Mike Harris
Mike is Digital Camera World's How To Editor. He has over a decade of experience, writing for some of the biggest specialist publications including Digital Camera, Digital Photographer and PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine. Prior to DCW, Mike was Deputy Editor of N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine and Production Editor at Wex Photo Video, where he sharpened his skills in both the stills and videography spheres. While he's an avid motorsport photographer, his skills extend to every genre of photography – making him one of Digital Camera World's top tutors for techniques on cameras, lenses, tripods, filters and other imaging equipment – as well as sharing his expertise on shooting everything from portraits and landscapes to abstracts and architecture to wildlife and, yes, fast things going around race tracks...
Latest articles by Mike Harris
Manfrotto Befree Advanced Carbon Fiber travel tripod review
By Mike Harris published
review A sturdy and lightweight tripod that’s packed with features and built to rack up the air miles
Nikon's new monster 28-400mm zoom is the all-in-one kit lens I've been waiting for!
By Mike Harris published
opinion Nikon’s whopping new 14.2x superzoom could transform your photography, if you’ve yet to invest in a decent collection of glass
Nikon SnapBridge firmware update boasts exciting new feature for beginner photographers
By Mike Harris published
News SnapBridge's new Easy Shooting Setup functionality is designed to streamline remote shooting for Nikon newbies
How I edit photos with an Apple Pencil and my iPad Pro
By Mike Harris, N-Photo published
VIDEO I use an Apple Pencil and Affinity Photo 2 for iPad to dodge and burn, and it's revolutionized my editing workflow
Nikon NX Tether update brings a raft of new features to its free tethering app
By Mike Harris published
NEWS The tether forecast for Nikon's free tethering software is bright, thanks to a comprehensive raft of updates, set to transform tethering workflows
I write about Nikon for a living and I think 2023 was the Z series' best year yet
By Mike Harris published
Opinion Two high-profile camera launches and a plethora of quality Z lenses have made 2023 Nikon’s best year in the mirrorless era
Logitech MX Keys S review
By Mike Harris published
review We put the Logitech MX Keys S through its paces to find out whether it's a worthy upgrade to the popular MX Keys
One by Wacom review
By Mike Harris published
review Wacom’s most affordable drawing tablet is a capable and super-portable companion that will appeal to photographers, students and casual creatives
Now I'll never get to photograph Sycamore Gap, but others are hurting more
By Mike Harris published
Opinion Just two weeks ago I was less than 2.5km from Sycamore Gap, but had to turn around due to an injury and illness. Now I wish I’d soldiered on…
Lume Cube RGB Panel Pro 2.0 review
By Mike Harris published
Review Lume Cube’s new flagship on-camera LED light refines the RGB Panel Pro’s already bright lineage
Refined Nikon Z9 L-bracket launched by 3 Legged Thing – meet the Zaara One
By Mike Harris published
NEWS The tripod manufacturer has released a revised dedicated L-bracket for Nikon’s flagship mirrorless, which boasts compatibility refinements and new features
I bought a Nikon D850 in 2023 and still don't own a mirrorless camera… yet
By Mike Harris published
Opinion A DSLR in 2023? You bet! F-mount lenses have never been cheaper, and Nikon's FTZ Adapter means they'll stay relevant long into the future
Nikon's 180-600mm is the sensibly-priced super-tele I've been waiting for
By Mike Harris published
Opinion Nikon has finally released a super-telephoto Z lens that isn’t part of its premium S-Line range – and I couldn’t be happier
Nikon Z9 is now 10 times better with latest firmware upgrade
By Mike Harris published
News The new Nikon Z9 firmware packs a raft of updates including Auto Capture – so you can leave your camera to it!
Opinion: Nixing the Nikon Z8's mechanical shutter was a genius move
By Mike Harris published
Opinion The Nikon Z9 ditched the mechanical shutter, and the Z8 following suit is proof that electronic-only is the future
Opinion: AI is changing the creative industry, but it won't kill photography
By Mike Harris published
Opinion Recent advancements in AI are a concern for creatives, but it’s far from checkmate for photography
There's no place for AI-generated imagery in a photography competition. Well, kind of...
By Mike Harris published
Opinion Opinion: The SWPA is the latest comp to run into AI-related controversy – it’s time to draw a line in the sand
How to create Star Wars effects in Photoshop – add Lightsabers to toy shots!
By Mike Harris published
STAR WARS DAY Capture toy photography close-ups and use Photoshop to add convincing Star Wars special effects like Lightsabers
Shoot toy photography this Star Wars Day and create a mini cinematic scene
By Mike Harris published
STAR WARS DAY Celebrate Star Wars Day by using LED lighting and a sprinkling of flour to create cinematic toy photography
Okay, I admit it: Nikon's Z series is the future of photography
By Mike Harris published
Opinion A self-confessed DSLR dinosaur plays with Nikon’s latest Z-mount goodies – and he’s like a prehistoric pig in muck
How to photograph a festive feast this Christmas – N-Photo 158 video tutorial
By Mike Harris, N-Photo published
VIDEO Learn to set up and capture a festive feast for the eyes this holiday season
How to retouch a portrait in Adobe CC – N-Photo 159 video tutorial
By Mike Harris, N-Photo published
VIDEO Learn how to use frequency separation to retouch a portrait in Adobe CC
Protect your camera in the rain with this DIY kitbag essential – N-Photo 147 video tutorial
By N-Photo, Mike Harris published
VIDEO It's raining, it's pouring, here's how to DIY a camera rain cover to help protect your pride and joy during a downpour…
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