Matt Golowczynski
The former editor of Digital Camera World, "Matt G" has spent the bulk of his career working in or reporting on the photographic industry. For two and a half years he worked in the trade side of the business with Jessops and Wex, serving as content marketing manager for the latter.
Switching streams he also spent five years as a journalist, where he served as technical writer and technical editor for What Digital Camera before joining DCW, taking on assignments as a freelance writer and photographer in his own right. He currently works for SmartFrame, a specialist in image-streaming technology and protection.
Latest articles by Matt Golowczynski
Fujifilm X-H1 full-resolution sample images and video footage
By Matt Golowczynski published
IMAGE SAMPLES Check out our image and video samples from Fujifilm's new flagship powerhouse
Panasonic announces GX9 and TZ200
By Matt Golowczynski published
News New mirrorless and compact models follow the company's recent flagship G9 and GH5S models
Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM | Art lens revealed
By Matt Golowczynski published
NEWS "Zero distortion" ultra-wide-angle lens launched along with new front conversion service
Olympus PEN E-PL9 announced
By Matt Golowczynski published
NEWS New Micro Four Thirds model combines 4K video and improved image stabilisation with familiar PEN styling
What actually happens when you format a memory card?
By Matt Golowczynski published
FEATURE It’s one of the first things you’re advised to do when using a new memory card, but what does card formatting do? And does it actually delete your images?
23 things you should check when buying a new lens
By Matt Golowczynski published
FEATURE If you're spending a hefty sum on a new lens, it pays to know what you're getting. Here are 23 things to check before you part with your cash
Integral introduces 512GB microSDXC card
By Matt Golowczynski published
NEWS Half a terabyte of storage space in a memory card the size of a fingernail
How to take great photos: Using the right equipment
By Matt Golowczynski published
LEARN Part 3: In the third part of our series on taking great shots, we take a look at the importance of using the right equipment for your photographic endeavours
Fujifilm introduces FinePix XP130 waterproof compact camera
By Matt Golowczynski published
NEWS Beach-friendly snapper can be taken 20m underwater and has Bluetooth integrated into its colourful shell
Are the best compacts as good as mirrorless cameras and DSLRs?
By Matt Golowczynski published
FEATURE With large sensors, top-quality lenses and advanced functionality squeezed in, is the gap between high-end compacts and interchangeable-lens cameras still there?
8 bizarre lenses you can use with DSLRs and mirrorless cameras
By Matt Golowczynski published
FEATURE From lenses that see behind themselves to lenses that weigh as much the average adult male, these are some of the oddest optics around
Win £1000 worth of Canon kit with The Photography Show!
By Matt Golowczynski published
COMPETITION Two LEGRIA HF G40 camcorders and a seat at Chris Packham's talk at The Photography Show are also up for grabs!
How to take great photos: Choosing subjects
By Matt Golowczynski published
LEARN Part 2: In the second part of this series, we take a look at what's behind our choice of subjects and the benefits of picking boring ones
9 things you need to know about the Panasonic GH5S
By Matt Golowczynski published
FEATURE The GH5S is Panasonic's most video-focused G-series model to date. We run through the nine things worth knowing
Leica adds APO-Summicron-SL 75mm and 90mm f/2 ASPH lenses to full-frame SL line
By Matt Golowczynski published
NEWS Two handsome, but pricey, wide-aperture additions for SL users arrive – and a further two are in the pipeline
32 tips and tricks to make a basic camera more powerful
By Matt Golowczynski published
TIPS From being able to shoot faster through to saving battery life, there's plenty you can do to make even cheaper cameras shine
Nikon unleashes AF-S Nikkor 180-400mm F4E TC1.4 FL ED VR
By Matt Golowczynski published
News Nikon's new super-telephoto zoom lens boasts its own 1.4x teleconverter – but it'll cost you
Panasonic GH5S confirmed
By Matt Golowczynski published
NEWS Joining the GH5 and G9 at the top of Panasonic's Lumix lineup, the new GH5S takes the GH5's video specs that little bit further
Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 EF unveiled for Canon users
By Matt Golowczynski published
NEWS Samyang's first EF-mount lens with its own autofocus motor arrives for full-frame and APS-C users
How to take great photos: Understanding light
By Matt Golowczynski published
LEARN Part 1: In the first part of a brand new series, we take a look at why it's so important to understand light when taking images
Why should you update your camera's firmware?
By Matt Golowczynski published
FEATURE Firmware updates are typically issued throughout the course of a camera's lifetime. But why?
How to creatively tone your images with white balance settings
By Matt Golowczynski published
LEARN Give your images creative effects in an instant with your camera's white balance options
6 ways to improve your composition
By Matt Golowczynski published
TIPS Capture something fresh by following these six tips
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