Latest articles by Adam Waring
The best variable ND filters in 2025: fader filters for videography and photography
Updated Variable neutral density – or fader – filters are essential for filmmakers… and handy for stills photography, too
The best tripod for photographers in 2025: 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?
The best travel tripod in 2025: lightweight, stable supports for taking on the road
Buying Guide The best travel tripods have to be small enough to pack, light enough to carry, and sturdy enough for shake-free photos!
The best iPhone 17 cases in 2025: keep your Apple iPhone 17 safe from harm
Buying Guide These are my favorite protective custom-fit sleeves for Apple's 'standard' iPhone 17 to save it from bumps and bashes
The best Nikon camera in 2025: from basic beginner cameras to advanced pro models
BUYING GUIDE Nikon makes the best mirrorless cameras on the market, as well as DSLRs and bridge cameras, so there's something for everyone, and I've handpicked the best Nikon for you…
The best camera backpacks in 2025: carry cameras, lenses, and accessories in comfort
BUYING GUIDE The best camera backpacks have plenty of room for all your camera gear – and a whole lot more besides – and keep it organized, secure, and comfy to carry around all day long
Nikon ZR review: a brilliant 'baby' Red cinema camera at a barely believable price
Review Nikon's Z-series mirrorless cameras have always been great at video, but the Nikon ZR adds a sprinkling of Red magic and a video-friendly form factor to take it to a professional level
The best camera bags in 2025: carry your photo kit safely and securely
Buying guide I reckon these are the best camera bags, no matter how much kit you need to cart around, from backpacks to messenger bags for all styles of photography
For the love of God! Why the heck don’t cameras come with manuals anymore?
Opinion Okay, so they’re not exactly on par with page-turning thrillers, but cameras are complicated devices, and a manual is an invaluable reference in learning how to use one
The best boom arms in 2025 for your microphone when vlogging or filmmaking
buying guide Position your mic perfectly, with the best boom arms for vloggers, podcasters, filmmakers, streamers, and more
The best astrophotography filters in 2025: the best light pollution filters and more
Updated Looking to capture the sky at night? These are the best filters to reduce light pollution and enhance the stars
I can only think of ONE reason to get an official Apple iPhone case, but there are LOADS of reasons to get an unofficial one…
Opinion I used to think that Apple's cases were overpriced and – frankly – a bit boring, but there's one thing that almost changed my mind
The best filter holders in 2025: my pick of the best square slot-in filter systems
Updated The best filter holder systems are easy-to-use, secure, and compatible with a wide variety of neutral density, ND grad, polarizer filters, and more…
The best video tripods in 2025: camera supports for shooting movies smoothly
BUYING GUIDE A video tripod needs to offer both an ultra-stable support and smooth movement, and here's my pick of the bunch to suit everyone from students to pro filmmakers
The best pan and tilt tripod heads in 2025: precise control for your camera
UPDATED Also known as 3-way heads, the best pan-and-tilt tripod heads offer extra precision over a ball head
Shut the front door! The Amazon Ring doorbell is half price on Amazon Prime Day, but that's not why I'm getting one…
Deals Amazon's Ring doorbell is a steal at just AU$75, and is great for seeing who's at the door before you open it, but I'm buying one for a completely different reason
The best photography lighting kits in 2025: for studio, location and video
Buying guide This is my pick of the best photography lighting kits with mains power, battery power, and continuous LED lighting for video
The best 100-400mm lenses in 2025: which is the best super-telephoto zoom for you?
Buying guide 100-400mm zoom lenses are ideal for stretching your telephoto reach without piling on the pounds! I've hand-picked the best for whatever camera system you own…
The best iPhone microphone in 2025: get high-quality audio with your Apple phone
buyers guide I’ve rounded up the best iPhone microphones to help you boost your mobile audio production
The best lenses for the Nikon Z8 and Z9 in 2025: top-flight lenses for these top-of-the-range cameras
Updated It's a tough job, but I pick out the best lenses for the Nikon Z8 and Z9, Nikon's sensational high-res mirrorless flagships
Nikon's amazing hybrid global and rolling image sensor offers best of both worlds
News A Nikon patent reveals innovative 2-in-1 sensor with the instant readout of a global sensor and image fidelity of a rolling sensor
The best LED light sticks in 2025: my pick of light wands for photography & videography
Whether you're shooting stills or video, the best light wands and LED light sticks offer a great lighting solution
