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A Guide to Accessories for DSLRs

Name: A Guide to Accessories for DSLRs
Rating: 4.5 (802 reviews)

Learn what to use to make your DSLR experience the best it can be.

Created byMichael Andrew

Last updated 6/2019

English

What you'll learn

You will have a clear idea of what kind of accessories you need.
You will be able to know what the best kind of equipment is, and how to use, maintain, and enjoy it.

Course content

6 sections • 21 lectures • 2h 29m total length

Introduction1:20
Welcome to the course! A common question made by many beginning photographers is which accessories they should purchase. We'll begin answering that question right here. Be sure to check the index for a full list of the structure of this course (see 'Supplementary Material').
The Essentials5:11
If you can't afford niche equipment and expensive kits, you don't have to worry. Here, we cover the bare minimum essentials for your DLSR.
Kit Lenses and Finding the Right Gear7:26
Lenses are a key element to your DSLR bag. Here, we cover kit lenses and some questions about them. Subsequently, Michael discusses the best place to buy gear.
Memory Cards6:53
Everything you shoot will end up on a memory card. In this lesson, we discuss what kinds of memory cards there are and finding the best ones to suit your needs.
Worthwhile Investments9:36
Should I get a better body or a better lens? What kinds of software should I buy? What is an external hard drive? These are all great money-spending questions that Michael addresses in this lesson.
Photographer's Contract Maker2:48
As a photographer, it is important to have defined contracts to ensure legal security. Michael discusses an app that will allow you to make and sign contracts anywhere you go.

Storage Solutions and Cleaning Your Gear9:34
Storing your equipment is an essential part of any shoot, and so is keeping gear clean. In this lesson, we discuss these topics in length.
Deep Cleaning Lenses8:24
Never underestimate the importance of keeping lenses clean. In this lesson, we cover the best methods for performing a detailed lens cleaning.
Cleaning the Sensor5:55
Cleaning the sensor can be nerve-wracking; it's the most important and delicate part of the body of a camera. Nevertheless, it should be done often. In this lesson, we'll discuss how to clean a camera sensor and how to keep it clean.

Tripods7:50
Shooting with a tripod is essential to taking many types of photographs. Here, Michael discusses the types of tripods, the best brands, and how to use them.
More Types of Stabilization7:20
Tripods are only the beginning of the diverse kinds of stabilization there are. We'll cover many in this lesson.
Straps2:00
In this lesson, we'll cover straps – an essential camera accessory that will take you places.

Lens Crash Course7:37
Earlier in the video, we briefly discussed kit lenses; cheap glass that usually comes with a camera. Now, we'll dive deeper into the realm of lenses, covering what to look for and what you'll want.
Lens Accessories9:34
From extenders to filters, lens accessories make your lens even better.
ND Filter Guide20:55
Filters6:17
Filters can drastically affect the composition of your shots. In this lesson, we'll cover what filters are and how to use them.

External Flashes, Reflectors, and More8:18
External flash units, reflectors, and other light accessories are fantastic resources when natural light isn't sufficient. In this lesson, we'll cover many of these accessories.
Studio Lighting Gear8:52
Studio lighting can be intimidating, but we'll tackle the challenge and explain many types of studio lighting that you might consider adapting to your use.
Four-Way Studio Lighting3:45
Let's put some of this equipment we have been discussing to use. In this tutorial, Michael demonstrates a four-way studio lighting setup.

Requirements

The information presented in this course won't be as useful if you don't already own a DSLR.

Description

This course covers DSLR accessories that you may be interested in if you recently purchased a camera. This is a comprehensive course, and you don't need any more information than basic information about DSLRs. If you're feeling lost about what kind of accessories you should buy for your needs, this is the course for you!

Accessories are helpful (and often essential) for many types of shooting scenarios. Additionally, each kind of DSLR accessory is different and is used in different settings. We'll discuss what kinds of accessories there are and how each are used, especially with different kinds of situations and techniques.

This course is chock full of helpful resources within the lesson videos, including links to helpful third-party websites, diagrams, and hands-on examples.

Below is the full course index:

Section 1: Introduction – Learning from the Start

Introduction (1:20)
The Essentials (5:11)
Kit Lenses and Finding the Right Gear (7:26)
Memory Cards (6:53)
Worthwhile Investments (9:56)
Photographer’s Contract Maker (2:48)

Section 2: Gear Maintenance

Storage Solutions and Cleaning Your Gear (9:34)
Deep Cleaning Lenses (8:24)
Cleaning the Sensor (5:55)

Section 3: Support and Stabilization

Tripods (7:50)
More Types of Stabilization (7:20)
Straps (2:00)

Section 4: Lenses and Lens Accessories

Lens Crash Course (7:37)
Lens Accessories (9:34)
Filters (6:17)

Section 5: Light

External Flashes, Reflectors, and More (8:18)
Studio Lighting Gear (8:52)
Four-Way Studio Lighting (3:45)

Section 6: Conclusion

Miscellaneous Accessories (8:58)
Wrap Up and Conclusion (1:21)

At a comfortable pace, the course should take about half a week to complete, though it can certainly be done in less or greater time, depending on your learning style.

You should be familiar with some basic terminology regarding accessories, such as "lens," and "tripod," though these terms will be explained in the course.

Ultimately, it's our end goal to prepare you to have a clear idea of what kind of accessories you need, and for you to know what the best kind of equipment is, and how to use, maintain, and enjoy it. If you've been waiting to learn about the kinds of DSLR accessories you'll need in photography, we look forward to seeing you in this course.

Who this course is for:

This course is for everyone who wants to learn about the various types of DSLR accessories.

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Introduction — Learning from the Start6 lectures • 33min

Gear Maintenance3 lectures • 24min

Support and Stabilization3 lectures • 17min

Lenses and Lens Accessories4 lectures • 44min

Light3 lectures • 21min

Conclusion2 lectures • 10min

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