Sigma 90mm f2.8 DG DN review
September 9, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Sigma 90mm f2.8 DG DN is a short telephoto prime lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras, and available in Sony-e and L-mount versions. It’s aimed at anyone who wants a classic portrait lens in a compact barrel at a reasonable price. In my review, find out how it compares to a growing collection of rival options!…
Fujifilm GFX50S II review so far
September 2, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Fujifilm GFX50S Mark II is a medium format mirrorless camera with 51.4 Megapixels and built-in stabilisation. It takes the body of the GFX100S but fits it with the 51.4 Megapixel sensor from the original GFX models to hit a more affordable price point while still delivering more than enough detail for most of us. Here’s my review so far!…
Polaroid Now Keith Haring review
August 23, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Polaroid Now is an instant camera that delivers large square prints with minimal effort. It’s available in a variety of finishes including a Keith Haring edition adorned with the pop artist’s iconic graphics. Find out how it compares to Polaroid Go and Fujifilm’s INSTAX in my review!…
Canon XF650 review so far
August 18, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Canon XF605 is a professional camcorder aimed at solo videographers. It sports a built-in 15x stabilised zoom, a 1in-type sensor with Dual Pixel CMOS AF, unlimited 4k video up to 60p, and a broad range of pro connectivity. Find out more in my review so far!…
Canon PowerShot G1 retro review
July 23, 2021 By Leave a Comment
In October 2000, Canon launched the PowerShot G1, the first in a series of hugely popular cameras aimed at enthusiasts that continues over two decades later. Find out the story behind it 21 years later!…
Canon RF 400mm f2.8L RF 600mm f4L review
July 20, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The RF 400mm f2.8 and RF 600mm f4 are the two largest and most expensive lenses for Canon’s full-frame mirrorless system to date. Unashamedly aimed at pro sports and wildlife photographers, or very well-heeled enthusiasts, they represent Canon at the top of their game. Find out why Canon now believes EOS R is ready for anything in my review of both lenses.…
Olympus 8-25mm f4 Pro review
July 5, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Olympus 8-25mm f4 Pro is a wide to standard zoom for the Micro Four Thirds system. Mounted on a Micro Four Thirds body it delivers a 16-50mm equivalent range, taking you from ultra-wide to standard coverage, making it a very flexible walkaround option whether you’re shooting stills or filming video. Find out why it’s become my favourite general-purpose zoom for M43 in my review!…
Nikon COOLPIX 100 retro review
July 2, 2021 By Leave a Comment
In 1996 Nikon entered the consumer digital camera market with the COOLPIX 100. It cost $500, had one third of a Megapixel and was built-into an industry-standard PCMCIA card, so you could simply slot the camera into a compatible laptop. 25 years later I review it once more!…
Canon RF 14-35mm f4L IS USM review
June 29, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Canon RF 14-35mm f4L IS USM is a compact, ultra wide zoom for the EOS R mirrorless system. It’s the widest lens in the RF system to date. Find out if it's the best wide lens for you in my full review!…
Polaroid Go review
June 28, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Polaroid Go is the World’s smallest analogue instant camera and the cutest camera I’ve ever used. It uses new Polaroid Go film that produces tiny square prints in the classic Polaroid style. Essentially a shrunken version of the Polaroid Now, I took it around Brighton in my review, comparing it to the INSTAX Mini!…
Fujifilm XF 18mm f1.4 review
June 14, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Fujifilm XF 18mm f1.4 is a wide-angle prime lens for the X-series mirrorless system, delivering standard wide angle coverage equivalent to 27mm when mounted on an X-series body. I've now updated my first-looks review with sample images from a final production model!…
Canon PowerShot Pro90 IS retro review
June 11, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Canon PowerShot Pro90 IS was a high-end super-zoom camera launched in 2001, sporting a 10x / 37-370mm equivalent range, and becoming Canon’s first digital camera to include optical image stabilisation! Find out how it performs 20 years later!…
Nikon COOLPIX 900 retro review
June 4, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The COOLPIX 900, launched in 1998, was Nikon’s third digital camera, but I’d argue their first aimed at photographers. 1.2 Megapixels, a 3x optical zoom, white balance presets and a cunning split-body, the 900 had it all! Find out why it was one of my favourites in my retro review!…
Canon EOS R3 review
June 2, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Canon EOS R3 is high-end mirrorless camera aimed at pros who demand the fastest speed and toughest body. It’s Canon’s most powerful mirrorless camera to date, so I've put together an in-depth review for you!…
Canon EOS R5 fw v1.3 update
March 30, 2021 By Leave a Comment
In March 2021, Canon released new firmware for the Canon EOS R5, R6 and 1Dx Mark III which brings a selection of updates. In this article and video I'll show you what's new!…
Canon EOS R5 fw v1.3 update
March 30, 2021 By Leave a Comment
In March 2021, Canon released new firmware for the Canon EOS R5, R6 and 1Dx Mark III which brings a selection of updates. In this article and video I'll show you what's new!…
Sony FE 24mm f2.8 G review
March 23, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Sony FE 24mm f2.8 G is a compact wide-angle prime lens for the e-mount mirrorless system. 24mm is a popular focal length, striking a very usable balance between 28mm and ultra-wide models. The 24 2.8 G delivers sharp results and fast focusing from a compact weather-sealed barrel. Find out if it’s the perfect wide prime for you in my review!…
Sony FE 40mm f2.5 G review
March 23, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Sony FE 40mm f2.5 G is a compact lightweight prime lens designed for full-frame e-mount mirrorless cameras. 40mm delivers slightly wider than standard coverage, striking a compelling balance between traditional 35 and 50mm lenses. In my full review find out why it could be your next standard lens!…
Sony FE 50mm f2.5 G review
March 23, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Sony FE 50mm f2.5 G is a compact standard prime lens for full-frame e-mount mirrorless cameras. Announced in March 2021 and costing $599, it delivers natural-looking standard coverage that’s ideal for general-purpose use. Long enough for simple portraits and small group shots, but short enough for some natural and urban views, and a practical…
Sony FE 50mm f1.2 GM review
March 16, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Sony FE 50mm f1.2 G Master is a standard prime lens with a very bright aperture for full-frame e-mount mirrorless cameras. The 50mm focal length delivers natural-looking coverage, but the fast 1.2 aperture allows very shallow depth-of-field effects, while Sony’s latest G Master optics promise both high resolution and smooth rendering. Here’s my full review!…
Rode Wireless Go II review
March 8, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Rode Wireless Go II is a compact wireless microphone system that supports two transmitters, internal recording and USB connections to cameras, phones and computers. This makes it one of the most flexible microphone systems around from podcast interviews to upgrading your Zoom audio. Here’s my full review!…
Sigma 28-70mm f2.8 DG DN review
February 24, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Sigma 28-70mm f2.8 DG DN is a general-purpose zoom for full-frame mirrorless cameras, available in Sony e or Leica L mounts. It provides a more affordable option for those who want a walkaround zoom with an f2.8 aperture but can’t stretch to pricier not to mention heavier models that zoom wider to 24mm. Check out my full review!…
Fujifilm XF 27mm f2.8 R WR review so far
January 27, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Fujifilm XF 27mm f2.8 R WR is a compact ‘pancake’ prime lens for Fujifilm’s X-series mirrorless cameras, on which it delivers roughly 40mm equivalent coverage for a natural standard field-of-view. It’s an updated version of the 2013 model, now with weather sealing and an aperture ring.…
Fujifilm XE4 review so far
January 27, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Fujifilm X-E4 is a mid-range mirrorless camera aimed at those who want the quality and lenses of the X-system in a compact body. Like earlier models in the X-E series, the X-E4 features a rangefinder-styled body with an electronic viewfinder built-into the corner, with upgrades including the latest 26 Megapixel X-Trans IV sensor and a tilting screen that can face-forward. Check out my preview!…
Fujifilm XF 70-300mm f4.5-5.6 review so far
January 27, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Fujifilm XF 70-300mm f4.5-5.6 is a telephoto zoom lens for Fujifilm’s X-series mirrorless cameras. It slots between the existing XF 55-200mm f3.5-4.8 and the XF 100-400mm f4.5-5.6, has weather-sealing and optical stabilisation. Find out more in my preview.…
Fujifilm GFX 100S review so far
January 27, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Fujifilm GFX 100S is a medium format mirrorless camera with 100 Megapixels, built-in stabilisation and 4k video. This fourth model in the GFX series inherits the sensor from the flagship GFX 100 but packs it into a more compact and much more affordable body, pitching it closer to full-frame models and making it the most attractive GFX to date. Find out more in my preview!…
Sony A1 review so far
January 26, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The Sony Alpha 1 is a high-end mirrorless camera with a 50 Megapixel full-frame sensor, built-in stabilisation, 30fps electronic bursts and a wide array of video modes including 4k 120p and 8k 30p. It’s a new flagship body positioned above the existing A7 and A9 models and combining speed, high resolution and pro video with a price tag to match. Find out more in my preview!…
f-stop Guru UL backpack review
January 20, 2021 By Leave a Comment
A good backpack is an important accessory for any photographer and over the last five years I’ve relied on the f-stop Guru UL. In this long-term test I’ll show you why the Guru UL has become my favourite photography backpack! …
Sony FE 35mm f1.4 GM review
January 13, 2021 By Leave a Comment
The FE 35mm f1.4 G Master is a high-end wide-angle prime lens for Sony’s e-mount mirrorless system and one that’s corrected for full-frame bodies. It’s Sony’s fourth 35 in the native e-mount, but the first to join the flagship G-Master series. Find out why it’s their best 35 yet in my full review!…
Best vegetarian meals
January 6, 2021 By Leave a Comment
I love cooking and wanted to increase the number of vegetarian dishes for everyday family meals. Here are my favourites: quick, easy and very tasty!…
