Nifty Fifty

Photography is really getting into my system now. Not that I’m becoming a good one since I never really practiced a lot. It’s the urge of getting more accessories, lenses, and what have you. I don’t even have time to get out taking more photos and here I want to come up with the gadgets that are pricey and are definitely unnecessary as of the moment.

If I have all the money in the world I would have splurged on. Life as it is, there are so many things we want that we can’t simply have anytime we want them. I simply love B&H because they have almost everything I want so don’t be surprise to see photos of their stock items here. LOL! I hope they don’t mind i or they’ll lose a customer. Hehehe!

The lightest EF lens of all at a mere 0.29 lb. Compact and high-performance, standard lens. Its Gaussian optics provide sharp delineation from near to far focusing distances. The color balance is excellent for a standard lens. $ 89.95

Canon Telephoto EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro Autofocus

I am looking into getting anew lens for my camera n which I can take a more focused type of photography which is the macro photography. The lens I wanted is not in stock though in the store I frequent a lot so I have some time to save for it. This Canon Telephoto EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro Autofocus at B&H is the one I’m eyeing on and it comes with a rebate so it’s a good deal.

The 100mm f/2.8 macro lens will focus over the full range from infinity down to life size (1:1 reproduction ratio). This lens will impress any serious photographer with its combination of versatility, image quality and superb handling. A high-performance ring type Ultrasonic Motor provides fast and silent AF throughout its focus range, and even more significantly, allows full-time manual focusing permitting the close-up or macro shooter to instantly override the AF whenever necessary.

Key Features

• Advanced optical formula with a three-group floating element system for exceptional close-up performance • Internal focusing means the lens length is constant • Secondary diaphragm to block stray light at f/2.8 & increase contrast when shooting in backlit conditions • Ultrasonic Motor provides outstanding AF speed at all focusing distances • Wide manual focusing ring with smooth action & fulltime manual focus override (even in AF mode) • Tripod collar available optionally

# Price: $ 490.00

# Instant Rebate: - $ 35.00

# Price after Rebate: $ 455.00

I Should Have

I know I should have bought my hubby a present for Father’s Day that is coming up really soon. I guess I’m just going to keep it simple by baking a cake for him. Nothing is sweeter than a present with personal touch. I have yet to find out what I could bake though as I only do it rarely and am not a savvy when it comes to baking at all. I should have bought him a gift basket perhaps. Oh well.

5 Million Dollar Home Crumpler

I previously posted on a camera bag. I just found a really cool one that I would love to get instead. This doesn’t scream “camera bag” at all which makes it really nice. They come in different colors and sizes, too. Now, I have to decide which size and colors I want to own. LOL! Anyway, I am talking about this Crumpler. I might just get the 5 Million Dollar Home size. Yeah, I know the name sounds just as cool as the style. $74.50

GbyGuess on Sale

I’ve been eyeing on some new denims from Guess but I can’t pay full price as of the moment. I am definitely getting it online though for convenience. I know size 24 fits well for me and I can never go wrong with that. LOL! I know its summer and I should be getting shorts instead, but I can’t simply give up my jeans addiction. I have never outgrown it. Anyway, GbyGuess has this denim that is on sale if you are in need of a new one and does not want to pay full price of the latest arrivals. It’s always great to find a sale like these you know as long as you like the style. Find it out yourself now and check whether it’s available in your size.

Fran Straight

Dress up dark denim pant with a cute top. Zip fly and button detail. Two front patch pockets and two back patch pockets.

$54.50 Sale $39.00

Use Coupons on Purchase Online

When I shop online, I try to look for coupons that may apply to my purchase so as to save some bucks. It may not be very much but hey, that’s a smart thing to do in order to survive these days. Everything is getting so pricey and gas price keeps going up. If there are things as coupons to take advantage of discounts, then why not use them? I think that’s what most people should do instead of paying for the full price. Being keen enough in finding them is worth it. I usually go for the sale items and then look for coupons for additional savings.

Spice Cami at Guess

If you love to shop at GUESS, it’s that time once again to check out their spring sale. I found this top that is a must-have for summer. It comes in green and yellow and will definitely look good with a pair of jeans. But, too bad the only size available is large. I would have loved to get the green one. Other than that, I am browsing at the other women sale stuff at their site which is actually a fun thing to do especially during free hours.

Spice Cami A beautiful layering piece with all the sexy details. Adjustable spaghetti straps. V neckline is accented with sheer lace. Seaming details at bust for an underwire look. Long, tunic length. Low back. * 97% polyester, 3% spandex * Machine wash * Domestic and/or imported

Price: $36.99 Promo $22.19

Tory Burch Reva Ballerina Flat

I’ve been meaning to get another pair of ballet flat shoes for quite sometime now. I couldn’t find what I really wanted and finally stumbled on this Tory Burch Reva Ballerina Flat that is simply adorable. My, for the price I don’t think I would get it anytime soon. Perhaps, I have to wait until my birthday and ask my hubby dear to get them for me. It’s one good excuse to be asking for something that I really wanted. These flats come in 6 different colors and come in gold or silver logo. I would love to get the black leather in silver logo. Oh my, I can’t stop looking at those flats!

Price: $195 

Semi-hard Case for Canon Rebel

Since finding the interest in photography, I have been on the lookout of some accessories for my new camera. Adding some of them on my wish list is fun. One thing is for certain, I don’t know when this bug is going to end. I have no idea. Of course, as I love my new gadget I would also like to protect it from any scratches. It needs a case. That’s the next thing I will be getting besides another lens intended for some more photography style. I found out that there is a special semi-hard case for my XSi and it’s available in B&H. I’m glad I didn’t rush in getting one that I thought is for most EOS.

Canon EH19-L Semi-hard Case

* For EOS Rebel XSi with 18-55mm Lens
* Vinyl Eveready Case

Price: 59.95

My Canon EOS Rebel XSi

Recently, I have been eyeing on a DSLR as I have found a new hobby. Photography is one thing that I appreciate. Looking at the works of some aspiring amateur photographers and especially the works of the pro make me want to venture into something that I think I can do as well. I may not be aiming to become the most artistic in the field, but I just want this as a hobby. There are definitely a lot of choices out there when it comes to your first DSLR, and I tell you I was a bit confused which one best fit my personality. It took me some time of research and reading on forums and websites that have great information that greatly helped me choose my first gadget to boot.

Anyway, to make a long story short and after weeks of reading reviews I ended up with the Canon EOS Rebel XSi or the Canon 450D. It’s the latest in the entry-level category of DSLR in this brand and I think I made the right choice. The other competing brand Nikon D80 and the D60 were in my list of choices as well. I look forward to learning more about photography and would love to come up with nice photos. I got my camera at B&H and chose the Canon EOS XSi a.k.a 450D kit lens because of the IS which I think makes it more appealing than the Canon 400D aside from the live view and the bigger mega pixel. Other than that, the camera is definitely a must-have for beginners. See mine here.

Canon EOS Rebel XSi (a.k.a. 450D) SLR Digital Camera Kit (Black) with 18-55mm IS Lens

* 12.2-megapixel CMOS
* • 3.0-inch LCD Monitor
* • Live View Function
* • 3.5 fps Continuous Shooting
* • High Sensitivity (ISO 1600)
* • Picture Style Settings
* • Uses Canon EF & EF-S Lenses
* • Integrated Cleaning System
* • Includes Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS Lens

Price: $899.95