Here is a very short review of some essential accessories I have purchased for the Canon SX40 Camera. Been very happy with all of them, and if you shop right, and use Amazon, you’ll save big $ $ $ ! Here are the links to the following accessories… Neewer External Flash TT520————.00 www.amazon.com 75″ Tripod———– www.amazon.com WIDE ANGLE LENS———-.00 www.amazon.com Lens 58MM adapter—— (this size is perfect for the SX30is and SX40HS) www.amazon.com Hi Capacity 1200Mah Lithium Battery Replacement — www.amazon.com Case, a little expensive, but def worth the money—- .00 www.amazon.com Filters (58MM adapter) .—- .00 www.amazon.com