Latest articles by Rod Lawton
The best full frame DSLR in 2025: top cameras for enthusiasts and pros
Buying guide The best full frame DSLRs don't have to cost a fortune. Here are the top choices for amateurs, enthusiasts and pros
8K DCI or 8K UHD? Which video setting should you use for your filmmaking?
Jargon explained 8K is 8K, right? Not quite, because there is more than one standard for the horizontal resolution and aspect ratio.
Frustrated by your iPhone's Camera app? Try this free photo app and get much more control over your shots
iPhone tips You don’t even have to buy an Adobe Lightroom subscription if you don’t mind basic options. Here’s how it works
The best APS-C compact cameras: top image quality in your pocket
BUYING GUIDE Big image quality in a small package: here are the best compact cameras packing APS-C image sensors
8K vs 4K: Why more resolution isn't always better
Jargon explained You can’t get far in photography these days without hearing about 4K and 8K – but what exactly ARE they?
4K vs 1080p: What’s the difference, and should I even bother shooting full HD video in 2025?
Feature You might think that 4K video would have replaced full HD/1080 video, but today’s cameras still offer both.
10-bit vs 8-bit video? What are they, and is there a real difference?
Jargon explained 8-bit video capture is the basic option, so what’s different about 10-bit video and why would you need it?
The best Fujifilm cameras: from retro X-mount mirrorless to affordable medium format
BUYING GUIDE The best Fujifilm cameras appeal to traditionalists, enthusiasts, and professionals alike, blending retro style with the latest tech
What is 32-bit float audio – and do you need it on your video camera or sound recording set-up?
Jargon explained It’s become a major selling point for microphones and audio recorders, but what is it and do you need it?
What is RAW video? And do I really need it on my camera?
Feature RAW video is like raw files for photographers – the actual image data captured by the sensor. But do you need it and can you handle it?
The best messenger bags for photographers in 2025: carry your camera gear in style
Buying Guide Over-the-shoulder bags are practical and stylish solutions for packing your photo kit and a laptop, whether you're traveling, shooting or commuting
What is Rec.709 vs Rec.2020 in video?
Jargon explained These are two different color spaces used in video production, so which is the one you should be using?
4:2:2 vs 4:2:0 video: What are they and why do they matter on your camera?
Jargon explained You’ll see this choice a lot on hybrid cameras. 4:2:0 is ‘basic’ video, 4:2:2 is better quality. But what does it actually mean?
What is a stacked sensor – and do you actually need one in your camera?
Jargon explained Not so long ago, a back-illuminated sensor was the thing to have. Now it’s a ‘stacked sensor’ – so what is this, exactly?
What is a LUT? Here's why lookup tables matter for video AND photo editing
Jargon explained Suddenly LUTs are everywhere. They’ve been in video editors for years but now they’re in cameras like the Lumix S9 and even in photo editors
Best lenses for the Leica SL3 in 2025
Buying guide Leica’s 60MP flagship produces superb images that deserve the best glass – so what are the best lenses for the Leica SL3?
Fed up of converging verticals in your iPhone's wide-angle shots? Follow these tips…
iPhone tip Everyone knows how skewed horizons happen, but why do photos of tall buildings get distorted?
DxO PureRAW 5 review: your raw files never looked so good!
Review DxO PureRAW 5 brings more control, a slicker workflow and beta DeepPRIME XD3 support for X-Trans Fujifilm owners
This gadget lets you rig up your iPhone with lights and mics without a cage
iPhone tip It’s called the Shoulderpod G2, it’s made in Barcelona, and I bet you’ve never seen anything like it (well I haven’t, anyway)
The best Leica cameras in 2025: from classic rangefinders to modern mirrorless
Buying guide Leica cameras don’t come cheap - but they earn their price tag, offering an experience and image quality that few rivals can match.
You can't disable the iPhone's HDR mode any more, but you CAN do this…
iPhone tip Apple’s HDR usually does a good job in extreme lighting, but sometimes the results can just look a little flat
If you make a vlogging camera, the least you can do is give it a bigger screen
Opinion When you're filming with a camera that has no EVF and only a rear screen, then it had better be a good one
In-camera black and white film simulations are just plain boring
Opinion Black-and-white photography needs more than safe-but-sterile ‘monochromatic’ modes
