50+ Great Gifts for Filmmakers

Since DSLRs are used today for both photography and videography, the lines are becoming  more and more blurred.  Filmmakers may not be the easiest to shop for, especially if you are not a techie and cant tell 1080i from 1080p.  Here we try to make your choice easier by giving you a wide range of gift ideas for your favorite filmmaker.

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The list is constantly updated as we scour the internet and add more items (you might want to bookmark it).  The latest version includes new technologies and products which are being released.

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Mom Photographer’s Best Helpers: Review of the Peak Design Everyday Bags

I bet at least one bag from the Peak Design Everyday series is on maaany wishlists this year. And if it’s still not, there are good chances you’ll want to add another item to yours after reading this review.

Wondering what made me sound as if I’m earning commission from the bag producer?

Review of the Peak Design Everyday Bags

Watch the video below to get a quick idea of what’s so special about the Everyday Tote and Everyday Sling I got a chance to take a look at. And read on to find out all the occasions each of the bag worked well for. Hint: these don’t limit to just photo shoots.

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130 Amazing Gifts for Photographers Handpicked from All Over the Web- Updated

As does the art of photography, the art of giving needs inspiration. In our  gift guide you can find all kinds of gift ideas for every type of photographer, beginner to pro.  Our Gifts For Photographers buying guide has been a hit for years.

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Even if the recipient is not a photographer, one of these gifts will easily make them want to become one!

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REVIEW: Everyday Messenger Bag for Photographers… And Everyone Else!

Peak Design is familiar to any pro photographer and their latest Kickstarter project for their Everyday Bags that gathered over $6,000,000 of funding has made them famous far beyond the photography world.

While their new backpack, tote, and sling from the Everyday series are conquering the world, I’ve got a chance to put my hands on Peak Design’s Every Messenger that has already become classics to many.

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Below is my review of this stylish camera bag and messenger which includes a brief unboxing video.

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Aide de Camp Camera Bag Review: Where Function Meets Style

If you’re a woman in the photography business, you’ve probably heard of Aide de Camp by now. Yeah, it’s the company that has literally took camera bag out of the box (the clumsy black box), and proved that practical can be stylish.

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In this post I’m sharing my hands-on review of Aide de Camp’s new offering, the elegant Nadine Camera Bag. The tote bag is designed for travelling and fits a lot of purposes both a working photographer or travelling enthusiast may have for it.

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Essential Printing Tips & Best Printers for HDR Photography

Thanks to advances in camera and photo processing technology, even dedicated amateur photographers can shoot scenes that transcend reality. High Dynamic Range photography is one such technique which exploded in popularity over the course of the past several years largely due to the incredible range of tonal detail that result from combining exposures.

If you’re putting time and effort into creating beautiful HDR images, you’re going to want to produce prints with the same eye-grabbing appeal as on a high resolution screen. When you’re shopping for an HDR photo printer, what should you look for?

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Top Photography Accessories to Have

Photography is an expensive hobby, without a doubt. Some lenses or speedlights may cost even more than a camera body itself.

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After buying a DSLR camera you may need a few accessories to improve your workflow, keep your gear safe and secure.

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10 Essential Little Items To Help You Shoot On-Location

In the past, we have talked a lot about the big, important items of gear every photographer needs- like a Camera or a proper case to transport it.

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Today’s post however is dedicated to all the items that don’t seem like they can make a big difference. But trust me, they do.

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Review Of The Rugged Pelican 1510 Carry-On Case

If you own a lot of photography gear, you’ll likely want to protect it from any environmental dangers as well as possible. Pelican claims that the 1510 is a hardcase that is water-, dust- and crushproof while still meeting carry-on restrictions of international airlines. The Pelican 1510 can be carried with a handle or rolled with the integrated wheels.

Here’s my review:

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10 Accessories To Make Your Camera Bag Super-Interesting

Once you get into photography, many of the things you want to buy are very expensive, and all of the sudden those 15 lenses on your wish list seem to compete with your children’s college fund.

For some reason, you start feeling like you “need” stuff to be a better photographer. Truth be told, you don’t need much, but it’s a real challenge to stop investing in your now favorite activity. Let’s  entertain the idea you could get all those items in your wish list and even more fun things to put in your camera bag.

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