Ben Andrews
Ben is the Imaging Labs manager, responsible for all the testing on Digital Camera World and across the entire photography portfolio at Future. Whether he's in the lab testing the sharpness of new lenses, the resolution of the latest image sensors, the zoom range of monster bridge cameras or even the latest camera phones, Ben is our go-to guy for technical insight. He's also the team's man-at-arms when it comes to camera bags, filters, memory cards, and all manner of camera accessories – his lab is a bit like the Batcave of photography! With years of experience trialling and testing kit, he's a human encyclopedia of benchmarks when it comes to recommending the best buys.
Latest articles by Ben Andrews
Dig out your old point-and-shoot camera: it might be worth a fortune
By Ben Andrews published
Hum-drum digital compacts are seeing a huge surge in popularity, thanks to influencers obsessed with the 2000s
Fujifilm X100VI scalpers: I salute you
By Ben Andrews published
news Fujifilm introduces new measures to prevent resellers making huge profits on the X100VI - but is that even a problem?
Fujifilm releases new firmware for the GFX 100 II
By Ben Andrews published
news Firmware version 2.00 introduces a new, super-simple firmware update process
Datacolor Spyder Checkr Video review
By Ben Andrews published
review An essential tool for ensuring color accuracy and consistency when shooting high quality video
Canon announces new, space-saving multifunction photo printer
By Ben Andrews published
news The PIXMA TR7650 is a value-packed office companion
Calibrite announces the most affordable monitor calibrator on the market
By Ben Andrews published
news New Display 123 calibrator is designed to be easy to use and easy on your pocket
Sony launches new CFexpress Type B cards
By Ben Andrews published
news Super-fast, yet reasonably well priced: Sony's latest Type B offerings look tempting
Realme 12+ revealed: accessibly-priced camera phone with premium features
By Ben Andrews published
news Solid primary camera specs and a high-end screen give this budget handset real appeal
RIP: Nikon is axing its most outrageous and impressive camera of recent times
By Ben Andrews published
news Unique, trail-blazing, yet arguably unnecessary: this is my eulogy to a camera that was a legend right from its launch
Affinity Photo: 50 more cameras now supported, plus new HDR support
By Ben Andrews published
news Photoshop rival software gets even more versatile
No camera manufacturer supports CFexpress 4.0 cards, but it doesn't matter!
By Ben Andrews published
news The latest generation of mega CFexpress cards are fast enough to bend space and time, yet are totally unnecessary
PNY EliteX-PRO60 SDXC memory card review
By Ben Andrews published
review Proof that second best can be a winning formula: PNY's mainstream UHS-II SD card offers unbeatable value
New iPhone 16 rumor is an early April Fools joke
By Ben Andrews published
news Some leaks/rumors are credible. This one isn't. We present it purely for your viewing amusement
An unlikely brand looks set to SMASH battery life records for a camera phone
By Ben Andrews published
news Forget all-day battery life: this phone could have all-week staying power. Just don't expect it to be thin and light...
This is the most impressive tripod the world has ever seen
By Ben Andrews published
news Edelkrone launches Tripod X: the first motorized, automatic tripod you can actually buy
New leaked image emerges of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A55
By Ben Andrews published
news Samsung's next mid-range camera phone will likely launch next month, sporting a 50MP primary camera
Canon is developing a sensor with a twist. Literally!
By Ben Andrews published
news Meet the 'twisted-photodiode image sensor': Canon's potential next-generation autofocus system
The best touch screen monitors in 2024: control your PC using your monitor
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide Tap, swipe and pinch-to-zoom with the best touch screen monitors on sale today
The best ball heads for tripods in 2024: simple, speedy setup with sturdy support
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide A good ball head should make life simple, being quick and easy to set up while offering solid support. Here are the best options right now.
Now APS-C camera users can shoot round corners with Astrihori's latest probe lens
By Ben Andrews published
news Capture incredible new close-up perspectives with a lens that can shoot up, down and sideways
ProGrade Digital CFexpress Type B 4.0 (Cobalt) memory card review
By Ben Andrews published
review ProGrade breaks speed records with its most extreme memory card ever. But are things now getting out of hand?
Google Pixel 9 Pro: fresh renders emerge, showing possible new design
By Ben Andrews published
news Renders show a revised camera island and slightly smaller screen for Google's next flagship phone
It's only January, but this will likely be the most disappointing camera of the year
By Ben Andrews published
news The first 'new' Pentax-branded compact camera is about to launch, but this is no cause for celebration
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