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Three Camera Must-Haves for a New Photographer

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May 28, 2015 By Autumn Rose Reo 51 Comments

Disclaimer

I achieved a big milestone a few months ago…I purchased a “big girl camera.”

AKA a DSLR, I finally made it a priority to purchase a camera that wasn’t something to be handy and quick, but instead had the capability to capture those beautiful, Pinterest-ready shots for the blog AND even click a few of the family for those perfect opportunities between Christmas and Easter family portraits.  Since I had made the choice to make the purchase, I bought everything I THOUGHT I needed to be the best photographer in the world…or at least begin to try.


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After the  first full photo card and a long day of taking shots, I realized I needed not one, not two but MANY memory cards. One of the best tips I had heard from well-seasoned photographers is that you just keeping taking photos and eventually when you get back to your computer you’ll find that magic one that’s just the right angle, the right lighting and the right look for your perfect shot. But to do that you need lots of space on a card and you never want to get stuck when you’re just about to get that great shot and then you the “CARD FULL” come up. So bottom line, get big memory cards and many of them.

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The other thing I learned was a must-have was a good camera strap. Sure, I had the one sent with the camera. But one hour after you have that hanging around your neck with your camera attached, you’ll feel exactly what I’m talking about. That uncomfortable and raw feeling of the not-so-soft strap. So consider one that’s cute, comfortable and so useful, like the straps from mod. Not only are there tons of designs to choose from, but you also can get this strap wrap attachment that allows you to insert additional photo cards, ID, money, batteries and more so it’s not in your pocket (or later lost on the ground.)

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And the last thing was a lens-cap saver. That’s right…I needed something to help me keep up with my lens cap. I would put it in my pocket and then kneel down and it would roll out every time. Then I would scour the world, in grass, dirt, wherever, to find it. While it may seem kinda silly, a lens-cap saver saved me HUGE on keeping my camera lens clean of scratches and me from having to keep buying more each time I lost mine. Mod’s lens savers are adorable and have tons of personality…and why can’t you have fun while being functional?

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Dallas-based mod is a mom-daughter company that I’m proud to say I worked with a few years ago when they just began their business. Now this USA-made business is not just online but distributed and sold in several stores you may *even have heard of *like Target, Nebraska Furniture Mart and Amazon. While I would love to tell you more, I think they both do a better job…

AND NOW YOU CAN HAVE ONE TOO! Thanks to mod we’re giving away a special bundle with a strap, lens saver, and drop-in pouch ($79.00 value). 

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Comments

  1. Robin Masshole mommy says

    May 29, 2015 at 3:37 pm

    when I grow up I want to have a DSLR camera 🙂 and when I do get one, I want to really cute strap for it.

    Reply
  2. Jennifer says

    May 29, 2015 at 4:11 pm

    This is a great giveaway. I love that bling for the camera.

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  3. Mike Klubok says

    May 29, 2015 at 4:29 pm

    Good points. I must disagree about having large size memory cards. When I travel I would rather have smaller ones in the event of a memory card failure. Was in California recently and the largest card I carried was 16GB. If I used 32GB memory cards and it failed, I would have lost that many more pics. That said, I did back up my cards daily. If I didn’t I used a different card the next day.

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  4. Jenna Wood says

    May 29, 2015 at 7:03 pm

    We love Mod straps! I just bought a new Fujifilm Insta Mini 8, and it’s gonna need some new clothes. Time to go shopping!

    Reply
  5. Marcie W. says

    May 29, 2015 at 7:26 pm

    I like the Strap Wrap – Orange Print

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  6. Liz Mays says

    May 29, 2015 at 8:25 pm

    A stylish camera strap would be so cool. I definitely agree about the memory cards!

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  7. Chrysa says

    May 29, 2015 at 8:58 pm

    That lens cap saver is a great idea! I am constantly misplacing mine.

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  8. Shauna says

    May 29, 2015 at 9:17 pm

    I love it all. I just upgraded last Christmas so I hope I win. Thanks so much for sharing,…

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  9. Felicita Moncada says

    May 29, 2015 at 9:25 pm

    The cap holder is freakin awesome! Why haven’t I known about this! Do you know how many times I’ve forgotten where I left my lens cap??? Too many to count. Love the pop of color that the straps bring

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  10. Valerie says

    May 29, 2015 at 9:41 pm

    This is so fun! I love the great accessories you have for the camera. A new strap makes it like a new camera! Great giveaway!

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  11. Marina John says

    May 29, 2015 at 10:54 pm

    The items that you listed are all must haves. You are so right about having the right camera for Pinterest pics!

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  12. Sarah Marturano says

    May 29, 2015 at 10:56 pm

    Without my lens saver, I can’t tell you how many times I would have misplaced my cover. I have also dropped my camera a few times. Having the strap is vital.

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  13. Vera Sweeney says

    May 29, 2015 at 11:56 pm

    These are great camera accessories!! I love the idea of a lens cap holder, I always seem to be misplacing mine.

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  14. Debi- Lifestyle Blogger says

    May 30, 2015 at 8:51 am

    I want to get some things like this for my camera too. It just adds some personalization to it.

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  15. Tara R. says

    May 30, 2015 at 10:45 pm

    I love this, I am always worried I’m going to lose my lens cap when it put it in my back pocket, what a genius ideal!! Would love to win, thanks!

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  16. Catherine L. says

    May 31, 2015 at 2:09 am

    I like the Strap Wrap in Bubble Dot.

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  17. Amy D says

    May 31, 2015 at 6:13 pm

    I would love to get this accessory for my camera! I love accessories that will improve my photography.

    Reply
  18. JDaniel4's Mom says

    June 3, 2015 at 2:42 pm

    I love the Classic Camera Strap – Brown and Teal Circle .

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  19. Rachel says

    June 3, 2015 at 8:22 pm

    What neat tips. I love my new DSLR camera and would say it has been one of the best investments of my life. Cool accessories!
    Thank you for linking up to “Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me”
    Rachel xo
    Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me link up is LIVE
    Garay Treasures

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  20. Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom says

    June 4, 2015 at 12:39 pm

    I would love to win! I really like the predator strap wrap and would love it for my DSLR! My daughters name is Autumn. 🙂 Thanks for such a great giveaway!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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  21. Lisa says

    June 4, 2015 at 8:33 pm

    Great post!! Thank you so much for sharing with #LINKUPWITHLISA @ http://www.beauty101bylisa.com/2015/05/linkupwithlisa-19-refashioned-maxi.html

    Reply
  22. Julie Waldron says

    June 5, 2015 at 8:57 am

    I like the basic camera strap Navy Floral.

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  23. Julie Waldron says

    June 5, 2015 at 9:00 am

    I like the Classic Camera Strap – Navy Floral

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  24. ashley ramsey says

    June 5, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    I would love to win one of these! They are so cute! I like Bubble Dot.

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  25. Mrs. AOK says

    June 6, 2015 at 7:22 am

    Great giveaway thanks for sharing with us at Mommy Monday!
    XOXO

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  26. Jen says

    June 6, 2015 at 6:16 pm

    I so need a lens cap keeper! I have lost more than I want to think about. ‘ve only got 1 memory card but it’s big enough, I think. Or at least I’ve never run out of room. Which reminds me – I need to clear the card so there’s room for our roadtrip photos 😉

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  27. Chelsey says

    June 7, 2015 at 1:49 pm

    I like Orange Print or Shockwave! Thanks for the giveaway.

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  28. Megan C says

    June 7, 2015 at 3:56 pm

    Love the classic strap in Predator! Super fun!

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  29. Christy says

    June 7, 2015 at 7:01 pm

    Who knew photography could have great design both behind the shot and in the shot!

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  30. Mary Williams says

    June 8, 2015 at 11:43 am

    I love the cheerful zig camera strap!

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  31. tracee says

    June 11, 2015 at 12:56 pm

    I like the happy face cap saver

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  32. Naomi says

    June 11, 2015 at 6:58 pm

    I love the Cheerful Zig

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  33. Rachel says

    June 11, 2015 at 7:31 pm

    I like the black damask pattern.

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  34. Birdiebee says

    June 13, 2015 at 2:58 am

    I like the Classic Camera Strap – Black & Teal Ink.

    Reply
  35. Alanna says

    June 14, 2015 at 2:40 pm

    I love all of them!! This is such an awesome giveaway!! Thanks so much for sharing!!

    Reply
  36. Tracie brown says

    June 15, 2015 at 8:59 pm

    Strap wrap in bubble dot

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  37. Jamie Williams says

    June 16, 2015 at 10:59 am

    I love the strap wrap, very handy!

    Reply
  38. Karla T says

    June 18, 2015 at 2:40 pm

    My fave is Strap Wrap – Brown and Teal

    Reply
  39. Laurie Nykaza says

    June 19, 2015 at 5:55 pm

    Classic-Camera-Strap-Yellowbird is so cute love the design and colors

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  40. Tracie Cooper says

    June 22, 2015 at 9:05 am

    I love the orange print strap!

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  41. heather says

    June 23, 2015 at 9:48 pm

    I like the black and teal but if I won I would let dad pick for his birthday.

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  42. Kerry says

    June 25, 2015 at 6:02 am

    Between a strap cover and the lense saver… My camera is looking a little sad and needs a fashion make over. Both look great and very useful at the same time.

    Reply
  43. Pam C. says

    June 25, 2015 at 7:25 am

    I love the Premium Strap – Black and Turquoise Damask .

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  44. Jennifer Cervantes says

    June 25, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    I love the Premium Strap – Brown and Teal Circle

    Reply
  45. Cindy Miner says

    June 25, 2015 at 4:31 pm

    I like the Classic Camera Strap, Brown and Teal Circle . Love the colors together.

    Reply
  46. Tracie Cooper says

    June 27, 2015 at 12:45 pm

    I love the earthy zig camera strap!

    Reply
  47. Trinh Q says

    June 28, 2015 at 5:57 am

    The Black Polka is my favorite mod design.

    Reply
  48. Vicki Howes says

    June 28, 2015 at 5:09 pm

    I like the bubble dot strap wrap!

    Reply
  49. Rene Chartier says

    June 29, 2015 at 1:17 am

    This is a nice bundle. I like so many of the selections but probably the blue and grey would match my DSL camera best.

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  50. Missy Marie says

    June 29, 2015 at 1:56 pm

    Love the strap wrap in brown and teal.

    Reply
  51. Jocelyn says

    June 29, 2015 at 8:47 pm

    Brown and teal circle strap.

    Reply

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