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This essential guide is for anyone wondering what gift to get for someone who likes wildlife photography. Both wildlife and bird photographers are drawn to being out in nature in order to pursue their passion for this wonderful past time, but with expensive cameras and long lenses driving the genre, it can be tricky to find gifts for wildlife lovers.
Fear not as we include a variety of the best gifts for wildlife and bird photographers, which they will absolutely love. You’ll find ideas catering to every budget, from useful photo accessories under £50 that they’ll appreciate to far more expensive gifts they will cherish.
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Wildlife and bird photography have witnessed a surge in popularity, especially since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The global health crisis prompted many photographers to explore new genres or embrace nature photography as a healthy and fulfilling pursuit.
As prolonged indoor periods become ever more challenging, an increasing number of individuals, including those with a casual interest in nature and birding, are finding a connection with the great outdoors. This shift reflects a broader trend where individuals turn to the inspiration of wildlife and bird photography, popularised by social media and YouTubers such as Morten Hilmer, Trond Westby and Steve Mattheis to name a handful.
The growth of this hobby is also propelled by advancements in camera technology, featuring lighter and more advanced options, including lenses, tripods, and tripod heads. The continuous evolution of cameras has lead to increased speed and more precise autofocus with specific wildlife settings, which prove indispensable for enthusiasts engaged in bird and wildlife photography.
Items within this price range serve as ideal stocking fillers and as more significant gifts for birthdays and special occasions. A variety of practical accessories for bird watching and wildlife photography are available under £50, making it easy to find the perfect present.
If your budget extends to £200, there's no denying you can buy a wonderful gift that will be both useful and welcome. We've thought of plenty of options, but narrowed down this selection to the six most practical and unique ideas that will make for memorable pressies.
Nature photographers depend on lots of equipment to enhance their hobby, and all these gift ideas are priced above £200. Each has the potential to elevate a wildlife photographer's passion, providing them with exceptional pieces of photography gear, which will be most welcome.
Gimbal tripod heads
Gimbals can be added to a monopod or tripod and allow the photographer to pan and follow their subject quickly, even with a huge lens. It is an essential piece of equipment for many professional wildlife photographers.
For those without a tripod or facing issues with flimsy ones, these three options promise to astonish your recipient with the possibilities a sturdy tripod brings. Expect them to boast about sharper photos, increased 'keepers,' and you’ll see one delighted photographer!
A teleconverter is a small lens addition which effectively extends the reach of a telephoto lens. Many hobbyist and professional wildlife photographers use a teleconverter to get closer to the action and we are sure your loved one would be thrilled to receive one of these as a present.
We do recommend checking compatibility with their lens, so please contact us and we will be happy to help if you get stuck. Prices range from around £100 to £600 depending on the brand.
We have compiled the 10 most popular binoculars and spotting scopes which our customers buy to view nature, wildlife and to spot birds. Any of these would make a fabulous gift and can be used for all manner of outdoor wildlife viewing by anyone who is enjoying the great outdoors. Features to look out for are best magnification, stabilisation and waterproofing. If you are buying a gift around November be sure to check our Black Friday binocular offers as we would expect to see some fantastic deals around that time.
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£89.00 |
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£90.67 |
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£129.00 |
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£149.00 |
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£169.00 |
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£199.00 |
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£199.00 |
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£279.00 |
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£434.00 |
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£1,449.00 |
Park Cameras resident photo and video guru Gareth Evans hosts two Tutorial Tuesday video tips about wildlife and bird photography.You could even get a cost effective second-hand lens and work with both to find your perfect partner.
5 Tips for Bird Photography video
Wildlife Photography
Visit our resident wildlife expert Andy Rouse’s website gallery as we particularly love his wild hares gallery. The Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year is also an incredibly inspiring gallery as is the Bird Photography of the year (2023) here.
We have posted a number of wildlife and bird photography blog posts over the years, which may be of interest;
Best equipment posts covering accessories, lenses and cameras for wildlife:
This series of buying guides also looks at best gifts for portrait photographers, and best home working equipment buys which you can find here.
And don't forget to take a look at our buying guide with Photography Gifts For The Whole Family to suit a range of budgets and you might like Ultimate Best Buys For Street Photography!
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By Nick Dautlich on 05/12/2023
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