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So after my very first post in the welcome section of the forum I am gonna dive straight in to the beginner section and pose a topic of conversation ..

What should be in the beginners camera bag ?

I will assume we include a camera and a lens .. anything else to help the beginner along ?

I am currently using a Sony RX100 due to its size and most of my photography taking place while i'm cycling. I now want to go DSLR, most likely a Nikon D3200 after some research, to open up more options.

Most of my shots will be landscape, some I hope will be astrophotography as I sleep outside sometimes when I ride multiple days and all shots will need to tell the story of the ride and the experience.
 
First off, welcome Paul.

Before buying a DSLR I would have a look of CSC cameras like the Fuji XE1, XM1 etc...... These can be lighter than a DSLR set-up and may be easier for you to carry about when cycling. I have been using a Fuji set-up for the last year and they are fantastic cameras.

I would of thought a tripod would be a go start for long exposures with astrophotography, only problem being the weight if your cycling. I have never used one but you could look at the gorilla pod, I believe they do different models for the type of camera you are using eg DSLR, Compact, etc....> http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/cameras/accessories/tripods/joby-original-gorillapod-00777391-pdt.html

If you go the DSLR/ CSC route you could also look for filters to help freezing water shots, keeping detail in the sky etc..... these will help with landscape photos. Depending how serious you get into this, will then help you decide if you will then need a wide angle lens.

Then you need to look at things like spare batteries, rocket blowers, cleaning cloths etc............ to keep your gear in good condition. If you haven't got a bag yet I have found the Crumpler bags to be nice and light and they will help you to keep the weight down.

What you will find is, that you will build your kit up gradually over the coming months / years. You may buy things which you think you need and will never use them and sell them on.

There are sections on here for astro and landscape photography. Ask some questions there, as there maybe some people who are in the same situation as you and may give better advice.

http://www.talkphotography.co.uk/categories/landscapes.141/
 
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Thanks ... thats a great little list to start with.

I wouldn't even think of a new camera if Sony had thought to incorporate some way of remote shutter release for really long exposures .. strange as they did include a Bulb function.

I bought a small sony tripod which isn't super heavy and will look at varying filters too.

Again great help thank you
 
Swanseajack said:
If you go the DSLR/ CSC route you could also look for filters to help freezing water shots, keeping detail in the sky etc..... these will help with landscape photos.
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Is there a good beginners guide to using filters anywhere ? I have been reading about their use but wouldn't mind a more comprehensive guide as they aren't really throwaway money to get the wrong ones.
 
paul78 said:
Is there a good beginners guide to using filters anywhere ? I have been reading about their use but wouldn't mind a more comprehensive guide as they aren't really throwaway money to get the wrong ones.
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Have a look through these. >

http://www.talkphotography.co.uk/th...-for-beginner-landscape-photographers.484527/

http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/neutral-density-filters.htm

http://www.exposureguide.com/lens-filters.htm

https://photographylife.com/lens-filters-explained
 
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