Gift ideas for the photographer in your life. As a photographer myself, I get it – what could you possibly get the photographer in your life for the upcoming celebration?
Photographers spend a lot of money on gear. We need very specific lenses or chargers that can be confusing to someone not in the industry. Most of these are also outside of the ideal price range for a gift for most people. Today, I want to simplify it for you by compiling some of my favorite gift ideas that you can purchase directly from Amazon. A blend of unique and practical options for you to browse!
Whether it’s for a budding photographer taking photos with friends on the weekend, or a seasoned pro. I think you’ll find a little something for any photographer on your gift-giving list this season.
I’m avoiding the cheesy t-shirts or camera-lens-looking mugs or basic cleaning kits that they likely already have or might receive from someone else. Most of these ideas could be useful for all the photographers in your lives. Of course, with the Amazon’s return policy, they could always return the gift if they already have it or don’t need it and get something for their specific needs.
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Gift ideas for the photographer in your life – Leaning into the film vibe:
Whether it be a Polaroid, Instax or Kodak film cameras, we’re all feeling a little nostalgic these days. A lot of us are really loving the “in the moment”, and “less than perfect” photographs to capture our memories. When buying Polaroid or Fujifilm Instax, make sure you snag some extra film!
Polaroid Now 2nd Generation I-Type Instant Camera
Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Film Camera
Kodak One Time Use Film Camera
Useful gear we could all use a little more of:
Whether these gifts are for your more seasoned pro, or someone just starting out, we can never have enough storage options and useful gear like the ones listed here.
SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO memory card
36 Slots Memory Card Case Water-Resistant Anti-Shock Memory Card Wallet
SAMSUNG T7 Shield 4TB, Portable SSD
Gift ideas for the photographer in your life – suffering from burnout:
Gifts like these can help us get back to the root of why we love the art of photography in the first place!
Polaroid Now: The History and Future of Polaroid Photography
Crystal Glass Triangular Prism, a fun way to create reflections for more artistic photos
Fractal Filters Classic Prismatic Camera Filters, a step above from the one triangle prism above, how about a full set of options to play with?
For the photographer on the go:
Your traveling photographer, the hustle photographer, the one who never seems to stop. Give them the fuel and the tools that they need.
FYY Travel Cable Waterproof Organizer Pouch
The Brevite Backpack. 18L traveling backpack with laptop compartment
Joby GorillaPod 5K GripTight Mount PRO Kit for phone or camera, perfect for self-timer portraits when traveling!
Manfrotto MTPIXIMII-B, PIXI Mini Tripod, this is the more compact tripod option and equally handy for smaller cameras and cell phones!
Supporting their physical health:
Photography can sometimes be a total full body workout. I know for me, I definitely started using this massage gun (almost daily!) for my sore muscles after a long wedding day or hiking elopement.
Four Sigmatic Organic Mushroom Coffee, give them a boost for their morning coffee with the power of Lion’s Mane, Chaga and Rhodiola mushrooms!
If you don’t mind splurging on the gift:
My husband and I (and our other photographer friends) have really enjoyed getting back to the basics with point and shoot cameras for personal use. It’s a lot less gear (and weight!) to carry around when we’re traveling and it makes selfies on the go so much easier! We personally went with the Fujifilm x100v which satisfied our film vibe desires, while still being fully digital. All three of these choices would make an incredible gift.
Sony RX100 VII Premium Compact Camera
A few more niche gift ideas for the photographer in your life:
Does your photographer family member or friend work with a lot of families? Help them get the attention and eye contact from the kids for photos with this little stuffed animal that wraps right around their lens! Shutter Huggers Monkey
Photo sessions and weddings can often continue on, rain or shine. Make sure the gear is protected with a rain cover! Think Tank Photo Emergency Rain Covers
Wildly dark wedding reception rooms won’t feel so scary with a video light on hand. NEEWER® 160 LED CN-160 Dimmable Ultra High Power Panel
Look, I get it, a lot of camera gear isn’t that cute. But this floral embroidered camera strap is! PADWA Spring Flowers Embroidered Camera Strap
Gift ideas for the photographer in your life that shoots a lot of film. This retro steel case for used rolls waiting to be mailed in might be the perfect addition to their desk! KODAK Retro Steel Film Case
I don’t think I need to explain this one, it’s just super niche for the 90’s kid photographer and I love it. LEGO Outdoor Minifigure: Nature Photographer
The perfect stocking stuffer is an enamel pin, one option is this Creative Color Wheel Enamel pin
Or you can snag this full adventure photographer pin set! Split it up among the photographers in your life or pick and choose the perfect pairing! 15 Pcs Outdoors Enamel Pins for Backpacks Aesthetic Enamel Pins Set
I hope you found this gift guide helpful! Did you find some perfect gift ideas for the photographer in your life? Did any of them spark a new idea you can purchase instead? Either way, I’m happy to help!!
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While you’re already shopping, check out one of my other gift guides: Gift ideas for newlyweds they probably don’t have on their registry