Cameras and Lenses

Professional digital Mirrorless camera with microphone recording video blog of Musician band singing a song and playing music instrument,Camera for photographer or Video and Live Streaming concept - stock photo

Best camera for music videos: my top picks for YouTube, TikTok and more

By Jon Stapley last updated

UPDATED Want the best camera for music videos? Our experts pick the finest options for YouTube, TikTok and more

UPDATED
Sony A7C II camera with Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II lens

Sony’s most compact, most retro full-frame mirrorless cameras just dropped to the lowest price all year

By Hillary K. Grigonis published

SONY The Sony A7C II and A7CR pack Sony's tech into smaller – and arguably more retro – bodies

SONY

Go big or go home: Seagate's new storage solutions can save up to 256 TERABYTES of data

By Ben Andrews published

And there are options for every budget

Storage
Zhiyun Fiveray FR100C light wand being held by blond woman

Best LED light sticks in 2026: my pick of light wands for photography & videography

By George Cairns last updated

Whether you're shooting stills or video, the best light wands and LED light sticks offer a great lighting solution

Camera Lights
Nikon Z9

Best 8K and 6K camera: high-resolution video cameras a step up from 4k

By Sebastian Oakley last updated

Buying guide The best 8K and 6K cameras are becoming the next big thing in video for filmmakers who are finding 4K is no longer enough

Buying guide
photographer

Wide aperture lenses tend to be massive, but Canon RF shooters might be getting a stack of new compact telephoto primes

By Alan Palazon published

News A new Canon patent has revealed designs for a 130mm, 300mm and 500mm prime lens, along with an 85mm prime, with a compact design

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Photography and Photo Technique

A person in a conical hat arranges bright red incense sticks laid out in circular patterns on the ground

This photographer has won over 100 awards – now he's won again with this stunning travel image, shot with one of the highest-resolution cameras

By Kim Bunermann published

NEWS Armed with a 61MP full-frame mirrorless camera and popular 24-70mm zoom, the photographer captured how concrete supports culture, livelihoods, and everyday life

NEWS
A pair of vintage cameras on a table with harsh direct flash shadows

Instagram's retro flash filter is both viral and controversial. But I’m a photographer, and that retro flash look is actually easy to create with almost any camera

By Hillary K. Grigonis published

OPINION Using AI to create a retro look feels like an oxymoron, but that viral retro flash look is actually incredibly easy to do without AI

OPINION
Bluebell wood scenes

Capture beautiful photos of bluebells in the woods this Spring before they are all gone!

By Peter Travers published

HOW TO Learn the essential techniques for shooting forests full of flowers with Canon pro Peter Travers

HOW TO
Capture One Pro (2025)

Best Lightroom alternatives in 2026: Switching doesn't have to mean sacrificing powerful editing tools

By Mike Harris last updated

Buying guide These are the best Lightroom alternatives for anyone who wants an all-in-one editor without a subscription

Buying guide
Male diver swimming under water and keeping dry and safety professional photocamera at his hand above water in ocean. Crazy photographer making photos from deep sea. Funny and dangerous hobby and job.

I know AI in my editing software uses water, but have no idea how much. This Earth Day, I call on companies to be more transparent

By Alan Palazon published

Opinion We’re seeing more and more AI-powered features in photo editing software, but little communication from their creators on how much water they consume

Opinion
This 35mm frame represents one of the more spectacular views of Aurora Australis, photographed by the Space Shuttle Endeavour during the eight-day Spacelab-J mission.

A space photo inspired the first Earth Day. I can't stop looking at these iconic images of Earth that span from 35mm film to DSLRs

By Hillary K. Grigonis last updated

EARTH DAY A photo from 1968 inspired the first Earth Day, but that's not the only iconic space photo of Earth that everyone should see

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Phones, Printers and Tech

EIZO's latest big-screen monitor looks like a dream display for photographers and video editors

By Ben Andrews published

The new ColorEdge CS3200X is a 31.5-inch, 4K screen with uncompromising screen specs

Monitors
DJI Lito X1

DJI Lito 1 review – this unapologetically low-cost beginner drone still seems powerful to a drone expert

By Adam Juniper published

Review The DJI Lito 1 is THE new beginner's drone, packing a bigger, better camera and more safety features.

Review

DJI drops two beginner drones at once – the low-cost Lito series is built to be easy to fly and hard to crash

By Adam Juniper published

News DJI Lito series is a new series from the biggest brand in drones, targeting first time users who want exciting hooks for their content

News

The best phone tripods in 2026: Android and iPhone tripods for long exposures, selfies, and super-stable video

By Adam Waring last updated

UPDATED The best smartphone supports are small and light, simple to set up, and open up a world of creative shooting opportunities

UPDATED

John Ternus takes over from Tim Cook at Apple. Finally, we have a CEO who understands cameras, probably!

By Adam Juniper published

News Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, has been announced, and it's good news for those of us who prefer optical cameras

News
Oppo Find X9 Ultra propped on tree bark with leafy woodland background

Oppo Find X9 Ultra review: the closest phone yet to a real camera in your pocket

By Gareth Bevan published

Review Four cameras, pro-grade video, and the best telephoto system I’ve used on a phone, the Oppo Find X9 Ultra is the new king of phone photography

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Latest Buying Guides

Professional digital Mirrorless camera with microphone recording video blog of Musician band singing a song and playing music instrument,Camera for photographer or Video and Live Streaming concept - stock photo

Best camera for music videos: my top picks for YouTube, TikTok and more

By Jon Stapley last updated

UPDATED Want the best camera for music videos? Our experts pick the finest options for YouTube, TikTok and more

UPDATED
Best solar eclipse binoculars

Best solar eclipse binoculars in 2026: safely watch the total eclipse this summer

By Jamie Carter published

buying guide Get set for a close-up view of this summer's solar eclipse safely with a pair of specialist solar binoculars

buying guide
Bresser Biolux NV microscope

The best microscope in 2026: Perfect for students, kids and photographers

By Adam Juniper last updated

Buying guide Explore inner space, educate your children, and shoot macro images with the best microscopes

Buying guide
Zhiyun Fiveray FR100C light wand being held by blond woman

Best LED light sticks in 2026: my pick of light wands for photography & videography

By George Cairns last updated

Whether you're shooting stills or video, the best light wands and LED light sticks offer a great lighting solution

Camera Lights
Nikon Z9

Best 8K and 6K camera: high-resolution video cameras a step up from 4k

By Sebastian Oakley last updated

Buying guide The best 8K and 6K cameras are becoming the next big thing in video for filmmakers who are finding 4K is no longer enough

Buying guide
Canon PowerShot Elph 360 HS A / Canon Ixus 285 HS A being held by photographer James Artaius

The best compact cameras in 2026: Portable powerhouses that (might) fit in your pocket!

By James Artaius last updated

Buying guide These are the best compact cameras you can get right now – and I've tried them all. Get big camera quality in your pocket!

Buying guide
Best camera backpacks for adventures and photoshoots

Best camera backpacks in 2026: carry cameras, lenses, and accessories in comfort

By George Cairns last updated

BUYING GUIDE The best camera backpacks have plenty of room for all your camera gear – and a whole lot more besides – and keep it organized, secure, and comfy to carry around all day long

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Latest Reviews

DJI Lito X1

DJI Lito 1 review – this unapologetically low-cost beginner drone still seems powerful to a drone expert

By Adam Juniper published

Review The DJI Lito 1 is THE new beginner's drone, packing a bigger, better camera and more safety features.

Review
Kodak PIXPRO FZ55 point and shoot compact camera

Kodak Pixpro FZ55 review: this charming compact camera has become a surprise bestseller

By Gavin Stoker last updated

Review Is this point-and-shoot camera a brave throwback to simpler times, or has Kodak’s licensee spotted a new niche now others have exited the compact market?

Review
Yashica DigiPix 100 product image

Yashica DigiPix 100 review: digital cameras don’t come much cheaper than this, and it's only about the same size and weight as a pack of playing cards

By Matthew Richards published

Review The supremely affordable, compact and lightweight Yashica DigiPix 100 has a certain retro charm, complete with ‘vintage’ image quality!

Review
Oppo Find X9 Ultra propped on tree bark with leafy woodland background

Oppo Find X9 Ultra review: the closest phone yet to a real camera in your pocket

By Gareth Bevan published

Review Four cameras, pro-grade video, and the best telephoto system I’ve used on a phone, the Oppo Find X9 Ultra is the new king of phone photography

Review
DJI Power 1000 Mini with solar panel behind

DJI Power 1000 Mini review – retractable cable, solar capable, but smaller and lighter

By Adam Juniper published

Review A surprisingly small and light 1kWh power station with some brilliant features – including a retractable cable

Review
Mike Harris holding Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II by a lake with vegetation and trees in the background

Nikon Z 70‑200mm f/2.8 VR S II review: What was "probably the best 70-200mm zoom in the world. Ever" just got even better!

By Mike Harris published

Review Nikon’s sequel to one of its most revered ‘trinity’ optics has managed to do the unthinkable: It’s improved upon its predecessor in almost every way possible

Review
Kodak FZ45

Kodak PixPro FZ45 review: a ‘proper’ digital camera that’s as cheap as chips

By Matthew Richards last updated

Review The Kodak PixPro FZ45 is well-suited to beginners and the budget-conscious, with zoom lens, flash and low, low price tag

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Instagram's retro flash filter is both viral and controversial. But I’m a photographer, and that retro flash look is actually easy to create with almost any camera

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OPINION Using AI to create a retro look feels like an oxymoron, but that viral retro flash look is actually incredibly easy to do without AI

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