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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%
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%
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%
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%
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%
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%
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%
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%
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.
