The 4 Digital Camera Accessories You've Got to Have

Most users have all the digital camera basics, such as a case, memory card, batteries and a charger. If you are serious about digital photography, you may want to consider some additional digital camera accessories. Most consumers will benefit from adding at least a few of these. They don't take up much room and will make your next photography experience even better.

Lens Cleaning Kit

Have you ever taken a photo and noticed a smudge or blur? The problem is likely a spot on the camera lens. While your first thought may be to use a cloth or your finger to remove the debris, this is not recommended and could damage your camera lens. Instead, purchase a digital camera lens cleaning kit . Many different brands have their own kits, such as the Nikon Cleaning Combo Kit. There are also general kits, which include a lens cleaning pen and often a cleaning solution. Kits typically range in price from $5 to $25.

Oversize Eyecup

Have you ever tried to look through a digital camera viewfinder with glasses or sunglasses? For the most part, viewfinders are not eyeglass-friendly. To accommodate you, Hoodman created an oversize eyecup to fit over the traditional eyecup. For brand-specific eyecups, check with your digital camera manufacturer. The cup fits over the viewfinder and basically serves as funnel to place your glasses against. Your digital camera must have a viewfinder in order to use this product.

MemoryKick MediaCenter

You suddenly find the perfect shot, but your memory card is full. If you're lucky, you may have a second card on hand. For those on vacation, you could fill up your extra cards quickly. MemoryKick has a solution. The device is approximately the size of an iPod and allows you to view your photos and backup your card. This leaves you free to take as many pictures and videos as you want. The device comes in 30 GB, 60 GB and 120 GB models. Think of the MemoryKick MediaCenter as a much smaller laptop for on-the-go memory card backups.

Underwater Camera Case

If your digital camera is exposed to water, dust or any other type of debris, an underwater camera case is the perfect way to protect your camera. Cases are available for almost every type of digital camera. Some are made specifically for underwater photography, while others are mainly for keeping rain, snow and dust out of your lens while shooting your favorite subjects. Prices vary greatly and brand-specific models are available to ensure your case fits perfectly. These are not replacements for the protective case you use to store your camera and accessories.

These accessories go a bit beyond the basics; however, even a beginner could get quite a bit of use out of some of these digital camera accessories. Buy one or get them all. You never know what you might need next.

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