
Ben Andrews
Ben is the Imaging Labs manager, responsible for all the testing on Digital Camera World and across the entire photography portfolio at Future. Whether he's in the lab testing the sharpness of new lenses, the resolution of the latest image sensors, the zoom range of monster bridge cameras or even the latest camera phones, Ben is our go-to guy for technical insight. He's also the team's man-at-arms when it comes to camera bags, filters, memory cards, and all manner of camera accessories – his lab is a bit like the Batcave of photography! With years of experience trialling and testing kit, he's a human encyclopedia of benchmarks when it comes to recommending the best buys.
Latest articles by Ben Andrews

A phone is better than ANY dedicated camera for most people. Here's why
By Ben Andrews published
OPINION Enthusiast and pro cameras do still have their place though

This Sony look-alike camera costs just $130, but there's a catch...
By Ben Andrews published
Amazon is awash with super-cheap, off-brand cameras that boast incredible specs, but should you buy one?

The best memory card readers in 2026: copy images and video to your computer
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide These are the best memory card readers to supercharge your SD, CFexpress & CompactFlash memory card image transfers

The best headphones for video editing in 2026: high quality audio for every budget
By Ben Andrews last updated
UPDATED The best headphones for video editing will ensure you spot every subtlety in your sound

Trail cameras are going missing in southern England. Prime suspect? A giant rodent
By Ben Andrews published
A capybara has a escaped from a zoo, and it doesn't want to be found

Camera backpacks don't get much bigger than this!
By Ben Andrews published
Vanguard's new Alta Sky 69 pushes the limit on what you can carry in a camera backpack

Lexar reveals the fastest 2TB microSD card ever made
By Ben Andrews published
Along with a new 8TB version of its rugged portable SSD

EIZO's latest big-screen monitor looks like a dream display for photographers and video editors
By Ben Andrews published
The new ColorEdge CS3200X is a 31.5-inch, 4K screen with uncompromising screen specs

Go big or go home: Seagate's new storage solutions can save up to 256 TERABYTES of data
By Ben Andrews published
And there are options for every budget

Best flash triggers in 2026: wireless control for off-camera flash
By Ben Andrews last updated
Updated The best flash triggers enable you to position your flashguns away from your camera, creating new and exciting lighting setups

Nikon Z 70‑200mm f/2.8 VR S II review: What was "probably the best 70-200mm zoom in the world. Ever" just got even better!
By Mike Harris published
Review Nikon’s sequel to one of its most revered ‘trinity’ optics has managed to do the unthinkable: It’s improved upon its predecessor in almost every way possible

The best photo-editing laptops for photographers in 2026
By Ben Andrews last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best laptops for photo editing can also double as super-fast home workstations that'll cover every eventuality

The best laptops for video editing in 2026: edit your footage easily, wherever you are
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide Whether you make movies, TV or YouTube videos, the best laptops for video editing will get the job done faster

These clever softboxes can be set up and packed away in seconds
By Ben Andrews published
News Godox's latest softboxes look like a gift for photographers shooting on location

A new Pentax DSLR is in development!
By Ben Andrews published
Pentax executives confirm the brand remains committed to DSLRs, with a new model on the way

Atomos expands into desktop monitors with new company acquisition
By Ben Andrews published
News Camera monitor specialist wants a stake in every stage of video capture and production

No, it's not a crayon; it's SanDisk's latest novelty USB flash drive!
By Ben Andrews published
Unleash your inner child with a Crayola-themed memory stick

ProGrade Digital announces it's about to increase memory card prices AGAIN
By Ben Andrews published
news Demand for flash memory shows no sign of slowing, pushing up prices for everyone

Get the big picture for a small price with TTArtisan's latest fisheye lens
By Ben Andrews published
Sony, Nikon, Fujifilm and MFT users can go ultra wide without breaking the bank

The best DSLR in 2025: Chunky, classic camera designs still loved today
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide The best DSLRs are still great cameras to buy today, with bigger bodies, better battery life, and a huge range of lenses

The best MacBooks for photo editing in 2026: options to suit every budget
By Ben Andrews last updated
Updated These are the best MacBooks for photo editing, from affordable classics to the latest performance powerhouses

The best video editing monitors in 2026: superb screens for moviemakers
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide With top-class color, contrast, viewing angles, and features, these screens are the best video-editing monitors

The best monitors for photo editing in 2026: affordable and premium computer screens
By Ben Andrews last updated
BUYING GUIDE Here's our roundup of the current best monitors for photo editing, from cut-price bargains to high-end beauties
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