Latest articles by Matthew Richards
The best lenses for the Nikon Z8 and Z9 in 2025: top-flight lenses for these top-of-the-range cameras
Updated It's a tough job, but I pick out the best lenses for the Nikon Z8 and Z9, Nikon's sensational high-res mirrorless flagships
The best disposable cameras in 2025
buying guide Cheap, easy to use, and perfect for parties, these are the best disposable cameras and single-use cameras you can buy today
LK Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE review: a portrait prime for Sony cameras that focuses on your budget as well as your subject
Review The LK Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE ‘Prima’ prime has a classic focal length for portraiture and still life photography, shoehorned into an easily manageable and affordable build
LK Samyang AF 16mm f/2.8 P FE review: this new ‘Prima’ prime packs an expansive perspective into a small build
Review The LK Samyang AF 16mm f/2.8 P FE ultra-wide-angle prime for Sony full-frame cameras is conveniently compact and lightweight
Best Leica M lenses in 2025: every current Leica M rangefinder lens
buying guide Looking for the best Leica M lens? These are all the Leica-made rangefinder lenses for Leica cameras
I've fallen in love with lots of cameras & lenses, but when did light stands become sexy?
opinion It’s easy to get excited about some of the hottest new cameras, lenses and photo gadgets, but studio light stands? Really?
The best ring flash for macro photography in 2025: use a ring light for better closeups
Updated Make sure your macro shots of insects and flowers are beautifully lit using a dedicated ringflash
Best Nikon flashguns in 2025: Nikon-fit Speedlights you can buy today
Buying Guide A flashgun can be used for everything from filling in shadows on a bright day to lighting subjects in the dark, and here are the best Nikon-compatible options
The best gimbal heads for tripods in 2025: effortlessly track the action with big lenses
UPDATED For wildlife, sports and action photography, there’s no beating a gimbal head for smoothly tracking moving subjects, especially if you’re using a big telephoto lens
Canon PIXMA PRO-200S review: for large-format glossy photo prints, this is as good as it gets
Review The Canon PIXMA PRO-200S is a subtle refresh of my favorite A3+ / 13-inch dye-based printer, ideal for a glossy or luster photo finish
The best lenses for the Nikon D800 in 2025: the top lenses for Nikon's much-loved DSLR
Updated These best lenses for the Nikon D800 help you to get the most from an older DSLR camera that's still popular today
The best lenses for the Nikon Z fc in 2025: my top picks for Nikon's mini modern classic
Updated These are my favorite lenses for the Z fc, Nikon's compact retro-style mirrorless camera, and a cult classic in the making
The best lenses for the Nikon Z50 & Z50 II in 2025: explore your camera's full potential
Updated What are the best lenses for the Nikon Z50, Nikon’s first and still perhaps its most practical APS-C mirrorless camera?
The best lenses for the Nikon Z30 in 2025: sensibly small lenses for a very compact camera
Updated It's Nikon's cheapest mirrorless camera and a great way to get into vlogging, but what are the best lenses for the Nikon Z30?
The best lenses for the Nikon D3500 in 2025: a perfect fit for this entry-level camera
Updated These are the best lenses for your Nikon D3500, combining usefulness and value when you're ready to start expanding your system
LK Samyang AF 12mm f/2 RF-S review: an ultra-wide-angle prime that’s now available in Canon RF-S mount
Review The LK Samyang / Rokinon AF 12mm f/2 RF-S is a small lens that goes large on viewing angle, for APS-C format Canon, Fujifilm and Sony mirrorless cameras
The best Nikon lenses for DSLRs in 2025: brilliant lenses for Nikon F-mount
UPDATED We pick the best Nikon lenses for all kinds of photography on Nikon F-mount DSLRs, including budget-friendly options.
The best lenses for the Nikon D750 in 2025, from ultra-wide zooms to super-telephotos
Updated I reckon these are the top lenses for the Nikon D750, one of Nikon's longest-running full-frame DSLRs
LK Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 P FE review: it’s Prima prime time for Sony shooters
Review The LK Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 P FE is the first in a new series of ‘Prima’ lenses, claiming to prioritize portability, practicality and convenience. Let’s see, shall we?
Viltrox Vintage Z1 Retro Flash review: an old-school flash to suit thoroughly modern cameras
Review The Viltrox Vintage Z1 Retro Flash certainly looks pretty antique, with its rotary dial and faux leather top, but it’s a good fit for the vast majority of modern cameras
The best lenses for the Nikon D5600 in 2025: the next lenses to get for your Nikon DSLR
Updated The cream of the crop, these are the best lenses for the Nikon D5600 to take your photography to the next level
Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-2600 review: Large-format photo printing is literally on a roll
Review The Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-2600 outputs photo and art prints up to 24 inches wide, any length you like
Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 review: it's printer rock 'n' roll! This rock-steady 44-inch roll-fed model is No. 1 in my chart
Review The Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 creates spectacular photographic and art prints up to 44 inches wide and pretty much as long as you like
