50 Best Tech and Photography Gifts for 2018

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Published on November 4, 2018
holiday camera gift
holiday camera gift
Stephanie Vermillion
Adorama ALC

Whether it’s a powerful surround speaker to help movie lovers level up their entertainment experience or a rugged camera for on-the-go adventure photographers, the holidays are a great time to give loved ones the tech and creative items they’ve been dreaming of. With exciting new product launches throughout 2018, we have innovative new photography and tech gift ideas galore for all your loved ones this holiday.

Canon EOS R Mirrorless Full Frame Digital Camera
Canon EOS R Mirrorless Full Frame Digital Camera

Canon EOS R Mirrorless Full Frame Digital Camera ()

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Canon’s first full-frame mirrorless camera, the highly rated Canon EOS R, will be a must-have for wedding, wildlife and action photographers and videographers this holiday. The 30.3 megapixel camera can photograph up to 8 fps; its 5,655 manually selectable auto-focus points also enable high-speed focusing in as low as 0.05 seconds. The camera’s ISO sensitivity reaches up to 40,000, which pairs well with low-light auto focus for sharp nighttime photography. The Canon EOS R records 4K videos at 30 fps and HD at 60 fps and 120 fps.


Flashpoint eVOLV 200 TTL Pocket Flash with Barndoor Kit
Flashpoint eVOLV 200 TTL Pocket Flash with Barndoor Kit

Flashpoint eVOLV 200 TTL Pocket Flash with Barndoor Kit ()

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The Flashpoint eVOLV 200 is perfect for travel, event, wedding and portrait photographers. With a 200-watt second strobe and high-speed sync up to 1/8000 second, this compact, portable flash system packs a big punch. It has interchangeable flash heads along with magnetized gels for special effects and a natty barndoor for accent lighting. Wireless triggering, easy setup and breakdown, and a long battery life make this highly rated system is a favorite among intermediate and advanced photographers.


Pelican MPB20 Water Resistant 20L Backpack
Pelican MPB20 Water Resistant 20L Backpack

Pelican MPB20 Water Resistant 20L Backpack ()

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The Pelican MPB20 Backpack is a must-have for travel and adventure photographers and filmmakers. The water resistant, durable build will keep up to 20 liters of gear protected through a variety of harsh (yet memorable!) expeditions, and the media pocket’s unique loop-and-lock zipper pull system will ensure your most valuable media is safe. With a large laptop sleeve and padded back panel, the Pelican MPB20 is great for everything from day trips to multiple-week adventures. It comes in black, gray, and olive.


Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW II Camera & Laptop Backpack
Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW II Camera & Laptop Backpack

Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW II Camera & Laptop Backpack ()

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With multiple gear access points, a CradleFit interior laptop pocket and an All Weather cover, the Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AWII is the perfect gift for photojournalists and travel, wildlife and adventure photographers, and filmmakers. The tough, rugged backpack features Lowepro’s proprietary ActivZone System that provides shoulder, lumbar, and waist support for comfort on longer treks. It also includes a SlipLock external tripod cup, as well as pockets on the detachable waist strap. The Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AWII comes in black and fits up to 25 liters of gear.


Fujifilm Instax SQUARE SQ6 Instant Film Camera
Fujifilm Instax SQUARE SQ6 Instant Film Camera

Fujifilm Instax SQUARE SQ6 Instant Film Camera ()

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From brides-to-be to new moms and travel lovers to college students, the Fujifilm Instax SQUARE SQ6 camera is the perfect gift for anyone hoping to capture a year full of memories in 2019. The stylish, highly reviewed portable camera is quick, easy to use, and comes in three colors — blue, gray, red, white, and gold. It shoots in a 1×1 square format. With selfie mode (and a selfie mirror), macro mode, landscape mode, double exposure mode, and light or dark mode, loved ones will have a blast capturing their best memories in the New Year and beyond.


LaCie 2TB Rugged Thunderbolt USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
LaCie 2TB Rugged Thunderbolt USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive

LaCie 2TB Rugged Thunderbolt USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive ()

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The LaCie Rugged Portable Hard Drive’s durability and speed make it a must-have for traveling photographers, filmmakers and digital nomads. It’s shock-, dust-, and water-resistant for all-terrain use, and bus-powered for complete mobility. With Thunderbolt speeds of up to 387 MB/s — not to mention universal Mac and PC connectivity — the LaCie Rugged Portable Hard Drive is a quick, easy-to-use addition to any traveler’s arsenal of gear. The hard drive is available in 1TB or 2TB versions.


Meural Canvas
Meural Canvas

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The Meural Canvas brings a vast collection of renowned and contemporary artwork straight to the home. Perfect for home owners and art enthusiasts, this unique Wi-Fi-connected frame has an ever-changing supply of artwork controlled by the Meural app, website or a hand wave. The Meural Canvas automatically detects vertical or horizontal orientation; it can also display personal photography, making it a great gift for photographers. Available in black, walnut, and white, each Meural Canvas uses FSC-certified American hardwood.


Aura Frames 9.7" High Resolution LED Digital Photo Frame
Aura Frames 9.7″ High Resolution LED Digital Photo Frame

Aura Frames 9.7″ High Resolution LED Digital Photo Frame ()

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The Aura Wi-Fi Frame displays an unlimited number of photographs with HD-resolution, making it a must-buy gift for homeowners, new parents, and almost any loved one in between. The frame is powered by an app that uses Smart Collection to auto-populate as new photographs are taken; this technology helps Aura avoid low contrast, blurry, or low-resolution images. Aura’s ultra-high density display ensures photographs look as sharp on the frame as they do on the user’s phone; auto dimming also ensures optimal brightness throughout the day. The frame can be controlled by app or hand gestures; it comes in black and gold.


Flashpoint XPLOR 600
Flashpoint XPLOR 600

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With 450 full-power, studio-quality flash bursts on a single charge, the Flashpoint XPLOR 600 is a must-have flash system for fashion, event, wedding and portrait photographers. The system is lightweight, portable and powerful — to the tune of 600-watt second strobe. It has a variety of professional flash feature settings, including FEC, rapid stroboscopic flash and first or second curtain sync, along with a clear LCD display for ease of use. The high-speed, 1/8000 second sync and focus-assist beam features make the Flashpoint XPLOR 600 a must-have gift for photographers this holiday.   


DJI Mavic 2 Zoom Drone
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom Drone

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Aerial photographers and videographers will be vying for the new DJI Mavic 2 Zoom this holiday season. This drone is a big step up from its predecessor; it has top-notch zoom capabilities with a 24-48mm, 12-megapixel camera. With features such as Hyperlapse, active trap, and the cinematic dolly zoom, the DJI Mavic 2 Zoom will help enthusiasts improve the quality of their drone footage. Flight speeds can reach up to 47.7 mph, with a long-lasting battery that enables flying times of up to 31 minutes. Drone safety remains a priority, with sensors to avoid obstacles on all sides, and make sure to follow all of the steps in our beginner’s guide to drones to know exactly where you can and cannot fly.


Nikon D850 DSLR Camera
Nikon D850 DSLR Camera

Nikon D850 DSLR Camera ()

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With a variety of upgraded features, the Nikon D850 is a highly sought after holiday item for photographers and videographers. The 45.7 megapixel camera has an ISO range of 64 to 25,600, as well as fast auto focus even in dark settings and 7 fps continuous shooting. It comes with a “do not disturb” mode for silent photography – especially great for wedding days, press conferences or even wildlife. When it comes to video, the Nikon D850’s 4K and 8K time-lapse features, 120 fps slow motion and automatic microphone adjustments are top notch.


Nikon Z7 FX-Format Mirrorless Camera
Nikon Z7 FX-Format Mirrorless Camera

Nikon Z7 FX-Format Mirrorless Camera ()

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The new Nikon Z7 packs a big punch into a small, lightweight camera. Part of Nikon’s new Z Series line of mirrorless cameras, the 45.7 megapixel Z7 has 493 auto focus points with a native ISO from 64 to 25,600. Travel photographers and filmmakers will especially be drawn to the portability and quick functionality. The camera weighs 2.4 pounds (with lens), and features a bright 3.2-inch touchscreen. Its video features will also delight filmmakers across industries; the Z7 captures 4K video at 30 fps with 8K time-lapse and a Nikon N-log option to retain highest quality image detail. The camera is available as body-only, or with a NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S lens.


Fujifilm X-T3 Mirrorless Camera
Fujifilm X-T3 Mirrorless Camera

Fujifilm X-T3 Mirrorless Camera ()

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With fast shooting up to 30 fps and 4K video at 60p — a first in among mirrorless digital cameras — the Fujifilm X-T3 is a must-have camera for photographers and videographers this holiday. The new mirrorless camera retains the iconic retro design of Fujifilm’s X series, yet the features are anything but old school. The camera’s 26.1 megapixel sensor has 2.16M phase detection pixels and a low-light limit of -3EV, ensuring photographers can focus easily—and sharply—in low-light and night photography. The Fujifilm X-T3, which launched this fall, is available in black and silver body, or with an included XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS lens


Canon IVY Mini Photo Printer
Canon IVY Mini Photo Printer

Canon IVY Mini Photo Printer ()

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The pocket-friendly, portable Canon IVY Mini Photo Printer is the perfect gift for everyone from college students to parents this holiday season. The app-enabled, cord-free new system lets users print photos directly from a smartphone. The photos can be customized in the Canon Mini Print app to include emojis, stickers, filters, text or even collages. The photo printer’s ZINK, 2”x3” photo paper is smudge-free with peel-and-stick functionality. Color options include mint green, rose gold, and slate gray.


GoPro Hero7 Black
GoPro Hero7 Black

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Great for travelers and adventure enthusiasts, the new GoPro HERO7 retains its rough and rugged appeal, with top-notch features such as HyperSmooth, gimbal-like video, voice control and on-the-move time-lapse videos. The GoPro team took image quality up a notch with the new SuperPhoto functionality that adds HDR to photographs in any light, as well as touch zoom capabilities. With 240fps at 1080p, filmmakers can record extreme slow-motion footage for dramatic effect. The HERO7 is waterproof without housing up to 33 feet. Check out the camera in action, as Steve Sweatpants takes it out for a hands-on review


Google Home And Home Mini
Google Home And Home Mini

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With a built-in, smart assistant and the ability to broadcast throughout the house, Google Home will be a major hit for new home owners and parents this holiday. The device can play white noise, answer questions, and provide workout reminders as needed. Voice recognition also enables intelligent, hands-free calling (it calls the right “mom” depending on which user requests it.) Taking technology a step further, Google Home can create routines based on set phrases, such as white noise cued by “Good night, Google.” This system includes one Google Home and one Google  Home mini (for functionality in a second room).


Atomos Ninja V
Atomos Ninja V

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With top-of-the-line recording and monitor capabilities, the Ninja V will be a hit among documentary, travel, commercial and lifestyle filmmakers this holiday. The Ninja V records up to 4K at 60fps for 150 minutes. The high-quality, 5.2-inch HDR touch screen has over 10 stops of dynamic range, ensuring filmmakers can view their shots even in bright daylight. The Ninja V is also a great gift for gamers; it can record hours of content from any HDMI gaming unit.


Sony Alpha a7 III 24MP UHD 4K Mirrorless Digital Camera
Sony Alpha a7 III 24MP UHD 4K Mirrorless Digital Camera

Sony Alpha a7 III 24MP UHD 4K Mirrorless Digital Camera ()

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The Sony a7 III made waves when it launched in February; the 24.2 megapixel camera combines much of what Sony users love from the A7S and A7R lines into one affordable body. The camera — a must-have for wedding, portrait, travel and wildlife photographers and videographers — has an easy-to-use touchscreen for focusing and control, as well as an ISO range of 100 to 51,200, expandable to 50 to 204,800 for stills. With 5-axis stabilization to reduce camera shake, time-lapse options and twice the battery life, the Sony a7 III is a reliable, highly reviewed camera.


Microsoft Studio 2
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The Surface Studio 2, which launched in early October, will help creative loved ones level up their work this holiday season. The 28” PixelSense screen offers 13.5 million pixels, gives creatives the chance to create and review content on a bright, accurate and high-quality display. With a touch screen that tilts from upright to drafting mode, creatives can work at their best and most natural angles. The powerful Surface system offers SSD storage for faster file handling. Its built-in microphones also enable hands-free functionality with Cortana, a system that — through voice command — will check calendars or play music from across the room.


Bose Home Speaker 500
Bose Home Speaker 500

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Whether it’s entertaining at a house party or getting help from Alexa, the Bose Home Speaker 500 will delight new home owners, college students and parents this holiday. This small-but-mighty five-pound speaker offers wall-to-wall stereo sound, with the capability to fill any room — no matter the size. The Alexa-enabled speaker lets users select songs or access weather reports and news headlines via voice control. With Spotify and Amazon music compatibility and the all-in-one Bose Music app, this new speaker will take entertaining up a notch this holiday season and beyond.


Tamron AF 17-35mm f/2.8-4 Di OSD AF Lens 
Tamron AF 17-35mm f/2.8-4 Di OSD AF Lens

Tamron AF 17-35mm f/2.8-4 Di OSD AF Lens ()

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This ultra-wide angle Tamron 17-35mm lens offers top-notch image quality with accurate lighting, high levels of sharpness and contrast. At just one pound and a filter diameter of 77mm, this compact and portable lens is perfect for on-the-go and landscape photographers. It also has leak-proof seals, protecting it from dust, dirt, water and oil, making it great for adventure photographers, too. The lens, which debuted in August, offers blurred background effects when shooting full open aperture; the 17-35mm range offers versatility in the field.


Pentax HD Pentax-D FA 50mm f/1.4 SDM AW Lens 
Pentax HD Pentax-D FA 50mm f/1.4 SDM AW Lens

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The full-frame HD PENTAX-D FA 50mm f/1.4 is a prime, professional-quality lens, perfect for portrait, wedding, family and lifestyle photographers. The combination of 50mm focal length with a f/1.4 aperture will deliver crisp, bright photographs with ultra-sharp subjects and soft, blurred backgrounds. The lens, which was announced in late June, was designed to reduce flare and ghosting in tough lighting situations. With PENTAX’s Super Protect Coating, the lens is sealed against dust, water and grease — making it great for outdoor photographers, too.


Bose Sleepbuds
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Bose Noise-Masking In-Ear Wireless Sleepbuds ()

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Great for travelers, college students or loved ones with a snoring spouse, the Bose Noise-Masking In-Ear Wireless Headphones can drown out the loudest of disturbances. These highly rated headphones are designed with comfort, serenity and—most importantly—sleep in mind; instead of music, they play soothing sounds that mask unwanted noises. The headphones come in small, medium and large; the included charging case can provide one full charge when unplugged on the go. Users can sync the headphones with Bose’s sleep app to create customized settings and alarms.


Roland V-1HD HD Video Switcher
Roland V-1HD HD Video Switcher

Roland V-1HD HD Video Switcher ()

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For the professional videographers and producers in your life, the V-1HD HD Video Switcher is a great option for live event video switching. It has four HDMI inputs, two HDMI outputs and an easy-to-use interface that offers picture-in-picture functionality as well as up to full, 1080p HD. The preview output has three available modes, including multi-view, output and preview. The V-1HD HD Video Switcher has a variety of live video transitions including cut, mix, wipe and transformer styles, as well as effects such negative, silhouette, and monocolor.


Polk Audio LSi M702 F/X Surround Speakers
Polk Audio LSi M702 F/X Surround Speakers

Polk Audio LSi M702 F/X Surround Speakers ()

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The Polk Audio LSi M702 F/X Surround Speakers are great for music and movie lovers. With full-range sound from a three-way driver system, the speakers ensure crisp highs, a lifelike midrange and accurate bass. The high-quality speakers can be mounted to the walls or situated on stands to immerse viewers in their favorite TV shows and movies. These surround speakers — as well as the Polk Audio LSiM 707 Loudspeaker and the Polk Audio LSiM703 Loudspeaker — can fill a variety of room sizes with realistic and crisp audio, just like a movie theater.


Polk Audio LSi M702 F/X Surround Speakers
Polk Audio LSi M702 F/X Surround Speakers

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The perfect gift for everyone from movie lovers to new home owners, the Polk Audio S6: American HiFi Home Theater Tower Speaker delivers crisp, clean, full-range surround sound for movies, TV and music. The patented speaker technology ensures only the most authentic, immersive audio is emitted; it’s capable of delivering 40kHz, supporting the latest high-resolution audio. Sturdy tower feet ensure the speaker can safely stand on hard floors or carpet, and the black-washed walnut finish help tastefully integrate the speaker into any room of the house.


Shure BRH31M-NXLR4F Lightweight Single-Sided Broadcast Headset 
Shure BRH31M-NXLR4F Lightweight Single-Sided Broadcast Headset

Shure BRH31M-NXLR4F Lightweight Single-Sided Broadcast Headset ()

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This Shure BRH31M Headset is a must-have for commercial, event, theatrical and documentary filmmakers. With a single supra-aural earcup design, users can hear high-quality communication feeds in one ear and external audio cues in the other. The lightweight and durable headset includes a dynamic and customizable boom microphone that can pivot from the left to right side based on preference. The headset is compatible with a variety of devices, including cameras, mixers and soundboards, and wireless body packs.


Sonos Beam
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With clean, immersive sound in a sleek, high-quality body, the Sonos Beam Soundbar is a great gift for music, movie and video game enthusiasts. The speaker syncs with Alexa for quick and easy voice control, managed with the device’s five far-field microphones for voice detection. It includes one tweeter, four elliptical full-range woofers, and five smart drivers to ensure a balanced, three-channel surround sound. The speaker, which comes in black and white, can be installed underneath the TV for discreet yet powerful sound.


CinemizerOLED Video Glasses Powered by Zeiss
CinemizerOLED Video Glasses Powered by Zeiss

CinemizerOLED Video Glasses Powered by Zeiss ()

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Travelers and movie lovers can watch their favorite entertainment on the go with the new Zeiss Cinemizer OLED Glasses. The portable, 0.1-pound glasses include soft silicon nose pads and two rubber ear clips for a comfortable fit. Glasses wearers can also join in on the fun as the OLED glasses can be configured in the settings wheel for prescriptions ranging from -5 to +2 diopters in each eye. With an HDMI adapter, the glasses can be connected to smartphones for entertainment streaming; they can also sync with gaming consoles such as the PS3 and Xbox.


Apple iPad Pro
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The new iPad Pro packs a lot of power into its 11” body. The redesigned Retina display is bright, less reflective and ahead of the curve in responsiveness. It has a full-size onscreen keyboard and supports a A12X Bionic chip—meaning videos and games will play smoothly with lifelike effects. Perfect for on-the-go photographers, the iPad Pro pairs seamlessly with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, ensuring photos can be accurately edited anytime, anywhere. It also works with the Apple Pencil, making the iPad Pro a great tool for traveling artists, too.


Fitbit Charge 3
Fitbit Charge 3

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The new, completely waterproof Fitbit Charge 3 will be a must have gift among fitness and health enthusiasts this holiday season. Users can wear the Fitbit Charge 3 in the shower or the pool — a feature Fitbit fans have been pining for. The device includes a touchscreen grayscale OLED display with Gorilla Glass for durability. With new technology to track blood oxygen and improved heart rate sensors, the Fitbit Charge 3 will help users reach their optimal fitness potential. The device comes with an improved seven-day battery life, automatic exercise recognition, sleep tracking and guided breathing sessions. 


Apple MacBook Pro with Touch Bar
Apple MacBook Pro with Touch Bar

Apple MacBook Pro with Touch Bar ()

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The fast, new MacBook Pro has the brightest, most colorful Mac notebook display to date with a top-of-the-line Multi-Touch enabled glass strip that replaces the function keys on the keyboard for quick access. The Touch Bar offers unique controls across Mac software, including photos, Final Cut Pro, mail, Safari and more. It’s also customizable based on user preference. The 15.4” MacBook Pro comes with high-performance processors and storage that make graphic design, video editing and gaming more efficient than ever. Color options include space gray and silver.


Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones II
Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones II

Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones II ()

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The Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones II are the perfect gift for travelers this holiday. With the customizable option to choose colors for nine different parts of the headphones — not to mention new, direct access to Alexa and Google Assistant — these top-of-the-line headphones guarantee Bose quality with fun, colorful flair. The headphones are designed for all-day comfort, with plush ear cushions made from synthetic leather. Impact-resistant materials keep the headphones tough and safe through travel and adventures. 


Peak Design Travel Backpack
Peak Design Travel Backpack

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With durability and a versatile, expandable design, the carry Peak Design Travel Backpack will be a hit among travelers this holiday. The Sage-colored pack meets international carry-on size requirements; with collapsible features, it can alternate between a larger 45 liter pack and a 35 liter day bag. It includes numerous internal and external pockets, weatherproof zips, a secure main cavity and designated laptop slot. The roomy bag can fit a variety of travel gear, including cameras, clothing, toiletries and even certain drones.


Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III ()

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Don’t be fooled by this Sony Cyber-shot’s point-and-shoot functionality; with an f/1.8-2.8 Zeiss 24-70mm lens, this camera delivers top-notch image quality. Great for travelers or hobbyist photographers, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III is lightweight and compact with a number of helpful features, including a pop-up electronic viewfinder, a 180-tilt screen for selfies and an ultra-fast processor for high-quality photographs and videos. The 20.1 megapixel sensor paired with back-illuminated technology help this camera deliver great results in bright daylight and low-light, as well as indoors and outside.


Bose SoundLink Micro Bluetooth Speaker
Bose SoundLink Micro Bluetooth Speaker

Bose SoundLink Micro Bluetooth Speaker ()

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The small-but-mighty SoundLink Micro Bluetooth Speaker will delight everyone from hikers to bikers and home owners to college students this holiday season. The half-pound speaker delivers high-quality, powerful sound on the go; the built-in, sturdy strap attaches to bikes, backpacks and other gear. Made of silicone rubber, the speaker can withstand drops, falls and even an accidental dip in the pool or ocean. The speaker is available in three colors: dark blue, orange, and black.


Ricoh Theta V 360 Degree Spherical Panorama Camera
Ricoh Theta V 360 Degree Spherical Panorama Camera

Ricoh Theta V 360 Degree Spherical Panorama Camera ()

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Perfect for travelers, photographers and content creators, the Theta V 360° is a compact, easy-to-use spherical camera. With 14 megapixels and 4K video, this 360° camera can help creators capture a high-res still or video that makes viewers feel like they’re in the scene. The device also offers omni-directional audio recording to capture the real, authentic feel of a place. With a high-sensitivity range of ISO 3200 for stills and ISO 6400 for video, the Theta V 360° works in low-light situations, too.


Ricoh Theta V 360 Degree Spherical Panorama Camera
Ricoh Theta V 360 Degree Spherical Panorama Camera

Manfrotto Befree Advanced Twist Aluminum Travel Tripod with Ball Head ()

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Travel photographers and videographers will love the portability of the Manfrotto Befree Tripod. Designed with quick set up and ease-of-use in mind, this tripod features a new spider that ensures perfect stability on all types of terrain. The new M-lock system also offers quick and secure operation to keep cameras protected during run-and-gun shoot days, and the ball head includes three independent controls for establishing the right shot. Extremely portable, the tripod weighs three pounds and breaks down to 1.3 feet. 


Benro Tripster Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod/Monopod
Benro Tripster Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod/Monopod

Benro Tripster Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod/Monopod ()

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The highly functional Benro Tripster Travel Tripod/Monopod is a great, versatile holiday gift for travel and adventure photographers and videographers. The portable tripod’s center column connects to the tripod leg to form a full-size monopod; the ballhead can be removed for further adaptability. Built for small cameras and full-frame DSLRs (maximum 26 pounds), this tripod is equally suited for video and stills. The tripod can break down to 1.25 feet, with a weight of 3.5 pounds.


Dell Gaming Notebook Computer 
Dell Gaming Notebook Computer

Dell Gaming Notebook Computer ()

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An excellent gift for gaming enthusiasts, the Dell Alienware 17 includes realistic graphics and a VR-ready system that brings physically realistic elements such as visuals, sound and touch interactions into virtual reality. The computer includes top-of-the-line Tobii eye tracking, enabling users to naturally control the game experience based on head turns, eye focus and exchanged looks with other players. Additional new features include in-game coaching, facial recognition technology and an upgraded Alienware TactX keyboard that supports over 108 key commands.


LG Gaming Monitor 
LG Gaming Monitor

LG Gaming Monitor ()

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The new LG 27UD58P-B Gaming monitor packs 8.3 million pixels onto its Ultra HD 4K screen, offering top-notch clarity designed with gamers in mind. With a versatile screen that tilts and pivots from landscape to portrait orientation, built-in stabilization features and AMD FreeSync for fluid, fast-pace game play, this monitor will be a top holiday gift for gamers this year. The monitor’s usability goes beyond gaming; users can split screens for multitasking with four different picture-in-picture options.


Wacom Cintiq 13HD 13.3" Creative Pen Display
Wacom Cintiq 13HD 13.3″ Creative Pen Display

Wacom Cintiq 13HD 13.3″ Creative Pen Display ()

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The Cintiq 13HD’s slim design and high performance gives artists, designers, photographers, and illustrators the chance to create detailed, color-critical work through a natural pen-on-screen experience. From a full HD resolution display that can render 16.7 million colors to the adjustable, ergonomic stand, the Cintiq 13HD will help creatives level up their work in the New Year and beyond. The system’s pressure-sensitive pen — or the separate Wacom Grip Pen which combines 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity — further elevate the experience. Similar to a paintbrush or marker, artists can change the exposure, brush size or line weight based on pressure and angle.


Microsoft Surface Go
Microsoft Surface Go

Microsoft Surface Go ()

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The new Surface Go is lightweight, portable and perfect for college students, recent graduates and on-the-go loved ones this holiday. At 1.15 pounds, the smallest Surface yet is also completely versatile; users can switch it between three modes based on preference: laptop mode, tablet mode and studio mode. It offers up to nine hours of battery life, a user-friendly touchscreen and multiple built-in apps.


Leica Q (Typ 116) Compact Digital Camera
Leica Q (Typ 116) Compact Digital Camera

Leica Q (Typ 116) Compact Digital Camera ()

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The highly rated Leica Q Compact Digital Camera packs major power into its small, 1.4-pound body. Great for travel, landscape, architecture, and street photographers, the full-frame, 24-megapixel Leica Q  camera has an image sensitivity of ISO 50,000, helping it deliver high-quality images in low-light or macro situations. As fast as it is sharp, the Leica Q can shoot up to speeds of 10 fps at full resolution. The camera has built-in features such as focus peaking and live view zoom, as well as video recordings in full HD.


Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera ()

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With up to 18 fps sequential shooting and precise continue auto-focus tracking, the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II will be a hit among wildlife, sport, wedding, and event photographers. The camera has 121 points of on-chip phase detection with vertical and horizontal lines for accuracy. At 20 megapixels with 4K video capabilities, image quality and clarity are also top notch. The camera features live composite and live bulb modes, giving photographers the chance to capture clean nighttime photographs.


Olympus PEN E-PL9 16.1MP Mirrorless Camera 
Olympus PEN E-PL9 16.1MP Mirrorless Camera

Olympus PEN E-PL9 16.1MP Mirrorless Camera ()

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The 35mm point-and-shoot Olympus PEN E-PL9 camera is a great gift for travel and hobbyist photographers. The camera’s advanced photo mode helps users shoot a variety of styles, including live composite, live time, multi exposure and HDR. It also has a touch shutter for selfies that generate a clean self-portrait with a natural, blurred background, as well as an art filter that adds a retro look to images. The camera comes in black, honey brown, and pearl white, and also with an optional M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ Lens.


Intel Ultra-Slim Compute Stick, Intel Atom X5-Z8300 1.44GHz) Processor 
Intel Ultra-Slim Compute Stick, Intel Atom X5-Z8300 1.44GHz) Processor

Intel Ultra-Slim Compute Stick ()

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At just four inches, the Intel Compute Stick may be small (it’s about the size of a pack of gum), but it’s a PC powerhouse. This device has a quad-core Intel Atom processor that transforms any HDMI TV into a complete computer. It has the same operating system, high-quality graphics and wireless connectivity as a full-sized computer at a fraction of the size. With plug-and-go performance, the Intel Compute Stick is perfect for educators, parents and business owners this holiday season.


Apple Wireless Bluetooth AirPods
Apple Wireless Bluetooth AirPods

Apple Wireless Bluetooth AirPods ()

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Great for traveling, exercising and life on the go, the Apple Wireless Bluetooth AirPods deliver high-quality AAC audio without the cords. The AirPods can sense when they’re in a user’s ears and pause music when they’re taken out. With 24-hour battery life (and a quick charge time when necessary), the AirPods offer top-notch performance in two small earbuds. The AirPods are Siri enabled with a dual beamforming microphone, and can seamlessly switch between different Apple devices.


Sony FDR-AX53 16.6MP 4K Ultra HD Camcorder
Sony FDR-AX53 16.6MP 4K Ultra HD Camcorder

Sony FDR-AX53 16.6MP 4K Ultra HD Camcorder ()

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The Sony FDR-AX53 Handycam delivers impeccable image quality — think 4K footage with a 16.6 megapixel sensor — in a small, handheld camcorder. Perfect for everyone from new parents to travelers, this small Handycam includes super image stabilization, efficient and quick autofocus, and high-quality audio recording. The Handycam can withstand low-light situations, and has a built-in wide angle ZEISS lens for landscapes and indoor scenes; the extensive zoom capabilities also ensure users can capture subjects from far away.


Adorama Gift Card
Adorama Gift Card

Adorama Gift Card (any amount up to $1,000)

An Adorama gift card is a great option for photographers and videographers who have everything this holiday. Available via email or post, the gift card comes in amounts up to $1,000 and can be used online or in-store.

Want more gift ideas? Check out our other holiday gift guides for inspiration: 

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15 Must-Have Gifts for the Canon Shooter
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Stephanie Vermillion
Stephanie Vermillion is a wedding, documentary and small business filmmaker covering the New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania area, as well as a travel and lifestyle journalist reporting on a variety of topics across the globe. Combining Stephanie’s interests in storytelling, love, wildlife, travel and media, Stephanie Vermillion Studio was built from the ground up in her one-bedroom apartment in Hoboken, New Jersey. Stephanie’s writing and photography have been published in outlets like Mental Floss and Elite Daily, and her filmmaking includes everything from East Coast weddings to awareness-building wildlife conservation films around the world.