agt_spooky | Picture perfect (Reply)

el1ie asked me yesterday, in regards to my nature photography, what kind of camera/lenses I use.

For the last three years I've been using a Canon EOS Rebel T1i with an 18-200 mm Canon lens. I usually always have a polarizing filter on and if I'm out in bright sunlight, a lens hood as well.

For my macro shots, because I'm not independently wealthy and can't afford several fixed-focal length lenses, I use a set of fairly inexpensive extension tubes. I highly recommend these if you're going to do macro work. That and a good tripod. I recently got a pistol-grip, ball mount tripod that I love to death.

Another good thing to have, that I also use, is a collapsible light reflector/diffuser. There's nothing worse than bright sunlight hitting your subject giving you dark shadows and/or washed out areas. The reflector/diffuser does wonders for evening out lighting.

If you're looking for a great online photography store I recommend Adorama.com. I've purchased many things from them and have been very satisfied.

If you've got any other questions about my photography don't hesitate to ask! It's a subject I love talking about!