Photography Minded

If you are looking for a great way to enter into DSLR photography take a look at this guide below for a great kit to go along with a Canon Eos Rebel XTi:

Canon Rebel XTI Black 10.1 MP Digital Camera w/EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6
This is the XTI camera with the kit lens. It is usually about $100 more than the body only version, but the 18-55mm lens is worth it, even if it is only a kit lens.

67mm UV Filter
A 67mm UV filter is highly recommended. I put a UV filter over all my lenses to ensure that I do not get my lens’s scratched.

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Auto Focus Standard & Medium Telephoto Lens
The 85mm lens with a low f/stop will allow for fast shutter speeds as well as a great depth of field and Bokeh for portraits.

Canon EF 28-200mm f/3.5-5.6 USM Standard Zoom Lens
The 28-200 zoom lens is an excellent choice to pack for a walk around lens, it will cover everything from your landscape shots (the 28mm end) to a squirrel high up in a tree (200mm end)

Canon NB-2LH 720mAh Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery Pack
This battery pack will allow you to take more photos than just what comes with the XTi. Always have at least one backup battery.

Canon RS-60E3 Remote Switch
The remote switch will allow you to set up your camera on a tripod, and capture long exposures without touching the lens, allowing for very crisp images of stars, and night shots in general.

PNY 4GB Compact Flash (CF) Flash Card Model P-CF4GB-266W-DVDC - Retail
A good, speedy CF flash card is mandatory. You do not want a generic no name card. This is where all your images will be stored so buy quality! I recommend the high end PNY cards, The Sandisk Extremes, and the Kingston Performance cards.

Lowepro SlingShot 300 AW Sling Bag (Black)
Its always good to have something to carry your camera in safely, and a slingshot bag is perfect. It sits on your back keeping your arms free, and when you need a lens, or accessory, simply shift the bag down into your lap and get what you need.