James Artaius
The editor of Digital Camera World, James has 22 years experience as a journalist and started working in the photographic industry in 2014 (assisting Damian McGillicuddy, who succeeded David Bailey as Olympus Principal Photographer). In this time he shot for clients like Aston Martin Racing, Elinchrom and L'Oréal, in addition to shooting campaigns and product testing for Olympus, and providing training for professionals.
He has written for publications including Digital Camera Magazine, PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine, Digital Photographer and Professional Imagemaker. He gives talks around the world at events like The Photography & Video Show, and serves as a judge for the Red Bull Illume Photo Contest. An Olympus / OM System, Canon and Hasselblad shooter, he has a wealth of knowledge on cameras of all makes – and a fondness for vintage lenses and instant cameras.
Latest articles by James Artaius
Best lights for Zoom calls: look smart on camera with desktop lighting
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying guide Look more presentable when videoconferencing, with the best lights for Zoom calls available today
Weekly Wash: the 5 biggest camera news stories of the week (Dec 08)
By James Artaius published
"Revealing" new Pirelli calendar, Canon overtakes Sony, Arri reveals Alexa 35 successor, Samyang joins Canon's exclusive RF AF club
DNA transplant: will the Canon EOS R6 Mark III feature former flagship tech?
By James Artaius published
The Canon EOS R6 Mark III will reportedly have similar DNA to the EOS R3 when it lands early next year
Just LOOK at some of the crap Amazon tried to sell me over Black Friday / Cyber Monday
By James Artaius published
American Idol cameras, 16-year-old manuals, camera watches, Windows 98 software… Amazon tried to sell me a LOT of crap
These AI-powered cameras give you a virtual cameraman!
By James Artaius published
Presented by Obsbot
Tiny by name, mighty by nature – these AI webcams boast auto tracking, auto zoom, and voice and gesture controls
Looking for a cheap film camera on Black Friday? Take my advice: DO NOT buy the cheapest
By James Artaius published
OPINION There are 35mm film cameras for as little as US$13 for Black Friday, but take it from me – do NOT buy them
The best iPhone printer: take photos and print them out on the move
By James Artaius last updated
Buying guide You don't have to wait till you're home to print out your pictures; you can use the best iPhone printer instead!
What’s better than an ice cream float? 32-bit float audio on the LUMIX GH7
By James Artaius published
LUMIX’s XLR2 adaptor unlocks 32-bit float recording on the GH7, plus 4-channel audio on multiple cameras
Don't let Amazon screw you! Watch out for this sneaky trick during the Black Friday sales
By James Artaius published
This sneaky trick is being used by Amazon (and other retailers) and it could cost you HUNDREDS – watch out for it!
Best camera with GPS: geotag photos and videos with these GPS cameras
By James Artaius last updated
Updated The best cameras with GPS built-in enable you to record the exact location where your photos and videos were taken
Best camera for sports photography: get in on the action!
By James Artaius last updated
Buying guide These are the best cameras for sports photography I've ever used, from ball sports to brawl sports
The best Canon camera: Canon's top mirrorless, DSLRs and compacts
By James Artaius last updated
Updated Our Canon expert runs down the best Canon cameras of all kinds for beginners, enthusiasts and professionals
Best Micro Four Thirds cameras from Olympus, OM System and Panasonic
By James Artaius last updated
Buying guide The best Micro Four Thirds cameras are the ultimate combo of portability (sometimes even pocketability!) and power
The best camera for wildlife photography: if you want the best animal pictures, you need lenses like these!
By James Artaius last updated
Buying guide DCW's wildlife expert helps you find the best camera for wildlife photography for beginners, enthusiasts and pros
Weekly Wash: the 5 biggest camera news stories of the week (Nov 24)
By James Artaius published
New flagship Sony camera, old Nazi Leica camera, a ridiculous SD card and Leica reports best financials ever
The best medium format camera: 100MP monsters for elite shooters
By James Artaius last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best medium format cameras are smaller and better than ever – and now they're challenging full frame cameras on price
The best mirrorless camera: get the right camera at the right price!
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide These are the best mirrorless cameras right now, whether you're after a holiday snapper or a pro performer
Nikon Z9 review in 2024: Nikon's flagship pro camera keeps on getting better
By James Artaius last updated
HANDS ON The Nikon Z9 was late to the pro mirrorless party, but packs 120fps bursts, 2½ hours of 8K video and constant evolution
Canon EOS R5 review in 2024: can it still stack up against the EOS R5 Mark II?
By James Artaius last updated
REVIEW The Canon EOS R5 combines unsurpassed stills with fantastic, frustrating but improved video. It's impressive, even in 2024
The Canon EOS R1 is basically a PED for sports photography
By James Artaius published
The advantage is truly unfair: the Canon EOS R1 is like performance enhancing drugs for photographing sports
Weekly Wash: the 5 biggest camera news stories of the week (Nov 17)
By James Artaius published
New Canon and Sony flagships, Fujifilm drops medium format cinema camera, Voigtländer celebrates 25th anniversary, DSLR wins $200,000 photo contest
Instax Square SQ1 review: Too square to be hip
By James Artaius last updated
REVIEW The Instax Square SQ1 takes a good photograph, but is lacking in full fat features
Polaroid Now+ review: It's been replaced by Gen 2, but is it still worth buying?
By James Artaius last updated
REVIEW The Polaroid Now+ is an old school instant camera with new school creativity – but are you better getting the Gen 2 version?
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