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Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 review: a high-tech lens that really plays the (wide) angles
By Matthew Richards last updated
Review The sophisticated Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 for Nikon Z and Sony E mount full-frame cameras has just resurfaced in another format as the company’s first ever L-mount lens

How to photograph the 'Snow Moon' full moon
By Jamie Carter last updated
Tutorial Tips for getting great pictures of the full moon in 2025

Best lenses for sports photography in 2026: telephoto zooms to get closer to the action
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated Shoot sports? You'll need one of the best lenses for sports photography – here are the top buys for Canon, Nikon, Sony, L-mount, Fujifilm, Micro Four Thirds, and Pentax shooters

Best Nikon portrait lenses in 2026, for Z-series mirrorless and F-mount DSLRs
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying Guide Choose the best Nikon-fit lens for pictures of people, whatever your Nikon camera and budget

Best lenses for street photography in 2026: top options for every major camera mount
By Matthew Richards last updated
BUYING GUIDE A 35mm prime (or thereabouts) is often considered best for street photography. Here are my picks for being discreet on the street

Best lenses for portraits in 2026: short-tele primes perfect for pictures of people
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying guide Check out these picture-perfect portrait primes for Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus, Panasonic, Leica, and Sigma mirrorless cameras, plus independent budget-friendly alternatives

Best 50mm lens in 2026: which 'nifty fifty' is the right choice for you?
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated The best 50mm lens, or standard prime, is a great low-cost wide-aperture lens for bokehlicious portraits and shooting in low light

The best ring flash for macro photography in 2026: use a ring light for better close-ups
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated Get beautifully lit macro shots of insects, flowers, and anything small by using a dedicated ring flash

Best lenses for the Nikon Z6 III (and Z6 II and Z6) in 2026: quality glass for Nikon's enthusiast-level full-frame mirrorless line
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated The Z6 series of 24.5Mp mirrorless cameras needs good lenses at sensible price points to do them justice, and here are my top picks
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