
James Artaius
The editor of Digital Camera World, James has 22 years experience as a journalist and started working in the photographic industry in 2014, primarily for Olympus (now OM System) product testing, shooting ad campaigns, and training new and professional photographers. His professional clients include names like Canon, Elinchrom, Aston Martin Racing and L'Oréal, and he also shoots for a number of ethical and women-owned small businesses.
He has written for publications including Digital Camera Magazine, PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine, Digital Photographer and Professional Imagemaker. He has been invited to give talks around the world at events like The Photography & Video Show, and serves as a judge for both the Red Bull Illume Photo Contest and the Urban Photo Awards.
An Olympus / OM System, Canon and Hasselblad shooter, James has a wealth of knowledge on cameras of all makes – and a fondness for vintage lenses and instant cameras. He is, however, glad to have escaped the 35mm film days. "Film is fun for nostalgia purposes, but I'd never go back to that analog workflow!"
Latest articles by James Artaius

"I don’t believe I can make Sigma a bigger company than Sony or Canon, but I think I can make it a nicer brand”
By James Artaius published
“The Leica of Japan”: Sigma's CEO discusses transforming the perception of the company

Don't make this rookie mistake! This is my number one tip for street photography
By James Artaius published
STREET PHOTOGRAPHY If you're shooting street photography – especially if you're travelling or on vacation – avoid this basic mistake!

"I never made a cent from these photos. They cost me money but kept me alive" – Dennis Hopper in his own words
By James Artaius published
DENNIS HOPPER Dennis Hopper would have been 90 this week – and the Hollywood antihero was perhaps as gifted a photographer as he was an actor

Canon: "We are the only ones supporting beginner photographers" with the Canon EOS R100
By James Artaius published
OPINION The Canon EOS R100 is the only mirrorless camera that's truly beginner-friendly and affordable

Camera rumors in 2026: what cameras are coming, officially and otherwise!
By James Artaius last updated
CAMERA RUMORS The camera rumors are flying thick and fast! Here are the most credible rumblings and reports about what's coming next

The Canon EOS R6 V "might be the perfect camera". But is it perfect for you?
By James Artaius published
OPINION Everyone is going crazy over the Canon EOS R6 V. Is it all just hype, or are the creators and YouTubers right?

Is this a joke? The most iconic Batman comic of all time gets a US$17,500 prestige edition that looks like a camera
By James Artaius published
Classic Batman graphic novel 'The Killing Joke' is getting a photographer-baiting "Avant Garde Edition"

Why am I more excited about this random Canon accessory than the camera and lens it just announced?
By James Artaius published
NEWS The Canon EOS R6 V is cool and all, but I'm WAY more excited by this Canon announcement that flew under the radar

The best hybrid instant cameras: Digital instant cameras with printers for sharing your photos!
By James Artaius last updated
BUYING GUIDE Looking for a hybrid instant camera that can take pictures on the spot and also print photos from your phone? Look no further!

Bring Canon AE-1 back from the DEAD! • Waterproof compact king • Why buy a Mk II lens?
By Mike Harris published
PODCAST The Bokeh Face boys come up with 6 cameras they want to see back from the dead. Plus, Mike waxes lyrical about the Nikon Z 70‑200mm f/2.8 VR S II, and Chris showcases the king of waterproof compacts, the OM System Tough TG-7

The world's most high-octane photo contest is back! Prep your camera for battle
By James Artaius published
NEWS The Illume – "the world’s most recognized adventure and action sports photography awards" – is open for entries

Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ review: THE must-have lens for APS-C content creators
By James Artaius last updated
REVIEW The Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ is a cheap, compact and capable content creation lens

Canon EOS R6 V review: Whoa – Canon just "went Apple" with its R6 series of cameras
By James Artaius published
Not yet ratedREVIEW The Canon EOS R6 V is the fourth R6 model, the fourth V-series camera and the second RV body. So… is it any good?

Canon RF 20-50mm f/4L IS USM PZ review: Canon redefines the standard zoom for video shooters
By James Artaius published
Not yet ratedREVIEW A dream video lens? The Canon RF 20-50mm f/4L IS USM PZ boasts built-in power zoom, weather sealing and 6 stops of IS

Best camera for macro photography in 2026: This gear gets great close-up shots!
By Jon Stapley last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best camera for macro photography will help you to shoot small worlds, from tiny insects to detailed plants and so much more

These 19 cameras have built-in storage, enabling you to beat the memory card crisis
By James Artaius published
CLEVER CAMERAS Nobody has any memory cards right now – but these clever cameras don't need them, as they have built-in memory!

Best lights for Zoom calls in 2026: look smart on camera with desktop lighting
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying guide Look more presentable when videoconferencing, with the best lights for Zoom calls available today

Best Canon portrait lenses in 2026: fast, people-perfect primes for your EOS mirrorless camera or DSLR
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated The best Canon portrait lenses enable you to take pixel-perfect people pictures with your EOS camera

Best ring light in 2026: beautiful lighting for vlogging, video calls, YouTubers, and selfies
By James Artaius last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best ring light enables vloggers, content creators, and influencers to create will-lit photos and videos

The best teleprompter in 2026: present content like a pro
By James Artaius last updated
buying guide Make eye contact using the best teleprompters when shooting with your camera, phone or tablet
BREAKING: A new Canon camera is coming next week!
By James Artaius published
NEWS Canon is teasing a new camera for next week – here's everything you need to know

Best lenses for the OM System OM-1 and OM-1 Mark II: Great glass to give you pro power!
By Rod Lawton last updated
Buying guide These are the best lenses for the OM System OM-1 and OM-1 Mark II – great for nature, wildlife and so much more

If this rumor is true, "the perfect camera" just got even MORE perfect
By James Artaius published
NEWS A Leica-fied version of my favorite camera? TAKE MY MONEY
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