Latest articles by Matthew Richards
Nikon Z6 III: Here’s why I gave a so-called ‘compromised’ camera a full 100% rating
Opinion People are saying that the new partially stacked image sensor in the Nikon Z 6III compromises its performance. I’m not one of them
Best lenses for bokeh in 2024: fast primes perfect for blurring backgrounds
UPDATED These are the best lenses for bokeh, for pin-sharp focus and beautifully blurred backgrounds
The best camera sensor cleaners in 2024: these kits will banish dark spots from your photos
Updated Clean up your act, or at least your image sensor. These top kits are just the job for mirrorless cameras and DSLRs
The best Leica SL lenses: a guide to the full Leica SL lens range in 2024
Updated Looking for the best Leica SL lenses? Leica’s full-frame L-mount lenses aim for optimum performance
Yongnuo YN11mm F1.8S DA DSM WL review: mighty wide perspective meets speedy aperture rating, plus optional remote control
Review The APS-C format Yongnuo YN11mm F1.8S DA DSM WL in Sony E-mount shoehorns an effective 16.5mm focal length and fast f/1.8 aperture into a compact build.
Nikon Z6 III review: a dream camera for content creators through to enthusiast and pro photographers
Review With a revolutionary ‘partially stacked’ sensor and an eye-popping viewfinder, the Z6 III takes Nikon’s mid-range mirrorless camera to new heights
Zeiss Loxia 35mm F2 review: a classic street photography lens for Sony E-mount full-frame cameras
review The Zeiss Loxia 35mm F2 manual-focus lens combines a classic focal length with classic looks and handling.
Zeiss Milvus 135mm F2 review: ready for your close-up?
review The Zeiss Milvus 135mm F2 aims for portrait perfection with Canon and Nikon DSLRs.
Zeiss Milvus 15mm F2.8 review: the widest of a family of 11 lenses
review The Zeiss Milvus 15mm F2.8 is the most wide-angle lens in the line-up of 11 Milvus prime lenses for Canon and Nikon DSLRs.
Zeiss Loxia 21mm f/2.8 review: widest-angle prime lens from Zeiss’s Loxia family
review The Zeiss Loxia 21mm F2.8 is a classy ultra-wide-angle, manual-focus prime lens for Sony E-mount cameras.
Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 review: wide-angle autofocus lens for Sony shooters
review Unusually, the Zeiss Batis 18mm F2.8 is a Zeiss prime with autofocus and the electronic attractions don’t stop there.
When good camera batteries go bad – I bought fakes, but I've only just found out
opinion I bought 4 ‘genuine’ Nikon batteries but now I'm sure they’re fakes. They simply won’t work in new Nikon cameras.
Itson ItsRecharge AA & AAA batteries review: a brand new brand of rechargeable batteries
Review Itson ItsRecharge AA & AAA batteries aim to take the eco-friendliness of rechargeable NiMH cells to a new level.
Itson ItsRecharge Pro AA & AAA batteries review: a power-up for power hungry gadgets
Review Itson ItsRecharge Pro AA & AAA rechargeable NiMH batteries go large on eco-friendliness as well as power output and performance.
Zeiss Milvus 21mm f/2.8 review: Go wide with this up-market prime lens for Canon and Nikon DSLRs
review The Zeiss Milvus 21mm F2.8 combines an ultra-wide viewing angle with a fairly fast aperture, designed for DSLRs
Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro review: the essential trinity lens
review The Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro is a not so standard zoom for Micro Four Thirds cameras
Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art review: the world’s first constant-aperture f/1.8 zoom lens for full-frame cameras
Review The Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art is geared to Sony and L-mount shooters who feel the need for a speedy aperture rating, at the expense of a limited zoom range
Nikon's AF modes demystified: here's how to track the action!
HOW TO Confused by Nikon's AF modes? Here's how to keep focused on moving subjects using the right autofocus setup
Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD review: can’t decide between a wide-angle or standard zoom? This one’s both
Review The Tamron 17-50mm F4 Di III VXD stretches from expansive wide-angle coverage to a standard field of view in one easily manageable zoom lens, ideal for stills, video and vlogging
Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 review: a lens that really plays the (wide) angles
Review The sophisticated Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 for Nikon Z and Sony E mount full-frame cameras couples an expansive viewing angle with a fast aperture and an inexpensive price
Fujifilm GF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR review: Super-telephoto super-powers for GFX medium format cameras
Review The Fujifilm GF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR medium format super-telephoto lens combines a lightweight design with 6-stop stabilization, ideal for handheld shooting.
The best geared tripod head in 2024
UPDATED We pick the best geared tripod heads that allow you the ultimate precision and control over camera positioning.
Novoflex Auto Bellows review: Powerful macro magnification with precision and full electronic communication
Review The Novoflex Auto Macro Bellows might look screamingly retro but it’s bang up to date for digital photography, with up to 7.0x magnification with a 35mm lens.
