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Buyers’ guide

Rode VideoMic Go II › £89 › rode.com If you’ve recorded video just using the built-in mic on your camera, you may have been left disappointed. Pro creators know that external mics really elevate sound quality. With the Rode VideoMic Go II, getting good audio is a breeze. Ultra-lightweight and compact, get broadcast- quality sound from this sleek shotgun design. Not only that; it’s compatible with a range of devices, including smartphones, cameras, tablets and computers.

Godox AD100Pro Witstro outdoor flash with battery › £309.99 › transcontinenta.co.uk The TIPA award-winning Godox AD100Pro weighs only 524g and features 100Ws strobes, powered by rechargeable lithium batteries – delivering up to 1/8000sec high-speed sync. Control of multiple flash set-ups via an optional 32-channel wireless transmitter provides space for creative flexibility, and the 2.4GHz wireless system is compatible with major camera brands. The perfect partner for photographers on the move.

MindShift Gear FirstLight 20L › £247 › snapperstuff.com You can never have too much of a good thing. That’s why the FirstLight 20L features an 11-point adjustable torso harness that allows it to fit to any body shape and comfortably carries your camera gear, tripod and a laptop. Holding lenses up to a 400mm f/4, it comes with a handy rain cover, tripod mount system and three- litre hydration pocket. The perfect gift for the intrepid explorer, it’s also available in larger 30L and 40L sizes for £299 and £345. “I want my stocking stuffed with film! I’m out of refills for my Fujifilm instax mini 11 – a birthday gift from many moons ago. White is classic, but I’d like the Monochrome, Contact Sheet and Airmail film frames, so I can mix up the photos on my wall.” Katie Kasperson, staff writer ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS

Permajet Magnetic Acrylic Blocks › From £10.96 to £28.96 › permajet.com

Peak Design Slide Strap › £49 › chiswickcameras.co.uk

You can never go wrong with accessories. From Chiswick Cameras, get the innovative Peak Design flagship camera strap – beautiful, low profile, adjustable, quick-connecting and configurable to your gear. It can be worn as a sling, around the neck or on the shoulder, where nylon webbing prevents slippage. Dual quick-adjusters provide instant access and simple reconfiguration, and the Anchor Link system keeps the camera locked in place (even more than traditional sling straps).

snap them back together; no glue, no mess, no mistakes – and best of all, it’s completely reusable. Sizes vary from 6x4in to A4.

Permajet’s Magnetic Acrylic Blocks are a versatile and modern way to display your photos. Place a print between the blocks and

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