How to ensure you have the right equipment for stunning travel photos.
How to print your own photobook
Tips on how to print your own photobooks at home: the equipment you need and the stages involved in laying out, printing and binding.
Getting into video
With most cameras now capable of recording 4K video, we provide some advice on settings, focus, shooting, resolution, and camera capabilities.
Inkjet photo printer buying tips
When looking to buy an inkjet printer for photo printing, take one of your favourite photos to the store with you on a USB drive or memory card. Ask to have the image printed on the printer you’re seriously considering and check the following…
Memory card tech update and buying tips
We investigate recent developments in memory cards and show you how to work out the right storage option for your camera…
The Year in Prospect: Camera market forecasts for 2019
As we move into 2019, we look at the current state of play in the interchangeable-lens camera (ILC) market, investigate trends and air credible rumours that have surfaced so far.
Why you should buy camera gear locally
Everyone loves a bargain, and some popular models are available from online retailers operating out of Asia and the US at prices that might appear to be competitive. But appearances can be deceptive: if it looks too good, it very often is, and there’s a whole range of considerations the canny consumer needs to keep in mind when buying online…
Equipment for street photography
The equipment you choose will depend on how you approach street photography. If, like Henri Cartier-Bresson, you prefer keeping a low profile, you will tend to choose smaller, less conspicuous equipment. On the other hand, if you’re a confident photographer who is happy to engage with subjects (like Diane Arbus), the visibility of your equipment will be irrelevant. The following tips will guide you to the best types of gear for street photography, whichever of the approaches you take…
How far can you rely on a smartphone camera?
They say the best camera is the one you have with you but could your smartphone ever replace a ‘proper’ camera?
Under the weather
What you can – and shouldn’t – do with equipment that is labelled ‘weather resistant’.
