
Kalum Carter
Kalum is a photographer, filmmaker, creative director, and writer with over 10 years of experience in visual storytelling. With a strong focus on photography books, curation, and photo editing, he blends a deep understanding of both contemporary and historical works.
Alongside his creative projects, Kalum writes about photography and filmmaking, interviewing industry professionals, showcasing emerging talent, and offering in-depth analyses of the art form. His work highlights the power of visual storytelling, fostering an appreciation for the impact of photography.
Latest articles by Kalum Carter

You will not want to miss this incredible showcase of contemporary photography!
By Kalum Carter published
News Mark your calendars! The RPS International Photography Exhibition opens at Saatchi Gallery this August

Did you know the Ricoh GR III has a Daido Moriyama mode?
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion Why aren’t more camera brands leaning into photographer-style simulations?

Panasonic releases MAJOR firmware updates for the Lumix S series cameras with improved photo and video features
By Kalum Carter published
News Panasonic enhances 3 of its full-frame cameras with improved autofocus, video capture, and introduces full 3:2 open gate

Move over Ray-Ban! These new Oakley Meta AI glasses have just raised the bar for camera eyewear
By Kalum Carter published
News As AI camera glasses become more sought after, Meta and Oakley have just dropped the sleekest pair yet!

Glastonbury ready? Beezer’s new photography book captures the wild soul of 1980s music culture
By Kalum Carter published
News A new photography book by music photographer Beezer shows an unseen look at Glastonbury in the 1980s

I think the X Half might be the most playful camera Fujifilm has ever made
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion I initially thought the Fujifilm X Half was a gimmick, but after getting hands-on with it, I've changed my mind!

I never thought I'd get so excited over a portable SSD!
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion The Lexar Armor 700 is rugged and efficient, everything I need in a portable SSD

"Everything starts with a conversation" – Juliet Klottrup discusses the story behind her award-winning short film
By Kalum Carter published
Interview Shot on 16mm film, the Sony Future Filmmaker winner shares how she created her quiet, powerful portrait of tradition

You have no more excuses! This incredible short film was shot entirely on an Apple iPhone 16 Pro
By Kalum Carter published
News Stormzy's new short film ‘Big Man’ showcases the filmmaking power of the iPhone 16 Pro

I'm finally ready to buy the compact Ricoh GR IIIx after watching this photography YouTube video
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion I've long admired Ricoh's GR series, and this video sums up its philosophy brilliantly

Benro teams up with Novoflex to launch tripod ball heads with German precision and pro-grade performance
By Kalum Carter published
News Engineered for photographers from street to studio, the new Benro x Novoflex NBBH Series delivers smooth operation, solid stability, and innovative features

I’d choose continuous lighting over flash if I were starting my portrait photography career today – here's why
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion Flash vs continuous lighting is an age-old question, but I think my mind has changed!

The Harlowe Mark Mann Signature lighting kit is a ring light on steroids!
By Kalum Carter published
News Harlowe teams up with portrait photographer Mark Mann to launch a limited edition portrait & livestream lighting kit

The Fujifilm X-E5 seems like a more versatile X100VI — and that’s why I’m tempted
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion Fujifilm’s new X-E5 offers the soul of the X100 line with more freedom to grow

Sigma announces groundbreaking 17-40mm f/1.8 Art lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras
By Kalum Carter published
News Could this new Sigma lens become the go-to for hybrid photography and video creators?

Fujifilm's new X-Half compact camera is already getting its first firmware update
By Kalum Carter published
News Small but significant update ensures Fujifilm's new X Half delivers on its retro film mode promise

The most valuable skill I’ve learned as a photographer? Learning to read a photograph
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion Learning how to dissect a photograph helped me immensely in starting my photography career

Nudes, portraits, still lives, and street photography all feature in this beautiful Ralph Gibson retrospective book
By Kalum Carter published
News Ralph Gibson's six-decade photography journey is showcased in a new book

There’s no way I’m getting the Fujifilm X-E5 without these SmallRig accessories
By Kalum Carter published
News SmallRig’s new lineup gives Fujifilm’s latest crowd-pleaser even more grip, character, and vintage charm

In a mirrorless world, Canon DSLRs are capturing cutting-edge science under the ocean
By Kalum Carter published
News Canon’s DSLRs and macro lenses become tools for science and storytelling in the Western Indian Ocean’s first coral breeding lab

How Apple TV+'s 'The Studio' was shot with one camera, one lens, and often in one shot
By Kalum Carter published
News How ambitious filmmaking decisions made 'The Studio' a hit

Nikon Z5 given new lease of life with firmware update, making it an even more compelling budget full-frame camera
By Kalum Carter published
News Firmware 1.50 adds power zoom support and bug fixes, keeping the Z5 competitive

The Sony A6700 gets new firmware update – here’s what’s new
By Kalum Carter published
News Sony updates one of its favorite APS-C cameras with quality-of-life features and bug fixes
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