2025 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

A collection of optical and cleaning supplies including spray bottles, cleaning wipes, a carrying case, cleaning tools, and a travel bag, all branded with Pro Optic and Altura.

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.

Comparison image of two multi-tool pocket knives, labeled 'Wave' on the left and 'Wingman' on the right, showing different tools extended.

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.

Image of a small black zippered storage case, a gray and black expandable organizer with compartments, and a close-up of a pocket holding a 32GB and a 160MB memory card.

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.

Gray storage case for electronic accessories with textured surface, open to show compartments labeled for batteries and small items.

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.

Set of Samsung portable SSD T7 including external case, two cables, and user manuals.

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!

A navy blue tech organization case with various electronic accessories inside, and a hybrid of the case open and closed, with a person using it on a desk.

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 black power bank with textured surface and multiple USB-C and Micro USB ports for fast charging.

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

A set of electronic devices including a black wall charger with a USB-C port, a modular charging station with a wireless charging pad, a smartphone on the charging station showing 75% battery, a white wireless earbuds case on the station, and a smartwatch on a charger with a green charging indicator. The right side of the image features text: '3-in-1 Charging Exclusively for Apple Devices'.

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!

A pair of black and gray Palmith gardening gloves with textured palms for grip, one glove showing the palm side and the other showing the back side, with a white background.

GLOVES

GLOVES - With winter weather approaching these are a very useful thing to have - Photo Video Gloves

Four Apple AirTag units with white plastic casings and gray tops, arranged in a slightly overlapping row.

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

GREAT PHOTOGRAPHY BOOKS!

  • 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!

    See more!
  • Off camera flash

    Off camera flash

    Vanessa is a friend of mine and this handbook with teach you everything you need about advanced flash work!

    See More!

Great business books!

LEGO PHOTOGRAPHY FUN!

  • 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

    SEE MOre!

  • KLUTZ Lego Minifigure Photography Activity Kit

    SEE MORE!

  • LEGO Ideas Polaroid OneStep SX-70 Building Set

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  • LEGO Series 16 Collectible Minifigures - Female Wildlife Photographer

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FUN & UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS

  • Keychain - Don't Lose Your FOcus

    See It

  • bracelet - capture life

    SEe it

  • Keychain - Story

    See it

  • KEYCHAIN - BLURRY

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Clothing Gift ideas

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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.