Chapter Five. Essential Accessories

Today's digital cameras come with so many shooting modes and built-in exposure options that you might feel there are more than enough features in the camera to keep you busy for a long time. By adding other items to your camera bag or photo studio, however, you can extend the functionality of your camera, especially for specialized photographic situations such as close-up or night photography. Some of these accessories are designed for a specific purpose, while others are common items such as a notepad or a small flashlight.

In the first part of this chapter, we'll take a look at some indispensable accessories to add to your camera bag. These include everything from spare batteries and extra memory cards to ...

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