
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, primarily for Olympus (now OM System) product testing, shooting ad campaigns, and training new and professional photographers. His professional clients include names like Canon, Elinchrom, Aston Martin Racing and L'Oréal, and he also shoots for a number of ethical and women-owned small businesses.
He has written for publications including Digital Camera Magazine, PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine, Digital Photographer and Professional Imagemaker. He has been invited to give talks around the world at events like The Photography & Video Show, and serves as a judge for both the Red Bull Illume Photo Contest and the Urban Photo Awards.
An Olympus / OM System, Canon and Hasselblad shooter, James has a wealth of knowledge on cameras of all makes – and a fondness for vintage lenses and instant cameras. He is, however, glad to have escaped the 35mm film days. "Film is fun for nostalgia purposes, but I'd never go back to that analog workflow!"
Latest articles by James Artaius

Hands-on Canon RF 7-14mm f/2.8-3.5L Fisheye STM review: Canon's funkiest optic is fishier than ever
By James Artaius published
Not yet ratedREVIEW From astro and sport to VR video and stills, Canon's RF 7-14mm f/2.8-3.5L Fisheye STM might have the most creative potential of any lens

This is photography's biggest lie – and you've been brainwashed about how to use your camera
By James Artaius published
OPINION The camera industry has gaslit us into being terrified of ISO – but I think grain in photos should be embraced, not erased

Canon EOS R6 Mark III review: Does this 7K camera REALLY have no weaknesses?
By James Artaius last updated
REVIEW The Canon EOS R6 Mark III takes no prisoners, bringing 7K open gate video, 32.5MP resolution and 40fps burst shooting to the hybrid arena

The best Sony camera in 2026 for vlogging, filmmaking and photography
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying Guide My top picks for the best Sony cameras for photographers, videographers, and content creation

The best waterproof camera in 2026: compact underwater cameras for fun and action
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide The best waterproof cameras are perfect for shooting on the beach, in the sea, or anywhere that other cameras dare not go!

The best instant cameras 2026: Shoot stunning retro photographs with 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!

Sony RX1R III review: Size matters… and this tiny 61MP compact camera is the pound-for-pound champ
By James Artaius last updated
REVIEW The impossibly small Sony RX1R III packs a heavyweight punch in a cruiserweight frame

Best backdrops for photography in 2026: collapsible and portable backgrounds
By James Artaius, Jon Stapley last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best backdrops for photography can transport you to another world while being portable and easy to use

8K cameras: fool's gold? Leica Q3 Monochrom: the ultimate street compact camera? Does your memory card REALLY matter? It's the new Bokeh Face podcast!
By James Artaius published
PODCAST New podcast day! We discuss does anyone really need 8K? How good is Leica's $7,800 black-and-white camera? How much does your memory card actually matter?

The best camera for portraits in 2026: cameras that are perfect for people pics
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying guide The best camera for portraits needs to capture perfect facial perspective and beautiful background blur

WTF! Sony is making a 180MP medium format camera sensor – and potentially a 107MP full frame sensor (report)
By James Artaius published
BREAKING Camera resolution is about to go crazy, as a 180MP medium format sensor is on the way – and maybe a 107MP full frame sensor, too

Best camera for black and white photography in 2026
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide We help you find the best camera for black and white, whether you want to shoot on digital or film.

Canon's latest camera gets the thumbs up from Netflix
By James Artaius published
NEWS Netflix has just approved Canon's latest camera for shooting Netflix Original content

The best Canon camera in 2026: Canon's top mirrorless, DSLRs and compacts
By James Artaius last updated
Updated Our Canon expert runs down the best Canon cameras of all kinds for beginners, enthusiasts and professionals

Leica Q3 Monochrom review: The ultimate compact camera for street photography
By James Artaius published
REVIEW Leica's coolest camera just got cooler: the Leica Q3 Monochrom is an absolute dream camera for street shooting

Is Canon's "unicorn lens" finally here?
By James Artaius published
NEWS The long-rumored (and even longer-desired) "unicorn lens", the Canon RF 35mm f/1.2L, might finally be on its way

The best camera for beginners in 2026: Let me show you the right camera to start your shooting journey!
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

Canon and Nikon DSLRs just got a new lens!
By Mike Harris last updated
News Been waiting for a new DSLR lens? You're in luck! Canon EF and Nikon F shooters' patience has been rewarded with a fast new prime

When did the retro camera trend start? (Spoiler: it's earlier than you think!) Here's a timeline of vintage-styled cameras
By James Artaius published
TIMELINE We all know that retro cameras are ultra-popular… but when did the craze for classic-looking cameras become a thing?

Are retro cameras just nostalgia bait? How good is the Canon EOS C50? Plus tips for using a new or upgraded camera – it's the new Bokeh Face podcast!
By James Artaius published
PODCAST New podcast! We ask if retro cameras are style or substance, can the Canon C50 really kill the FX3, and new camera tips whether you're a first timer or a system switcher

The best camera for streaming in 2026: for Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook Live
By James Artaius last updated
Buying guide If you want the best camera for streaming, meetings and Let's Plays, these are the top webcams, camcorders and cameras

Canon's 2025 was a wild ride, as it cashed in on the compact camera craze, put a hit on the Sony FX3 and upped the hybrid hype
By James Artaius published
2025 IN REVIEW Compact cameras, hybrid cameras, hybrid lenses and cheap lenses – Canon turned 2025 upside-down!

Do you REALLY need a hi-res camera? How good is Fujifilm's new instant compact camera? Cutting the crop factor 💩 – all in the latest Bokeh Face podcast!
By James Artaius published
PODCAST In our latest podcast we ask if 60MP and 100MP cameras are really necessary, how good is the latest instant compact camera, and we cut the crap with crop factor!
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