
Matthew Richards
Matthew Richards is a photographer and journalist who has spent years using and reviewing all manner of photo gear. He is Digital Camera World's principal lens reviewer – and has tested more primes and zooms than most people have had hot dinners!
His expertise with equipment doesn’t end there, though. He is also an encyclopedia when it comes to all manner of cameras, camera holsters and bags, flashguns, tripods and heads, printers, papers and inks, and just about anything imaging-related.
In an earlier life he was a broadcast engineer at the BBC, as well as a former editor of PC Guide.
Latest articles by Matthew Richards

The best lenses for the Nikon D800 in 2025: the top lenses for Nikon's much-loved DSLR
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated These best lenses for the Nikon D800 help you to get the most from an older DSLR camera that's still popular today

The best lenses for the Nikon Z fc in 2025: my top picks for Nikon's mini modern classic
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated These are my favorite lenses for the Z fc, Nikon's compact retro-style mirrorless camera, and a cult classic in the making

The best lenses for the Nikon Z50 & Z50 II in 2025: explore your camera's full potential
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated What are the best lenses for the Nikon Z50, Nikon’s first and still perhaps its most practical APS-C mirrorless camera?

The best lenses for the Nikon Z30 in 2025: sensibly small lenses for a very compact camera
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated It's Nikon's cheapest mirrorless camera and a great way to get into vlogging, but what are the best lenses for the Nikon Z30?

The best lenses for the Nikon D3500 in 2025: a perfect fit for this entry-level camera
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated These are the best lenses for your Nikon D3500, combining usefulness and value when you're ready to start expanding your system

LK Samyang AF 12mm f/2 RF-S review: an ultra-wide-angle prime that’s now available in Canon RF-S mount
By Matthew Richards published
Review The LK Samyang / Rokinon AF 12mm f/2 RF-S is a small lens that goes large on viewing angle, for APS-C format Canon, Fujifilm and Sony mirrorless cameras

The best Nikon lenses for DSLRs in 2025: brilliant lenses for Nikon F-mount
By Matthew Richards last updated
UPDATED We pick the best Nikon lenses for all kinds of photography on Nikon F-mount DSLRs, including budget-friendly options.

The best lenses for the Nikon D750 in 2025, from ultra-wide zooms to super-telephotos
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated I reckon these are the top lenses for the Nikon D750, one of Nikon's longest-running full-frame DSLRs

LK Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 P FE review: it’s Prima prime time for Sony shooters
By Matthew Richards published
Review The LK Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 P FE is the first in a new series of ‘Prima’ lenses, claiming to prioritize portability, practicality and convenience. Let’s see, shall we?

Viltrox Vintage Z1 Retro Flash review: an old-school flash to suit thoroughly modern cameras
By Matthew Richards published
Review The Viltrox Vintage Z1 Retro Flash certainly looks pretty antique, with its rotary dial and faux leather top, but it’s a good fit for the vast majority of modern cameras

The best lenses for the Nikon D5600 in 2025: the next lenses to get for your Nikon DSLR
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated The cream of the crop, these are the best lenses for the Nikon D5600 to take your photography to the next level

Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-2600 review: Large-format photo printing is literally on a roll
By Matthew Richards published
Review The Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-2600 outputs photo and art prints up to 24 inches wide, any length you like

Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 review: it's printer rock 'n' roll! This rock-steady 44-inch roll-fed model is No. 1 in my chart
By Matthew Richards published
Review The Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 creates spectacular photographic and art prints up to 44 inches wide and pretty much as long as you like

Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-310 review: it’s got a tough act to follow
By Matthew Richards published
Review The Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-310 is the new and improved version of the thoroughly excellent PRO-300 – how do you improve on that?

This is the ultimate camera for hairy bikers! Here’s what’s in my tank bag (and gym sock)
By Matthew Richards published
I love photography. I love biking. Combine the two and I’m guaranteed sheer bliss, so long as I’ve got the right kit…

How to update your Nikon camera's firmware
By Matthew Richards last updated
Tutorial New firmware updates for your camera can deliver everything from bug fixes to exciting new features

The best lenses for concert photography in 2025
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying guide The best lenses for concert photography will support you at low-light music gigs and when shooting from the soundboard

The best tripod for photographers in 2025: give your camera a rock-steady support
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying guide The best tripods offer high performance and sturdy build quality at a fair price, but which will win the three-legged race?

The best Fujifilm lenses: the best zoom & prime lenses for X Series cameras
By Gareth Bevan last updated
BUYING GUIDE We list the best Fujifilm lenses for all kinds of photography, whether you're into travel, close-ups, wildlife or portraits

The best Sony telephoto lenses: get proper telephoto reach for your Sony mirrorless camera
By Matthew Richards last updated
UPDATED Let me help you pick out the best Sony telephoto lenses that get you closer to the action, for both full-frame and APS-C mirrorless E-mount cameras

The best lenses for the Sony ZV-E1: I pick out some vloggers' delights for this smart little Sony camera
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated What are the best lenses for the Sony ZV-E1? Sony’s high-end vlogging tool needs lenses that match its size and capabilities

The best lenses for the Sony A7C and A7C II: it's a small camera with a big heart, and deserves lenses that follow suit
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated Join me as I choose the best lenses for the Sony A7C and A7C II, based on price, compact size, and ease-of-use

The best lenses for the Sony A7 IV: make the most of this camera’s inherent, wide-ranging capabilities
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated I’ve chosen the best lenses for the Sony A7 IV for wide-ranging scenarios

The best lenses for the Sony A7 III: join me as I search out the ideal options for price and performance with this trusty camera
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated The best lenses for the Sony A7 III need to suit a wide range of photographic genres, not least because this camera body is such a great all-rounder. Here are my best-buy recommendations.
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