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Incredible Christmas Gifts For Photographers

1. Camera Cleaning Kit

Photographers are people who often have to travel to outdoor locations with their cameras and spare lenses. Be it mountainous terrain or a beachfront, it is quite common for photographers to see dirt and sand sticking to their camera and lenses. To keep their cameras clean and lenses free of any foreign particles that can make it difficult to get clear pictures, photographers often need a camera cleaning kit. So, why not gift your photographer either a microfiber cleaning cloth specialized for camera lenses or a complete camera cleaning kit with brushes and carbon swab pens? This would ensure that their gear remains clean and they get crystal clear pictures at all times!

2. Camera/Gear Bag

As we mentioned that traveling is part and parcel of a photographer’s job and life, a gear bag would also make for a perfect gifting option for them. A bag that keeps all their important stuff in place and well-organized would be much appreciated by your photographer friend. Camera bags come in all sizes, styles, and materials. They have different levels of cushioning and compartmentalization. You could choose one that fits in your budget and also meets your photographer’s needs. Depending on their style, you could purchase a sling bag, a backpack, a protector case, or even a shoulder bag. Your photographer friend would just need to pack their gear in the bag – and they will be all set for their next photography expedition!

Related Read: The Minimalist’s Guide To Wedding Photography Gear

3. Photo Backup Flash Drive

Taking hundreds and thousands of images is a done thing for photographers. And to store the soft copies of those precious pictures, many photographers pay fat monthly subscriptions. How about gifting something that helps them to easily back up that data? Now, if you gift them an amazing backup flash drive such as the one from The Photo Stick, it could make their life a lot easier. The Photo Stick Flash Drive just needs to be plugged into a USB port and then, after the user loads the application, it will scan the computer’s hard drive or the external hard drive that’s connected to the computer. The application will then look for all the images and back them up. 

4. Photography Drone

Love those dreamy aerial shots of wedding venues? In all likelihood, those are created by drone photography techniques – a photography style that has gained a lot of popularity in recent times. Not only do many photographers get couple requests to incorporate drone scenes into their wedding photography, but many photographers also want to try their hands at this new form of photography so that they can add it to their portfolio and their package list. If you have more budget this year for a Christmas gift for your photographer, you could consider including a photography drone in your gifting list. DJI Mavic Mini can be a good choice due to its portability and lightweight and high-quality camera lens. Also, it is an affordable option when compared to other photography drones available in the market.

Related Read: Drone Wedding Photography: Legalities, Safety Measures, & Useful Tips

5. Travel Tripod

A tripod is one of the most basic pieces of equipment one could need for photography, thus, making it a great Christmas gift for photographers. Though your photographer might already have a professional level tripod, you could consider gifting them a compact, flexible, lightweight, and easy-to-carry travel tripod. They could use it for their family holidays or even some quick photo sessions for clients. Your photography enthusiast friends – especially those interested in astrophotography – might also love such a gift – because nothing can beat a sturdy tripod when it comes to taking steady images. 

6. Camera Muffler

Most of you might be aware of how churches can sometimes have rules against loud camera shutters or how the shutter sound can ruin a perfectly romantic moment for a couple (and no photographer would want that). Also, when a photographer is out to shoot a wedding of a wildlife lover couple and if they want to get photographed around birds, a loud camera shutter can spoil the whole planning. In such situations, a camera muffler would come into use. These mufflers are made of soft materials and have a window at the back of the camera’s LCD. They also have a front opening for the lens. They are easy to put on the camera and lightweight. This can, therefore, be a useful and unique gift for your photographer.

7. Photography Gloves

Those snowy winter sceneries make for great images! But working in cold climates with dipping temperatures often makes capturing these scenes a challenging task for photographers. So gifting them something that would keep them warm and cozy while they create those stunning visuals could be a really warm gesture – quite literally! So, if your photographer is someone who often travels to or lives in colder areas, high-quality photography gloves are something you can add to your list of gifts for photographers. These gloves have an inner woolen layer and also Thinsulate insulation to protect your photographer’s hands from the biting cold. Some photography gloves also come with finger caps that allow photographers to flip open their thumb and index finger so that they can easily photograph a scene. The magnets that are fixed in these caps keep them out of the way until your photographer wants to cover their fingers back. These are water-resistant, have a non-slip grip, and may even have pouches for the memory card or lens cleaner.

8. Personalized Items

This is one gift idea that can never go out of fashion – be it for photographers or anyone else. Also, this can be budget-friendly and yet give you an opportunity to showcase your creative side. For example, we loved it when one of our clients Sara France told us that her team gifted her a shirt that read: “A lady in the streets and a freak in the spreadsheets.” The line beautifully sums up Sara’s love for organizing her work. You too could think of something similar that aligns with your photographer’s personality – and put it on a hoodie, a diary, a keychain, or any other daily use item to gift to your photographer.

Further Read: 15 Gift Ideas For Photographer Couples On Valentine’s Day

When you look for Christmas gifts for photographers, you may stumble upon several options. If you are a couple who isn’t too well-abreast with photography equipment, you might feel a little lost and confused while selecting the ideal gift for your photographer friend. Also, you might not always understand the technical nitty-gritty of photography gear and accessories when it comes to gifting something to a professional photographer that is aligned to their line of work. But don’t you worry! Take your pick from the list we put together for you here. Customize, modify, or go the DIY way! At the end of the day, it is the gesture that counts. It doesn’t matter how big or small your gift is. As long as your intentions are genuine, your gift will surely be cherished and valued! We hope you find the gift ideas we shared here helpful. Do you have any more ideas for gifts for photographers? If so, then let us know about them in the comments section below.

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