Top 12 Gifts for GoPro & Smartphone Users - GoWorx Holiday Gift Guide 2017
It's the holidays already?! Don't worry. GoWorx has you covered with our top 12 gifts for GoPro and smartphone photography in our 2017 Holiday Gift Guide.
Whether you're shopping for gifts for GoPro lovers, new GoPro Hero 5 or Hero 6 users, iPhone photographers or your favorite Instagram addict, we have assembled our 12 best gift ideas that include everything from GoPro poles, cases and filters to smartphone mounts, durable selfie sticks and even waterproof battery chargers.
Plus, almost all of our gift ideas are compatible with the GoPro Hero 5 and brand new GoPro Hero 6 cameras, so you can be sure your gift will be a hit.
Need Stocking Stuffers? Check out our Top 7 GoPro & Smartphone Gifts Under $25. Click here or scroll down to the bottom of the page for the $25 & under collection.
Gift Ideas for GoPro Lovers
1. GoScope Hero 5 Marine Filter System + Case
Compatible with the GoPro Hero 5 and NEW GoPro Hero 6 Camera
Capture Underwater Shots with Unmatched Clarity - For anyone wanting to dive with a GoPro during snorkeling trips or SCUBA missions, filters like this are a great way to get clear footage of fish, turtles, ship wrecks or underwater drum solos. The three included filters correct the color of blue or green waters, so you end up with accurate photo and video with crisp color, not just hours of green. Plus, this kit comes complete with a waterproof (to 60m) GoPro housing, making this is the perfect gift for anyone that plans on diving or snorkeling with a GoPro Hero 5 or their brand new GoPro Hero 6.
Give 'em the GoScope Hero 5 Marine Filter System + Case | $74.99
Want a diving filter kit for your GoPro Hero 4, Hero 3+, Hero 3 or GoPro Session? Check out the GoScope Marine Adapter Kit or the GoScope Session Marine Filter System + Case.
2. UKPro 54HD Universal Pole for GoPro
Compatible with ALL GoPro Cameras (including Hero 5 & Hero 6)
Super Sturdy GoPro Pole to Rule Them All - Every GoPro user needs a sturdy pole for shredding the mountain, surf sessions or just for taking scenic shots with the whole family. UKPro's durable aluminum construction was built to last even your most epic wipeouts and the textured rubber grip works great with gloved or wet hands. Plus, the quick-locking knobs allow adjustment while on the move and can easily adjust this pole from 22.5 inches to the full 54-inch reach for full-body selfie shots with your GoPro. Want a floating version? Check out this UKPro floating GoPro pole.
Give the UKPro 54HD Universal Pole for GoPro | $49.99
On second thought...How about a pole that bends instead?
Try the UKPro Pivot 8 X 8 Pole - Epic Pole Shots...Now with Less Pole! - A perfect gift for selfie addicts GoPro gurus and selfie addicts alike (especially when paired with our FreeRide smartphone mount), this solid aluminum and carbon fiber pole features an adjustable bend so you don't have to perform GoPro selfie gymnastics to remove the pole from your photos. A wrist strap and grippy rubber handle give you the security and durability known by UKPro fans around the world.
Give 'em the UKPro Pivot 8 X 8 Pole | $39.99
Want to learn more about the best GoPro poles? Read our Ultimate GoPro Pole Buyer's Guide.
3. BRLS Removable GoPro Suction Cup Mount
Compatible with ALL GoPro Cameras (including GoPro Hero 5 & Hero 6)
Stick Your GoPro Anywhere Without a Trace - Designed to be mounted directly to priceless handmade surfboards, the super-strong hold of the BRLS Suction Cup GoPro mount lets you achieve awesome perspectives without drilling or leaving sticky adhesives behind. BRLS quickly learned that GoPro users could mount it just about anywhere: windows, windshields, motorcycles, helmets, plane wings, kayaks...literally ANY flat (or mostly flat), smooth surface.
The creative perspectives allowed by this innovative mount go way beyond just surfers, so it is a perfect gift for the creative GoPro users that like to mix it up and make truly original content with their GoPro Hero camera.
Give the BRLS Removable GoPro Suction Cup Mount | $39.95
4. THE Original Handle for GoPro
Compatible with ALL GoPro Cameras (including GoPro Hero 5 & Hero 6)
Grab Onto the Original Design that Started it All - While designed to capture stable low-angle GoPro skate shots, our Original Handle for GoPro has shown countless uses for GoPro lovers and remains a solid gift for new GoPro owners or veteran videographers. Shoot, you could even throw a FreeRide on it and use it with your smartphone. Follow shots, static time lapse photography, adventure travel photos...the applications are nearly endless.
Give 'em THE Original Handle for GoPro | $29.99
Check out the ALL METAL Original Handle Pro for a truly indestructible GoPro Handle.
Compatible with ALL GoPro Cameras (including GoPro Hero 5 & Hero 6)
Secure Your Rig And Hit the Dusty Trail - Perfect for a friend or partner who's always traveling with a GoPro Hero Camera, the UKPro POV 20LT Case will give them a soft, safe and designated place to store their camera and accessories. It's tough, padded outer shell keeps the dirt out and protects against the world's most aggressive baggage handlers, and when you get to your destination you can quickly toss all of your GoPro gear into a pack and hit the beach. This GoPro case comes complete with foam cutouts for one GoPro Hero camera, wireless remote, batteries and a separate storage area underneath for chargers, cables, filters or even a GoKnuckles grip.
Give 'em the UKPro POV 20LT Case | $34.99
6. SRP BlurFix Adapter & GoPro Filter Pack
Compatible with GoPro Hero 3, Hero 3+ and Hero 4 Standard Housing only
Pro Tip: Most Professionals Use Filters - For the aspiring photographer looking to get the absolute best photography or videography out of their GoPro, a filter is a must. The SRP BlurFix Adapter & GoPro Filter Pack is the best deal for a collection of GoPro filters that will cover most conditions. This pack comes with a circular polarizer that cuts the glare from water, clouds, snow or windshields. The pack also includes both a 75% and a 87.5% neutral density filter to reduce the overall light and slow down shutter speeds to get smooth, artifact-free footage from fast-moving subjects (e.g. from a drone, plane, motorcycle, snowboard, etc).
Give 'em the SRP BlurFix Adapter & GoPro Filter Pack | $98.99
Heads up, GoPro Hero 5 & Hero 6 users! Want to use your 55mm GoPro Filters for a GoPro Hero 5 and Hero 6? Check out this new H5 Series 55mm Filter Adapter from SRP that lets you do just that!
@keyana.poki with the KNEKT KTP18ss Trigger Pole and KNEKT KSD6ss Dome Port.
Compatible with the GoPro Hero 5 and Hero 6
Capture Incredible Underwater & 'Split Shots' with THE Legendary GoPro Dome - KNEKT's original GoPro Dome was a marvel in its design alone. But the 'half and half' shots it allowed have brought about a revolution in GoPro dive photography. (Think: half above and half below the waterline.)
This brand new dome for the Hero 5 & Hero 6 is the next evolution of the original KSD6 Dome Port. Intricately designed and optically engineered to achieve the best underwater GoPro photos possible, this GoPro dome would be an amazing GoPro gift for scuba divers, snorkelers or really anyone that regularly takes their GoPro in the water. Best when paired with a KNEKT Trigger or Trigger Pole (see both below).
Give 'em the KNEKT KSD6ss Dome Port | $249.99
Compatible with the GoPro Hero 5 and Hero 6
Transform Your GoPro into a High-Powered, One-Click Camera - Immaculate design and the sturdiest construction in the industry, the brand new KNEKT GPSS Trigger brings one-click operation to the GoPro Hero 5 and Hero 6. A must have tool for serious surf and dive photographers, this GoPro trigger handle is a game changer for any GoPro photographer...in or out of the water. Just lock your Hero 5 or Hero 6 into place and start shooting. For truly unparalleled dive photography, pair it with the new KSD6ss Dome Port.
Give 'em the KNEKT GPSS Trigger | $169.99
Compatible with the GoPro Hero 5 and Hero 6
Point it and Click it Anywhere - Get instant, reliable one-click performance with this GoPro trigger pole for the GoPro Hero 5 and Hero 6. Popular with GoPro wave photographers and free divers, this all metal, ocean-worthy trigger pole connects directly to your GoPro shutter button to enable point-and-shoot photography with your GoPro. An amazing gift for any GoPro user, especially water lovers, this trigger pole will give them many years of captured memories in and out of the waves. Pair it with the KSD6ss Dome Port for unreal wave and dive photography.
Give 'em the KNEKT KTP18ss Trigger Pole | $179.99
Gift Ideas for Smartphone Photographers
Sure, a decade ago the idea of a professional smartphone photographer sounded as ridiculous as a restaurant that only serves toast (wait...that's a thing now too?), but alas, today's best smartphone cameras, smartphone photo editing apps and smartphone photography accessories have transformed the standard smartphone into a powerhouse of digital creativity. Here is a rundown of our best gifts for smartphone lovers and aspiring smartphone photographers.
10. MicroJib 2 / FreeRide Combo
Compatible with ANY smartphone up to 86.5mm wide
Unlock New Dimensions with Your Smartphone Photography - A great smartphone gadget for anyone wanting to get creative with smartphone photography or Instagram content, this combo features our popular GoWorx FreeRide Phone Mount and the MicroJib 2 GoPro pole. The MicroJib has been a favorite of ours for years because it allows you to pan and tilt your GoPro (or phone) with just a twist of your wrist. Paired with the FreeRide, which fits virtually any smartphone, you get unlimited panning and tilting for creating awesome photo and video with your smartphone.
Give 'em the MicroJib 2 / FreeRide Combo | $119.00
Compatible with ANY smartphone up to 86.5mm wide
Secure and Stabilize Your Smartphone - This GoWorx combo is great for iPhoneographers, amateur photographers or Instagram influencers who want to capture stable video and creative photography with a smartphone. The FreeRide's solid design gently but securely locks down any smartphone (up to 86.5mm wide) with its padded clamps. And when attached to our soft and grippy GoKnuckles GoPro grip, you get a stable handheld smartphone camera rig to shoot whatever adventures you encounter.
BONUS: the FreeRide smartphone mount is compatible with ANY GoPro mount or standard tripod mount, which vastly expands the creative possibilities with a smartphone.
Give 'em the GoKnuckles FreeRide Combo | $39.99
12. Outdoor Technology Kodiak USB Power Bank
Compatible with ANY USB device, including smartphones, GoPro Hero Cameras and even tablets.
Juice Up Your Electronics ANYWHERE - This popular USB power bank is solid gift for the constant traveler, GoPro photographer or adventurer that loves to document it all. Fully waterproof and impact resistant, this power bank will charge a smartphone up to four times (or a GoPro Hero Camera up to six times) for those extra long trips off the grid or epic action photography sessions. For all of the backup power and portable cell phone chargers out there, Outdoor Tech offers the most reliable performance that can withstand even the most adventurous users.
Give 'em the Outdoor Technology Kodiak USB Power Bank | $49.99
Want even MORE charging power? Try the Kodiak Plus.
Need some extra pointers to take your smartphone photography to the next level? Check out our how-to guide for mobile photography: 5 Smartphone Photography Tips for Better Photo & Video.
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Still waiting for that holiday bonus? Looking for holiday gifts on a budget? Or do you celebrate the anti-commercial epiphany known as Festivus?
Fret not. We have you covered with these gifts for GoPro lovers and smartphone addicts that you can afford...even if all your boss sent was a membership to the Jelly of the Month Club.
Compatible with ALL GoPro Hero Cameras
Flick, Adjust & Dominate - A simple but incredibly useful improvement on the standard thumbscrew, the Schier clamp lets you quickly adjust the angle of your GoPro. Once installed, the burly metal construction secures your GoPro while skydiving, motorcycle racing or going for the world shopping cart speed record. Multiple colors available.
Give 'em the Schier Clamp for GoPro | $19.95
2. GoSpot GoPro Lens Water Repellent
Works on ANY lens or dome port
Keep Off Water Droplets, Keep on Shredding - Whether snorkeling, surfing, snowboarding or just capturing family vacations, water droplets can ruin GoPro footage. Apply a little GoSpot and keep water drops off your GoPro lens for good. A perfect gift for any GoPro user, this GoPro hack helps users capture and relive their best moments over and over again.
Give 'em GoSpot GoPro Lens Water Repellent | $15.00
3. GoScope Revolution 360 GoPro Buckle
Compatible with ALL GoPro Hero Cameras
Rotate Your GoPro While Shooting - A simple but versatile GoPro gadget, this mount allows 360 degrees of rotation with its ratcheting buckle design, which clips onto any GoPro slide lock mount (included with cameras). Great for GoPro photographers who love to create truly unique angles with a GoPro, the Revolution 360 GoPro Buckle could unlock their next visual masterpiece.
Give 'em the GoScope Revolution 360 GoPro Buckle | $9.99
4. Incase GoPro Accessory Organizer
The Key to Any Successful Photo Session? Organization - Sure, you could just jam all of your GoPro batteries, cables and accessories into a suitcase, but that's a great way to lose expensive gear. This simple GoPro organizer gives you a dedicated place for your GoPro and camera accessories, and is a perfect gift for GoPro-loving travel addicts and anyone that needs a little organization help.
Give 'em the Incase GoPro Accessory Organizer | $19.99
5. GoWorx FreeRide Phone Mount
Compatible with ANY smartphone up to 86.5mm wide
Fits onto ANY 3-Pin GoPro mount OR standard 1/4-20 Tripod Mount
Unlock the Creative Potential of Your Smartphone - For any beginning smartphone photographer or Instagram professional, our best-selling FreeRide smartphone mount is a great way to get better photos with a phone camera. It attaches to any GoPro mount, unlocking a whole new world of creative possibilities while also attaching to a standard tripod. If you know someone who would love to get GoPro shots with a smartphone, this is the perfect gift!
Give 'em the GoWorx FreeRide Phone Mount | $24.99
6. Outdoor Tech Kodiak Mini USB Power Bank
Charge Your Smartphone or GoPro On the Go - It's simple. Everyone needs one of these. Why? Because this waterproof, impact-resistant power bank can charge a smartphone up to four times (OR charge a GoPro Hero Camera up to six times). While this burly smartphone backup charger is definitely expedition worthy, it can also save your ass when you get stranded on the side of the road with a dead cell phone. For a friend, kid or relative that always has a dead battery, this is the gift they really need this year.
Give 'em the Outdoor Tech Kodiak Mini USB Power Bank | $24.99
Compatible with ALL GoPro Hero Cameras (including the Hero 5 & Hero 6)
Grab this GoPro Grip & Be Ready for Any Adventure - Whether you want to document all of your traveling with a GoPro or are just looking for a great GoPro handle for playing in the pool or at the beach, our signature GoKnuckles is a must have. Its lightweight, unique design fits around your fingers for a secure hold that helps stabilize your GoPro while filming any action sport or photo-worthy shenanigan. Our most popular design, we know from experience that this always a great gift for GoPro fanatics.
Give 'em the GoWorx GoKnuckles | $19.99
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