As a photographer you definitely need more than you think you need! While the camera itself is expensive, some tools are relatively affordable. Below are some tools that I find useful for my photography, some more expensive and some cheaper.
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PHOTOGRAPHY ON A BUDGET
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FOR THE STUDIO
PHOTOGRAPHY ON A BUDGET
The recommendations in this section are less expensive options for photography tools that still are effective!
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An affordable tripod to help you get excellent shots.
Sunpak PlatinumPlus 5858D 58" Tripod Black 620-585BB
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Want an affordable but great quality lighting option? This ring light is perfect for you then! I’ve had this ring light for years and it’s very reliable.
12" RGB Ring Light with Tripod - heydayâ„¢ Black
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This clip on light is good for on the go and for a simple affordable lighting option.
Bower - Compact Clip Light - Black
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Affordable camera strap to prevent you from dropping your camera!
WANBY Black Canvas Camera Neck Strap DSLR
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If you always lose your lens caps this is for you! It’s a lifesaver.
Foto&Tech Camera Lens Cap Leash x3 Elastic
MUST HAVES
These are the essentials for all photographers that are very helpful in making masterpieces.
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As a photographer, SD cards with lots of storage are essential! You can never have too many SD cards.
Extreme PLUS 512GB SDHC/SDXC UHS-I Memory Card
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This high quality tripod has a large variety of heights perfect for photographers!
Sunpak VideoPRO M5 72.8 inches Tripod 620-850
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This camera strap is comfortable and great for all photographers.
Waka Rapid Camera Neck Strap w/ Quick Release
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This camera grip is perfect if you would rather a grip than a camera strap, still giving you the protection that you need.
Altura Photo Camera Hand Strap - Padded Wrist Grip
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This case is perfect for holding a variety of lenses all in one place.
ProMaster Impulse Handy Case - Black
FOR THE STUDIO
Do you have a photography studio or are working on one? These products are great for studio work!
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This classic studio lighting is great, it comes with a set of two that come in a white light.
Sunpak Bi Color Studio Light Kit Black SP-STLT-50W
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A great affordable background holder for your studio!
EMART 10x7ft Adjustable Photo Backdrop Stand Kit
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A green screen is always helpful to have!
Yescom 6.6 x 5.2 ft Studio Portrait Photography Backdrop Nonwoven Photo Background Screen Green
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Solid color backdrops are always helpful to have as a photographer.
HEMMOTOP 5x6.5ft White Photo Backdrop Curtain
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Great for redirecting lights to get the perfect lighting for your shot!
WELLMAKING 32 Inch 5-in-1 Collapsible Reflector
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A more textured background perfect for portraits in the studio.
Kate 5x7ft Blue Grey Abstract Backdrop
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Wooden backgrounds are great for adding texture to your background.
Kate 7x5ft Rustic Wood Shiplap Photography Backdrop
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Adding these flowers to your scene can add some wonderful details to your studio photography.
Apeair Wisteria Artificial Flowers Garland, 14.4ft, White
