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Canon Deluxe Photo Backpack 200EG for Canon EOS SLR Cameras Black with Green Accent

Made of rugged nylon Canon Deluxe Backpack 200EG holds up to 2 camera bodies, 4 lenses, plus accessories. Due to its lightweight construction it features a well-arranged divider system for a secure storage and an easy access, padded shoulder straps and a comfortable back padding. Add to this tripod carrying straps and a front webbing ideal for lashing light jacket, sweater, etc.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Prettu much as advertised
Backpack is pretty well designed and wears nicely. Only problem I have with it is the area in which we carry the Canon Mark II and Canon 28-300 IS Lens. The camera area could be a little deeper and better padded. Plenty of room for extra lenses, filters converters, etc. Overall, worth the money.

3 Stars Tough but NOT really tough camera bag
Tough but not really tough enough for camera bag pack because mine is already broken I used it only for 6 months may be,, I carry a lot of tools like my METZ CT 60 power pack flash beside my camera and one more fill in flash. Now it stay chillin’ in my bed room.

3 Stars Great but oversized carryall…
**Brand new needing to re-sell** I bought this as a gift for my mother because she is acquiring a lot of camera equipment and currently has a bag that can’t hold everything. I thought this would be perfect. It would hold everything in it’s place and she could wear it instead of carry it. It turns out the bag was huge! It definintely could hold everything, but didn’t leave much in the way of style. She hasn’t used it and I will probably try to re-sell it since the 30 day return period is up. My mom is a small woman who is still in the beginning stages of photography, so it would be great for someone who wouldn’t mind it’s bulkiness or a more experienced photographer that would appreciate all it’s uses more often. I guess I was thinking that it would be somewhere between a camera bag and backpack in size. I cannot comment on comfort, sturdiness or design because my mom hasn’t used it. It was just the wrong thing to buy for her…but it might be the right thing for you.

5 Stars cool backpack
This backpack is so cool. It holds everything in special compartments that you can change the size of. I really like this option. I can fit my cameras,lens, battery chargers, batteries, etc. all in different compartments for easy access. Extra zipper pouches make great storage too! I would definitely recommend this backpack/camera case to a friend.

5 Stars has additional room for more
The real test of this product is how well it will stand up over time with normal use. I’ve owned it for several weeks so it is too early to tell. Judging from the stitching, zippers and materials, it looks like it may stay together for a long time. It holds my Rebel SLR, Canon 70-200 telephoto, 55-250, 18-55, 50 prime, flash unit, charger, batteries, cables, cleaning kit and many other small items and still there is room for another SLR body or additional lens. Lots of zippered pockets. I am pleased with this purchase.

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Opteka Remote Control Cord for Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT XTi XSi and ELAN SLR Cameras

Opteka Remote Control Cord for Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT, XTi, XSi, & ELAN SLR Cameras; Allows the camera to be released from a distance of up to 36 inches

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5 Stars Simple and easy to use
I have had this for more than 1 year. It helps me to take quality pictures of moving objects.

5 Stars WORKS AS ADVERTISED
Used the remote to trigger my Canon SXI Rebel while on a tri pod. It works well with no problems. Use it when taking night shots where you have to have a low shutter speed.

5 Stars Gets the job done, great value
There is nothing particularly exceptional about this product (or any remote for that matter), but it gets 5 stars because it does its job and the price is unbeatable. This remote works with my XSi and I’m glad I went with this over a pricey Canon brand remote or the DIY option.

5 Stars Great Product.
Great product, no troubles at all, feels great. Delivery way before due date, so i was very surprised to recieve the package that early. No complaints here as i knew the cord was short… This device is just for not shaking your camera by pressing the shutter release, not for “long” self-shoots. It also locks, so great for “Bulb” shots. Works great with night and astro photography and whatever other app that requires rock-solid stability.

1 Star Waste of money in the long run
I bought this remote for my Canon XSi in December 08. By June 09 it was in the trash since it no longer worked. In that interim of about 6.5 months, I hardly used the thing. When I pulled it out to take some long exposures of waterfalls while on vacation the remote didn’t work at all. Push the button and nothing. So when it came to when I really needed it, it didn’t work. Absolute junk!

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Canon EF 75 300mm f 4 5 6 III USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

This compact and lightweight EF 75-300mm telephoto zoom lens is ideal for shooting sports, portraits, and wildlife. The lens is distinguished by a newly developed micro ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that makes autofocusing quicker and quieter, along with an improved zoom mechanism that includes a silver ring on the front for a luxurious touch. The micro USM makes this version of the lens particularly suitable for applications that require a fast autofocus, such as sporting events or wildlife shoots. Best of all, the USM version shares many of the same features that makes the non-USM lens so popular, such as a compact size, a close focusing range, and accessory compatibility. As with all Canon lenses, this unit carries a one-year warranty.

• Focal length: 75-300mm
• Maximum aperture: 1:4.5-5.6
• Lens construction: 13 elements in 9 groups
• Diagonal angle of view: 32 degrees (at 11 feet) to 8 degrees (at 15 feet)
• Focus adjustment: Front group rotating extension system with USM
• Closest focusing distance: 4.9 feet
• Zoom system: Rotating type
• Filter size: 58mm
• Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter, 4.8 inches long
• Weight: 16.8 ounces

User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars One word: unpredictable
Looking for lenses for my Canon Rebel XS, it was hard to find any within my price range, let alone under $200. I came across the Canon EF 75-300mm III USM telephoto zoom lens for a reasonable price, and pulled the triggered and bought one.

If I had to sum up my experience with this lens, I’d use one word: unpredictable. This is not a bad lens, because it takes many great pictures. Conversely, this is not a good lens, because it takes many bad pictures. I’ll elaborate below:

PRICE

This is a really good price for an additional lens. Yes, it may seem expensive, but when you compare to other lenses on the market, it’s pretty reasonable. If you’re on a very tight budget and are looking for a telephoto zoom lens, this is great

AUTO-FOCUS

This I felt was at times very slow, which was very frustrating. Assuming you’re buying a telephoto lens for capturing fast movement – say, a bird in the distance, or a sporting event – this can be very frustrating. A lot of my photos from a recent family trip to Aruba were ruined because either (a) I couldn’t capture the moment, (b) I captured the moment, but out of focus. I cannot emphasize how frustrating this is!

MANUAL FOCUS

As a natural extension of my previous point regarding auto-focus, I found myself using manual focus a lot. I have taken some amazing pictures on manual focus, but this can be inconvenient, say you’re shooting something that is moving, etc.

RELIABILITY

If you’re looking for a reliable lens that time and time again produces nothing but very sharp, in-focus pictures, this is not your best bet. If, on the other hand, you’re a beginner, just learning to play with your DSLR, and want a telephoto lens to practice with, go for this. If you can afford to upgrade to a better lens, however, I’d suggest you do that.

4 Stars pretty good for the money
i didnt expect it to be as good as its higher end model wich i think is like almost double in price. but it works amazing. has a good range of zoom. focuses quickly. only thing is if your looking to shoot anything in very low lighting, it wont come out too good even with your highest ISO setting. but overall it gets the job done.

1 Star Diamond in the rough.
Lens is made of plastic instead of metal, so the operation is rough and sticky, instead of smooth and free.

It does take a good picture once you get it adjusted tho.

5 Stars A very good telephoto lens with great price!!!
This is a great telephoto lens with very quick and accurate focusing. I am using it with my Canon XTi 15.1Mpixels and I got great photos out of them! At high zoom you get less light going inside the lens but when you have to choose between 100 – 3200 ISO this is not a problem! Overall a good lens whit good capabilities.

4 Stars Good lens but not what I needed
This is a good lens but, with the built-in zoom on my camera, I didn’t really need it. It may just be that I need more experience with cameras and lenses before going for something like this.

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Canon Speedlite 430EX II Flash for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

Bringing a new level of versatility and capability to flash photography, the Speedlite 430EX II features a powerful flash (guide number of 141 ft./43m at ISO 100) with a fast recycling time in a compact, durable body. A one-touch quick-lock mechanism makes it easy to attach or detach the 430EX II from the camera and a metal foot has been added for strength and durability. Flash controls can now be set through the camera’s LCD screen on compatible EOS Digital SLR cameras. The Speedlite 430EX II is also quieter, recycle time is 20 percent faster (as compared to the 430EX) and since it is compatible with Canon’s wireless E-TTL, it can be used as an affordable “slave unit.”

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars best single improvement for indoor shots
I had high expectations for a $250 flash, and was not disappointed. We primarily bought it because the built-in flash for my XTi wasn’t recycling fast enough; after 5-10 shots it was too slow to be useful. This EX430 is *fast*, tho; faster than the camera in “auto” mode.

My wife is the primary user, and in “full auto” mode it is a fantastic addition to the camera. I recommend the $10 diffuser, but even without the flash does great with the bounce.

5 Stars This changed my life.
Honestly, the quality of this product is amazing. It’s really not so much the seller experience i had as it is the actual product that is so amazing, tho the seller was extremely easy to go thru, they shipped quickly, and I received the product in the mail right on schedule with when they told me it would be here.

5 Stars exactly as expected
the 430 ex II is much better than the previous version. Just what I needed!

5 Stars So easy and fast recycle time
I just put in bateries, connected it to my 50D, turned it on and began shooting. It was great! Also the bateries lasted me through an entire wedding reception and a birthday party. Love this and would recommend it to anyone looking for a great flash!

5 Stars Great flash…
It’s an awesome flash but goes through batteries pretty quick… Then again, a lot of flashes generally go through batteries quickly. Great product nonetheless!

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Opteka RC 4 Wireless Remote Control for Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT XTi XSi T1i and 5D Mark II Digital SLR Cameras Canon RC 1 Replacement

The new Opteka RC-4 remote control makes taking group photos easy by allowing you to take pictures away from the camera. The RC-4 allows the selection of either a 2-second shutter delay or instant shutter release. The RC-4 is completely dedicated to the Canon EOS Digital Rebel, XT, XTi, XSi, Elan 7ne, 7n, 7e, T2, K2, 300D, 350D, 400D, 450D, 500D, & 5D Mark II

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Best thing I’ve bought for $10 in a long time
It does what I was hoping it would do. Range is about 15-18 feet. What more do you want for ten bucks?

2 Stars Good if used on very short distance.
I used it while I was camping. I didn’t have any problem to set it up but i was surprised about how short the distance between the remote and the camera must be to be able to control the shot. And you must be just in front so It took me some acrobatics movement to be able to take some shoots during our fire-camp. Other than that it’s a great little remote, very light but just not what i need.

5 Stars Works great, awesome price
This wireless remote works great. Some people complain about the distance, but the technical details clearly states up to 16ft working distance, which is plenty for my needs. I love this wireless remote and the fact that I am finally in some of my own pictures. I look forward to doing self-portraits. Definitely worth getting.

5 Stars Opteka Remote for my CANON XSI
This remote is amazing, and it’s easy to set your camera up to use it. I love it… Been taking family photos like Crazy…. And it was a great price, and fast shipping.. What more could I ask for…

5 Stars Not as small as the Canon branded remote, but works just as well for less $
The remote works just fine, range as expected. Only downside to choosing this remote over the canon branded one is that the canon one is a lot smaller and will attach to your neck strap. I gave it 5 stars because it is 1/3-1/2 the price of the canon remote.

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