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Photography - Preparation for an Event

Before I go onto an photographic journey, whether on purpose or part of a bigger event; I ask myself what theme do I want to focus on. A DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) is different from a PnS (Point and Shoot) compact. Whoever decides to use a DSLR does not stop with its kit lens (offered by the vendor) but will purchase many more lenses to suit the occasion and accessories. One is likely to purchase an UWA (Ultra Wide Angle); zoom (eg 70 - 300 mm), and perhaps even a macro. Accessories like tripod, monopod, flash, filters are common tools and they all are fighting for "space" in the camera bag; yet another accessory. Since the last entry, I have now gotten into the habit of preparing my bag for any trip. My favorite lenses are my Pentax 100mm f2.8 WR, F 300mm f4.5, 40mm f2.8 limited and of course a kit lens 18-55mm. I have a couple of other zoom, alongside with my UWA, Sigma 10-20mm. I am lazy when it comes to tripod and monopod, but at times you just have to have them fo