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Stop asking for feedback on your photos! You and your camera don't need the consensus of a committee!
By Sean McCormack Published
opinion Don’t get hooked on getting advice from other photographers as it will hold you back and stop you taking more images

I tried Photoshop’s new AI Assistant. The new Photoshop chatbot feels like an overly enthusiastic intern, but it’s not all bad
By Hillary K. Grigonis Published
OPINION Photoshop has a new AI Assistant. I tried it, and I don't love it, but there's some potential

Think you’re a Nikon camera expert? My Nikon Quiz will sort the ‘Big Ns’ from the closet Canon fans
By Mike Harris Published
Quiz So, reckon you’re a true Nikon fan? Then I’m expecting you to score high in my multiple-choice Nikon quiz!

This snake-in-the-grass camera setting is secretly ruining your manual photos
By Rod Lawton Published
Opinion You think you’re in manual mode, but if you haven’t switched off auto ISO, the camera will still adjust the exposure automatically. Here’s why you should take back control

Stop letting your camera guess exposure: trust me, manual mode is simpler than you think
By Rod Lawton Published
Opinion Manual exposure can seem like a mountain to climb for beginner photographers, but I’m here to change your perception. After all, you only need three ingredients: shutter speed, lens aperture, and ISO

You’ve been hoodwinked! The Sony 18% grey lens cap rumor is a BIG FAT LIE
By Alan Palazon Published
News Sony’s lens caps are NOT 18% grey – and this cinematographer just exposed the social media gurus saying they are

Photography cheat sheets: camera reference guides for visual learners!
By Chris George Last updated
CHEAT SHEET Learn pro techniques for portraits, poses, lighting, landscapes and more with our one-stop photography cheat sheets

"I develop and scan my black and white film myself," says analog photographer in a mirrorless world
By Kim Bunermann Published
PRO INSIGHTS Mandy Izquierdo gives pro insights into film workflow, gear, and darkroom techniques at The Photography & Video Show 2026

Capture the Fire Horse: My essential tips for photographing fireworks this Chinese New Year
By Mike Harris Published
Tutorial As we gallop into the Year of the Fire Horse, here's the essential kit and techniques to capture your best fireworks images ever
Light stands are usually boring. But the photography brand behind my favorite flash modifiers is making a quick, modular light stand – and I’m geeking out about it!
By Hillary K. Grigonis Published
KICKSTARTER The MagMod MagStand is a light stand with a wide base, rapid set-up, and a modular monopole
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