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I just bought a Sony a6000 and wanted to get some recs on where to go from here as far as what sd card should I buy, mic, tripod, camera case holder? I plan on using it for an upcoming convention so just want to get a good layout of what I need. I'll be using it mostly for photos at the conventions but I will be attempting a few videos. After that I plan on using it pretty balanced between photos and videos.

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I know that sending you somewhere else might be only slightly more useful than saying google is your friend,  but you really might find this page useful: Guide to Sony a6000, a6300, a6400, a6500 Camera Accessories.

Whilst I am using 128Gb card in my a6500, I was under the impression that the a6000 only supported up to 64. Speed will depend on what sort of video you want to make.

I like the Peak Design strap, because the anchor system makes it so easy to swap wrist strap and shoulder strap.

I went overboard with accessories for my a6000, the first "real camera" I'd had for years. Duh... two tripods and a monopod? ?. But my favourite accessories are...

1. The Tenba DNA8 that holds my camera and three primes (biggest is 85mm). Very snug, but it fits, and it is a nice small bag to carry.

2. Cheap extension tubes. But not too cheap: should have electrical contacts. I rarely use them, but often enough to make it $30 well spent.

For event photography, I think you are going to have to invest in spare batteries and out-of-camera charger first thing.

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