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Spare memory cards
Often I see photographers who, storage wise, rely on one extreme capacity memory card. It’s wrong for one simple reason: what do you do if it fails you in the middle of a shoot or a wedding? It’s true that this problem has found a solution in dual card slots, often both SD and CF, but considering the fact that memory cards aren’t actually gigantic, I believe every photo bag should have at least 2 or 3 spares.
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A 50mm lens
No photography kit will ever be complete without the trusty, old 50mm lens. It doesn’t have to be the f1.0 version. The $100, f1.8 piece of plastic should do it. Of course, it you want something special for your bag, consider getting a manual 50mm lens. They have fewer chances of breaking down and work better for video.
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A circular polarizer
No, you don’t necessarily have to be a landscape photographer to own one of these. They can do a good job in other types of photography too. You never know when you might stumble onto an unwanted reflection that even the most advance d Photoshop skills can eliminate. Invest in a quality polarizer and don’t forget about it after you buy it.
You really don’t want to need one in the field and not have it, especially if your glass was a significant investment. You can find them in a lot of places so you can’t even blame your own laziness for not having a pack.
This is another item to help counter unpredicted elements, such as rain. Protecting your gear, no matter how much it costs, should be among your top priorities. It’s also a good idea to invest in a bag that has a rain cover of its own.
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Extra batteries
You should have a good battery supply for both your camera and your flash unit. The reasons are obvious.
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