DSLR Accessories
This section provides a basic introduction to lenses, flashes and a potpourri of other digital single lens reflex camera accessories. Be sure to read the article by a professional photographer who shares his thoughts about the top ten accessories every DSLR owner should own, and why.
Should you buy a kit lens?
Because kit lenses are inexpensive, they are maligned by some. However, the optics of many kit lenses are capable of producing sharp images with excellent color and contrast.
Canon Wireless Remote Control RC1: It’s limitations
The Canon Wireless Remote Control RC1 for Digital Rebel cameras has limitations. For some photographers, there are better, more versatile options.
DSLR Crop Factor conversion chart
Our focal length multiplier conversion chart lists the effective focal lengths of lenses by the crop factor of digital single lens reflex cameras.
Top ten DSLR accessories
Suggestions from a pro about the top ten accessories no digital single lens reflex camera user should be without.
DSLR lens types
Learn about the types and versatility of DSLR interchangeable lens, from ultra-wide to super telephoto.
DSLR lens uses
Guide to DSLR lenses you may need. Some interchangeable lenses are more suitable for certain subjects than others.
DSLR macro lens
A true digital single lens reflex camera macro lens allows a photographer hold the camere very close to the subject and capture fine detail.
DSLR teleconverter
A teleconverter increases the focal length of an interchangeable lens, but it also reduces the effective aperture size, magnifies aberration created by the main lens and may interfere with autofocus.