David,
For my crop sensor camera I already own a wide angle lens, a zoom lens, the kit lens, and the nifty fifty prime lens.
I’ve also invested in reflectors, a light meter, two floor lamps, a white balance card, gels, etc.
My favorite lens to use is the “nifty fifty” prime lens.
Canon was my first SLR camera. I owned a Canon that used film (mostly shooting black and white photography) before moving on to my current digital Canon. I will be shooting black and white and color evenly now. I love Canon and am loyal to the brand.
I’ve complete several courses in product and studio photography so I’m pretty well versed in what is needed
in terms of lighting and other elements.
I intend to mostly photograph objects that aren’t moving and I will be using natural light. No flash.
What I intend to photograph: flowers, vintage items, vases, pottery, etc.
I know that some photographers use Lensbaby to photograph flowers but I’d rather invest in a full frame
camera and a good standard lens.