Best retro cameras in 2024: get the classic camera vibe, but digitally!

The best retro cameras provide a shooting experience like no other. Blending the aesthetics of old film cameras with modern digital camera technology. 

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Gareth Bevan

Gareth is the Reviews Editor at Digital Camera World, and a big fan of retro cameras – having bought a few more than is probably wise. With several years of experience as a photographer and videographer, shooting for some household names, he has learned a thing or two about cameras and the photography industry. Outside of photography, expect to find him cycling around London, or deep in a Netflix binge.

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Gareth Bevan
Reviews Editor

Gareth is a photographer based in London, working as a freelance photographer and videographer for the past several years, having the privilege to shoot for some household names. With work focusing on fashion, portrait and lifestyle content creation, he has developed a range of skills covering everything from editorial shoots to social media videos. Outside of work, he has a personal passion for travel and nature photography, with a devotion to sustainability and environmental causes.

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