
Peter Travers
The former editor of PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, Peter has 18 years of experience as both a journalist and professional photographer. He is a hands-on photographer with a passion and expertise for sharing his practical shooting skills. Equally adept at turning his hand to portraits, landscapes, sports and wildlife, he has a fantastic knowledge of camera technique and principles.
He is the author of several published photography books including Portrait Photographer's Style Guide, and The Complete Guide to Organising and Styling Professional Photo Shoots with fellow portrait pro Brett Harkness.
Peter remains a devout Canon user and can often be found reeling off shots with his Canon EOS DSLR and EOS R mirrorless gear. He runs Peter Travers Photography, and contributes to Digital Camera magazine.
Latest articles by Peter Travers

Super telephoto photography tips for Canon’s mighty RF 800mm f/11 lens
By Peter Travers published
VIDEO Canon’s RF 800mm F11 mega-telephoto lens is a unique proposition, but it’s not without its limitations…

I predict Canon’s R100 will be the biggest EOS camera for 20 years
By Peter Travers published
opinion The new Canon EOS R100 could become a landmark camera like the first Digital Rebel DSLR was in 2003

How to use a 500mm lens to photograph wary wildlife
By Peter Travers published
TUTORIAL 6 tips for using a pro super-telephoto 500mm prime lens to take better photos of small wildlife subjects

Canon's fastest camera ever! The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is here
By Peter Travers last updated
NEWS The R6 Mark II shoots at 40fps, has a new 24.2MP sensor, new AF tracking modes, and oversampled 6K video

Why didn't Canon launch the RF-S lens mount and an affordable mirrorless camera years ago?
By Peter Travers published
OPINION My thoughts on trying out the first budget, compact RF-S lenses developed for the small Canon EOS R7 and R10 APS-C mirrorless cameras

Canon RF-S lenses vs Canon EF-S lenses – and what we might see next
By Peter Travers published
OPINION What’s the fuss about full-frame vs APS-C sensors? There are currently only two RF-S lenses for Canon's APS-C sensor cameras, but more could be on the way

Use a polarizing filter to boost blue skies and reduce reflections
By Peter Travers published
TUTORIAL A polarizer is an essential accessory for landscape photography as it enables you to boost blue skies and reduce reflections, as Peter Travers shows you in this video

Canon new family of lenses is born: RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM and RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM zooms
By Peter Travers published
NEWS Canon's new budget RF-S 18-45mm and RF-S 18-150mm kit lenses for the new EOS R7 and R10 APS-C mirrorless cameras

Shoot a striking silhouette photo with minimal camera kit
By Peter Travers published
VIDEO Silhouettes are a simple yet stunning photographic technique – and you don't need reams of kit!

Canon releases $299 ultra-wide prime lens for the EOS R camera line
By Peter Travers published
NEWS Canon's new ultra-wide, ultra-light, ultra-cheap prime lens, the Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM, goes on sale for just $299

Canon launches budget 100-400mm telephoto lens for just $649
By Peter Travers published
NEWS Canon launches an affordable $649 mirrorless telephoto zoom lens: the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM

10 quick questions with Canon portrait photographer Kathryn Chapman
By Peter Travers published
TPS 2021 Kathryn Chapman about the healing power of selfies, ahead of her talk at The Photography Show 2021

10 quick questions with pro commercial photographer Tom Martin
By Peter Travers published
TPS 2021 Before his talk at The Photography Show 2021, we catch up with Canon commercial photographer Tom Martin

Canon School: How to shoot time-lapse video with a Canon camera
By Peter Travers, PhotoPlus published
TUTORIAL Part 10: We explain all you need to know to shoot time-lapse videos with your Canon camera

Canon School: How to correct exposure with a Canon camera
By Peter Travers, PhotoPlus published
TUTORIAL Part 9: We explain all you need to know to capture more consistent exposures with your Canon camera

Canon School: Master macro photography with your Canon camera
By Peter Travers, PhotoPlus published
TUTORIAL Part 8: Learn the basics of macro photography with your Canon EOS camera and Canon macro lenses

Canon School: Make the most of Canon’s Image Stabilization system
By Peter Travers, PhotoPlus published
TUTORIAL Part 7: Get to grips with Canon’s Image Stabilization options in-camera and on lenses for sharper images and videos

Canon School: video formats on Canon cameras explained
By Peter Travers, PhotoPlus published
TUTORIAL Part 6: Learn how to shoot in Full-HD, 4K and even 8K making the most of your Canon EOS camera's video modes

Canon School: how to use Canon's Auto Lighting Optimizer camera setting
By Peter Travers, PhotoPlus published
TUTORIAL Part 5: Find out how Canon's subtle in-camera Auto Lighting Optimizer setting can open up the shadows in your shots

Canon School: Control color with your Canon camera
By Peter Travers, PhotoPlus published
TUTORIAL Part 4: Find out all the key camera settings on your Canon EOS camera to really take control of color in your photos

Canon School: Set up your Canon EOS camera for silent shooting
By Peter Travers, PhotoPlus published
TUTORIAL Part 3: How to use your Canon EOS camera to take pictures very quietly – ideal for wildlife and street photography

Canon School: get better battery life from Canon EOS cameras
By Peter Travers, PhotoPlus published
TUTORIAL Part 2: Discover clever settings to improve your Canon EOS camera's battery life so you can stay out shooting for longer

Canon School: Make the most of autofocus on your Canon EOS camera
By Peter Travers, PhotoPlus published
TUTORIAL Part 1: Learn essential Canon EOS camera settings and techniques to take sharper pictures
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