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
A cut above: this backpack claims to protect your gear against a knife attack!
By Ben Andrews published
news The HubPack 33 backpack from Korin Design is packed with clever features, including anti-theft exterior fabric
The best camera bag for travel in 2024
By Ben Andrews last updated
Updated No matter how much camera gear you want to take on your travels, we've got the ideal bag for you
The best camera remotes: cable releases and wireless remotes for all budgets
By Ben Andrews, Chris George last updated
UPDATED The best camera remote lets you stay out of sight, avoid camera shake, program a time lapse sequence and more
It's official: Viltrox will make GIANT new super-zoom lens, at an unbelievable price
By Ben Andrews published
news The Viltrox 30-300mm T4 was teased in March, but now we know it'll launch next year
Leaked real-world images appear of the Pixel 9 Pro
By Ben Andrews published
news Let's just say the new camera island's design is 'challenging'
Asus unveils the world's highest resolution computer monitor
By Ben Andrews published
news Technically it's the joint-highest, but this 8K beast is still hugely impressive
Heineken - yes, the beer company - launches a camera phone that's boring by design
By Ben Andrews published
news It's called The Boring Phone, but its concept is far from dull
Lexar teases new ruggedized SD cards, plus super-fast storage dock
By Ben Andrews published
news The perfect memory cards for shooting in extreme environments... or if you're just clumsy!
The best ND grad filters in 2024: top graduated neutral density filters right now
By Ben Andrews last updated
Updated We list the best ND grad filters for landscape photography: get bright skies under control for a more balanced exposure
OWC launches super-fast, next-gen CFexpress Type A cards
By Ben Andrews published
news Along with new sleek and rugged portable SSDs
All hail the new CFexpress Type B speed and capacity kings
By Ben Andrews published
news Wise breaks every CFexpress record with its latest Type B cards
The best CFast cards in 2024: top memory cards for recording video
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide The best CFast 2.0 cards will let you record top-quality video using pro cinema cameras from Canon, Arri and Blackmagic
Calibrite Display 123 review
By Ben Andrews published
review The most affordable monitor calibrator you can buy, and it's worth every penny
Could this be the most innovative camera backpack ever?
By Ben Andrews published
news Its fully modular, exoskeleton design enables some jaw-dropping features
The best softbox lighting kits in 2024: studio flash kits ideal for portraits
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide Perfect for portraiture, these are the best softbox lighting kits for your home studio
Think Tank updates its memory card wallets, adding two new models
By Ben Andrews published
news Whether you want to carry cards, batteries, or a combination of both, Think Tank has a wallet for the job
Leak suggests Samsung may FINALLY fix Galaxy S24 Ultra camera issues
By Ben Andrews published
news Upcoming April monthly update is said to address image quality bugs present since the phone's launch
Lexar reveals new, super-fast portable SSDs
By Ben Andrews published
news Whether you want sleek and stylish, or rugged go-anywhere dependability, Lexar has you covered
Dig out your old point-and-shoot camera: it might be worth a fortune
By Ben Andrews published
Hum-drum digital compacts are seeing a huge surge in popularity, thanks to influencers obsessed with the 2000s
Fujifilm X100VI scalpers: I salute you
By Ben Andrews published
news Fujifilm introduces new measures to prevent resellers making huge profits on the X100VI - but is that even a problem?
Fujifilm releases new firmware for the GFX 100 II
By Ben Andrews published
news Firmware version 2.00 introduces a new, super-simple firmware update process
Datacolor Spyder Checkr Video review
By Ben Andrews published
review An essential tool for ensuring color accuracy and consistency when shooting high quality video
Canon announces new, space-saving multifunction photo printer
By Ben Andrews published
news The PIXMA TR7650 is a value-packed office companion
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