What Are The Best Christmas Gifts For Filmmakers in 2021?

Filmmaking is changing so incredibly rapidly, it can be difficult to keep up. For this reason, it’s important to try to stick to purchasing filmmaking gifts, tools, equipment, etc, that has stay power. Fortunately for us, as filmmakers, there’s never been a better time to exist in the world of filmmaking. Cameras are accessible, lenses are affordable and accessories are mind-blowingly impressive.

The best Christmas gifts for filmmakers are tools that will improve the quality of their films without going out of date in a year. Our 2021 filmmaking gift ideas are focused on long-lasting film equipment that will benefit professionals as well as amateurs in the world of filmmaking. From lens accessories, to camera rigs, to creative tools you haven’t even heard about yet. Enjoy this year’s Film Fest Network Best Christmas Gifts For Filmmakers – 2021 Edition!

Our Top 5 Overall Best Christmas Gifts For Filmmakers in 2021

5. FEELWORLD FW568 5.5 Inch Field Monitor

Enjoy Sharper and More Detailed Image, With 5.5 inch 1920 x 1080 high resolution (have 1920×1152 resolution in stock, being replaced), Rec.709 color calibration, FW568 can be added to any cameras to ensure perfect focus and framing. The small form-factor and 175g lightweight construction are perfect for shooters on the go.

4. DJI RS 2 – 3-Axis Gimbal by DJI

DJI RS 2 isn’t just a gimbal – it is an unparalleled solution for dynamic cinematography. Every design element and feature is made to deliver industry-leading camera stabilization. Simply put, DJI RS 2 is crafted for you to master filmmaking.

3. The Tarion Camera Backpack

This Waterproof, massive capacity filmmaker dream bag.

3. Samsung T5 Portable SSD – 1TB Version

Directly from Samsung:

Store files securely on this 1TB Samsung portable SSD. It transfers data at speeds of up to 540MB/s for increased work productivity, and it connects to Android smart phones with a downloadable app, so you can backup pictures and music. This Samsung portable SSD is smaller than a standard business card for easy transport.

2. FFN’s Handheld Split Diopter

Introducing The Official Film Fest Network Handheld Split Diopter!

Implement beautiful & creative visual FX to your shot with modern style.

79mm Diopter – Perfect For Most Modern Lenses
Creates Blurry, Stylized Refraction FX

1. Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K

The revolutionary Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is the camera you’ve been asking for! It features an all new handheld design that puts the latest advanced digital film technology into the palm of your hand! The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K has a 4/3 size sensor, 13 stops of dynamic range and dual native ISO up to 25,600. That means you get stunning HDR images and incredible low light performance! The external controls give you quick access to essential functions, while the large 5 inch touchscreen makesit easy to frame shots, focus accurately and changecamera settings. Images are recorded ontostandard SD/UHS-II or CFast 2.0 cards in Blackmagic RAW and ProRes at up to 120 frames per second! In addition, the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K has an MFT lens mount, built-in microphones, mini XLR input, full sized HDMI, 3D LUT support, Bluetooth, USB-C Expansion Port and more!

Top 5 High-End Christmas Gifts For Filmmakers in 2021

5. SmallHD Indie 7 On-Camera Field Monitor

Built for Professionals: Indie 7 provides creative professionals with access to the smartest monitoring toolset in the industry. With a hyper-responsive touchscreen, milled aluminum chassis and 3G-SDI and HDMI inputs and outputs

4. DJI Mavic Air 2 Fly More Combo Package

Mavic Air 2 takes power and portability to the next level, offering advanced features in a compact form factor. Intelligent shooting functions and excellent image quality put aerial masterpieces within reach. Safer flight enables you to up your game while fully enjoying the creative process.

3. GNARBOX 2.0 SSD (512GB) – Rugged Backup Device for Your Camera

GNARBOX 2.0 SSD is a rugged backup device for pro content creators who need the most reliable way to back up their files in the field. Unlike other storage solutions, its compact design and powerful on-board backup features make it effortless to manage files without a laptop.

With up to 1TB internal SSD, SD slot, two USB-C ports, and a mobile app to complete essential workflow steps before arriving to the studio, GNARBOX will save you time and make you a more reliable creator.

Best Christmas Gifts For Filmmakers in 2021

2. Rokinon Cine DS T1.5 4-Piece Cinema Lens Bundle for Canon EF (24mm, 35mm, 50mm, and 85mm)

This remarkable lens set provides four lenses that you can use to shoot images from wide shots to portrait; it includes Rokinon’s 24mm, 35mm, 50mm, and 85mm T1.5 Cine DS Lenses for Canon EF Mount that feature sharp optics and similar physical characteristics for fast lens changes. And the lenses share a T-stop range of 1.5 to 22. The included lenses feature Canon EF lens mounts and cover full-frame sensors. The lenses are suitable for shooting using available light, and as they all share the same exposure range, there is no worry when changing lenses you will also have to change your lighting or camera settings.

1. Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro

To top their previous achievement with the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K, Blackmagic Design adds an even more full-featured, compact Super35 camera to their cine-style line with the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro. The 6K Pro features all the recording features, sensor, dynamic range, buttons, and ports as its predecessor, and adds a variety of important new features such as a 5″ tilting HDR capacitive touchscreen LCD with 1500 cd/m² brightness, a Pro EVF option, built-in clear/2/4/6-stop ND filters, dual mini-XLR inputs, an accurate timecode clock, an NP-F570 L-series battery slot, and updated Gen 5 color science.

Top 5 Low Budget Christmas Gifts For Filmmakers in 2021

5. RODE VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Mictrophone

The RØDE VideoMic Pro is a true shotgun microphone designed for use with camcorders, DSLR cameras and portable audio recorders as a source of primary and reference audio. The VideoMic pro is battery powered, and provides over 70 hours recording from a single 9V battery.

4.Handheld RGB Light Wand

Handheld Light Wand, RGB LED Video Light 16 Million Colors, Tube Light for Photography Light Stick with Dimming 2500K-8500K 3253 Lumens Rechargeable Battery OLED Display Aluminum Body (Black)

3. Yesker Camera Backpack

A versatile, durable, and beautiful carry-on camera backpack driven by a simple truth: Inside, 6 configurable FlexFold dividers keep gear organized, protected, and not bunched at the bottom of your bag. 900D weatherproof shell keeps everything safe. Expandable side pockets for water bottles or tripods. Highly dense nylon material which is dustproof, waterproof, anti-pressure, reinforced stitching at all stress points.It could also use as a fashion casual daypack bag for traveling, shopping and school.

2. Adjustable ND Filter By K&F Concept

This Variable Fader ND2-ND400 Filter from K&F Concept is a 77mm variable neutral density filter providing an adjustable light reduction of 1 to 8.6 stops. It darkens the entire image evenly, allowing a photograph to be made with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed than normally required. By slowing the exposure time or increasing the aperture, it is possible to control the depth of field and blur movement easily, creating a dynamic look for streams, waterfalls, landscapes, and more.

1. Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 Lens

Compact and lightweight—an outstanding walk-around lens—Canon’s EF 50mm f/1.8 STM is a great entry into the world of EOS prime lenses.

This is a remarkable quality lens for the price point! Go check out some YouTube examples if you don’t believe me, you’ll be convinced.

Top 3 Unexpected Christmas Gifts For Filmmakers in 2021

3. Apple’s New, Next-Level MacBook Pro With The M1 Pro Chip

2. The Cinema Dreams Digital LUT Pack For Color Grading

1. FFN’s Official Handheld Kaleidoscope Prism Filter

In Conclusion

This selection of the best Christmas gifts for filmmakers in 2021 is ideal for the filmmaking folks of the world. There is constantly a remarkable amount of new, impressive film gear coming out from all around the film world, so this list will remain updated as we find more film tools we love. But for now, enjoy this selection! Hopefully we’ve helped answer the question of “What gift should I get a filmmaker?” So, to put it simply, the possibilities are endless!