The big question from many people starting out in photography is, “What gear do I need to make great images?”  The answers to this question seem to fall into two camps.  Camp #1 says that you need the latest greatest gear that includes all the bells and whistles so that you can compete in this quickly changing world of digital media.  Camp #2 says... your gear is a tool that helps you reach your goal.  Define your goal and then buy only the gear that actually contributes to reaching that goal.