
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

Venus Optics reveals a new Laowa tilt-shift lens for full-frame and medium format cameras
By Ben Andrews published
News And it's versatile, also being capable of close-up and low-light shots

The best wireless phone chargers for iPhone and Android
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying guide Ditch the wires with our pick of the best wireless phone chargers

A new Voigtländer wide prime for Sony and Nikon cameras is coming soon
By Ben Andrews published
The Voigtländer APO-LANTHAR 28mm F2 Aspherical is a classically designed lens for the digital age

CFexpress cards are about to enter a new era of extreme performance
By Ben Andrews published
Nextorage announces development of the first-ever Type B card with VPG1600 certification, making it potentially fast enough for 16K video!

Here's proof a fast portrait prime with autofocus doesn't need to cost a fortune
By Ben Andrews published
News Meike's latest 85mm f/1.8 full-frame lens looks like a real bargain

Hollyland launches its first webcam, and it looks incredible!
By Ben Andrews published
news This 4K webcam uses a sensor that is bigger than most and can be paired with a wireless mic

Atomos' new on-camera monitor is bursting with pro features
By Ben Andrews published
Whatever you need from an on-camera monitor, chances are the new Ninja TX GO can do it

Vallerret launches new photography gloves designed for extreme conditions
By Ben Andrews published
The two-part Senja glove provides protection against extreme cold, while still enabling easy camera control

Thinkware launches its most advanced dash cam ever
By Ben Andrews last updated
Featuring top-tier image sensors, a host of driver aids, and super-sophisticated parking surveillance

Best photo vests in 2026: waistcoats and jackets with big pockets for photographers
By Ben Andrews last updated
BUYING GUIDE Check out my guide to the best photo vests available, including multi-pocketed attire to help you carry your gear

Lexar ARMOR GOLD SDXC UHS-II memory card review
By Ben Andrews published
Let's see what it takes to kill an SD card that boasts "unrelenting durability"...

Viltrox looks set to release two intriguing conversion lenses
By Ben Andrews published
News Why buy a new lens when you could just make your existing lens wider or longer?

VIOFO launches new bargain dash cam with a cutting-edge 4K sensor
By Ben Andrews published
Top-notch video quality needn't break the bank

PGYTech CreateMate CFexpress Type B/SD Card Reader Case review
By Ben Andrews published
Review A great all-in-one waterproof card reader and storage case - an ideal companion if you regularly edit on location

PGYTech CreateMate High-Speed Card Reader Case review
By Ben Andrews published
Review A card reader AND card case in one handy, high-performance package

Small yet mighty: Viltrox reveals new 85mm autofocus lens that ticks all the boxes
By Ben Andrews published
news Sony shooters are in for a treat

Samsung S26 Ultra: new leak seems to confirm thicker camera island
By Ben Andrews published
Samsung could be making its next flagship phone thinner, but you'll need to overlook the giant camera bump

The iPhone 18 could pack a radically different camera lens
By Ben Andrews published
Fresh tip suggests Apple may be working on new camera hardware for its next iPhone

Viltrox launches new pro-grade 50mm autofocus lens, and it's a bit of a bargain!
By Ben Andrews published
news Fast, versatile, built to last and feature-packed - what's not to like?

Laowa takes on the very best from Canon, Nikon and Sigma with its latest upmarket lens
By Ben Andrews published
New Laowa 200mm f/2 AF FF is a premium tele prime, but it still retains the brand's aggressive pricing

The upcoming Vivo X300 Pro could have the best dynamic range of any current camera phone
By Ben Andrews published
Thanks to its innovative new Sony image sensor

BenQ PD2730S monitor review
By Ben Andrews published
review 4K just not good enough? Try this 5K display instead

Boffins develop new tech that enables a smartphone camera to record 8x more color data
By Ben Andrews published
The possibilities are mind-blowing...

7Artisans reveals new APS-C ultra-wide autofocus lens
By Ben Andrews published
Fast, wide, and with full electronic communication: this APS-C lens could be one to watch

Samsung celebrates 15 years of Galaxy S: we look back at what's made Galaxy the benchmark for Android camera phones
By Ben Andrews published
Recent Galaxy S-series phones may be short on innovation, but we shouldn't forget just how far Samsung's flagship phones have come since the original Galaxy S in 2010
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