UPDATED FOR 2020!

Do you have a photographer on your Christmas list, or want to help someone find something cool for you?  Well, look no further, you’ve come to the right place.

Below you will find affordable and awesome gifts that would please even the most discerning photographer.

If you are looking for an equipment guide that can help you choose which camera to get, what lenses are best, or what lighting equipment to buy, I have you covered there as well.   Check out my Ultimate Photographer’s Gear Guide.

Say Cheese socks

Crazy socks are all the rage and the perfect gift for that special someone in your life!  These, perfect for that special photographer in your life!

Don’t Be Negative Tee Shirt
This tee is perfect for the photographer in your life. Cotton-poly blend for a no-iron shirt that is ready to go when you are.
color smoke for pics
For gender reveals or for awesome photography, order some of these smoke sticks to get creative with your imagery.
camera print infinity scarf
This beautiful scarf is a perfect gift and will get a lot of use.  Whether on a cold shoot, or hitting the town, this scarf is a good idea.
camera baby onsie
The perfect onsie for the baby of a photographer. 100% cotton this onsie will snuggle them in comfort.
Photography ball
Help that photographer on your list become more creative with a photography ball.
capture life notebook and journal
This gift can be used as a journal or shot list or anything else you’d use a notebook for.  A great Christmas gift for a photographer.
I shoot people mug
What a fun gift to give!  This coffee mug is a perfect and inexpensive gift to give.  With the design printed on both sides, this mug will be sure to please.
I love photography t-shirt
With photographic words coming together to form the shape of a camera on this shirt, it is sure to please.  Available in several colors and sizes.
worlds greatest photographer mug
The perfect gift for the photographer on your list.  Who doesn’t love a new mug?
vintage camera keychain
Trying to find a unique, creative gift for the photographer on your list?  This vintage camera keychain fits the bill.
Evolution coffee mug
Ready to give a fun gift that will be used almost every day? Here it is! The evolution of a photographer mug.
Photographer gloves
For that cold weather photographer, these gloves allow the finger tips to be exposed to adjust settings.

Vintage light TABLE lamp

What a wonderful gift to receive! This vintage tripod film spotlight lamp will be the perfect gift for that someone special.
100 most influential images of all time
This book is a great way for the photographer on your list to get inspired.  This book contains the 100 most influential images of all time.
rarely seen book
National Geographic is known for their stunning photographs, and this book is no different. This coffee table book makes a great photographer gift.

If you are looking for an equipment guide that can help you choose which camera to get, what lenses are best, or what lighting equipment to buy, I have you covered there as well.   Check out my Ultimate Photographer’s Gear Guide.

photographers wall clock
A unique clock for the home or office, perfect to let the photographer know they need to get out and shoot!
set of 4 unframed handmade prints
These beautiful prints are handmade and ready to frame and hang and feature vintage cameras. Each is an 8×10 print.
18″ mini camera pendant necklace
A perfect gift for the girl, teen or woman in your life that has a love of photography.
40 LED Photo clip string lights
Such a great gift for the photographer in your life to create a unique and wonderful wall display of their images.

cinema light box

Display fun sayings with this cinema light box. Great even to add to any photograph.
canon lens mug
This 12oz. mug is a perfect gift for a photographer.  Keep the hot drinks hot and the cold drinks cold as they head out for their shoots.
camera necklace w/quotes that inspire
Looking to give a meaningful, inspirational gift? Look no further than this pendant necklace with quotes.
Camera tree ornament
Perfect for your tree or the tree of your favorite photographer, this camera tree ornament is sure to be a hit!
vintage camera desk organizer
A beautiful gift for the photographer on your list that helps them get organized and look great while doing it.
Car vinyl love sticker
Let everyone know how much you love photography with this vinyl sticker for you car, wall, or anywhere!
camera lens bracelet
This beautiful bracelet is a perfect gift for the photographer on your Christmas list.
Photographer license plate frame
Perfect for your favorite photographers car, the photographer license plate frame.
digital photography complete course
Help that aspiring photographer on your list hone their craft and get better at something they love!
#photography water bottle
This 20oz bottle will help keep cold drinks cold as the photographer on your list goes out on shoots.
Vintage camera apron
This vintage camera apron will look so great on any photographer in the kitchen! A great gift idea.

If you are looking for an equipment guide that can help you choose which camera to get, what lenses are best, or what lighting equipment to buy, I have you covered there as well.   Check out my Ultimate Photographer’s Gear Guide.

set of 2 camera tree ornaments
A set of two Christmas tree ornaments, one a classic camera and one DSLR.  An awesome gift.
wall camera decal vinyl
How awesome is this?  A camera wall decal to decorate the office or home.  At 22″x28.5″, it is the perfect size!
Storyteller throw pillow
What a fun a beautiful pillow for your favorite photographer.
vintage camera mouse pad
These awesome mousepads feature vintage cameras. Something so awesome for the photographer in your life.
camera strap lens cap holder
How many of us have lost a lens cap?  All of us.  Safely store the lens cap right on the camera strap.

Camera cookie cutter

Make camera shaped cookies with this camera cookie cutter.  Another perfect gift for the photographer.

wifi phone instant printer
Your favorite photographer takes a ton of photo’s on their phone as well, so why not help them turn those into prints quickly and easily!
lens pen
The ultra-portable lens pen is perfect for the photographer wanting to keep their lenses clean. A smudge remover as well as a duster to prevent dust and static on your lenses makes this a must-have tool.
camera strap
Get rid of that standard camera strap and get one with a little personality!  Show some style with your camera strap as you head out to shoot.
fujifilm instax mini instant camera
These instant cameras are awesome and give a new creative outlet for that photographer you love.
holga medium format film camera
Wanting to try shooting with film?  Then the Holga is for you.  This specialty film camera is known for the unique look it brings to film photography.
film canister toilet paper cover
This one might be considered a gag gift, but is still useful! The film canister toilet paper dispenser.
lens laughs monkey
This is a great gift for the photographer of children.  With these cute and funny stuffed animals, kids will be looking at the camera and smiling!
camera mode dial cuff links
If you’re looking for the perfect for the male photographer on your list, let these be the gift.  Classy men’s camera mode dial cuff links.
photo-opoly the game
This fun Monopoly-type game is perfect for the photographer on your shopping list.
Gorilla pod flexible tripod
Perfect for travel, or for attaching the camera in an odd place. Holds up to 5lbs, which is suitable for most DSLR cameras.
pro dot shutter release cover
These dots work on any camera to give the shutter release button more feel and response.  A great gift for the photographer who has everything.
on the street: Five decades of street photography
Nothing inspires a photographer like great images! This book will inspire the photographer in your life to get out there and shoot!
selfie ring light
Taking selfies requires good light and this ring light can do just that!  Add this to your phone and get beautiful light no matter when you take a selfie.

There you have it!  My 50 gift recommendations for the photographer on your shopping list.  This list will help you look like a hero as you pick up that unique and meaningful gift for the photographer that you love.

If you are looking for help on what equipment to buy, like lenses, cameras or flashes, then check out my Ultimate Photographer’s Gear Guide below.  It will help you know what I would recommend to get so that you can shoot like a pro.

If you are looking for an equipment guide that can help you choose which camera to get, what lenses are best, or what lighting equipment to buy, I have you covered there as well.   Check out my Ultimate Photographer’s Gear Guide.

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