2024 PHOTOGRAPHY GIFT GUIDE
First, regarding the actual tech and photo gear - these are all items I own and use (or more recent variants of mine). Note the gift ideas towards the end are things I’ve found online that I think look neat.
Since I first put this list together in 2020, a lot has changed and this continues to be one of the most popular things I’ve created online.
Please consider sharing with your family and friends who love photography and tech!
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ESSENTIAL ACCESSORIES
Affordable items that all photographers and most videographers/content creators will need at some point in their shoots! Nearly all of these are discounted regularly, especially around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
CAMERA CLEAING KIT
Every person who uses a real camera needs a cleaning kit and the supplies get used up pretty quickly, so this is a great gift all the time! I use the Altura Full Frame Sensor Cleaning kit. But here are 2 other’s that are good to from Adorma. Photographic Solutions Swab ULTRA Kit (Type 3) for FX or Full-Frame Sensors or ProOptic Complete Optics Care and Cleaning Kit.
MULTITOOL
A multi tool is an essential for anyone who does photography or videography where you're away from home and all your tools. I personally carry the Leatherman Wingman everywhere I go, and also have the Leatherman Wave I keep in the car.
Memory Card Wallet
A well organized photographer is a good photographer. Keeping up with memory cards at a job is critical to success. This memory card holder is essential to the photographer who spends time out in the field. - Get your memory card holder here.
Battery Holder
I got one of these over the summer of 2022 and it has been a lifesaver at gigs! It keeps all my batteries in one place and since the switch to mirrorless, I go through a lot of batteries in an active 10 hour day! Essential for anyone who is planning on doing a lot of photography. Get your battery holder here.
PORTABLE HARD DRIVE
Samsung T7 - If there is one thing every photographer needs it’s more storage. We can never have enough and the Samsung T7 line is the most popular style among photographers and videographers because it’s very small, very fast, and has a lot of space! - Get yours here!
TECH POUCH
I’ve really increased the travel blogging aspect of my photography, and one thing I quickly realized this year is that I needed a much better way to organize chargers, cables, and accessories in my bags. I discovered this tech pouch on Amazon and it has been a game changer to making sure everything has a place. Highly recommended for your travels. - Get your Tomtoc Tech Pouch Here!
PORTABLE POWER
When you’re in the field, there’s nothing worse than not having a phone charge. Anker is my go-to brand for on-the-go charging solutions and this is my favorite battery bank because it’s small and doesn’t take up much room in the bag. Also fits well in the above tech pouch. - Get your Anker Battery Bank Here
DESKTOP CHARGER
If you’re invested into the Apple Ecosystem, this is the ideal way to clean up clutter that comes from having charging cables everywhere. I got this in the Fall of 2024 and it helps keep my desk top clutter free! Highly recommended. (I have 2, one in the office and one on my nightstand) - Get your Anker Magsafe charger here!
GLOVES
GLOVES - With winter weather approaching these are a very useful thing to have - Photo Video Gloves
APPLE AIR TAGS
APPLE AIR TAGS - These are extremely popular and great to stash in camera bags and the like. They're simple, quick, and effective. If you really love your photographer, then get these for them! Get a 4 pack of Apple Air Tags here.
MORE STORAGE & ORGANIZATION
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Cable Management 5
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cable management 10
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cable management 20
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cable management 30
GREAT PHOTOGRAPHY BOOKS!
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DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY BOOK
This book launched my professional photography career. Highly recommended.
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Understanding Exposure
The 2nd photography book I bought that took me to the next level. Get it!
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Off camera flash
Vanessa is a friend of mine and this handbook with teach you everything you need about advanced flash work!
Great business books!
LEGO PHOTOGRAPHY FUN!
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LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Retro Camera Toy
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LEGO Disney Movie Camera Tribute
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LEGO Outdoor Minifigure: Nature Photographer
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KLUTZ Lego Minifigure Photography Activity Kit
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LEGO Ideas Polaroid OneStep SX-70 Building Set
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LEGO Series 16 Collectible Minifigures - Female Wildlife Photographer
FUN & UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS
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Keychain - Don't Lose Your FOcus
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bracelet - capture life
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Keychain - Story
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KEYCHAIN - BLURRY
Clothing Gift ideas
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Socks - Say Cheese
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Socks - RETRO
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SOCKS - TRUST ME
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SOCKS - 6 PAIRS funNY!
ABOUT KYLE
Kyle is a published and award winning photographer based in Decatur Alabama. His amazing photo and video team have captured over 1,000 weddings and events since 1999. In 2019 he began photographing high school seniors and loves providing these timeless memories to his clients. Moving forward he is excited about helping others improve their photography skills. When not doing that, he spends too much time at Chick Fil A and playing Nintendo.