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Monkey Shutter Hugger MON001

9.2/10 our score 4.6 (618 ratings on Amazon)

"Hugs" your camera lens so your hands are free to stabilize your camera for the perfect picture

Water Resistance LevelNot Water Resistant

About this item

  • "Hugs" your camera lens so your hands are free to stabilize your camera for the perfect picture
  • Gives Children something fun to focus on for more relaxed and natural portraits
  • Captures children's attention - no more bribery, begging, or yelling "Say Cheese!"
  • Camera not included along with the item
Category: Cameras › Posing PropsRanked #99 of 730 in Cameras
9.2Our score
Our verdict

"Hugs" your camera lens so your hands are free to stabilize your camera for the perfect picture

Ranked #99 in Cameras · 4 things we like

Quick answer The Monkey Shutter Hugger MON001 by Shutter Huggers scores 9.2/10 with us. Amazon owners rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 618 reviews, above the 4.2 average of the 647 products we track in Cameras. It was listed at $19.99 on Amazon when we last checked in September 2026.

As the king of monkey business, our Monkey Shutter Hugger will intrigue your most mischievous subjects. Camera is not included along with the item.

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Product information

14 specifications
BrandShutter Huggers
Global Trade Identification Number00851492004058
Number of Items1
Model NameMonkey Shutter Hugger
Model NumberMON001
ColorBrown/Cream
Compatible DevicesCamera
Media TypeProductImage
Viewfinder TypeLCD screen
Water Resistance LevelNot Water Resistant
Item Dimensions D x W x H1"D x 4"W x 1"H
Item Weight27.22 g
Folded Size1 inch (l) x 4 inches (w) x 1 inch (h)
Product Dimensions1"D x 4"W x 1"H

Pros & cons

What we like
  • "Hugs" your camera lens so your hands are free to stabilize your camera for the perfect picture
  • Gives Children something fun to focus on for more relaxed and natural portraits
  • Captures children's attention - no more bribery, begging, or yelling "Say Cheese!"
  • Camera not included along with the item
What could be better

    Monkey Shutter Hugger MON001: questions & answers

    Is the Monkey Shutter Hugger MON001 worth buying?

    Yes, it is one of the stronger picks in its group. We score the Monkey Shutter Hugger MON001 9.2 out of 10. Amazon owners rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 618 reviews, above the 4.2 average of the 647 products we track in Cameras.

    How much does the Monkey Shutter Hugger MON001 cost?

    It was listed at $19.99 on Amazon when we last checked in September 2026. Amazon prices change daily, so use the price button on this page to see the current figure.

    What options does the Monkey Shutter Hugger MON001 come in?

    Amazon lists 4 options. Style: Monkey, Giraffe, Dalmatian, Dinosaur. Pattern Name: Shutter Hugge. Pick an option on this page and the button opens exactly that model.

    Customer reviews

    All reviews on Amazon
    4.6618 global ratings
    5 star89%
    4 star11%
    3 star0%
    2 star0%
    1 star0%

    Breakdown from the 9 most helpful reviews we imported.

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    Haley Devoe
    Verified purchaseMarch 18, 2026
    Love

    Just like the picture and kids love it

    A
    AMY MCLERRAN DODSON
    Verified purchaseApril 23, 2026
    So cute! The kids love these!

    I use Canon L series lenses, so I normally put these on my wrist instead of the lens.Kids always smile for the monkey!

    M
    Mikhail Tskhay
    Verified purchaseMarch 20, 2026
    Works great to get kids attention while the photo session.

    Works great to get kids attention while the photo session.

    P
    Passau
    Verified purchaseJanuary 4, 2014
    Good for focusing kids gaze in your direction, my daughter refused to smile but my son loved it

    I have a two year old and a three year old. My three year old will smile nicely for photos, but sometimes he smiles and looks off in directions other than in the direction of the camera. My two year old often sits stone faced and refuses to smile at the camera. She does not like to be photographed. Photographing them together is a big challenge for me.My results in using the shutter hugger monkey:1) My three year old son: it worked great. I told him to smile and look at the monkey and he would lock his eyes on the shutter hugger monkey. I got some great pics of him with a sweet smile and his g

    J
    Janet
    Verified purchaseSeptember 30, 2025
    If your in photography this is a must!

    Apart from this monkey being so stinkin cute! It really does work well with capturing little ones attention and makes them smile so this is a must

    B
    baileewelshh
    Verified purchaseSeptember 5, 2025
    Expensive but handy

    Expensive for what it is but I like having it in my camera bag for when I am shooting pictures of young children.

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    Hailee
    Verified purchaseDecember 15, 2023
    Awesome!

    This is super cute. My best friend is a photographer in the TX region. She was needing something to help with grabbing the attention of young children to capture “that” shot. Got this as a Christmas gift. It is very affordable and is as pictured. I would recommend this.

    A
    Amber Nussey
    Verified purchaseJanuary 9, 2019
    Love!!

    So cute, soft and well made. Exactly as described and kids love it.

    Customer reviews are shown as published on Amazon and are not written by Do Best Deal.