Ultimate Gift Guide for Photographers

What is the Best Gift to Buy a Photographer?

Are you wondering what to buy your favorite photographer? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve put together the Ultimate Gift Guide for photographers. It’s a mega guide list filled with gifts for photographers. Some are practical or technical, and others are just fun gifts. We cover everything from inexpensive stocking stuffers to the more expensive luxury gifts.

In our Ultimate Gift Guide for Photographers, you’ll find everything from lighting kits to drones, camera lens coffee mugs, photo printers for smartphones, and a whole bunch of other photography accessories.

Check out our Ultimate Gift Guide for Photographers for some ideas. It’s a list of gift ideas for photographers put together by a photographer! There is definitely something on this list for the photographer in your life. Whatever gift you choose, I’m sure they will love it! I know I would!

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Ultimate Gift Guide for Photographers

1. YOUKOYI Light Wand

Add some color and fun to your photography. This light wand comes with Carrying Bag, has 7 colors temperatures and 12 brightness modes. Paint words, shapes and more. Perfect for light painting and graffiti photography.

2. Lensball

Lensball is a great tool to add to your photography kit. It provides opportunities for endless creativity in your photos. Capture a 180-degree view of your surroundings with optical crystal sphere. It’s perfectly suited for any kind of camera, smartphone or professional high-end camera.

3. Joby Gorilla Tripod

Grip it, wrap it or stand it. This tripod is portable, flexible and fits in almost any bag or backpack. It’s light enough to carry everywhere and strong enough to hold everything from point & shoot cameras to professional DSLRs.

4. Canon SELPHY Photo Printer

Print on the go with this compact wireless printer. It’s like having a personal portable photo kiosk. Print from your camera’s memory card, or from Facebook and Instagram with the Canon print app. Prints 4×6’s and 2.1×2.1 squares. Use in photo booth mode to print out two strips of four images each. 

5. Fujifilm Instax Square SQ6 – Instant Film Camera 

The Fujifilm Instax Square is a perfect camera for photographers that want to be creative, have some fun and use instant photos to express themselves and their everyday moments on a square film format.

6. Flash drive for smartphones

Flash drives for phones are an affordable and practical gift for anyone that takes a lot of photos on their smartphones. It’s great for extra storage. They range from a few gigabytes up to a terabyte.

7. Polaroid Cube 

This tiny action camera shoots 6-megapixel still photos or up to 1440p video. It has built-in rechargeable batteries, video and photo stabilization, and convenient Wi-Fi connectivity. 

8. SD Card Holder

This rugged memory card carrying case is the perfect accessory to keep track of all your memory cards. It’s pocket size, waterproof, and airtight. It keeps your memory cards safe from dirt, scratches and water.

9. LaCie External Hard Drive

This rugged 4T external hard drive is an ultra-compact and portable. It’s built to last with all-terrain durability of drop, crush, and rain resistance. Perfect for throwing in a camera bag.

10. Nikon D850

The Nikon D850 offers an amazing blend of resolution, speed, performance and image quality. It’s a truly impressive camera, especially for those who prefer a DSLR to a mirrorless camera. It’s features include a 45.7-megapixel full-frame (FX-format) CMOS sensor, 9fps, ISO 64-25,600 standard; ISO 32-102,400 extended, 153-point autofocus, 4K 30p video recording, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

11. HyperDrive USB-C Dock

Slim and Compact 8-in-1 USB-C Multi-port Hub – Turns a single USB-C connection into 8 ports, includes an SD card reader, and Micro SD card reader.

12. DJI Phantom Drone

The Phantom 3 Professional carries a fully stabilized 3-axis 4k UHD video camera for smooth, crisp videos and still photos. It has a crystal-clear camera, real-time HD video display, and intuitive flight controls, shoots 4K video at up to 30 frames per second and captures 12 megapixel photos.

13. KODAK Mini Digital Film & Slide Scanner

All-in-One Device lets you scan, view, edit, convert and save old 135, 126, 110, Super 8 and monochrome negatives and slides; turn your old pictures into sharp, clear, detailed color or black & white JPEG Files & save to an SD card.

14. Photo-opoly

A different spin on the classic game of Monopoly. Customize the board with 22 of your favorite photos when you attach them to the board. Create a game for any occasion. Photo-opoly fills the board with your pictures, rather than locations.

15. Fuji X100F

The Fuji X100F is a wonderful camera. If you’re looking for a camera you can carry every day, this is it. It’s great for street, lifestyle, and environmental portraits. Some key features include a 24MP X-Trans CMOS sensor, 35mm equivalent F2 lens, joystick for setting AF point, customizable focus ring, digital teleconverter mode, and WiFi.

16. 5 – in 1 Reflector

5-in-1 Collapsible Multi Disc Light Reflector with bag. Silver – use for contrast and to increase highlights.
Gold – to achieve warm glowing skin tones.
Black – to block out unwanted light.
White – to produce neutral color temperature.
Translucent – for softer look without shadows in studio or outdoor photography.

17. F-Stop Photographer Analog Watch

A great photography-inspired watch any photographer will love. Measure time by aperture. Features a 33mm diameter face, genuine leather band, and Japanese quartz movement.

18. LED Flash Ring

This LED macro ring flash light is specially designed to use in very close distance shooting. Includes 4 color filters to allow you to set different color temperatures and 8 adapter rings.

19. Camera Lens Cufflinks

These zoom camera lens cufflinks are the perfect fashion accessory for any photographer. Adds a nice finishing touch to any outfit.

20. GoPro HERO 7 Black

The HERO7 Black is the most advanced GoPro ever. It has super smooth footage, smart-capture superpowers, it’s battle-tested and waterproof without a housing. You can now live stream with the GoPro app, and share your moments as you live them. Other features include 4K60 Video + 12MP Photos, TimeWarp Video and 8x Slo-Mo Video.

21. GoPro Filter Kit

ND Filters are the best choice for filming outdoors in cloudy to bright sunny lighting conditions. The filters eliminate washed out photos & video caused by bright sunlight. Use them if you ar looking for better contrast & richer color.

22. Camera Art Prints

This set of reinterpreted iconic manual camera patents artwork has a vintage look that would look great in a photographer’s office.

23. Gaffers Tape

A must have in any camera bag. It’s water resistant, non-reflective and will keep your gear and cables safe and intact.

24. SD Cards

Memory cards are something that you can never have enough of.

25. Holga 120N Plastic Camera

Using the Holga is an exercise in breaking free from dependence on technology, precision and controllability. The softness of the images, vignetting and random light leaks produce dream-like, one-of-a kind images. Make sure to grab some rolls of 120 Film. This is not a digital camera.

26. Lensbaby Sol 45

Lensbaby’s Sol 45 is an all metal bodied 45mm f/3.5 selective focus lens that creates a tack-sharp circular area of focus surrounded by blur and smooth bokeh. This is the perfect lens for photographers looking to add some creativity to their images.

27. Camera Trolley Case

When you need to store and transport a lot gear this case is perfect. You can fit cameras, lenses, tripods, light stands and other accessories. Roll the bag with the top handle, or carry it using the side handles.

28. White Balance Filter

Great for a photographer that changes their in-camera white balance frequently. It provides a quick and easy way to set precise custom white balance on your digital camera. The disc is easy to use, lightweight, and stores easily.

29. Rogue 3-in-1 Flash Grid

Use the Rogue Grid as a hair light, rim light, accent light, background light, or main light to create mood or drama. The compact and lightweight Rogue Grid includes a starter set of 3 colorful effects gels.

30. Sony a7R III Mirrorless Camera 16-35mm f/2.8-22 Wide Angle Zoom Lens

There’s a lot to like about the Sony a7R III. It’s one of the best pro full-frame mirrorless cameras on the market, it has incredible resolution, and an impressively high ISO image quality. Some of its key features include: 42MP BSI CMOS sensor, 10 fps, ISO 100-32000, 5-axis image stabilization, 4K video capabilities, Twin SD Card slots and metal frame.

31. Photo Lighting Kit 

This studio portrait lighting kit is easy to use and setup. The StudioFX 2400 Softbox Lighting Kit is a 3pc constant light softbox lighting system. It includes 2 softboxes and 1 overhead hairlight boom softbox. 

32. Collapsible Background

This background is compact and portable. It’s ideal for portrait photography or video. It sets up quickly and is reversible. Carry bag is included.

33. 6 IN 1 Phone Lens Kit

If you ever wished you had a different lens for you smartphone, this is the kit for you. The kits includes a telephoto zoom lens, wide angle lens, macro lens, fisheye lens, kaleidoscope lens, CPL filter lens, tripod, and bluetooth camera shutter.

34. MeFOTO Travel Tripod

The MeFOTO compact travel tripod is available in titanium, carbon fiber, or aluminum. It also converts into a full size monopod. Perfect for photographers on the go.

35. Leica Q-P Digital Camera

The Leica Q-P is a high-end full-frame compact with a 24MP CMOS sensor with no anti-aliasing filter. It features a 28mm F1.7 ASPH lens with aperture and manual focus rings, an ultra-high-res 3.68 million-dot electronic and a 3″ touchscreen LCD, 1080/60p video recording, 10 fps continuous shooting, ISO 100-50000, and built-in Wi-Fi that works with the FOTOS app.

36. LensPen

It’s a compact pen-shaped tool with a brush on one end and a microfiber cleaning tip on the other. Great gift for photographers.

37. Three Axis Bubble Level

Great for landscape and architectural photography, the level allows positioning of horizontal and vertical axis simultaneously, at the same time greater for panoramic photography and stitching photo. Ensures a level horizon on single frame shot.

38. Camera Dial Key Chain

This camera dial key chain is a unique gift for photographers.

39. Travel Cable Organizer Bag

Keep your cables, multiple USB drives and SD cards organized with this travel bag. It’s big enough for your portable hard drive too. 

40. Sony RX100

The Sony RX100 is a point-and shoot that features a 20.2 MP 1″ Exmor CMOS sensor, a 28-100mm Carl Zeiss/1.8 lens, 10fps, ISO 125 to 6400 control ring for easy access to aperture settings, creative style settings, face detection technology, intelligent scene recognition mode, and so much more.

41. Remote Control Camera Shutter

This bluetooth selfie remote control camera shutter is perfect for those times you want to jump into the shot. It’s small, portable, lightweight and has a 30 foot wireless range.

42. White Balance Card

White balance cards make achieving perfect white balance and color correction easy.  They are lightweight, small and fit easily into your camera bag or pocket.

43. Universal Travel Adaptor

This is a must have for international photographers. The Travel Adapter covers over 150 countries with US/EU/UK/AUS plugs and Powerful Dual USB Ports. Charge 3 Devices at the same time.

44. The Photographer’s Playbook

This book features photography assignments, as well as ideas, stories and anecdotes from many of the world’s most talented photographers and photography professionals.

45. Canon Power Shot G7 X Mark II 

The Canon Power Shot G7 Mark II is the ideal compact point-and-shoot for travel, events, or as a secondary camera,  Features include a large 1.0 inch, 20.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, 8 fps, 24-100mm lens, 3.0” LCD monitor tilts up 180° and down 45° and wifi.

46. Think Tank Photo SD Pixel Pocket Rocket Memory Card Case

This SD card wallet is compact and fits easily in a pocket. It holds 9 SD cards, and has a business card holder for ID.

47. Camera Infinity Scarf

This cute vintage camera infinity scarf is a great way for photographers to accessorize any outfit.

48. Time Lapse Tripod Head

The Movo MTP2000 is a portable turntable for creating time lapse videos or panoramic stills with GoPro, action camera, smart phones and cameras weighing less than 1 lb.

49. The 100 Photographs That Changed the World

This book features great moments in history captured in 100 photographs, recording some of history’s most iconic moments.

50. Fujifilm X-T30 Mirrorless Digital Camera

The Fuji X-T30 has the same 26MP sensor, processor and much of the feature set of the higher end Fuji X-T3 at a more reasonable price. You get a lot of bang for your buck with this camera. The X T-30 offers excellent image quality, 26MP sensor, oversampled 4K video, ISO 160-12800, multiple scene modes and more.

51. Camera Backpack

Keep your equipment safe and secure with this stylish, ergonomically designed backpack. There’s even enough storage for a 15″ laptop.

52. Retro Camera Pen Holder

This retro camera pen holder makes a great addition to a photographer’s office.

53. iPhone Flash Drive

Backup your camera roll with this 128GB iPhone flash drive. Plug it directly into your iPhone or iPad. It’s great for when you need to free up some space.

54. Camera Socks

These stylish camera socks are the perfect addition to any photographers wardrobe!

55. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

The EOS 5D Mark IV delivers high-resolution still and 4K video files with amazing clarity and detail. Features include a 30.4 Megapixel full-frame sensor with a 61-point AF system, ISO Range is 100-32000 Auto, 50-102400 Extended, burst shooting at 7fps, dual memory card slots, 3.2-inch touchscreen and more.

56. Camera Lens Coffee Mug

This travel coffee mug looks just like a 24-105mm camera lens. It even has a focus ring and grip. Coffee loving photographers will get a kick out of it.

57. Portable Battery Charger

Charge your device with this high speed portable battery charger any time you’re away from an outlet. There’s 4 USB ports, so you can charge multiple devices. It’s small enough to through in a backpack. It also has a built in flashlight just in case you need one!

58. iPhone Camera Case

This phone case is adorable! It looks just like a real camera, and protects your iphone as well.

59. Rocket Air Blaster 

Use your Rocket Air Blaster to easily remove dust and debri from your cameras, lenses and filters with a powerful blast of air. It’s made of rubber and has a one-way valve to prevent Blaster from breathing in dust and spreading it back to your equipment.

60. Nikon Z6

If you are looking to upgrade from a crop-sensor camera, the Nikon Z6 is a good choice. It’s one of the best mirrorless cameras out there. Features include full-frame 24.5MP sensor, ISO range is 64-25,600, 3.2-inch tilt-angle touchscreen monitor, 273-point AF, 12fps, 4K Video at 30p, and more.

61. Photo Cheat Sheets

Double sided photography reference cards are designed to teach photography techniques. They’re great if your just learning or if you are teaching photography.

62. PocketWizards

This is perfect for the photographer that needs an off camera flash setup. This bundle includes two Plus III radio transceivers, a G-Wiz Squared Bag, and a Cable Kit with a PC Sync 1/8″ mini to 1/4″ phono.

63. Map Camera Strap

This vintage map camera strap makes a great gift for any travel photographer.

64. Camera Rain Cover

Don’t get caught off guard in bad weather. This rain cover is a simple way to protect your gear from a downpour or dusty conditions. The cover is designed to fit DSLR’s and Mirrorless cameras. This is an accessory every photographer should have in their camera bag.

65. Lomography Camera

This retro designed instant camera is perfect to carry with you wherever you go! It has three shooting modes and shoots multiple and long exposures. The camera has a built-in wide-angle lens which is compatible with multiple lens attachments that can be screwed onto the Lomo’Instant. It’s great for creative and experimental photography.

66. Camera Lens Shot Glass

This mini camera lens travel shot glass is perfect for days when you need to take that other kind of shot!

67. Westcott Light Kit

This continuous daylight kit includes light heads, lamps, softboxes, and stands and a carry case.

68. USB Flash Drive

This is a fun camera shaped USB flash for photographers. It’s available up to 64GB.

69. Wood Pinhole Camera

Taking photos with a pinhole camera is a lot of fun. The images are unique. Put together this DIY wooden pinhole camera and start shooting. It has fully functional mechanical apertures and roll-advance spools.

70. Humans of New York

Humans of New York is a wonderful book by photographer Brandon Stanton. It’s based on his blog which has over four million loyal fans. It’s a collection of photographs and stories that capture the spirit of New York.

71. Pico Flex Dolly Kit

Create cinematic movements right from your desktop with the Pico Flex Dolly. It’s the perfect kit for taking videos with smartphones, small video cameras, and mirrorless cameras. You can adjust the arm to about any position.  Use it for shooting stop motion animation, low angle shots or in tight spaces.

72. Waterproof Smartphone Case

This waterproof protective pouch case is great for when your shooting anywhere near water. It’s perfect for the beach, pools, fishing, swimming, boating, diving, kayaking, hiking, snorkeling or water parks.

73. Camera Ornaments

Cute camera ornaments for photographers to hang on their Christmas tree.

74. Lube Cube LED Light Kit

Whether you use a DSLR, drone, action camera, or smartphone, the Lume Cube can be used any on or off camera lighting needs. It’s powerful and pocket sized. This 20 piece professional lighting kit is for the photographer that needs a full range of lighting gear for any lighting challenge. without being weighed down by bulky equipment.

75. Photography Vest

This photography vest has multiple pockets to carry lens caps, extra memory cards, and other accessories.

76. Camera Lens Popsocket

This Popsocket Camera Lens Stand for Phones and Tablets looks like a 24-105mm lens. It’s great for photography lovers.

77. Camera Pencil Organizer

If you are looking for the perfect office gift, this unique camera wood pen holder will a great choice.

78. Photo Studio Box

This one-piece collapsible photo studio features integrated LED lights making it possible to capture high-quality images with a camera or smartphone. It’s portable and sets up quickly.

79. Vintage Camera Photo Album

Put some of your prints in the Vintage Camera photo album. It holds 30 4×6 photos.

80. Background Support System

This is perfect if you need a paper backdrop support system. The chain is used to raise and lower the paper easily and smoothly and helps to keep the background from kinking.

81. Camera Travel Backpack

G-raphy Backpack holds 2 SLR camera bodies, 3-4 lenses, 17 inch laptop and additional smaller accessories. The backpack has adjustable straps on the side to attach your tripod. A rain cover is included to protect the backpack and your equipment from the elements.

82. Studio Backdrop Stand

Heavy duty 10 X 12 ft photo backdrop stand support system kit for studio. Comes with a carry bag for when you need to bring it on location.

83. Backdrop Clamps

These clamps are perfect for clipping canvas, paper, and cloth, or muslin backdrops to a crossbar. 

84. Background String Clips 

These clips are great for securely tightening backdrops and keeping them wrinkle free.

85. Outdoor Photographer Subscription

One year print subscription to Outdoor Photographer. Articles cover digital photography, camera accessories, film, lenses, outdoor gear and apparel, travel, ecological concerns, and workshops.

86. Animoto Subscription

Create impressive videos in minutes with Animoto’s drag-and-drop video maker. No video editing experience necessary. Drag and drop photos and video clips. Professionally designed templates can be easily customized to fit any brand or occasion.

87. WP engine

WordPress hosting and website plans. Get all the basics for starting a small website or blog. Upgrade your plan as your business grows.

88. Adobe Creative Cloud Plan

Creative Cloud gives you access to the world’s best apps and services for video, design, and photography. Get Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, InDesign and more in the entire collection. Suitable for beginner’s or pros.

89. Camera Paper Clips

These camera shaped paper clips are a fun gift for photographers.

90. Tabletop Lighting Studio

This LED Table Top Studio light kit is ideal for work in a small studio space. It fits most cube diffusion softboxes.  It’s perfect for shooting small items such as jewelry, toys, etc. It includes gel set.

91. Pocket Video Stabilizer

Record steady video with your smartphone or go pro with this easy to use Smoovie pocket sized video stabilizer.

92. Camera Hand Strap

Secure your camera from accidental drops with this camera hand strap.

93. Polaroid Mobile Printer

The Polaroid ZIP is fast and easy to use. It’s compact pocket sized design is super portable and perfect to take along anywhere. Just connect your smart phone or tablet via Wi-Fi and print your photos.

94. Digital Photo Frame

Enjoy all your photos and favorite memories on the NIX Advance Digital Photo Frame. Just plug in a USB stick or a memory card (SD/SDHC) to instantly display your photos and videos. 

95. KODAK 360° VR Camera

The Kodak Pixpro 360 Degree VR camera features two fixed focus lenses housed in a futuristic body. Capture full 360 Degree 4K video and easily upload 360 Degree video and photos to social media platforms.

96. Micro Fibre Cloths

Every photographer needs these. Micro fibre cleaning cloths are soft, durable and safe to use on your delicate screens and lenses.

97. Rechargeable Heated Gloves

These rechargeable heated gloves are perfect if you live in the cold. There’s nothing worse that freezing cold hands when your trying to shoot!

98. Glass Photo Frame Coasters

Display your favorite photos in a unique new way with these glass frame coasters. Photos are easily interchangeable so you can always have a new look.

99. Solar Panel Charger

This Solar Panel has 3 USB Ports, is waterproof, foldable and perfect for camping or when you travel in places where you can’t charge your devices. All you need is the sun!

100. Extendable Boom Stand

Extendable boom stand with reflector holder can be rotated 360º. Useful for product and portrait photography.

101. Smartphone Camera Lens

Transform your mobile phone into an instant telephoto camera lens, wide angle lens, or fisheye lens. This kit comes with a mini tripod too.

102. Bokeh Masters Kit

The Bokeh Masters Kit turns light into shapes. This kit comes with 21 custom shaped discs including stars, hearts, a happy and sad smiley, animal icons, sports icon and several signs. You also get 8 blank discs to make your own patterns. 

103. Adobe Photoshop Shortcuts Keyboard Skin

This silicone keyboard skin is great for Photoshop CS users, increase your PS speed to that of an expert. Quickly find which key is the correct PS shortcut.

104. Hoya Filter Kit

This HOYA Filter Kit includes 1x pol-cirkular filter, 1x NDX8 filter, 1x HMC UV(C) filter, and filter case.

105. Mini Photo Studio Box

This foldable Photography Booth comes with 20 LED lights, 6 Backdrops and carrying bag. It’s perfect for when you need to shoot small items.

106. Wireless Travel Router

This wireless travel router is the perfect gift for photographers that are on the go. Easily convert a wired network into a wireless one. Wirelessly stream videos, share photos, or trade files with a secure local Wi-Fi network.

107. Polaroid Coffee Mug

Fun square shaped coffee mug with the classic Polaroid camera design

108. Magnetic Photo Display

This magnetic hanging photo holder is a unique way to display your pictures.

109. Luminar 3 Photo Editing Software

Luminar by Skylum Software is an All-in-one professional image editing & photo management software. Features include 45 Intelligent Photo filters use Artificial Intelligence to easily correct problem photos, and add realistic sunlight and sun rays, or dramatically enhance skies.

110. Polaroid Originals OneStep+

Easy to use original Polaroid format instant film camera. You can switch between standard & portrait lenses. Use Bluetooth-connected app for Manual Control Mode, Double Exposure and Light Painting.

111. Apple MacBook Pro

Photographers need a powerful, efficient computer for editing. This Apple MacBook Pro would make editing life a lot easier!

Conclusion

Well, that’s it! That sums up the Ultimate Gift Guide for photographers. We’ve included a wide variety of gift options for every budget. Hopefully, there is something in there for the photographer in your life.

If you’re still not sure what gift they would like, just share the Ultimate Gift Guide for Photographers with them. I’m sure they’ll be happy to provide you with some hints!

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