
Hillary K. Grigonis
The US Editor of Digital Camera World, Hillary K. Grigonis has more than a decade of experience in journalism with a focus on photography and technology. Her work has appeared in Business Insider, Digital Trends, Pocket-lint, Rangefinder, The Phoblographer, and more.
A current Fujifilm and former Nikon shooter, her background in reviewing camera gear means she’s handled everything from cheap Instax to medium format mirrorless. Her camera bag includes a wide range of gear from a DJI drone to a newly added vintage film SLR.
On the weekends, she photographs portraits and weddings at Hillary K Photography. As a former photojournalist, her work favors a mix of documentary and posed styles. While she’s turned her passion for photography into a career, she still considers photowalks a break from work, while she also includes reading, hiking, kayaking, and camping among her most-loved hobbies.
Latest articles by Hillary K. Grigonis

Nikon doesn’t make an advanced compact camera anymore, but the Nikon Z30 almost feels like one
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
OPINION The Nikon Z30 is a mirrorless camera, but its small design makes it feel almost like a compact camera

Is Fujifilm hiking film prices? Rumor sparks budget concerns, but the cost is only changing in one region
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The cost of 135 film from Fujifilm is increasing, but only in Japan at this time

Leak hints DJI Mavic 4 Pro could boast 100MP, but as a drone photographer, this is what I suspect is coming
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
OPINION If the rumored DJI Mavic 4 Pro has a 100MP sensor, I suspect it will use a Quad Bayer design for more versatility

The fan-favorite Blackmagic Cinema 6K camera gets a major autofocus overhaul with a free firmware update
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS Continuous autofocus is finally coming to the Blackmagic Cinema 6K, along with object tracking and facial recognition

BREAKING: Blackmagic PYXIS 12K G2 packs a whopping 12K full-frame sensor into a modular camera
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS Blackmagic Design's PYXIS cine camera gets mega resolution boost

A camera powers one of the new Nintendo Switch 2’s biggest features (but I’d buy this one instead)
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS CameraPlay allows players to use a camera and their body to control gameplay, but I'm seriously tempted by this Piranha Plant Camera

GoPro can now create iconic Hollywood-level horizontal flares and cinematic ratios with this accessory
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The GoPro Anamorphic Lens Mod brings cinematic flare and ultra-wide ratios to to GoPro HERO13 Black

The first spacecraft to orbit the Earth's poles includes a cinematographer but no licensed pilot – and the first footage is mesmerizing
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The Fram2 crew includes the first professional cinematographer to ever go to space, Jannicke Mikkelsen

This legislation would penalize museums for “obscene” photography, but is it a dangerous idea for the art community?
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
OPINION After a museum in Texas removed controversial photos by Sally Mann, the state is now considering legislation that would fine museums for "obscene" art

I love saving cash on previously loved camera gear – but I wouldn’t buy the Fujifilm X100VI used. This is why
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
OPINION The Fujifilm X100VI used price is still higher than the camera's list price, but if you can't wait, this is what I recommend instead

The new 7Artisans AF 35mm f/1.4 is nearly a third of the price of a first-party Fujifilm lens – and it has autofocus
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The 7Artisans AF 35mm f/1.4 is a new budget prime lens for Fujifilm X-Mount cameras

The search for the right video clip in Premiere Pro is a headache, but now there’s an AI for that as Adobe launches sweeping video updates
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS Adobe Premiere Pro just gained a new AI-powered search tool, as well as 4K-capable generative AI

Peak Design is now making a wallet that fits 3 passports – and yet still fits in your pocket
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The Peak Design Passport Wallet launches in September – or earlier to its Kickstarter supporters

This portable, modular drive backs up photos without a laptop – and then backs up the backup
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The PocketCloud is a portable NAS device with SD card backups that uses a modular dock for secondary storage

100MP? Psh. This medium format camera has a whopping 245.7MP resolution
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS A new prototype camera has a 245.7MP sensor inside, the highest resolution backlit design yet

GoPro CEO refuses his own salary as company continues cutting costs. What's next for the action camera giant?
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS In ongoing cost-cutting measures, GoPro founder Nick Woodman won't take his salary for the remainder of the year

I hate photo editing, but this one accessory makes it bearable – and it’s not even related to photography
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
OPINION The editing accessory that makes all the difference? My computer mouse

A new retro compact camera is coming – but I’m already disappointed about this one feature
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
OPINION The Yashica City 300 looks to have a larger sensor and optical stabilization – but digital zoom

“I’d like to see TikTok remain alive.” President Trump expects a TikTok deal to save the app from going dark (again) on April 5
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS As the new April 5 deadline approaches, Trump has indicated that a deal could come in the next few days

Researchers just uncovered a lost camera trap set in the 1970s to capture the Loch Ness Monster – and the film survived
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS Autosub Boaty McBoatface has uncovered a little Kodak deployed 55 years ago in an attempt to photograph Nessie

Sorry, but this lens isn’t actually for a camera. Are interchangeable lens lights the next big thing in photography?
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
OPINION The new SmallRig Mini Spotlight uses a lens to shape light – and its one of the more affordable choices in a growing list of optical snoots

TTArtisan unveils its first autofocus lens for L-Mount – and it’s a cheap portrait prime
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The TTArtisan AF 75mm f/2.8 L is a portrait prime for under US$200 / £200

PolarPro LightLeak 28mm review: This cheap lens creates a unique retro photo style – and I’m OBSESSED!
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
REVIEW The PolarPro LightLeak 28mm adds vintage flare – literally – with intentional light leaks on mirrorless cameras
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