As they get more powerful and more packed with features, the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad aren't just for entertainment or learning. More and more, they're being used by professionals in many fields, including photography and filmmaking. Whether the people on your gift list who love those pursuits are professionals or enthusiasts, they'll appreciate gifts from this list.

image copyright Hewlett-PackardIn our wireless world, photographers and filmmakers are increasingly using wireless devices like the iPhone and iPad in their work. But in many cases one of their key tools--the printer--hasn't entered our wireless age. That's no longer true thank to AirPrint. This Apple technology allows iOS devices to print to compatible printers on the same Wi-Fi network. While not all printers support AirPrint (click the link above for a list), some of the high-quality photo printers may be on your photographer's wishlist.

image copyright Apple Inc.While the screens of modern digital cameras are getting bigger all the time, none of them can hold a candle to the size and attractiveness of the iPad's screen. That's why lots of photographers use it to view their pictures. In order to do that, though, they need a way to move the
SD card from the camera to the iPad. Enter Apple's Camera Connection Kit. These adapters plug into the dock connector and let photographers insert SD cards or connect cameras via USB. Expect to spend around US$30.
3. Filmmaking Apps

Movie Slate copyright PureBlend SoftwareMaking films with the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad isn't just about the cool hardware accessories you can get. There are a ton of powerful and helpful apps, too. From apps to plan out shots, use as a movie slate, or even edit video, there are dozens of great choices, starting at just a few dollars. A search at the App Store will turn up a lot more, but a few good candidates include:
Learn how to give apps as gifts here.

image copyright Joby Inc.To take a great photo, you either need a steady hand or you need a sturdy tripod. But what about the hard-to-fit, hard-to-reach, or otherwise difficult locations? It depends on the circumstance, of course, but Joby's GorillaMobile may be able to help your iPhone-toting photographer. That's because this tripod is built out of strong, but bendable, legs that allow it to strike all kinds of complicated poses. It runs $40-$50.

image copyright Makayama Media B.V.This accessory--which attaches to a tripod (not included)--greatly enhances the usefulness of the iPad as a filmmaking tool. Shoot video via a number of lenses, mount shotgun mics and lights, present the screen for easy editing, and more. This $70 item can help turn an iPad and a tripod into a powerful mobile filmmaking unit.

image copyright Burbn Inc.The iPhone is a tremendous device for professional and novice photographers alike. Start with the iPhone 4S's 8 megapixel camera and add in any of the many useful and fun photography apps and you've got a recipe for great photos. Expect apps to cost anywhere from $1-$10. As with the filmmaking apps above, an App Store search will provide the widest range of options, but here are a few great photo apps:

image copyright Studio NeatForget needing to buy a whole new tripod for your iPhone photography needs. This tiny, handy $20 attachment makes any standard tripod compatible with the iPhone. Just screw the Glif onto your existing tripod and you've got a place to secure your iPhone 4 or 4S for taking photos. When it's not attached to a tripod, the Glif makes a handy stand for propping up the iPhone to see the screen easily when watching video or using
FaceTime.

image copyright vid-atlantic media productionsThis camera mount is likely to delight the professional photographer on your gift list this year (and probably only the professionals. At around $170, it's likely too expensive to give to the hobbyist). The OWLE turns the iPhone into a more full-featured photo and video studio. Included in this kit is a mount and stabilizer for taking crisper images, a wide angle/macro lens, and a directional mic. Other accessories can be added to it via additional purchases, making the OWLE a tremendous platform for photographers who want to get even better images from their iPhones.

image copyright Cam CaddieThis $90 iPad mount is similar to the Makayama Movie Mount in that it attaches an iPad to a tripod. Unlike the Makayama, though, the Tabie is a straight-ahead mount, with no additional features. This is more like a component of a film shoot, rather than something that tries to replace multiple components. Still, If you need to mount a teleprompter, provide a monitor, or make it easy to demo video, the Tabie might be for you.