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
Nikon Z50 II specs emerge – is Nikon playing it too safe?
By James Artaius published
NEWS First specs surface online for the Nikon Z50 II – reportedly coming this year with a fresh body, but familiar tech
Red alert: Manfrotto launches ultra-high capacity camera batteries for pros
By James Artaius published
NEWS Manfrotto has launched a range of 2400mAh ultra-high capacity camera batteries for professionals
WHOA… it looks like the DJI Neo is launching next week
By James Artaius published
NEWS If the DJI Neo is "The One" you've been waiting for, it looks like it's being announced next Thursday
New Sigma kit is coming next week! Here's what I think it is…
By James Artaius published
NEWS Sigma is launching "new products" next week – and this is what I think they could be
People really don't "get" the Canon EOS R100 – and I really don't get why
By James Artaius published
OPINION The Canon EOS R100 is brilliant at what it does, and for whom it does it – and the haters clearly don't "get" it
What is camera shutter count, and how do you find out yours?
By Hannah Rooke published
SHUTTER COUNT Do you know your camera's shutter count? Here's what it is, and why it's important
Bokeh: camera settings for film and digital photos with beautiful blur
By James Artaius published
BOKEH CAMERA SETTINGS Want bokeh? Here are the camera settings you need for film and digital photographs with sumptously shallow depth of field
It's 14 years old, but the Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM is still bloody good
By James Artaius published
OPINION The Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM is still an astoundingly good lens – even after more than a decade and two replacements
Wanna hear something crazy? This battery charger is the coolest camera accessory I've used in years
By James Artaius published
OPINION Not only is this battery charger the coolest (and coolest looking!) I've ever used, it's also incredibly practical
The Canon 200D Mark II: is it still worth a shot in 2024?
By James Artaius published
OPINION For years, the Canon 200D Mark II was a top recommendation – and even in the mirrorless age, it's definitely worth a look
Australia's Olympic breakdancer immortalized in animated light painting
By James Artaius published
NEWS This incredible animated light painting of Australia's Olympic breakdancer, Raygun, deserves a gold medal 🥇
World Photography Day: what is it, and why is it today?
By James Artaius last updated
WORLD PHOTOGRAPHY DAY What is World Photography Day? A celebration of photographic history – and a great excuse to share photos with the world
NFL's Atlanta Falcons switch from Nikon to Sony cameras, thanks to KEH
By James Artaius published
NEWS "That Nikon gear is now available on KEH. As a photographer, you can be holding the gear that the Falcons used"
DSLR vs mirrorless cameras in 2024: which format is best, and why?
By Rod Lawton last updated
BUYING GUIDE The DSLR vs mirrorless camera debate continues – we help you decide which is right for you
These limited edition Instax cameras just went on my shopping list
By James Artaius published
NEWS Fujifilm celebrates its 90th birthday with limited edition Dark Silver and Titanium Gold Instax cameras
It looks like you can't use third-party batteries on the Canon EOS R5 Mark II
By James Artaius published
NEWS "You cannot use third-party batteries" on the Canon EOS R5 Mark II, even with a battery grip, finds reviewer
Backup Google Photos and keep your images safe!
By James Artaius last updated
TUTORIAL Looking to backup Google Photos? Follow these simple steps to find out how using an Android device, iPhone or computer
Will we get a retro-styled Canon camera? "There is a possibility…" says exec
By James Artaius published
NEWS Canon knows that the market wants retro-looking cameras, and says "there is a possibility we will address those needs"
Golden ratio photography composition explained
By James Artaius last updated
Guide It's been used by artists for centuries, but is golden ratio photography composition as good as the rule of thirds?
Kodak has been sold… again
By James Artaius published
NEWS The splintered saga of Kodak continues, as a private equity firm acquires film, photo, imaging and data capture businesses
Weekly Wash: the 5 biggest camera news stories of the week (August 04)
By James Artaius published
NEWS Not one but TWO rumored Canon cameras, a new superzoom, Atomos' Shinobi sequel, and the best photo of the Olympics
Amazon's Ring outage: what happened, will it happen again, and can you still trust Ring cameras?
By James Artaius published
NEWS An Amazon server failure caused Ring camera outages this week. What happened, will it happen again, and should you still rely on Ring?
The Fujifilm X100VI is officially a pro camera – but not the way you think
By James Artaius published
NEWS Professionals have been adopting the Fujifilm X100VI for their work – but not in the way you might expect
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