Indispensable little accessories

I've had a LensPen since 1989 and it seems to be still working fine, they say it won't dry out and I believe them!

This 2-in-one lens cleaning system features a high-quality, soft, retractable lens brush and self-replenishing flexible tip that won't scratch or damage lenses. The remarkable cleaning compound removes fingerprints, smudges and grease marks with no spilling and it won't dry out. Safe for all lenses, including multi-coated surfaces. Use with camera lenses, binoculars, camcorders, etc. Environmentally friendly, non-toxic.

- blower, the bulb

- pentax lens cloth ... I have four of them, one at work, one in my glasses case, two for my camera (one for lenses, the other for 'dirt' on lenses)

- flannel (wash cloth) ... easy fit in back pocket, good for wiping the sweat off your head in this heat.

- plastic bag ... great for sitting or kneeing in the wet or rain

This tool is too expensive, should not be considered as little accessories ^_^

I have a "new" favorite accessory. For anyone using a tele with a tripod collar, look at "The Pod" im yellow. I've had the original red pod for several years and it works great on a camera body but just too large for a lens. the company added the yellow for p&s cameras, it's half the size and fits perfectly on the tripod cloor of my 300/4. I can grip it in my hand for hand held shots, or balance the lens on a convenient fence post for a VERY stable stand. $15 US!

There is also a blue version, same price and size as the yellow, but with an off-set connector for those whose tripod collars are real close to the camera body. Check it out at: www.thepod.ca

Jimbo, you're welcome! It's always a nice feeling when you can suggest something that clicks with someone else.

BobJanesSE2 wrote: Tell you what I'd like to find - a plastic case for spare batteries - I don't know what I did with the keeper that came with my original battery, but both the other batteries I have (Uniross and 7-day shop generic) came without one. Until I find something, I've ended up buying a medium size pill box from Muji - this is about the right size but too shallow - however if you cut the lid off you can secure a battery into it with an elastic band and it keeps the battery contacts away from anything else. Bob

I put my batteries in plastic coin bags that banks hand out. Then I can carry them in my bag or pockets without worries about the contacts touching anything. On cold days they go in an inside pocket to keep them warm.

Microfibre towel - for me and the camera!
Blower brush
Foil cover from powdered milk (macro reflector!)
2 pentax slave flashes (guess the exposure).