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
The best bridge camera in 2025: ultra-zoom cameras for far off subjects
By James Artaius last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best bridge camera will deliver high-quality images, have a relatively big zoom, and DSLR-style handling
Pentax WG-90 review: the compact camera you can take ANYWHERE
By James Artaius published
review Not all compact cameras are created equal. The Pentax WG-90 goes places that others can't – in the water, sand, mud, freezing cold and desert heat!
The best point and shoot camera in 2025: easy to use cameras to fit every pocket
By James Artaius last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best point and shoot camera will be affordable, have the ability to shoot photos and videos, and be very compact
The best travel camera in 2025: compact and portable cameras to take anywhere
By Gareth Bevan last updated
UPDATED The best travel cameras are small, lightweight, easy to use and offer a range of features – here are the ones to look at
12 years on, the Fujifilm X-M1 is still a king of micro mirrorless cameras
By James Artaius published
The Fujifilm X-M1 is the OG of Fujifilm's super small X cameras – but how does it hold up in 2025?
Instax Mini 90 Neo Classic review: still the coolest retro Instax in the range?
By Gavin Stoker last updated
review Forget the pastel colors and Hello Kitty styling of junior models in the Instax range; this retro-styled instant print contender is one for the grown ups
Instax Pal review – probably not your new BFF
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Review This Instax wants to be your best Pal, but probably should just remain an acquaintance
Instax Square SQ40 review: the best square instant camera in town?
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Review Fujifilm's retro Instax line of instant print cameras gets a square-format retro design to match
Polaroid Go review: positively petite, but still packs a punch
By James Artaius last updated
REVIEW The Polaroid Go is the world's smallest analog instant camera – it's ridiculously cute, but is it capable as well?
Leica Sofort 2 review: the sophisticate’s instant camera
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Review The Leica Sofort 2 might be the classiest-looking hybrid instant camera yet, but still has all the same issues
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
Why the hell is the Canon G1 X so popular right now? Trust me, it's not just Gen Z nonsense…
By James Artaius published
OPINION Compact cameras like the Canon G1 X are more popular now than when they were brand new – but WHY?
Leica's new camera is "the fastest Leica system camera ever built"
By James Artaius published
The new Leica SL3-S blends strength with speed: 30fps bursts, 6K video, IP54 weather sealing and up to 96MP photos
Hold my beer: DZO launches probe zoom lens, Laowa says "Mine will be better"
By James Artaius published
Just as DZOFilm unveils its new 18-28mm probe zoom lens, Laowa teases its own that will "outperform competitors"
The best waterproof camera in 2025: compact underwater cameras for fun and action
By James Artaius last updated
Updated The best waterproof cameras are perfect for shooting on the beach, in the sea, or anywhere that other cameras dare not go!
What type of instant film do I need? It's harder than you think!
By James Artaius last updated
INSTANT FILM Got (or getting) an instant camera? Then you need instant film – but which type is right for your camera, and for you?
The best instant cameras in 2025 – retro prints from Instax, Polaroid and more
By James Artaius last updated
BUYING GUIDE These are the best instant cameras whether you're looking for a great gift or you want to take the ultimate analog photo!
CES 2025: Is it worth paying attention to for photographers and videographers? [UPDATE: No, not really]
By James Artaius last updated
CES 2024 The world's biggest technology show, CES 2024 is taking place in Las Vegas this week. What camera kit will be there?
Call me birdbrained, but these new bird feeder cameras are the most exciting things at CES
By James Artaius published
Birdfy has unveiled a slew of new bird feeder cameras in Las Vegas – including a new model with 4K and 120p video
Is Panasonic about to launch the Lumix S1R II after a 6-year wait?
By James Artaius published
We've been waiting for it since 2019 – and Panasonic is reportedly announcing the Lumix S1R II next month
If OM System reboots the Olympus Trip 35, it could conquer the camera market
By James Artaius published
OPINION OM System has teased a new camera – and if it's THIS one, it could topple the Fujifilm X100VI as the hottest camera around
Leaked! Leica's new camera is codenamed "Warp" – and I think it's boldly going to be the SL3-S
By James Artaius published
NEWS After its last camera was codenamed "Picard", Leica's next camera is reportedly called "Warp" – and it's coming next week
The best Nikon camera in 2025: perfect cameras for beginners, enthusiasts and pros
By Adam Waring last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best Nikon cameras include both mirrorless cameras, and DSLRs, APS-C, and full frame – there's something for everyone!
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