
James Artaius
The editor of Digital Camera World, James has 22 years experience as a journalist and started working in the photographic industry in 2014 (assisting Damian McGillicuddy, who succeeded David Bailey as Olympus Principal Photographer). In this time he shot for clients like Aston Martin Racing, Elinchrom and L'Oréal, in addition to shooting campaigns and product testing for Olympus, and providing training for professionals.
He has written for publications including Digital Camera Magazine, PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine, Digital Photographer and Professional Imagemaker. He gives talks around the world at events like The Photography & Video Show, and serves as a judge for the Red Bull Illume Photo Contest. An Olympus / OM System, Canon and Hasselblad shooter, he has a wealth of knowledge on cameras of all makes – and a fondness for vintage lenses and instant cameras.
Latest articles by James Artaius

Camera rumors in 2025: what cameras are coming, officially and otherwise!
By James Artaius last updated
CAMERA RUMORS The camera rumors are flying thick and fast! Here are the most credible rumblings and reports about what's coming next

Canon vs Nikon: who makes the best cameras in 2025?
By James Artaius last updated
Buying guide Canon vs Nikon: the two biggest names in photography are still going toe-to-toe with new cameras – but who’s winning?

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 Nikon camera in 2025: from basic beginner cameras to advanced models for enthusiasts and pros
By Adam Waring last updated
BUYING GUIDE Nikon makes the best full-frame and APS-C sensor mirrorless cameras on the market, as well as DSLRs and bridge cameras, so there's something for everyone, and I've handpicked the best Nikon for you…

These three Canon cameras will "die" this year… in fact, one of them dies THIS WEEK
By James Artaius published
NEWS Three Canon cameras hit the end of their service life in 2025 – and one of them "dies" at the end of April

Camera tariffs 101: Where are cameras made and what are the charges?
By James Artaius published
Worried about tariffs? Here's where all the big brands make their cameras, and what the relevant tariffs are

The best Canon lenses for DSLRs: go longer, wider and closer
By James Artaius last updated
Buying guide These are the best Canon lenses for DSLRs – and these EF and EF-S optics are still great to use on mirrorless cameras, too!

The Nikon F3 turns 45 years old! From NASA missions to war zones, this was the ultimate pro camera
By James Artaius published
NEWS From Eddie Adams to Peter Lindbergh, the Nikon F3 was the camera used by the "pro's pros"

Fujifilm is teasing a cryptic new camera… can you crack this code?
By James Artaius published
Can you solve the riddle in Fujifilm's teaser video to work out what its new camera will be?

Is this the ultimate optical team-up? Samyang and Schneider-Kreuznach unveil super-wide zoom lens
By James Artaius published
NEWS 112 years of German precision meets 53 years of Korean expertise, with the Schneider-Kreuznach x LK Samyang AF 14-24mm f/2.8 FE

The best camera for beginners in 2025: perfect cameras for learning photography
By James Artaius last updated
BUYING GUIDE Forget your phone! Get one of the best cameras for beginners and start taking photos and video with amazing quality

Two of the best-looking cameras ever made take home trophies at TIPA World Awards
By James Artaius published
NEWS Daring design highlights the TIPA World Awards 2025, with OM System and Sigma's stunning cameras winning awards

Last call for the US$12 million Peak Design Roller Pro case!
By James Artaius published
Ends at midnight: Crowdfunding for Peak Design's hybrid camera / travel roller case ends at midnight tonight

What is exposure in photography?
By James Artaius last updated
WHAT IS It's the foundation of every image you take, so what exactly IS exposure in photography?

The best photography lighting kits: for studio, location and video
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying guide We select the best photography lighting kits with mains power, battery power, and continuous LED lighting for video

Polaroid Flip review: Polaroid brought back all my favorite features to this brilliant camera
By James Artaius published
REVIEW The Polaroid Flip is the instant camera I've been waiting for, with sonar autofocus and full manual control with a big fat flipping flash

Lowest EVER price on Sony's most popular full-frame camera
By James Artaius published
DEAL The Sony A7 IV just hit its lowest price ever, thanks to a $500 instant rebate!

What's the best vlog camera for beginners?
By James Artaius published
OPINION Choosing the best vlog camera for beginners is a bit of a minefield, but these are my three top picks

Is the Fujifilm Instax Mini LiPlay is still a camera worth buying?
By James Artaius published
Opinion Launched in 2019, how does the Fujifilm Instax Mini LiPlay fare against today's instant cameras?

Is Canon's next camera a "baby R5"?
By James Artaius published
NEWS "Baby R5"? Canon's new APS-C flagship could be a 40MP, 8K powerhouse

Trump tariffs: Blackmagic is the first camera company to confirm price hike for US customers
By James Artaius published
NEWS While other camera companies stay silent, Blackmagic confirms tariff strategy – and actually minimizes price rises

The best camera for wildlife photography: for the best bird and animal photos, you need the right kit!
By James Artaius last updated
Buying guide These are the best cameras for wildlife photography, whether I'm going to Zimbabwe or the zoo

The highest resolution cameras you can buy today: ultimate megapixel monsters
By James Artaius last updated
Buying guide The are the highest resolution cameras available today, hitting megapixel counts as high as 400MP!
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