
Gavin Stoker
Gavin has over 30 years’ experience of writing about photography and television. He is currently the editor of British Photographic Industry News, and previously served as editor of Which Digital Camera and deputy editor of Total Digital Photography.
He has also written for a wide range of publications including T3, BBC Focus, Empire, NME, Radio Times, MacWorld, Computer Active, What Digital Camera and the Rough Guide books.
With his wealth of knowledge, Gavin is well placed to recognize great camera deals and recommend the best products in Digital Camera World’s buying guides. He also writes on a number of specialist subjects including binoculars and monoculars, spotting scopes, microscopes, trail cameras, action cameras, body cameras, filters and cameras straps.
Latest articles by Gavin Stoker

The best lightboxes for photographers and artists
By Mike Harris last updated
Updated View slides and negatives, trace drawings and more, with the best lightbox for photography and art

Fujifilm Fujinon Techno-Stabi TS-L 1640 binoculars review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review Do these compact, portable, and practical image-stabilized binoculars, twinning a generous 16x magnification with a sizeable 40mm lens, find Fujifilm scaling a new peak?

Fujifilm Fujinon Techno-Stabi TS-L 2040 binoculars review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review Does a bigger magnification than the simultaneously released TS-L 1640 make the 20x TS-L 2040 the new top dog among image-stabilized binoculars, or are they all bark and no bite?

The best Nikon binoculars in 2025
By Gavin Stoker last updated
buying guide Decided Nikon is the binocular manufacturer for you, but befuddled by its dizzying amount of options? Let our buyer’s guide to the best Nikon binos be the balm you need

The best binoculars with cameras in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide Take photos or videos of faraway objects with the best binoculars with cameras

The best close-up filters in 2025: macro photography on a budget
By Gavin Stoker last updated
Updated The best close-up filters are a cheap and simple alternative to macro lenses. Here are the best examples at the best prices

The best astrophotography filters in 2025: the best light pollution filters and more
By Gavin Stoker last updated
Updated Looking to capture the sky at night? These are the best filters to reduce light pollution and enhance the stars

Best binocular harness in 2025: keep your binoculars strapped to your chest
By Gavin Stoker last updated
buying guide Choosing the best binocular harness or straps will keep your binoculars secure, and ready to use, when out in the field

The best binoculars In 2025: for astronomy, wildlife, sports fans, and more
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide Choosing the best binoculars is easy when you know what the specs mean and what to look for

The best thermal imaging binoculars in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
buying guide The best thermal imaging binoculars let you spot wildlife and people in darkness or camouflaged using their heat signature

Leica Televid HD 82 scope with 20-60x zoom eyepiece review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review Is Leica’s Televid HD 82 spotting scope worth looking into as an alternative to its even pricier APO-Televid range?

The best slide viewers in 2025: the easy way to rediscover your old slides
By Gavin Stoker last updated
Buying guide Whether you wish to view old pictures or are shooting on film afresh today, these are the best slide viewers

Leica APO-Televid 65 spotting scope with 25-50x WW ASPH eyepiece review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review For nature watchers and low-light observers, does the premium-priced, premium build Leica APO-Televid 65 deliver the goods?

HikMicro Habrok 4K HE25L binocular review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review Could this HikMicro Habrok 4K resolution ‘multi-spectrum’ binocular be ideal if you want to keep eyes on your subject, day or night, while capturing images of it too?

Epson ELPDC21 Document Camera review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review Resembling an angle poise lamp that’s had a Star Wars makeover, is the Epson ELPDC21 Document Camera a ‘force’ to be reckoned with for showcasing precious parchments?

Peli / Pelican 1510 Protector Case review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review The Peli or ‘Pelican’ 1510 Protector carry-on rolling hard case comes with a choice of interiors and exterior shades, including a Barbie-like shocking pink

Pelican / Peli 1535 Air review
By Gavin Stoker last updated
review The Pelican 1535 Air is a rugged hard case that’s customizable to your specific kit needs but is now lighter

Lowepro Pro Trekker RLX 450 AW II review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review Can this heavy-duty backpack and rolling camera bag combined deliver the ultimate in flexible transportation for photographers and videographers on the go?

Manfrotto Manhattan Runner 50 camera roller bag review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review Want a roller case for stashing photo gear that doesn’t obviously resemble a camera bag? A flexible solution might be found in the Manfrotto Manhattan Runner 50

Manfrotto Pro Light Reloader Tough H-55 review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review Does the Manfrotto Pro Light Reloader Tough H-55’s high lid advantage outweigh its hefty 4.6 kg weight?

Kenko VC Smart Cellarto 10x30 WP binocular review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review Japanese-made image stabilized and waterproofed binocular marrying a decent 10x magnification to a large and bright 30mm objective lens while remaining portable

Vanguard Supreme 40F review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review Hand luggage-sized hard case with moldable foam inserts that are less than half the dimensions and weight of its maker’s 53D alternative

Vanguard Supreme 53D review
By Gavin Stoker published
Review The suitcase-sized Vanguard Supreme 53D rolling hard case claims to be almost indestructible while housing up to 14 pro-sized cameras and lenses. So, is this leviathan of storage really the big deal it claims?
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