Many of us are faced with the need to buy a good all round ‘family camera’ for travel and recreational use. But with so many choices, where do we start?
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Have you always believed that more megapixels always equals a bigger print? Think again - there are several factors which determine how big we can successfully print with any given camera and lens combination
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If you have your camera in your hands for more than a few minutes at a time then you’ll probably appreciate a fine quality, attractive, and comfortable camera strap (or bag). I’ve just discovered Hawkesmill camera straps, which combine beauty with functionality
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In part 2 of my review of the Canon G5X compact camera I’m taking a look at colour, focus, and depth of field
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The Fuji X series cameras have been a bit controversial over the years given how challenging post production can be at times with the X Trans sensors. In this article I’m putting the latest APS-C X Trans technology against one of the best APS-C Bayer sensors.
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If you’re considering buying a Fuji camera featuring an X Trans sensor, it’s worth familiarizing yourself with its characteristics. Despite years of development, processing your Fuji X Trans images can still be frustrating at times
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Choosing a high end compact camera can be a minefield, especially if we start comparing it to our main ‘big’ cameras. The first stage is to assess our needs, and then we need to understand the compromises
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Getting a sharp photograph is one of the things I’m asked about most often. It’s a mistake to think this is just about your equipment - skill and technique is by far the most important part of the equation
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Some photographers swear by a 35mm prime lens for ‘travel’ photography and others gravitate towards a standard zoom. But you don’t have to stick to a conventional focal range in order to get some great images when you’re out and about. For this review I was using the excellent Olympus 60mm f2.8 macro lens
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Finding an ideal travel lens can be hard. Most superzoom lenses come with notable compromises. But the Panasonic 14-140 is surprisingly good
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Sometimes arguments are best solved with examples. The ‘argument’ in question is the repeated and erroneous assertion that micro four thirds equipment cannot replicate the look of full frame photography in normal professional usage
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I can’t begin to describe some of the arguments which are going round and round on photography forums just now. All because Olympus have dared to release a small high performing mirrorless micro four thirds camera which is challenging the belief that bigger is always better
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