Holiday season signifies merriment and gift giving. But the concept of green living during the holidays may seem to be a toughie. Fret not! Because with tons of eco-friendly gifts available on the market today, it’s rather easy to find unique gifts that as well fall into the category of green products.

Here are some of the eco-friendly gift ideas and suggestions for the holidays and for all occasions:

Reusable bags and recycled totes - Perfect for your shopping diva or fashionista friend, these eco-friendly bags would definitely be functional for them. Help them veer away from using plastic bags when shopping by bringing their own stylish, durable, reusable bags, which can be made from cotton, linen or hemp. On the other hand, recycled totes made from candy wrappers and other food packages are great accessories for those holiday parties or even romantic dates.

Solar powered charger - Solar power is huge these days, which is good news for your techie loved ones and frequent traveler friends! They can constantly stay connected without being such a pain to the environment. Take advantage of the sun’s free energy by giving him or her a handy-dandy solar powered charger that juices up cell phones, iPods, and even laptops.

Organic food and goodies - Ideal for health buffs, vegetarians, and eco-conscious colleagues and friends, organic products are good for the planet. They do not use chemicals and pesticides unlike mainstream food products, making them more nutritious and harmless to the environment. Grab some organic chocolates, coffee, tea, or wine at your local shops to also help your community’s economy.

Vintage jewelry – Want something unique for your mom or best friend? Make her feel special by giving her antique jewelry found at thrift shops, jewelry stores, and online. Shopping for these dazzling accessories is a useful, chic way to recycle wearable metals and gems. Besides, vintage is a classic piece that appeals to almost anyone. They are so pretty; you can even buy one for yourself, too.

Bike - Bicycles are no doubt environmentally-friendly gifts. They require no gas, just pure human power. Give a new, upgraded or secondhand bike to your outdoor enthusiast fellow and help him or her enjoy nature more, while reducing impact to the planet. Bikes are also suitable for sporty individuals to foster a fit and green lifestyle. Plus, they can even forget about driving to work or commuting if they have “wheels” to show off.

Eco-friendly kitchenware - Stainless steel food containers, bamboo cutting boards, glassware are just some of the numerous green kitchen tools that you can give away to moms and homemakers this Yuletide season. Stainless steel, bamboo, and glass are all renewable, reusable, and recyclable, and 100% green gifts.

When it comes to buying presents, we also have to be as ecologically minded as if we’re shopping for our own needs. So, encourage green gift giving this holidays and be a good example to your family, friends, and loved ones. Moreover, conscientiously chosen gifts make a favorable difference to the planet and to the people around you. Keep in mind that these eco-friendly gift recommendations are applicable, too, for all other occasions. Besides, we have to be planet-friendly all year round!

For the woman who appreciates a little thoughtful reading material, give her “The Intellectual Devotional: Health,” from the New York Times best-selling series.This daily devotional will renew the mind and provide her with health and medical information for each day of the year, covering vitals categories from drugs and alternative treatments to sexuality and lifestyle & preventative medicine. $24.00. Bookstores nationwide.

Does she love dogs and cry every episode of National Geographic Channel’s hit show Dogtown? Then she will love to read the inspirational and moving tails, ehem tales, of how a very special shelter healed and rehabilitated “unadoptable” dogs and found them welcoming homes in “DogTown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption.” $26.Bookstores nationwide.

She’ll love to accessorize with a hand-forged Copper Cuff Bracelet ($168), designed by a woman artist as part of a series of bracelets inspired by her travels to the Caribbean. Crafted in a variety of textures and styles, there’s one for every woman. Combine it with a Chocolate Pear Sterling & Copper Mokume Gane Ring ($195) for a completely exquisite look. fehrenbachjewelry.com.

If your favorite gal pal loves to take a hike, give her a “Just Hike” Just Be Tee fit for the occasion. All their tees are printed on super-soft 100 percent cotton and printed with eco-friendly ink. The concept for the shirts is based on an online community where people are encouraged to be themselves at jb-justbe.com, where you can also buy the shirts. $15 to $21.

Give her a warm and glowing feeling with natural, clean-burning Big Dipper Wax Works Beeswax Candles, available in a variety of beautiful colors, shapes and scents, and packaged in recyclable or reusable containers. $2.99 to $28.99. Whole Foods.

Get a tingly feeling by giving the gift of handmade Indigo Wild Holiday Mint Zum Soaps, and the company will donate a portion of sales to help homeless pets and contribute to breast cancer research. $6.25. Whole Foods Market.

Give her feet a treat with the NBx Scrambler Tab hi-tech sock, to go with her hi-energy lifestyle. They feature wicking technology, extra cushioning and a left- and right-foot fit so that the sock feels like a second skin. $19.99 for two pack. NBwebexpress.com.

Christmas is a time of giving. This is the time when we exchange gifts with one another as we remember Christ’s act of giving His own life so we can live. But wouldn’t it be nicer if we fulfill each other’s Christmas list by giving the perfect gift they are waiting and praying for? This Christmas, it is such a nice act to give but it is a nicer act to give what your loved ones really want so do a better act. Check out our Top 10 Electronic Christmas Gifts for 2008:

1. Flip Video MinoHD Camcorder, 60 Minutes (Black). This electronic gadget can hold up to 60 minutes of HD-quality video on its 4 GB built-in memory. You can carry it anywhere you go with its super slim and ultimately sleek design perfect for your pocket. You can also plug in your flash drives and automatically launch built-in FlipShare software that allows you to store and organize your movie clips and video clips.

2. Apple iPod touch 8 GB (2nd Generation). This is oftentimes being confused with an Apple iPhone but don’t be because this is an iPod touch that gives you the awesome chance to have as many as 1,750 songs, 10,000 photos, or 10 hours o video. If fully charged, you can use this for up to 36 hours of listening to music or 6 hours of watching your favorite video on its 3.5-inch widescreen.

3. Sony BDP-S350 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player. With its precision cinema progressive HD, this Blu-ray Disc player is the perfect gift for your father or brother. With its full HD 1080/60p and 24p True Cinema Video Output, they cannot say no to your request right after!

4. Apple iPod touch 16 GB (2nd Generation). An unbelievable capacity of 3,500 songs, 10,000 photos, or 20 hours of video, this 16 GB iPod touch from the 2nd generation is a must give for your growing kids aged 12-15 y/o.

5. Canon PowerShot A590IS 8MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom. Suited for everybody this holiday, capture the magical moments with this 8.0 mega pixel digital camera that allows you to go further with its 4x optical image-stabilized zoom. You also do not need to worry of getting low batteries and has no outlet to recharge because this is powered by AA batteries.

6. Garmin nüvi 350 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator. If you are thinking of a gift to your adventurous father or sibling, this is the one you are looking for! A compact 700 MB GPS navigator with an amazing MP3/audiobook player, photo viewer, and world travel clock, this will definitely give them the right directions without the hassles. You can simply place this on your vehicle windshield with included suction cup.

7. Apple iPod classic 120 GB Black (6th Generation). Oozing with thousands of songs, photos, or videos, this 120 GB iPod classic from the latest 6th generation is best for your kids aged 18 and above.

8. Apple iPod touch 32 GB Black (2nd Generation). For youngsters aged 12 to 15 years old, this 32 GB capable of storing up to 7,000 songs, 10,000 photos, or 40 hours of video is certainly the one on top of their Christmas list.

9. Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black). Perfect for the whole family, this digital camera has an astonishing 12.2 mega pixel CMOS sensor that totally brings pictures to real life. It also has a hefty 3.0-inch display that is LCD and improved Auto focus and framing rate.

10. Canon PowerShot SD1100IS 8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Blue). For those who just love taking pictures anywhere and anytime, this one is for you! A very handy and lights digital camera with 8.0 mega pixel CCD, face detection, and a motion detection technology that automatically saves your pictures from being blurred.

So if you want to give this Christmas, make sure that you will give only the best because your loved ones deserve only the best this holiday! Hurry and choose from our Top 10 Electronics Christmas Gifts for 2008!

If you’re interested in sustainable living, the planet’s environment and supporting small businesses, you may want to toss out the red and just go green this year.

By purchasing eco-friendly gifts for all the people on your list, you can set a new trend among your friends and family. Your purchases will show that you want the world to be a better place, and you may inspire other to think green when it comes to holiday shopping. Here are several different gift ideas for the people on your list.

A Green cleaning kit

Did you know that conventional cleaning products can expose your family to harmful chemicals, not to mention their ability to get into our water system. By cleaning with natural cleaners, such as simple baking soda or retail natural cleaners, you can improve your health and keep toxins out of the environment.

Get your friends and family on board by providing them with their own green cleaning starter kit. Purchase retail products for the kitchen or bathroom and add a natural sea sponge. Or make your own cleaning products with a few natural recipes and pass them along to your friends.

Organic chocolate

Who doesn’t love chocolate? Give the sweet tooth on your list something that is delicious and eco-friendly as well. Look for organic chocolates online or in specialty shops. In addition to regular milk chocolate and dark chocolate, you can find unique chocolate blends that have organic ingredients. Buy a few different varieties and make a tasty gift basket.

Hemp products

Hemp products are very environmentally friendly because they are grown from hemp plants, which are said to have less impact on the environment than cotton plants. Hemp has been used in a variety of different ways from fabric to personal care products. You can literally pick something that you want to give and then find it made in hemp. Sweatshirts, purses, soap, shampoo, sheets, towels and even jewelry can be made from hemp. Don’t worry: hemp is not marijuana and is totally legal.

Handmade by locals

If you’re looking for a unique gift idea that reduces the environmental cost of shipping, buy local! You can buy hand made items from local craft fairs or swap meets. Whether locally or online, you can find paintings, jewelry, clothing, accessories, toys – basically something for everyone on your list. Shopping handmade items has become so popular that some people are taking a “handmade pledge” and promise to buy all of their gifts from independent artisans.

These eco friendly Christmas gift ideas will allow you to have a holiday season with less impact on the planet.

A gift card is a plastic, electronic version of the old paper gift certificate (a paper voucher that can be spent at a specific store). The card contains a computer microchip that stores a set value according to how much the giver spends at the time he or she purchases the card. In industry terms, this kind of card is described as a “prepaid” or “stored-value” payment device. A balance of funds is stored on the card until it is spent by the person who received it as a gift.

Some gift cards are sold by specific retailers (such as Gap, Barnes & Noble, and Target) and can only be redeemed at those retail establishments; these are called “closed-system” cards. Others are sold by credit card companies (such as Visa, MasterCard, and American Express) and can be spent anywhere those cards are accepted; these gift cards are called “open-system” cards.

Since their introduction in the mid-1990s, gift cards have been an increasingly popular solution to the age-old dilemma of what to buy for family and friends on birthdays and holidays, when you have no clue what they would like. As an alternative to giving an envelope of cash (which many people find to be crass or impersonal) or taking a gamble on a sweater that will probably be returned or pushed to the back of the closet, a gift card has become a fashionable way to show you care by allowing someone to pick out something that he or she really likes.

Gift cards came into use in the American marketplace in the mid-1990s, but the origin of “prepaid” cards can be traced to the early 1970s, when transit cards were first issued as a convenient way to prepay for a block of subway or bus rides. At about the same time, colleges and universities began offering prepaid cards that students could use to make purchases on campus. Closed-system cards found another application in the late 1980s with the advent of prepaid phone cards.

The video-store chain Blockbuster is credited with introducing, in 1995, the first closed-system prepaid gift card. The idea caught on immediately, and 10 years later just about every major retailer in the United States offered a closed-system gift card for purchases at their locations.

The first open-system cards were made available in the early 1990s, when the federal government began replacing paper-based food stamps (vouchers issued as public assistance to low-income families) with Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, which could be used to buy food at grocery stores. In the mid-1990s Visa and a London-based company called Mondex International introduced prepaid open-system cards that could be used anywhere as a form of electronic cash. Although these and other open-system cards were slower to catch on, in 2005 industry analysts stated that prepaid or stored-value cards had great potential for other uses.

It’s Christmas time again! The time of joy, and laughter, and gift-giving, and… ah yes, the gift-giving.

Inevitably, somebody asks the question “What do you want for Christmas?” only to receive the answer “Oh, I don’t know!” This leaves far too many of us fruitlessly searching the Internet-or even worse, standing in the sardine can that is every single retail store this time of year-trying to find the perfect gift.

If you have outdoorsy people in your life-men, women, and children-we’ve got a list of camo gifts that will make them smile come Christmas morning, and make your shopping easier.

For babies and toddlers:

Camo rompers: There’s no end to the cute, affordable camo baby clothes out there. For the newest hunter in your life (whether it’s your little one or someone else’s), camo baby rompers will keep them looking good throughout the sad years of their life when they’re too young to join you on hunting trips. You can even find camo gift sets for babies, which combine the clothes with booties and a hat.

For a funny camo gift, try: A “That’s How I Roll” baby romper. Come on. Who didn’t want a camo stroller when they were little? Your baby may not be old enough to be bringing deer home on a truck (yet), but these cute clothes will hold them in the meantime.

For women:

Camo lingerie: Whether you’ve got a wife who loves thongs or one who’s only happy if she’s in comfortable pajamas, you can find camo lingerie that’s perfect for her. Depending on her tastes, you can find camo robes, camo bras, camo underwear, and camo pajamas that will keep her warm on Christmas Eve.

For a funny camo gift, try: A “Quit Staring at My Rack” T-shirt. Do you know a woman deer hunter who has men envious of the rack of antlers she’s brought home? This is the T-shirt for her. It should definitely bring a smile to her face.

For men:

Camo tie: A wise woman once said, of neckties, “How intelligent is it to start the day by tying a little noose around your neck?” At least with a camo tie, it’s a pattern that he’ll love for sure. Find one in his favorite hunting pattern for a great camo gift, or get it paired with a shirt for maximum ease in more formal dress.

Fishing notebook: Do you live with a fisherman who relishes spending his days out on the lake? A fishing notebook would be perfect for him. He can record dates, water temperatures, lures, and locations so that he can replicate successful fishing trips, or take your kids out to the exact same spot they went last year.

For a funny camo gift, try: A sportsman’s brag book. You know you’ve got the friend (or the husband) who embellishes his hunting stories a little more every year. Give him a hand with a brag book, where he can keep pictures of all those 12-point bucks and 90-pound bass.

Do you have a Wi-Fi(ed) traveler on your holiday shopping list? if so this gift guide can help you find the perfect Wi-Fi gifts for your Wi-Fi(ed) traveler. When it comes to buying Wi-Fi gifts for these mobile computing fanatics you need to ask yourself these 3 important questions about the gifts your are considering: 1. Will it make life on the road easier for them? Will it make life on the road more fun for them? And will it save time and money on their travel? To make sure the Wi-Fi(ed) traveler on your shopping list is smiling on his or her next flight to New York, we’ve put together this wish list of our favorite gifts to give the working on-the-go Wi-Fi(ed) travelers.

Get Them Online Anywhere

If someone on your list travels all over the map and have yet to have a mobile Wi-Fi subscription consider Mobile Broadband Network from Sprint. At $59.00 a month this subscription will gives a large nation wide coverage using Sprint existing mobile phone network that gives your traveler access to Wi-Fi Internet anywhere. If this Sprint plan is a bit much for your budget considers Boingo who provides access to Wi-Fi Internet via 100,000 hotspots world wide. The subscription for Boingo’s plan is $21.95/month for the laptop and $7.95/month for Smartphones & PDAs. Getting the Wi-Fi access to your special someone will make their life on the road that much easier!!

Finding a Signal On-The-Go

For finding out about Wi-Fi signal at the airports there is AirportWiFiGuide.com which your Wi-Fi(ed) traveler can use prior to leaving for his or her trip. We, however, recommend TrendNet Wi-Fi signal finder for when they are on the road. This little device is handy when you need know if there is Wi-Fi network that your computer can connect to in-range. A Wi-Fi signal finder can save time and the hassle of having to boot up and log-on to a laptop just to find out if there is Wi-Fi access around. The good news for this holiday is that the prices for Wi-Fi finders like the TrendNet Wi-Fi have been on a decline!

Put Wi-Fi in Their Hand

Okay, you probably already have guessed that iPhone is going to be on our Wi-Fi wishlist and we say why not!! The iPhone is awesome and for the price of $399 + monthly plan it is still a bargain when you consider all of the technologies packed into this little device that you are getting. The iPhone is SURE to make any Wi-Fi(ed) traveler smile and it will definently make the life on the road that much more fun!!

Connect to Wi-Fi Safely

Connecting to public hotspots on the road and be a blessing or a potential curse with hi-tech theft out there. Give your Wi-Fi(ed) traveler on your list a Wi-Fi peace of mine and sign them up with JiWire’s SpotLock which costs $39.95 per year. This subscription helps ensure that he or she will be safe while working over Wi-Fi. The JiWire’s software will block hackers, and allows you to access your email or other private information safely.

Watch The Shows On The Road Your Programs

Let them take their favorite show with them on the road. Thanks to Slingbox ($129.99), no matter where they might be, they will never have to miss an episode of ER or Heroes. This device allow you to access your home TV and its programs over the internet from anywhere on your laptop. The TV-top device connects to your TV and your home Internet connection making your TV program available for access over any internet connection.

Now you have a list of our favorite Wi-Fi gifts that will make any Wi-Fi fan smile this holiday, go on and start shopping!!

Well here we are again… Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and holiday gift shopping. Just like last year, the economy is in a slump and bargain shopping is once again at the forefront. The good news is that it’s still possible to find high quality and affordable presents. Eco friendly products are the gift that keep on giving because not only are they inexpensive, but their energy efficiency also makes the recipient save money in the long run. Go green this holiday season by giving environmentally safe stocking stuffers that will help your friends and loved ones live more eco friendly lifestyles.

Easy and Eco Friendly

One of the most common gifts that is found in any female’s stocking is makeup, so why not give environmentally safe makeup instead? For example, a mascara that is made of all natural ingredients and packaged in a tube made from post-consumer recycled aluminum. Perhaps even lip gloss that is made from organic materials.

For the kids in the family toys are a no-brainer, but how about purchasing toys made from natural and organic ingredients such as rubber wood and recycled materials? Everybody love stuffed animals, so you can also go green here by making sure the animals are made from organic wool and cotton and colored with natural dye. This precaution is also best for the health of the children because such materials are non-toxic.

If you know any animal lovers, there are plenty of eco friendly pet supplies out there. For example, biodegradable baggies that can be used to pick up after dogs, or organic dog treats that are high in nutritional value and contain no additives. If you find yourself shopping for a cat person, you can’t go wrong with biodegradable cat litter. All-natural pet shampoo is also a fantastic idea because it can be used for all animals, and it doesn’t contain a harsh alcohol base like most pet shampoos.

Anyone braving the shopping malls during the holiday season knows that finding the perfect gift for family or friends is not easy. Business gift-giving can be even more challenging. Choosing the right business gift requires more time and thoughtfulness. How do you go about selecting exactly the right gift for that important client? Here are some time-honored rules of thumb.

- Reject run-of-the-mill. Shun the ho hum food baskets and opt for a more memorable gift. Check your client notes. What are his hobbies? Does he golf, cook or play sports? If your client, the gourmet cook, is still raving about the meals he enjoyed during his vacation in Tuscany, send him a beautifully illustrated regional cookbook. Your gift, and you, will be remembered far longer than a generic tin of cookies.

- No advertising! When is a gift not a gift? When it comes with your company’s logo on it. Save the logo-imprinted pens, paperweights, mouse pads and calculators for trade shows. And gift certificates from your own company are not really gifts. They’re promotions that make you look stingier than Scrooge. Instead, send a gift certificate from a national department store or ecommerce site.

- The ultimate in thoughtfulness is a gift you make yourself. This is especially true around the holidays. Unless your customer is a Martha Stewart type, she probably has little time to make much of anything. Gifts of homemade cookies, candy or preserves will be greatly appreciated. Packaging is important with homemade presents, so make them look pretty!

- Women love chocolate. In this case, think quality, not quantity. A small box of exquisite, handmade truffles will be appreciated far more than a big box of run-of-the-mill chocolates. Gourmet coffees and teas, crystal items and potted plants are usually a hit. Remember, a saleswoman may send more personal items-aromatherapy candles, a spa kit-to her stressed-out female clients, but salesmen should not be so familiar. Sorry guys-that is life. You are not in the club.

- Men love gadgets, toys and food. Think of the latest electronics, or a clever desktop novelty. High-quality pens, nuts or jellybeans also score highly with men. Cigars are a great idea if you know he smokes them. Once again, think quality, not quantity. It’s far better to send a few of the very best than a box of duds he will throw away.

- Think regional. Consider sending a gift from your region of the country: Ghirardelli chocolate from San Francisco, smoked salmon from the Northwest, cheese from Wisconsin, citrus fruit from Florida or California, authentic Cajun fixin’s from Louisiana, or barbecue sauce from Texas. Cleverly packaged, these unique local gifts (and you) will be remembered far longer than a generic tin of cookies.

- Do not overspend. Many companies have strict rules on the value of gifts that employees may accept. When in doubt, send a fun gift that can be shared by the whole office, rather than one expensive gift for your client.

- Beware of booze. Alcoholic beverages are usually risky business. The one exception is when you know someone loves a certain brand of Scotch, a particular bottle of wine, or a regional microbrew. Never send a bottle of champagne to that key account in Salt Lake City or for that matter, frozen steaks to a customer who is vegetarian. Don’t laugh-it happens!

- Everyone gets a card. All clients, large and small, should receive a holiday card. Avoid religious themes (stick to “Happy Holidays” or “Season’s Greeting”), and again, no advertising. You’d be surprised how many people can’t resist putting their business tagline or logo on a greeting card!

- Think New Year’s. If you run out of time to plan or shop for the holidays, get the cards in the mail and send an appropriate New Year’s gift. Think pens, desk clocks, or paperweights, packaged with noisemakers and streamers. Timing your gift to arrive right before New Year’s is a great way to stand apart from everyone else.

A carefully-selected gift shows your customers how much you appreciate them. Give your giving the time and effort it deserves, and you will impress your customers, and be fondly remembered when it is time to buy again.

The best Christmas gifts are those that are carefully thought about with the receiver’s wishes and wants in mind. So, if you want to give the perfect gift this Christmas, you better plan ahead. If you know someone who wants a digital SLR camera, then this list of the Top 10 digital SLR Cameras – Christmas gifts for 2008 would help you narrow down your choices. The lucky person who gets your gift would definitely know you spent time searching for the perfect camera. Read on and take notes!

1. Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black) -this baby right here is equipped with a 12.2 MP CMOS sensor that takes really outstanding and crisp shots. Add to that extra functions such as Auto Optimization for better picture quality, and you have a digital SLR camera that would surely thrill the receiver. It’s also very easy to use and solidly built.

2. Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black) – this is the Rebel XSi’s younger brother, so to say. The main difference between the two is that this camera only has 10.1 MP, whereas XSi has got 12.2 MP. However, the rest of the features are still present, making this slightly less expensive digital SLR camera a good choice.

3. Nikon D90 DX 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED AF-S VR DX Nikkor Zoom Lens – rounding up the top 3 of this list of the Top 10 digital SLR Cameras – christmas gifts for 2008 is this very nice piece of work from Nikon. The D90 boasts of a 12.3 MP image quality, a movie mode feature, Scene Recognition and lots more. This is the best camera for both serious photographers and those just starting out.

4. Nikon D90 DX 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) – even without the lens, this camera is still a formidable choice and it boasts all the other features that the D90 (12.3 MP CMOS sensor, Movie mode, 4.5 framers per second shooting, etc.) with the lens has. It’s the perfect Christmas gift if you want to leave the lens option to the receiver.

5. Canon EOS 50D 15.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) – this compact and solid digital SLR camera is most definitely one of the best in the market. It boasts of a 15.1 MP CMOS Sensor, Enhanced Live View which still allows Face Recognition, and can capture 6 frames per second. These are just a few of the outstanding features of this camera, and it surely belongs in the top 5 of the list of the Top 10 digital SLR Cameras – christmas gifts for 2008.

6. Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12MP Digital SLR Camera (Black Body Only) – without the lens, this camera comes in at number 6 in our list. Still, it has all the remarkable features of the Rebel XSi with the lens; so basically, you can leave the lens choice to the receiver of the gift.

7. Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens – this is a great camera for starters. It can take 6.1 MP images and can take 2 frames per second. It’s quite easy to use, so it’s really good for someone who’s just getting the hang of using a digital SLR camera.

8. Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens (Black) – the pictures that this baby can take are good enough for prints as large as 18×24 inches. It is a compact, easy to use gadget which also boasts of a quick processing system, and even a self cleaning system.

9. Canon EOS 40D 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens – this baby can take poster quality pictures, and at the same time, it can take up to 6.5 frames per second. Like most Canon cameras, it is also very easy to manage and has a self cleaning sensor unit.

10. Canon EOS 50D 15.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens – coming in at number 10 in this list of the Top 10 digital SLR Cameras – christmas gifts for 2008 is another Canon offering. This time, it’s the 50D with the lenses. The same astounding features (15.1 MP picture quality, face detection, Live View, noise reduction, etc) are maximized with the addition of the EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lenses.