The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

If you've ever wondered how to shoot creative close-ups, then get some expert insights from a master of the genre.

This month's cover feature is an exclusive adaptation of Ross Hoddinott's book Digital Macro and Close-Up Photography.

We're presenting 10 of his top tips for shooting close-ups of the natural world, including plants and small critters. Get started from page 62.

If you like what you see, then Digital Macro and Close-Up Photography is published by Ammonite Press (ISBN: 978-1-78145-443-5), priced £16.99/$24.95, and is available online and from all good bookshops.

Buyers in the UK can get the book for only £13.50 plus postage and packing. Use the offer code R6172. Offer ends 17 October 2026.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Starting on page 41, our Photo Skills projects section will help you become a better photographer.

This month, learn how to photograph rare plants in a botanical glasshouse, capture woodpeckers in flight, shoot seashells on the seashore – and more.

Other fun and creative projects include capturing sunflowers at sunset (pictured, above) and photographing paper marbling (dropping colored inks onto thickened water and creating swirling patterns by stirring them with stickers and pins).

Plus, street photographer Sarah Plummer talks us through her photo zine 'Tomorrow's chip wrappers', a collection of images of people seeking comfort at the seaside.

Other highlights in August's Digital Camera

This month's Digital Camera Apprentice reader challenge sees us set off on a red squirrel safari with pro wildlife photographer Dani Connor.

Reader Pauline Gibbs is keen to glean some smarts from 'Dani The Squirrel Girl', as she styles herself on Instagram, so we take a boat to Brownsea Island in Dorset, UK, a protected environment for around 150 of these bushy-tailed beauties.

Turn to page 8 to see how Pauline gets on.

Bridges and viaducts are spectacular feats of engineering, which makes many of them worthy of being photographed, says top pro Will Cheung.

That's the theme of this month's Camera Clinic, which could well help span a gap in your photographic repertoire.

See what kit you need and how best to use it, and learn some creative approaches to make your images stand out, from page 82.

Hotshots showcases the category winners from the World Food Photography Awards 2026.

Open to both professionals and non-professionals, this competition celebrates the very best in food photography from around the world, with the overall winner getting $6,600 (£5,000).

For this month's interview we speak to eight photographers who took portraits of female UK Parliamentarians for the Royal Photographic Society Women in Photography Group’s The 40% Project.

To record the milestone of women making up over 40 per cent of Members of Parliament, women photographers from across the UK came together to photograph portraits of the women shaping Parliament today.

Discover the stories behind the shots from page 118, and support the project's Kickstarter to help fund a book of the photos.

Digital Darkroom editing tutorials for August explore a range of creative techniques for Photoshop, Lightroom, Affinity and DxO PhotoLab 9.

Fundamentals (pictured, above) shows you how to use simple masks in Lightroom to boost your outdoor portraits.

In Get the Look (pictured, above) you can learn how to convert colour images to mono using linear conversion techniques in Photoshop.

Also in Digital Darkroom this month, follow along to create a retro-style travel poster using Affinity, and explore the new noise reduction options in PhotoLab 9, DxO's flagship image editor.

Accompanying this tutorial series, Digital Camera World users can get 15% off all DxO software until December 31, 2026. Find out more on page 103.

August's camera and lens reviews lead with a full test of the Sony A7R VI. The sixth version of the brand's high-resolution full-frame mirrorless tweaks the already impressive specs of its forebear with improvements to autofocus, speed and video.

So is this a camera that can literally do everything? Find out from page 106.

Also reviewed is the Lumix L10, a Micro Four Thirds compact with a travel-friendly zoom range that's 24-75mm equivalent in full-frame terms.

See what our test team make of the L10, from page 110.

If you shoot with a Sony E-mount or L-Mount body and you're looking for premium performance from a 35mm prime, then the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG II Art lens could be a contender.

The OG version of this lens was highly regarded, so has Sigma found a way to make it even better? Get our verdict on that, from page 114.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

August's bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 31 minutes of video tutorials and 15 software extras for Photoshop and Lightroom.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 310 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering wildlife, landscapes, macro – and more!
• 31 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity
• 15 bonus software extras (Actions, presets, LUTs and lens flares)
• 162-page Master Black & White photography bookazine
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide e-book full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

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• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

A compelling landscape photograph rarely relies solely on spectacle, says leading pro Karolina Konsur – beyond the location and the light, what shapes a powerful image is an underlying structure.

That's the theme of this month's cover feature. Join Karolina as she shows you how to organise elements so the frame appears consistent, purposeful and complete.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Starting on page 41, our Photo Skills projects section will help you become a better photographer.

July's raft of creative assignments includes learning how to photograph a waterfall in the middle of the day, how to take photos on a waterborne wildlife safari, and incorporating trees in astrophotography images.

You'll also learn how to capture the thrills and spills of beach volleyball, and get some insights on photographing brutalist architecture – and more!

Plus, photographer and music lover Alan Donaldson tells us all about his new photo zine, in which he pays homage to the vibrant jazz scene in Glasgow, Scotland.

Other highlights in July's Digital Camera

For this month's Digital Camera Apprentice reader challenge, we're on location with commercial photographer and educator Nick Church.

Nick is mentoring Adrian Robinson, who wants to learn how to shoot interiors for a side hustle. See how Adrian gets on – and what successful interiors photography consists of – by turning to page 8.

Photographing bugs is a great test of your camera skills, and whether in your garden or at the park, they're easy subjects to find.

Camera Clinic is an insect photography masterclass, with expert pointers from pro photographer and imaging writer Will Cheung.

Learn all about framing, focusing and lighting, plus advanced techniques like focus stacking, from page 80.

Hotshots showcases the category winners from the International Garden Photographer of the Year 2026 awards.

One of the world’s most respected photography competitions and exhibitions, IGPOTY embraces the word 'garden' in its broadest sense. See what wowed the judges, from page 76.

This month's interview is all about horseback pageantry, as we get the inside story on a new book titled Trusted Guardians: Inside the Mounted Regiment.

It's based on a long-term project documenting the everyday life of the British Army's most senior regiment, seen through the lenses of Norwegian photographer Glenn Røkeberg. Go behind the scenes with Glenn, from page 118.

Digital Darkroom editing tutorials for July explore a range of creative techniques for Photoshop, Lightroom, Affinity and DxO PhotoLab 9.

Fundamentals (pictured, above) shows you how to use Adobe Lightroom Classic to rescue holiday photos that haven't turned out as well as expected.

Get the Look (pictured, above) shows you how to generate a range of creative effects using Blending modes with Adjustment Layers in Photoshop.

Also in Digital Darkroom this month, learn how to enhance your raw files with Affinity, and join us as we continue our new series exploring PhotoLab 9, DxO's flagship image editor.

Accompanying this tutorial series, Digital Camera World users can get 15% off all DxO software until December 31, 2026. Find out more on page 105.

July's camera and lens reviews start with the Lumix ZS300/TZ300, a compact 'travel zoom' camera with a 20.1-megapixel 1-inch sensor.

With a 15x zoom (24-360mm full-frame equivalent) and 5-axis hybrid stabilisation, this could be the ideal solution for on-the-go shooters looking to keep things small and light while on vacation.

Also on test is the Canon RF 45mm F1.2 STM, a new prime that delivers a super-fast aperture for less than $500/£500.

That eye-catching price has got a lot of people talking about this lens – find out what we make of it in our real-world testing, from page 114.

Another distinctive lens being reviewed this month is the OM System 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X Pro, for the Micro Four Thirds system.

This means it offers wildlife and action photographers up to 1000mm of focal reach when used with the built-in 1.25x teleconverter.

We tried it out on birds in flight – see the results on page 116.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

July's bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 32 minutes of video tutorials and 33 software extras for Lightroom and Photoshop.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 309 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, wildlife, astro – and more!
• 32 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom, Photoshop and more
• 33 bonus software extras (Actions, presets, LUTs and lens flares)
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide e-book full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

You don’t need to go on an exotic safari to take superb shots of animals – great wildlife photography can start at home.

That's the theme of this month's cover feature. Join pro photographer Dan Mold in his back yard, as he shares his tips for shooting better bird photos.

You don't need expensive kit, as Dan covers getting the most from an affordable setup, including building a makeshift garden hide to overlook birds flying in to feed.

He also takes you through techniques for capturing birds in flight, birds landing on water and why the featured species one encounters in built-up areas shouldn't be overlooked.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Starting on page 39, our Photo Skills projects section will help you become a better photographer.

June's creative suggestions include photographing retired military aircraft in aviation museums, capturing coastal waterfalls, and harnessing reflections in canals to create cityscapes with a difference.

Plus, learn how to make a custom diffuser from a pair of panty hose for adding an out-of-focus vignette effect, and solve the conundrum of what a model should do with their hands when sitting – or standing – for a portrait.

We also catch up with British landscape photographer Lee Howdle, who discusses his new photo zine celebrating the beauty of England's Peak District National Park.

Other highlights in June's Digital Camera

The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on June 11 in the USA, Canada, and Mexico… and we're warming up for this festival of soccer with some action from Scotland's top flight.

June's Digital Camera Apprentice sees reader Chantelle Cook get a masterclass in shooting the beautiful game from Motherwell FC's club photographer Raymond Davies.

Can Chantelle ace it and net some pictures worthy of being used on the sports pages? Turn to page 8 to see how she gets on.

Pleasure piers became a fixture on seasides in Victorian times, and traditional-looking examples tend to make great photographic subjects.

Pro photographer and imaging writer Will Cheung has shot a fair few piers over the years, so who better to dispense a wide range of tips and insights for capturing these super structures in a creative way? Camera Clinic starts from page 80.

Hotshots showcases the Professional Competition winners from the Sony World Photography Awards 2026.

Now in its 19th year, a SWPA trophy is what every pro wants to win. See the images that most wowed the judging panel, from page 74.

NASA's recent Artemis II moon mission captivated the world, capturing new perspectives of our nearest neighbor in the solar system.

We celebrate this awesome achievement for humankind with a special showcase of images taken on the mission – view our selection of Moonshots from page 90.

Fresh from their Sony World Photography Awards triumphs, we speak to three winners in the Professional Competition 2026, and the recipient of first place in the Open Competition, which is awarded for single images. This month's interview special starts from page 120.

Digital Darkroom editing tutorials for June cover some fresh techniques for Photoshop, Lightroom, and DxO PhotoLab 9.

Using Adobe Lightroom Classic, Fundamentals (pictured, above) reveals the steps required to create borders for photos to be displayed on social media.

Get the Look (above) shows how to harness the power of AI in Adobe Photoshop for making speedy selections ahead of adding targeted effects to the subject or the background.

Also in Digital Darkroom this month, learn how to give a pristine portrait the look of a poorly scanned photocopy by applying filter effects in Photoshop… and we start a new four-part series exploring DxO's flagship image editor, PhotoLab 9.

Accompanying this tutorial series, Digital Camera World readers can get 15% off all DxO software until December 31, 2026. Find out more on page 109.

June's camera and lens reviews start with the Ricoh GR IV HDF, the third of three new additions to the storied GR series of compact cameras.

This model's headline feature is a built-in highlight diffusion filter (HDF) that can be turned on and off – useful for creating a film-like look, spreading light out into softer 'blooms', and softening sharpness.

Also on test is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra camera phone, the brand's latest top-of-the-range handset.

Features rolled out in this model include Privacy Display and new support for AirDrop, but will the Galaxy S26 Ultra's camera help it shine against rivals made by Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi? Find out from page 114.

The other reviews this month are the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II, the sequel to a highly rated ‘trinity’ zoom, and Excire Search 2026, an AI-powered image searching plugin for Lightroom Classic.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

June's bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 31 minutes of video tutorials and 18 software extras for Lightroom and Photoshop.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 308 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering wildlife, landscapes, macro – and more!
• 31 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom, Photoshop and more
• 18 bonus software extras (Photoshop Actions and photo borders)
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide e-book full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Nature photography fans will love this month's feature – exclusive extracts from Paul Nicklen’s Masters of Photography book.

Paul is one of the world's leading wildlife and nature photographers, having been an assignment photographer for National Geographic magazine for over 20 years, and this new book is adapted from his Masters of Photography online course.

In two chapters, 'Grow as an artist' and 'Out in the field', Paul takes you through some of the approaches that have kept him at the top of his game for decades.

The book's full title is 'Paul Nicklen: A Photography Masterclass' and it's published by Frances Lincoln, with Masters of Photography (ISBN: 978-1-83600-981-8), priced $25/£18.99.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Our projects section is now called Photo Skills, and it's focused on helping you to become a better photographer.

Turn to page 41 to get started. This month's creative ideas include learning how to shoot abstract still-life photos of marbles, capturing the charm of rustic bridges and freezing the detail in crashing stormy waves.

Plus, we show you how to capture long-exposure light trails, and spring flowers in bloom (pictured, above), and we speak to photographer Tim Allen about his long-term project that saw him take pictures of strangers in the street in East Sussex, UK.

Other highlights in May's Digital Camera

For May's Digital Camera Apprentice, we set off to North Cornwall to capture some breathtaking coastal scenes in locations close to Boscastle.

Pro photographer Peter Travers mentors keen reader Dave Nelson, who's looking to learn more about shooting stunning seascapes. Turn to page 8 to see the results.

This month's Camera Clinic is a 10-page masterclass about fixing exposure problems, with expert guidance from photographer and imaging writer Will Cheung.

Your camera will get exposures right most of the time, without much user input, but for more challenging scenes, it might need some guidance.

So turn to page 82 to discover Will's tried and tested tips for getting the right amount of light to hit your sensor.

Hotshots showcases the category winners from the Travel Photographer of the Year (TPOTY) 2025 awards.

Showcasing photographic talent from around the globe, more than 20,000 images were submitted by amateur and professional photographers from 160 countries. See the images that impressed the judges most, from page 74.

Staying with photography competitions, photographer and filmmaker Karim Iliya collected the Drone (Video) category prize at the fourteenth season of HIPA (the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award) last November.

His short film 'Blood of the Earth' documents a volcanic eruption in Iceland in northern Europe in 2021. He takes us behind the scenes of the project, in the May issue's interview, from page 118.

Our Digital Darkroom tutorials for May guide you through a range of creative editing techniques for Lightroom, Photoshop, Affinity Photo 2 and ON1 Photo RAW MAX.

In the Get the Look tutorial (pictured, above), you'll discover how to use Adobe Photoshop's Multiply Blending effects to inject mood and atmosphere into your pictures.

Fundamentals covers Adobe Lightroom techniques. This month, we're showing you how to use Adobe Lightroom Classic to retouch hair in portrait photographs.

Also in Digital Darkroom this month, learn how to add a color gel effect to a portrait in Affinity Photo 2, and get to grips with some of the new AI-driven features in Adobe Camera Raw and Photoshop 2026.

And there's more: we're giving away 30 Photoshop Actions to supercharge your post-processing skills. They'll help you do everything from color-grading your photos to boosting contrast with Curves, and adding vignettes and borders.

May's camera and lens reviews lead on the Ricoh GR IV Monochrome, the first black and white-only GR compact.

Street photographers who value subtlety and prize the purity of monochrome images will find much to like in this new camera – turn to page 106 to find out why.

At the other end of the market, the Hasselblad X2D II 100C is the latest offering from this storied medium-format camera manufacturer.

The X2D II 100C is a high-end photographic tool and featuring a series of improvements over the previous model, might well be the best stills camera ever made. Read the argument our reviewer makes, from page 110.

Kit Zone reviews continue with the Sigma 12mm F1.4 DC Contemporary, a new fast prime for APS-C format Canon, Fujifilm and Sony mirrorless bodies.

Ideal for landscapes, cityscapes, and architectural interiors, this ultra-wide-angle will also be good for selfies and vlogging. Read our real-world test from page 116.

Also reviewed is the Meike 35mm F1.8 Pro AF, a compact and lightweight optic for full-frame Nikon Z and Sony E-mount cameras.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

May's bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 26 minutes of video tutorials and 43 software extras for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 307 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, wildlife, action – and more!
• 26 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity
• 43 bonus software extras (Photoshop Actions and presets)
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide e-book full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

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The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Spring has finally sprung, so in this month's cover feature you'll learn how to capture your best-ever spring shots, from flowers, forests and colourful landscapes to close-ups of butterflies, wildlife and birds.

Photographer Peter Travers is your tutor – he goes into technical aspects including exposure, lens choice and composition, with the goal of helping you capture all the beauty this bustling and vibrant season has to offer.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Our projects section is now called Photo Skills, and it's focused on helping you to become a better photographer.

Turn to page 39 to see what's in store. This month's creative assignments include shooting a still-life tableau for Easter or Spring, and we'll show you how to make a unique photo collage from one portrait photo.

Three other projects cover urban photography, capturing Dalmatian pelicans and techniques for shooting open-water swimmers.

Staying by the sea, you'll also learn how to shoot long-exposure photographs under a pier (pictured, above) and get creative with intentional camera movement on the beach.

Other highlights in Spring's Digital Camera

Digital Camera Apprentice ventures back outdoors this month, to one of the UK's best bird reserves – WWT Slimbridge in Gloucestershire.

Multi-award-winning wildlife photographer Andy Rouse is on hand to mentor a keen reader keen to improve his avian photo skills. Turn to page 8 to see how Andy's pro insights helped Connor Hill develop his style.

Virtually every photo taken these days is in color, but if you want to move beyond taking color for granted, then this month's Camera Clinic is essential reading.

Top pro Will Cheung shares his expert insights on how to use color for impact: master hue, saturation and luminance and your photographs will improve, he says.

So turn to page 82 to start your 10-page masterclass on making the colors in your photos pop.

Hotshots showcases the category winners from the Close-up Photographer of the Year 7 (2025) awards.

The largest contest in the world dedicated to close-up, macro, and micro photography, CUPOTY was founded in 2018 and its seventh edition attracted over 12,000 entries from 63 countries.

You can see nine of the best entries from page 74.

Published to coincide with Earth Day on 22 April, Patterns: Art of the Natural World is a new book by photographer and conservationist Jon McCormack.

A collection of photography that explores the hidden geometry and unseen patterns of the planet, it is McCormack’s first monograph.

Over 168 pages, readers can savour images ranging from microscopic mineral blooms to vast aerial geometries, gathered from across the world.

He tells us more about it In this month's interview, from page 118.

Spring's Digital Darkroom tutorials showcase a range of creative editing techniques for Lightroom, Photoshop, Affinity Photo 2 and ON1 Photo RAW MAX.

In the Essentials tutorial (pictured, above), you'll learn how to use the Brush Tool in Adobe Photoshop to give your images a painterly twist.

As part of the tutorial, you can also download 20 brushes for the Photoshop Brush Tool – turn to page 94.

Get the Look is another tutorial covering Photoshop. This month, learn how to explore the creative possibilities of using Photoshop’s Blending Modes and Adjustment Layers in tandem.

And our four-part series on getting to know ON1 Photo RAW MAX 2026 concludes, with a look at some different ways to edit photos of people.

We've gone crazy for high-end compact cameras in the Spring issue. First up is the Sony RX1R III, a fixed-lens full-frame mirrorless offering 61MP of resolution.

Impossibly small, it packs a heavyweight punch in a cruiserweight frame, and could be an ideal choice for street photographers looking to keep things subtle. Our review starts on page 106.

Another ideal street shooting tool is the Leica Q3 Monochrom, the iconic brand's latest venture into black-and-white-only cameras.

With a unique look and feel, this reassuringly expensive compact has a high-resolution 60.3MP full-frame sensor and a 28mm f/1.7 lens. Find out how it performed on an urban photo walk, from page 110.

Other Kit Zone reviews comprise the Nikkor Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1, a compact and lightweight affordable standard lens, and the Sigma 15mm F1.4 DC Contemporary, a downsized prime for APS-C Fujifilm, Sony and Canon mirrorless bodies.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

Spring's bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 26 minutes of video tutorials, 26 software extras for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2, and two e-books.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 306 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering wildlife, landscapes, action – and more!
• 26 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity
• 26 bonus software extras (Actions, presets, brushes and a macro) for Photoshop and Affinity
• 164-page Complete Photography Masterclass e-book
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide e-book full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

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For the next four days, the Digital Camera magazine will be at the UK's Photography & Video Show at the Birmingham NEC (March 14-17). We'll have a very special subscription offer for anyone who comes and sees us on Stand F45. 

But if you can't make it to the exhibition yourself for any reason, you can still get a great Show deal on Britain's best-selling photo mag.  For just £9.99, you can get your first six issues of our monthly print magazine full of tips, interviews, reviews, and photographic inspiration.

Getting a photography magazine posted to any UK address every four weeks is a great way to improve your picture-taking knowledge and keep up with the latest kit and trends. Each 132-page issue comes with a set of tips cards, designed to carry around with you to remind you of particular techniques and the settings you need for each.  

When you subscribe, you not only get the printed edition of the magazine - you also get access to the digital edition too, including an extensive library of back issues. This gives you a back catalogue of hundreds of features, interviews, reviews, and how-to articles that you can refer to online.

Digital Camera magazine is a sister brand to Digital Camera World, meaning it's staffed by experts in their field and deliver a great mix of tutorials, tips, buying advice, reviews, and inspiration in every issue.

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We still print Digital Camera magazine every month - but if you want a cheaper option to a paper magazine, then the digital version of the mag is the way to go. What's more, as well as saving money, the digital edition is also available to read as soon as it is released - so there's no need to wait for it to come in the post (which is a particular relief in some parts of the world).

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The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Ever wondered how to capture those moments in the landscape when time seems to stretch? Think flowing water, drifting clouds and moving skies.

That's the theme of this month's cover feature, where you'll learn how to translate this continuous motion into a single frame, compressing time and revealing nature’s silent choreography.

Your tutor is Karolina Konsur, a landscape photographer based in Gdansk, Poland, who specializes in seascapes and long exposures. An award-winning artist, Karolina is a global ambassador for Marumi lens filters, so you're in the best possible hands. Turn to page 62 to get started.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Regular readers will know that we recently refreshed our projects section – it's now called Photo Skills – but you'll still find 10 ways of becoming a better photographer.

Starting from page 39, learn how to capture dreamy florals with multi-exposures, make a splash with kayaking photos, and master your camera's metering settings when photographing trains at stations in low light.

Plus, British landscape photographer Andy Gray discusses his 'Enchanted' photo-zine, and travel and documentary photographer Thibault Gerbaldi explains how to shoot evocative portraits using natural light.

You'll also learn how to shoot a creative zoom burst and photograph running dogs (pictured, above).

Other highlights in April's Digital Camera

Digital Camera Apprentice continues, with a photo studio fashion session. Guided by pro photographer James Paterson, reader Huw Jones wanted to capture portraits with a sense of motion.

So find out what happened by turning to page 8, as James takes Huw through a variety of techniques including stroboscopic flash and rear-curtain flash sync.

April's Camera Clinic is a masterclass in composition, with expert guidance from top pro Will Cheung.

A good composition means that a photo will be looked at more than once, argues Will, and improving the framing of a shot only takes a few seconds.

So whether it's using the rule of thirds, making sure your pictures are straight and level, keeping frames uncluttered – and much more – switch up your compositions today by turning to page 82.

The World Sports Photography Awards is back, now in its fifth year and sponsored by Canon. 23,130 photos were entered this year by 4,120 professional sports photographers, covering all the leading sports – and more.

You can browse the podium finishers on the WSPA website; in the meantime, we've showcased the category winners in our Hotshots gallery, from page 74.

It's The Photography & Video Show in March, so in an interview special, we talk to five leading speakers to find out what to expect in their talks.

Turn to page 120 for five quick questions with street photographer Flavio Bosi; photographer and educator Nick Church; photographer and artist Aneesa Dawoojee; wildlife photographer Espen Helland; and equine photographer Carys Jones.

You'll also find our roundup of the 10 top things to enjoy at the event, which takes place at the NEC Birmingham from 14-17 March.

Digital Darkroom tutorials for April show you a range of creative editing techniques for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2.

The Essentials tutorial (pictured, above) will teach you how to add a bokeh effect to photographs using Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements.

As part of the tutorial, you can also download 12 Photoshop bokeh backgrounds – see page 104 for more details.

Also this issue, Get the Look covers how to mimic shooting, editing and even darkroom effects in Photoshop, and we delve into the world of brush selections and layer masking in Affinity Photo 2.

Our four-part series on getting to know ON1 Photo RAW MAX 2026 continues, by looking at the power of masked layer effects.

April's camera and lens reviews lead on a full test of the Canon EOS R6 Mark III – the brand's latest mid-market mirrorless.

With impeccable credentials for capturing stills across a wide range of genres, it's also no slouch when it comes to video. Read our verdict from page 106.

Also reviewed is the Fujifilm X-T30 III, an APS-C sensor compact that benefits from the latest Fujifilm image processor, and the addition of a dedicated button for film simulations.

Elsewhere in Kit Zone are the Sigma 200mm F2 DG OS Sports, a terrific telephoto prime with an exhilarating turn of speed, and the Viltrox AF 50mm F1.4 Pro, a not-so-standard, standard prime for full-frame Nikon and Sony mirrorless cameras.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

April's bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 29 minutes of video tutorials, 24 software extras for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2, and a camera buying guide ebook with more than 250 pages.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 305 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, action, portraits – and more!
• 29 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity
• 24 bonus software extras (Actions, presets, LUTs and backgrounds) for Photoshop and Affinity
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide e-book full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

For the next few days we are offering a really special offer to subscribe to our magazine Digital Camera. For just £9.99, you can get your first six issues of our monthly print magazine full of tips, interviews, reviews, and photographic inspiration.

Getting a photography magazine posted to any UK address every four weeks is a great way to improve your picture-taking knowledge and keep up with the latest kit and trends. Each 132-page issue comes with a set of tips cards, designed to carry around with you to remind you of particular techniques and the settings you need for each.  

When you subscribe, you not only get the printed edition of the magazine - you also get access to the digital edition too, including an extensive library of back issues. This gives you a back catalogue of hundreds of features, interviews, reviews, and how to articles that you can refer to online.

Digital Camera magazine is a sister brand to Digital Camera World, meaning it's staffed by experts in their field and deliver a great mix of tutorials, tips, buying advice, reviews, and inspiration in every issue.

T&Cs: Offer expires February 16 2026 at at 23:59 GMT. Offer open to new UK subscribers only. Access to the digital library will end with your subscription. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Payment is non-refundable after the 14-day cancellation period. After your first six issues your subscription will continue at £27.99 every 6 months. For full terms and conditions, visit www. magazinesdirect.com/terms. For enquiries and overseas rates please call: +44 (0) 330 333 1113. Lines are open Monday-Friday 8:30am-7pm, Saturday 10am-3pm UK Time (excluding Bank Holidays) or email: help@magazinesdirect.com. Calls to 0330 numbers will be charged at no more than a national landline call, and may be included in your phone provider’s call bundle.

Read more:

The best books on photography

Check out our library of photography cheatsheets

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Big cities make great photographic canvases, and with this month's cover feature you'll soon be producing images that are good enough to grace a gallery wall.

With Digital Camera World's very own Mike Harris at the helm, you're in great hands. Turn to page 69 to discover a range of top techniques including how to master 'look-up' shots, blurring the movement of skies and rivers with neutral density filters, and capturing the interiors of buildings… plus much more!

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

We've refreshed our projects section – it's now called Photo Skills – but you'll still find 10 ways of becoming a better photographer.

Starting from page 45, learn how to shoot a rustic indoor still-life scene, bag backlit bird pictures at sunset, and capture scintillating star trails.

Plus, in the first of a series where leading photographers discuss their new books or photo-zines, British landscape photographer Dave Fieldhouse takes you behind the scenes of two of his recent assignments, in Hong Kong and Tokyo in Japan.

Other highlights in March's Digital Camera

Digital Camera Apprentice continues, with a trip to Bristol in south-west England, UK, for a masterclass in shooting traffic light trails with pro Nikon photographer Iain Afshar.

Turn to page 8 to see how reader Becca Luger fared on a chilly evening in December – it might have been cold but she definitely got some hot shots!

Camera Clinic concludes its mini-series on getting the most from the exposure trinity, with a deep dive into shutter speeds.

Are you harnessing their creative potential? Turn to page 86 to discover what's possible, with guidance from top pro Will Cheung.

March's Hotshots gallery showcases the photographic category winners of the Nikon Film and Photo Contest 2024-2025.

Running since 1969, the awards allows professionals and amateurs from around the world who love photos and films to interact – see the results from page 80.

For this month's interview, we talk to the leading conservationists and photographers Jonathan and Angela Scott, the couple behind the Sacred Nature Initiative.

They recently published a new e-book called Safari Etiquette, which makes a case for putting the welfare of wildlife first – and not prioritizing taking selfies at the expense of animals. Find out more from page 116.

Digital Darkroom tutorials for March walk you through some creative editing techniques for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2.

The Fundamentals tutorial (pictured, above) explains how to merge bracketed photos in Lightroom to create better landscapes.

Get the Look (pictured, above) shows you how to boost plain skies in cityscape photos using Adobe Photoshop.

You'll also learn how to use frequency separation in Affinity Photo 2 to clean up faces, and we continue our four-part series on getting to know ON1 Photo RAW MAX 2026.

March's Kit Zone starts with a hands-on preview of the Sony A7 V – the brand's do-it-all hybrid full-frame mirrorless. Get our tester's initial impressions of the new camera, and what's changed over the previous version.

Also on test this month is the Ricoh GR IV, the latest iteration of a compact camera beloved by street shooters. The new model has received its biggest suite of upgrades, so turn to page 114 to see what our reviewers make of them.

Also reviewed this month are the Canon RF 85mm f/1.4L VCM, a hybrid prime for stills and video portraiture, and the Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro O I S, a modern take on old-school focal range.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

March’s bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 27 minutes of video tutorials, 23 software extras for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2, a camera buying guide ebook with more than 250 pages, and an e-book of the Digital Photographer Annual.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 304 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering wildlife, landscapes, macro – and more!
• 27 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom and Photoshop
• 23 bonus software extras (Actions, presets LUTs and borders) for Photoshop and Affinity
• 164-page Digital Photographer Annual e-book
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide e-book full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

For anyone who was gifted their first 'proper' camera over the festive season, we've got the ideal introduction to it – a photo crash course that will help you master your camera in seven days.

Turn straight to our cover feature to learn what the key settings of a camera are, how to 'see' a photo, and getting to grips with composition.

All seven tutorials are relevant to mirrorless and DSLR bodies, so start your photographic journey from page 54.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

February's Photo Active has 10 all-new projects for you to try shooting, from badgers and BMXs to winter waterfalls (pictured, above) and model trains.

You'll also learn how to photograph a city skyline at night (pictured, above) and capture the quirky hues of cross-polarised light.

Other highlights in February's Digital Camera

Our latest Digital Camera Apprentice sees us head to Bath in south-west England to capture the Georgian architecture in the company of local photographer Simon Lees.

Turn to page 8 to see what happened as we follow in the footsteps of the city's most celebrated resident – the nineteenth-century novelist Jane Austen.

Camera Clinic continues its mini-series that focuses on getting the most from the exposure trinity, in the extremely capable hands of Will Cheung.

This month we delve into how lens apertures and the profound effect they have on pictures. Discover which settings will suit certain situations best, and why there's more to aperture choice than you'd think…

February's Hotshots gallery showcases the category winners of Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025.

It's one of the world's most prestigious photo competitions, so turn to page 46 to see what it takes to join the front rank of global wildlife photographers.

Andy Earl is one of the world's leading music and portrait photographers, having worked with the likes of Pink Floyd, Johnny Cash and Robbie Williams.

In this month's interview, he takes us behind the scenes of his latest exhibition, Andy Earl: See or be Seen, open now in Bournemouth, England, but set to tour internationally in 2026. Find out more about it from page 116.

Digital Darkroom tutorials for February walk you through some creative editing techniques for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2.

Photoshop Essentials (pictured, above) shows you how to add texture to photographs in Adobe Photoshop. Expert tutor Dan Mold will have you up to speed in no time.

Plus, our Get the Look tutorial shows you how to use Photoshop filters to produce four distinct creative effects (pictured, above).

February's Kit Zone starts with a full test of the Leica M EV1 – the brand's latest M-series camera, which has a unique selling-point: no optical viewfinder.

This development might be controversial for fans of the storied manufacturer, but the company says it is responding to customer demand. See what we make of the transition to an electronic viewfinder, from page 106.

Also reviewed this month are the Sony FE 100mm F2.8 Macro GM OSS, the first G Master macro lens. We also assess the Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 DG Contemporary lens, for Sony E-mount and L-Mount cameras, and the DJI Neo 2 follow-me camera drone.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

February’s bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 20 minutes of video tutorials, 18 software extras for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2, and a camera buying guide ebook with more than 250 pages.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 303 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, wildlife, action – and more!
• 20 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom and Photoshop
• 18 bonus software extras (Actions, presets and overlays) for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

The latest issue of Digital Camera magazine serves up a platter of fun and creative projects to be tackled over the next 12 months.

Our cover feature is arranged by the season, so you can plan your best-ever photo year by enjoying a range of photo assignments across all the popular genres, including landscapes, wildlife and action.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

January's Photo Active has 10 all-new projects for you to try, from stop-motion animation and Iron Age villages to capturing the plants and trees in a botanical hot house (pictured, above).

You'll also learn how to photograph owls in winter (pictured, above) and document the thrills of snowboarding.

Other projects this month include maximising reflections in architectural photos, and capturing light trails from a moving car.

Other highlights in January's Digital Camera

For January's Digital Camera Apprentice, we head to Waterfall Country in Wales, located in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, in the company of Canon pro Jeremy Flint.

Turn to page 8 to see what happened when Jeremy mentored Liam Matthews, a keen outdoor photographer based in South Wales… how did the pair fare on the five-mile round trip that's the Four Falls Trail?

Camera Clinic continues its mini-series on getting creative with your camera kit and settings.

Part 2 is all about ISO, and how you can harness it to capture high-quality photos whatever the shooting situation. Will Cheung is your expert tutor.

This month's Hotshots gallery showcases the winners of the fourteenth season of HIPA (the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award).

It's the world's richest photo competition, with a US$1 million prize pot, so see what it took to go home with the grand prize of $200,000, from page 44.

For January's interview, award-winning photographer Mike Taylor talks us through his new e-book Click!

Available from Amazon, his book aims to make you a better photographer. Get a flavour for how it's going to do that, from page 118.

Digital Darkroom tutorials for January guide you through some creative editing techniques for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2.

Tool School (pictured, above) offers a step-by-step tutorial for using Google’s Nano Banana image-editing module in Adobe Photoshop. Our tutor James Paterson asked a seven-year-old to show how it's done, and the results are essential reading.

Also this month, our Get the Look tutorial shows you how to make pictures of Golden Hour pop using Adobe Photoshop (pictured, above).

January's Kit Zone kicks off with a full test of the Fujifilm X-E5 – the brand's latest offering in its X-E line of compact cameras.

The fifth iteration of this rangefinder-style mirrorless fixes some of its forebear’s issues while receiving some meaningful upgrades, like putting film simulations within easy reach. Read our verdict from page 106.

Also reviewed this month are the Lumix S1 IIE full-frame mirrorless, which loses some of the top speeds of its S1 II sibling to make it more affordable and widen its appeal, and the Laowa 200mm f/2 AF FF, a new telephoto prime for Canon EF, Nikon Z and Sony E lens mounts.

And our reviews section concludes with a full test of Affinity, the image editor formerly known as Affinity Photo.

Now owned by software company Canva, the basic version of Affinity is free – to access its advanced AI tools, a paid subscription is required. Get our verdict on this reimagined software on page 116.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

January’s bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 21 minutes of video tutorials, 159 software extras for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2, and a camera buying guide ebook with more than 250 pages.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 302 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering wildlife, landscapes, macro – and more!
• 21 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 159 bonus software extras (Actions, presets and more) for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

A photo that’s sharp where it needs to be will feel professional, says regular contributor Andrew James, in this month’s cover feature.

And while sharpness isn’t the primary goal for some creative styles, if softness is undermining the content of your photos, then you can get a technique refresher from page 54.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

December's Photo Active has 10 all-new projects for you to try, from photographing penguins and model villages to capturing winter seascapes (pictured, above).

Plus, you can discover how to capture still photographs that mimic the visual look of acclaimed film director Wes Anderson.

This is adapted from a new book titled 'Shoot Like Wes' by Adam Woodward and Liz Seabrook and published by White Lion Publishing (ISBN 978-0-7112-9680-0, priced $22/£16.99).

Other projects this month include learning how to photograph the ice-based sport of curling, and having fun mixing 3D objects with 2D sketches and artistic elements.

And from the illuminated huts selling gifts to illuminated fairground rides, we show you how to take pictures at a Christmas market (pictured, above).

'Long exposures' is the theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge, so whether they're from water, glass, metal or anything else, we want to see your best shot. You can find all the details in project 10, on page 40.

Other highlights in December's Digital Camera

December's Digital Camera Apprentice sees us head to a deer park to photograph the action of stag rutting season, in the company of professional wildlife photographer Dan Mold.

The Apprentice formula is simple: we pair a pro photographer with an enthusiastic reader who wants to improve their photography of a given genre or subject. Turn to page 8 to see how the day panned out.

Camera Clinic continues, as we kick off a mini-series about getting creative with camera kit or settings.

For the first part, which starts on page 74, Will Cheung goes deep with all you need to know about getting creative with camera lenses.

From picking up some simple accessories to help get the most out of your optics to nine creative techniques you could try, this edition of Camera Clinic will help you build a signature visual style.

This month's Hotshots gallery showcases the category winners from the Cewe Photo Award 2025 – the world's biggest photo competition, with nearly 657,000 images entered.

See what it takes to impress the prestigious judging panel and walk away with a fabulous prize package worth approximately $20,000/£15,000.

For December's interview, we speak to Toby Binder, winner of the Documentary category in the Sony World Photography Awards 2025 Professional competition.

His series Divided Youth of Belfast, photographed in black and white, saw Toby return to locations he has been documenting for a number of years. He takes us behind the scenes of the project, from page 116.

Digital Darkroom tutorials for December walk you through some creative editing techniques for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2.

Discover how to use Adobe Photoshop to experiment with vintage photographic film effects (pictured, above), and learn how to use a monochrome conversion in Adobe Lightroom to save a landscape photo that isn't quite working.

Also this month, the Tool School tutorial walks you through using Adobe Photoshop to correct converging verticals in architectural photography, then using generative AI to fill the gaps (pictured, above).

December's Kit Zone opens with a full field and lab test of the Canon EOS R1 – the brand's latest flagship camera.

Developed for professional action and sports photographers, this full-frame mirrorless is packed with cutting-edge tech for users who can't afford to miss any shots. Read our verdict from page 106.

A brace of lens reviews this month includes the Nikkor Z 24‑70mm f/2.8 S II, a standard zoom that aims to improve on its impressive predecessor, and the Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD superzoom for APS-C-sensor cameras that use Canon RF, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z or Sony E mounts.

And we conclude our reviews with a full test of the latest version of leading plug-ins suite DxO Nik Collection. Compatible with software including Photoshop, Lightroom Classic and Affinity Photo, see how you could integrate the benefits of Nik Collection 8 in your workflow, on page 114.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

December’s bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 24 minutes of video tutorials, 29 software extras for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2, and a camera buying guide ebook with more than 250 pages.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 301 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, wildlife, action – and more!
• 24 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 29 bonus software extras (Actions and presets) for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

Issue 300 of Digital Camera is on sale now! To celebrate reaching this milestone, we've put together a mega-giveaway of fabulous photography prizes (UK readers only, see page 96), plus a mega-pack of 410 software extras for every reader (see page 91).

November's cover feature is a masterclass in how to combine composition and lighting to capture your best-ever landscape photos. Pro photographer Andrew James is your expert guide.

Discover how to use a range of techniques to create compositions with impact, including the rule of thirds, foreground interest, light and movement. Turn to page 52 to get started.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

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Photo Active features 10 all-new projects to shoot and create this month, covering architecture, conkers, foxes, motorbikes – and more.

With this fall expected to be more of a colorful one than usual, in the UK at least, we're taking you for a walk in the woods to reveal five ways to shoot the beauty of trees, leaves and flowers.

Plus, we offer a workaround for offsetting drab and gray skies in landscape views, by showing you how to use foreground interest to balance the composition (pictured, above).

'Cityscapes' is the theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge, so whether taken during the day or at night, we want to see your best shot. You can find all the details in project 10, on page 40.

Other highlights in November's Digital Camera

For this month's Digital Camera Apprentice we travel to the Baltic state of Estonia, to visit a brand new luxury photo hide complex, in the company of wildlife photographer and Sony ambassador Paul Browning.

Paul acts as a photographic mentor for keen reader Kate Peskett, sharing his insights on the bird photography that has earned him a big following on Instagram. See how Kate gets on, from page 8.

As the nights are closing in, what better time for a primer – and refresher – on low-light photography? Follow Will Cheung’s expert advice and you might find yourself preferring shooting in low light to full sunlight.

With tips for the best equipment to use, and a batch of inspirational photo ideas, plus some vital dos and don'ts, Camera Clinic can be found on page 64.

November's Hotshots gallery showcases the winning entries of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year Awards 17. For some photos that are out of this world, turn to page 44.

This month's interview sees us chat to the founder of Remembering Wildlife, the renowned wildlife conservation initiative that uses photography to highlight the plight of endangered species around the world.

Having just published the 10th book, Margot looks back over the first decade of Remembering Wildlife, and considers why the series has resonated so much.

Digital Darkroom tutorials for November walk you through some creative editing techniques for Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2.

Discover AI-assisted editing techniques for creating beautiful mono conversions (pictured, above), and learn how to use Lightroom’s Lens Blur feature to defocus the background in a portrait photo.

In other Digital Darkroom tutorials, you can learn four ways to boost clarity and detail in Photoshop (pictured, above) while users of Affinity Photo can find out how to create a 1950s-style pulp fiction magazine cover by compositing two images and adding text and effects.

November's camera and accessory reviews include a full test of the Lumix S9, a full-frame camera that's pitched at content creators. But how compelling is its offering for stills photographers? Turn to page 106 to find out.

Leading camera drone manufacturer DJI recently released the Mini 5 Pro, a sub-250g drone that's packed with high-end features, including a bigger camera and imaging sensor and a new LiDAR sensor system. Our review is set for take-off on page 110.

Third-party lens maker Sigma has just released another innovative optic. Available for L-Mount and Sony E-mount (FE), the Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS Sports is like two or three telephoto and super-telephoto prime lenses rolled into one. We recently gave it a real-world test – see how it fared from page 114.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

November’s bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 23 minutes of video tutorials, 410 software extras for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2, and a camera buying guide ebook with more than 250 pages.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 300 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering wildlife, landscapes, macro – and more!
• 23 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 260 bonus software extras (Actions and presets) for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 150 retro-themed edges, overlays, light leaks, LUTs and Actions
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Golden season is here, so our October issue offers you a batch of autumn photo projects that can be enjoyed both outdoors and indoors – turn to page 54.

From reflections to leaves, and from mushrooms to fireworks, there's a compelling blend of creative projects to tackle, curated by photographer and writer Dan Mold.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

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October's Photo Active contains more ideas to try at this time of year. Discover how to capture the majesty of medieval manor houses (pictured, above), and get a step-by-step guide to photographing fungi.

Ever tried to bag an action shot of a cormorant while it's feeding? If not, we have a recipe for success – everything you need to know can be found in project seven, on page 36 (pictured, above).

Other projects this month include photographing heather-clad hills and incorporating lanes and country roads in your landscape images. And we conclude our series of extracts from Richard Garvey-Williams' Mastering Composition book.

'Reflections' is the theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge, so whether they're from water, glass, metal or anything else, we want to see your best shot. You can find all the details in project 10, on page 42.

Other highlights in October's Digital Camera

This month's Digital Camera Apprentice sees us make for the windswept coast of Yorkshire in England, to catch the action at 'Seabird City', aka the RSPB Bempton Cliffs nature reserve.

The Apprentice formula is simple: we pair a professional photographer with an enthusiastic reader who wants to improve their photography of a given genre or subject.

Leading international wildlife photographer Ellie Rothnie spent a day at Bempton Cliffs with reader Owen Eaton, in search of puffins, gannets and more – see how he got on from page 8.

Peak travel time might be over for the year, but for anyone planning getaways with their camera in the shoulder season, then we have chapter and verse on how to take epic photographs while you're away.

Will Cheung is on hand with his expert advice for satisfying your wanderlust and coming home with pictures you'll be proud of.

From kit choice to inspirational photo ideas, plus essential dos and don'ts, Camera Clinic is a must-read. Turn to page 74 to get started.

October's interview sees us go behind the scenes of a long-form photography project that was recognized at the Sony World Photography Awards 2025.

Memories of Dust, by the French/Texan photographer Alex Bex, explores the stereotype of a 'real man', as partly created by visual media, in the cowboy culture of the Western US.

Two years in the making – so far – the project placed third in the Documentary category of the Professional competition. Find out more about Memories of Dust, and how Alex captured it, from page 116.

Digital Darkroom tutorials for October walk you through some creative editing techniques for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2.

Discover how to use Adobe Photoshop to harness the power of Curves layers (pictured, above), and learn how to pop and sharpen photographs in Adobe Lightroom.

Another new feature of Photoshop comes under scrutiny (pictured, above), as we explain how to use the new Harmonize tool.

Harmonize uses AI to alter the subject to match another scene, adjusting the lighting and color so that the person or object seems as though it was shot under the same conditions as its new surroundings.

And we conclude our DxO PhotoLab 8 tutorial series with a look at batch processing raw files. (Missed one of the six parts? Then see below to find out how to purchase back issues of Digital Camera.)

If you don't own DxO PhotoLab, you can take advantage of an opportunity to get 15% off any DxO software until 31 December 2025. For details of this exclusive offer for Digital Camera World readers, see page 93.

October's Kit Zone section kicks off with a field and lab test of the OM System OM-5 Mark II. Geared towards outdoor photography, this camera is light and compact and can be used with the enormous range of Micro Four Thirds lenses.

Clever computational photography features can be accessed from a dedicated button, so great outdoor shots can be captured even if you've left your tripod or filters at home. Turn to page 104 to read our real-world verdict.

Our other main review is the Fujifilm X half, a digital version of a half-frame film camera (remember them?). Styled like the extremely popular Fujifilm X100VI, the X half sports a Film Camera Mode, where the user can choose between 36, 54 or 72 'exposures' then shoot all the frames before being able to review any of the images.

Thirteen of Fujifilm's celebrated film simulations are available in the X half and they can be selected via the vertical screen on the rear. Read the review from page 108.

Lens reviews lead with the Sony FE 50-150mm F2 G Master, which sees the brand continue to challenge conventions. A full f-stop faster than a 70-200mm f/2.8 lens, the FE 50-150mm's focal range could make this telephoto a wise buy for event and wedding photography. See how good this lens is on page 114.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

October’s bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 20 minutes of video tutorials, 19 software extras for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2, and a camera buying guide ebook with more than 250 pages.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 299 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering action, wildlife, landscapes – and more!
• 20 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 19 bonus software extras (Actions and presets) for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Our September issue takes a trip to the coast, so to turn the tide with your outdoor photography, head straight for page 52.

From the clifftop to the water’s edge, explore the treasure trove of photographic subjects that awaits by the sea. Andrew James is your captain for this mission.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Another series of creative projects appears in September's Photo Active. Discover how to make the most of a trip to an old fishing harbour (pictured, above), and learn how to take winning photos of lawn bowls.

If you'd like to learn how to bag cracking captures of kestrels in flight, or improve on what you've shot in the past, then project nine has got it covered (pictured, above). Learn the essential techniques from page 88.

Other projects this month include shooting a still-life at home, using old perfume bottles, putting yourself in the picture with a self-portrait in the landscape, and we continue our series of extracts from Richard Garvey-Williams' Mastering Composition book.

The theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge is sports, so we want to see your best shot of single-player, two-player or team sports. You can find all the details in project 10, on page 40.

Other highlights in September's Digital Camera

It's game on for Digital Camera Apprentice, with a trip to the south-east coast of England for the Lexus Eastbourne Open tennis tournament.

The formula is simple: we pair a professional photographer with an enthusiastic reader who wants to improve their photography of a given genre or subject.

This month we're privileged to be able to call on Marc Aspland, the chief sports photographer of The Times and The Sunday Times, and glean his insights for photographing tennis.

Turn to page 8 to see how reader Neeraj Beri fares, and how he applies Marc's expert advice to his day's photography.

Good photos don't grow on trees, but trees can make awesome pictures, says Will Cheung. And that's the theme of his Camera Clinic masterclass for September.

Find out everything you need for arboreal adventures with your camera – from what to photograph, how to photograph it and the kit you need to take. Turn to page 74 to get started.

For September's interview, we chat to international maternity portrait photographer Donatella Nicolini. Her distinctive style, achieved by shooting exclusively in a studio, makes her subjects appear as though they belong on the pages of high-end fashion magazines.

She tells us about her career to date, and why her photographic practice is all about empowering women by celebrating their strength. Read the interview from page 118.

Five new Digital Darkroom tutorials will guide you through some creative editing techniques for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2.

Discover how to use Adobe Photoshop to adjust the luminance in photos of landscapes (pictured, above), and learn how to use the same software's new Generative Upscale tool to give low-res images a resolution boost.

September's Lightroom tutorial (pictured, above) explains how to make golden-hour portrait photographs glow, and our tutorial series covering DxO PhotoLab 8 continues with a look at noise reduction.

This leading subscription-free image editing program is being covered over six issues of the magazine – this month, see how you can work with color in PhotoLab 8. (Missed an issue? See below for how to purchase back issues of Digital Camera.)

If you don't own DxO PhotoLab, then you can take advantage of an opportunity to get 15% off any DxO software until 31 December 2025. For details of this exclusive offer for Digital Camera World readers, see page 93.

September's reviews section kicks off with a full test of the Fujifilm GFX 100RF medium-format camera. Taking styling cues from the outrageously popular Fujifilm X100VI, the GFX 100RF targets documentary and travel photographers looking for high resolution in a portable package.

Turn to page 102 to find out if Fujifilm could have another hit on its hands.

Panasonic is refreshing its S1 line of full-frame mirrorless cameras. The Lumix S1 II is the successor to 2019's S1 and as you'd expect there are substantial changes.

A new sensor, the adoption of phase hybrid autofocus and enhanced in-body image stabilization mark it out from its predecessor – read our tester's verdict from page 106.

Another exciting new product to have launched of late is the Sigma 17-40mm F1.8 DC Art lens, for APS-C sensor cameras, which is available for four different lens mounts.

More than a full f-stop faster than conventional 'trinity' zooms, this new optic will be ideal for applications ranging from landscapes and documentary work to travel and portraits. Find out more on page 112.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

September’s bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 23 minutes of video tutorials, 15 software extras for Lightroom, Photoshop and Affinity Photo 2, and a 196-page landscape photography ebook.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 298 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, wildlife, action – and more!
• 23 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 15 bonus software extras (Actions and presets) for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Our August issue explores the art of macro – how to capture close-ups of critters and creatures.

Turn to page 52 for a series of tutorials with macro maestro Tony North, including fieldcraft, composition, focusing and sharpness, focus stacking – and more!

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Another series of seasonal projects appears in Photo Active, including how to make double exposure photos in-camera (pictured, above), and creating abstract images using smoke and mirrors.

Plus, why don't you attend an outdoor festival and see how many different perspectives you can capture with just one lens – that's what we did (pictured, above). See the results from page 28.

Other projects this month include surfing, seals and making the most of lavender season, and we continue our series of adaptations from Richard Garvey-Williams' Mastering Composition book.

The theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge is portraits, so we want to see your best shot of people and groups in any setting (except sports). Find all the details in project 10, on page 40.

Other highlights in August's Digital Camera

This month sees the launch of a new series – Digital Camera Apprentice, which will be familiar to readers of our former sister magazines N Photo and Photo Plus.

The idea is simple: we pair a professional photographer with an enthusiastic reader who wants to improve their photography of a given genre or subject.

For the first Apprentice, we visit Brands Hatch to cover the Historic Masters Festival in the company of motorsports photographer Michal Pospisil. Turn to page 8 to see how reader Joel Holland gets on, and what he learns from Michal.

The hustle and bustle of urban life is a panorama of photographic opportunities – especially when leading photographer Will Cheung is recommending what to shoot.

His 8-page Camera Clinic masterclass starts from page 70 and is full of advice about kit, what to look for on the streets, and some handy dos and don'ts to bear in mind.

Helen Bartlett is a top British family photographer and Canon ambassador who captures the tender moments of growing up exclusively in black and white.

We find out more about her reasons for making this creative choice, and how she approaches shoots with her clients, from page 116.

Five new Digital Darkroom tutorials will walk you through some creative editing techniques for Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2.

Discover how Lightroom can improve captures of the Northern Lights (pictured, above) and how Photoshop can automatically remove people who have photobombed your landscape shots.

Our Get the Look tutorial invites you to play with Photoshop’s hue, saturation and color tools, while our tutorial series covering DxO PhotoLab 8 continues.

This leading subscription-free image editing program is being covered over six issues of the magazine – this month, see how you can work with color in PhotoLab 8.

If you don't own DxO PhotoLab, then you can take advantage of an opportunity to get 15% off any DxO software until 31 December 2025. For details of this exclusive offer for Digital Camera readers, see page 89.

August's reviews section leads on the OM System OM-3, a camera that could make you fall in love with photography again, according to our reviewer.

Don't underestimate the OM-3's retro styling – inside the case, this 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds mirrorless is crammed with the latest computational photography smarts, which could transform your shooting outdoors.

These clever features include software-powered neutral density and grad filters, High Res Shot mode, focus stacking and multiple-exposure shooting. Read our verdict on the OM-3 from page 104.

DxO PureRAW is one of the best raw processing programs on the market, and we assess what the newly launched version 5 has to offer.

Remember that you can get 15% off any DxO software until 31 December 2025. For details of this exclusive offer for Digital Camera readers, see page 89.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

August’s bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 21 minutes of video tutorials, 23 software extras for Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2, and a 196-page landscape photography ebook.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 297 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, wildlife, macro – and more!
• 21 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom and Photoshop
• 23 bonus software extras (Actions, presets, profiles and gradients) for Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2
• 196-page landscape photography ebook worth £14.99!
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

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Getting a photography magazine is a great way to help improve your picture-taking knowledge, and to keep up with the latest kit and trends - and they make a great gift...

Produced by the same team that bring you this website, we will send the magazine direct to your door as soon as it is printed - and we'll give you free access to the digital edition too, so you can read your magazine (and past issues) on your phone, tablet or computer.

We'll send the magazine direct to your door as soon as it is printed - and we'll give you free access to the digital edition too, so you can read your magazine (and our archive of over 200 past issues) on your phone, tablet or computer.

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The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Ahead of the summer holidays rush, our July issue focuses on travel – how to tell the stories of places and the people who live there.

Turn to page 50 for tutorials covering street and market life, taking portraits of the locals and improving your captures at the editing stage.

Plus, drawing on work he has captured in exotic locations around the world, renowned travel photographer Thibault Gerbaldi shares his top tips for photographing landscapes.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Photo Active presents another batch of inspiring projects, starting off with how to photograph windmills and watermills (pictured, above).

Other creative ideas include learning how not to miss the action when shooting a tennis match, capturing ducks on water and making sun prints.

You'll also learn how to take photographs of trees using various intentional camera movement techniques (pictured, above).

The theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge is wildlife. So to get printed in the magazine, send us your best shot of birds, foxes and big cats (but not the smaller one you might have at home). You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 36.

Other highlights in July's Digital Camera

For this month's One to One pro masterclass, we travel to Utah – well, somewhere in the UK that looks a lot like it – for an outdoor shoot with leading British boudoir photographer Emma Finch.

Teaming up with one of her long-term model collaborators for a 'couture in nature' natural-light shoot, you can see what they crafted from page 8.

Oh, we do like to be beside the seaside… and so does Will Cheung. That's the topic of this month's Camera Clinic, an 8-page masterclass on shooting summer fun on the coast.

With advice about the kit you need to take, plus what to shoot when you get there, book your ticket for a photo walk on the beach, from page 72.

The Travel Photographer of the Year Awards is open for entries now. One of the leading international photo competitions, it has been running since 2003.

But there's more to travel photography than meets the eye – it certainly isn't just about having a camera and a ticket to go somewhere.

Fortunately, the founder of TPOTY is on hand to tell you more. Turn to page 118 for our exclusive interview with photographer and educator Chris Coe.

Five new Digital Darkroom tutorials will guide you through some creative editing techniques for Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2.

Discover how to warm up outdoor summer portraits in Lightroom (pictured, above) and how to recreate the colour schemes found in your favorite Old Master paintings.

And the Photoshop-focused Get the Look tutorial shows four ways to create black and white conversions.

Plus, our new tutorial series covering DxO PhotoLab 8 continues. It's a leading subscription-free image editing program and over six issues of the magazine we're walking you through the basics – and beyond. This month, learn how to investigate the options in the Light palette.

If you don't own DxO PhotoLab, then you can take advantage of an opportunity to get 15% off any DxO software until 31 December 2025. For details of this exclusive offer for Digital Camera readers, see page 91.

July's equipment reviews include the Sigma BF, a radical new camera concept from the leading third-party lens manufacturer.

With its clean lines and stripped-back design, the BF aims to be something to reach for instead of your camera phone. Turn to page 104 to read our full test of this exciting new mirrorless.

Also tested this month is the Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 S, a new fast prime for Nikon Z mirrorless cameras.

Its price is pretty substantial, but superb handling and scintillating performance doesn't come cheap – find out more from page 108.

For anyone curious about photo-culling and library management software, you'll find our review of the latest version of Excire Foto of interest.

This program uses AI to do all the heavy lifting – see what happened when we fed it a sizeable library of travel photos and asked Excire Foto 2025 to sift through it.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

July’s bonus gifts comprise nine photo tips cards, 23 minutes of video tutorials, 26 software extras for Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2, and a camera buying guide ebook.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 296 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, action, wildlife – and more!
• 23 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom and Photoshop
• 26 Actions, presets and borders for Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Go time traveling with your camera this month, as we showcase 10 ways to photograph historic scenes in the countryside or built environment.

From standing stones and castles, to seaside structures and steam railways – and more – discover how shooting the past can give your outdoor images an extra dimension.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Photo Active presents another batch of inspiring projects, starting with fruit-splash fun (pictured, above).

Other creative ideas include making a pinhole camera, photographing street musicians in full flow, and learning some expert tips for capturing the majesty of brown pelicans.

You'll also learn the best way of documenting the action scenes at a military reenactment, and in a nod to our cover feature, how to combine astrophotography with historic scenic views.

The theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge is pretty open-ended – music. So to get printed in the magazine, send us your best shot of music being performed or enjoyed. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 36.

Other highlights in June's Digital Camera

Long-term readers of Digital Camera will remember The Perimeter, a column by architectural and landscape photographer Quintin Lake that ran between 2016 and 2020.

Now the project the column was based on has been turned into a substantial new photography book. We find out all about it from the man himself, in Pro in Focus on page 8.

Getting up close – and closer still – to your subjects is the theme of this month's Camera Clinic, an 8-page masterclass about macro photography.

Your expert tutor Will Cheung tells you how to get started in a genre that has grown substantially in popularity in recent years. Get ready to see the world in a whole new way, from page 64.

There are plenty of books covering the history of photography on the market, but this is one of the best we've seen.

With the development of the medium set out in chronological order, accompanied by oodles of photo trivia that will give you the jump on your rivals in the camera club's annual quiz, treat yourself to a copy of David Young's A Brief History of Photography.

We chat to the author to find out how the book came together, in Behind the Lens on page 102.

Five new Digital Darkroom tutorials will walk you through some creative editing techniques for Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2.

We show you how to enhance photographs of landscapes with the masking tools found in Adobe Photoshop (above), make linear sunset shots glow using Lightroom, and how working on pixel-based layers in Photoshop can expand your creative possibilities.

Plus, we recently launched a new tutorial series covering DxO PhotoLab 8 – a leading image editing program which is available without a subscription.

The series continues by looking at a typical workflow that uses some of the most common functions.

If you don't own DxO PhotoLab, then we've got your back – take advantage of an opportunity to get 15% off any DxO software until 31 December 2025. For details of this exclusive offer for Digital Camera readers, see page 92.

June's equipment reviews include the Nikon Z5 II, an update of the brand's entry point to full-frame mirrorless photography.

But there's nothing budget about the specs of this new body, as it shares some of the cutting-edge tech used in the more expensive Nikon Z 6III – turn to page 106 to see how the Z5 II performs in our real-world testing.

Also tested this month is the Fujinon XF16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II, the latest version of a range-topping standard zoom for Fujifilm X Series cameras.

Plus, the photo and video powerhouse that is the Canon EOS R5 Mark II was recently lab tested. These results appear in a four-page review from page 110.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

June’s bonus gifts comprise nine photo tips cards, 23 minutes of video tutorials, 19 software extras for Photoshop and Lightroom, and a camera buying guide ebook.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with issue 295 of Digital Camera:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering wildlife, landscapes, action – and more!
• 23 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom and Photoshop
• 19 Actions, presets and macros for Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

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The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

It’s all about nature and wildlife this month, with a masterclass on photographing the fauna near your – or further afield.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

There are more inspiring projects in Photo Active, including how to photograph seasonal wreaths, use the intentional camera movement (ICM) technique when capturing cityscapes, and taking macro images of the bugs that are waking up in spring.

Plus, we visit a safari park to document the imposing majesty of big cats, and offer some top tips for photographing industrial architecture – in this case, power stations.

The theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge is farm or country life, so to get printed in the magazine, send us your best shot. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 38.

Other highlights in May's Digital Camera

Find out how award-winning landscape photographer Andy Gray captures his photos of valleys and woodlands, as we join him for a photo walk in England's Peak District. Turn to One to One on page 8.

Taking photos into the light, as opposed to having the sun behind you, can add drama and impact to your captures.

And that's the subject of this month's Camera Clinic. Contre-jour, as the practice is known, opens up a range of creative possibilities, as your expert tutor Will Cheung explains.

Iconic camera brand Leica celebrates its centenary in 2025, and some of the leading professionals who use its cameras are helping to celebrate the milestone.

Photojournalist Barbara Davidson and the legendary Joel Meyerowitz are two of them, and we spoke to them for this month's interview. Turn to page 116.

The results are in for our Remembering Wildlife reader competition. View the 20 winning entries and find out when you can buy the forthcoming book, 10 Years of Remembering Wildlife, and do your bit for conservation.

Five new Digital Darkroom tutorials will walk you through some creative editing techniques for Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2.

We show you how to improve underwhelming sunset photos, use Adobe Camera Raw for processing jpegs, and give 'straight' photos a creative ICM makeover.

Plus, we launch a new tutorial series covering DxO PhotoLab 8. A leading image editing program, it's available without a subscription.

Our series starts with a look at the key features – turn to page 86.

Kit reviews this month include the Sony A1 II, the latest iteration of the manufacturer's flagship camera.

With 50.1MP of resolution on tap, supported by the latest tech, the A1 II is a real all-rounder. But the addition of automatic subject detection autofocus could be a game-changer – see how it performs in our real-world testing.

The Nikon Coolpix P1100 is an update of a bridge camera launched in 2018. We put its astonishing 125x optical zoom under fresh scrutiny.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

May’s bonus gifts comprise nine photo tips cards, 17 minutes of video tutorials, nine Actions and a preset for Photoshop and Lightroom, and a camera buying guide ebook.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with Digital Camera's May 2025 issue:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, wildlife, macro – and more!
• 17 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom and Photoshop
• Nine Actions and a preset for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

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The last-ever PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine Spring issue 229 is on sale now! You can buy the final edition from newsagents and supermarkets - or direct from our online store.

“It’s with a heavy heart I have to announce we’ve made the very difficult decision to close the magazine, so this will be the last-ever issue," explains PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine editor, Peter Travers.

"I’ve worked on every issue, from the launch issue 1 back in 2007 – when the Canon EOS 400D became hugely popular as an affordable entry-level camera", Pete explains. "We were lucky to become an instant success ourselves, as the only monthly Canon magazine for every EOS enthusiast.

"You, the keen Canon photographers around the world, took us into your hearts, and never let go.

We would like to thank you for your loyalty and unwavering support over the years, and we hope that we have inspired you to get the most from your Canon camera to improve photography".

Inside our last-ever issue...

In this final issue, we celebrate 18 glorious years as the No.1 Canon magazine, looking back at our best moments from our early issues from 2007-2010 up to 2023-2025, and everything in between. It’s been fun to go down memory lane, see the old Canon EOS cameras we used to get excited about, and the adventurous articles we created.

Also inside, our last-ever PhotoPlus Apprentice gets tasty tuition from Canon pro photographer JP Baudey, learning how to take edible images of food at a fine-dining restaurant in Bristol.

There are also our last photo projects in Canon Skills, our final interview with a Canon pro, your last Photo Stories, and the last Canon School and EOS SOS regulars.

We will continue to live on through our site DigitalCameraWorld.com, where you can find regular Canon updates, thousands of tips, deals, reviews and buying advice.

From me and the PhotoPlus team, and everyone who’s contributed to the past 229 magazines, thank you.

It’s been an honour to serve you all.

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The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Spring has finally sprung so dust off your camera, grab a lens or two and get busy with some of the seasonal creative ideas in this month’s cover feature.

From bluebell woods to butterflies, plus ducklings and daffodils, our techniques will help you blossom as a photographer.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Another selection of Photo Active projects has sprung this month. Learn how to create and photograph a Cold War submarine scene, capture caterpillars, shoot jellyfish and document the wonder of Neolithic remains.

Plus, if you go down to the coast today, learn how to take your best-ever photographs of the lighthouses that helped keep our shipping off the rocks.

The theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge is long exposures, so to be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher towards Cewe Wall Art, send us your best shot. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 38.

Other highlights in Spring's Digital Camera

For this month's One to One pro masterclass, we go behind the scenes of a themed portraits shoot at Allerton Castle in England – find out how attending an event like this can transform your portraiture skills.

Camera Clinic continues with a monochrome masterclass – it's time to leave our colourful world behind, says Will Cheung.

Packed with pro technique tips and expert insights, you'll discover which subjects make great black and white images, and some of the accessories that can help you shoot them.

Green-fingered photographers can glean some invaluable insights into high-end garden photography this month, in our interview with Jason Ingram.

A leading British garden photographer, Ingram has just published his first book, and he tells us all about it from page 116.

Five image editing tutorials appear in Spring's Digital Darkroom, covering Photoshop, Lightroom, Affinity Photo 2 and NX Studio.

Get the Look (above) walks you through boosting dramatic landscape photographs using Adobe Photoshop.

Plus, discover how to use contrast masking in Adobe Lightroom to draw the viewer's eye to a specific part of a photo – our expert Sean McCormack shows you how it's done.

This month’s camera and accessory reviews include the Leica SL3-S, a 24.6MP full-frame mirrorless that's the brand's fastest-ever camera – it can shoot 30fps bursts with full autofocus.

But is the SL3-S Leica's best mirrorless? Turn to page 100 to find out.

Other reviews in the Spring issue include the Viltrox AF 135mm F1.8 LAB lens for Nikon's Z mount and Sony E-mount, and we assess the improvements that feature in the latest version of Radiant Photo editing software.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

Spring’s bonus gifts include nine photo tips cards, 27 minutes of video tutorials and two ebooks.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with Digital Camera's Spring 2025 issue:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, travel, wildlife – and more!
• 27 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom and Photoshop
• 30 Actions, LUTs, presets and brushes for Photoshop and Lightroom
• The Black & White Photography Book – 164-page ebook
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

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The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

The days are starting to get longer, so it's time to start thinking about venturing outdoors again with your camera.

And we have an ideal way of getting prepared – our cover feature has 10 expert tutorials for making 2025 your best-ever year for landscapes.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Photo Active presents a batch of inspiring creative ideas for March. Try shooting a still-life using Lego bricks – from building the set to photographing it, professional toy photographer Benedek Lampert takes you through the process.

Also this month, take a tramp through a muddy field to capture Highland cows, learn how to shoot shipwrecks and take tender photographs of family groups.

The theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge is bad weather, so to be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher towards Cewe Wall Art, send us your best shot. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 36.

Other highlights in April's Digital Camera

Leading international dog photographer Kaylee Greer takes us behind the scenes of her latest project, finding homes for long-term shelter dogs using the power of photography.

The Greatest Adventure initiative has seen Greer and her colleagues travel 10,000 miles across the US, visiting shelters and taking their longest-term resident for a great day out – filming and photographing the fun and using the material to publicise the dog's story. Find out more in Pro in Focus.

Camera Clinic turns its lens on photo projects and why having one or more on the go is so important in your development as a photographer.

Will Cheung is a big advocate of photo projects, so who better to guide you through the process – how to come up with a theme, how to shoot it, and more.

If you're based in the UK, then The Photography & Video Show opens its doors on 8 March, for four days at the ExCeL London venue.

To offer a flavor of what some of the leading speakers will be covering, we have curated an interview special with Scott Kelby, Courtney Victoria, Josh Dury, Sujata Setia and Colin Prior.

Six more image editing tutorials await in Digital Darkroom, covering Lightroom, Photoshop, Affinity Photo 2 and NX Studio.

Discover how to make lips luscious in Lightroom (above), and discover the power of Photoshop's Frame tool.

Plus, we show you how to apply four stylised high-contrast effects (three in colour and one in black and white) to images using Photoshop (above).

April’s camera and lens reviews include the Pentax K-3 III Monochrome and DxO PhotoLab 8, the latest version of this powerful image editor.

Also getting an exacting assessment this month is the Tamron 90mm F2.8 Di III Macro VXD, a landmark macro lens for DSLRs that has been ported to mirrorless cameras using Nikon Z (FX) and Sony E lens mounts.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

April’s bonus gifts comprise nine photo tips cards, 38 minutes of video tutorials, a camera gear ebook and 26 Actions, frames and presets for Photoshop and Lightroom.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with Digital Camera's April 2025 issue:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering wildlife, landscapes, astro – and more!
• 38 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom, Photoshop and ON1 Photo RAW
• 26 software extras for Photoshop and Lightroom
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

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The new PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine April issue 228 is on sale now! 50% discount on UK subscriptions!

Welcome to the No.1 Canon magazine, we’re here to help you to improve your Canon EOS camera skills, and advise you on the best Canon kit to buy. Here's what's in the new No.1 Canon Magazine + FREE videos + FREE ebook...

Ahh, the Great Outdoors. We know that outdoor photography is incredibly popular with our Canon enthusiast readership, so this issue we’ve got a special Outdoor Photography guide. Better still, it’s with one of the world’s best landscape and nature photographers, Canon professional Guy Edwardes. Check out his amazing photos and inspirational tips, with advice on landscapes and coastal scenes, wildlife and close-ups of nature.

Also inside, our PhotoPlus Apprentice Steve gets top tuition from Canon pro Fiona Turnbull, learning how to take stunning photos of all types of birds, on a day out at WWT Slimbridge, in Gloucestershire.

New Canon camera skills!

We have some out-of-this-world astrophotography in our gallery.

In Canon Skills, we have more photo projects, from how to capture creative photos of starling murmurations, to light painting a pair of boots at home! Plus beautiful baby portrait advice with Taylor Brady. Plus, we have new image-editing tutorials in Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo for you – all with free video guides!

We speak to award-winning beauty and fashion photographer, Amanda Akokhia.

There’s more of your new Photo Stories , and we help you master your flash photography in Canon School, and answer your technical Canon questions in EOS SOS.

We also test Canon’s best-ever sports camera, the EOS R1, with its revolutionary AI features and unbelievable autofocus power.

In Super Test, we review Canon-fit Speedlites to brighten up your life. See which is best.

Finally, don’t forget to download your free The Black & White Photography ebook, worth £15.99. Download details inside.

We're the No.1 Canon magazine, written by Canon photographers, for Canon photographers, and we cater for every Canon EOS camera user.

Every issue of our No.1 Canon Magazine is packed with essential Canon techniques, tests, tutorials and inspiration every issue – out now at all good newsagents and supermarkets.

Thank you for choosing PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine!

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The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Any readers not thrilled by the prospect of outdoor photography at this time of year will find plenty to exercise their creative muscles in our cover feature – 11 assignments to enjoy in the comfort and warmth of home.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

10 new projects to shoot, edit or create can be found in Photo Active. This month's highlights include submerging flowers in water to create an ethereal still-life effect (above), and the visual features to look for when trying to capture the charm of quaint villages.

You can also learn the best way of photographing outdoor portraits in the snow, and bagging action-packed images on the ski slopes.

Get some expert insights on long-exposure landscapes (above) and discover how to practise your macro skills by getting close-ups of a favorite timepiece.

The theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge is abstract patterns, so to be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher towards Cewe Wall Art, send us your best shot. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 38.

Other highlights in March's Digital Camera

Ahead of The Photography & Video Show in London in March, we go on a photo walk in the capital with architectural photography master Will Cheung, for our One to One pro masterclass.

Focusing on landmarks that are easily reached by public transport from the ExCeL show venue, we watch how an expert creates a set of memorable cityscape photos.

March's Hotshots gallery showcases the winning entries of the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2024 photo competition – prepare to be amused from page 42.

Our Camera Clinic series continues, with everything you need to know about the creative possibilities offered by your mirrorless or DSLR.

Will Cheung walks you through various techniques, including multiple exposures, focus bracketing and time-lapse photography. You'll also learn how to use in-camera filters, mixing up aspect ratios, adapting old lenses on new cameras, and more!

Esteemed American photographer Eric Meola is in the interview hot seat to discuss his latest book, Bending Light: The Moods of Color.

Meola has curated a collection of work taken during a career spanning five decades – but as much as being a retrospective of his output, Bending Light is also a book about his love for color photography.

Our Digital Darkroom editing section serves up another raft of tutorials covering major software applications Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo 2.

Get the Look (pictured, above) shows you how to make wildlife subjects stand out from their backgrounds using Photoshop.

And in the first of a batch of tutorials covering NX Studio (an image editor for users of Nikon cameras), we take you through fixing converging verticals and wonky perspectives.

Camera and accessory reviews this month include the Nikon Z50 II, an update of the brand's APS-C mirrorless which launched in 2019.

Packing a newer and more powerful image processor than its predecessor, the Z50 II is a serious piece of kit for enthusiast photographers and content creators alike – see how it performed in our real-world testing from page 104.

Other products getting assessed this month include the Lumix FZ82D bridge camera, the 7Artisans AF 85mm f/1.8 – a budget-friendly portrait prime for Nikon Z, Sony E-mount and Leica L-Mount – and six of the best Android phones for photography.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

Bonus gifts in the March 2025 issue comprise nine photo tips cards, 28 minutes of video tutorials, a Digital Photographer Annual ebook, a camera gear ebook and 18 Actions and presets for Photoshop and Lightroom

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with Digital Camera's March 2025 issue:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, wildlife, macro – and more!
• 28 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom, Photoshop and ON1 Photo RAW
• 18 software extras for Photoshop and Lightroom
• Digital Photographer Annual (11th edition) ebook
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide ebook full of buying advice

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Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

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The new PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine March issue 227 is on sale now! 50% discount on UK subscriptions PLUS all print subscribers get FREE digital editions, with digital access to over 110 back issues worth over £90!

Welcome to the No.1 Canon magazine, we’re here to help you to improve your Canon EOS camera skills, and advise you on the best Canon kit to buy. Here's what's in the new No.1 Canon Magazine + FREE videos + FREE ebook...

To inspire you to start the year on the right track, and improve your Canon camera skills, we’ve got 25 great tips for you in 2025, from cutting-edge techniques to creative camera skills, plus how to use light in better ways.

Also inside, our PhotoPlus Apprentice and Canon pro Jeremy Flint reveal Part 2 of our special photography city break in Budapest, concentrating on the incredible architecture, both inside and outside.

New Canon camera skills!

In Canon Skills, check out our new photo projects, including how to make simple glassware look incredibly artistic with clever lighting and black or white backgrounds.

Embrace the flare when shooting winter scenes, and learn to take pretty ‘Mummy & Me’ family portraits. Plus, we give you new image-editing tutorials in Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo – all with FREE video guides!

We talk to ‘starman’ Josh Dury about his passion for astrophotography ahead of his talk at The Photography & Video Show, and there’s more of your brilliant Photo Stories

We get to grips with all things stabilized in Canon School from IS in lenses, and IBIS on Canon EOS R System mirrorless cameras.

Your tough questions are answered by our Canon expert Brian in EOS SOS.

In Super Test, we go in-depth into the best beginner upgrade lenses – the next lens you should buy to complement your basic kit lens.

Finally, don’t forget to download your free Drones The Complete Manual ebook, worth £8.99 – details inside the magazine.

We're the No.1 Canon magazine, written by Canon photographers, for Canon photographers, and we cater for every Canon EOS camera user.

If you’re not a PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine subscriber already CLICK HERE to join our Canon crew and save 50% of new UK subscription, plus FREE digital editions to all print subscribers!*This also makes sure your copy is delivered to your door every month.

Every issue of our No.1 Canon Magazine is packed with essential Canon techniques, tests, tutorials and inspiration every issue – out now at all good newsagents and supermarkets.

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This month we have another amazing issue for you, featuring professional tips, reviews, and practical how-to guides. Here's a sneak peek of what's inside!

Announcing Digital Photographer University!

This month, big things are happening on the magazine. We’re excited to announce our brand-new photography training program, Digital Photographer University. Since last year, the team has been working hard to bring you this robust syllabus of serialised features, tutorials, projects and workshops. 

The aim is simple – to provide our readers with the most complete, informative and inspirational course in professional photography of any photo magazine today. For the next 18 months, you can enjoy our series of exceptional pro-led content in our first two modules: Landscape, Travel & Architecture and Portrait, Still Life & Studio Techniques. Follow along from month to month as we build on what we’ve learned from the previous features and explore new ways to create top-level photos.

Capture incredible landscapes

To kick off the Pro Foundation part of our landscape course, head to p24 and join your tutor Jeremy Flint for 10 techniques for better scenics. Here you’ll learn what a professional landscape photographer first looks for in a landscape scene and how you can identify the most attractive elements of any location, to capture its atmosphere. 

Shoot beautiful portraits

Next, in the first feature in our Portraits, Studio, and Still-life learning track, discover essential steps to beautiful portraits with maximum impact with help from four top pro photographers and models. Learn how to manage the light on location and use the background elements to tell the story of your subject.  

Become an influencer today

Have you always wondered what it means to be a professional influencer? We caught up with Instagram star Mike Will who has answered your most burning questions about the life of a content creator. You’ll find this in our dedicated Career Advancement section of the magazine, beginning on p66. 

DP Gear of the Year Awards 2024

And don’t forget to read the culmination of our Kit Leaderboard rankings in the annual DP Gear of the Year Awards on p14. DP University is a bold and dynamic new direction for the magazine and we can’t wait for you to join us on this new adventure! 

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Photo therapy: the art of patience - why it's worth waiting!

Adapt and conquer! Learn to use lens adaptors the right way

Lighthouse photography: learn to compose images of very tall subjects

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Happy new year! Readers who use Adobe Lightroom are in for a treat this month, as our cover feature is an advanced guide to teasing the maximum benefit from your raw files using this popular editing platform.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All print subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

For those who’d like to capture some new files to edit, then some cracking seasonal projects can be found in Photo Active.

Highlights this month include shooting a pirates-themed still-life at home, channeling the Pirates of the Caribbean film you inevitably watched over the festive season, using flash to elevate your shots of winter ice-skating, and checking out the photographic opportunities at your local cathedral.

Plus, learn how to combine wildlife with snowfall for fabulous fox photos (above), shoot the awe-inspiring Northern Lights, and discover how to deal with people when practicing street photography, in the second part of our serialisation of Brian Lloyd Duckett's Street Photography Workshop book.

The theme of our latest monthly reader photo challenge is indoor still-life, so to be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher towards Cewe Wall Art, send us your best shot. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 38.

Other highlights in March's Digital Camera

In this month's One to One masterclass, you can learn how to shoot ‘sportraits’, a style that's popular in the US, with pro sports and fitness photographer James Clarke.

As the name suggests, a sportrait is essentially a portrait in sports kit, but there's more to it than that, as you can find out from page 8.

It might be midwinter, but the crisp conditions can lend themselves to amazing photos of architecture.

February's Camera Clinic offers everything you could possibly need to know about capturing this genre, with eight pages of hints, tips and expert advice from top pro Will Cheung.

Covering kit, accessories, techniques and editing, there's something new to learn, no matter how proficient a photographer you are.

Turn to Hotshots to see the world’s best wildlife photos, as we showcase the winners of Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024.

One of the most prestigious international competitions, this year witnessed some incredible images – if you're in the UK, you can catch the exhibition at the Natural History Museum in London, until 29 June.

Staying with wildlife, David duChemin is in the hot seat for this month's interview, to discuss his upcoming talk at The Photography & Video Show in London in March.

He'll be discussing his latest book, Light, Space & Time: Essays on Camera Craft and Creativity, and you can get a flavor of it from page 118.

Remember that all talks at the show this year are free. Book advance tickets now and bag a 20% discount, by using this link www.bit.ly/dcm290_tps and entering the code DCW25.

Five new software tutorials appear in February's Digital Darkroom section, covering Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo. First up, learn how to use a clever hack for detailed AI-generated fills in Photoshop, in Tool School (above).

You can also discover how to optimize smartphone shots in Photoshop, and add mood and colour to lackluster images using adjustment layers in Affinity Photo 2.

New cameras and lenses on test this month include the Fujifilm X-M5. It's stylish and compact, but how does this 26.1MP APS-C mirrorless fare in our real-world testing? Turn to page 108 to find out.

Also making their way through our lab this month are the 7Artisans 10mm F2.8 II Fish-Eye ED, which offers a 185º angle of view for Canon RF, Leica L, Nikon Z and Sony FE bodies, and the Canon RF 35mm F1.4L VCM, a mirrorless version of a popular DSLR lens.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

Bonus gifts this month comprise nine photo tips cards, 31 minutes of video tutorials, a camera gear ebook and 18 Actions and presets for Photoshop and Lightroom.

Here's the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with Digital Camera's February 2025 issue:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering wildlife, landscapes, action – and more!
• 31 minutes of video tutorials for Lightroom, Photoshop and ON1 Photo RAW
• 18 software extras for Lightroom and Photoshop
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide eBook full of buying advice

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Happy new year issue! The new PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine Feb issue 226 is on sale now! 50% discount on UK subscriptions PLUS all print subscribers get FREE digital editions, with digital access to over 110 back issues worth over £90!

Here's what's in the new No.1 Canon Magazine + FREE videos + FREE ebook...

We’re all about helping you to improve your Canon camera skills in PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, and in this issue we’ll show you how to capture better city photos in our big guide.

Also inside this issue, our lucky PhotoPlus Apprentice wins a long weekend city break in Budapest on us, for some top tuition on how to take great winter travel photos with Canon pro Jeremy Flint.

We have our PhotoPlus Canon Gear Of The Year awards, find out what’s the best Canon EOS cameras, lenses and kit.

New Canon camera skills!

In our full-to-the-brim Canon Skills section, new photo projects, from lightning photos to how to use vintage lenses on your EOS R mirrorless cameras.

It’s also the ideal time of year to work on your image editing, and we have new tutorials in Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo – all with free video guides!

We catch up with the Icelandic Explorer, Gunnar Freyr Gunnarsson, who talks about his love of travel and photography, and overcoming ADHD.

We have more of your fantastic Photo Stories.

In Canon School we explain the difference between Canon RF and EF lenses, learn all the pros and cons of each lens in our expert guide.

Plus we answer your questions in EOS SOS.

Don’t miss your free Teach Yourself Lightroom ebook worth £10.99 – download details inside the magazine.

We're the No.1 Canon magazine, written by Canon photographers, for Canon photographers, and we cater for every Canon EOS camera user.

If you’re not a PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine subscriber already CLICK HERE to join our Canon crew and save 50% of new UK subscription, plus FREE digital editions to all print subscribers!*This also makes sure your copy is delivered to your door every month.

Every issue of our No.1 Canon Magazine is packed with essential Canon techniques, tests, tutorials and inspiration every issue – out now at all good newsagents and supermarkets.

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10 ways to shoot sharper

Start this issue with our definitive guide to capturing sharper images in the dynamic world of digital photography, where megapixel counts keep climbing and screens deliver stunning resolutions. Sharpness is a topic for all photographers - whether you're shooting product photography in a controlled studio, crafting corporate headshots, or capturing that thrilling moment when a bird flies powerfully in front of your lens, sharpness is non-negotiable. Images that lack clarity simply won't cut it.

Get a winning approach 

As we embrace the dawn of a new year, our quest for inspiration and expertise leads us to the remarkable insights of the IPA POTY Awards’ category winners. In our special feature on page 36, we delve into the minds of five outstanding photographers who have mastered their craft and clinched the Photographer of the Year title across diverse genres. 

We will explore how to aim for abstract compositions with Architecture POTY winner Gleici Rufatto, delve into the craft of conceptual framing with Fine Art POTY winner Paul Szimak, learn techniques for underwater photography with Nature POTY winner Ben Yavar, focus on the subject with People POTY winner Maryam Firuzi, and discover what it takes to capture political demonstrations with Event POTY winner Chaz Niell.

Timeless beauty 

Join DP Editor Peter Fenech and professional photographer Thomas Speck as they explore the streets of Paris, uncovering the secrets to capturing iconic black-and-white city scenes. From page 14, explore essential tips for creating unique and timeless imagery from historical subjects. 

Thomas is a familiar face in the pages of Digital Photographer and has established a reputation for his classic black-and-white images of the French capital, emphasizing the emotional connections and contrasts between nature and the urban landscape.

A bite of art 

For our interview this month, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Zuzana Rainet, a food, product, and restaurant photographer based in Bratislava. We explored her innovative and award-winning food imagery, which boldly transcends the boundaries between photography and art. Zuzana shared her expertise in collaborating with diverse clients, highlighting her commitment to conveying each brand's unique story through her striking visuals, backed by her professional background in marketing.

Pro advice from the DP community

Our network of professional photographers has all the insider tips you need! In this issue, we present part two of our feature on how to become a magazine photographer. Claire Gillo shares her advice on the best sturdy tripods, and we interview photographer and graphic designer Rachael Ryder, who discusses the pros and cons of balancing the demands of two creative careers.

Photo CV 

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Photo therapy: the art of patience - why it's worth waiting!

Adapt and conquer! Learn to use lens adaptors the right way

Lighthouse photography: learn to compose images of very tall subjects

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

With the new year nearly upon us, our mega lead feature gives you 25 photographic projects that could get you kickstarted with your camera in 2025. We hope it will inspire you to get more from your photography over the coming 12 months…

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

With the days being short, and the weather often inclement Will Cheung has stayed indoors this month - offering his expertise in Camera Clinic on how to take great photographs in the comfort of your own home.

In our regular One to One feature in this issue, we shadow professional street photographer Antonio Pisani as he shares his insight and tips on how to get compelling shots in the heart of the city.

As a big bonus this issue we are offering you 241 bits of free software that you can use to enhance your editing. It is the full pack of everything we have given away over the last year.

Our reviews pages are full of reports on how we have fared with the latest gear - and the highlight here is our field and lab tests with Sony's latest mirrorless flaghip - the A9 III.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

This month’s bonus gifts include nine all-new photo tip cards, 241 software extras for Photoshop, Adobe Camera Raw and Lightroom and 28 minutes of video tutorials.

Here’s the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with Digital Camera’s January 2025 issue:

• Nine new photo tips cards 
• 28 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop, Lightroom and ON1 Photo RAW
• 241 software extras in our big software bundle
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide eBook full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

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The new PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine January issue 225 is on sale now! 50% discount on UK subscriptions PLUS all print subscribers get FREE digital editions, with digital access to over 110 back issues worth over £90!

Here's what's in the new No.1 Canon Magazine + FREE videos + FREE ebook... PLUS BIG CANON PRIZES! Join Canon Club and enter our big gear giveaway with a Canon EOS R6 Mk II and EOS R7, lenses and printers all worth over £4000!

We have a winter wildlife special for the festive season for you this issue. Winter might not seem the obvious time for wildlife photography, however, at this time of year, many different animals and birds are very active as they search for food.

So this issue, great Canon pro Drew Buckley shows you how to go wild this winter in our Canon skills guide: "From the gear to use, and core photo techniques, all the way through to my more advanced methods, plus tips on wildlife to look out for in your local area. I share my top 25 pro tips inside the Canon Magazine!"

New Canon camera skills!

We have some winning Canon images from the Wildlife Photographer Of The Year competition – see our gallery inside.

We interview Swedish bird photographer, Jonas Classon, who went from a long-term hospital stay to becoming an internationally successful bird photographer and Canon Ambassador. Check out his story and dramatic photos inside.

You may’ve noticed Christmas is coming, so we have a big Canon Gear Christmas Gift Guide for you, with more than 80 gift ideas for loved ones or yourself. From photo kit under £50 to cameras and lenses over £300, there’s something for every budget.

We also have a fun festive project on how to transform pet photos into your own greetings cards, plus other tutorials, all with free video guides.

Also inside, our young PhotoPlus Apprentice learns how to capture film noir-style B&W portraits, with the help of The Creativity Hub and Canon pro Jason Birth.

There’s Photo Stories and EOS SOS, and we get our hands on three new Canon RF hybrid lenses.

And don’t miss your free Outdoor Photography ebook, 164 pages and £17.99 – download details inside the mag.

We're the No.1 Canon magazine, written by Canon photographers, for Canon photographers, and we cater for every Canon EOS camera user.

If you’re not a PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine subscriber already CLICK HERE to join our Canon crew and save 50% of new UK subscription, plus FREE digital editions to all print subscribers!*This also makes sure your copy is delivered to your door every month.

Every issue of our No.1 Canon Magazine is packed with essential Canon techniques, tests, tutorials and inspiration every issue – out now at all good newsagents and supermarkets.

Thank you for choosing PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine!

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Shoot the coast

Coastal landscapes offer a tremendous range of fabulous photo opportunities. These locations feature a unique balance of detail and display a fascinating contrast of hard and soft textures. They are also deceptively challenging to photograph correctly, with huge exposure extremes to navigate. In our cover feature this issue, landscape pro Karolina Konsur guides you through the key techniques you need to know to capture the seaside at its best. Learn to control exposure differences using filters, work with complex compositions, build the perfect kit bag and process your shots to perfection!

Flash masterclass

Next, in our second feature, we explore the world of professional flash photography. Many beginners believe flash creates ugly images, washing out detail, bleaching skin tones and introducing harsh shadows. With care, however, all of these aspects can be avoided, with flash instead becoming an indispensable tool for crafting balanced exposures, bold colours and natural frames. With help from flash exert Vince Preston, we explain how to use flash creatively to take shots in any lighting up a level. If you shoot portraits or events you don’t want to miss this feature!

Create incredible winter landscape photos

For our creative professional project this month, Ross Hoddinott headed out in the small hours while on location in Iceland to capture the unique qualities of winter landscapes. Ross explains how to adjust your camera settings for snow-capped terrain while keeping yourself and your kit safe. He then dives into the secrets of his editing process and explains how to balance exposure and colour for maximum drama and detail.

Candid companions - the pet portraits of Elke Vogelsang

Meanwhile, in our interview spot, we sat down with creative pet photographer Elke Vogelsang to talk about her distinctive humorous style of imagery, which captures the character of her furry models like no other. Elke recalls her inspirations and how she uses photography to give back to the animals who provide us with love and companionship, supporting special charities while running a successful business. It’s a fascinating and uplifting read.

Master magazine photography - your next career!

Looking to boost your business or support your passion with some extra pocket money? Working for magazines might be your best solution! In our career feature pages, Digital Photographer’s editor, Peter provides some insider advice on how to get started, what to expect from your first commission and how to ensure a productive and fulfilling long-term relationship with magazine publishers.

Advice from the DP community 

We're here to support pro photographers and their businesses while helping aspiring professionals get their foot in the door for their dream careers. Don't miss our career advice pages where we interview a range of pros who answer your questions about the business side of photography. This issue it's all about editing huge batches of images efficiently and how to make extra money without increasing your prices drastically. Check this out on p72.

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Essential exposure technique: settings for seamless backgrounds

Photo therapy: the art of patience - why it's worth waiting!

Adapt and conquer! Learn to use lens adaptors the right way

Lighthouse photography: learn to compose images of very tall subjects

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

How well do you know the landscapes near where you live? This month’s cover feature shows how returning to photograph familiar scenes can boost your creativity, and help you get better results.

It's the centrepiece of this month's outdoor photography special – read on for more details.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Our Photo Active projects section carries another selection of creative photography ideas. Learn how to shoot sea creatures and the sweeping curves of classic cars, plus capture the essence of woodland streams (below).

Our latest monthly reader photo challenge is ’Reflections’, so to be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher towards Cewe Wall Art, send us your best shot. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 36.

Other highlights in December’s Digital Camera

Other outdoor photography-themed content in the December issue sees adventure photographer Sam Davis scale the heights in our One to One pro masterclass.

Camera Clinic continues, with all the advice and insights you'll need for getting started in night-time photography.

Turn to Hotshots to see the world’s best panoramic photos, courtesy of the 2024 Epson International Pano Awards.

And as the latest Accidentally Wes Anderson book goes on sale, its official photographer Marjorie Becker takes the questions in our interview.

Five new software tutorials appear in December’s Digital Darkroom section, covering Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo. Among these, learn how to balance Saturation and Vibrance in Lightroom to get the best colour rendition.

You can also discover how to liven up scenes with drab weather, using the tone mapping tools in Affinity Photo 2.

New cameras reviewed in December's Kit Zone comprise the GoPro Hero13 action camera and the Pentax 17 half-frame film camera.

Plus, we test eight sturdy tripods that can be used for outdoor photography.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

This month’s bonus gifts include nine all-new photo tip cards, 17 software extras for Photoshop, Adobe Camera Raw and Lightroom and 29 minutes of video tutorials.

Here’s the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with Digital Camera’s December 2024 issue:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, wildlife, macro – and more!
• 29 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop, Lightroom and ON1 Photo RAW
• 17 software extras for Lightroom and Photoshop
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide eBook full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

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The new PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine December issue 224 is on sale now! 50% discount on UK subscriptions PLUS all print subscribers get FREE digital editions, with digital access to over 110 back issues worth over £90!

Here's what's in the new No.1 Canon Magazine + FREE videos + FREE ebook...

As Canon photographers, there’s no better feeling than when you open the box to your new Canon EOS camera – whether it’s your first EOS camera, or your latest upgrade.

“I still get excited whenever I get to unbox a new EOS camera! It’s the anticipation of the new photographic possibilities a new camera offers, with the improved specs and latest settings available,” smiles Peter Travers, PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine editor.

But all these new modes and menus can also be baffling to begin with. So this issue, deputy editor Dan Mold’s big camera guide will help you set up your Canon the right way; from those key settings and essential shooting modes, to some more advanced autofocus options, plus quick tips.

New Canon camera skills!

“This month I headed up to Tatton Park in Cheshire, with award-winning Canon wildlife photographer Ben Hall and our PhotoPlus Apprentice, to learn how to take great photos of big red deer during the rutting season!” says Peter Travers.

We bring you the best Canon images in the Bird Photographer Of The Year 2024 competition in our big gallery.

In our brilliant Canon Skills section, we have more new photo projects and image-editing tutorials, such as cobwebs covered in dew, and macro shots of watches, and creative flower photos. All with free video guides to follow along at your own pace.

Amazing architecture photographer Fernando Guerra shares the secrets to his successful professional career.

Plus we have new Photo Stories, new lessons in Canon School, plus your questions answered in EOS SOS. We also test eight Canon EOS R mirrorless cameras in the current lineup, including APS-C and full-frame, prices starting at £559.

And don’t miss your free Teach Yourself Astro Photography ebook – download details inside the mag.

We're the No.1 Canon magazine, written by Canon photographers, for Canon photographers, and we cater for every Canon EOS camera user.

If you’re not a PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine subscriber already CLICK HERE to join our Canon crew and save 50% of new UK subscription, plus FREE digital editions to all print subscribers!*This also makes sure your copy is delivered to your door every month.

Every issue of PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine is packed with essential Canon techniques, tests, tutorials and inspiration every issue – out now at all good newsagents and supermarkets.

Thank you for choosing PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine!

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The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since.

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below).

Get hands on with macro photography this month, as we present six ways of capturing small subjects – turn straight to our cover feature.

You'll find expert advice on the kit you need to get started, plus five technique tutorials covering topics including lighting, using a focus stack to create image depth, shooting close-ups of household objects… and much more!

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

Our Photo Active projects section carries another selection of creative photography ideas.

Learn how to take fantastic photos of show caves, get the Gothic look in portraits for Halloween, and why it pays off to get up early to encounter the beauty of misty landscapes.

Plus, we recommend five tips for shooting fast jets at air shows (pictured, above) and how to include disused historic buildings in classic landscape photos.

Our latest monthly reader photo challenge is ’Halloween’, so to be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher towards Cewe Wall Art, send us your best shot. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 38.

Other highlights in November’s Digital Camera

Your ticket for One to One is already booked, to a heritage railway line in the company of leading railways photographer Jack Boskett.

Find out more about Boskett and his work, and get some invaluable insights for capturing the romance of steam trains.

Take a trip to the coast in November's Camera Clinic – Will Cheung shares his top tips and pro insights for photographing where the land meets the sea… find out how to get the most from your camera and lenses on the day and which filters you need to pack.

This month's Hotshots gallery showcases our highlights from the iPhone Photography Awards 2024. Turn to page 42 to see some stunning examples of images taken on small sensors, not all of which were captured on the most up to date models.

This month's main interview sees photography curator Walter Moser discuss his new book about the work of the American photographer Gregory Crewdson.

One of the most compelling fine-art photographers working today, Crewdson is known for his cinematic, multi-layered and highly detailed staged photographs.

Having recently curated a Crewdson exhibition at the Albertina Museum in Vienna, Austria, Moser is the ideal person for guiding you through some of the key moments in Crewdson's career, and how they were produced.

Six new tutorials can be found in our new Digital Darkroom editing section, including PortraitPro 24 and ON1 Photo RAW alongside Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.

Learn how to use Photoshop's layers panel to create brushed border effects, and see how Photoshop Actions can enhance the sky and land in scenic images (pictured, above).

And we walk you through how to correct underexposure in landscape photographs in Adobe Lightroom, using four simple steps.

While all the tutorials have been given a new ’Digital Darkroom’ look, your bonus extras – Actions, presets and video lessons – are still included.

November’s kit reviews include the Panasonic Lumix GH7 hybrid mirrorless, and the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II and Lumix S 14-28mm F4-5.6 Macro lenses.

Plus, we give the street photography friendly Ricoh GR III HDF a real-world test. With an APS-C sensor and a 28mm full-frame equivalent lens, its headline feature is a Highlight Diffusion Filter for creating a mellowness in image highlights. Find out how this new compact fares, from page 110.

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

This month’s bonus gifts include nine all-new photo tip cards, 24 Actions and presets for Photoshop and Lightroom and 25 minutes of video tutorials.

Here’s the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with Digital Camera’s November 2024 issue:

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, macro, wildlife – and more!
• 25 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop, Lightroom and ON1 Photo RAW
• 24 software extras for Lightroom and Photoshop
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide eBook full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration.

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two.

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website).

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

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What’s the best time of day for photographing coastal landscapes: is it at sunrise or sunset? “I’ve always had more success shooting seascapes at sunset, with richer colours in the sky as the sun dips below the horizon. However, this month, on a surprisingly sunny two-day trip in Wales, we were spoilt for choice when both sunrise and sunset produced incredibly vibrant skies,” says PhotoPlus editor Peter Travers.
 
Decide for yourself which time of day produced better seascape photos, as top Canon pro landscape photographer Drew Buckley showed our PhotoPlus Apprentice how and when to capture winning shots with his Canon gear.

Also inside, we have some amazing autumn/fall photography in our Inspirations gallery, and a seasonal camera skills guide to help you make the most of awesome fall/autumn photo opportunities, from colourful landscapes and wildlife, to close-ups of nature.

New Canon camera skills!

In Canon Skills, you have more tasty photo projects to try out, including how to combine sunset shots with traffic-light trails at night, and deputy editor Dan Mold captures a ‘rainbow rose’ with a focus-stacked macro shot. Plus, it’s that time of year to start working more on your image editing, so we have new tutorials, all with free video guides!

Professional motorsports photographer Drew Gibson reveals why he still prefers Canon DSLRs and old-school techniques to take his dynamic images.

There’s new Photo Stories, Canon School, and we answer your technical questions in EOS SOS.

We also bring you Canon news with the new RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM lens and ImagePrograf PRO-1100 printer, and in Super Test, we review eight of the sturdiest tripods for sharper shots.

Don’t miss your free Master Your Camera in 4 Weeks ebook worth £17.99 – download details inside the mag.

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If you’re not a PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine subscriber already CLICK HERE to join our Canon crew and save 50% of new UK subscription, plus FREE digital editions to all print subscribers!*This also makes sure your copy is delivered to your door every month. 

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Until very recently I was the editor of N-Photo magazine – a publication dedicated to users of Nikon cameras. But the commercial pressures for print publications – a declining readership, advertising revenue having fallen off a cliff over recent years, and the increasing costs of things like paper – has finally forced the magazine to close after 168 issues (92 of which I was editor). 

While on one hand, it was a sad day – heralding the end of my 35-year career in print journalism – on the other, it opened a world of opportunity, and I’m now relishing my new role as News Editor of this website. 

The web trumps mags in so many ways. News really is new – the time from gathering information to having it disseminated to the masses is only as long as it takes to write up the story – a matter of hours compared to several weeks for a print publication. One result of these lengthy timescales involved in putting together each issue of a magazine (it typically takes over two weeks from the press deadline to a magazine appearing on the newsstands, and the vast majority of the content is written weeks or months before that) is that ‘previews’ of new cameras often wouldn’t appear until after the product itself appeared in the shops, while reviews of products long on sale were of little use to the early adopter.

The size of the audience pales into insignificance too. At its peak, N-Photo was selling over 30,000 copies per month but by the end it had dipped to around 8,000. Digitalcameraworld.com gets more than of 3 million page visitors each month, so if a particular article gains traction and goes viral, it could be read by hundreds of thousands of people. 

And if you want to learn to do something specific photography-related, for example, realizing that there's a partial eclipse due to make an appearance this evening and want to find tips on how to shoot it, then a quick internet search is likely to lead you straight to a story with everything you need to know, such as this one. 

But there’s one thing that magazines offer that websites don’t. While the web is great for learning about stuff you know you want to learn about, magazines teach you things that you didn’t even realize that you wanted to know.

In our final issue, we explored what it’s like to be a news photographer with Getty Images staffer Leon Neal, who shared his top tips on the subject. We were flies on the wall (or mosquitos in a boggy marshland) as we documented a one-on-one workshop with macro photographer Tony North and one of our readers. We had an engaging interview with Greek mushroom photographer Agorastos Papatsanis. We followed the life of people who live their lives on Britain’s canals in a photo-documentary piece from barge-dweller Tracey Welch. We rounded up all 10 of Nikon’s current range of Z-series mirrorless cameras in a massive and in-depth group test. And we produced tutorials on subjects as diverse as photographing badgers to shooting a time blend to combine sunset and light trails in the same shot.

Some of these (such as the canal boat article) will find their way onto this website, and you may find them by following links that pique your interest (or if you happen to specifically search for them), but it’s the curated content that magazines provide – where a collection of articles written by experts are brought together into a single volume because the magazine team thinks they will be of interest to their readership – that makes print publications such an engaging read. And there’s just something about sitting down on the sofa to leisurely flick through the pages of a paper magazine…

The final issue of N-Photo went on sale in the UK on September 26 (and will reach newsstands worldwide in due course), but if you like to be kept informed about all aspects of photography – especially areas that you hadn’t even considered before – then why not subscribe to one of our remaining portfolio of print publications? We have a choice of three monthly photo magazines produced in the UK, and a further  two titles published in Australia – if you still love print, do please give these your support..

Buy a back issue of N-Photo magazine whilst they are still in stock

In this issue's lead feature, Getty Images’ editorial photographer Leon Neal shares 22 hand-picked tips for reportage and news photography, so you can learn to shoot the types of images that make the headlines. 

Meanwhile, our apprentice learns how to capture larger-than-life images of insects with award-winning macro maestro Tony North, creating creative close-ups of dragonflies and damselflies in the wild.

Back in October 2017, we unveiled the brand-new Nikon D850, still regarded as the finest DSLR ever made. But times have changed; the D850 is still on sale, but Nikon has since fully embraced mirrorless with its groundbreaking Z-series range and, to that end, in this issue’s Big Test we evaluate all 10 current models. 

N-Photo interviewee Agorastos Papatsanis proves to be a fun guy, as he tells how he cooked up a career shooting mushrooms and fungi. And barge-dweller Tracey Welch tells of her photo assignment to document the characters who live out their lives on Britain’s waterways.

Plus there's our usual mix of shooting and photo-editing projects for you to try your hand at. 

N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine is a monthly magazine that's written by Nikon enthusiasts for Nikon enthusiasts, you can be sure that all the content is 100% relevant to you! So for the best Nikon-focused news, reviews, projects, and a whole lot more, rush down to your local newsagent to pick up your copy of N-Photo today!

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since. 

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below). 

Golden season is almost upon us, so make sure you’re all set for the autumn by trying the 10 creative projects in our cover feature. 

Learn how to shoot misty woodlands like a pro, create a 'zoom' landscape, photograph explosive golden hours on the coast… and much more! 

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two. 

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website). 

There’s more to inspire you in our Photo Active projects section, with another compelling curation of ideas. 

Ahead of Remembrance Sunday in November, we teach you how to make a photographic homage to members of the armed forces, using a simple flat lay technique and a macro lens.  

Autumn is peak time for shooting photos of stags rutting – find out where to go and when, or if you've tried it before, glean some pointers for refining your technique. 

Our latest monthly reader photo challenge is ’Woodlands’, so to be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher towards Cewe Wall Art, send us your best shot. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 30. 

Other highlights in October’s Digital Camera

For anyone looking to try macro photography of the natural world for the first time, or develop their skills further, turn to Camera Clinic. 

Expert contributor Will Cheung walks you through the kit you will need – plus ways you can improvise existing equipment – suggests some subjects to photograph, and how to get started. 

Recalling a golden summer of sport, leading pro sports photographers feature in Hotshots, with our selection of category winners from the World Sports Photography Awards 2024. 

In October's interview, we go on a journey into Yellowstone National Park with US photographers Charles Glatzer and Nathan Lee Allen. 

The duo has teamed up with Canon USA to highlight conservation initiatives in this diverse and pristine landscape. 

Seismic, their video collaboration, can be viewed on YouTube – we sit down with them to get the inside track on how it was made. 

Our new Digital Darkroom editing section continues, with ON1 Photo RAW joining the roster of tutorials alongside PortraitPro 2024, Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. 

All tutorials have been given a new ’Digital Darkroom’ look, but your bonus extras – actions, presets and video lessons – are still included. 

This month, discover how to incorporate Photoshop's AI image-enhancing tools in your workflow (above), use the Masking tools in Lightroom to create a spectacular black and white image, and spice up autumn scenes with four techniques in Photoshop. 

October’s kit reviews include the Fujifilm GFX 100S II, a 102MP medium-format monster that's a lot of camera for the money. See what it's capable by reading our full test, from page 98.  

Lens reviews this month comprise the Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.4, the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary and the Tamron 17-50mm F4 Di III VXD. 

And fans of the film photography look should turn to our test of the Dehancer Film plugin for Photoshop CC, Lightroom Classic and Capture One Pro.  

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

This month’s bonus gifts include nine all-new photo tip cards, 22 Actions and presets for Photoshop and Lightroom and 27 minutes of video tutorials. 

Here’s the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with Digital Camera’s October 2024 issue: 

• Nine new photo tips cards covering wildlife, landscapes, macro – and more! 
• 27 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop, Lightroom and ON1 Photo RAW 
• 22 software extras for Lightroom and Photoshop 
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide eBook full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration. 

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two. 

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website). 

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

Our new October issue 222 of PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine is on sale now, with a big subscriptions offer! Get a free Lowepro camera bag worth £29.99 PLUS all print subscribers get FREE digital editions, with digital access to over 110 back issues worth over £90!

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They say sequels are never better than the originals. But have ‘they’ watched films like The Godfather Part II, The Empire Strikes Back, or Terminator 2: Judgment Day? It can be the same with camera sequels. The EOS 5D Mark II was a huge improvement on the original 5D DSLR, and now the same can be said about the new EOS R5 Mark II. 

"I can say with confidence, the new Canon EOS R5 Mark II is the most impressive camera I’ve ever had the pleasure of shooting with. It’s not just the tech updates, which include unbelievably intelligent AF tracking and better Eye Control AF to capture wildlife on the move, plus new Action Priority and Registered People Priority AF modes to help you easily keep up with fast ball sports," says PhotoPlus editor Peter Travers. 

"The R5 Mark II also boasts clever AI algorithms and deep learning for In-Camera Upscaling – so you can turn 45MP images into massive 180MP monsters! Ideal if you need to crop an image heavily, but still need a good-sized hi-res image full of pixels," he says. We go in-depth into it all in our complete guide to the Canon EOS R5 Mark II, including our final test verdict.

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Also inside, our lucky PhotoPlus Apprentice heads up north to capture beautiful landscape photos in the delightful Yorkshire Dales, with top tuition from Canon pro Paul Grogan.

In Canon Skills, there’s more photo projects for you to check out, including how to photograph garden veg, and make a splash with your tennis action shots, plus there are new image-editing tutorials, all with free video guides!

We chat to the wonderful wildlife photographer Ellie Rothnie about becoming a Canon Ambassador and her rise to the top. 

Plus new Photo Stories, My Kit, Canon School and EOS SOS, and in Super Test, we review eight of the best telephoto zoom lenses.

Don’t miss your free Teach Yourself Action Photography ebook worth £15.99 – download details inside the mag.

We're the No.1 Canon magazine, written by Canon photographers, for Canon photographers, and we cater for every Canon EOS camera user. 

If you’re not a PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine subscriber already CLICK HERE to join our Canon crew and get a free Lowepro camera bag, plus FREE digital editions to all print subscribers!* This also makes sure your copy is delivered to your door every month. 

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We’ve covered the big news from Canon with the new flagship Canon EOS R1, plus the new EOS R5 Mark II cameras! The rapid 30-40fps bursts, incredibly intelligent AF tracking, updated Eye Control AF, supported by a new DIGIC Accelerator processor, all made both the R1 and R5 Mark II cameras a total joy to shoot with when we tested them at Canon HQ. Find out more about these exciting cameras, and our early verdicts.

Also in this issue, in our Modern Landscapes guide, find out the correct Canon EOS cameras, lenses and accessories for capturing your best-ever scenic shots.

New Canon camera skills!

Our PhotoPlus Apprentice spreads his wings, as he learns how to take amazing photos of aircraft, check out the Hot Shots!

In our tasty Canon Skills section, we have new photo projects for you to try out, such as sports stroboscopic shots, and back-garden birds bathing, all with free video guides! Plus there are new Photoshop, Lightroom and Affinity Photo image-editing tutorials.

We speak to Polish landscape photographer Paweł Uchorczak on how he turned his passion into his career, and how he takes such atmospheric scenic photos – including this issue’s cover image!

Plus, there’s some great readers’ shots in Photo Stories, new Canon School and EOS SOS, And in Super Test, we test eight of the greatest lenses for landscape photography, for both Canon EOS DSLRs and EOS R cameras.

Don’t forget your free 146-page Photography Post Production ebook worth £15.99 – info inside the mag.

We're the No.1 Canon magazine, written by Canon photographers, for Canon photographers, and we cater for every Canon EOS camera user. 

If you’re not a PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine subscriber already CLICK HERE to join our Canon crew and get a free Lowepro camera bag, plus FREE digital editions to all print subscribers!*This also makes sure your copy is delivered to your door every month. 

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Fine art wildlife photographer Harry Skeggs’ images of exotic animals hang in galleries the world over, with price tags of his limited-edition prints running into the thousands. In this issue’s lead feature, he shares his tips and technique that elevate his images from mere photographs to works of art. 

Our apprentice heads to the moors and tors of Dartmoor National Park where landscape photographer Neil Burnell schools him in shooting scenic shots with a difference – in the infrared spectrum with a modified Nikon and specialist filters. 

We put eight prime lenses through their paces in our Big Test – ranging from wide angle to standard and short-telephoto focal lengths, the main factor that binds them together is that they’re all absolute bargains, costing under £250/$300. We also give the review treatment to Nikon’s new Z 35mm f/1.4 – that’s both faster and cheaper than its existing S-line Z 35mm f/1.8 S prime. 

Award-winning landscape and astrophotography expert Ian Asprey is in the hotseat for this issue’s N-Photo interview, while Light & Land photographer Charlotte Bellamy combines intentional camera movement with multiple exposures for intriguing images of woodlands near her home.

Plus we have a fun selection of projects to try your hand at, including going on a photowalk, dramatic toy scenes with a smoke machine, surreptitious street photography, and motion-blurred plant portraits. 

N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine is a monthly magazine that's written by Nikon enthusiasts for Nikon enthusiasts, you can be sure that all the content is 100% relevant to you! So for the best Nikon-focused news, reviews, projects, and a whole lot more, subscribe to N-Photo today – with our unmissable subs deal!

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If you wanted a printed version of any of our most recent issues we have a selection of back issues to choose from in our online store.

Subscription deals: Our guide to the best photo magazines

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since. 

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below). 

It’s action stations this month – capturing fast-moving subjects is the focus of our cover feature, with a series of projects on how to photograph motorsport, birds in flight and aircraft at airshows. 

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two. 

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website). 

Photo Active, our photo projects section, presents a range of tutorials across different genres, including light trails, outdoor still-life, cricket and travel. 

And there’s practical advice for capturing the beauty of lakes – follow the five expert tips to elevate your photos of scenic expanses of water. 

Our latest monthly reader photo challenge is ’Sporting events’, so to be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher towards Cewe Wall Art, send us your best shot. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 38. 

Other highlights in September’s Digital Camera

Camera Clinic continues, with an overview of how to film video using the capabilities found inside mirrorless and DSLR digital cameras. 

If you have never explored the potential of the moving image, then now could be a great time to start. Expert user Will Cheung is on hand to explain what all the jargon means, which resolution to use when filming, plus some handy video kit to invest in. 

The leading portrait photographer Réhahn appears in Pro in Focus this month, discussing his new book ’100 Iconic Portraits’, and his Memories of Impressionism project. 

Discover more about the man, his method and how he likes to give back to the indigenous communities he’s famous for photographing.  

September’s Hotshots gallery features the winners of the Hasselblad Masters 2023 photo competition. 

Established in 2001, the Hasselblad Masters is one of the world’s most prestigious awards to win – find out why from page 42. 

World-renowned climbing photographer Simon Carter is our guest for September’s interview. Based in Australia but with images captured across the globe, Carter gives us an insight into his techniques, tools and inspiration. 

September sees us launch a new image editing section. Digital Darkroom will feature extra tutorials covering non-Adobe software, and we kick things off with a mini-series looking at what the latest version of PortraitPro 24 can do… with coverage of other programs to be introduced soon. 

This appears alongside the regular lessons that cover the latest features of Photoshop and Lightroom: Tool School (above, which tries out Photoshop 2024’s new Selection Brush), Get the Look and Fundamentals. 

While these three tutorials have been given a new ’Digital Darkroom’ look, the bonus extras – actions, presets and video lessons – will continue. 

Also this month, there’s a copy of Ashampoo Photo Commander 16 (Windows only) for every reader – discover how to download and get started with it, on page 80. 

September’s Kit Zone starts with a full review of the Nikon Z 6III, an upgrade of the brand’s highly regarded enthusiast mirrorless camera. 

Also tested this month is a trio of lenses: the Canon RF 400mm F2.8L IS USM, the Panasonic Lumix S 24mm F1.8 and the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8. 

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

This month’s bonus gifts include nine all-new photo tip cards, three packs of software extras for Photoshop and Lightroom and 28 minutes of video tutorials. 

Here’s the full list of the bonus gifts bundled with Digital Camera’s September 2024 issue: 

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, action, wildlife – and more! 
• 28 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop and Lightroom 
• Ashampoo Photo Commander 16 editing software (Windows only)
• 15 software extras for Lightroom and Photoshop 
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide eBook full of buying advice

Subscribe now

Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration. 

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two. 

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website). 

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

We’re slap-bang in the middle of the festival season, so this issue we’ve enlisted the help of pro music photographer Matt Higgs to share his top tips for capturing not only the main headline acts, but also the weird-and-wonderful goings-on you’ll find on the fringes of a frenetic music festival.

Wildlife photography doesn’t necessarily require lengthy treks into the wilderness or sitting for hours-on-end in a hide. Our apprentice heads to a central London cemetery to photograph wild animals that live amongst us: wily red foxes. 

We bring you the N-Photo verdict on Nikon’s latest mirrorless, the Z 6III. With an innovative new partially stacked sensor, it offers pro features in an enthusiast-level body. And we pit eight standard zooms against each other to see which is the best upgrade from your kit lens.  

Finnish wildlife photographer and Nikon Ambassador Konsta Punkka tells how he photographs all creatures great and small, while multidisciplinary artist and photographer LUAP explains why he travels the world in the company of a pink bear…

We have a great selection of practical projects to try your hand at, including travel photography, ultra-close-ups using bellows, intentional camera movement in landscapes, and how to shoot reflection-free copies of artworks, plus how to blend focal lengths in Affinity Photo and use the Curves tool in Photoshop.

N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine is a monthly magazine that's written by Nikon enthusiasts for Nikon enthusiasts, you can be sure that all the content is 100% relevant to you! So for the best Nikon-focused news, reviews, projects, and a whole lot more, subscribe to N-Photo today – with our unmissable subs deal!

Check out our latest subscription offer!

Where to find N-Photo magazine

So rush down to your newsagent today. Or ever better, why not subscribe with this fantastic deal  to a print edition, and have the magazine delivered to your door every month?

Alternatively, we have a number of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)

• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)

• Pocket Mags (for Android devices)

• Readly (all-you-can-eat digital magazine subscription service)

If you wanted a printed version of any of our most recent issues we have a selection of back issues to choose from in our online store.

Subscription deals: Our guide to the best photo magazines

The world’s leading digital photography magazine, Digital Camera launched in 2002 and has been helping photographers of all skill levels to improve their images ever since. 

Every issue is packed with technique tips, tutorials, inspiring images and expert buying advice, plus the latest news and equipment reviews, as well as a selection of bonus gifts (see below). 

Lovers of wildlife photography are in for a real treat this month. Our cover feature adapts some key content from two chapters of the updated edition of The Wildlife Photography Workshop by Ben Hall and Ross Hoddinott. 

Learn how to improve your wildlife compositions and take control of the ideal settings for exposure and white balance while shooting in the field… plus, the authors share their insights on the best lenses to use for this popular genre of photography.  

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two. 

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website). 

There are more outdoor projects to enjoy in Photo Active. Find out how to capture the glories of the British seaside holiday (above), even when decent weather decides to stay at home. 

Also this month, learn how to shoot vintage camera gear with a macro lens, use fill-flash to rescue portraits taken outside, and photograph puffins like the one featured on the front cover of the magazine. 

Photo Active’s four-page project sees us go on location with music photographer Steven Christie – he shares his smarts for capturing the essence of rock bands for the publicity photos you see on album covers and gig posters. 

Our latest monthly reader challenge is ’Sunsets’, so to be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher towards Cewe Wall Art, send us your best shot. You’ll find all the details in project 10, on page 38. 

Other highlights in August’s Digital Camera

For many beginner and enthusiast photographers, the perceived complexity of flash lighting is something best avoided, but August’s Camera Clinic shows that there’s nothing to fear. 

Discover how flash can be used as a powerful creative tool that can transform your photography. Expert user Will Cheung takes you the various forms of artificial light to show you what’s possible, and how to get started on your flash journey. 

Our wildlife focus continues in the One to One pro masterclass, where we travel to The Red Kite Feeding Centre at Gigrin Farm in Wales, to watch Paul Way photograph the daily avian invasion. 

See what happens as hundreds of red kites descend for feeding time, and discover how Way uses his deep knowledge of the birds’ behaviour to capture some amazing photographs of this majestic raptor.  

This month’s Hotshots gallery showcases the winning entries from the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation’s Environmental Photography Award 2024. 

Launched in 2021, these awards were created to reward photographers who put their creativity to good use in raising awareness of protecting planet Earth.

We take to the skies with Donn Delson for August’s interview. Delson is an aerial photographer, but one with a distinctive approach – he uses a helicopter to fly higher than a drone, on a mission to capture scenes that look entirely different from what they are in reality. 

Discover more about his ’down’ shot technique, where he leans out of doorless helicopters – yes, really – to get a unique perspective on what’s below. 

With holiday season starting this month, don’t head off on your travels without our recommendations for the best photo books to enjoy this summer. 

We’ve curated a collection that will be at home in suitcases or on coffee tables… from technique manuals to career retrospectives and collections of documentary photography, there’s something for all readers. 

This month’s Practical Photoshop section comprises three tutorials to immerse you in the latest creative features of Photoshop and Lightroom. 

Starting with Tool School (above), see what Photoshop’s all-new Adjustment Brush can do for your captures. Included in the latest update of Photoshop CC, it allows you to paint tonal adjustments over an image. 

Get the Look (above) suggests four ways to transform drab landscape photos, including sky replacement and adding creative blur. 

Fundamentals turns its lens on portraits with shiny faces. Learn how to use masking techniques in Lightroom Classic to tame any distracting shine in your people pictures. 

August’s Kit Zone starts with a hands-on preview of the Fujifilm X-T50, the latest entry level interchangeable lens camera from the brand. 

With a 40MP APS-C sensor, the X-T50 promises to be a great stills camera – read our early verdict on it from page 102. 

Also on test this month is the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN II Art, an updated ’trinity’ lens for Leica L-Mount and Sony E-mount cameras. 

With optical and handling improvements over the original, it certainly impressed our test team. Find out why from page 112.  

Also dropping this month is the DJI Mini 4K. This new camera drone for budget-conscious beginners delivers 4K video at a sub-£/$300 price tag. 

Other hot products in August’s Kit Zone include the GoPro Hero12 Black action camera, and the Fujinon GF120mm F4 Macro R LM OIS WR, a powerful medium-format lens that’s ideal for extreme close-ups. 

The latest issue of Digital Camera comes with an unrivaled selection of digital gifts 

This month’s bonus gifts include nine all-new photo tip cards, three packs of software extras for Photoshop and Lightroom, 46 minutes of video tutorials, and two photography eBooks. 

Here’s the full list of the bonus gifts that are bundled with Digital Camera’s August 2024 issue: 

• Nine new photo tips cards covering landscapes, wildlife, macro – and more! 
• 46 minutes of video tutorials for Photoshop and Lightroom 
• 15 software extras for Lightroom and Photoshop
• 196-page ’Shoot Like a Pro’ photo projects eBook 
• 250-plus-page Camera Buyer’s Guide eBook full of buying advice

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Every issue of Digital Camera magazine is packed with tips, techniques, pro advice, reviews, news and inspiration. 

Don’t forget that you can subscribe to Digital Camera magazine and get the magazine delivered to your door every month. Choose between a print or digital subscription, or a bundle of the two. 

All subscribers to Digital Camera magazine can now access digital back issues dating from 2009 (when using iOS) or 2012 (when using the Pocketmags Magazine Newsstand app or the Pocketmags website). 

You can buy limited back issues of Digital Camera magazine in print at our Magazines Direct secure store.

Alternatively, there is a range of different digital options available, including:

• Apple app (for iPad or iPhone)
• Zinio app (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• PocketMags (multi-platform app for desktop or smartphone)
• Readly (digital magazine subscription service)

Buy our back issues USB stick

For any readers who would like to enjoy every digital back issue from 2022, plus all the bonus gifts, a special Digital Camera 2022 Collection USB stick for Windows and Mac users is on sale now. 

Using Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat, you can browse, search and print out issues 250-262. The Digital Camera 2022 Collection is available for UK readers for £19.99 including postage – for international readers, overseas postage fees will apply.