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Nikon D700 Digital SLR Camera Body Only
1.  Nikon D700 Digital SLR Camera Body Only by Nikon
The list author says:
  "D700 is a solid piece of machinery and very easy to learn."
£1,687.11   Used & New from: £881.00
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Nikon 70 - 200 mm / F 2,8 G IF - ED VR Lens
2.  Nikon 70 - 200 mm / F 2,8 G IF - ED VR Lens by Nikon
The list author says:
  "The 70-200 is expensive as heck, but the resolution at 200mm is crystal clear. You might save money on those cheap, plastic 200mm lenses, but your pictures will just suck."
£1,689.99   Used & New from: £1,574.99
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Nikon 50mm F/1.4D Af Nikkor Lens
3.  Nikon 50mm F/1.4D Af Nikkor Lens by Nikon
The list author says:
  "For up-close portraits and low-light shots, there is no better lens."
£213.38   Used & New from: £171.97
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Nikon 14-24Mm F2.8G Af-S Ed Zoom Nikkor
4.  Nikon 14-24Mm F2.8G Af-S Ed Zoom Nikkor by Nikon
The list author says:
  "there is no lens filter that will fit it, leaving that expensive glass wide-open to fingers, dust and scratches. I have used it for landscape and architecture."
£1,298.95   Used & New from: £601.00
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Nikon MB-D10 Battery Grip for D300 & D700 DSLR Cameras
5.  Nikon MB-D10 Battery Grip for D300 & D700 DSLR Cameras by Nikon
The list author says:
  "There is no point in owning the D700 without the battery pack."
£275.00   Used & New from: £200.00
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review) | 1 customer discussion

Nikon EN EL4 - Camera battery Li-Ion 1900 mAh
6.  Nikon EN EL4 - Camera battery Li-Ion 1900 mAh by Nikon
The list author says:
  "Lasts all day, sometimes two, and only takes about thirty minutes to fully charge. Dreamy!"
£85.56   Used & New from: £79.61

Nikon MH-21
7.  Nikon MH-21 by Nikon
The list author says:
  "This is the charger you will need for the MB-D10. Nothing else will charge that battery."
£134.23

Nikon Bl-3 Battery Chamber Cover
8.  Nikon Bl-3 Battery Chamber Cover by Nikon
The list author says:
  "You NEED this part to use the MB-D10 battery grip.  So why does Nikon sell it separately, and for so much money?"
£32.21   Used & New from: £25.65
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

nikon neutral protective
9.  nikon neutral protective by Nikon
The list author says:
  "Protect that expensive Nikkor glass! Fits the 70-200mm."
£67.35   Used & New from: £59.95

Nikon 52Mm Filter Nc Neutral Colour
10.  Nikon 52Mm Filter Nc Neutral Colour by Nikon
The list author says:
  "I use filters for protection, not effects. Fits the 50mm."
£21.00   Used & New from: £16.50
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

Nikon AH-4 Handschlaufe [für alle Nikon SLRs]
11.  Nikon AH-4 Handschlaufe [für alle Nikon SLRs] by Nikon
The list author says:
  "I LOVE my hand strap. I think neck straps are so friggin stupid for so many reasons."
£67.31   Used & New from: £61.72

Nikon Sb-900 Speedlight Unit
12.  Nikon Sb-900 Speedlight Unit by Nikon
The list author says:
  "I love natural light.  Nonetheless, for client shots it’s a requisite, so I go with the top of the line."
Used & New from: £308.88
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

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Sanyo Eneloop Charger Inc 4 AA Batteries
13.  Sanyo Eneloop Charger Inc 4 AA Batteries by Sanyo
The list author says:
  "I used to work at Sanyo when I lived in Japan, and was responsible for writing and proofreading Eneloop cells label and packaging for this very product."
£13.99
3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)

Sandisk Extreme III Compact Flash Card, 16 GB
14.  Sandisk Extreme III Compact Flash Card, 16 GB by SanDisk
The list author says:
  "I have three of these in my camera bag, but one is enough to get me through the day, even when shooting in Jpeg + Raw format."
Used & New from: £70.00
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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LaCie Rugged 500GB All-Terrain Hard Disk, FW800 FW400 USB2.0
15.  LaCie Rugged 500GB All-Terrain Hard Disk, FW800 FW400 USB2.0 by LaCie
The list author says:
  "You will want at least 2 external hard-drives to store your images.  I carry one in my day pack, and leave one at the hotel."
£107.00   Used & New from: £80.00
3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews) | 2 customer discussions

Nikon MC-30 Remote Cord
16.  Nikon MC-30 Remote Cord by Nikon
The list author says:
  "A must-have for shooting on a tripod in low-light."
£32.00   Used & New from: £26.00
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

Manfrotto 7321YB M-Y Tripod with 3 Way Head
17.  Manfrotto 7321YB M-Y Tripod with 3 Way Head by Manfrotto
The list author says:
  "I am not an expert on tripods because I don’t like to use them unless I really have to."
Used & New from: £80.00
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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5 Star Air Duster Can HFC Free Compressed Gas Flammable 400ml (Pack of 4)
18.  5 Star Air Duster Can HFC Free Compressed Gas Flammable 400ml (Pack of 4) by 5 Star
The list author says:
  "The only problem with canned air is some airports won’t allow it - even on checked luggage. At Shanghai International I constantly have to deal with Chinese airport security officers."
£10.98
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (300 customer reviews)

AquaTech SS-200N Gray Sports Shield Rain Cover for many Canon and Nikon Lenses and Cameras
19.  AquaTech SS-200N Gray Sports Shield Rain Cover for many Canon and Nikon Lenses and Cameras by Aquatech
The list author says:
  "If you are traveling in countries with monsoon seasons (or insane water festivals like Holi), get this."
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Lowepro Slingshot 300 AW Photo Sling Bag For Pro Digital SLR & 3-4 Lenses - Black
20.  Lowepro Slingshot 300 AW Photo Sling Bag For Pro Digital SLR & 3-4 Lenses - Black by Lowepro
The list author says:
  "Love it because it holds EVERYTHING on this list, about 25lbs in total hanging on my back all day, every day."
Out of stock
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)

PacSafe 85 Secure Backpack & Bag Protector
21.  PacSafe 85 Secure Backpack & Bag Protector by Pacsafe
The list author says:
  "For anyone who has ever been on an Indian train or hotel room, you will understand why I use this."
Out of stock
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

 
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China: Portrait of a People
22.  China: Portrait of a People by Tom Carter
The list author says:
  "As I am a freelance photographer, your purchase of this book will help me stay on the road, plus it may motivate you to visit China. Thank you in advance for your support."
£13.59
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

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Last updated: 19/05/2010
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