Latest articles by Sebastian Oakley
The forgotten magic of CCD sensors: Why I won’t give them up!
Opinion CMOS has its place, but it is not in any of my own cameras: CCD has my heart and soul
The best cheap mirrorless cameras in 2025: grab a bargain with these low-cost classics
Buying guide These are the cheap mirrorless cameras around right now, from basic beginner cameras to discounted favorites
The best DSLR for video in 2025: create fantastic full HD and 4K video
Buying Guide The best DSLRs for video can still beat mirrorless rivals for value and flexibility: here are our top picks, at the best prices
The best image-stabilized binoculars in 2025
Buying guide Want a powerful magnification and a judder-free image into the bargain? We round up the best IS binoculars you can buy…
The best YouTube cameras in 2025: our favorite content creation tools!
UPDATED We pick the best YouTube cameras for indoor presenting, travel vlogging, adventurous thrill-seekers, and more
The best Leica cameras: from classic rangefinders to modern mirrorless
Buying guide The best Leica cameras cost plenty, but they deliver plenty too, and there are more affordable Leicas to choose from too
The best cinema cameras in 2025: time to step up to serious filmmaking
Buying guide The best cinema cameras offer top-quality video capture and grading options and the ports and connections needed by pros
The best DSLR in 2025: Chunky, classic camera designs still loved today
Buying guide The best DSLRs are still great cameras to buy today, with bigger bodies, better battery life, and a huge range of lenses
The best film cameras in 2025: recapture the magic of film in the digital age
Buying Guide The best film cameras we've chosen are practical classics that you can still use today
The best spotting scopes in 2025: get a closer look at sports, nature, and wildlife
BUYING GUIDE The best spotting scopes offer higher magnification than a monocular but much more portability than a telescope
Save a MASSIVE $1,700 on the Rotolight NEO 3 light kit at B&H
Deal Rotolight NEO 3 3-piece lighting kit is just $699 in this incredible offer at B&H
The best camera for filmmaking in 2025
BUYING GUIDE The best 4K camera for filmmaking will deliver high-quality video content, offer image stabilization and a range of codecs
Leica's latest flagship SL3-S camera is now in stock and you should order now before it sells out!
Deal Leica SL3-S is now in stock: Here is where you can buy Leica's latest flagship
Where to buy the Fujifilm X100VI: Stock updates & price checks
Deals Want to buy the Fujifilm X100VI? Use our tips to get one, and bookmark this page for the latest stock updates
Canon's pro flagship camera is now in stock, but are you ready to spend $6,299 on the EOS R1?
Deal Canon's ultimate flagship now has "in-stock" status - But are you ordering one?
The best binoculars In 2025: for astronomy, wildlife, sports fans, and more
Updated Choosing the best binoculars is easy when you know what the specs mean and what to look for
The best monoculars in 2025: perfect for when binoculars are just too big
Updated The best monoculars give you the same magnification as binoculars but in a smaller, simpler package
The Nikon D850, our most-rated DSLR ever drops below $2,000 to its LOWEST-EVER price with a bonkers $400 price cut
Opinion Hindsight is wonderful, but in 2017 I rejected the Nikon D850 because it wasn't 50MP – that was a MASSIVE mistake, but now it's just $1,996.95!
I can't afford a Leica M11-D, so I turned my screen off and cured my "chimping" for FREE
Opinion I adore the whole concept of the Leica M11-D but not its price tag, so I turned my own camera's screen off and cured my "chimping" for free!
Photographers rejoice: the Leica Q3 43 is back in stock! Order now before it sells out
Deal Leica's sought-after luxury compact the Leica Q3 43 is now in stock - but hurry I can see them running out fast!
Save a MASSIVE $600 off the Nikon Z8 with this incredible camera deal
Deal You can save $600 on the Nikon Z8, making it the perfect deal for those looking for a great price on a pro kit
Best rangefinder cameras in 2025
Buying guide Whether you want brand new or old, film or digital, the best rangefinder cameras can help you take amazing images
The best tripod for photographers: give your camera a rock-steady support
Buying guide The best tripods offer high performance and sturdy build quality at a fair price, but which will win the three-legged race?
