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Jon is a gadget reviewer, content creator and influencer. He spends his time reviewing products, covering technology news, giving talks on content strategy and creating content in partnership with a wide variety of forward-thinking brands. He also contributes to commercial radio, as well as in national print newspapers and magazines.

Articles by: Jon Devo

Panasonic Lumix G9 II camera held in a hand at waist height

The best Panasonic camera in 2024: from mirrorless to point-and-shoots

By Gareth Bevan last updated 25 October 24

UPDATED Which is the best Panasonic camera? These are the top mirrorless, full frame, and compact cameras

Woman using one of the best phones for video recording while in lotus position outdoors

The best phone for video recording and vlogging in 2024

By Jon Devo last updated 23 October 24

Buying guide Featuring clever cameras and slick software, these are the best phones for video recording and streaming

Photo of racing car with and without Burnt Orange LUT

The camera industry has gone mad for LUTs, it seems. But what the hell are they?

By Jon Devo published 24 August 24

Scanning Ahead

VFX breakdown from Paul Trillo's Notes To My Future Self

"AI is helping filmmakers with ideas that were too impractical to shoot without an exhaustive budget and wasting time on something that may not even work"

By Jon Devo published 6 July 24

Scanning Ahead "AI helps speed up trial-and-error and reduces the cost of failure when it comes to exploring new ideas. That’s important because failing is a key component of success"

As the dust settles on Nikon’s takeover of RED, Jon Devo ponders the effect of this bold move

I hope Nikon buying RED is a bold power play that will keep the camera industry on its toes

By Jon Devo published 1 May 24

Scanning Ahead As the dust settles on Nikon’s takeover of RED, Jon Devo ponders the effect of this bold move

Smartphones show that cameras are fast becoming AI-driven creative tools

By Jon Devo published 27 April 24

Scanning Ahead Smartphones are becoming smarter, as they turn to AI to improve their photo skills

AI (Artificial Intelligence) concept - woman creating photos from her thoughts

Mind-reading computers that can produce high-fidelity images from your thoughts alone are coming sooner than you think

By Jon Devo published 19 April 24

Scanning Ahead Meta's DINOv2 project shows us what the future of image creation could be like

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra zoom illustration

With ever-higher camera resolutions, have zoom lenses had their day?

By Jon Devo published 16 April 24

Scanning Ahead Are digital teleconverters the future for zooming in with your camera?

Still from ample AI video generated by Open AI's Sora app

We’re rapidly moving where any image of a person will be easily remixed to make a compelling new video

By Jon Devo published 8 April 24

Scanning Ahead A year on from the first Generative AI videos, Jon Devo looks at how far the tech has come

Apple's new VR headset may make you want to start thinking more about how the content you capture today will be viewed in tomorrow’s world

By Jon Devo published 9 January 24

Scanning Ahead Apple’s Vision Pro headset could revolutionize the way people look at photos and videos, says Jon Devo

Unboxing ain’t what it used to be: I review cameras for living, and I’m glad cameras come in less packaging than they used to

By Jon Devo published 6 January 24

Scanning Ahead The excitement of unboxing new kit is a highlight of my job, says Jon Devo, but is it a thing of the past?

Photo of a hurdler, shot on a Sony A9 III

I can’t wait for Paris 2024 – I love Olympic years, what a time to be a photographer!

By Jon Devo published 2 January 24

Scanning Ahead It’s an Olympic year, and Jon Devo is excited about the advances in camera tech it brings

I’d love to see camera companies just making the best camera they can with each generation

By Jon Devo published 29 December 23

Scanning Ahead If there’s one thing that grinds Jon Devo’s gears, it’s when camera makers announce too many cameras

If most smartphone improvements are software-based, why should I spend big on the latest devices?

By Jon Devo published 28 December 23

Scanning Ahead Impressed by the latest developments in camera phones? Jon Devo isn’t convinced

The Blackmagic Camera app running on an iPhone

Blackmagic Camera feels to me like a sign of things to come – and an exciting new direction for camera control

By Jon Devo published 21 December 23

Scanning Ahead It takes a lot to impress Jon Devo. But he’s excited by the potential of a new app for controlling pro-grade video cameras

Are you getting bored of camera companies reusing components and body styles for new releases?

By Jon Devo published 15 December 23

Scanning Ahead Have you noticed that lots of new camera releases look the same? Jon Devo thinks he knows why that is

Introducing AI image generation into my photography workflow opens up a whole new world of possibilities

By Jon Devo published 13 December 23

Scanning Ahead Curious about the advantages of AI image generation, Jon Devo gives it a real-world test, and finds out how AI can transform his own photos

Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX being held by DCW reviewer Jon Devo

Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX review

By Jon Devo published 21 June 23

review The Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX promises to be the ideal full-frame hybrid camera for the video-focused creator, but does it deliver?

The best Android phone in 2024

By Jon Devo last updated 12 June 23

BUYING GUIDE With a lot of options on the market, here are some of the best Android phones to consider

Panasonic Lumix S5 II review

By Jon Devo published 3 March 23

Review They did it! Panasonic answers its critics by introducing a camera with a phase hybrid detection AF system. But is that enough to make the Lumix S5 II a creator’s dream?

How has camera technology changed in the last two decades?

By Jon Devo last updated 19 October 22

features Photographer and writer Jon Devo looks back over the key developments in camera technology over the last twenty years

How I became a filmmaker: we get the lowdown on camera kit from Ed Prosser

By Jon Devo published 10 October 22

Creator tips Independent filmmaker Ed Prosser explains his journey to becoming a professional videographer and the kit he's used

Panasonic Lumix S5 review

By Jon Devo last updated 4 August 22

Review Could the Panasonic Lumix S5 be the best camera on the market under $2,000/£2,000 ? It makes a strong case

Samsung Galaxy S22 vs S22 Plus vs S22 Ultra: which camera phone is best?

By Jon Devo last updated 20 May 22

Versus If you’re considering the latest Galaxy S22 Series phone, it can be hard to tell which is the best deal for photographers. We put them head-to-head in search of the answer

Panasonic Lumix GH6 review: a filmmaker's perspective

By Jon Devo published 15 March 22

Review On paper, the Lumix GH6 is the ultimate affordable hybrid camera. Let's take a look from a filmmaker’s perspective.

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