An Amateur Photography Equipment
I refer to myself as an amateur photographer because I’m still learning!
Photography is a wonderful and rewarding hobby that allows you to capture beautiful moments and memories in stunning images.
Today, many photography equipment options are available in the market, ranging from beginner-level to professional-grade equipment. An amateur photographer must have the right equipment to capture the best possible photos.
When it comes to amateur photography equipment, there are a few essentials that you should have in your kit. Firstly, you should invest in a good-quality camera with manual settings, allowing you to adjust the focus, aperture, and shutter speed to your liking.
In addition to a camera, it is essential to have a few basic lenses, such as a standard lens, a telephoto lens, and a wide-angle lens, to shoot different types of images.
You will also need a sturdy tripod to keep your camera steady when taking shots with a longer exposure time or in low-light situations. Lastly, a good camera bag is necessary to store and transport your equipment.
By investing in these essentials, you’ll be on your way to capturing stunning images you can cherish for a lifetime.
Photography equipment isn’t one-size-fits-all, so just because something works for me doesn’t mean it will be right for you.
The equipment is only as good as the experience behind it. Even if you have the best or most expensive camera, that doesn’t mean you will have great photos. Choose the right camera for you.
More choices are always good, but too many lead to confusion.
Wander in your local camera store or browse online for information. I usually look online to see what is in my price range, and after, I like to talk to someone in a store. You can ask all the questions you want.
I will not tell you what to buy; it depends on what you do with it—vacation photos only, food photography, close-ups, etc.
I own a DSLR Canon Rebel T2I and a Canon M50 Mirrorless camera.
“They may not be new, but”they perform the job flawlessly!”
What is Mirroless!
Mirrorless.
Mirrorless cameras are often sought after for their lightweight, compact bodies, making them desirable for travel.
Mirrorless cameras consist of a single, removable lens and a digital display but no reflex mirror. As a result, when light passes through the lens, it travels straight onto a sensor, which is then processed and displayed.
You are limited in your choice of lens mounts and attachments.
This camera makes beautiful images with excellent HD video capabilities and built-in WiFi sharing.
It’s less heavy than a regular camera.
What An Amateur Photography Equipment looks like
The EOS M50 is a compact interchangeable lens camera for aspiring photographers and vloggers looking for an easy way to boost the quality of their photos and videos.
With clear, high-resolution 4K UHD 24p video, you can capture your life’s incredible details and cinematic moments at home or wherever your adventures take you.
Snap vibrant, eye-catching photos with a 24.1 Megapixel (APS-C) CMOS Sensor using the built-in Electronic Viewfinder or Vari-angle Touchscreen LCD that’s also perfect for vlogging so you can see what you’re recording without having the screen prevent you from adding an external microphone and tripod.
Thanks to the fast and improved Dual Pixel CMOS Autofocus system, you can quickly lock focus on your subject to make sure you don’t miss the action.
The Canon EOS Rebel T2i brings professional EOS features into an easy-to-use, lightweight digital SLR that’s a joy to use. Featuring a class-leading 18.0 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor and increased light sensitivity for low-light photography, the EOS Rebel T2i also has an advanced HD Movie mode for gorgeous Full HD movies.
Capable of capturing up to 3.7 frames per second, it’s ready to go the minute it’s picked up. Advanced Live View, a new wide-area screen, and features like Canon’s brilliant Auto Lighting Optimizer and Highlight Tone ensure brilliant photos and movies easily.
With some of the most advanced features of any digital SLR, it’s simply the best Rebel Canon has ever created.
*** My Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is faster, sturdier, better connected, and with more battery juice. It is useful when the action is too quick to take my camera out.
My Lenses
Canon Ultrasonic EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6
This EF-S lens brings true wide-angle to tele coverage to EOS 20D and Digital Rebel shooters. It has Canon’s Image Stabilization system, allowing safe hand-holding at speeds up to three stops slower than otherwise possible.
And, of course, it’s optically optimized for digital SLRs. A ring-type USM means both fast and silent AF and full-time manual focus when in the AF mode. Compact, lightweight design with a 5x zoom ratio — 28 to 135mm equivalent
Canon 18-150mm
Canon’s first EF-M high-zoom power lens covers a broad range of shooting scenes with a high zoom ratio of up to 8.3x (29-240mm equivalent). Zoom in to catch even the glass panels on a skyscraper.
Your best friend is in front of a magnificent canyon, and there is a close-up of their face. Capture all of this and more with just one lens.
As expected from such a versatile tool, it’s correspondingly compact and lightweight, so it’s easy to take with you on trips or for daily snapshots.
Viltrox mount adapter ef-eos
The EF-EOS M Mount Adapter is designed for Canon EF lenses and mirrorless cameras.
By adapter mounting, it can achieve functions of autofocus and adjustable aperture. The EF EOS M2 Mount Adapter is designed for EF lenses to be used on Canon mirrorless cameras and is compatible with the drive system of Canon lenses.
EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro
A thoroughly modern design that’s optimized for select Canon EOS digital SLRs. Its angle of view is equivalent to a 96mm lens on a 35mm camera, with a floating optical system that can focus down to full life-size (1:1) magnification.
Inner focusing, driven by a silent and robust ring-type USM, means the lens’ overall length never changes during focus.
This excellent multi-purpose lens is equally suitable for home shooting macro shots, portraits, or available-light photos.
An actual flat-field macro lens that can focus to total life-size magnification
Fill the frame with a subject the size of a penny.
The EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 is a compact, stylish zoom lens for EOS M series digital cameras.
A special retraction mechanism shortens the length of the lens to just 1.76 inches (44.5mm) when the camera is off, making carrying and storing the lens and camera even easier.
The quiet stepping motor (STM) design helps ensure low-noise focusing, which is ideal for recording movies.
Choosing a camera bag for travel
Choosing the right camera bag for travel can be overwhelming for many reasons. The top priority is the safety and security of your camera and accompanying equipment while on the move.
Finding a bag with the proper padding and compartments for your specific setup is essential. Size, weight, and additional features like waterproofing or locking zippers should also be considered. The bag should handle a slightly heavier load, including camera gear, a lady-sized wallet, keys, a city map, and other essentials.
Ultimately, researching ahead of time to find a bag that meets your unique needs as a photographer and traveller is crucial. While backpacks have been my go-to for years, I’ve started using a camera bag/purse recently. As long as it has hidden zippers but is still easy to access, I’m not worried about theft or pickpocketing.
This huge Lowepro can carry all my equipment. I use it around town or by car, but it is too big to lug on vacation by plane.
This is my go-to purse/camera bag. Although it is not a camera bag, it has everything I was looking for, including my camera, lenses, passport, and wallet.
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Updated on Feb, 2024: This article was published at an earlier date and has been updated with new information.
