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* Wide range lenses, such as 18-200mm, do provide more choice without switching lenses, but they can over amplify and problems with the lens too. Two lenses to cover the range will normally give better quality, even if they cost a little more. | * Wide range lenses, such as 18-200mm, do provide more choice without switching lenses, but they can over amplify and problems with the lens too. Two lenses to cover the range will normally give better quality, even if they cost a little more. | ||
* Tripods/bipods/monopods do help a lot with giving better shots, especially when using zoom lenses. - A quick and dirty alternative is the [http://www.xs4all.nl/~wiskerke/artikelen/string.html string tripod] | * Tripods/bipods/monopods do help a lot with giving better shots, especially when using zoom lenses. - A quick and dirty alternative is the [http://www.xs4all.nl/~wiskerke/artikelen/string.html string tripod] | ||
* Polarising Filter is almost a must if you plan to | * Polarising Filter is almost a must if you plan to shoot outside a lot, especially if near water or other 'shiny' surfaces. | ||
* A large memory card is a must. You don't want to get stuck without for that "must-see" shot but if you run out of space, you run out of luck. The fastest card out there might seem like the best idea but don't blow your money as your camera might not be fast enough for it. Generally the highest up models are the ones that really test a memory card. | * A large memory card is a must. You don't want to get stuck without for that "must-see" shot but if you run out of space, you run out of luck. The fastest card out there might seem like the best idea but don't blow your money as your camera might not be fast enough for it. Generally the highest up models are the ones that really test a memory card. | ||
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*** - requires silver membership or better (a fee is involved) | *** - requires silver membership or better (a fee is involved) | ||
== | ==Recomended Reading== | ||
* [http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0817463003/026-2539580-3034836?v=glance&n=266239&s=gateway&v=glance Understanding Exposure] - a nice not too technical book illustrating some good photography techniques | * [http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0817463003/026-2539580-3034836?v=glance&n=266239&s=gateway&v=glance Understanding Exposure] - a nice not too technical book illustrating some good photography techniques | ||