Latest articles by Matthew Richards
The best L-mount lenses: check out these best buys for your Panasonic, Sigma or Leica mirrorless camera
Buying guide Team players Leica, Panasonic and Sigma formed the L-mount Alliance back in 2018, giving rise to a fabulous line-up of lenses. Here’s my pick of the crop...
AgfaPhoto Realishot C130 review: a smart compact camera that takes the long view
Review The AgfaPhoto Realishot C130 seeks to impress with a flippy touchscreen, expansive shooting modes and 10x optical zoom with long telephoto reach
Vanguard VEO PH-38S 3-way pan head review: a new twist on 3-way tripod heads
Review The Vanguard VEO PH-38S 3-way pan head adds extra versatility and convenience with a secondary panning mechanism
Benro HD2A 3-way head review: slap dab in the middle of an impressive range
Review New and improved, the Benro HD2A 3-way head boasts significant improvements over its predecessor for compatibility and ease of use
The best lenses for the Sony A7R III and A7R IV: primes and zooms for ultimate resolution
Updated The best lenses for the Sony A7R III and A7R IV will resolve the finest of detail, making the most of these high-resolution full-frame cameras.
Best lenses for the Sony A7S III and A7S II
Buying guide The A7S III was launched back in 2020 and a lot has happened since – so what are the best lenses for the Sony A7S III today?
Best Sony video lenses for vlogging and filmmaking
Buying guide What are the best Sony video lenses for vloggers and filmmakers? Here are my top picks
Best lenses for the Sony A1 and A1 II: flagship cameras deserve top-class glass
Buying guide It’s the most powerful and versatile camera Sony has ever made, so what are the best lenses for the Sony A1 II?
Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports review: Sigma's supersize "dream lens" is now a reality
Review The Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports aims to be a modern-day classic super-telephoto zoom for Sony and L-Mount cameras
Manfrotto 804 3-way head review: tripping the plastic fantastic
Review The Manfrotto 804 3-way head is unusual in having a plastic build, but it still has a hefty payload rating
Manfrotto X-PRO 3-way head review: tilt, pan and swivel in fine style
Review The Manfrotto X-PRO 3-way head brings finesse and fine-tuning to camera positioning, with three independent locking levers and two adjustable friction dampers
Viltrox AF 15mm f/1.7 Air review: wide-angle prime time for Fujifilm, Nikon and Sony crop-sensor cameras
Review The Viltrox AF 15mm f/1.7 Air extends the range of fast, APS-C format Viltrox Air prime lenses into wide-angle territory
The best loupes for photographers in 2025: powerful magnification to reveal the smallest details
buying guide Typically more powerful than magnifying glasses, these specialist optical tools enable you to see incredibly fine levels of detail
The best lenses for the Nikon Zf in 2025: high-performance yet stylish glass
Updated I think that the best lenses for the Nikon Zf need to fit with its retro-styling but match its full-frame performance
Everything in moderation: why I’m a happy "Matthew in the Middle" photographer
opinion A single camera is enough for me, but I do need a decent set of lenses. Even so, they don’t have to cost a fortune and I’m happy with middle-of-the-road performance
The best lenses for the Nikon Z8 and Z9 in 2025: top-flight lenses for these top-of-the-range cameras
Updated It's a tough job, but I pick out the best lenses for the Nikon Z8 and Z9, Nikon's sensational high-res mirrorless flagships
The best disposable cameras in 2025
buying guide Cheap, easy to use, and perfect for parties, these are the best disposable cameras and single-use cameras you can buy today
LK Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE review: a portrait prime for Sony cameras that focuses on your budget as well as your subject
Review The LK Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE ‘Prima’ prime has a classic focal length for portraiture and still life photography, shoehorned into an easily manageable and affordable build
LK Samyang AF 16mm f/2.8 P FE review: this new ‘Prima’ prime packs an expansive perspective into a small build
Review The LK Samyang AF 16mm f/2.8 P FE ultra-wide-angle prime for Sony full-frame cameras is conveniently compact and lightweight
Best Leica M lenses in 2025: every current Leica M rangefinder lens
buying guide Looking for the best Leica M lens? These are all the Leica-made rangefinder lenses for Leica cameras
I've fallen in love with lots of cameras & lenses, but when did light stands become sexy?
opinion It’s easy to get excited about some of the hottest new cameras, lenses and photo gadgets, but studio light stands? Really?
The best ring flash for macro photography in 2025: use a ring light for better closeups
Updated Make sure your macro shots of insects and flowers are beautifully lit using a dedicated ringflash
Best Nikon flashguns in 2025: Nikon-fit Speedlights you can buy today
Buying Guide A flashgun can be used for everything from filling in shadows on a bright day to lighting subjects in the dark, and here are the best Nikon-compatible options
