All Recommended Gear

For Canon EOS

Price/stock info as of
May 17 00:17 GMT
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• Canon EOS 5D Mark III $3,499
  Canon’s latest 22MP workhorse camera. See review
• Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital Camera Kit with Canon 24-105mm f/4L IS USM AF $4,299
  Canon’s latest 22MP workhorse camera with 24-105mm f/4L IS zoom bundle deal.
• Canon GPS Receiver GP-E2 $270
  Fits into hot shoe of Canon 5D Mark III, records GPS info.
• Canon WFT-E7A Wireless File Transmitter $849
  Wired and wireless transfers with the 5D Mark III DSLR camera.
• Canon 1D C $14,999
  Canon’s dedicated video DSLR.
• Canon 1D X $6,799
  18-megapixel full-frame ultra low noise 14-bit sensor. Canon’s best. Coming in June/July, 2012 for REVIEW (delayed by Canon).
• Canon 60Da DSLR Astrophotography Camera $1,499
  This camera has been specifically redesigned for astrophotography right out of the box.
• Canon 7D $1,549
  18-megapixel EF-S sensor, 3.0" LCD, dust and weather resistant, video.
• Canon EOS 1D Mark IV $4,999
  Outstanding image quality, low noise, pro build quality, 1.3X crop.
• Canon EOS 5D Mark II $2,199
  Workhorse camera prized by many for video.

EF Lenses

• Canon 14mm f/2.8L II USM $2,199
  Ultra-wide rectilinear lens. Excellent.
• Canon 24mm f/1.4L II USM $1,629
  Outstanding fast wide angle, but beware of field curvature— see review in DAP.
• Canon 35mm f/1.4L USM $1,379
  Canon’s premiere 35mm lens.
• Canon 50mm f/1.2L II USM $1,499
  Ultra fast “normal” lens— see notes in DAP about focus shift.
• Canon 50mm f/1.4 USM $369
  Canon’s standard 50mm lens, solid performer.
• Canon 85mm f/1.2L II USM $2,049
  Ultra fast portrait lens— a must-have for Canon.
• Canon 85mm f/1.8 USM $389
  A very sharp, compact and inexpensive 85mm. Highly recommended.
• Canon 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM $979
  Canon’s top-flight macro lens.
• Canon 200m f/2L IS USM $5,999
  Outstanding fast 200mm.
• Canon 300mm f/4L IS USM $1,359
  Image stabilized reasonable-size 300mm.
• Canon Canon 1.4x EF Extender III (Teleconverter) $464
  Superior performance to prior versions.
• Canon Canon 2x EF Extender III (Teleconverter) $464
  Superior performance to prior versions.
• Canon 8-15mm f/4L fisheye zoom lens $1,399
  Exotic fisheye zoom— see review in DAP.
• Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L II zoom lens $1,589
  Canon’s best ultra wide-angle zoom.
• Canon 17-40mm f/4L zoom lens $779
  Ultra wide-angle zoom.
• Canon 24-105mm f/4L IS zoom lens $1,059
  Image stabilized wide range walk-around zoom.
• Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L II zoom lens $2,299
  Canon’s redesigned mid-range zoom.
• Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L zoom lens $1,599
  Canon’s best mid-range zoom.
• Canon 70-200mm f/2.8L II IS zoom lens $2,299
  Image stabilized. Canon’s premiere 70-200. Outstanding. See review in DAP.
• Canon 70-200mm f/4L IS zoom lens $1,249
  Image stabilized.
• Canon 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM zoom lens $1,589
  Image stabilized wide super-tel zoom.
• Canon 70-200mm f/4L zoom lens $709
  The non-image stabilized version.

Rebates and Bundles

• Canon DSLR Kits SEARCH
  Consumer camera bodies and bodies with kit lenses.
• B&H Photo REBATES AND PROMOTIONS SEARCH
  Varies regularly.

Zeiss ZE lenses for Canon EF Mount

• Zeiss CZ T* Circular Polarizing filters SEARCH
  For Zeiss lenses (or any brand). Circular polarizer works on all cameras.
• Zeiss UV T* filters SEARCH
  For Zeiss lenses (or any brand).
• Zeiss 15mm f/2.8 Distagon T* $2,950
  Outstanding extreme wide angle. See review in Guide to Zeiss ZF/ZE Lenses.
• Zeiss 18mm f/3.5 Distagon T* ZE lens $1,395
  Ultra wide (!), most users should prefer the better corrected the 21mm Distagon first.
• Zeiss 21mm f/2.8 Distagon T* ZE lens $1,843
  Brilliant performer even wide open. Exceptional level of correction. No better lens in this focal length.
• Zeiss 25mm f/2 Distagon T* ZE Lens $1,699
  Outstanding new design. Superb color correction, low distortion.
• Zeiss 28mm f/2.0 Distagon T* ZE lens $1,283
  Brilliant moderate wide! Moderate field curvature, but best of the 28mm f/2 lenses.
• Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 Distagon T* ZE lens $1,843
  Outstanding bokeh, truly world class in all respects. Highly recommended, but big and heavy.
• Zeiss 35mm f/2 Distagon T* ZE lens $1,117
  Wonderful lens, great all-around choice, and much smaller and lighter than the 35/1.4.
• Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 Planar T* ZE lens $725
  Very compact, brilliant images, some distortion, very active bokeh at f/1.4.
• Zeiss 50mm f/2.0 Makro-Planar T* ZE lens $1,283
  Versatile normal lens with lovely bokeh. Some field curvature at edges/corners.
• Zeiss 85mm f/1.4 Planar T* ZE lens $1,283
  Classic portrait lens with almost an embossed look when shot wide open. Not corrected for close focusing, classic look for portraits.
• Zeiss 100mm f/2 Makro-Planar T* ZE lens $1,843
  A reference lens against which few lenses compare.
• Zeiss Zeiss ZE SLR 5-Lens BUNDLE $6,063
  Five fast Zeiss primes for Canon with carrying case at signficant cost savings: 21/28/35/50/85

other

• Schneider Schneider Tilt/shift lenses for Canon SEARCH
  See Schneider lens review in DAP.

For Nikon

Price/stock info as of
May 17 00:18 GMT
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• Nikon D800 $3,000
  36 megapixels, with anti-aliasing filter. See the REVIEW.
• Nikon D800E $3,300
  36 megapixels, WITHOUT anti-aliasing filter. See the REVIEW.
• Nikon D4 $6,000
  See the first look.
• Nikon EN-EL15 Lithium-Ion Battery for Nikon D800 / D800E $75
  Rechargeable battery for the Nikon D7000, D800, and the D800E.
• Nikon GP-1 GPS Unit $195
  Allows you to "geotag" your images with valuable information such as latitude, longitude, altitude and time information.
• Nikon D3200 $699
  24.2MP DX-Format CMOS sensor
• Nikon D3S $5,200
  As of 2011, the world’s finest DSLR in terms of per-pixel image quality and high ISO performance.
• Nikon D3X $7,999
  As of 2011, the world’s finest DSLR in terms of image resolution + image quality.
• Nikon D700 $2,199
  Workhorse camera with excellent high-ISO capabilities and relatively compact form factor.
• Nikon DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece for D3, D2 & D1 Series, D700 $38
  A great aid for manual focus.
• Nikon DSLR camera bodies and kits (D90, D3100, D7000, D5100, D300s, etc) SEARCH
  ALL Nikon DSLR bodies.
• Nikon Nikon DK-19 Rubber Eyecup for D3, D2 Series, D700 $8
  Keeps stray light out.
• Nikon MC-30 Remote Trigger Release $57
  Keep those pictures sharp by avoiding camera movement.
• Nikon MC-36 Remote Trigger Release with intervalometer, timers, etc $125
  Keep those pictures sharp by avoiding camera movement.

Rebates and Bundles

• B&H Photo REBATES AND PROMOTIONS SEARCH
  Varies regularly.
• Nikon DSLR Kits (D90, D3100, D7000, D5100, D300s, etc) SEARCH
   

Nikon Lenses

• Nikon 24mm f/1.4G $1,999
  Outstanding fast prime lens.
• Nikon 24mm f/3.5D ED PC-E Nikkor $1,999
  Use tilt to evade depth of field limitations, shift to correct perspective.
• Nikon 28mm f/1.8G CLICK!
  Fast prime lens.
• Nikon 35mm f/1.4G $1,650
  Outstanding fast prime lens.
• Nikon 35mm f/1.8G DX $197
  Fst prime lens for DX sensor cameras.
• Nikon 45mm f/2.8 PC-E $1,899
  Use tilt to evade depth of field limitations, shift to correct perspective.
• Nikon 50mm f/1.2 AIS manual focus lens $700
  Nikon’s fastest lens, classic design with an unusual image rendition.
• Nikon 50mm f/1.4G $459
  Outstanding fast prime lens.
• Nikon 50mm f/1.8G $217
  High performance normal lens.
• Nikon 60mm f/2.8G ED Micro-Nikkor $560
  Outstanding all-around normal lens and macro lens. I use mine for product photography.
• Nikon 85mm f/1.4G $1,700
  Outstanding fast prime lens.
• Nikon 85mm f/1.8G $500
  Sure to be a favorite lens!
• Nikon 85mm f/2.8 PC-E PC-Micro-Nikkor $1,829
  Use tilt to evade depth of field limitations, shift to correct perspective.
• Nikon 105mm f/2.0D DC-Nikkor $1,089
  Unusual defocus control lens — get one while they’re still made.
• Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR macro lens $899
  High quality macro lens. Less good at infinity focus.
• Nikon 135mm f/2.0D DC-Nikkor $1,389
  Unusual defocus control lens — get one while they’re still made.
• Nikon 200mm f/2.0 G ED VR II super-tele $5,819
  Outstanding fast prime lens.
• Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G zoom lens $1,997
  World’s finest ultra wide angle zoom.
• Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G zoom lens $1,887
  Nikon’s finest mid-range zoom.
• Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II zoom lens $2,397
  Outstanding and fast telephoto zoom. Must-have.
• Nikon 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II zoom lens $6,999
  A bit hard to shoot well, but a good performer overall.

Zeiss ZF.2 Lenses for Nikon F Mount

• Zeiss CZ T* Circular Polarizing filters SEARCH
  For Zeiss lenses (or any brand). Circular polarizer works on all cameras.
• Zeiss UV T* filters SEARCH
  For Zeiss lenses (or any brand).
• Zeiss 15mm f/2.8 Distagon T* $2,950
  Outstanding extreme wide angle. See review in Guide to Zeiss ZF/ZE Lenses.
• Zeiss 18mm f/3.5 Distagon T* ZF.2 lens $1,395
  Ultra wide (!), most users should prefer the better corrected the 21mm Distagon first.
• Zeiss 21mm f/2.8 Distagon T* ZF.2 lens $1,843
  Brilliant performer even wide open. Exceptional level of correction. No better lens in this focal length.
• Zeiss 25mm f/2 Distagon T* ZF.2 Lens $1,699
  Outstanding new design.
• Zeiss 25mm f/2.8 Distagon T* ZF.2 lens $1,004
  Personal favorite even though it is not technically as well corrected. Wonderful contrast and color wide open. Fantastic for shooting at dusk.
• Zeiss 28mm f/2.0 Distagon T* ZF.2 lens $1,283
  Brilliant moderate wide! Moderate field curvature, but best of the 28mm f/2 lenses.
• Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 Distagon T ZF.2 lens $1,843
  Outstanding bokeh, truly world class in all respects. Highly recommended, but big and heavy.
• Zeiss 35mm f/2.0 Distagon T* ZF.2 lens $1,117
  Wonderful lens, great all-around choice, and much smaller and lighter than the 35/1.4.
• Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 Planar T* ZF.2 lens $725
  Very compact, brilliant images, some distortion, very active bokeh at f/1.4.
• Zeiss 50mm f/2 Makro-Planar T* ZF.2 lens $1,283
  Versatile normal lens with lovely bokeh. Some field curvature at edges/corners.
• Zeiss 85mm f/1.4 Planar T* ZF.2 lens $1,283
  Classic portrait lens with almost an embossed look when shot wide open. Not corrected for close focusing, classic look for portraits.
• Zeiss 100mm f/2 Makro-Planar T* ZF.2 lens $1,843
  A reference lens against which few lenses compare.
• Zeiss Zeiss ZF.2 SLR 5-Lens BUNDLE $6,063
  Five fast Zeiss primes with carrying case at signficant cost savings: 21/28/35/50/85

Other Lenses for Nikon F Mount

• Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2.0 SL-II Manual Focus Lens $449
  Pancake lens for Nikon.
• Sigma 50mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM Autofocus Lens $499
  Low vignetting, nice bokeh.
• Voigtlander Nokton 58mm f/1.4 SL-II Manual Focus Lens for Nikon AIS $489
  Very sharp, beautiful bokeh.
• Voigtlander 90mm F/3.5 SL II APO-Lanthar $549
  Superlative sharpness corner to corner, no color errors.

other

• Schneider Schneider Tilt/shift lenses for Nikon SEARCH
  See Schneider lens review in DAP.

Leica M

All these bodies, lenses and accessories are examined in detail in the Guide to Leica.

Price/stock info as of
May 17 00:17 GMT
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• Leica M Monochrom Digital Camera $7,950
  18 megapixels MONOCHROME sensor for lovely black and with images with unparalleled sharpness.
• Leica M9 Rangefinder Digital Camera Body (Black) $6,995
  Great choice, does not have sapphire glass.
• Leica M9 Rangefinder Digital Camera Body (Steel Grey) $6,995
  Great choice, does not have sapphire glass.
• Leica M9-P Digital Camera Body (Black) $7,995
  M9P has different body lettering and the sapphire glass LCD cover.
• Leica M9-P Digital Camera Body (Silver Chrome) $7,995
  M9P has different body lettering and the sapphire glass LCD cover.

Leica M Lenses

• Leica 16-18-21mm f/4 Tri-Elmar-M ASPH $6,295
  Versatile range, relatively large for Leica M. Outperforms any DSLR zoom, shoot at ƒ/8 for peak quality.
• Leica 18mm f/3.8 Super-Elmar-M ASPH $3,195
  Superlative ultra-wide, though like any 18mm, challenging to shoot and frame and keep level such a wide angle view. Viewfinder for 18mm additional.
• Leica 21mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH $6,995
  World’s fastest 21mm. Relatively large/heavy compared to 21/3.4. Viewfinder for 21mm additional.
• Leica 21mm f/3.4 Super-Elmar-M ASPH $2,995
  Highly corrected, world’s best 21mm, outperforms the 21mm f/1.4, better corrected for color fringing. Viewfinder for 21mm additional. My #1 choice for wideangle on the M9; not too wide, but wide enough if one owns a 28mm.
• Leica 24mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH $6,995
  Fast wide angle lens, but not as well corrected as the 24/3.8 off-center, especially for color aberrations. Viewfinder for 24mm additional.
• Leica 24mm f/3.8 Elmar-M ASPH $2,595
  Highly corrected, outperforms the 24mm f/1.4, better corrected for color fringing. Very close to the superlative level of the 21/3.4 SEM. Viewfinder for 24mm additional.
• Leica 28mm f/2.0 Summicron-M ASPH $4,295
  Very high performer with gorgeous diffraction stars, but requires stopping down to ƒ/4 - ƒ/5.6 for peak flat-field performance (eg buildings). 28mm is widest lens that uses the camera built-in frame lines.
• Leica 28mm f/2.8 Elmarit-M ASPH $2,195
  Ultra low distortion, lightest/smallest M lens, relatively low price for Leica, *exceptionally uniform and pleasing background blur*. More desirable in some ways than the 28/2.
• Leica 35mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH $4,995
  #1 choice for all-around most useful lens on Leica M9. The 35/1.4 delivers stunning results, albeit with some field curvature, especially at infinity focus.
• Leica 35mm f/2.0 Summicron-M ASPH (Black) $3,195
  Superb lens, but when shooting Leica, the Summilux 35/1.4 is too attractive.
• Leica 35mm f/2.0 Summicron-M ASPH (Silver) $3,195
  Superb lens, but when shooting Leica, the Summilux 35/1.4 is too attractive.
• Leica 35mm f/2.5 Summarit-M $1,895
  Modest price for a very good lens.
• Leica 50mm f/0.95 Noctilux-M ASPH $10,995
  UNIQUE, and not really duplicative of the 50/1.4 Summilux— see comparisons in Leica Guide showing performance at wide apertures. Large and heavy and requires exacting focus when shot wide open. Stopped down it might even outperform the 50/1.4 Summilux at ƒ4 - ƒ/8.
• Leica 50mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH (Black) $3,995
  Black or silver, the world's best 50/1.4, superb match for M9, a perfect balance and size. Stunning contrast wide open.
• Leica 50mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH (Silver) $3,995
  Black or silver, the world's best 50/1.4, superb match for M9, a perfect balance and size. Stunning contrast wide open.
• Leica 50mm f/2.0 Summicron-M $2,295
  Ultra low distortion, reasonable price, very compact. The f/1.4 Summilux is easily superior at ƒ/2 however.
• Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2.0 ASPH Lens $7,195
  Sets new standards for performance for 50mm lenses. Near zero distortion, ultra high sharpness and contrast, apochromatic.
• Leica 50mm f/2.5 Summarit-M $1,495
  Modest price for a very good lens.
• Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron-M ASPH $3,795
  Gorgeous results, very well corrected lens. Precise focus and framing are more challenging with a 75mm. Be sure to use the 1.4X magnifier.
• Leica 75mm f/2.5 Summarit-M $1,895
  Modest price for a very good lens.
• Leica 90mm f/2.0 APO Summicron-M ASPH $3,995
  Outstanding performance at every aperture, state of the art 90mm. One reservation: framing accuracy is a challenge. Be sure to use the 1.25X + 1.4X magnifier.
• Leica 90mm f/2.5 Summarit-M lens $1,895
  Modest price for a very good lens.
• Leica 135mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-M lens $3,495
  Extremely high performance tele lens. The 1.4X viewfinder magnifier is essential with this lens.

Voigtlander Lenses

• Voigtlander 35mm ƒ/1.2 $1,399
  Outstanding performer. See review in Leica Guide
• Voigtlander 50mm ƒ/1.1 $999
  Aspherical design, excellent bokeh and sharpness. 1/10 the price of the Leica Noctilux-M. Sharp but with low contrast until ƒ/2, very sharp thereafter. See review in Leica Guide

Zeiss ZM Lenses

• Zeiss ZM lenses for Zeiss Ikon or Leica M SEARCH
  Search for all focal lengths and silver/black Zeiss ZM lenses.
• Zeiss ZM 15mm ƒ/2.8 Distagon $4,600
  Ultra high performance fast 15mm lens with exotic glass types. Not rangefinder coupled, so focus by estimate or scale on lens.
• Zeiss ZM 18mm ƒ/4 Distagon $1,340
  Compact 18mm lens. Very high performer.
• Zeiss ZM 21mm ƒ/2.8 Biogon $1,340
  Compact 21mm lens with a faster aperture. Distortion well-controlled, but more than the ƒ/4.5 option.
• Zeiss ZM 21mm ƒ/4.5 Biogon $1,117
  Very compact 21mm lens with essentially zero distortion. Steep ray angle means a color cast in corners— best for black and white photography.
• Zeiss ZM 25mm ƒ/2.8 Biogon $1,117
  Outstanding sharpness.
• Zeiss ZM 28mm ƒ/2.8 Biogon $1,005
  Classic 28mm lens.
• Zeiss ZM 35mm ƒ/2 Biogon $1,005
  Outstanding sharpness with ultra-low distortion.
• Zeiss ZM 35mm ƒ/2.8 C-Biogon $817
  Very high sharpness with ultra-low distortion. Very compact, hence the C-Biogon designation.
• Zeiss ZM 50mm ƒ/1.5 Sonnar $1,117
  Class soft-focus portrait lens (“dreamy”) with some focus shift, but very sharp when stopped down.
• Zeiss ZM 50mm ƒ/2 Planar $781
  Outstanding sharpness.
• Zeiss ZM 85mm ƒ/4 Tele-Tessar $877
  Very compact 85mm with high performance.

Accessories

• Leica 1.25x Viewfinder Magnifier for M Cameras $300
  Highly recommended for focusing accuracy, but pushes frame lines too far out on 28mm or 35mm lenses. Can be stacked with 1.4X.
• Leica 1.4x Viewfinder Magnifier for M Cameras $300
  Mandatory for 75mm or 90mm lens (focus accuracy), strongly recommended for precise focus for all lenses. Not suitable for 28mm or 35mm lenses (frame lines too far out).
• Leica Angle Viewfinder M $320
  Shows a large, round, upright, and un-reversed central section of the viewfinder image.
• Leica Battery for Leica M9 & M8. $130
  Two batteries are almost always enough for even a long day’s shooting.
• Leica Handgrip M (Black) $250
  Much better ergonomics than standard baseplate for handheld shooting, but for tripod use, the Really Right Stuff grip is better.
• Leica Universal Wide-Angle Viewfinder for M System $900
  Shoe-mounted viewfinder for M-system rangefinder cameras, with spirit level.
• Voigtlander Multi Format Viewfinder for 15 to 35mm Lenses $529
  Externally attached optical viewfinder is for Voigtlander, Leica M8, and Epson RD1 cameras.

Viewfinders

• Leica Brightline Finder M-18 for 18mm M Lenses (Black) $749
  Mandatory for the 18mm f/3.8.
• Leica Brightline Finder M-21 for 21mm M Lenses (Black) $760
  Mandatory for 21mm lenses, but consider Zeiss alternative.
• Leica Brightline Finder M-21 for 21mm M Lenses (Silver) $760
  Mandatory for 21mm lenses, but consider Zeiss alternative.
• Leica Brightline Finder M-24 for 24mm M Lenses (Black) $760
  For 24mm lenses, but consider Zeiss ZI 25/28mm alternative
• Leica Brightline Finder M-24 for 24mm M Lenses (Silver) $760
  For 24mm lenses, but consider Zeiss ZI 25/28mm alternative
• Zeiss Viewfinder ZI for 18mm Lens $419
  Good with any brand 18mm lens.
• Zeiss Viewfinder ZI for 21mm Lens $419
  Good with any brand 21mm lens.
• Zeiss Viewfinder ZI for 25mm or 28mm lens $419
  Good with any brand 24/25mm lens, and I prefer it over the Leica M-24 viewfinder. Also has 28mm frame lines.

Leica S

All these bodies, lenses and accessories are examined in detail in the Guide to Leica.

Price/stock info as of
May 17 00:19 GMT
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• Leica 35mm f/2.5 Summarit-S ASPH CS lens $7,495
  Syncs at 1/500 with in-lens shutter.
• Leica 35mm f/2.5 Summarit-S ASPH lens $6,495
  Oustanding wide angle!
• Leica 30mm f/2.8 Elmarit-S ASPH lens $7,495
  Oustanding wide angle!
• Leica 70mm f/2.5 Summarit-S ASPH CS lens $5,995
  Syncs at 1/500 with in-lens shutter.
• Leica 70mm f/2.5 Summarit-S ASPH lens $4,995
  Incredible sharpness & contrast!
• Leica 120mm f/2.5 APO-Macro-Summarit-S CS lens $8,495
  Fast world-class performer.
• Leica 120mm f/2.5 APO-Macro-Summarit-S lens $6,995
  Best lens of the S line. Truly world class!
• Leica 180mm f/3.5 APO-Tele-Elmar-S CS lens $8,495
  Syncs at 1/500 with in-lens shutter.
• Leica 180mm f/3.5 APO-Tele-Elmar-S lens $6,995
  Apochromatic ultra-high performer.

other

• Leica 14429 Lithium-Ion Battery for Leica S System Digital Cameras $230
  Great battery life, but one spare mandatory.
• Leica Camera Remote Release Cable for Leica S2 Camera $150
  ESSENTIAL for sharp images on a tripod!
• Leica Microprism Focusing Screen for Leica S2 Camera) $400
  For precise focus when autofocus has difficulty.
• Leica Multi-Function Handgrip for the S-Camera (Black) $1,295
  Extra battery + useful handheld ergonomics.
• Leica S2 SLR Digital Camera (Body Only) $22,995
  Leica's best-ever camera! See diglloyd.com review.
• Leica S2-P SLR Digital Camera (Body Only) $27,995
  Saphire screen, platinum support.

Compact Cameras

Many of these products are reviewed in DAP or Zeiss Guide.

Price/stock info as of
May 17 00:15 GMT
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• Canon G1X $799
  Large sensor compact.
• Fuji Finepix X100 $1,199
  Best compact camera available on the market in 2011, with an APS-C sensor, great color, great dynamic range.
• Leica X2 Digital Compact Camera With Elmarit 24mm f/2.8 ASPH Lens (Black) $1,995
  16 megapixels
• Leica X2 Digital Compact Camera With Elmarit 24mm f/2.8 ASPH Lens (Silver) $1,995
  16 megapixels
• Olympus Olympus camera bodies and lenses. SEARCH
  Micro 4/3 offers a great size/quality combination.
• Panasonic Panasonic 4/3 camera bodies. SEARCH
  Micro 4/3 offers a great size/quality combination.

Fuji X-Pro1 system

• Fuji 18mm ƒ/2.0 XF R lens $599
  27mm equivalent field of view to full frame sensor.
• Fuji 35mm ƒ/1.4 XF R lens $599
  53mm equivalent field of view to full frame sensor.
• Fuji 60mm ƒ/2.4 XF macro lens $649
  91mmm equivalent field of view to full frame sensor.
• Fuji X-Pro1 $1,699
  16-megapixel no anti-aliasing filter for pin-sharp images, interchangeable lenses, optical/EVF viewfinder, ultra high res read LCD. Will have Leica M support via adapters. Review planned as a priority.

Sony NEX.

• Sony Alpha NEX-5N camera body. $548
  16-megapixel with 3" tiltable LCD, 1080p video, APS-C sensor. Accepts Leica M and Nikon lenses with an adapter.
• Sony Alpha NEX-5N system (bodies and lenses and accessories). SEARCH
  16-megapixel with 3" tiltable LCD, 1080p video, APS-C sensor. Accepts Leica M and Nikon lenses with an adapter.
• Sony Alpha NEX-5N system (everything). SEARCH
  Bodies, body + lens kits, lenses, accessories.
• Sony Alpha NEX-7 (Black, Body Only) $1,198
  24-megapixel with 3" tiltable LCD, 1080p video, APS-C sensor. Accepts Leica M and Nikon lenses with an adapter.
• Sony Alpha NEX-7 with 18-55 zoom lens $1,348
  24-megapixel with 3" tiltable LCD, 1080p video, APS-C sensor. Accepts Leica M and Nikon lenses with an adapter.
• Zeiss E-Mount Carl Zeiss Sonnar Lens for Sony NEX $1,098
  Fast Zeiss lens for Sony NEX, 35mm equivalent field of view on NEX sensor.

Ricoh GXR system

• Ricoh GXR camera body only (no lens) $347
  Camera body accepts a variety of lens sensor modules.
• Ricoh GXR system SEARCH
  Search for all Ricoh GXR items.
• Ricoh Lens A12 28mm ƒ/2.5 Camera Unit 4 $647
  28mm lens module (45mm equivalent field of view) for Ricoh GXR body. 12.3 megapixels.
• Ricoh Mount A12 For Leica M Mount Lens $647
  Sensor module that accepts Leica M, Voigtlander M or Zeiss ZM lenses. No anti-aliasing filter over sensor for crisp and detailed pin-sharp images. APS-C 23.6 X 15.7mm sensor with 12.3 megapixels. Supports color shading and peripheral illumination correction, and distortion correction.
• Ricoh VF-2 External LCD Viewfinder $219
  Essential for fast operation in bright light (rear LCD is too hard to see).

Sony NEX accessories

• Lens adapters for Sony NEX SEARCH
  Lens adapters for Sony NEX support virtually any brand of lens. Novoflex and Voigtlander are solid choices.
• Novoflex ASTAT-NEX Tripod Collar for Sony NEX Lens Adapters $139
  ESSENTIAL to avoid warping (subtly damaging) the NEX lens mount with a too-heavy lens when mounted on a tripod.
• Novoflex Lens Mount Adapter - Leica M or Zeiss ZM to Sony NEX $267
  Leica M or Zeiss ZM lenses to Sony NEX body.
• Novoflex Lens Mount Adapter - Nikon to Sony NEX $293
  Nikon lenses to Sony NEX body.
• Sony Remote Commander for Alpha Series & NEX Cameras $27
  Home-theater style wireless remote control that enables shooting as well as viewing convenience.

Other gear

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• Hoodman Hoodman HoodLoupe Professional LCD Screen Loupe for 3" Displays $80
  Essential for viewing in bright light and for presbyopia.
• LCDVF LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder $125
  See review of the LCDVF.
• Zacuto Zacuto accesories for video and stills. SEARCH
  Must-have items for serious shooters.

Lens adapters.

• Lens adapter for all brands. SEARCH
  Most adapters yield pure manual operation— which I use all the time.
• Novoflex Lens Mount Adapter - Nikon Lens to Canon EOS Body $270
  Any Nikon non-G lens to Canon EOS.
• Novoflex Lens Mount Adapter - Nikon to Micro 4/3 $260
  Nikon lenses to Micro 4/3 body.

Digital camera storage

• Lexar Lexar 1000X Compact Flash (FAST!) SEARCH
  Lexar offers a wide variety of fast cards. The 1000X is very fast. Example.
• Lexar Lexar Compact Flash storage cards SEARCH
  Lexar offers a wide variety of fast cards.
• Lexar Lexar SDHC/SDXC storage cards SEARCH
  Lexar offers a wide variety of fast SDHC/SDXC cards.
• Lexar Lexar SDXC cards SEARCH
  The 400X and 600X cards are very fast. Example.
• SanDisk SanDisk Compact Flash storage cards SEARCH
  SanDisk offers a wide variety of fast cards.
• SanDisk SanDisk SDHC/SDXC storage cards SEARCH
  SanDisk offers a wide variety of fast SDHC/SDXC cards.
• SanDisk ImageMate All-in-One USB 3.0 Reader / Writer $34
  Get the contents of digital camera cards into the computer.

Accessories

• Impact Impact Collapsible Reflector Kit $95
  See review of the Impact Collapsible Reflector Kit.
• Manfrotto Manfrotto 2-Axis Flash Hot Shoe Double Bubble Level $33
  Keep things level.
• OpTech OpTech ProLoop strap for cameras SEARCH
  Make your neck happy, especially with DSLRs. What I use.
• Vello Vello Wireless Shutterboss Remote With Timers SEARCH
  See review of the Vello Shutterboss.
• LensAlign LensAlign MkII Focus Calibration System $80
  Adjust for autofocus system inaccuracy.

Lens related items

• Nikon Lens Caps (front) for all brands SEARCH
  Recommended for ALL brands— Nikon, Canon, Zeiss because Nikon caps are easiest to operate.
• Zeiss Lens cleaning kits, cloths, fluid. SEARCH
  What I use.

Tripods and related

• Acratech Acratech Ballheads SEARCH
  Elegantly designed top-quality ballheads, light weight and sturdy, laser engraved markings, satin black anodized finish. Great choice! See the review of the Acratech GP ballheads.
• Arca Swiss Arca-Swiss C1 Cube Geared Head $1,700
  My preferred tripod head. Replace the clamp with a Really Right Stuff screw-clamp. See review.

Filters for all lenses

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• Zeiss 52mm T* UV filter $56
   
• Zeiss 55mm T* UV filter $61
   
• Zeiss 58mm T* UV filter $67
   
• Zeiss 62mm T* UV filter $73
   
• Zeiss 67mm T* UV filter $84
   
• Zeiss 72mm T* UV filter $101
   
• Zeiss 77mm T* UV filter $112
   
• Zeiss 82mm T* UV filter $124
   
• Zeiss T* UV filters SEARCH
  Especially good choice for Zeiss lenses, great for any brand.
• B+W UV Haze 010 SEARCH
  Compatible with Zeiss, Nikon, Canon, Voigtlander.
• B+W XS-Pro Digital MRC Nano filters SEARCH
  OK for Nikon, Canon, Voigtlander. INCOMPATIBLE with lens shade on Zeiss ZF.2 / ZE lenses.

Polarizing filters

• Zeiss 52mm T* Circular Polarizer $90
   
• Zeiss 55mm T* Circular Polarizer $95
   
• Zeiss 58mm T* Circular Polarizer $101
   
• Zeiss 62mm T* Circular Polarizer $118
   
• Zeiss 67mm T* Circular Polarizer $135
   
• Zeiss 72mm T* Circular Polarizer $152
   
• Zeiss 77mm T* Circular Polarizer $169
   
• Zeiss 82mm T* Circular Polarizer $192
   
• Zeiss T* Circular Polarizing filters SEARCH
  For Zeiss lenses (or any brand). Circular polarizer works on all cameras.
• B+W Polarizers SEARCH
  Top-grade polarizers.
• Heliopan Polarizers SEARCH
  Top-grade polarizers.

Neutral density filters

• B+W 58mm #102 ND Filter 0.6 MRC — 2 stops $39
   
• B+W 58mm #103 ND Filter 0.9 MRC — 3 stops $64
   
• B+W 58mm #106 ND Filter 1.8 MRC — 6 stops $60
   
• B+W 60mm #102 ND Filter 0.6 MRC — 2 stops $64
   
• B+W 60mm #103 ND Filter 0.9 — 3 stops $68
   
• B+W 67mm #102 ND Filter 0.6 MRC — 2 stops $52
   
• B+W 67mm #103 ND Filter 0.9 MRC — 3 stops $109
   
• B+W 67mm #106 ND Filter 1.8 MRC — 6 stops $116
   
• B+W 67mm #110 ND Filter 3.0 — 10 stops $116
   
• B+W 77mm #102 ND Filter 0.6 MRC — 2 stops $89
   
• B+W 77mm #103 ND Filter 0.9 MRC — 2 stops $177
   
• B+W 77mm #106 ND Filter 1.8 MRC — 6 stops $185
   
• B+W 77mm #110 ND Filter 3.0 MRC — 10 stops $185
   
• Heliopan 67mm Vario Neutral Density Filter — 1 to 6.6 stops $303
   
• Heliopan 67mm Vario Neutral Density Filter — 1 to 6.6 stops $353
   
• Heliopan 72mm Vario Neutral Density Filter — 1 to 6.6 stops $384
   
• Heliopan 77mm Vario Neutral Density Filter — 1 to 6.6 stops $444
   

Lens Care

• Zeiss Compact Portable Lens Care System $9
  This is what I use.
• Zeiss Lens Cleaning Cloths (2 Microfiber Cloths and 30 Moistened Wipes) $14
  This is what I use.
• Zeiss Lens Cleaning Kit $28
  This is what I use.

Step-up Rings

• B+W Step-Up Ring (Lens to Filter) 58mm - 67mm $20
   
• B+W Step-Up Ring (Lens to Filter) 58mm - 72mm $20
   
• B+W Step-Up Ring (Lens to Filter) 67mm - 72mm $20
   
• B+W Step-Up Ring (Lens to Filter) 67mm - 77mm $19
   
• B+W Step-Up Ring (Lens to Filter) 72mm - 77mm $20
   
• B+W Step-Up Ring (Lens to Filter) 77mm - 82mm $29
   

Infrared pass (visible light block) filters

• B+W 52mm 093 (87C) Infrared Slim Glass Filter $76
   
• B+W 77mm 092M Infrared (IR) Dark Red Filter $190
  Near infrared filter: very deep red into infrared.
• B+W 77mm 093 (87C) Infrared Glass Filter $157
  Deep infrared filter, cuts deep red visible light.

Computer equipment for photographers

All these computers and accessories are examined and reviewed in detail at Mac Performance Guide.

MPG Pro Workstation & MPG Pro Laptop

If you are purchasing a new workstation for professional use or have a workstation to upgrade, you should know about the MPG Pro Workstation and MPG Pro Laptop upgrade service from Mac Performance Guide and OWC. This service solves a lot of time-consuming problems for professionals who value performance, reliability and their time.

Price/stock info as of
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• Adobe Photoshop CS5 for Mac or Windows SEARCH
  What I use.
• Adobe Photoshop CS6 for Mac or Windows SEARCH
  What I use.
• Adobe Photoshop Lightroom for Mac or Windows SEARCH
  Market-leading cataloguing and image processing software.

Applecare

• Apple 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro $244
   
• Apple 3-Year AppleCare for iMac $122
   
• Apple 3-Year AppleCare for iPad $67
   
• Apple 3-Year AppleCare for Mac Pro $174
   
• Apple 3-Year AppleCare for MacBook, MacBook Air, 13" MacBook Pro $190
   
• Apple 3-Year AppleCare for MacMini $104
   

Mac Pro

• Apple Mac Pro Workstation: 6-core @ 3.33GHz $3,699
  The SWEET SPOT for price/performance. Perfect for Photoshop/Lightroom and moderate video.
• Apple Mac Pro Workstation: 12-core @ 2.66GHz $5,349
  Heavy duty for video and 3D, etc.
• Apple Mac Pro Workstation: 12-core @ 2.93GHz $6,199
  Heavy duty for video and 3D, etc. 10% faster than the 2.66GHz model.
• Apple Mac Pro Workstation: 4-core @ 2.8GHz $2,299
  A very solid machine for most users.
• Apple Mac Pro Workstation: 4-core @ 3.2 GHz $3,299
  A 14% speed increase from 2.8 GHz at reasonable cost.

Displays

• Apple Apple TV (1080p) set-top box. $100
  Set-top box for displaying just about anything, including your photos.
• NEC MultiSync PA271W-BK-SV 27" Wide-Gamut Display (display only) $1,399
  Professional quality display with wide gamut. This display does not come with the bundled calibrator, which is fine if you already have one (and want to calibrate). See NEC PA271W review.
• NEC MultiSync PA271W-BK-SV 27" Wide-Gamut Display with SpectraViewII $1,649
  Professional quality display with wide gamut and color calibration. See review.
• NEC MultiSync PA301W 30" Wide-Gamut Display $2,549
  Professional quality display with wide gamut and color calibration. What I use for my main display. See review.
• NEC MultiSync PA301W 30" Wide-Gamut Display (no calibrator) $2,299
  Professional quality display with wide gamut. What I use for my main display. See review.
• NEC NEC SpectraSensor Pro Color Calibration Sensor $199
  Ssophisticated colorimeter. Uses a new optical system, filter technology, calibration architecture and intelligent form factor to provide unparalleled color accuracy, repeatability and device longevity.

MacBook Pro

• Apple MacBook Air 11.6": 2-core @ 1.8GHz, 4GB, 128GB SSD $1,349
  Maxed-out 11.6" model.
• Apple MacBook Air 13.3": 2-core @ 1.8GHz, 4GB, 256GB SSD $1,650
  Maxed-out 13.3" model.
• Apple MacBook Pro 13": 2-core @ 2.8GHz, 4GB, 128GB SSD $1,599
  Fast machine compact for travel.
• Apple MacBook Pro 13": 2-core @ 2.8GHz, 4GB, 750GB HDD $1,406
  Fast machine, upgrade memory and hard drive separately.
• Apple MacBook Pro 15.4": 4-core @ 2.4GHz, anti-glare screen, 4GB, 750GB HDD $2,349
  Fast machine, upgrade memory and hard drive separately.
• Apple MacBook Pro 15.4": 4-core @ 2.5GHz, anti-glare screen, 4GB, 750GB HDD $2,649
  Fast machine, upgrade memory and hard drive separately.
• Apple MacBook Pro 15.4": 4-core @ 2.5GHz, anti-glare screen, 8GB, 750GB HDD $2,849
  Fast machine with 8GB and hard drive.
• Apple MacBook Pro 17": 4-core @ 2.4GHz, antiglare screen, 4GB, 750GB HDD $2,599
  Fast machine, upgrade memory and hard drive separately.
• Apple MacBook Pro 17": 4-core @ 2.5GHz, antiglare screen, 4GB, 750GB HDD $2,699
  Fast machine, upgrade memory and hard drive separately.

iMac

• Apple iMac: 4-core @ 3.4GHz Intel Core i7, 1TB HDD, 1GB video $2,199
  Top end iMac for those wanting an all-in-one system.
• Apple iMac: 4-core @ 3.4GHz Intel Core i7, 2TB HDD, 2GB video $2,649
  Top end iMac for those wanting an all-in-one system.

Peripherals

• Epson Epson WorkForce 640 All-in-One Inkjet Printer $150
  Inexpensive and versatile office printer (not for making fine art prints). Fast. auto-duplex, wireless.
• Epson Epson WorkForce Pro WP-4530 All-in-One Printer $200
  Great all around office printer (not for making fine art prints).
• Epson Perfection V750-M Pro Scanner $850
  Get those old chromes or negatives into digital form with high quality.
• Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Large-Format Inkjet Printer $1,295
  Extraordinary gamut with fine-art result for the most desciminating professional.
• Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI-D (Single-Link) Display Adapter $28
  Needed for older DVI-D displays on newer Macs.