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
Sigma does what Canon can't (or won't)
By James Artaius published
OPINION It sucks that Canon isn't making must-have RF-S lenses for its APS-C cameras – so it's a good thing Sigma is happy to do it
Panasonic photo scandal: 77 cameras and lenses were marketed with images taken on other equipment
By James Artaius published
NEWS Panasonic confirms that 77 cameras and lenses were marketed using "inappropriate images"; pledges to "regain the trust of our customers"
Nikon admits that first-time camera buyers are "underserved"
By James Artaius published
NEWS First-time camera buyers are "underserved," says Nikon, admitting that "maybe we haven’t been able to offer the [right] options to them"
Sony's Tough memory cards aren't tough enough; partially recalled in Japan
By James Artaius published
NEWS Some Sony Tough memory cards, promised to "work faultlessly in extreme temperatures", have been recalled for failing in cold conditions
Now that you CAN buy a Fujifilm X100V, SHOULD you?
By James Artaius published
SHOULD I BUY Once as rare as unicorn poop, the Fujifilm X100V can now be readily found – so is it still worth buying?
Shots fired: Nikon's 35mm f/1.4 lens is AU$1,500 cheaper than Canon's
By James Artaius published
NEWS Nikon's new 35mm f/1.4 lens is a grand and a half cheaper than Canon's – a huge feather in the cap for the Z system
These smart AR binoculars are "the first significant advancement in decades"
By Leonie Helm last updated
News This integrated technology combines high quality optics with augmented reality features
OM System M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro II review: the Micro Four Thirds MVP
By James Artaius last updated
REVIEW The OM System M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro II is a 24-80mm equivalent trinity lens, with unrivaled IP53 weather sealing
Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro review: the essential trinity lens
By Matthew Richards last updated
review The Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro is a not so standard zoom for Micro Four Thirds cameras
FINALLY! After 6 years of waiting, Sigma releases its first Canon RF lens
By James Artaius published
NEWS It's the day we've been waiting for! Sigma just released its first ever RF lens for the Canon EOS R system
Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | C review: Sigma's first Canon RF lens is a hit
By James Artaius published
REVIEW After 6 years, the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | C is Sigma's first Canon RF lens – and the wait has been worth it
The Nikon Z7 III is probably next – and I think these will probably be its specs
By James Artaius published
OPINION I think the Nikon Z7 III is coming sooner than later – and its specs are going to look something like this
Okay, cool, we have new film cameras… but where will we get the bloody FILM?
By James Artaius published
OPINION New film cameras like the Pentax 17 are all well and good. But where are we going to get all the film to use with them?
Want to use PROPER camera lenses on your phone? Check this out
By James Artaius published
NEWS Years after Olympus and Sony tried it, SwitchLens is the latest way to use real camera lenses with your smartphone. Third time's a charm?
SOLD OUT! The Pentax 17 is already out of stock in Japan
By James Artaius published
NEWS Well, that didn't take long – the Pentax 17 is already sold out in Japan, with Ricoh suspending orders and warning of delays
What exactly IS a "partially stacked" sensor? Nikon partially explains the Z6 III
By James Artaius published
NEWS The Nikon Z6 III has a partially stacked image sensor – but what does that mean? Nikon explains… partially
Are full frame sensors for "people with low camera literacy"?
By James Artaius published
NEWS Panasonic says crop sensors are "difficult to use for people with low camera literacy" while full frame sensors "are easier to understand". So… are full-framers dumb?
The 50.6MP Canon EOS 5DSR still destroys every other Canon camera
By James Artaius published
OPINION The Canon EOS 5DSR packs more megapixels than any other Canon camera, with 50.6MP. So is it the best?
Where's the new Fujifilm GFX 50R – and why has Fujifilm phased out rangefinders?
By James Artaius published
OPINION Can we have a new Fujifilm GFX 50R, or has Fujifilm abandoned rangefinders? It sure feels that way
Well played, Nikon: if you can't beat the camera leakers… join 'em!
By James Artaius published
OPINION Most camera companies get their thunder stolen by leaks and rumors. Nikon turned the tables by leaking the Z6 III itself
Canon x Apple: Canon has made a lens to create Vision Pro content… and I've already seen it
By James Artaius published
NEWS Canon has teamed up with Apple to make a 3D lens for Vision Pro content. Spoiler alert: I've already seen it…
FIRST LOOK at the Nikon Z6 III!
By James Artaius published
NEWS Here's your first look at the Nikon Z6 III, along with the first specs for the camera – which is officially coming next week!
Should you still buy the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM in 2024? Hell yes
By James Artaius published
OPINION Once considered essential, is the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM still a must-have lens in 2024? You'd better believe it is
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