Rod Lawton
Rod is an independent photography journalist and editor, and a long-standing Digital Camera World contributor, having previously worked as DCW's Group Reviews editor. Before that he has been technique editor on N-Photo, Head of Testing for the photography division and Camera Channel editor on TechRadar, as well as contributing to many other publications. He has been writing about photography technique, photo editing and digital cameras since they first appeared, and before that began his career writing about film photography. He has used and reviewed practically every interchangeable lens camera launched in the past 20 years, from entry-level DSLRs to medium format cameras, together with lenses, tripods, gimbals, light meters, camera bags and more. Rod has his own camera gear blog at fotovolo.com but also writes about photo-editing applications and techniques at lifeafterphotoshop.com
Latest articles by Rod Lawton
Is it evil to replace a sky in my photos? I want to say yes, but I still keep doing it!
By Rod Lawton published
Opinion Part of me thinks reality is important and then another part of me thinks that the image is everything. I know, I’m mixed up
ON1 Photo RAW 2025 review
By Rod Lawton published
Review ON1’s all-in-one photo organizer, editor and effects tool gets headline-grabbing AI tech, but how well does it work?
The best Sony camera in 2025 for vlogging, filmmaking and photography
By Gareth Bevan last updated
UPDATED These are the best Sony cameras right now for photographers, videographers, and content creation
The best cheap cameras in 2025: top budget buys
By Lauren Scott last updated
UPDATED The best cheap cameras give you the best photographic features and quality for your money
Sony A1 II vs Nikon Z8: a close battle on specs – but not on price
By Rod Lawton published
Buying guide The new Sony A1 II is a monster of a camera, but is it convincingly better than the mighty Nikon Z8? Let’s find out
The best tripod for photographers in 2025: give your camera a rock-steady support
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying guide The best tripods offer high performance and sturdy build quality at a fair price, but which will win the three-legged race?
The best monopods in 2025: stable support that can take a load off
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated For wildlife and sports photography, or anytime you’re using a big heavy lens, a monopod can give some much needed relief.
Sony A1 II vs Canon EOS R5 Mk II – with a $2000 price difference is it even a contest?
By Rod Lawton published
Buying guide It’s Sony vs Canon in this clash of the titans, but how do these two brand new ultra-high-tech flagship cameras compare?
The best lenses for the Nikon Zf in 2025: high-performance yet stylish glass
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated I think that the best lenses for the Nikon Zf need to fit with its retro-styling but match its full-frame performance.
The best lenses for the Nikon Z9 and Z8 in 2025: top-flight lenses for these high-resolution cameras
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated It's a tough job, but I pick out the best lenses for the Nikon Z9 and Z8, Nikon's sensational flagship mirrorless cameras
The best lenses for the Canon EOS R50 in 2025: take your entry-level camera to the next level
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated What are the best lenses to get for the Canon R50? Join me as I pick out the perfect lenses for this great beginner camera.
The best lenses for the Sony A7 II in 2025: make the most of this veteran camera
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated What are the best lenses for the Sony A7 II? I reckon they need to be good but reasonably priced.
Best lenses for the Fujifilm X-M5 in 2025
By Rod Lawton published
Buying guide We choose the best lenses for the Fujifilm X-M5 based on size weight and cost, key factors for Fujifilm’s new hybrid camera
The best lenses for the Canon EOS R10 in 2025: smart lens choices for top APS-C mirrorless camera
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated I think the best lenses for the R10 should be compact, affordable and a pleasure to use, just like the camera itself!
The best lenses for the Canon EOS R8 in 2025: affordable lenses to make the most of this budget-friendly camera
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated I choose the best lenses for the Canon R8, Canon's powerful but affordable full-frame mirrorless camera
The best lenses for the Canon EOS R7 in 2025: smart options for Canon's best APS-C mirrorless camera
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated Right now, these are the best lenses for the Canon EOS R7, Canon's flagship APS-C mirrorless camera.
The best lenses for the Canon EOS R6 and EOS R6 Mark II in 2025: make the most of your new Canon classic
By James Artaius last updated
Updated I think the best lenses for the EOS R6 and R6 Mark II are those that reflect their strengths – speed, low light, sports and events
The best camera for portraits in 2025: cameras that are perfect for people pics
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Updated The best camera for portraits needs to capture perfect facial perspective and beautiful background blur
It’s ridiculous, I know, but I like to shoot with a camera that actually does LESS
By Rod Lawton published
Opinion I first used the Nikon D610 when it was launched back in 2013. A lot has happened since then, so surely it's obsolete now?
The best lenses for the Sony ZV-E10 in 2025: for vlogging and much more besides
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated Take a look at the best lenses for the Sony ZV-E10. Not just for vlogging, this compact and lightweight APS-C camera can work really well for all sorts of things, with the right lenses.
The best lenses for the Sony A6700 in 2025: top choices for shooting both stills and video
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated Join me as I pick out the best lenses for the Sony A6700, one of the top APS-C format hybrid stills and video cameras.
The best lenses for the Sony A6400 in 2025: find the perfect marriage of lenses for your A6400 body
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated Find the best lenses for the Sony A6400, to make the most of this relatively recent APS-C format cameras in Sony’s mirrorless line-up.
The best lenses for Sony A6000 cameras in 2025: Compact APS-C format primes and zooms
By Matthew Richards, Rod Lawton last updated
Updated The best lenses for Sony A6000 cameras deliver are capable of great image quality and all-round performance, and are good value for money.
The best lenses for the Sony A7 IV in 2025: make the most of this camera’s inherent capabilities
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated I’ve chosen the best lenses for the Sony A7 IV based on what most of its owners tend to use this camera for, namely wedding, event, and social photography.
The best lenses for the Sony A7 III in 2025: ideal fit for price and performance
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated The best lenses for the Sony A7 III need to suit a wide range of photographic genres, not least because this camera body is such a great all-rounder. Here are my best-buy recommendations.
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