Sorry to sound like an idiot amateur people but i need some help purchasing this camera. I found a great deal for the camera on an online store, but when time came to purchase it the salesman tried to sell me an extra $2000 worth of equipment saying that the camera would not work without it.

What does the camera come with brand new in box? And is that enough to start shooting right away?

Any help on this is greatly appreciated.

-George-

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