Ben Andrews
Ben is the Imaging Labs manager, responsible for all the testing on Digital Camera World and across the entire photography portfolio at Future. Whether he's in the lab testing the sharpness of new lenses, the resolution of the latest image sensors, the zoom range of monster bridge cameras or even the latest camera phones, Ben is our go-to guy for technical insight. He's also the team's man-at-arms when it comes to camera bags, filters, memory cards, and all manner of camera accessories – his lab is a bit like the Batcave of photography! With years of experience trialling and testing kit, he's a human encyclopedia of benchmarks when it comes to recommending the best buys.
Latest articles by Ben Andrews

Xiaomi 15 Ultra: new leak makes 200MP periscope telephoto camera more likely
By Ben Andrews published
news There have been plenty of camera phones with 200MP primary cameras, but a 200MP telephoto module is special

Tamron cracks down on counterfeit lenses being sold in China
By Ben Andrews published
news It seems the fraudsters aren't content with just exporting fake goods - they'll con their countrymen as well

The best OLED laptops: get a superior screen with first-rate specs
By Ben Andrews last updated
buying guide Enjoy the best viewing experience, with the best OLED laptops on the market today

Two new tilt-shift lenses are coming for Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm and L-mount cameras
By Ben Andrews published
news Laowa is expect to launch a pair of new tilt-shit lenses on Monday

The best roller bags for photographers: wheeled bags for easy transport
By Ben Andrews last updated
Updated These cabin-friendly roller camera bags are ideal for photographers on the move, but which is best for your gear?

Canon sues multiple Amazon Marketplace users for selling counterfeit products
By Ben Andrews published
news It's not the first time, and it's highly unlikely to be the last

Flipping heck! Another pancake lens could be coming for Sony E-mount cameras
By Ben Andrews published
news And this time it might just come from Sony itself!

ProGrade Digital launches its first portable SSD, and it looks awesome
By Ben Andrews published
news Watch out SanDisk and Samsung! ProGrade has gone all-in with its first-ever portable SSD

Meike has a new super-cheap fast prime, and it's even got autofocus
By Ben Andrews published
news This looks like a bargain 35mm lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, and L-mount shooters

Philips announces new 27-inch 4K monitor featuring Thunderbolt 4
By Ben Andrews published
news Super-fast connectivity makes this a USB-C monitor to be reckoned with

An unbelievably small lens is coming for Sony E-mount cameras
By Ben Andrews published
news The Viltrox AF 28mm F4.5 FE 'chip' is so thin it makes other pancake lenses look chunky

Sony develops custom uncoupled cine camera for use in new Brad Pitt movie
By Ben Andrews published
news Upcoming Formula 1 movie has required a more compact cinema camera, and Sony has met the challenge

SanDisk's latest Outdoors SDXC cards are the toughest SD cards we've even seen
By Ben Andrews published
news Waterproof, shockproof, drop-proof, X-Ray-proof, heat and freezeproof: these SD cards are tougher than Chuck Norris

Report: Chinese lens manufacturers are developing autofocus zoom lenses
By Ben Andrews published
news Details are scarce, but there's good reason to believe China is more than capable of producing AF zoom lenses

New leak reveals possible Vivo X200 camera specs
By Ben Andrews published
news Vivo's upcoming flagship camera phone is just around the corner

The best keyboards for video editing
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide Avoid RSI and work faster, with the best keyboards for video editing

Canon announces new ultra-compact, fully-wireless portable photo printer
By Ben Andrews published
news New Selphy QX20 dye-sub printer is ideal for effortlessly printing smartphone snaps on the go

Datacolor launches new range of Spyder calibration products
By Ben Andrews published
news Calibrate your entire photo and video workflows with Datacolor's new Spyder calibration tools

The best iPhone 14 screen protectors
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide Defend your phone against cracks, scratches, bacteria, and daily dust, with the best iPhone 14 screen protectors

Leaked image reveals four new 7Artisans autofocus lenses
By Ben Andrews published
news 7Artisans looks set to launch four more autofocus primes for Sony, Nikon and L-mount shooters

Best TV for a computer monitor: top televisions for PC and Mac displays
By Henry St Leger last updated
Buying Guide Can a TV be used as a computer monitor? Yes! Here are the best TVs that can double as monitor for your laptop or desktop

Galaxy S25 Ultra: tip suggests minimal camera upgrade, but we're not concerned
By Ben Andrews published
News New rumor claims only the ultra-wide camera in Samsung's next flagship phone may get an upgrade

The best APS-C compact cameras: top image quality in your pocket
By Ben Andrews last updated
BUYING GUIDE Big image quality in a small package: here are the best compact cameras packing APS-C image sensors
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