Accessories That Every Serious Photographer Should Always Have On Hand

Photography is one of the greatest art forms there is for someone looking to express their creativity for the first time. It is relatively easy to get into, pretty easy to improve over time, and you get to see a lot of things that you would not think to explore otherwise. A photographer is only as good as their camera; but the camera is just the first step.Here are other accessories that every photographer should have if they want to be successful.

A Great Camera Bag

As a photographer you’re going to be spending a lot of your time out and about, either around town or in nature. You never know what kind of photo opportunity is going to turn up, so it is crucial that you have all of your accessories ready at any given moment. A great camera bag is the most important camera accessory that a new photographer can have. It should be an extension of your body after a few weeks, something that you never leave home without.

Case Logic (TBC-307) Camera Bag
Case Logic (TBC-307) Camera Bag

Extra Lenses

Speaking of shots that you might not expect to take, once you start to really get into photography you’re going to learn that the world of cameras covers so much more than your basic point and shoot digital cameras. There are a ton of DSLR camera types out there, and each come with many different lenses that cover everything from macro (extreme close up shots of things like insects or flowers) to wide panoramic views. You want to get yourself a sturdy and wide set of lenses as soon as possible to get the most out of your camera.

 Zeikos ZE-FLK46 46mm Multi-Coated 3 Piece Glass Filter Kit
Zeikos ZE-FLK46 46mm Multi-Coated 3 Piece Glass Filter Kit

A Tripod

Even the most steady-handed of people cannot make due without this must-have camera accessories. A tripod is going to be crucial for some of the best shots that you’re ever going to take. Most still shots will end up being taken from a tripod, as well as any piece that you would like to be a part of. That’s right: you’re going to have to get in front of your camera at some point! Don’t worry, you’ll look just fine.

Fotopro Carbon Fiber C4C+53P Professional Tripod
Fotopro Carbon Fiber C4C+53P Professional Tripod

A Lens Cleaner And An LCD Protector

No matter how careful you are, your camera is going to get dirty out in the wild. There is nothing that is more annoying than working for half an hour to set up the perfect shot and then seeing that the picture was ruined by smudges on your lens. That’s why a good lens cleaner should always be handy so that you’re seeing things crystal clear. The same goes for your LCD viewing screen too. It’s easy to mistake a smudge there for problems on the lens itself, so make sure you are keeping both clean at all times.

Pisen® Dual Head Lens Cleaning Pen for Digital SLR Camera Lens
Pisen® Dual Head Lens Cleaning Pen for Digital SLR Camera Lens

There are a ton of other must have camera accessories for serious photographers; but we cannot get to them all in one piece. Start with these and you should be just fine!

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Check Out The Top Five Smartphones Of Summer 2013

Cell phone technology is changing rapidly, and the best phones are switching in and out. However, certain companies do maintain a firm hand in the market. These companies do change hands from time to time, and it can be hard as a consumer to pinpoint the best smartphones out on the market. The Top Five Smart Phones of 2013 list is going to definitely give you an insight as to which phones have currently been trending within the year. For certain, with the ever-changing times, the phone that is most popular at the beginning of any year never ends up that way at the end. That alone should tell you something.

1. Apple Iphone 5

Apple IPhone 5
Apple IPhone 5

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You can’t forget the iPhone 5 when talking about the top 5 smart phones of 2013. While Apple does seem to still command the market with its iPhone releases each time, there seems to be a sign of this company’s products fading in the near future. Still, that doesn’t make this phone any less great, and it definitely receives the top spot.

The reason Apple is thought to see decline soon is due to its dominance becoming a bit overplayed and tiresome, but it’s also due to other companies really making a name for themselves.

2. Samsung Galaxy S4

Samsung Galaxy S4
Samsung Galaxy S4

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Consider Samsung, who has put out the Samsung Galaxy S4. This phone has had a few generations of consumers to really give it exposure, and this phone is very popular. As a matter of fact, it’s red hot. The features on this phone, durability and size of screen as well as it’s great camera and android apps, makes this phone a clever #2 choice.

3. Nokia Lumia 920

Nokia Lumia 920
Nokia Lumia 920

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The Nokia Lumia comes in third, as just its name alone attracted interest. There seemed to be some hype earlier on in the year that Nokia was down and needed some new product bad. Then, all the sudden what do you know, there is a new smartphone. So, it all seemed rather staged, but it was good publicity for Nokia, as they saw phone sales increase and happy customers.

4. Motorola Droid Razr HD

Motorola Droid Razr
Motorola Droid Razr

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The Motorola Razr HD comes in 4th, as it is what some customers say they prefer in comparison to a similar Samsung Galaxy S4. While Samsung has more sales, Motorola has always been a strong force in the competition. This phone has a giant battery, which does not compromise the feel of the phone. However, what it does do is extend the life of the battery significantly.

5. HTC ONE

HTC One
HTC One

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The HTC One takes the 5th spot for 2013, with this amazing looking phone. It not only looks sleek with its thin silver lined screen, but it has some action packed in there as well. With a quad core processor speed you can do anything with this phone that also has a large screen. Until the Samsung Galaxy S4 came out, it was the top selling Android phone. It will be interesting to see what happens next year and where the companies line up when it comes to the best phones on the market.

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