Best Photography Products of 2017 (and Perfect Holiday Gifts!)

We tend to get a lot of questions around photography throughout the year, so we thought it'd be fun to write up a quick blog and share a few products we think are pretty amazing — gear, services and innovations to make it fun.

Looking for great gift ideas for a photography lover? These are some great gift ideas for under the tree or to help fill the stockings. 

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Gear // Cameras, Kits, and Lenses

Starting off with some professional gear:

Nikon D850 - FX-format Digital SLR Camera Body

• 45.7 megapixels of extraordinary resolution, outstanding dynamic range and virtually no risk of moiré
• Up to 9 fps1 continuous shooting at full resolution with full AF performance
• 8K2 and 4K time-lapse movies with new levels of sharpness and detail

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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - Full Frame Digital SLR Camera Body

• 30.4 MP full-frame CMOS sensor for versatile shooting
• Up to 7.0 frames per second continuous shooting speed
• 61-point AF system with 41 cross-points for expanded vertical coverage
• ISO range 100-32000 with 50-102400 expansion

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Affordable camera kits for beginners:

Nikon D3400 DSLR Camera Kit

• Bundle Includes: Nikon D3400 DSLR Camera w/ 18-55mm & 70-300mm Lenses / 55mm 2.2x Telephoto & 0.43x Wide Angle Lenses / Nikon Gadget Bag / Focus Flash, Cleaning Kit, Battery, Charger & Card Reader / Remote / 32GB SD Card / 3-Piece Filter Kit

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Canon EOS Rebel T6 DSLR Digital Camera Kit

• Bundle Includes: Canon EOS Rebel T6 DSLR with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Lens - Lexar 32GB Platinum II 300x Class 10 UHSI-U1 SDHC Memory Card - Canon EOS Shoulder Bag (Black) - LP-E10 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (1020mAh 7.4V) - 58mm Digital Essentials UV, Circular Polarizer and 2 (ND2) Filters, with Pouch.

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Favorite portrait lenses:

50mm f/1.8G for Nikon 
If there's one lens you purchase for portrait work, let this be the one.

• Fast, upgraded f/1.8, compact FX-format prime lens
• Focal Length-50 mm, Minimum Focus Distance-1.48 ft.(0.45 m)
• Canon 50mm f/1.8 available here. 

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85mm f/1.8G for Nikon
Our second favorite portrait lens! And if you can afford it, go for the f/1.4. 

• Fast aperture medium telephoto lens
• Canon 85mm f/1.8 available here. 

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Photographing children or moving objects? Consider...

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8
SIGMA delivers the performance and functionality that help pros succeed in news, nature, and many other fields of photography.

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On the move?

GoPro Hero6 Black

• Captures super smooth footage, whether it’s handheld or mounted to your gear.
• Automatically sends your footage to your phone where the app turns it into a QuikStory-an awesome edited video.

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Just looking to kick up your iPhone images?

iPhone 8 Plus / iPhone 7 Plus Case with Wide Lens Kit

• Best iPhone wide attachment lens with thin protective case.

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Editing // Software

Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan with 20GB storage | 1 Year Subscription (Download)

• The Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan features the world's best photography tools, including Adobe Photoshop CC and Lightroom desktop, mobile and web at an amazing price
• Everything you need to organize, edit, enhance and share stunning photos on any device, anywhere

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Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6

• Organize, perfect, and share - Lightroom combines all your digital photography essentials in one fast, intuitive application
• Lightroom lets you get the best from every pixel in your photos, whether you shot them with a pro DSLR camera or a camera phone

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A Color Story
Specializing in mobile imaging apps, Lightroom Presets, and Photoshop Actions.

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Extras // Tripods, Bags, and More

JOBY GorillaPod Hybrid. Multiuse and Flexible Camera Tripod

• If you're looking to actually get into some of your photographs, this tripod (super portable) is key! 
• A durable, lightweight tripod. The rubberized foot grips, wrappable legs, and stainless steel plates ensure your pro cameras, external flashes, and video cameras stand strong on the toughest terrain.

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Memory Cards

• Not all memory cards are created equal. The camera you own should dictate the memory cards you purchase.
• If your camera only has one slot, get several smaller sized memory cards. Larger cards are great until you store so much on them and it goes corrupt.
• If you plan to rapid shoot, plan to get a high speed memory card. 

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Seagate Expansion 2TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0

• Speaking of memory...the cost of external hard drives is so cheap these days there's no reason to not back up your work! Trust us that you won't regret it. We have two external drives we back everything up on. 
• Easy and simple to use - plug it in and go
• Fast file transfers with SuperSpeed USB 3.0

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Studio Soft Box Lighting Kit Continuous Lighting Equipment

• Looking to explore some studio lighting? We recommend the  CRAPHY 700W 5500K Photography Studio Soft Box Lighting Kit
• It includes: 20x28" Softbox + 80" Tall Light Stand + Carrying Bag
• It will soften light stream and remove shadow to make perfect shooting; moreover, it will reduce overexposure and hot spots; perfect for any object’s shooting
  

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Leather Camera Bag

• ZLYC Vintage DSLR SLR Bag Removable Shockproof Padded Camera Case Small Messenger Shoulder Bag
• 100% GENUINE LEATHER! This kind of bag is very suitable for photography lovers do for short trips, also can be used in the daily travel.

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Lowepro Slingshot Bag

• A Secure, Slim, Smart and Protective Camera Sling for a Mirrorless Kit and Small Tablet​.
• Rotate sling to front, unzip side-access pocket and grab kit to shoot.
  
• ​You're free to move about with ease thanks to the incredibly slim design, padded backpad and stability strap.
  

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Vintage Waterproof Canvas Shockproof Camera Shoulder Messenger Bag­

• High Density Waterproof Canvas with PU Leather Trim, strong stitching, durable zipper, quick snap buckle.
• Durable and soft Cotton inner material insert for absorbing shock and vibration To protect your camera against damages, dust and scratches.

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Fabric Of Bohemia Floral Scarf Camera Strap

• Comfortable with fabric of rayon
• Stylish and fashion with several different prints to select from. 

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Camera Neck Shoulder Strap

• High-quality pure cotton webbing, top cowhide, and super-soft fiber cloth.
• The universal interfaces are compatible with cameras of various brands.

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Nylon Shoulder Strap with Metal Hook and Screw for DSLR Camera

• Specially designed to distribute the camera weight evenly across the shoulder and prevent the painful feeling after hauling the heavy camera around for a whole day.
  
• Features a ZIPPER POCKET for storing small camera accessories.

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Peak Design Capture Camera Clip

• Holds camera during any physical activity while providing instant access for picture taking

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Get Inspired // Online Tutorials, Subscriptions, and Books

Creative Live
Creative Live is one of the leading platforms for photographers to learn, grow, and connect! Don't underestimate the value of what these teachers have to offer. 

FTC Disclaimer **This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. 

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Digital Photography School
Leading photographers that have created ebooks, courses and presets to help improve your photography and get you off auto mode. Browse through their collection and you'll find what you need to create amazing photos.

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Bella Grace Magazine Subscription

• OMG - One of our favorites.
• This publication is devoted to discovering magic in the ordinary.
  
• They aim is to touch the souls of our readers through beautifully penned stories and striking photographs that capture life's beautiful journey.

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Shutterbug Subscription

• For the camera enthusiast. 

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A Million Little Ways: Uncover the Art You Were Made to Live
​Emily P. Freeman will help you:

• turn fuzzy vocational dreams into current reality
• respond to your critics with bravery and hopeful discernment
• catch a fresh sense of motivation for the work you do everyday
• move into the world as the person you most deeply are

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Get Organized

PhotoSync App
PhotoSync – transfer, backup and share your photos & videos between iPhone, iPad, Android devices, computer, NAS & cloud services.

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Weekly Planner
Coral, Mint & Gold Chevrons Premium Cover with Modern Calligraphy & Lettering

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LEATHER JOURNAL Writing Notebook

• Soft & Supple Dark Brown Genuine Water Buffalo Leather with a real leather scent.
• 240 pages (counting both sides) of blank, off-white/cream colored paper (NON-REFILLABLE), hand-crafted with recycled cotton which is acid free & tree free - environmentally kind!

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17 Hats

• ​Tired of endless paperwork, multiple apps, and never enough time? 17hats is made for you!
  
• It's the All‑In‑One for your Business of One. Handle your invoices, contracts, questionnaires, and client/project management, for as little as $11/ month

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Planoly

• Manage, plan, and schedule your Instagram posts from your computer and mobile phones.
• Create a cohesive Instagram feed and manage multiple Instagram accounts.

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Amazon Echo (2nd Generation)

• Call or message anyone hands-free with your Echo device. Also, instantly connect to other Echo devices in your home using just your voice.
• Just ask Alexa to check your calendar, weather, traffic, and sports scores, manage to-do and shopping lists, control your compatible smart lights, thermostats, garage doors, sprinklers, and more

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Little Indulgences

Oh, Snap! Camera Mug

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Vintage Camera Print Loop Infinity Scarf

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Stay Focused Photography T-shirt

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Crystal Lens Antique Camera Necklace

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