Latest articles by Rod Lawton
I wish mirrorless camera makers would copy Blackmagic's beautifully big screens
Opinion Memo to camera makers: if you want to make a mirrorless camera for video, don’t just adapt a regular camera
Ricoh GR III HDF review
Review The ‘classic’ 28mm equivalent Ricoh GR III swaps its 2x ND filter for a new Highlight Diffusion Filter, for an dreamier analog look
DSLR vs mirrorless cameras in 2025: which format is best, and why?
BUYING GUIDE The DSLR vs mirrorless camera debate continues – we help you decide which is right for you
AI won’t kill photography, but it might just bore us to death
Opinion How do you feel about AI in photography? Does it leave you a) scared, b) energized or c) bored?
I saw Panasonic's Lumix S9 for the first time at a show and I just kept walking. That’s bad!
Opinion I review cameras for a living, so I ought to take an interest, but this constantly repeating ‘creator’ formula is just, well, boring
I can't believe Olympus walked away from this camera – if only we had it now
Opinion I FINALLY found a good used Olympus PEN-F – and it's even better than I remember
Ricoh GR IIIx HDF review: showing off your softer side
Review This new variant of Ricoh’s evergreen pocket compact boasts a ‘highlight diffusion filter’ for a softer analog look
50 best camera accessories in 2025: essential photography gadgets and add-ons
UPDATED These 50 best camera accessories can take your photography to a whole new level – but don't panic, you don't have to get them all!
How did I end up with a Canon system when I didn’t really like Canon cameras?
Opinion Sometimes the camera you need isn’t the camera you wanted, and you can’t always judge a system by its specs
The best messenger bags for photographers in 2025: bags for camera gear and a laptop
Updated The best messenger bags for photographers are practical and stylish, whether you're traveling, shooting or commuting
I bought an X-T5 and now my lenses aren't good enough. It's actually that serious
Opinion You can never have enough megapixels, right?
Best Sony video lenses in 2025 for vlogging and filmmaking
Buying guide What are the best Sony video lenses for vloggers and filmmakers? Here are our top picks
Fujifilm GFX 100S II vs GFX 100 II
Buying guide Read our Fujifilm GFX 100S II vs GFX 100 II comparison to find out which new Fujifilm medium format camera is best for you
Panasonic Lumix S 14-28mm F4-5.6 MACRO review
Review Panasonic’s ultra-wide zoom comes with a modest zoom range, a modest maximum aperture and an very modest price
Fujifilm GFX 100S II vs GFX 100S: which 100-megapixel camera is the best buy?
Buying guide Is the Fujifilm GFX 100S II a worthwhile update? Our Fujifilm GFX 100S II vs GFX 100S comparison checks the details
My Canon R8 can shoot video at 30/60p but only offers me 25/50p. What’s going on?
Opinion It’s all because of antiquated analog broadcast standards that rarely matter any more but STILL complicate our camera settings
Fujifilm X-T50 vs X-T30 II
Buying guide The Fujifilm X-T50 looks like an easy win over the ‘old’ X-T30 II, but does our Fujifilm X-T50 vs X-T30 II comparison agree?
Fujifilm X-T50 vs X-T5
Buying guide Is the new Fujifilm X-T50 just as good as the X-T5 but smaller? Our Fujifilm X-T50 vs X-T5 head to head finds out
Was the Canon EOS M100 the company's worst ever camera?
Opinion The Canon EOS M100 wasn't just dumbed-down – it was just plain dumb
I don’t believe in magic, but there is a strange alchemy in photographic imagery
Opinion Retro is back. We long for the esoteric, magical properties of old cameras. It’s like we want to go back to the Dark Ages
The best iPhone tripods and smartphone supports in 2025: for night shots & more
UPDATED The best iPhone tripods and smartphone supports are small, quick and simple, opening up new shooting opportunities
RODE Interview PRO review: simple interview audio that looks the part
Review A wireless interview mic that has on-board recording and can double as a standalone field recorder? How cool is that!
The best Olympus lenses (OM System) in 2025: outstanding Olympus glass
Updated We pick the best Olympus lenses (OM System) to get right now, from compact primes to professional constant aperture zooms
