Best Canon Camera Holiday Gifts in 2022

Canon’s new flagship full-frame mirrorless camera has arrived just in time for the 2021 holiday season, and it is an absolute powerhouse option for the professional Canon shooter on your gift list. With features like a back-illuminated, stacked 24.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, DIGIC X image processor with an ISO range of 100-102400; expandable to 204800, eye control AF (a first for Canon EOS digital cameras), and the capability to record 6K 60P RAW or 4K 120p 10-bit (uncropped) with Canon Log 3, it’s the camera everyone is talking about, and would be one amazing gift this season. Check out photographer Ab Sesay’s hands-on review of the Canon EOS R3 to see it in action.

The Canon EOS R full-frame mirrorless digital camera was Canon’s first-frame mirrorless camera, and still packs a punch to this day. Its lightweight build and 30.3-megapixel dual pixel CMOS AF sensor, along with other fantastic photo features, make it a great camera for an enthusiast photographer who cares about weight and performance.

Yes, the EOS R3 was released, but that doesn’t mean the EOS R5 has lost any of its luster, and is still considered one of the best, most powerful cameras on the market. The EOS R5 is a do-it-all machine (just see what Canon Explorer of Light Lindsay Adler has to say), with a 45-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, a DIGIC X image processor with ISO range of 100-51200, expandable to 102400, and the ability to shoot video at 8K 30fps (you heard right, 8K). It can even track moving subjects like people and animals using deep learning technology.

The Canon EOS R5 is one of the best cameras Canon has ever made, and should be seriously considered when shopping for a professional Canon shooter.

Launched with the EOS R5 in 2020, the EOS R6 is an incredibly capable, powerful camera that, spec-wise, is well suited for a photographer, and can also shoot beautiful 4K 60fps. Take a look at how Canon Explorer of Light Vanessa Joy used the Canon EOS R6 to capture gorgeous shots.

However, what makes the EOS R6 so special is its fantastic dynamic range and low light performance, with a DIGIC X image processor that allows for a whopping ISO range of 100-102400; expandable to 204800. That’s nearly double the ISO range of the EOS R5, making this camera a fantastic gift for photographers who shoot astrophotography, or other low light environments.

If you have a filmmaker and Canon shooter on your gift list, definitely check out the compact and competitively priced Canon EOS C70 digital camera. This cinema camera features Canon’s next generation Super 35mm dual gain output sensor (DGO), increasing total dynamic range up to 16 stops, as well as Canon’s exclusive dual pixel CMOS autofocus technology. It also features the Canon RF mount, so it can work seamlessly with Canon’s industry-leading RF series lenses.

Looking for the perfect camera bundle for the content creator on your shopping list? The Canon EOS M50 Mark II content creator kit is the perfect option. The kit includes everything a creator needs to create amazing content, including the fantastic Canon EOS M50 Mark II camera body, an EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens, camera strap, battery pack and charger, Bluetooth tripod grip for vlogging and recording video, a stereo microphone for quality audio, and all the charging cables you’d need. It’s an easy, one-stop gift bundle for the budding creative in your life.

Looking for a gift for a Canon shooter who shoots commercial events? The Canon XA11 compact professional camcorder is a fantastic option, with features like an HD CMOS pro image sensor, a powerful DIGIC DV 4 image processor, and a versatile 20x high definition optical zoom lens with a focal length range of 26.8-576mm, to produce full HD content at a professional level.

If you’re looking for a fantastic wide-angle prime lens that doesn’t break the bank, look no further than the Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM lens. It provides portability and performance, with a flat aperture of f/2.8, priced right under $300. That’s a fantastic value for a lens in this category.

The Canon RF 14-35mm f/4 L IS USM Lens is built for landscape photographers. This lens provides an extremely wide focal length of 14mm, with no warp or fish-eye effect — just see how photographer Josh Katz used this versatile lens. It’s a sharp, fast lens, and a must-have gift for any landscape-focused Canon shooter this holiday season.

Simply put, the Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM lens is one of the most powerful and impressive lenses Canon has ever made, and would be the ultimate gift to a professional Canon shooter this holiday season. With a groundbreaking flat f/2 aperture, it’s like having three to four prime lenses in one amazing lens. It’s just that good.

If you’re looking for a great lens for a Canon photographer who is developing their portrait photography, the RF 50mm f/1.8 STM is the perfect lens to grow into. This 50mm RF series prime lens is super lightweight and compact, but has a very useful fixed aperture of f/1.8, creating beautiful bokeh and shallow depth of field that you want in portrait photography. Another reason it’s awesome? It’s not just light in weight, but price, so everyone wins this holiday season.

Any professional photographer wants a 70-200mm telephoto lens because the focal range is just that versatile. Give them what they want this holiday season, and gift the Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens.

While some prefer it’s sibling lens, the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens, many love the RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM’s lower weight and size, thanks to the fewer glass elements needed to build this lens. It’s also equally fast and sharp, and an affordable lens in this focal range and lens type.

If you have a Canon shooter on your gift list who shoots wildlife, sports, or simply wants a large telephoto focal range in a manageable, travel-friendly package, the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM lens is the best lens you can buy, for the price, performance, and portability.

If you’re shopping for a Canon shooter who wants to test the waters on turning their images into beautiful, physical prints, the Canon PIXMA Pro 200 Professional 13" Wireless Inkjet Photo Printer is a great introductory photo printer. It doesn’t take up loads of space, yet prints high-quality images, with an 8-color, dye-based ink system. Their prints will be vibrant, sharp, and beautiful, without the need for a large professional photo printer.

Do you know a Canon EOS RP owner that is constantly in online meetings and video calls, and needs an upgrade? The Canon Webcam Accessories Starter Kit for the RP camera is the solution. Not only does this kit allow you to use an EOS RP as your webcam, but it includes an AC adapter AC-E6N and the appropriate DC coupler, so you can shoot and record for longer shooting sessions or video calls.

The Canon EF-EOS R Drop-In Filter Lens Mount Adapter with Circular Polarizing Filter might just be the most versatile and useful accessory Canon makes for its RF-mount, full-frame mirrorless cameras.

Know a photographer wanting one of the best on/off camera flashes this holiday season? Look no further than the Profoto A10 On/Off Camera Flash Kit with Connect Flash Trigger, made specifically for Canon cameras. It’s simply one of the most advanced, versatile flashes on the market, with a round head that delivers natural, beautiful, and soft artificial light. It also has built-in AirX Bluetooth sync technology for future proof compatibility with mobile cameras, and a clean, easy-to-use interface and large, hi-res display. It’s power and performance, simply done right.

The Flashpoint Zoom Li-on III R2 TTL Speedlight Flash Kit for Canon Cameras pairs impressive features with an affordable price tag. It boasts great battery life, an easy-to-use interface, and a hotshoe built for Canon cameras. It’s one of the best flashes to use and learn with, as a Canon shooter.

If you’re shopping for a Canon shooter who needs a versatile, portable tripod that can function well in several situations, the Joby GorillaPod 3K PRO Kit, with the stand and ballhead with a QR plate is a great option. It can be used as a handle for vlogging, a tripod for time lapses or focus stacking, and more. It can even handle a maximum load capacity of 6.6 lbs.

It’s just that versatile, and should be in every traveling creator’s kit.

Looking for one of the best travel tripods on the market? The Manfrotto Element Traveler Small 5-Section Aluminum Tripod with Ball Head is one of the top choices you can buy. The incredibly compact, lightweight, and aluminum build is fantastic for travel, and it has a payload of up to 8.8 lbs. It has everything a creative needs to create more complex compositions while traveling.

The Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW II Camera & Laptop Backpack has consistently been one of the most popular camera backpacks on the market, and for good reason. Not only does it have the padded internal space to hold two camera bodies, several lenses, accessories, and even a drone, but it has access to this large compartment, from the top, back, and sides of the pack so you never miss the shot.

Add in a unique external strap system that carries a tripod and other accessories, an all-weather backpack cover for weather protection, and ActivZone System technology that delivers ultimate comfort for your shoulders, lumbar and waist when carrying your camera gear. This is one of the best camera backpacks on the market, and would be an amazing gift this holiday season.

Does the Canon shooter in your life need better, faster memory? Check out the Lexar 128GB Pro CFexpress Type-B Memory Card W/CFexpress Type B USB 3.2 Reader.

CFexpress cards are built to handle large image files and 4K video, and Lexar CFexpress cards are some of the fastest you can buy. They’re worth the extra cost and will be a huge upgrade for a photographer or videographer who needs more professional-grade memory.

Looking for a durable, fast memory card at a great price point? Check out the SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO UHS-I U3 SDXC Memory Card.

SanDisk is known for making some of the most rugged, reliable, high-performance memory cards in the industry. They’re a fantastic choice and a great stocking stuffer for the Canon shooter in your life.

Now more than ever, creators need reliable, fast, and durable storage to constantly back up their work. The SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD V2 is one of the best on the market, and thanks to its combination of durability, portability, performance, and storage options, it’s hard to beat.

The SanDisk Extreme PRO V2 provides a rugged, shock, water, and dust resistant build, encryption for extra security, 2000 MB/s read and write speeds, and capacity options up to 4TB. It provides a worry-free storage option for the on-the-go traveling creative, and is one of the best SSD options you can gift a creative this holiday season.

If you’re shopping for a Canon shooter who is interested in improving their macro photography? The NiSi Close-Up Lens Kit NC 58mm with 49 & 52mm Adapters with Focus Rail, Tripod is a fantastic kit that allows for closer, minimal focal distance when using a telephoto lens, providing natural color and eliminating purple and green fringing within focus.

This kit really allows photographers to dive into macro photography in a unique and exciting way, and is an intriguing gift option this holiday season.