Kim Bunermann

Kim Bunermann

News Editor

Kim is a photographer, editor and writer with work published internationally. She holds a Master's degree in Photography and Media and was formerly Technique Editor at Digital Photographer, focusing on the art and science of photography. Kim covers everything from breaking industry news and camera gear to the stories shaping photography today. Blending technical expertise with visual insight, she explores photography's time-honored yet ever-evolving role in culture. 

Latest articles by Kim Bunermann

View of a starry Milky Way galaxy with colorful nebulae seen through a rocky cave opening overlooking the sea at twilight
4 hours of searching led to this spectacular Milky Way cave photo – "I'm always drawn to locations that feel unique and relatively undiscovered"

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS After nearly giving up, the photographer found the hidden cave behind one of this year's most striking Milky Way photographs

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Aerial view of a bird sitting in the middle of a reflective pond surrounded by red foliage. The sky and clouds are mirrored in the water
The aerial image of the year looks almost unreal – "I prioritize capturing the 'money shot' in-camera," says award-winning photographer

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS Captured by drone above in China's Elk Park, the striking image won one of aerial photography's highest honors – while its creator champions getting the shot right in-camera

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Erupting volcano at night with glowing lava flowing down its sides under a starry sky
This volcanic eruption image looks like it was shot on a pro camera – but it wasn't, and it just won the top prize at the iPhone Photography Awards

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS A three-year-old iPhone was used to capture one of photography's toughest scenes, where glowing lava meets a star-filled sky over Guatemala

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Panasonic Lumix L10 compact camera
Just 12 days after launch, this compact camera storms to #1 in Japan – with a "fantastic Leica zoom and excellent in-camera LUTs"

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS Panasonic's newest premium compact camera becomes Japan's best-selling model, marking the company's second chart-topping launch in little time

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A red fox is poised to catch a crab mid-air on a seaweed-covered shoreline. The background is a blur of brown and green hues
Shot at 2 AM in broad daylight, this DSLR wildlife image wins its 5th photo award – "I spent several nights in the midnight sun with a small family of foxes here in Finnmark," says photographer

By Kim Bunermann Last updated

UPDATED A fox hunting a little crab in Norway wins another major photography award – captured with a professional DSLR and popular 70-200mm telephoto lens

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Canon PowerShot SX740 HS compact camera held in a hand
This compact camera has stayed popular for 8 years – and its updated version tops Japan's sales charts despite changing very little

By Kim Bunermann Last updated

UPDATED Released in 2018, Canon's pocket-sized superzoom has remained a favorite – right now, its updated version is Japan's best-selling compact camera

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Aerial view of a small red boat with people rowing surrounded by a large flock of white birds flying over dark water
After winning 800+ international awards, this drone photographer claims another major photography prize – "I am committed to ethical practices that preserve the integrity of the photograph," he says

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS Shot with DJI drones, the newly crowned International Aerial Photographer of the Year 2026 shares a message about protecting trust in photography

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The Ricoh GR IV photographed from the top front on a white background
A 228g cult compact camera tops major Japanese used camera market – while 750g DSLRs still hold strong

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS Mirrorless cameras delivered a lighter future for photography, but new data shows a more fragmented picture, led by an iconic compact camera

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Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS being used by a photographer outdoors
Just released and already the No.1 camera lens in Japan – a telephoto lens unlike anything before

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS A first-of-its-kind constant-aperture 400mm zoom lands in a market dominated by professional and premium lenses

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Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | C Canon RF lens against a grey, gradient background
Canon's budget telephoto lens tops Japan's sales charts – but this third-party standard zoom is the bigger success story

By Kim Bunermann Last updated

UPDATED Affordable zoom lenses are dominating Japan's camera market, with two standout optics proving you don't need to spend big – or carry heavy – to get great results

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Close-up of water droplets on a colorful, iridescent surface, refracting light into vibrant rainbow patterns
"I cannot replicate this one. Ever" – This macro photo was shot with a DSLR from 2009

By Digital Photographer Published

FEATURE The best close-up images and macro shots don't need complexity – here's why

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Close-up of delicate white and bluebell flowers with green stems against a blurred natural background
This camera gear was never intended for panoramas – yet you can still shoot a macro panorama with it, and here's how

By Peter Fenech Published

HOW TO I'm a professional photographer and here's how to create wide-angle macro images with a simple stitching technique

HOW TO
OM System TG-7 Tough accessories
These compact cameras can handle what trendy point-and-shoots can't – here's why

By Kim Bunermann Published

ADVICE While retro compact cameras are trending, these rugged models are built to survive adventures

ADVICE
Bioluminescent deep-sea octopus with glowing tentacles and transparent head swimming against a dark background
14-year-old underwater photographer scoops top prize in prestigious professional competition – illuminating a world rarely seen with slow shutter speeds

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS Rising talent from Thailand secured a major award, showcasing technical skills in a genre that's well known for its challenges

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A close-up of a blue moray eel with its mouth open, positioned in front of a large circular gradient resembling a sunset. The background is dark
"The most compelling photography does not simply record, it constructs" – award-winning images revealed from world-renowned professional photo competition

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS The winning images from the prestigious Hasselblad Masters 2025 showcase the very best in contemporary photography, spanning wildlife, architecture, portraiture and more

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Close-up of a person holding a silver Fujifilm X-E5 camera with a black lens, partially tucked into their gray pants pocket
Another compact, viewfinder-free camera is Japan's #1 – outperforming traditional photography gear at a lower price

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS This mirrorless camera aimed at content creators topped a major Japanese sales chart, reflecting strong demand for affordable video-first models priced at US$899

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Panasonic Lumix ZS300 / TZ300 product shot
Just released, and already the #1 compact camera in Japan – a travel-zoom featuring Leica optics

By Kim Bunermann Last updated

NEWS The new point-and-shoot camera features a 24-360mm / 15x zoom lens, while half of the top 10 compact cameras are on backorder

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A desert landscape where there is a thunderstorm, thick clouds and lightning can be seen
When most photographers go indoors, the real magic begins outside – Pro tips for shooting storms, fog and night skies

By Kim Bunermann Published

How To Nature's most dramatic moments offer incredible visual stories – Here's how to shoot dramatic thunderstorms, misty landscapes and celestial wonders like a pro

How To
Man holding a Fujifilm X100 VI compact camera in one hand
This retro compact camera is Japan's new No.1 – dethroning Sony's full-frame mirrorless after 5 months at the top of the charts

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS Over two years after its launch, this Fujifilm is the most popular camera in Japan right now – again

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Owl in mid-flight over a golden field with soft-focus autumnal trees in the background during sunset
15-year-old photographer wins major wildlife award for Long-eared Owl image – shot with DSLR camera gear

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS Award-winning teen photographer uses 8-year-old top gear to capture a fleeting wildlife moment of an owl flying through the frame in warm lighting

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Stone chapel with a cross on top at sunset, surrounded by golden grass under a vibrant pink and purple sky
Your next award-winning image could be sitting on your hard drive – these are the 10 photo contests to enter this June

By Kim Bunermann Last updated

UPDATED From landscapes to architecture, portraits, and beyond – these international photography contests want to see your images, open to photographers of all levels

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A brown hawk standing on dry grass with a large fire burning in the background
A Savanna Hawk waits beside a wildfire to hunt fleeing animals in this award-winning photo – shot on an 83x superzoom camera

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS A major wildlife photography award has been won with a bridge camera, in a genre usually dominated by long telephoto lenses

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Hasselblad XCD 35-100E lens on a wooden surface in a moodily lit environment
This US$4,599 fast zoom lens is Japan's new No.1 best-seller

By Kim Bunermann Last updated

UPDATED The world's fastest medium format zoom is Japan's new best-seller – outperforming some of photography's biggest flagship telephoto lenses

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Canon EOS R5 Mark II in person's hands against a green backdrop
"Still the best damn camera you can buy" got a major firmware update – but it came with a catch. Now Canon has a fix

By Kim Bunermann Published

FIRMWARE Firmware Ver. 1.3.0 brought upgrades – but also a downgrade. Now, users of the Canon EOS R5 Mark II get a fix on Touch & Drag Autofocus

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Hasselblad X2D II 100C against a black background
Surprise No.1 shift as "finest stills camera ever made" overtakes Sony A7 V in Japan's best-selling sales chart

By Kim Bunermann Published

NEWS After 84 years of Hasselblad, its 100MP flagship is setting new standards – now reclaiming the top position after previously missing the rankings

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