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What is Amazon Prime Day?
Amazon’s yearly Prime Day event began on July 8 and will run through 11:59 pm PST tonight. Amazon is offering thousands of deals across all shopping categories, including on cameras, peripherals, and other tech for the studio. Now is your last chance to score them.

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What’s the Catch?
To take advantage of most these deals, though, you have to be an Amazon Prime subscriber. Amazon Prime costs $14.99 a month or $139 a year. Its benefits include faster shipping on Amazon orders, discounts at Whole Foods, and access to Amazon’s streaming entertainment. As an alternative, you can pick up a free 30-day trial of Prime here in time to shop the sale.

See below for bargains on tech for the studio. These products go fast, so the time to snap them up is surely now.

***NEW TODAY***GoPro HERO13 Black action camera
Buy for $329.00 and save 23% (Limited time deal)

Buy: GoPro HERO13 Black – Waterproof Action Camera with 5.3K60 Video, 27MP Photo + Compatability with HB-Series Lenses $359.00

The waterproof GoPro HERO13 is a great option for artists on the go: It can shoot jitter-free 5.3K-resolution video using its HyperSmooth 6.0 image stabilization technology as well as stunning still photos. With built-in horizon lock and upgraded audio features, it’s ideal for vloggers.

***NEW TODAY***Insta360 X4 8K-resolution, 360-degree action camera
Buy for $349.99 and save 30%

Buy: Insta360 X4 Standard Bundle – Waterproof 8K 360 Action Camera, 4K Wide-Angle Video, Invisible Selfie Stick Effect, Removable Lens Guards, 135 Min Battery Life, AI Editing, Stabilization $424.99

This compact camera can capture ultra-smooth 8K-resolution, 360-degree video, thanks to its advanced FlowState image stabilization. It’s also waterproof up to 33 feet, making it an excellent choice for shooting action, travel, and outdoor VR content.

***NEW TODAY***Nikon Z6 II full-frame mirrorless camera (body only)
Buy for $1496.95 and save 25%

Buy: Nikon Z 6II | Versatile full-frame mirrorless stills/video hybrid camera | Nikon USA Model $1,496.95

As with the Panasonic S5 below, there is a newer model of this Nikon full-frame mirrorless camera (the Z6 III). Nevertheless, the Nikon Z6 II is a very good buy. It has strong 4K video capabilities, IBIS, and an improved autofocus from previous models. With a rugged build, it’s a great choice for outdoor and travel photography.

***NEW TODAY***Panasonic LUMIX S5 full-frame mirrorless camera kit (includes lens)
Buy for $1547.99 and save 26%

Buy: Panasonic LUMIX S5 Full Frame Mirrorless Camera, 4K 60P Video Recording with Flip Screen & WiFi, LUMIX S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 Lens, L-Mount, 5-Axis Dual I.S., DC-S5KK (Black) $2,097.99

Although there is now a newer model of this high-end camera (the S5 II), the Panasonic LUMIX S5 is still a great option. It has an easy-to-use interface, impressive video features, and strong low-light performance. It also comes with 5-Axis IBIS (In-Body Image Stabilization), excellent for handheld video or low-light shooting. This lens kit includes the Panasonic LUMIX S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 lens.

***NEW TODAY***Understanding Exposure, Fourth Edition: How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera
Buy for $15.03 and save 44%

Buy: Understanding Exposure, Fourth Edition: How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera $15.03

Not exactly tech, but an essential addition to any photo studio, this engaging how-to book outlines how exposure works and how to master aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. The fourth edition includes updated techniques for digital photography and tips for capturing compelling images in any lighting. Long a classic, it has helped generations of photographers to shoot with creativity and confidence.

***NEW TODAY***Digital Photography Complete Course: Learn Everything You Need to Know in 20 Weeks
Buy for $12.54 and save 58% with a Prime membership

Buy: Digital Photography Complete Course: Learn Everything You Need to Know in 20 Weeks (DK Complete Courses) $22.13

Organized as a 20-week program, this helpful guide covers everything from camera settings and composition to editing and creative techniques. With step-by-step tutorials, visual examples, and practical assignments, it helps beginners build confidence and develop a strong foundation in digital photography.

***NEW TODAY***Lowepro Flipside BP 300 AW III Mirrorless and DSLR Camera Backpack – Black
Buy for $142.33 and save 41%

Buy: Lowepro Flipside BP 300 AW III Mirrorless and DSLR Camera Backpack – Black – with Rear Access – with Side Access – with Adjustable Dividers – for Mirrorless Like Sony α7 – LP37350-PWW $199.75

This handsome backpack can hold a camera, a tripod, lenses, and other accessories as well as a 10-inch tablet and a 13-inch laptop. It also comes with front molded bumpers, a front coating for protection from the elements, and pockets for small items like chargers and pens.

Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones
Buy for $199.99 and save 43%

Buy: Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones, Wireless Headphones with Active Over Ear Noise Cancelling and Mic, Deep Bass, Up to 24 Hours of Playtime, Black $229.00

Bose invented noise cancelling headphones and have continued to update the technology. Combining active noise-cancellation technology with passive features, these over-the-ear headphones offer Quiet and Aware modes, making them ideal for a busy studio. This set comes with an audio cable for a wired connection.

Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 300
Buy for $159.00 and save 39% with a Prime membership

Buy: Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 300, 293Wh Backup Lithium Battery, Solar Generator for Outdoors Camping Travel Hunting Blackout (Solar Panel Optional) $179.00

If you’re heading for the great outdoors this summer and need a reliable power source to take with you, this portable generator is a very good choice. It’s not only compact and lightweight, but it charges quickly using a wall outlet, car battery, or Jackery SolarSaga 100. It comes with 2 AC outlets (the Pure Sine Wave AC outlets deliver stable and safe 300W power), 1 PD 60W USB-C port (input/output supported), a fast-charge 3.0 port, 1 USB-A port, and 1 DC car port.

LaCie Rugged Mini External SSD Storage Device, 2TB
Buy for $170.00 and save 36% (only 1 left!)

Buy: LaCie Rugged Mini Externe SSD 2TB, PC/Mac/iPad/Thunderbolt, 40 Gb/s, 2.000 MB/s, Rescue Services (STMF2000400) $184.00

As an art worker, you likely have an extensive collection of digital files, including photo documentation, video clips, spreadsheets, and more. And to protect those files from loss or damage, you should definitely have at least one backup drive to save them on. This LaCie SSD (or solid-state drive) is sturdy, secure, and portable, and will provide you with 2 terabytes of storage. It is dust and water resistant, offers read speeds up to 2000MB/s, and is quite affordable, especially with 36% off. Thanks to its USB-C connector, it’s compatible with PCs, Macs, and iPads.

Adobe Creative Cloud | 20+ Creative Apps plus 100GB Storage | 12- Month Subscription with Auto-Renewal | PC/MAC
Buy for $394.99 and save 40% with a Prime membership

Buy: Adobe Creative Cloud | 20+ Creative Apps plus 100GB Storage | 12- Month Subscription with Auto-Renewal | PC/MAC $659.88

When it comes to editing software, Adobe Creative Cloud is the gold standard, offering artists, photographers, and other creatives a suite of powerful editing tools that includes Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and more. Right now, you can buy it for 40% off your subscription for the first year. (Note that the subscription will go back to $659.99 after 12 months!)

Canon PIXMA G6020 Wireless MegaTank Photo All-in-One Printer
Buy for $184.00 and save 43%

Buy: Canon PIXMA G6020 All-in-One Supertank Wireless (Megatank) Printer, Copier and Scan with Mobile Printing, Black, Works with Alexa $214.00

For many consumers, including artists, an inkjet printer can be an essential but frustrating tool, not least because of the high cost of replacement ink cartridges (and their tendency to run out at inconvenient times). However, all the major inkjet printer manufacturers now offer a very practical alternative: printers with ink tanks like this wireless printer from Canon. Simply fill up each of four tanks with the included bottles of ink, which should last you up to two years. This all-in-one model is also a scanner and copier.

***NEW TODAY***Amazon Smart Plug
Buy for $12.99 and save 48% with a Prime membership

Buy: Amazon Smart Plug | Works with Alexa | Simple setup, endless possibilities $24.99

The Amazon smart plug works with Amazon’s Alexa voice command technology; if the plug is connected to your Amazon ecosystem, you can simply turn the power to that outlet on or off with voice commands. Or you can use the Amazon Alexa mobile app on your mobile device to power the plug on or off. In other words, you can use it to automate everyday tasks, even if you are away from your house or studio.

Corel Painter 2023 | Professional Painting Software for Digital Art, Illustration, Photo Art & Fine Art [Mac Download]
Buy for $229.99 and save 46%

Buy: Corel Painter 2023 | Professional Painting Software for Digital Art, Illustration, Photo Art & Fine Art [Mac Download] $214.99

This digital painting software is available as a one-time purchase, making it a good alternative to subscription-based tools like Adobe Illustrator. New features include build-and-sculpt brushes, fluid papers, overlay mode for selections, and feather selection up to 2000px. Although you can use Corel Painter without connecting either a pen display tablet or drawing tablet to your computer, it does a great job of maximizing drawing tablet features like pressure sensitivity. Also available as a download for PCs with the same discount.

Anker MagGo Magnetic Charging Station
Buy for $49.99 and save 50% with a Prime membership

Buy: Anker MagGo Magnetic Charging Station, Qi2 Certified 15W Ultra-Fast MagSafe Wireless Charger for iPhone 15/14/13, 8-in-1 Power Strip with 3 AC and 4 USB Desktop Charger for MacBook and More $59.99

Declutter your desk or work table with this this compact charger. It’s Qi2-certified and offers 15W of ultra-fast wireless charging capabilities. It can, for example, bring your MacBook Air’s battery up to 50% in just 26 minutes with its 67W USB-C port. And it comes with a 24-month warranty.

SanDisk 1TB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory Card
Buy for $110.49 and save 40% with a Prime membership

Buy: SanDisk 1TB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory Card – C10, U3, V30, 4K UHD, SD Card – SDSDXXD-1T00-GN4IN $129.00

These days, every artist needs a high-capacity memory card for their images and videos. SanDisk’s 1TB card can capture video clips in Full HD or 4K resolution, and has a write speed of up to 140MB/s. This Prime Day deal includes a 2-year offer for RescuePRO Deluxe file recovery software, in case you accidentally delete a prized photo or video.

Marshall Emberton II Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Black & Brass
Buy for $94.99 and save 47% with a Prime membership

Buy: Marshall Emberton II Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Black & Brass $129.00

From the legendary maker of guitar amps, this Bluetooth-enabled mini speaker sports the Marshall logo right on its face. It may not go to 11, but its features are solid: it offers powerful bass and bright high tones and provides 30 hours of play on a single charge. Ideal for the studio, it is also waterproof, making it a great option for poolside or beach listening as well.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K 
Buy for $24.99 and save 50% with a Prime membership

Buy: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (newest model) with AI-powered Fire TV Search, Wi-Fi 6, stream over 1.8 million movies and shows, free & live TV $29.99

Although there are quite a few streaming media devices available in this competitive tech category, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa voice control still offers great value. It’s easy to set up and use, too—just plug it directly into your TV’s HDMI port and you’re ready to stream content in 4K (or 3,840 x 2,160 resolution). And it now comes with an impressive AI-enhanced search feature.

Huion Kamvas 22 Drawing Tablet
Buy for $314.30 and save 30% with a Prime membership

Buy: HUION KAMVAS 22 Drawing Tablet with Screen 120% sRGB PW517 Battery-Free Stylus Adjustable Stand, 21.5inch Pen Display for Windows PC, Mac, Android $449.00

If you’re looking for a large display tablet, but you’re not looking to spend a bundle, this item might fit the bill. Boasting a 21.5-inch full HD-resolution touch screen, it is easy to set up and use and ideal for creating digital art and editing photos, animations, and even audio and video. A durable, adjustable stand is included.

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Cyber Monday is over, but you can still find deals on tech accessories and software for artists. Any of the below items would make a great gift for the artist or photographer in your life (or for yourself!). A word of advice: Move fast, as many of these products will sell out quickly. (Prices current at time of publication.)

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Lume Cube 2.0 LED panel
Buy for $84.99 and save 6%

Buy: Lume Cube 2.0 Portable App-Controlled Waterproof LED Cube Light with DSLR Shoe Mount | Waterproof, Adjustable Brightness, Indoor Studio & Outdoor Use, for Photo and Video $89.99

A powerful lighting accessory, the Lume Cube 2.0 is a mini LED panel with a DSLR shoe mount and 1.5 hours of battery life. An excellent gift for photographers, it is tough, waterproof, and—weighing in at a mere 3.5 ounces—extremely portable. It’s simple to use: you can control brightness with just two buttons and toggle between light modes, including a low-light mode for long exposures. It can also be controlled wirelessly via Bluetooth using the mobile app.

Epson EcoTank ET-3850 printer
Buy for $319.99 and save 20%

Buy: Epson EcoTank ET-3850 Wireless Color All-in-One Cartridge-Free Supertank Printer with Scanner, Copier, ADF and Ethernet – The Perfect Printer Home Office,White $373.49

While it might seem difficult to get excited about a printer, we love Epson’s EcoTank line printers, which save money by using high-capacity, refillable ink tanks instead of ink cartridges. Our tech writer Terry Sullivan says this about the EcoTank: “I have to say that switching to a printer with an ink-tank system, instead of an ink-cartridge system has been one of the best buying decisions I’ve made in all my years of writing about tech gear. Why? In the more than two years I’ve had my own Epson EcoTank (an earlier version of this model), I’ve barely had to think about it and only needed to refill the tanks up once! Otherwise, it has simply worked. I also haven’t needed to fuss with settings, head cleaning, or alignment. Aside from my Amazon Kindle, it’s been one of the most consistently reliable consumer electronics accessories I’ve ever bought.” This versatile model will scan and copy as well as print, and it is now 20% off. So, if your studio needs an office printer, consider an EcoTank.

Zagg Pro Keys wireless keyboards & detachable cases for iPads
Buy for $50.39–$139.99 and save 10–54%

Buy: ZAGG Pro Keys Wireless Keyboard & Detachable Case for iPad Pro 12.9 – Backlit Keys, Apple Pencil Holder, 6.6ft Drop Protection $199.99

If you’re looking to make your Apple iPad function more like a laptop, getting a wireless keyboard can be, well, key! But before you buy, you’ll want to make sure the keyboard is compatible with your iPad. Zagg offers keyboards compatible with a number of iPad, iPad Pro, and iPad Air models, and they come with or without a trackpad. Just scroll through the drop-down menu to find your model. These keyboards are nicely designed with a detachable case and backlit keys. They also have an impressive battery life—even with a trackpad on, Zagg says their keyboards can hold a charge for up to 3 months.

Canon ImageProGraf Pro-1000 pigment printer
Buy for $999.00 and save $300

Unlike the Epson EcoTank ET-3850 wireless printer, which is best for office tasks, this much pricier 17-inch pigment printer is a great choice for photography or art projects. Like all pigment printers, it produces vibrant color prints, but where it really shines is in printing black-and-white photos. The PRO-1000’s 10-color Lucia Pro pigment ink set includes both photo and matte black inks, producing deeper and more intense blacks that look fantastic on fine art photo paper. And because it has separate nozzles for the two types of black ink, it doesn’t need to switch tanks while printing (a common annoyance), reducing ink waste and saving time. The PRO-1000 also has a dedicated Chroma Optimizer channel that layers on a clear coating for a smoother finish. You can quickly and easily check ink levels, printer status, and other settings on its 3-inch LCD screen, as well.

Wacom ONE 13 digital drawing tablet 
Buy for $299.95 and save 25%

Buy: Wacom One 12 Drawing Tablet with Screen, 11.6″ HD Full-Laminated Digital Art Tablet with Creative Software and Training, Graphics Drawing Pad for Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook $299.95

From one of the top tablet companies comes this well-balanced model, which is affordable, color accurate, and user friendly. Its 11.6-inch screen is large enough for most projects, has negligible parallax, and is finished with a slightly textured matte film that has a realistic paperlike feel. Because it’s a display tablet, it can be used it like any computer tablet, like an iPad. But it also allows you to tap into the software on your computer. One downside is that it doesn’t offer wireless connectivity like some drawing tablets, but overall, it’s very easy to set up and use. This is a great entry-level tool with a decent-sized screen for a good price.

Adobe Creative Cloud
Pay $29.98 per month for the first year and save 50% (students save 70% the first year)

For many artists, this software suite from Adobe is a must-have, since it offers everything from image- and video-editing software, like Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro, respectively, to motion graphics and animation tools, like After Effects. Not everyone loves the subscription model, but the entire suite is half off for the first year.

Corel Painter 2023 | Professional Painting Software (Mac Download)
$214.99 and save 50%

Buy: Corel Painter 2023 | Professional Painting Software for Digital Art, Illustration, Photo Art & Fine Art [Mac Download] $214.99

Although many artists may find all digital tools they need from Adobe, there are alternatives. When used with a drawing tablet or drawing display tablet (which is highly recommended), Corel Painter 2023 allows you to easily sketch, paint, and illustrate on a blank canvas or rework a photograph or digital illustration. It offers many types of brushes, including new Fluid brushes, Thick Paint, watercolors, pastels, oils, acrylics, airbrushes, and more. And right now it’s offered for half the price.

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Peak Design carbon fiber travel tripod
Buy for $539.96 and save $60

If you need a portable tripod, whether you’re shooting star trails at night or portraits at dawn, consider this lightweight, easy-to-use model. The carbon fiber version weighs just 2.8 pounds and has a packing height of 15.2 inches. It can extend to 60.2 inches (with center column raised), and can hold up to a 20-pound camera.

Bambu Lab A1 mini 3D printer
Buy for $349.00 and save 24%

When it comes to 3D printers, models and prices can get very confusing very quickly. But there are a couple of things that set the Bambu Lab A1 mini 3D printer apart, particularly if you’re a novice. Although it’s a budget-priced 3D printer (yes, models under $500 are considered budget models), it still allows you to print in up to four colors. And it’s very easy to set up and operate. Best of all, it is now almost $100 off.

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It’s Cyber Monday! Not all (or many) sale items are actually good buys, but we’ve done the research and found real (if sometimes modest) deals on electronics, photography gear, and software. Our recommendations below will help you get a jump on your holiday gift shopping for family, friends, and even yourself. We’ll be updating this page throughout the day, so check back often.

How we pick each product:
Our mission is to recommend the most appropriate artists’ tool or supply for your needs. Whether you are looking for top-of-the line equipment or beginners’ basics, we’ll make sure that you get good value for your money by doing the research for you. We scour the Internet for information on how art supplies are used and read customer reviews by real users; we ask experts for their advice; and of course, we rely on our own accumulated expertise as artists, teachers, and craftspeople.

ON BEST BUY

Canon EOS R100 mirrorless camera, 2-lens kit
Buy for $499.99 and save 40%

While many artists and photographers lust after full-frame mirrorless cameras, there are many excellent mirrorless cameras out there with smaller sensors. Among them is the Canon EOS R100, which has a smaller-than-full-frame APC-C-size sensor. In addition, it has a DIGIC 8 processor, Dual Pixel CMOS autofocus (which is super fast), the ability to fire off a burst of photos at 6.5 frames per second and capture 4K-resolution video up to 24 fps or Full-HD videos up to 60 fps (although at 4K resolution it does have a dramatic 1.5x crop). There are two lenses provided in this kit: an 18-45mm zoom and a 55-210mm zoom. (Just remember that those lenses will be similar to shooting with a 29-73mm zoom lens and an 89-340mm zoom lens, respectively, when you factor in the 35mm-equivalent, 1.6x magnification of the APS-C size sensor.) This is a quality tool for a reasonable price.

ON WALMART

Apple AirPods with charging case (2nd generation)
Buy for $89.00 and save 31%

There is no doubt that the sound quality is better with 4th-generation AirPods. Many, however, prefer the design and fit of the 2nd-generation AirPods, and now you can have them for nearly a third off. These wireless Bluetooth ear buds are easy to set up, and you can seamlessly switch between using them with your iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, iPad, and Apple TV. You also get more than 24 hours of battery life when they are fully charged.

XGIMI MoGo 2 mini projector with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Buy for $229.99 and save 42%

As an artist, gallerist, or curator, it is helpful to have a mini projector on hand so that you can show examples of videos, films, and even static artworks at a larger scale. With the XGIMI MoGo 2 wireless mini projector, you get a very portable projector that measures just 6.3 x 4.7 x 4.3 inches and weighs only 2.42 lbs. But it doesn’t skimp on performance: The projector is not just rated for 400 ISO lumens and has 25,000 hours of lamp life, but it has smart projector technology (XGIMI’s Intelligent Screen Adaption Technology), which allows you to easily set up and enjoy cinema-like moments without manual adjustment. It also comes with two built-in 8W speakers, which are Dolby compatible, and produces audio that won’t lack for bass frequencies.

ON TARGET

Beats Solo 4 Headphones
Buy for $99.99 and save 50%

If you’re an artist who listens to music or podcasts in the studio, Beats are an excellent choice for on ear–style headphones. They’re ultralight and very comfortable. They’re also reliable, with up to 50 hours of battery life. Plus, they’re versatile: You can listen to lossless audio via USB-C or 3.5 mm audio cable. And they’re easy to use, with one-touch pairing with both iOS and Android.

ON B&H

Nikon D7500 DSLR camera kit with 18-140mm lens
Buy for $896.95 and save 40%

The Nikon D7500 is not only more than seven years old, but it’s a DSLR and not a mirrorless camera. Nevertheless, there’s a lot to like about it. For starters, it has a 20.9-megapixel APS-C-size CMOS sensor that can fire off 8 frames-per-second for up to 100 still photos, and it can capture 4K UHD-resolution video at 30 fps. It also has a large, 3.2-inch, 922,000-dot, swiveling touchscreen display and a native ISO range from ISO 100 to ISO 51,200, which can be expanded to ISO 50 and out to ISO 1,640,000. This deal includes a camera body paired with a Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens, which is similar to shooting with a 27-210mm zoom lens, when you factor in the 35mm-equivalent, 1.5x magnification of Nikon’s DX-format, APS-C-size sensor. And while the D7500 camera body doesn’t offer in-body image stabilization (IBIS), the lens itself has Nikon’s VR technology, which is lens-based image stabilization that in some cases might actually perform better than IBIS.

ON ADORAMA

Nikon Z5 full-frame mirrorless camera kit with 24-50mm zoom lens, 32GB SD memory card, bag, tripod, and accessories
Buy for $1296.95 and save 24%

It may be a few years old and doesn’t have Nikon’s very latest imaging technology, but the Nikon Z5 is still a very capable full-frame, entry-level mirrorless camera. It comes with a 24-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, can fire off 4.5 frames per second in burst mode with autofocus, and has 5-axis in-body image stabilization, for better results in low-light. Filmmakers and vloggers will like that this Z-series camera can capture 4K UHD video capabilities at 30fps and 60fps. It also offers a silent mode, for discreet shooting, and has powerful Eye-Detection autofocus, to ensure subjects’ eyes are always in sharp focus. This kit not only includes a camera body with Nikon’s Nikkor Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 zoom lens, but also other accessories, including a 32GB SanDisk SDHC memory card, a camera bag, a ProOptic filter kit, and a tripod. Overall, it is a great value.

Sony ZV-1F vlogging camera
Buy for $398.00 and save $20%

Sony’s ZV-1F is a newer, upgraded version of its ZV-1, which was primarily designed for YouTubers and vloggers. Here are a few of the differences: The newer model features a fixed 20mm lens (instead of a zoom lens) as well as an improved autofocus system (which has Eye AF technology for detecting faces and eyes). Another difference is that you charge it with a USB-C, which can also be used to power the camera when it is used as a webcam. Like its predecessor, the ZV-1F is a versatile yet easy-to-use camera that takes very good quality videos and still photos. And although it may be a camera focused on vloggers, who will mostly use it for video, it’s also a really solid point-and-shoot still-photo camera.

ON AMAZON

All-new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (16 GB)
Buy for $129.99 and save 19%

Buy: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model) – Our fastest Kindle ever, with new 7″ glare-free display and weeks of battery life – Black $159.99

Reading the new Mondrian biography from the road? Amazon says this Kindle is the fastest they’ve made yet, with 25 percent faster page turns. It’s also ultrathin and waterproof, comes with a 7-inch glare free display, and has battery life that can last up to 12 weeks on a single charge. (It charges via a USB-C charger). What’s more, you can easily adjust the screen’s brightness and warmth.

Google Nest 2nd Gen Wired Video Doorbell Camera
Buy for $99.98 and save 44%

Buy: Google Nest Doorbell – (Wired, 2nd Gen) – Wired Video Doorbell Camera – Doorbell Security Camera – Ash $179.99

If you like to keep an eye on who’s at the door of your home or art studio, you’ll appreciate the features on this Google Nest Doorbell. It has three hours of of video event history, can tell the difference between a person, package, animal, and vehicle, and is compatible with smart devices that work with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. It can also connect to the Google Home app. (This model is designed to replace a wired doorbell and requires a compatible chime and transformer, both sold separately.)

Apple AirTag
Buy for $24.00 and save 17%

Buy: Apple AirTag. Keep Track of and find Your Keys, Wallet, Luggage, Backpack, and More. Simple one-tap Set up with iPhone or iPad $24.00

AirTags aren’t just for luggage! These tracking devices (which use a Bluetooth wireless signal) can help you keep tabs on all sorts of items, from artworks in transit to your plein air painting kit to your phone. Simply AirTag the item you want to track. Then, if you can’t find that item, you can use Apple’s Find My app to locate it. If it’s nearby, you can even play a sound on the built-in speaker by going to the New Items tab in the Find My app.

JBL Tour One M2 Wireless Over-Ear Noise Canceling Headphones (Black), Medium
Buy for $199.95 and save 33%

Buy: JBL Tour One M2 – Wireless Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black), Medium $329.95

There’s a lot to like about these versatile noise-canceling headphones. For starters, they have four built-in mics that you can adapt to the surrounding environment, all in real time. You can minimize distractions when you need to focus or lower the the level of noise cancellation so you can hear what’s going on around you, all via the JBL Headphones mobile app on your phone. They also have a very good battery life.

Glocusent 3-Color & 6-Brightness Reading Light
Buy for $17.98 and save 45%

Buy: Glocusent Book Light, 3-Color & 6-Brightness Reading Light, Bendable Neck Light, 80-hr Lasting Rechargeable Lamp, Perfect Book Light for Reading in Bed, Knitting, Camping, Repairing, Book Lovers Gifts $17.58

Artists will find lots of uses for this handy reading light, whether you are sketching on a dimly lit train or reading at an outdoor cafe. The light’s arms fit around your neck and are adjustable, so you can get the angle that’s most comfortable for you. It has three color temperature modes—yellow (3000K), warm white (4000K) and cool white (6000K)—and an independent switch for three brightness levels. It also boasts 80 hours of battery life and recharges with a USB-C cable.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 44mm Bluetooth Smartwatch
Buy for $155.24 and save 45%

Buy: SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch 6 44mm Aluminum Smartwatch w/ Fitness Tracker, Heart Monitor, BIA Sensor, Advanced Sleep Coaching, Bluetooth – Graphite $229.99

If you’re the type of artist who likes to keep a watchful eye over not just your schedule, but your workouts, health, and even sleep, a smartwatch, like the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6, is worth the price. It’s easy to use and very versatile. It’s also water resistant.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Unlocked Android Smartphone
Buy fo r$849.00 and save 23%

Buy: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL – Unlocked Android Smartphone with Gemini, Triple Rear Camera System, 24-Hour Battery, and 6.8″ Super Actua Display – Obsidian – 128 GB $939.95

This is the larger of the two Pixel 9 Pro models, and it’s packed with features. It comes with a 6.8-inch touchscreen display and 128 GBs of on-board storage, for keeping and displaying images of art. You can change shutter speeds and focus the camera manually as well as use its Magic Editor to adjust your photos. It also has a Night Sight Video feature, which allows you to take sharp videos in low light.

Canon PIXMA PRO-200 wireless professional inkjet photo printer
Buy for $399.00 and save 33%

Buy: Canon PIXMA PRO-200 Wireless Professional Inkjet Photo Printer $749.99

This is the older version of the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-300, although it’s still an excellent printer and has many of the same specs as the Pro-300. The main difference is that it has only eight color cartridges, instead of nine color cartridges, and the ink is dye based, instead of pigment based. While some photographers prefer a pigment-based system instead of dye-based system—dye being somewhat less archival than pigment—this model offers less expensive alternative. Just like the Pro-300, it can print out 13 x 19-inch color photographs that look fantastic.

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It’s Cyber Weekend! Many US retailers have marked down selected wares, including art and craft supplies. To help you parse the offerings, we’ll be tracking some of the best deals on artists’ tools, from pastels to tablets, to give as gifts or to keep for yourself.

We will be updating this page, so check in with us often. A word of advice: Move fast, as many of these products will sell out quickly. (All prices current at time of publication.)

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How we pick each product:
Our mission is to recommend the most appropriate artists’ tool or supply for your needs. Whether you are looking for top-of-the line equipment or beginners’ basics, we’ll make sure that you get good value for your money by doing the research for you. We scour the Internet for information on how art supplies are used and read customer reviews by real users; we ask experts for their advice; and of course, we rely on our own accumulated expertise as artists, teachers, and craftspeople.

SAVE ON TECH GEAR AND CAMERAS

This Cyber weekend there’s lots of great tech for artists, collectors, and galleries on sale. Check out our Black Friday deals on electronics, photography equipment, and software, and more here.

SAVE ON HELPING THE PLANET

SAVE ON ART-THEMED PUZZLES

SAVE ON ART GIFTS

SAVE ON ONLINE ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES

SAVE ON ARTIST’S SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT FROM BLICK

Blick is having an in-store holiday sale through December 24, but you can also find great deals online through its cyber sale. Many of the best deals are on student-grade tools and supplies, so if you are on a budget or just starting out, this is an especially good option for you. And don’t just stick to the sale page—there are great deals throughout the site. Here are some bargains that caught our eye.

SAVE ON ITEMS FOR THE STUDIO

SAVE ON ARTS AND CRAFTS PRODUCTS FROM MICHAEL’S

Michael’s Black Friday sale on art and craft supplies is in full swing, with great deals on everything from beads to framing. And don’t forget the items on Michael’s weekly ad. Pro tip: download the store’s app to easily browse newly released offers. Discounts abound, and a 40% discount on some regularly priced items with code. Here are some of our picks for what to buy:

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Amazon’s second Prime Day event of the year started yesterday and runs through midnight PST tonight, with big discounts on tech devices for the home and studio. But you can also find deals at other retailers like Blick, Walmart, and Adorama, where we are seeing some great bargains on cameras, computers, and art supplies.

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ADORAMA DEALS

You’ll find exceptional deals at Adorama during their 48-Hour Flash Sale as well as Sony’s Adorama Days, through October 15.

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II Mirrorless Camera Body with Accessories Kit
Buy for $997.99 and save 33%

The Panasonic Lumix GH5 II, which originally debuted in 2021 at $1,600 (body only), was designed for videographers (though it still takes great still photos). It has a 20.3MP sensor with AR coating, great autofocus, and image stabilization with Panasonic’s latest Venus Engine. It’s also capable of unlimited video recording in various settings and can record C4K/4K 60p 4:2:0 10-bit without cropping, with simultaneous output over HDMI during internal recording. Additionally, this model can wirelessly live stream using the Panasonic’s Sync smartphone app supported by USB PD outdoors or indoors. It comes with an accessory kit that includes a Slinger shoulder bag, a 128GB Lexar memory card, and a Pro Optics LCD screen protector.

Sony Alpha a6400 Mirrorless Camera with Lens
Buy for $848.00 and save $150

Introduced in early 2019, this fantastic Sony mirrorless camera is capable, lightweight, and boasts a lot of features: It has a 24.2-megapixel image sensor (APS-C sized), it can shoot silently in burst mode at up to 8 frames per second, and it is capable of fast continuous shooting with autofocus and auto exposure at up to 11fps. It also comes with Sony’s powerful tracking features and Real-time Eye AF and can shoot 4K-resolution video clips. It comes with an accessory kit that includes a 32GB SanDisk memory card, Slinger camera bag, Pro Optics lens kit, and more. 

WALMART DEALS

What’s nice about Walmart’s Deals for Days Holiday Kickoff sale is that appears to be open to all consumers, not just Walmart club members (or Walmart+ members). It runs through October 12, with up to 60% off on sale items.

Lenovo Ideapad 5 14-Inch 1080 Touchscreen Laptop with Windows 11 Home
Buy for $449.00 and save 46%

This Lenovo IdeaPad 5 has an AMD Ryzen 7 5700U mobile processor with Radeon graphics. It also comes with 8GBs DDR4 RAM, a 512 GB NVMe TLC SSD drive for storage, and a 14-inch touchscreen display. 

Apple Watch SE (1st Gen) GPS, 44mm, Space Gray Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band-Regular
Buy for $149 and save 52%.

The main reason this version of the Apple Watch SE is so inexpensive is that it’s a discontinued model. But it is still an Apple watch, and it’s over 50% off.

BLICK DEALS

We don’t know if Blick was looking to compete with Amazon (in point of fact, Blick’s everyday prices tend to be lower than Amazon’s Prime Day deal prices on art supplies), but they are currently running a Fall Cyber Deals sale, with impressive discounts on drawing and painting supplies, which ends tonight.

Winsor & Newton Studio Collection Watercolor Pencils, Set of 50
Buy for $50.00 and save 42%

Winsor & Newton’s highly pigmented wax-based pencils can be used as dry media or with water for painterly effects. This set includes a pad of paper and a brush.

Da Vinci Oil Brushes Wood Box Set
Buy for $95.25 and save 34%

This set includes four long-handled Da Vinci Grigio oil-painting brushes—a size 12 flat, a size 8 filbert, a size 8 flat, and a size 4 round, as well as a free painting cloth and brush soap. The brushes come in a wooden box, making this set an attractive gift for an oil painter.

BEST BUY DEALS

Best Buy’s Flash Sale ends tomorrow!

Hercules Swivel Office Chair
Buy for $258.99 and save 26%

For those looking for a nice chair for their office or art studio, this office chair should fit the bill. It’s 44 x 29.5 x 29 inches, has an ergonomic design, and is adjustable. And it comes with a 2-year limited warranty. 

SanDisk 128GB iXpand Flash Drive Luxe for iPhone
Buy for $30.99 and save 53%

We love this little flash drive, which makes downloading or transfering files and photos from your iPhone a snap. The Lightning and USB-C connectors allow fast transfer speeds, and the automatic backup feature safeguards the content on your phone.

NEWEGG DEALS

Newegg’s Fantastech II sale appears to run on until the end of 2023 with great deals on gaming devices and more.

ASUS Gaming Desktop ROG Strix GA15DK-DS776 with Windows 11 Home 64-bit
Buy for $1049.99 and save 44%

This Asus computer desktop is loaded with lots of great features. It comes with 16GB of RAM, so it won’t slow down, even if you have lots of apps open. Plus it has a 1TB SSD for storing media, which responds instantly without any lag. Also included: Windows 11 Home (64-bit). And now, it’s almost half off.

MSI 24-inch Computer Monitor
Buy for $119.99 and save 20%

This monitor offers full HD quality and is also an IPS grad panel, for less image distortion and minimal color shifts. In addition, it has a 170 Hz refresh rate, for smooth-looking footage when watching video with lots of action, a display port, and two HDMI ports.

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What Is Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Day?

Amazon’s second Prime Day event of the year, Prime Big Deal Days, started yesterday and will run through 11:59 pm PST tonight. Over those 48 hours, Amazon is offering thousands of deals across all shopping categories, including art supplies and equipment.

What’s the Catch?

To get access to the deals (or most of the deals), however, you have to be an Amazon Prime subscriber.

Amazon Prime costs $14.99 a month or $139 a year. Its benefits include faster shipping on Amazon orders, discounts at Whole Foods, and access to Amazon’s streaming entertainment. You can also pick up a free 30-day trial of Prime here.

What’s on Sale?

Prime Days feature deals across all of Amazon’s categories, including tools for artists. Many of these deals are Lightning Deals, lasting only a few hours. A word of advice: Move fast, as the most desirable products will sell out quickly.

What’s On Sale Right Now?

While (frankly) many deals are not worth shopping, we’ll be tracking the best deals on tech for artists and galleries as they become available. Some can be accessed without a Prime membership, though with Prime membership you’ll get free shipping. Others are only available to members. See our picks below and check back in with us often to find our favorite Prime Big Deal Days deals and discounts. Happy browsing!

***NEW***35% off Amazon eero 6+ mesh Wi-Fi router—Buy for $194.99 

Buy: Amazon eero 6+ mesh wifi system – Supports internet plans up to a Gigabit, Coverage up to 4,500 sq. ft., Connect 75+ devices, 3-pack $299.99

Today, it’s essential to have a working Wi-fi connection. With this 3-pack eero 6+ Wi-Fi router, you can feel confident that you and your family, or you and your staff, have enough bandwidth for your needs. This router supports Wi-Fi speeds up to a gigabit, without the premium price tag. It’s also compatible with previous-generation eero devices. It even has a smart-home hub to connect compatible Thread and Zigbee devices on your network with Alexa.

***NEW*** 36% off Kindle Paperwhite Cork Cover (11th Generation-2021)—Buy for $31.99

Buy: Kindle Paperwhite Cork Cover (11th Generation-2021) $29.99

Whether you’re looking to read a biography of your favorite artist or brush up on your art history, a Kindle is a portable way way to enjoy any book. This cover is designed to perfectly fit and protect your Kindle Paperwhite or Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (11th Generation only—it will not fit prior generation Kindle devices). It opens and closes like a book, waking your Kindle or putting it to sleep.

***NEW*** 36% off Epson EcoTank ET-4850 Wireless All-in-One Printer—Buy for $349.99

Buy: Epson EcoTank ET-4850 Wireless All-in-One Cartridge-Free Supertank Printer with Scanner, Copier, Fax, ADF and Ethernet – The Perfect Printer Office – White, Medium $401.99

It’s been about nine years since Epson broke new ground in the consumer-printer market by introducing a new type of printer: the EcoTank. With the EcoTank, you didn’t have to rely on ink cartridges—possibly the most detested of all home office technologies (they’re too expensive, they don’t last, they never work right, they stain fingers, etc.).

Like all EcoTank models, this Epson ET-4850 all-in-one printer is easy to set up by opening each of the four colors of ink bottle and filling each of the corresponding ink tanks. According to Epson, you won’t have to add more ink for another two years (although that depends on how much printer you use your printer). Speaking from personal experience, I can tell you that the mid-range Epson EcoTank printer I bought two years ago has been among the most reliable peripherals I’ve even owned. At the very least, it’s worth considering EcoTank printer if you can find one that fits in your budget. 

***NEW*** 50% off Beats Solo 4 Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones—Buy for $99.00

Buy: Beats Solo 4 – Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones, Apple & Android Compatible, Up to 50 Hours of Battery Life – Matte Black $129.99

Although some might prefer over-the-ear type headphones to these on-ear style headphones, this generation of Apple Beats Solo headphones are designed to be more comfortable that their predecessors. They also give you up to fifty hours of battery life. They don’t come with active noise-cancelling technology, but they are wireless with the option of connecting to and streaming music from devices via a USB-C port. Lastly, they also support spatial audio and lossless audio (through that same USB-C connection).

20% off Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera (Body Only)—Buy for $1999.00

This, the second iteration of the Canon EOS R6 full-frame mirrorless camera, adds more resolution to the sensor (now with 24 megapixels). There are other enhancements as well—for instance, in burst mode, the R6 Mark II doubles the number of frames per second when shooting with the electronic shutter from 20 fps to 40 fps. Its battery life is a little better too. Like its predecessor, it can still capture 4K-resotuion video in 60p, has dual memory card slots, includes built-in image stabilization, and has powerful AF subject-detection technology (for people and animals).

25% off Apple MacBook Air Laptop—Buy for $749.00

Buy: Apple 2022 MacBook Air Laptop with M2 chip: Built for Apple Intelligence, 13.6-inch Liquid Retina Display, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage, Backlit Keyboard, 1080p FaceTime HD Camera; Starlight

This 2022 MacBook Air has a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, 8GBs of RAM, a 256GB SSD hard drive for storage, and a backlit keyboard. It also includes a built-in 1080p FaceTime HD camera, a three-mic array, and a four-speaker sound system with spatial audio. Overall, it’s a very portable laptop that weighs just 2.7 pounds.

49% off Samsung Galaxy Watch—Buy for $169.00 with an Amazon Prime Membership

Buy: Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 44mm Bluetooth Smartwatch, Fitness Tracker, Personalized HR Zones, Advanced Sleep Coaching, Heart Monitor, BIA Sensor, Health Wellness Insights, Big Screen, US Version, Graphite $293.19

If you’re looking for an outstanding smartwatch, but aren’t interested in buying into the Apple ecosystem, you should take a close look at this Samsung Galaxy watch. It’s great for keeping track of the number steps you take each day, the quality of your sleep, and how many calories you burned during your workout, along with many other tasks.

50% off SimpliSafe 10 Piece Wireless Home Security System with Outdoor Camera—Buy for $214.99 with an Amazon Prime membership

Buy: SimpliSafe 10 Piece Wireless Home Security System with Outdoor Camera – Optional 24/7 Professional Monitoring – No Contract – Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant

Keep your home studio or gallery safe with this product, which is a whole security system right out of the box. It comes with two 1080p, full-HD resolution wireless security cameras, one for indoors, and another—with color night vision—for outdoors. It also includes a base station, keypad, motion sensors, and entry sensors. There’s even a downloadable SimpliSafe mobile app designed to let you effectively interact with your entire setup. Though this system is usually a bit pricey, it’s now 50 percent off for Amazon Prime members.

50% off Wacom Intuos Medium Bluetooth Graphics Drawing Tablet – Buy for $99.95

Buy: Wacom Intuos Medium Bluetooth Graphics Drawing Tablet, Portable for Teachers, Students and Creators, 4 Customizable ExpressKeys, Compatible with Chromebook Mac OS Android and Windows – Pistachio $89.95

There’s a lot for artists to like about this drawing tablet from Wacom, which is the company’s medium-sized Intuos tablet. For starters, it comes with a battery-free pen, so no charging is necessary. The tablet itself comes with lots of free software, has four customizable express keys, and Bluetooth technology that lets you connect to your laptop or desktop computer. Best of all, while the sale lasts, it’s half off!

42% off Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max streaming device—Buy for $34.99

Buy: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max streaming device (newest model) with AI-powered Fire TV Search, supports Wi-Fi 6E, free & live TV without cable or satellite $59.99

If your job includes keeping up-to-date with the latest streamers, consider this inexpensive but very capable device, which can stream content in 4K (3,840 x 2,160 resolution). It was already reasonably priced, but now its more than 40% off.

62% off Blink Outdoor 4 wireless smart security cameras (3 camera system)—Buy for $99.99

Buy: Blink Outdoor 4 (newest model), Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery, 1080p HD day and infrared night live view, two-way talk – 3 camera system $399.99

This great deal gets you 3 fourth-generation Blink Outdoor wireless, smart security cameras for more than half off. Mount them outside your art studio, gallery, or even your outdoor installation. They’re easy to use and to set up: simply pop in two AA batteries. Each camera provides you with a 1080p full-HD live view (which is also enhanced with motion detection and person detection), plus infrared night vision and crisp two-way audio.