Quote (Futurama @ Mon, Oct 13 2008, 10:42am)
uh it entirely depends on what he will use his camera for. you dont need a pro tripod to take good pics in fact what is more important is the camera itself and lenses. I mean if you have a good camera (I think XSI is more than good as your first DSLR) and a fast and sharp lens you dont really need a tripod most of the time. so i'd rather save those hundreds and buy either a better camera or good lenses... it's just sounds ridiculous to spend hundreds on unimportant accessories like straps and bags. no offense
Its extremely important, has saved my camera more then just a few times. For example when you're on the move following some sort of action and you trip... its sort of nice to have your camera padded xD