Latest articles by Rod Lawton
Don't be scared to use filters on your iPhone – you are not as committed to the look as you might think
Normally, when you use a filter on a camera, there’s no going back. The effect is ‘baked in’. Not with the iPhone…
DSLR vs mirrorless cameras in 2025: which format is best, and why?
BUYING GUIDE The DSLR vs mirrorless camera debate continues – we help you decide which is right for you
Some cameras feel right, some cameras feel wrong. Specs aren't everything
Opinion Digital cameras are packed with nerdy tech and specs that we love comparing. But they are also physical tools
Best lenses for the OM System OM-1 II
Buying guide What are the best lenses for the OM System OM-1 II? It’s a great camera for nature and wildlife, but does so much more
I found out that if you treat your phone like a proper camera, you get proper photos
Opinion We get one argument that smartphones are the future of photography, another is that they are rubbish. Who’s right?
The best budget vlogging camera in 2025
Buying Guide If you want to be a vlogger, these are the best budget vlogging cameras to get you started!
Best lenses for the Panasonic Lumix G9 and G9 II
Buying guide Here are some things to take into account when choosing the best lenses for the Panasonic Lumix G9 and G9 II
The best Pentax cameras in 2025: from APS-C to full frame and medium format
UPDATED Looking for the best Pentax camera to buy? You’ve come to the right place as we list our top Pentax camera recommendations
3 reasons why your iPhone panoramas are not as good as they could be
How to Shooting panoramic images on an iPhone is easy, but getting them to look good needs a little know-how
Best lenses for the Canon EOS R3: glass that gets the most out of your professional powerhouse
Buying guide It’s no longer the Canon flagship, but this is still a powerful pro camera, and we choose the best lenses for the Canon EOS R3
Best lenses for the Canon EOS R1 in 2025
Buying guide It’s a professional sports camera from another planet, but what are the best lenses for the Canon EOS R1?
The best lenses for the Nikon Z8 and Z9: 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 lenses for the Fujifilm X-T5: make the most of all those megapixels
Updated Join me as I pick the best lenses for the Fujifilm X-T5, based on image quality, build quality, features and handling.
Oh no, I shot a photo at the wrong aspect ratio on my iPhone! Well, here’s how to fix it
You can choose the image aspect ratio when you take a picture on your iPhone, so does that mean you’re stuck with it?
The best monopods: stable support that can take a load off
Updated For wildlife and sports photography, or anytime you’re using a big heavy lens, a monopod can give some much-needed relief
The best iPhone and smartphone tripods: for long exposures, night shots and selfies
UPDATED The best smartphone supports are small and light, simple to set up, and open up a world of creative shooting opportunities
Pentax K-3 III Monochrome review: not a black and white purchase
Review Now you don't have to buy a Leica to get a monochrome sensor. But what’s the point, and how well does it work?
The best camera for portraits in 2025: cameras that are perfect for people pics
Updated The best camera for portraits needs to capture perfect facial perspective and beautiful background blur
Six alternative camera supports you might not even know existed
Opinion If we need to keep the camera steady we reach for a tripod, right? But tripods have limits and there are alternatives
Best lenses for the Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV
Buying guide We name the best lenses for the Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV, weighing up cost, convenience and quality
The best Nikon Z lenses in 2025: the top buys for your Nikon Z-series mirrorless
UPDATED Our list of the best Nikon Z lenses includes Nikon's zoom lenses, prime lenses and its two macro lenses
Best lenses for the Panasonic Lumix S9 in 2025
Buying guide This compact full frame vlogging camera has caused quite a stir, so which are the best lenses for the Panasonic Lumix S9?
Becoming a camera reviewer has spoiled my photography. Don't end up like me!
Opinion Reviewing cameras and lenses sounds like a dream job, but it can turn every frame into a test, not a photograph
