Articles by: Tom May

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Tom May is a freelance writer and editor specializing in art, photography, design and travel. He has been editor of Professional Photography magazine, associate editor at Creative Bloq, and deputy editor at net magazine. He has also worked for a wide range of mainstream titles including The Sun, Radio Times, NME, T3, Heat, Company and Bella.

3 different photos being edited on mobile phone screens

Adobe MAX 2021: New features launched for Lightroom and Lightroom Classic

By Tom May published 26 October 21

Adobe's free virtual showcase kicks off today! Here are the latest features coming to Lightroom and Lightroom Classic

Artist using Wacom Cintiq Pro 16 to draw

Wacom launches 2021 version of its Cintiq Pro 16 drawing tablet

By Tom May last updated 26 October 21

Based on customer feedback, the Cintiq Pro 16 2021 is more ergonomic for improved workflow and comfort

Soldier crouched behind barrels in front of explosion

War photojournalists take virtual pictures inside Call of Duty videogame

By Tom May published 25 October 21

Sebastiano Tomada and Alex Potter give new meaning to the phrase 'first person shooter'

best laptop cooler pad: Woman using Targus Portable Lightweight Chill Mat Lap on sofa

The best laptop cooler pad in 2023

By Tom May published 19 October 21

Buying guide Using the best laptop cooler pad can stop your laptop overheating, helping it run faster and more efficiently

Time to stock up on Fujifilm film, as it discontinues two much-loved products

By Tom May published 19 October 21

If you still use Fujicolor Pro 160NS 120 or Fujichrome Velvia 50 LF sheet film, stock up now – they've been discontinued

Nikon annual report: $262 million losses, but new Z mount lenses promised

By Tom May published 17 October 21

NEWS Nikon's latest Annual Report promises new Z lenses, but no bold new vision – and $262 million is written off in losses

Your Amazon Ring camera could land you in trouble with the law, after shock ruling

By Tom May last updated 18 October 21

NEWS A judge has ruled that a man infringed his neighbor's privacy with an Amazon Ring doorbell camera

Samyang launches its first-ever zoom lens… by accident?

By Tom May last updated 15 October 21

NEWS Is this quiet launch of the Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 FE lens a clever marketing strategy, or just an error?

5 Sony cameras hit with shipment delays – but Sony has bold response up its sleeve

By Tom May published 14 October 21

NEWS 5 Sony cameras face shipping problems – but sources suggest that Sony wants to manufacture its own semiconductors

Smartphone printer, camera and assorted prints

Fujifilm launches new wide-format printer for instant prints

By Tom May last updated 1 November 21

New instax Link Wide joins existing instax Mini Link to offer a bigger format instant printer for smartphone photographers

Photo of Japanese gate being edited in Photoshop

You'll soon be able to edit RAW files in Photoshop for iPad

By Tom May last updated 17 December 21

News Photoshop's Adobe Camera Raw feature is coming to the tablet version soon: see it in action.

Sigma's Chairman Michihiro and CEO Kazuto Yamaki

Sigma is giving away $60K in scholarships to photographers and filmmakers

By Tom May published 9 October 21

NEWS To celebrate its 60th anniversary, Sigma is giving away $60,000 – and you could win one of eight $7,500 prizes

Photoshop Elements gets smarter with five new AI-driven tools

By Tom May published 9 October 21

NEWS Extend backgrounds, add animated overlays, warp photos to any shape and more, with Photoshop Elements 2022

best standing desk: Woman using standing desk in home office

The best standing desks in 2023

By Tom May last updated 28 November 22

Prevent back pain and improve your posture, with the best standing desk for a range of budgets

Fresh updates to Panasonic's Lumix G cameras will enhance RAW video, and more

By Tom May published 8 October 21

Updates for the GH5S, BGH1 and G9 are on their way! Function enhancements and usability improvements arrive this November

Joby launches new tripod ranges for both new and experienced vloggers

By Tom May last updated 24 February 22

News The Joby Podzilla range is aimed at newbies, plus there's the Joby Compact range for pros

Girl holding up pens in front of her face

Photo series honoring Nigerian kidnap victims wins $11,500 German Peace Prize

By Tom May last updated 7 October 21

NEWS Photography Peace Prize awarded to Emeke Obanor's images paying tribute to girls and women captured by Boko Haram

Is an 8K, full-frame follow-up to the Canon EOS C500 Mark II on the way next year?

Report: Canon to launch 8K and 4K full frame cine cameras, plus RF cine lenses

By Tom May published 1 October 21

NEWS Canon will release two 8K and one 4K cinema cameras next year, along with new cine glass, according to the latest rumors

Vanguard Veo Mt-12 arm supporting multiple cameras

Mount four cameras or accessories on one tripod, with Vanguard's VEO-M12 bar

By Tom May published 30 September 21

Saving having to carry multiple stands with this new multi-mount/horizontal arm kit

Amazon gives Alexa a camera, wheels and calls it a robot... but is it worth buying?

By Tom May published 30 September 21

News Beyond looking cool, what can Astro, Amazon's new home robot, actually do for you?

Hasselblad launches limited-edition camera to celebrate its 80th birthday

By Tom May published 28 September 21

NEWS Hasselblad celebrates its 80th birthday with a very special edition camera

Renders reveal unique camera set-up for flagship Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

By Tom May last updated 28 September 21

NEWS The camera array on the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra isn't quite what we expected

RIP, traditional photography? Research shows CGI is undercutting it like never before

By Tom May last updated 28 September 21

NEWS Bye bye, photographers? The rise of computer-generated product visualization means making a living is harder than ever

Students of Ibadan – image by Alabi Samuel Aniolaoluwa, U21s Canon Young Champion of the Year

Canon crowns its Young Champions of the Year, working for social change

By Tom May published 27 September 21

NEWS The winners of the Global Good Awards 2021 have been announced, and Canon has crowned its Young Champions

World Mental Health Day: Picfair offers free images, $27K in grants, and interview inspiration

By Tom May last updated 23 September 21

NEWS Photography start-up Picfair goes all out for World Mental Health Day, with free pics, $27K in grants and inspirational interviews

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