Hi everyone and welcome to the Beginners Guide to Choosing Camera Equipment

Choosing camera equipment can be really confusing especially when you are new to photography. The choices seem endless and deciding what you need can be frustrating and perhaps a little scary. This class has been designed to guide you through your options with simple to follow explanations and good advice. Think of it as your personal guide to choosing the equipment that is right for you.

As a photography teacher I have helped and advised thousands of students to navigate the complex world of photo equipment. I promise things will become a lot clearer as you progress through the class modules.

I will cover everything from DSLR and Mirrorless bodies and sensor size options, through to lenses, off camera flash, tripods, straps and bags. By the end of the class you will be well informed and ready to put your photography kit together.

I have also produced a handy information sheet to help you decide which camera is right for you. Simply follow along and check off the camera features that are most important to you. It really will help to lead you to the ideal camera to suit your needs.

I have listed the course modules below together with a snippet of what to expect in each. I hope you are excited to begin your photographic journey and you enjoy the class as much as I did in creating it.

Best wishes, Frank

MODULE 1: Is Gear Important?

Gear certainly helps but just how much? In this module I will discuss how incremental improvements throughout your photographic journey will make you a better photographer.
MODULE 2: Camera Body Styles

DSLR or Mirrorless? They're both fab, but which type is best for you?
Module 3: Is Size Everything?

A choice of three - Small, medium or large = Micro Four Thirds, APS-C or Full Frame.
Module 4: Considerations

Exploring what functions and features are important to you.
Module 5: Lens Choice

So much choice, but it helps to know what subjects you like to photograph.
Module 6: Flash

Forget the pop-up flash and switch to a dedicated flash head.
Module 7: Tripods

Heavy or lightweight? Aluminium or Carbon Fibre? Which type is best?
Module 8: Straps

Why quick release straps are so much better.
Module 9: Camera Bags

How to transport your precious cargo
Module 10: The Assignment

Upload a photograph captured using you new equipment and explain the reasons you decided to purchase the particular item.

Haylee Hess

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