Lauren Scott
Lauren is a writer, reviewer, and photographer with ten years of experience in the camera industry. She's the former Managing Editor of Digital Camera World, and previously served as Editor of Digital Photographer magazine, Technique editor for PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, and Deputy Editor of our sister publication, Digital Camera Magazine. An experienced journalist and freelance photographer, Lauren also has bylines at Tech Radar, Space.com, Canon Europe, PCGamesN, T3, Stuff, and British Airways' in-flight magazine. When she's not testing gear for DCW, she's probably in the kitchen testing yet another new curry recipe or walking in the Cotswolds with her Flat-coated Retriever.
Latest articles by Lauren Scott
The best free Photoshop plugins in 2024
By Tom May last updated
Free tools Enhance your images with the best free Photoshop plugins available today
Photography cheat sheet: off-camera flash
By Lauren Scott published
Tutorial Take more control of the light by using your flashgun remotely
TTL vs manual flash: what’s the difference?
By Lauren Scott published
tutorial What is the difference between the two main types of flash exposure mode?
I went to Japan for travel photography – but everything went WRONG
By Dallian Macadam last updated
Q&A Photographer Dallian Macadam shares his experiences of shooting his bucket list in Japan – and overcoming many hurdles on the way
Nikon FE review: a classic film camera revisited
By Lauren Scott published
Review The Nikon FE is very capable, easy to use and ideal for anyone wanting a vintage 35mm film camera
My portraits of transgender soldiers were acquired by the National Portrait Gallery
By Lauren Scott last updated
news Portrait photographer Rory Lewis on capturing those who serve with pride
Fujifilm to launch a new camera in April? Here's what it could be
By Lauren Scott published
news Fujifilm has announced its next X-Summit for April 2023, but what new gear will we see?
RAW vs JPEG images: what's the difference?
By Lauren Scott published
Everything you need to know about JPEGs, Raw files and image quality settings
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra to get whopping 200MP camera?
By Rachael Sharpe last updated
News The most believable rumor to date is a 200MP camera sensor on the Galaxy S23 Ultra model
I've got the best Canon cameras – but my best work comes from the urge to tell a story
By Clive Booth last updated
FEATURE It's often best to keep things simple. I captured my childhood hero Al Worden in the unlikeliest of locations using just a 50mm lens
Furbo 360 Dog camera review
By Nick Lee published
review The Furbo 360 camera offers a wide rotating view, two-way audio, and remote treat-tossing that many dogs will love
Petcube Cam review: a decent budget pet camera
By Nick Lee published
review Quick to set up and easy to use, the Petcube Cam is a solid no-frills pet camera at a competitive price
All is not what it seems in this James Webb Space Telescope image
By Lauren Scott published
news NASA's Webb Space Telescope image is a galaxy in star formation, but the six-pointed star is actually caused by diffraction
I'm a portrait photographer exploring the difference between selfies, filters and reality
By Lauren Scott last updated
Feature Barbara Asboth's #UNFILTERED project explores the effects of social media and filters on self-image
CES 2023: Everything you need to know about the camera and tech showcase
By James Artaius last updated
CES 2023 The world's biggest technology show, CES 2023 is taking place in Las Vegas right now. What camera kit is there?
Panasonic Lumix S5 II and S5 II X cameras launch with Phase Hybrid autofocus
By Lauren Scott last updated
LIVE The updated full-frame mirrorless cameras finally get Phase Hybrid AF – and a whole lot more for enthusiasts
Sony ZV-1F vlogging camera is just the job for content creators
By Lauren Scott last updated
LIVE Sony's tiny vlogging camera is ideal for beginners and more affordable than the Sony ZV-1
The best Motorola phone in 2024
By Tom May, Lauren Scott last updated
Buying guide The best Motorola phones on sale right now include budget handsets offering brilliant value as well as premium devices
I’m an award-winning night photographer – this is how I shoot the Milky Way
By Lauren Scott last updated
gallery Award-winning Benjamin Barakat shares the story behind capturing the Milky Way galaxy with his Canon camera
New year, new gear: 6 ways to get more money for your old cameras
By Dan Mold, Lauren Scott last updated
Feature Treading in your old camera kit is a great way to fund your next upgrade. Here's how to maximize the amount you receive
The best camera insurance for photographers: cover your kit!
By Louise Carey, Lauren Scott last updated
BUYING GUIDE Your camera equipment deserves proper cover, but who provides the best camera insurance in 2024?
What to expect from Apple in 2023
By Gareth Bevan published
feature Apple had a safe but steady year, does it have any surprises in store for 2023?
Canon in 2022: how the camera giant made huge waves in the mirrorless market
By Dan Mold published
FEATURE Canon has had a huge year, releasing four new mirrorless cameras, a giant telephoto lens and reimagining its APS-C format
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