
Adam Waring
Prior to joining digitalcameraworld.com as Guides Editor, Adam was the editor of N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine for seven years, and as such is one of Digital Camera World's leading experts when it comes to all things Nikon-related.
Whether it’s reviews and hands-on tests of the latest Nikon cameras and lenses, sharing his skills using filters, tripods, lighting, L brackets and other photography equipment, or trading tips and techniques on shooting landscapes, wildlife and almost any genre of photography, Adam is always on hand to provide his insights.
Prior to his tenure on N-Photo, Adam was also a veteran of publications such as PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, so his wealth of photographic knowledge isn’t solely limited to the Big N.
Latest articles by Adam Waring

Best video tripods in 2026: camera supports for shooting movies smoothly
By Adam Waring last updated
BUYING GUIDE A video tripod needs to offer both an ultra-stable support and smooth movement, and here's my pick of the bunch to suit everyone from students to pro filmmakers

Best mini tripods in 2026: tabletop supports that slip into a pocket or bag
By Adam Waring last updated
Buying Guide Short on space? Here are the best mini tripods for packing into a spare corner of your kit bag

Best boom arms in 2026: supports for your microphone when vlogging or filmmaking
By Tom May last updated
Buying Guide Position your mic perfectly, with the best boom arms for vloggers, podcasters, filmmakers, streamers, and more

Best LED light panels in 2026: portable lighting for photography and video
By Ben Andrews last updated
BUYING GUIDE I've listed the best LED light panels for any size or budget, for smartphones, hotshoe mounting, and studio photography

Best L-brackets for your camera in 2026: take horizontal and vertical shots with ease
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying Guide With the best L-bracket, you can switch between perfectly aligned landscape and portrait-orientation compositions in seconds

Best variable ND filters in 2026: fader filters for videography and photography
By Ben Andrews last updated
Updated Variable neutral density – or fader – filters are essential for filmmakers, and handy for stills photography, too

Best filter holders in 2026: my pick of the best square slot-in filter systems
By Adam Waring last updated
Updated The best filter holder systems make it easy to swap and stack a variety of neutral density filters, ND grads, polarizers, and more…

Best pan and tilt tripod heads in 2026: precise control for your camera
By Matthew Richards last updated
UPDATED Also known as 3-way heads, the best pan-and-tilt tripod heads offer extra precision over a ball head

Best lenses for the Nikon D850 in 2026: top-notch glass for Nikon's best-ever DSLR
By Adam Waring last updated
UPDATED Only the very finest lenses will get the best out of the Nikon D850's high-res, full-frame sensor. Here are my top picks...

Best lenses for the Nikon Z30 in 2026: sensibly small lenses for Nikon's compact mirrorless DX camera
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated It's Nikon's cheapest mirrorless camera and a great way to get into vlogging, but what are the best lenses for the Nikon Z30?

Best Nikon wide-angle zoom lenses in 2026: top options for seeing the bigger picture
By Adam Waring last updated
Buying guide The best Nikon-fit Z-mount and F-mount ultra-wide zooms will widen your horizons, ideal for everything from architectural interiors to sweeping landscapes, cityscapes, and the night sky

Nikon reckons its Z-series lenses are so good, it's chucking in a five-year warranty!
By Adam Waring published
News Nikon's industry-leading five-year, Europe-wide warranty means you can treat yourself to new lenses without the worry…

The best ball heads for tripods in 2026: simple, speedy setup with sturdy support
By Adam Waring last updated
Buying Guide A good ball head should make life simple, being quick and easy to set up while offering solid support. I reckon these are the best options…

Best roller bags for photographers in 2026: wheeled bags for easy transport
By Adam Waring last updated
Updated These cabin-friendly roller bags are ideal for photographers on the move, but which is best for your gear?

5 things not to miss on the Nikon stand at The Photography & Video Show 2026
By Adam Waring published
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO SHOW The greatest camera show on Earth is just around the corner, and Nikon will be there! Here's what to expect to see on Nikon's stand at this year's show

The Photography & Video Show 2026 - one day to go. Here's everything you need to know
By Mike Harris last updated
News The annual show dedicated to all things photography (and videography) has returned to Birmingham and finishes on Tuesday. Here are all the crucial details…

Best Nikon flashguns in 2026: Nikon-fit Speedlights you can buy today
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying Guide A flashgun can be used for everything from filling in shadows on a bright day to lighting subjects in the dark, and here are the best Nikon-compatible options
Win a Canon EOS R8 bundle, AN EOS R50 V Creator Kit, or a Selphy QX20 printer in our free-to-enter prize draw!
By Adam Waring published
NEWS The excitement is building for The Photography & Video Show 2026, and you could win a share of over £3,400 of Canon gear just by registering your interest…

Best Sony flashguns in 2026: dedicated flashguns for Sony mirrorless cameras
By Matthew Richards last updated
UPDATED Now's the time to light up your life (and your photography) with one of the best Sony flashguns. Here are my top picks...

Zeiss announces Otus ML 1.4/35: a top-tier 35mm f/1.4 wide prime ideal for street, landscape, and architectural photography
By Adam Waring published
News This manual-focus Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Sony E mount lens promises sublime optical quality, but you'll pay the Zeiss price…

Nikon upgrades "world's best" 70-200mm trinity zoom – the Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II is better, lighter, faster (and expensive-er…)
By Adam Waring published
News We proclaimed the original Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S as: "Probably the world's best 70-200mm zoom in the world. Ever." So, how has Nikon improved on perfection?

Best flashgun in 2026: camera strobes and Speedlites for every budget
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated These are the best flashguns that attach to the hotshoe of your camera, from basic bare-bones devices to fully featured models

Nikon’s brilliant FTZ II adaptor drops to a tasty low price!
By Adam Waring published
Deal Use your old DSLR lenses on your new Nikon Z camera with Nikon's F-mount to Z-mount converter

Best hard cases for cameras in 2026: tough flight cases for photographers
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide The best hard cases give your camera kit the ultimate protection from rough handling or Mother Nature

Best lenses for the Nikon Z5 II and Z5 in 2026: affordable lenses suited to Nikon's best-value full-frame mirrorless cameras
By Adam Waring last updated
Updated The Nikon Z5 and its successor, the Nikon Z5 II, are brilliant cameras with tempting price tags, so what are the best-buy options once you've outgrown the kit lens?
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