Top 10 Gifts for the Photo Enthusiast

Looking for the perfect gift to get your family member or friend? Has he or she recently take up photography as a hobby? If you answered "yes" to these two questions then do we have a list for you. Today, we've rounded up 10 gifts that you'll want to pick up for the ultimate photo enthusiast. From the kitschy to the chic, from the expensive to the cheap, we're sure that you'll find something here that they'll love.

1. Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4

Though not yet available to the public, Adobe recently released a free public beta version of Lightroom 4 for both professional and amateur photographers which expires on March 31, 2012. The beta version will give you a taste of what's to come, which includes a completely new book-creation module, expanded support for video, soft proofing capability, and geo-tagging of still and video images via a Google Maps-powered module. Image editing tools have also been significantly updated. A standard tool for most digital photographers today, Lightroom 4 will help anyone bring out the very best in their photography.

Price and Availability: TBD (Expected in spring 2012)

2. Tote & Shoot Camera Bag

Your friend already has a fancy camera, now they need something stylish yet functional to hold it in. Enter the Tote & Shoot by internationally acclaimed wedding photographer Jessica Claire. This fully-padded tote bag was created for the active DSLR owner in mind. It features the first ever side-loading camera pocket, holding a camera with a full size lens attached in an outside pocket - ready to shoot. The rest of the bag is free for extra lenses or for personal items. There's even a back pocket for holding your magazine, Kindle or iPad.

Price: $229

3. Gorillapod

Gorillapod by Joby is the ultimate tripod. Its bendable legs can attach almost anywhere, helping you take pictures at virtually any angle. It doesn't require an elevated flat surface, like a normal tripod. Instead, you can wrap the Gorillapod's flexible, multi-jointed legs around poles, handlebars, tree branches, fences or anything else that you think might work. There's several different variations of this product including ones that can hold your standard point and shoot camera, your iPhone 4 and even your heavy SLR. Compact and light, it's the perfect gift for those photographers that love to travel.

Price: Original $19.95, SLR-Zoom $49.95

4. Polaroid SC1630 Camera

For your trendsetting, early adopter friend, check out Polaroid's new SC1630 Smart Camera. Powered by Android, this camera, that looks like an iPhone, has features you'll find on a standard digital camera like 3X optical zoom, 16 megapixel sensor and a microSD storage of 32GB, but it also has a 3.2 inch touchsreen, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and it holds Android apps. This camera also integrates 18 different scene modes and has a 3.2-inch rear display. Best feature? You can easily edit your photos - crop, remove red eye, resize them - and then you can share your photos and videos to your social networks all with a touch of a button.

Price and Release Date: TBD (Expected sometime this year.)

5. Easy Macro Cell Lens Band

If your friend is never far from his iPhone, even snapping pictures with it wherever he goes, get him the Easy Macro Cell Lens Band, found at PhotoJoJo. This rubber band with a built-in macro lens promises to transform ordinary cellphone photos into extraordinary works of art! The small, convex lens magnifies objects until they look quite big. The band is inexpensive and easy to store. This item is perfect for those that want to get creative with their photography but don't want to invest in expensive gear.

Price: $15

6. Polaroid Picture Frame and Mirror

Who doesn't feel nostalgic when they look at Polaroid pictures? This unique picture frame, found at PetaPixel, also doubles as a mirror. The white plastic frame is the exact same size as Polaroid's iconic 600 series instant film. It will take any of your new photos and make them look like they were taken yesteryear. A great gift for creatives that work at a desk or for practically anyone who yearns for sweeter and simpler times.

Price: $8

7. Scott Kelby's Digital Photography Boxed Set, Volumes 1, 2, and 3

If there's a set of books that those who are passionate about digital photography may want to read, it's The Digital Photography Books by Scott Kelby. Sharing photographic "tricks of the trade," Kelby gives tons of tips on how you can graduate from being a beginner photographer to a more professional one. Light-hearted and fun, these books are easy to read and written in a conversational tone. For those that are new to photography or in the intermediate stage, these books are sure to take you to the next level.

Price: $36.89

8. Clap Mini USB Camera

Sure, it's more kitschy and cute than practical, but how can you not love this almost microscopically small camera that takes 2-megapixel photos and video? Japanese design studio Powershovel created this minimalist camera called Clap, which has a built-in USB 2.0 connector that can be used to both export files, as well as recharge the camera's internal Li-ion battery. Weighing just 24g, you'll want to take this little guy everywhere. The MicroSD card is sold separately and supports up to 16GB. The cameras come in three different colors: red, blue, and black.

Price: $64

9. Airframe

Are you looking through an airplane window? Not quite, but what an illusion! Korean James Kim is the designer behind these clever frames which are sold at the popular blog DesignBoom. Just add a nice picture of the sky and you'll always feel like you're up in the air, or throw in aerial shots of some of your favorite cities like New York, Toyko and Paris to imagine yourself on an eternal vacation. Airframes are all white and come in a pack of three. They each hold 8"x10" photos.

Price: $59

10. Vivan Maier: Street Photographer Book

Though the story of photographer Vivian Maier is fascinating enough, take one look at her street photos and you'll be entranced by the images. A professional nanny, who from the 1950s until the 1990s took over 100,000 photographs worldwide, it's shocking to find out that Maier was almost unknown. It was only until local historian John Maloof purchased a box of Maier's negatives from a Chicago auction house that the photos even saw the light of day. Now, presented in the first time in print, we're able to see her incredible works in Vivian Maier: Street Photographer. This book is great for those that are interested in experiencing top-notch street photography that feels beautifully timeless.

Price: $26.37

Which of these gifts would you buy your friend?