Valentine’s Day is coming up! And your loved one happens to be a hobbyist that relates to Photography and Videography field? Or maybe you can save for yourself these list for future events like Birthdays or Christmas? I know it’s difficult as you scramble about what to get for gifting besides chocolates and flowers. Another idea is that you will never go wrong buying a cute Photoframe that involves your picture on it. But what else are there to gift besides those three common ideas? Well… I’ve put out some list of ideas below. So follow on! 🙂
Note: I know I’m going a bit away from my typical program of my post. But hey! This is an emergency!! And time is short before Vday!! lol
Cell Phone Selfies and Light Cases:
Nowadays, there are some cool and unique things you can get for your mobile phone. Here are some examples that you can probably buy. I’m sure the person recieving these kind of gifts will appreciate your thoughts.
FULLOPTO Galaxy S9 LED Selfie Light Phone Case – You can choose different case colors.
iPhone 8 LED Case by AVKKEY Light Selfie – You can choose different case colors.
iPhone Xs Camera Design Case – I think they only have it on iPhones. But its soo retro-cool!!
Phone Camera Lens 5-1 for iPhones and Androids – Lenses huh? These are getting more complicated.
Phone Camera Lens 5-1 with Zoom lens for iPhones and Androids – Taking it a bit on the next level I see…
Cell Phone Camera Lens 4-1 with Tripod – Ok you are really taking this a bit seriously. Talk about “Micro” Photography ehehehehe.. ehem..
Fun New and Retro Styled Polaroid Cameras:
So it seems that this trend will never die. There is nothing better than having an old fahion camera InstaTography right on your hands. I am so glad they brought these trend back.
Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera – Cobalt Blue
Polaroid Originals OneStep+ (9010) – Retro look molded with latest tech.
Fujifilm Instax Square SQ6 Instant Film Camera – This alone reminds me of the Instagram Logo.
Action Sports Enthusiast:
So your loved one can’t get enough of the outdoors? Here are some list that I’m sure they’ll appreciate the thoughts you put into this gift.
Campark ACT74 Action Camera 16MP 4K Wifi Camera – Very affordable alternative from GoPro Heroes.
APEMAN Action Camera 4K 20MP Wifi Ultra HD Camera with Accessories – Another alternative from GoPro Heroes but with accessories such as bags and some mounting kit.
Fujifilm FinePix XP Waterproof camera – I personally own one and these things are really waterproof underwater and very rugged.
GoPro Hero7 Black – Well this is the real deal! You can never go wrong with this!
Selfie Sticks and Tripods:
You think tripods are only for DSLR and heavy cameras? Well a lot of companies now caters for mobile devices and its very amusing how these things are…. especially if its being used in public. Whoever started this trend is pure genius!
Eocean 54-inch Selfie Stick Tripod – A selfie stick with extendable stand and a wireless control?! They are really pushing beyond your extended arm indeed!!
Ubeesize Phone Tripod Rig for vloggers – This is an interesting setup using them bendable arms.
Movo Universal Mini Camera table tripod – A table tripod with a little boost.
Content Creators Vloggers:
The following are for those that loves to video or document themselves every time, share their experiences whether streaming or uploading their videos in youtube. These list below won’t disappoint!
Comi Tech Digital Vlog Camera 24MP Ultra HD with WIFI. – Affordable as opposed to more expensive camera. A good starter who wants to dive into vlogging.
iShot Pro SecureGrip Universal 360 Rig – This is a simple setup rig and so much customization that can be done with this.
Canon PowerShot SX730 HS Digital Camera – This camera is for someone who is taking vlogging a bit more seriously.
Mpow H5 Active Noise Cancelling Headphones – Oh why headphones? Because this is essential for someone that needs to hear the clarity of audio while or after recording their session.
Mpow 059 Bluetooth Headphones wireless – Simply this one has no wires.
Movo VXR10 Universal Video Microphone kit – This is an entry shotgun mic to reduce wind noise and some pops for their video.
Rode VideoMicro Compact on-camera Mic with shock mount – They deliver quality stuff. I personally have a Rode as well. This is also for someone who is taking their video to the next level.
Canon PowerShot G7x Mark II with wifi & NFC. – This is for people who are very serious on doing vlogging in youtube/vimeo, etc.. The autofocus and tracking with this camera is excellent from the reviews I’ve read.
Camera related Novelty Items:
If you are one of those people who likes to gift things that are random and uncommon things that you don’t really see at your every day household. Then this list will be for you.
Strata Cubs Camera lens Coffee Mug – I love these things!! It’s amusing how authentic they look lol You can see it for yourself!
Camera Lens Coffee Mug Exact replica of Canon EF 24-105mm lens – This is almost like a gag gift lol I remember when someone gifted me a Nikon lens and I was shocked until I opened up the lid hahaha
Spy Camera Glasses 1080p support up to 32GB Fashion eyewear recorder – Are you feeling a bit of Austin Power lately? Yeah BABY!!
Outdoor sport action Camera sunglasses video recorder – This is a good alternative from goPro Heroes and want some eye protection that goes with it.
Ring WIFI Enabled Video Doorbell – This works with Alexa. These are cool so you could see who is in front of your door.
Aunex Video Doorbell with WIFI, Motion Detection wireless, HD Home Security – This one has some more features where it can detect motion. So if you have a package missing on your porch, you can catch that culprit since it was recorded.
Backpacks for Camera Gears:
One thing you should know for someone that loves Video and Photography, is that they must protect their gears. Not everytime they leave things lying around unprotected. They do take great care for those too… just like someone loves their car.
AmazonBasics Backpack for SLR/DSLR Camera and Accessories – Decent protection especially for beginners.
AmazonBasics Trekker Camera Backpack – Looks a lot more durable and weather resistant backpack.
USA Gear Camera Backpack w/laptop compartment and custom dividers – Lots of compartments on this one.
Think Tank Photo Streetwalker V2.0 Backpack (Black) – This one is the best backpack ever! I personally have this and never had ever failed on me. Rain, Snow, Sandy beaches, cold and hot weather… this back pack really protected my camera gear. Its amazing how I can even fit in two DSLR on this small backpack!
Drones:
This is a new wave of activity that has been going around now. Remote controlled Drones!! These things are pretty fun especially if you have video and some photography capability built into drones. They are capable of getting your shots that you cannot do when you are typically holding your camera. Drones can be used for business or hobby, so many possibilities that you can do with drones. Forewarning though… you must look up your local state laws when flying these things around. Some of the drones I listed below may require test and license. But some don’t as they are classified as toys.
Simrex X300C Mini Drone – Small drone copter with mounted camera.
Potensic T25 GPS FPV RC Drone with Live Camera Video – Looks a lot like DJi counterpart but at affordable price.
Drone Eye FPV Drone – This has compatibility with Go Pro Heroes even though this one comes with its own camera.
DJI Phantom PRO Drone – Now you are diving into the pro field. This one for sure will need to have your local state law checked as well as needed some license to fly this commercially or out on the field.
Well these sums it all up!
Now you are better prepared for the upcoming holiday! You can never go wrong with these gadgets! And some who knows? You might even buy one yourself! haha I hope you enjoy this blog and also if you would like to be my friend… please subscribe to my Mailing List on either the popup or on the right panel where the “SUBSCRIBE” section is. And you will also receive a “Survival Guide Photography for Beginners” tips for free!! Hope to see you all on my next blog!!!
Matt L.
