
Kim Bunermann
Kim is the Staff Writer on Digital Camera World, and formerly Technique Editor at Digital Photographer, focusing on the art and science of photography. With a Master’s degree in Photography and Media, she is driven to educate through an analytical approach, visually and technically. With her guides and tutorials, Kim seeks to uncover new facets of this time-honoured medium and foster a deeper understanding of its profound role in culture. Kim highlights topics that resonate with modern society, including women in photography and critical issues such as environmental conservation. She also discusses and reviews camera gear, giving you an overview to find the best fit for your photography journey.
Latest articles by Kim Bunermann

"Best of the best": Canon EOS R1 takes home highest honor at International Red Dot Design Awards
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS Canon's flagship mirrorless camera blends design and quality tech, an award-winning build for pros

Where's the Sony A7 V? Here's the Sony Xperia 1 VII instead, and it's pricier than some Alpha cameras (including full-frame ones!)
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS Alpha-like features and Zeiss optics: Here's the Sony Xperia 1 VII, along with its specs (and a price comparison to Sony's mirrorless cameras)

"Full-frame Canon RF mount lenses with AF are coming in the next year, and possibly sooner"
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS Will there be (finally) third-party autofocus lenses for Canon's full-frame RF cameras? Here's what we know

A Sony's first? We might get a full-frame camera with built-in tilting EVF
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS Looks like two new Sony cameras are on the way, and one potentially has a tilting electronic viewfinder

This image was shot with "probably the best 70-200mm zoom in the world"
By Kim Bunermann published
WHY SHOTS WORK This photographer beat sub-zero temperatures and perspective challenges while capturing Finland's landscapes with a superior telephoto zoom

Sorry, Leica – iconic 'Napalm Girl' photo may have been taken on a Pentax camera
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS While the photographer's identity was confirmed, now AP questions the camera that was used – but does it even matter?

From Attenborough to UNESCO: Mandy Barker's plastic seascape photos captivate changemakers around the globe
By PhotoPlus published
INTERVIEW Barker photographs debris from oceans all over the world and uses her images to spread awareness of plastic pollution

Elliott Erwitt taught us well; now I hold one of his last photo books. Here is 'Last Laughs' and why it is so important
By Kim Bunermann published
OPINION Discover Elliott Erwitt's new book, published by teNeues, featuring his most humorous images, guaranteed to make you smile

This camera can change the world (seriously) with ultra-high-resolution imaging, biomarker mapping and AI
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS The NX PET Camera improves what we can see in real-time, built to revolutionize the study of Parkinson's disease

"My artwork is almost 80% manipulation, like this visual, created with a Sony A6400 and iPhone"
By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published
WHY SHOTS WORK Digital artist Buktan Hummen blends people and places with a strong narrative using a Sony A6400 and an iPhone

Celebrating VE Day: Rare photographs of wartime filmmaking revealed by Historic England
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS From the role of Pinewood Studios in military filmmaking to the pioneering women of the WAAF, discover hidden pieces and perspectives of history

Canon's new 75-300mm lens: Looks like it isn't just the US that's missing out, at least for now
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS The new cheap and cheerful Canon zoom lens was added to the list of supply shortages. Here's what we know

I used my camera to recreate the action and drama of the D-Day battlefront – but in miniature
By Wendy Evans published
Toy photography Pay tribute to the bravery of those who served while exploring miniature photography

Does your camera have a small sensor? Here's how to get the best quality with compacts or smartphones – even in low light
By Kim Bunermann, Peter Fenech published
HOW TO Try this technique to capture high-quality images even without a DSLR or mirrorless camera

Can we expect a new Canon compact camera – maybe a 'GR III' Canon version?
By Kim Bunermann published
news Canon's lens designs for 1.4-inch sensors – including a 9.5mm f/2.8 and 11.7mm f/2.8 – make us wonder about future compacts

Will the Canon EOS R6 Mark III deliver pro results with a 24MP stacked sensor?
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS Here's a look at the rumored spec sheet of the Canon EOS R6 Mark III, and its competitive edge against the Nikon Z6 III and Sony A9 III

Not all photos need to be "nice to look at" – this DSLR shot preserves rituals for future generations
By Kim Bunermann published
WHY SHOTS WORK This photograph has the potential to divide minds. Here's the story behind the sacred offering at the Deodhani Festival

What are the different IS modes on your camera lens, and when should you use them?
By Kim Bunermann published
5-MINUTE PHOTO TIPS Learn when to apply an IS mode to enhance quality, and when to turn it off to save sharp pixels

This compact camera shot was inspired by Orson Welles – and proves that Benjamin Franklin was wrong
By Kim Bunermann published
WHY SHOTS WORK Here’s why this photograph, with its sensation of psychological disconnection, works – and the compact Leica gear behind it

This pro photographer prefers a 35mm prime for portraits – and this is why
By Kim Bunermann published
Opinion Let's discuss the benefits of working with a fixed lens and a 35mm focal length in photography

Golden nature, frozen artistry and the rhythm of tradition: Picture Award announces winners
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS This incredible golden heron leads the winning images of Picture Award's 17th edition, centered around animals, people and panoramas

That shiny new lens might catch your eye, but this award-winning camera backpack protects your gear (and back)
By Kim Bunermann published
NEWS Bags should do more than just hold your camera… this backpack has won an award for also considering comfort and protection

I love tilt-shift photography, but instead of spending a fortune on lenses I do this
By Kim Bunermann published
HOW TO Tilt-shift lenses can be pricey; here's a technique to recreate the effect on a budget
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