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Apart from the usual gadgets such as at least a 2GB High-speed memory card (prices are cheap and having a faster card may actually decrease the time delay between shots), there are certain photographer essentials that you can buy.

If you like to take your time for taking scenery pictures, a tripod is always recommended, because capturing a steady frame is essential when using the camera in low-light conditions. Furthermore, an UV filter can protect your lense from scratches (it is usually cheaper to replace the filter than getting a new objective).

A wide range of objectives can ensure that you get the optimal composition in a certain situation. For example, a 50mm standard objective with a rating of 1.4f is much more flexible than a 3.5f-4.5f 17-85mm when taking portrait shots, where you would like to make use of a nice bokeh effect.

With my Canon EOS 20D, I have experimented with various manual objectives and mounts, most notably the Carl Zeiss 85mm/1.4 with converter for the Contax/Yashica mount. The objective feels bigger than the camera itself, but the build quality ('Made in W. Germany') is amazing.

Of course, to ensure that you can control lighting conditions a bit more, you might want to extend the range of your flash using an external mounted unit (which also saves battery power).

In any case, a proper case will keep your valuables protected from the elements (If you live in England, this will probably be rain).

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