Curious on what to buy? I was once in your shoes in search of what to buy I nearly reviewed and investigated many items when it comes down to photography. Along my journey I own, have owned, reviewed or used the items referenced in this post. Time after time, I get asked for recommendations and suggestions on what gear to buy, so I hope this hits the spot for some of you. As a disclaimer I am far from an expert and I am not super "techy", although I may not know all of the specifications of each product, what I can attribute is that they work incredibly well.
Personally, I love the Canon DSLR and Elinchrom system, but I am not at all bias to any particular brand I use what is comfortable and what works for me. I will suggest staying away from buying photography gear that states "Bundle Package" only invest in them if you seek the help of a professional or if you are fully knowledgeable on all of the products listed in its description. The majority of the times they throw in all these really cheap items that you will almost never use or will eventually end up replacing. I want you all to make the best investment you possibly can. Spending the money right the first time around will prevent you from spending it later, so do not be afraid to make the investment. If you are in the market of purchasing any type of gear, here are a few of my recommendations. These items address my over all things to look for when buying gear. These are the 3 essential elements for me when making my investment!!!!
Affordable- It must be in my budget otherwise I wouldn't be able to afford it! Quality, has to be the best in its class for the price point. How Much are you willing to invest?
Durability- The life and longevity is highly important because this determines how long you are able to hold onto your gear. Aside from some minor things most of my gear has lasted for 5 years plus. Can your gear take a licking and keep on ticking?
Portability- For me, this is highly essential because I love to shoot on location and I want to be light and nimble as possible. I had my days where I would lug all this crazy gear and let me tell you it wasn't fun. Yeah having a ton of gear on a location looks awesome but it can become a hassle when it is time to put it all away. Do you prefer a light travel or a heavy one?
Please note this is not the end all be all list, it is simply what I would recommend to people seeking to purchase or upgrade their gear. If you guys out there have any personal recommendations that you feel people can benefit from please email them to me so that I could add them to the list, Lorenzopphotography@gmail.com!!!!
CAMERA/CANON
FullFrame
5DSR $3,700
5DMKIV $3,400
5DMKIII $2,500
5DMKII $2,000-$950Used
6D $1400
CropSensor
7DMKII $1,700
80D $1,600
70D $950
LENSES
Zoom
Canon 70-200mmIS F/2.8 USMII $2,100
Canon 70-200mmIS F/2.8 USMI $1350
Canon 70-300mm $639
Canon 24-70mm2.8 USMII $1,900
Canon 24-70mm F/2.8 EF-L $1,000
Canon 24-105mm $1,000
SIgma 24-105mm F/4 Art DG OS HSM $900
Canon 28-135mm $380
Prime
Canon 135mm EF F/2L $1,000
Rokinon 135mm F2.0 ED UMC $550
Canon 85mm F/1.2 II USM $2,000
Canon 85mm F/1.8 $350
Rokinon 85 F/1.4 $270
Canon 50mm F/1.2L $1,500
Sigma 50mm F/1.4Art $950
Canon 50mm F/1.4 $330
Canon 50mm F/1.8 II $125
Sigma 35mm F/1.4Art DG HSM
Sigma 24mm F/1.4Art DG HSM $700
LIGHTING/STROBES
Elinchrom BRX 500 $695
Einstein E640 $499
Elinchrom D-Lite RX 4 $407
Neewer 600w Dual Power AC/DC $330
AlienBees B800 $280
AlienBees B400 $225
Fotodiox Pro M400A $200
SPEEDLITES/STROBES
Canon 600EX-RT $500
Canon 430EX II Price Varies
Yongnuo YN568 EX II $104
Yongnuo YN560 III $66
TRIGGERS
PocketWizard Pluss III Transceiver (2) $289
Yongnuo YN622C ETTL Transceiver (2) $79
Yongnuo RF-603 II Transceiver (2) $32
LIGHT MODIFIERS
Fotodiox
28" Beauty Dish white interior+Grid $172 Without Grid $108
22" Beauty Dish white interior $90
Circular Umbrella style
EZ-Pro Octa 5' $97
EZ- Pro Octa 36in $82
Pro Parabolic Umbrella 16-rib 72in White interior $80
Neewer 43in 5 in 1 Collapsible Disk Reflector $18
Rectangular
WestScott 2334 28in Medium Apollo $136
EZ-Pro Strip Box 12x56in $87
EZ-Pro Softbox 32x48in $82
LIGHT STANDS
Heavy Duty
Avenger C-Stand A2033LKIT $225
Matthews 40" C-Stand $206
Kupo 40" C-Stand Turtle Base Kit $200
CowBoyStudio C-Stand $152
Linco Deluxe Heavy Duty Boom Stand $78
PBL Pro Heavy Duty SC Stand 10' set of 2 $72
Linco Pro Heavy Duty 8' set of 2 with Carrying Case $61
TRIPODS
Gitzo G2220 Explorer 3 $350
Manfrotto MK190XPro3-BH3+ Q90 Ballhead $300
Vanguard Abeo Plus 323AB + BBH-200 Ballhead $297
Manfrotto MT055Pro3 055 $240
Mactrem Q666C Carbon Fiber Tripod+Monopod+Ballhead $160
Vanguard Alta Pro 263AT $150
Koolehaoda B-Q666c Carbon Firber Tripod+Monopod+Ballhead $149
Sirui T005KX 52in+C10x Ballhead $136
Neewer Carbon Fiber Lightweight Portable 66in+Ballhead $99
Induro Alloy 8M AT-013 $96
BALL HEADS
Full Size
Really Right Stuff BH55 $550
Acra-Swiss Mono Ball Z1 SP $389
Manfrotto MH0550-Q2 055 $200
Sirui K-40x 54mm $165
Medium/Small
Sirui K20x 38mm $129
Sirui K10x 33mm $118
Giottos MH1000-652 $95
Manfrotto 496RC2 $90
Fancierstudio 6664H $39
Xcsource BH $36
Tablets
Wacom Intuos Pro Medium $350
Wacom Intuos5 Medium $350
Wacom Intuos4 Medium $225
Wacome Intuos Pen&Touch Medium CTH680 $200
Huion H610Pro $77
MonoPrice MP1060 HA60 $56
Camera Bags
Check out camera bags from the following companies
Case Logic
Kata
Pelican
Tamrac
Think Tank
