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Canon Mirrorless Bodies
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Canon RF Mount Lenses
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Canon Camera Bodies
Having extensively used a number of camera bodies over the years, I am very familiar with each of their capabilities, and which camera body would be suited for different types of shooters. Every camera you see in this list are the current cameras I either own or use regularly.   View Canon Camera Bodies
 
Beginner DSLR Canon Lenses (EF)
Some of the most common questions I get are about Canon starter lenses. As you are probably discovering on your own, photography gear is quite expensive and it may be hard to judge how serious you want to get about it.

This section lists the most basic, affordable lenses for beginners on a budget.   View Beginner DSLR Canon Lenses (EF)
 
Michael's DSLR Canon Lenses
Between cost, focal length, max aperture and quality of glass, there is no such thing as a perfect lens, and there is a tradeoff somewhere on each of those criteria.

This is a list of my top lenses, their strengths and weaknesses and which lens is best suited for what type of shooting.   View Michael's DSLR Canon Lenses
 
Filters
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Tripods & Support
Here is my list of top tripods, heads as well as steadi-cams, bags and other support gear.   View Tripods & Support
 
Sony Mirrorless Bodies
This is a list of Sony mirrorless camera bodies I either currently own or have shot with extensively.   View Sony Mirrorless Bodies
 
Sony E Mount Lenses
This is a list of the Sony E Mount lenses that are currently in my bag. Sony has a made a lot of strides with their lenses and this is my favorite range of lenses to meet my creative goals.   View Sony E Mount Lenses
 
Nikon Camera Bodies
Having extensively used a number of camera bodies over the years, I am very familiar with each of their capabilities, and which camera body would be suited for different types of shooters. Every camera you see in this list are the current cameras I either own or use regularly.   View Nikon Camera Bodies
 
Nikon Mirrorless Bodies
Nikon Mirrorless Camera Bodies   View Nikon Mirrorless Bodies
 
Michael's Nikon Lenses
I've been using Nikon bodies and lenses for years now. This is a list of the Nikon lenses I currently own and frequently use. I'll give my insights and recommendations for each lens.   View Michael's Nikon Lenses
 
Micro Four Third Bodies
I currently only own the phenomenal GH4 but with a release of the GH5 on the horizon I plan to add it to my arsenal.   View Micro Four Third Bodies
 
M 3/4 Camera Lenses
This is a list of my top Micro 3/4 Lenses.   View M 3/4 Camera Lenses
 
Portable Lighting
If you keep on shooting, sooner or later you will discover that it is all about light and in many circumstances, the shot will be impossible without an external lighting source. This is my best list of portable lighting gear.   View Portable Lighting
 
Fuji Mirrorless Bodies
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Fuji Lenses
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Studio Lighting
A lot more power and a lot less portable. Obviously you could bring this out on location (and I often do). Studio lighting gear requires more setup time, but in the end will give you a lot more firepower and control over your final image.   View Studio Lighting
 
Water Photography
I am becoming more and more involved with different types of water photography, including scuba photography and surfing photography. Without having a mentor of my own, I have to learn everything the hard way first hand. Here is a list of all the gear I use when in the water, from Camera Housings, to Back Up Cameras, to my actual dive equipment.   View Water Photography
 
Camera Bags, Pouches & Protection
If you have invested so much money into a good camera and set of lenses, it only makes sense to have a great bag. Having traveled all over the world with my gear, I know a bag can be your blessing or your bane. Here are my top favorites.   View Camera Bags, Pouches & Protection
 
Computer Hardware
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Audio Devices
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Various Gear
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Video Lighting
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Camera Stabilizers
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Sensor Cleaning Tools
Tools to help with cleaning your camera's sensor   View Sensor Cleaning Tools
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