5 ESSENTIAL ADD-ONS
Some extra goodies to help you make the most of your new mirrorless camera
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BILLINGHAM HADLEY SMALL PRO $705, ebay.com.au
You’ve got the camera, maybe a set of lenses and accessories – now you need something to put it in. The classic stylings of a British-made Billingham bag has timeless appeal, and is highly durable to boot. Available in a range of colours, you’ll be able to fit lots of gear in the Hadley Small.
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LEXAR PROFESSIONAL 256GB SDXC UHS-II
$95, lexar.com
All of the cameras in this test accept SD cards. Go for a UHS-II card for the fastest speeds. Plenty are available, but for reliability, well-known brands give you peace of mind. This 256GB card will give you plenty of space for all your pictures and 4K videos.
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BENRO GOPLUS TRAVEL FGP18A+B0
$169, benroeu.com
If you’re serious about your snapping, but still want to keep it (relatively) light, then this tripod is a fantastic portable option. Not the smallest, but it also includes a built-in monopod for extra versatility.
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ADOBE CREATIVE CLOUD PHOTOGRAPHY PLAN
From $14.29/month, adobe.com Once you’ve taken all those fantastic photos, editing them is the next task. With a Creative Cloud subscription you’ll always have the latest industrystandard software to hand. 20GB of cloud storage is included, or you can pay extra for 1TB.
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MATIN NEOPRENE COMFORT STRAP $104.95, amazon.com.au
Want something more comfortable than the camera strap that comes bundled into the box? Try this strap with its thick and flexible neoprene neck pad. There are also quick-release clips that you can use to transform a neck strap into a hand strap.