I mainly use a Canon EOS 600D which I've had for 5 years now. When I was searching for The Camera for me two things were important: 1. the best camera for the price I was willing and able to pay for it and 2. I wanted a camera I would be able to take with me everywhere without feeling weighed down.
I do still love my camera but I'm starting to feel a need for a more advanced camera to be able to take more photo jobs so I am once again in search of the perfect alternative for me.
Since last Summer I also have a tripod which I bought very cheap at a flea market. I had been thinking I should buy one but wasn't sure I would use it enough to justify the cost for it so finding one cheap was lucky. Turns out I don't use it as much as I thought I would because I like to travel light regardless the distance I travel. But I'm really happy to have it when I need it.