Hillary K. Grigonis
The US Editor of Digital Camera World, Hillary Grigonis has more than a decade of experience in journalism with a focus on photography and technology. Her work has appeared in Business Insider, Digital Trends, Pocket-lint, Rangefinder, The Phoblographer and more.
A current Fujifilm and former Nikon shooter, her background in reviewing camera gear means she’s handled everything from cheap Instax to medium format mirrorless. Her camera bag includes a wide range of gear from a DJI drone to a newly added vintage film SLR.
On the weekends, she photographs portraits and weddings at Hillary K Photography. While she’s turned her passion for photography into a career, she still considers photowalks a break from work, while she also includes reading, hiking, kayaking and camping among her most-loved hobbies.
Latest articles by Hillary K. Grigonis
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Did this startup just beat Canon to the punch? This 8K VR camera looks and functions like a smartphone
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The Slam XCam is an 8K, 3D, 180° VR camera with smart capabilities and live streaming
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This cheap gadget gives nearly any camera a retro waist-level viewfinder using optical trickery
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The gadget uses a mirror to offer wasit-level framing from a hot shoe or cold shoe shot
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More photographers can work inside US National Parks without expensive permits, thanks to new law
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The FILM Act adjusts the permit requirements for smaller commercial photography and videography in national parks
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LaCie’s new drop-proof drive is fast enough to edit 8K video without lag
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The LaCie Rugged SSD Pro is the fastest scratch disk for creatives yet, according to the company
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A Getty and Shutterstock merger will create opportunities for both generative AI innovation and creator growth, the companies say
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS Getty and Shutterstock have announced plans for a merger of the two stock content companies
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I hid an Apple AirTag in my camera bag in case of theft – and now you can too, with Amazon’s lowest ever price
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
DEAL A 4-pack of Apple AirTags is now a rare 30% off on Amazon, the lowest price ever
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This camera disguised as a flower spies on backyard wildlife – and I want one
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
OPINION The Wonder Petal is a backyard camera that alerts you to different wild visitors
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A film shop in Amsterdam is building a compact camera with an autofocus similar to iPhones
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The Analogue aF-1 is a film point-and-shoot with LiDAR autofocus
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Some iPhone users are reporting an odd camera glitch after updating to iOS 18.2
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS A few iPhone users have took to Reddit to note some issues with iOS 18.2 freezing the camera
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OM System just dropped a huge hint about an upcoming camera. But is the brand’s outdoor move enough?
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS OM System will soon introduce a new camera as well as multiple new prime lenses, according to the CEO
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The compact camera comeback isn’t about nostalgia. 6 surprising reasons Gen Z is bringing back point-and-shoots
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
TRENDS Ask a Gen Zer why the compact camera is making a comeback and the answer may surprise you
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The maker behind some popular camera sliders and stabilizers has shut down after nearly 15 years in the industry
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS Rhino Camera Gear has closed its doors, according to its website
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Scientists are imitating bug eyeballs to help smartphone cameras suck less at low light photos
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS This experimental tiny camera can take photographs in less than one-thousandth of a lux
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The US is once again proposing a DJI drone ban to prevent “cyber espionage" – but this time, there’s something pilots might be able to do about it
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The US is asking for input on potential legislation to ban or restrict drones made in China and Russia
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Godox just crammed big audio into a wireless mic the width of a quarter – and it's surprisingly cheap
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS The Godox Cube-C wireless mic kit offers a long range in a compact size
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Could future Canon cameras be made in India? Canon reportedly in talks for manufacturing expansion
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS Is this the solution to Canon's production issues? Canon India's CEO has revealed that it is in talks with manufacturers in the region
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Could Foveon sensors with global shutters be next? This company is researching a three-layer sensor with an unusual shutter
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS What happens when you mix two of the biggest innovations in sensor technology into one device?
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Sigma offers a free fix for popular Art lens affected by an autofocus issue
By Hillary K. Grigonis last updated
NEWS Some serial numbers of the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art are affected by an autofocus glitch
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2025 could be a make or break year for film photography. Will the film trend fizzle or sizzle?
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
OPINION Retro trends have brought film photography back to life, but is it just a short-lived trend or something more?
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Photography app Halide is about to get a major overhaul – and the one feature users are asking for the most
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
NEWS Halide Mark III is in the works and teh developers have shared a peak at what the upcoming iPhone and iPad camera app will entail
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Trends brought the compact camera back from the dead, but this is the camera that deserves the next revival
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
OPINION Bridge cameras offer zoom that smartphones and even some mirrorless can't reach, so why are there so few of them?
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Instax Mini SE review: is this secret budget camera the best Instax you’ve never heard of?
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
Review The Instax Mini SE is the brand's cheapest analog camera, but it offers a control a pricer model doesn't
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One of our favorite Sony compact cameras is at its lowest price yet – just $348
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
DEAL The vlogging-focused Sony ZV-1F is just $350 with some free accessories from a number of retailers just ahead of the holiday
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