This is the gear that I am currently using:
Canon 500D Rebel T1i
EOS Rebel T1i Highlights
New 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor
DIGIC 4 Image Processor
14-bit A/D Conversion
Full HD video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution
Live View Function for stills and video
Wide range ISO setting 100-3200
3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots/VGA) monitor
Auto Lighting Optimizer for superior highlight-shadow control
Creative Auto goes a step beyond auto allowing control
Compatible with over 60 Canon EF/EF-S lenses and most EOS System accessories
New 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor
DIGIC 4 Image Processor
14-bit A/D Conversion
Full HD video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution
Live View Function for stills and video
Wide range ISO setting 100-3200
3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots/VGA) monitor
Auto Lighting Optimizer for superior highlight-shadow control
Creative Auto goes a step beyond auto allowing control
Compatible with over 60 Canon EF/EF-S lenses and most EOS System accessories
Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 AF APO DG OS Lens
This Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM APO Lens is an ultra telephoto zoom lens ideal for nature, wildlife, or sports photography
Lens Construction - 21 Elements in 15 Groups
Angle of View 16.4 - 5 degrees
Number of Diaphragm Blades 9 Blades
Minimum Aperture F22
Minimum Focusing Distance 220cm/86.6 in.
Maximum Magnification 1:5.2
Filter Size Diameter 86mm
Filter Size Bayonet-type Hood
Dimensions Diameter 94.7mm X Length 252mm 3.7 in. X 9.9 in.
Weight 1910g / 67.4 oz.
Angle of View 16.4 - 5 degrees
Number of Diaphragm Blades 9 Blades
Minimum Aperture F22
Minimum Focusing Distance 220cm/86.6 in.
Maximum Magnification 1:5.2
Filter Size Diameter 86mm
Filter Size Bayonet-type Hood
Dimensions Diameter 94.7mm X Length 252mm 3.7 in. X 9.9 in.
Weight 1910g / 67.4 oz.
Canon Pro Battery Grip
Uses 6 AA or 2 lithium batteries
Infrared remote control
More comfortable on-line shutter
