Beginner’s Travel Photography Kit for Black Friday 2025

 

Planning to travel this holiday season? Make sure you’re ready to capture every unforgettable moment with a Canon video camera. And with Black Friday 2025 right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to invest in a travel photography kit, including Canon lenses. No matter where you’re headed, the right Canon gear makes it easier to preserve your favourite travel memories in stunning detail. Here’s a quick guide to some excellent options for beginners!

 

Model	Highlight	Best for
Canon EOS R100	Fast autofocus, easy creative controls	Family holidays
Canon IXUS 285 HS A	Compact 12× zoom with Wi-Fi sharing	Light travel
Canon EOS R10	24.2 MP APS-C sensor, 4K 60p video	Travel vlogs
Canon EOS R50	Lightweight 4K camera with stabilisation	On-the-go creators
PowerShot V10	Pocket 4K vlogging cam, stereo mics	Beginner vloggers
PowerShot G7 X Mark III	20.1 MP sensor, 4K video	Versatile content
RF 24–240 mm F4–6.3 IS USM	10× zoom, 5-stop stabilisation	All-purpose lens
RF-S 18–150 mm F3.5–6.3 IS STM	Flexible zoom range	City and portrait shots
RF-S 10–18 mm F4.5–6.3 IS STM	Ultra-wide compact design	Landscapes & architecture

 

Cameras for family holidays

·       Canon EOS R100 - With a Dual Pixel CMOS AF system, the EOS R100 tracks eyes and faces to keep everyone sharp and in focus, even in bustling or fast-moving scenes. Creative Assist mode lets you easily adjust background blur and contrast to enhance your shots, while the Auto Lighting Optimiser balances harsh sunlight for more natural-looking photos. Taking group photos? Use remote shooting so you’re also included in the shot.

·       Canon IXUS 285 HS A - If you prefer something light and easy to carry, the Canon IXUS 285 HS A is an excellent travel companion. This compact camera features a 12x zoom lens that handles both wide landscapes and distant subjects with ease. Despite its slim profile, it gives you vibrant, high-quality photos and Full HD videos. With built-in Wi-Fi, you can share your travel memories effortlessly from anywhere.

Best beginner-friendly travel cameras for content creation 

·       Canon EOS R10 - With a 24.2MP APS-C sensor, the EOS R10 delivers crisp, clean stills and smooth 4K video at 60p, making it ideal for travel vlogs and social media reels. Meanwhile, the advanced autofocus system tracks your moving subjects, allowing you to take sharp results, even in poor lighting conditions. These features make it an excellent Canon video camera that lets you make professional-looking results every time.

·       Canon EOS R50 - If you’re looking for something even lighter, the Canon EOS R50 is a great choice. Sharing the same sensor and autofocus system as the EOS R10, this compact model weighs just 375g, so you can keep filming in 4k and up to 30p while on the go. With Movie Digital IS, you can shoot smooth, steady footage while walking or filming handheld. It also supports vertical video, making it easy to shoot for social media.

Both the EOS R10 and EOS R50 are compatible with Canon lenses from the RF and RF-S lines, giving you flexibility and room to grow as you expand your photography or videography skills.

Best beginner-friendly cameras for travel vlogging

·       Canon PowerShot V10 - If you’re upgrading to a vlogging camera from a smartphone, you’ll appreciate the user-friendly features and compact size of the Canon PowerShot V10. Weighing just 211g, it features a large 1.0-inch sensor that captures stunning 4K video with Canon’s Face Detection AF across the entire frame. It’s a great Canon video camera that keeps your subject in focus, no matter where they are. You won’t also have to worry about shaky footage with the Movie Digital IS keeping your shots stable. And thanks to built-in stereo microphones, you can capture immersive ambient sounds that make your travel stories feel authentic and alive.

·       Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III - Looking for a more versatile and compact shooter? The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III offers the best of both worlds. Despite its compact and lightweight frame, it features a 20.1MP 1.0-type sensor and records detailed 4K video.

Best entry-level lenses for travel photography

The Canon RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM is an excellent all-rounder with an impressive 10x zoom range. It’s one of the most versatile Canon lenses that can cover everything from sweeping landscapes to detailed travel portraits with ease. Thanks to 5-stop optical image stabilisation (IS), you can capture sharp images even when shooting handheld or in low light. When used on a Canon camera with an APS-C sensor, its range equals 38.4-384mm on a full-frame camera.

Thinking of getting the EOS R10 or EOS R50? They’re perfect with the Canon RF-S 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM. With its flexible zoom range, this lens can handle everything, whether you’re shooting cityscapes or close-up portraits.

If you prefer Canon lenses that can take wide-angle shots, the Canon RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM is a great option. This compact, ultra-wide lens works beautifully with the EOS R10 and EOS R50, and pairs nicely with the RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM kit lens. The 10-18mm zoom range helps you capture anything while highlighting both foreground and background elements, whether you’re taking photos of landscapes or architectural marvels.

Ready to shop this Black Friday?

Get your travel photography gear ready in time for your next adventure by visiting one of our National Store retail locations this Black Friday. We’ll help you find the perfect beginner-friendly cameras and Canon lenses for your photography kit. As an authorised Canon distributor in the UAE, we offer genuine products and great deals on the latest gear.

Have questions? Reach us via WhatsApp at +971 55 300 6031 and get tailored advice on which Canon video camera or other essential gear to get for your trip.