Buy new: $1,129.95
What a great camera! Don't listen to the naysayers - the kit lens is also very nice. You will not be disappointed straight out of the box.
Buy new:
$55.00
/ Used from:
$62.44
I've found that 4GB is the sweet-spot with this camera (price/performance). I take all photos in "L+RAW". I can a LOT of images on one 4GB card. I LOVE the Extreme III system from Sandisk. Pair this card with the Extreme USB reader, and dump 4GB of data to your computer in under 5 minutes.
Buy new: $26.99
To read your Sandisk Extreme Compact Flash and SD cards. It reall is worth the extra cash if you run Extreme or Ultra series cards.
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Double the battery life, ability to hold for vertical pictures (with all button access), adds weight (balances the camera better). You'll be needing the extra battery life if you are using IS lenses.
Buy new:
$78.90
/ Used from:
$77.77
Though not rated for a dSLR, this is a very handy tripod to have. I keep it in my vehicle at all times (it's very small when folded). In those times when I need some stabilization but don't want to carry a full-size tripod with me, this little guy does the trick. I never use it fully extended with the 40D though (it is not sturdy enough, i don't feel safe)
Buy new: $14.95
A MUST for low-light shooting. No need to go with the Canon brand unless you want the high-end timer version. This little fella does what it needs to and serves its purpose well.
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/ Used from:
$88.00
A great bag to carry all your gear. Protected with padding and an All Weather cover. Comfortable, even fully loaded. Quick access to your camera without having to take the back off. It also looks more like a backpack than a camera bag, and with no "CANON" label on it, it makes you less of a target then other bags.
Buy new:
$325.00
/ Used from:
$320.00
Every Canon owner needs to have the "nifty fifty". Tack sharp focus, full time auto and manual focus (no switch needed). Not to mention, it is "L" series quality images at under $300. Great for portraits, landscapes, and macro work (with the extenders).
Buy new: $169.00
Attach to any Canon lens and body to give it better (closer) Macro capabilities. At a fraction of the cost of getting a Macro-only lens. Also a fraction of the weight.
Buy new:
$492.71
/ Used from:
$917.10
The best bang for the buck in ultra wide angles. For $300 more you could get the Canon 10-22mm, but the Sigma has sharper images and less distortion (according to many reviews/samples).
Buy new:
$390.00
/ Used from:
$369.99
Don't bother with the other flashes. You'll end up spending more to upgrade later, once you realize that the cheaper ones don't give you enough light or enough options.
Buy new: $125.00
Quick and solid, this is the best dSLR tripod head I've found. Very versatile with superb construction and the Bogen-Manfrotto warranty.
Buy new: $175.00
Pair this with the 322RC2 head to get a great tripod for you 40D. It is a little on the heavy side, but not too bad. If you need light, go with the Gitzo legs that are just like these but only about 1lb and around $600.
Buy new: $1,574.00
The best bang for the buck zoom available. This is the touted "L" series lens from canon - with superb sharpness at all settings. The f2.8 throughout the zoom range makes it worth the money hands down.
Buy new: $295.21
Paired with the 70-200mm, you have a "L" zoom lens up to 400mm for under $2000 !
