Digital Camera Accessory
Help and Tips

#1: Go Ahead and Buy the Cleaning Kit
If you are spending several hundreds of dollars anyway (ok, some are cheaper now) for digital cameras, why not go ahead and spend a few more dollars for the "extras"?
 
#2: Buy an Extra Lens Cap
Sometimes it's best to buy backup equipment for your digital camera.
 
#3: Get a Good Camera Bag
Why a camera bag for your digital camera is a good investment.
 
#4: Remember the Personal Item Rule on Airplanes
Keep your digital camera away from checked baggage.
 
#5: Close That Bag!
Keep your extra batteries and digital camera media from flying out.
 
#6: Why Use the Lens Shade?
Attaching a lens shade to your digital camera is an extra hassle when taking photos - here's why it's worth it.
 
#7: Buy a UV Filter
What is a UV filter, and how can it help protect your digital camera lens?
 
#8: Bring Along a Voice Recorder
Remember your photo subjects months or years from now.
 
#9: Buy a Case with Plenty of Pockets
Make it easier on yourself when searching for unused digital camera memory or batteries.
 
#10: Buy a Tripod with a Built-In Level
A built-in level gives your tripod even more usefulness.
 
#11: Make Sure Your Camera Strap is Tight
Help prevent your digital camera from breaking during your photo shoots.
 
#12: Bring Along a Mini-Flashlight
Illuminate your digital camera controls during the dark of night.
 
#13: Consider an Add-On Lens
Increase your digital camera's optical zoom with an add-on lens.
 
#14: Tripod Manufacturers
A listing of digital camera tripod manufacturers so you can compare models.
 
#15: View Your LCD on Bright Days
Prevent your digital camera's LCD screen from being washed out due to excess sunlight.
 
#16: Bring Along a Notebook or PDA
Record your digital camera photo subjects.
 
#17: Remote Cord or Shutter Release
Prevent 'camera-shake' by using a remote cord or shutter release.
 
#18: Carefully Attach the Lens Shade
Prevent dark spots around your digital camera images.
 
#19: Some Filter Effects are Reproducible in Software, but Not All
Filters are still useful even with the power available in modern photo editing software.
 
#20: Consider a Mini Tripod
Mini tripods can work well when you need stability in a hurry and don't want to carry heavy equipment.
 
#21: Clean Your Camera Bag Occasionally
Dust can accumulate in your digital camera bags.
 
#22: Combo Media/Battery Wallet
Make it easier to find your digital camera memory AND batteries.
 
#23: Make Sure the Filter Fits
Avoid a costly mistake and ensure desired filters match the size of your digital camera's lens.
 
#24: Consider a Rolling Case Versus a Large Camera Bag
It may be easier to transport a rolling camera case rather than a large bulky camera bag.
 
#25: Lighter Tripods Aren't Always Better
Make sure your tripod can support the weight of your digital camera and then some.
 

See Also:

Digital Camera Battery @
Purchasing and getting the most out of digital camera batteries, whether your digital camera uses an alkaline battery, rechargable NiMH battery, or propietary battery.

Digital Camera Memory @
Help on purchasing the right digital camera memory and reducing the chances of photo corruption.

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