
Kalum Carter
Kalum is a photographer, filmmaker, creative director, and writer with over 10 years of experience in visual storytelling. With a strong focus on photography books, curation, and photo editing, he blends a deep understanding of both contemporary and historical works.
Alongside his creative projects, Kalum writes about photography and filmmaking, interviewing industry professionals, showcasing emerging talent, and offering in-depth analyses of the art form. His work highlights the power of visual storytelling, fostering an appreciation for the impact of photography.
Latest articles by Kalum Carter

Photograph or painting? Réhahn's new book is a beautiful tribute to the revolutionary Impressionist movement
By Kalum Carter published
News 'Impressionism: From Photography to Painting' is the new photography art book by Réhahn, exploring the Impressionist movement through creative photography techniques

Blackmagic introduces a stripped-down budget version of its blockbuster 12K cinema camera
By Kalum Carter published
News Blackmagic Design announces a more affordable URSA Cine 12K LF cinema camera option

Two 'major' camera announcements rumored from Panasonic in 2025
By Kalum Carter published
News Rumors suggest Panasonic will kick off 2025 with three major Lumix announcements, including two new cameras

New Arri Alexa 35 Base camera makes Hollywood filmmaking $30K more affordable!
By Kalum Carter published
News The new Arri Alexa 35 Base model, paired with an innovative flexible licensing system, offers Hollywood-level filmmaking at a significantly lower price

Sony Burano cinema camera gets major upgrade with new features in upcoming firmware update
By Kalum Carter published
News Sony’s Burano 2.0 firmware update brings exciting new features, including advanced recording modes, enhanced autofocus, and improved image output, cementing its status as a cinema camera powerhouse

Secure your Sony camera with SmallRig's new dedicated cage with an Apple AirTag compartment
By Kalum Carter published
News SmallRig unveils new cage for Sony A1 II and A9 III cameras with AirTag support

Level up Your TikTok game with SmallRig’s affordable new video light
By Kalum Carter published
News SmallRig launches the RF 10C, a compact and versatile LED video light for creators

Could Pentax announce a new DSLR this year?
By Kalum Carter published
News Rumors suggest Pentax may unveil a bold new DSLR in 2025!

The best camera for kids in 2025: great cameras for children of all ages
By Chris George last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best camera for kids should be simple, fun, affordable, useful, and even educational!

Calling all wildlife filmmakers: the Wildscreen Panda Awards 2025 is now open for entries
By Kalum Carter published
News Wildscreen Panda Awards 2025 celebrates the best in wildlife filmmaking with new opportunities for independent creators and short-form storytellers

The biggest camera of the year! A portable large format film camera has been successfully crowdfunded
By Kalum Carter published
News Smartflex has designed a new SLR 4x5 camera from the ground up, and it has been successfully backed on Kickstarter

An official Martin Parr movie is coming to cinemas next month – here is the trailer!
By Kalum Carter published
News The 'I Am Martin Parr' documentary promises to be a vibrant road trip through the life and work of Magnum photographer Martin Parr

Nosferatu: How Jarin Blaschke and Robert Eggers used Panavision lenses to get an Oscar nod for cinematography
By Kalum Carter published
News Panavision provides fantastic insights into the cinematography of Nosferatu in a new 'making-of' feature

Leica celebrates 100 years in style with a special edition Leica M11 – it's a thing of beauty!
By Kalum Carter published
News Leica unveils the Leica M11 100 Years of Leica 'New York USA', an exclusive camera to mark its 100th anniversary

4 Lumix cameras get major firmware updates that add significant new photo and video features
By Kalum Carter published
News New subject detect modes, frame lines, and enhanced security among the features in Panasonic's latest Lumix firmware update

Can you believe all these photographs were taken in video games?
By Kalum Carter published
News The Virtual Photography Awards 2024 winners showcase the artistry of in-game photography

Hidden worlds brought to life in this stunning infrared photography competition
By Kalum Carter published
News Discover the hidden beauty of infrared photography as Kolari Vision's contest showcases the very best!

Zeiss expands its trail camera lineup with the Secacam 3 – its most affordable yet!
By Kalum Carter published
News Zeiss introduces the Secacam 3, an affordable yet feature-packed trail camera designed for nature enthusiasts and conservationists

Another Blackmagic Cinema camera gets the Netflix seal of approval
By Kalum Carter published
News Blackmagic Design's URSA Cine 12K LF secures Netflix-approved status, solidifying its place as a leading tool for cinematic storytelling

Weegee: Society of the Spectacle – a new book illuminates the grit and glamour of a photography icon
By Kalum Carter published
News Discover the remarkable story of Weegee, the photographer who captured both the dark underbelly and dazzling spectacle of his time

Photo North Festival returns to Leeds this spring with exciting photography exhibitions featuring The Beatles and Ewan McGregor
By Kalum Carter published
News Leeds will play host to the sixth Photo North Festival and feature talks and exhibitions from a plethora of industry leaders

Last chance to win LCE Photographer of the Year with a prize pot of £10,000!
By Kalum Carter last updated
Updated LCE Photographer of the Year 2025 is now open for entries in-store and online!

Finally! Fujifilm rolls out discounts on selected GF lenses!
By Kalum Carter published
Deals SAVE $500 on selected Fujifilm GF zoom and prime lenses – including a portrait lens beast!
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