Big family pictures. Ugly sweater parties. Thanksgiving feasts. Kitchen disasters. The holidays will be full of photo-worthy moments. But, not all cameras are ready for the job. Whether you’re working with a smartphone or a high-end DSLR, a few simple, 3D printed equipment add-ons can help you fine-tune your photography. Shapeways designers offer a huge range of 3D printed camera accessories, all available in our new Camera & Video category.

We asked our resident photographer Anthony (the guy who makes our product photos look amazing) what kinds of camera accessories he uses to solve some common photography problems. His top three challenges: Blurry photos, lost gear, and poor lighting. Here are his favorite 3D printed accessories to help you avoid those pitfalls:

SHARPEN YOUR PHOTOS

Fix blurry photos with tripod attachments to stabilize your camera or phone.

Samsung Galaxy Folder tripod & stabilizer mount

Samsung Galaxy Folder tripod & stabilizer mount by Phone Mounter

 

Tripod connector IPhone 6<br /> by Ottutto

Tripod connector IPhone 6 by Ottutto

 

KEEP TABS ON YOUR GEAR

Stop losing your gear. Keep things like lens caps from going missing.

Lens Cap Holder - 52mm - 1/4-20 Mount<br /> by Knight Designs

Lens Cap Holder – 52mm – 1/4″-20 Mount by Knight Designs

 

Photo Cap Saver 52 mm 2.0<br /> by ABSforge

Photo Cap Saver 52 mm 2.0 by ABSforge

 

FIND THE BEST LIGHT

Become a master of your lighting and take perfect pictures every time.

Bounce Buddy - Bouncer for the internal flash!<br /> by Wile's Wonderbox

Bounce Buddy – Bouncer for the internal flash! by Wile’s Wonderbox

 

Zeiss 50/2 Planar Compact Hood<br /> by Analogue Robot / Rangefinder Hoods

Zeiss 50/2 Planar Compact Hood by Analogue Robot / Rangefinder Hoods

 

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