25 fun and useful gifts for photographers of all skill levels

The Nikon D3500 is the perfect camera for someone getting started with photography and looking to advance past iPhone photos. It shoots great photos on automatic mode, and offers full manual control and advanced features. The less-expensive model comes with an 18-55mm kit lens, but it's also worth considering the two-lens bundle, which includes a 70-300mm lens for just $100 more.

These iconic cufflinks look just like an actual camera dial.

The DJI Spark is one of the best all-purpose devices for someone getting into drone photography. It has a stabilized camera capable of taking 12 MP photos and 1080p video.

This harness makes it easy to strap a GoPro to a dog to see the world from its perspective.

Joby's GorillaPods are ultra-portable and flexible, making it easy to set up anywhere. The 3K version can hold 6.6 pounds, which is enough for most standard DSLR and lens combos. The 5K version can hold up to 11 pounds, making it a better fit for professional kits.

The Instax Mini 90 has a sleek retro style and offers advanced controls like flash metering, double exposure mode, and much more. For a more affordable, but less advanced version, check out the popular Instax Mini 9.

Peak Design's line of Everyday bags are easy to reconfigure on the go, making them perfect as camera bags and regular everyday carry bags. You can read our full review here.

Keepsake is a new startup that offers photo printing and framing for a fraction of the price you'd find elsewhere. Read our full review here.

These are perfect for any photographer who also loves to bake.

A multitool can be helpful for setting up during shoots and fixing almost anything that goes wrong.

This novelty mug is as fun as it is functional.

Inspiration is crucial to any photographer, which means looking at other works can be incredibly valuable. You can look through other photography books here, including by subcategory such as photojournalism, architecture, and travel.

Lume Cube offers 10 levels of on- or off-camera light and can fit just about anywhere. There's also a smartphone-compatible mount kit available exclusively at the Apple Store.

The base layer protects from minor bumps and scratches and can be carried on its own, or used to protect a camera in a regular bag.

The Peak Slide Lite is easy to attach and remove, to adjust, and to reposition. For the heaviest DSLRs, consider the regular Slide, and for ultra-light DSLRs and mirrorless cameras, you may want to look at the Leash. However, the Slide Lite is an ideal "Goldilocks" strap — it's just right for just about any scenario.

By using the grip with the compatible app, you can unlock the advanced power of your smartphone's camera.

Udemy courses are an easy, cost-effective way to learn new skills and improve old techniques. Find a course you want to give, and click "Gift This Course" toward the upper-right corner.

This cloth is designed for camera lenses and features a clip-on case, so it's never far from your camera bag.

Nikon's centennial was in 2017, but it isn't too late to get some awesome collectibles, like this pin set featuring both classic and current cameras in a shadowbox display case.

A tabletop pop-up photo studio makes it easy to take professional photos of products and smaller objects. The AmazonBasics version is a little pricier than some alternatives, but it's universally the best reviewed.

Olloclip makes wide-angle, macro, fish-eye, and telephoto lenses compatible with a wide range of smartphones. Be sure to select the right phone model.

The ANAFI is a more advanced "prosumer" drone, which shoots 4K video and takes 21 megapixel photos.

These cute stuffed animals fit around the outside of a camera lens, making it easier to hold a kids' attention for photos.

These memory cards are a must-have for any adventure photographer — they can withstand water, dust, magnetic energy, static electricity, and more.

This universal smartphone tripod mount can rotate to hold a phone in landscape or portrait mode, and holds a phone more securely than many similar mounts that just rely on a spring.