Here is a list of gift ideas that photographers ACTUALLY want. This list is curated by me, a professional photographer! I’ve included items with a broad price range, so there is something for everyone’s budget! I’ve included links for all of these products which can be found on Amazon, so if you order soon you can get them just in time for Christmas!
1. Disposable Camera $14.99
Bring on the nostalgia! A disposable camera is a fun way for for photographers to rediscover(or discover) an old way of doing something they already love!
2. SD Card $29.99
Any photographer will love you for this one! They come with different amounts of storage and writing speeds. This one has SO MUCH storage! Enough to shoot an entire wedding! You can find cheaper cards, but the quality goes down with the price. This one is normally $45, but is currently on sale.
3. Macro Extension Tube $39.95
This is an extension you can add onto your lens that will turn it into a macro lens! This opens up a new realm of photography for them! A macro lens makes it so you can take super up-close pictures, and they are EXPENSIVE! This is a way to give them that new lens excitement without all of the cost! Make sure you know what brand of camera they use.
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4. Polaroid Bundle $139.95
This bundle includes everything you’ll need for some polaroid magic! And lets face it, there’s nothing like the instant gratification of having the image you just took appear in your hands.(You remember. I know you do.) This camera comes in a variety of colors.
6. Remote Shutter Release $59.95
Every photographer struggles with self portraits and this can really help! It allows them to snap the picture instantly without being behind the camera or setting a self-timer. And let’s face it, with COVID meaning a lack of subjects many photographers have turned to self portraits to keep their sanity. Make sure you know what brand of camera they use.
7. Personalized Keychain $12.99
I think this is a cute gift for anyone, not just photographer!
8. Adobe Subscription $119.88
If they are newer to photography and don’t already have a subscription this is a game changer! Give them a subscription to the 2 the most popular editing softwares out there! This is what the pros use and if you get this for them you will be giving them a huge leg up!
9. Film Roll $48.79
For the film photographer! Full disclosure, I haven’t personally used this specific type of film, but I have heard a lot of good reviews and it’ll definitely be my next film purchase!
10. Tote Bag $16.90
Who doesn’t need a tote? I’m not going to sit here and tell you how useful a bag is.
11. SD Card Case $8.99
I love this sd card case! It holds multiple cards and all kinds from Micro SD and SD, to CF cards, so you can’t go wrong! It’s durable and also stylish! Available in an array of colors.
12. Batteries $18.98
So much of photography equipment require batteries! This will be super helpful, specially for wedding photographers who use speedlights! I ordered this for myself and it felt so good holding this big box of batteries when it came in the mail.
13. External Hard drive $62.99
Photographers are notorious for needing more space to store their photos! The more storage the better because they likely keep running out of space and buying more hard drives, so its nice to consolidate when possible!
15. Dual Camera Harness $89.25
Perfect for wedding photographers or any photographer who needs to carry 2 cameras! This is the one I personally have my eyes on. I love the vintage leather design!
16. Mavic Pro 2 Drone $1599
Drones are the newest and greatest thing the photography scene! It offers photographers the opportunity to see and photograph things in high quality from a perspective they’ve never had access to before.
What Not To Buy A Photographer
Camera Lens Mug
On behalf of photographers everywhere… Don’t, Just don’t…
Unless, you want to give them a heart attack by leaving it in the sink. In that case, here’s the link 😉