Under $10 photo accessories that aren’t garbage don’t exist…actually, never mind, these deals are fantastic

A collection of photo accessories under $10
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This is going to sound strange, but I probably spend more time picking out stocking stuffers than I do actual gifts – because I hate spending money on something that will eventually end up in a landfill. Photography is a fairly expensive hobby, which got me thinking – are there even any photo accessories under $10 that aren’t landfill fodder?

I started browsing through Amazon Haul as well as my favorite photo retailers on a mission to answer the question, and I was actually surprised to find a few accessories under $10 from some of my favorite brands on items that actually looked quite handy.

There are a few areas that I wouldn’t skimp on. Don’t trust an expensive mirrorless camera to a $5 strap, or risk losing images on a no-name memory card.

But these deals? These under $10 photo accessories come from either well-loved brands or have excellent user reviews.

Cailu Cord Organizer
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Cailu Cord Organizer: was $6.99 now $3.49 at Amazon

As a photographer, I'm always dealing with too many cords. These simple cord keepers look lovely and have a 4.4-star review rating.

JCC Camera Soft Release Button
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JCC Camera Soft Release Button: was $8.99 now $4.49 at Amazon

This camera soft release button customizes a camera's shutter button, compatible with several cameras from Fujifilm, Sony, Leica, and Nikon.

Fujifilm 200 Color Negative Film, 35mm roll
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Fujifilm 200 Color Negative Film, 35mm roll: was $8.99 now $6.99 at BHPhoto

This color film is recommended for portraits with its color rendering and fine grain. It makes a great stocking stuffer for photographers who already have a 35mm film camera.

Kodak Tri-X Pan 400
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Kodak Tri-X Pan 400: was $8.59 now $7.39 at Adorama

Film makes a great stocking stuffer if you happen to have a photographer who shoots film on your list. This is a high-contrast black-and-white film.

SmallRig Universal Braided Wristband
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SmallRig Universal Braided Wristband: was $9.99 now $7.99 at BHPhoto

This SmallRig wrist strap is meant for compact cameras and smaller mirrorless cameras, but has a load capacity of up to 22 pounds. SmallRig is a well-known brand, so I'd trust this option with small cameras over no-name-brand cheap straps.

SmallRig Memory Card Case
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SmallRig Memory Card Case: was $9.90 now $8.41 at Adorama

Despite the affordable price, this memory card holder from SmallRig is made from aluminium alloy to protect memory cards on the go. This one holds three SD cards and six microSD cards, but there's also another version for CFexpress Type A cards.

Wandrd Worryless Locking Zipper puller, 6 pack
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Wandrd Worryless Locking Zipper puller, 6 pack: was $29 now $8.70 at BHPhoto

Theft is a common concern among photographers carrying around expensive gear. These zipper pulls discourage crimes of opportunity by making the zippers on any camera bag with dual zippers harder to open. The locks aren't self-explanatory, so they discourage pickpockets from unzipping your bag in a crowd.

Sirui 72mm Ultra Slim S-Pro Nano MC Circular Polarizer
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Sirui 72mm Ultra Slim S-Pro Nano MC Circular Polarizer: was $63.90 now $8.90 at Adorama

Polarizing filters control reflections, making them one of the most useful filters to have in your kit. This deal is only for the 72mm size, but it's a massive savings on a filter from a well-known brand with positive user reviews.

Lexar Professional Silver Plus UHS-I V30 microSDXC card
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Lexar Professional Silver Plus UHS-I V30 microSDXC card: was $12.99 now $8.99 at BHPhoto

Many drones and action cameras use the microSD format, and this 64GB card from a brand I use often is a steal right now.

Joby GripTight One
Joby GripTight One: was $9 now $9 at Amazon

I actually have one of these – this is a great little adapter that allows a tripod to hold a smartphone. It's a fantastic, tiny tool for switching from pro camera gear to recording a quick Reel on your phone for social media. This isn't on sale, but at $9, it really doesn't need to be.

SmallRig Simmor Vigor VT-10 Vlog Tripod
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SmallRig Simmor Vigor VT-10 Vlog Tripod: was $17.99 now $9 at Adorama

This vlogging tripod is made for only small cameras like smartphones, compact cameras, and action cameras, but it also doubles as a selfie stick and grip, plus it's portable.

SmallRig SD 3.0 Card Reader
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SmallRig SD 3.0 Card Reader: was $20.08 now $9.78 at BHPhoto

Sometimes, I just can't wait until I can get to a computer to look at my photos. This SD and microSD card reader from SmallRig connects to a phone's USB-C port and clicks on the back using MagSafe. It's not the fastest card reader at 104 MB/s, but it looks like a handy accessory for the cost. (If you want more speed, there's a 312 MB/s version for $20.79)

Cyanotype Store Cyanotype Paper
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Cyanotype Store Cyanotype Paper: was $12.95 now $9.95 at BHPhoto

Cyanotype paper is a fun way to learn about the history of photography and film, without actually diving too deep into chemicals. This cyanotype paper creates prints of objects using sunlight and processes with just water.

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Hillary K. Grigonis
US Editor

With more than a decade of experience writing about cameras and technology, Hillary K. Grigonis leads the US coverage for Digital Camera World. Her work has appeared in Business Insider, Digital Trends, Pocket-lint, Rangefinder, The Phoblographer, and more. Her wedding and portrait photography favors a journalistic style. She’s a former Nikon shooter and a current Fujifilm user, but has tested a wide range of cameras and lenses across multiple brands. Hillary is also a licensed drone pilot.

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