Latest articles by Mike Harris
I find black-and-white photography freeing in a world of color-graded imagery
Opinion I love color grading, but its tumultuous nature means it’s 'in' one minute and 'out' the next. Black-and-white photography is always in vogue
"Hey, Alexa! When are you getting an upgrade?" Has Amazon delayed its major Alexa AI enhancements, again?
News Amazon's 'Remarkable Alexa' upgrade has reportedly been delayed, yet again. But the February 26 reveal still looks set to go ahead
Thinking of buying a Fujifilm X100T compact camera in 2025? I’m here to tell you whether or not it’s worth it
Opinion The Fujifilm X100T might be cheaper than later X100 series models, but is this decade-old camera really worth a look in 2025?
"Nikon Z users beware": US$7,000 of camera kit nearly plummets, as pricey lens foot mount works loose
News YouTuber Matt Granger’s Nikon Z9 and 70-200mm narrowly avoided a mud bath, when the lens’ foot mount worked loose. Here’s what happened…
Has the cheap compact camera craze persuaded you to ditch your phone? I’d consider the Fujifilm X-A7… REALLY!
Opinion No, I’m not mad! The Fujifilm X-A7 is an excellent introduction to the world of dedicated cameras – and at a very reasonable price, too
The forgotten Fujifilm X-T200 is still a great entry-level choice and is pretty cheap for a retro-themed mirrorless camera
Opinion The Fujifilm X-T200 wasn’t a big seller during its heyday, but low used prices make it a decent choice for those looking for a ‘beater’ or their first interchangeable-lens camera
I think the Nikon FE is a perfect first film camera. Here’s why…
Opinion Not only can you pick up a Nikon FE relatively cheaply, but its ability to shoot aperture priority makes it worthy of consideration over the Nikon FM for a beginner film photographer
Best light meter for photography in 2025
Buying guide Handheld light meters aren't just a relic of the past – they do things your in-camera light meter can't
'Burner photos' – why rubbish shots are an integral part of the creative process
Opinion This film photographer's concept of 'burner photos' is genius! Here's why bad photos will help you to grow as a photographer...
Can I just start shooting video or do I need more gear to become a videographer?
FEATURE You don't have to spend thousands on video camera gear to film great videos, but this YouTube video covers a few essentials that'll help you realize your potential
I turned boring bokeh into hearts with this simple DIY and I LOVE the results
TUTORIAL I transformed circular bokeh into heart shapes using a homemade aperture disc that I made using sticky tape and black paper
I’m trying to forget my ex this Valentine’s Day, but my iPhone’s Photos app isn’t helping! Here's a quick fix
TUTORIAL How do I stop my iPhone Photos app from throwing up images of my ex? Here’s how to get the space you need this Valentine’s Day
Nikon, you’re my favorite camera brand EVER, but continue to ignore the entry-level market and you’ll stop attracting new blood…
Opinion Nikon’s uninspiring Q3/2025 financial results at least point to positive mid- to high-end camera sales, but I’m still worried the ‘Big N’ will struggle to attract new photographers without a true entry-level camera in its line-up
iPad has backed Apple into a corner and I don’t know how it’s going to wriggle out
Opinion iPad hardware keeps getting more and more powerful, but I think iPadOS is holding it back. So what can Apple do about it?
12,220 photos on 70 nights over four years. That's a combined exposure of 2.2 million seconds (plus 4,000 hours of post-processing)!
Photo of the Day Photo of the Day: Samy Al Olabi's astrophotography portfolio earned him HIPA Photographer of the Year. And his 12,220-image deep-sky panorama is a breathtaking highlight
Wacom completely redesigns its flagship Intuos Pro drawing tablets – inside and out!
News Drawing tablet and pen display titan Wacom has completely refreshed its premium range of Intuos Pro tablets
Ozzy Osbourne sued for using own likeness – genuine copyright infringement or just a shot in the dark?
News A lawsuit has been filed against the Prince of Darkness for allegedly using a photograph of his own likeness without obtaining permission
Can’t wait another 600,000 years to see Comet G3 (ATLAS)? At least we have these stellar photographs for posterity
Photographers have been sharing their photographs of Comet G3 (ATLAS), which burned bright during January in the southern hemisphere
Canon EOS R10 is the best-selling camera of 2025 in Japan (so far...)
News BCN Ranking charts the top 50 best-selling cameras in Japan every month and once again the Canon EOS R10 reigns supreme
Lume Cube RGB Tube Light Mini review: Compact creative solution that's big on features
Review The Lume Cube RGB Tube Light Mini puts Lume Cube’s LED architecture inside a portable tube light, but will it elevate your on-the-go photo or video lighting setup?
The best iPad for students in 2025: Apple tablets for school, college or university
Buying guide With the best iPads for students, you might not even need a laptop for college.
I want an all-black OM System OM-3! And while there are no plans for one right now, the camera manufacturer "would definitely like to consider it."
Opinion An OM System / Olympus rep hasn't ruled out the prospect of an all-black version of the gorgeous OM System OM-3 and I'm already frothing at the mouth!
How to use an instant camera – my top tips for Polaroid and Instax photographers
Tutorial Wondering how to use an instant camera? You're not alone – they can be daunting for first-time users. Here’s how to get set up and shooting
I think leading lines photography is easy to understand and easy to implement – here’s how to upgrade your compositions FAST
Tutorial Leading lines are a powerful tool that draw the viewer in and guide them towards a point of interest. Once you learn about them, you’ll start seeing them everywhere!
