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

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…

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

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 gimbal heads for tripods in 2026: effortlessly track the action with big lenses
By Adam Waring Last updated
UPDATED There’s no beating a gimbal head for smoothly tracking sports and wildlife subjects, especially if you’re using a hefty telephoto lens

Best portable fog machines in 2026: get smokin' shots with these creative gizmos
By George Cairns Last updated
Buying guide Elevate your portrait and product photography to creative new heights, courtesy of fabulous fog machines. Here are my recommendations…

Best geared tripod head in 2026: set up your shots with perfect precision
By Matthew Richards Last updated
UPDATED When you need to get your compositions absolutely bang-on, a geared head lets you make fraction-of-a-degree adjustments…

Happy New Nikon! The Nikkor Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 goes longer than most standard zooms…
By Adam Waring Published
News The price is nice, but is the f/7.1 max aperture just too darn slow?

Arzopa D14 Metal Digital Picture Frame review: made from metal, this frame shows off shots in style
By Adam Waring Published
Review Forgoing the usual plastic in favor of an actual metal outer frame helps it to stand out from the crowd

What is all the fascination with compact cameras? I thought phones killed them off!
By Adam Waring Published
Opinion Compact cameras are rubbish! If you want a cool, retro camera that's actually good, I’d get one of these instead…

Need a last-minute Christmas gift? These Nixplay digital photo frames are half price!
By Adam Waring Published
Christmas gift deal This is the best price I've ever seen these Nixplay frames going for, and they ship in time for Christmas!

Pexar Lexar Starlight 15.6in review: this large, widescreen, backlit digital photo frame is set to stun
By Adam Waring Published
Review It's lauded as the world's first wall-light frame, but is the Starlight's Gallery Lighting feature a mere novelty, or does it provide an extra dimension to display your photographs at their best?
No app needed: Aura now lets you text your favorite photos directly to its frames
By Adam Waring Published
Forget messing around with fiddly apps – with its new text-to-frame feature, you can send images directly to Aura digital photo frames via a text message!

These are the best gifts for photographers, and they're what I want for Christmas!
By Adam Waring Last updated
Opinion Dear Santa, I've been a very good photographer this year…

Sexy legs! This Manfrotto travel tripod drops to under 100 quid on Cyber Monday!
By Adam Waring Published
Deal Get steadier shots without breaking the bank with this genuinely brilliant deal on these light yet sturdy Manfrotto Befree GT Pro legs

Only want to carry one lens? The Nikon Z 24-200mm is a Cyber Monday bargain!
By Adam Waring Published
Opinion Treat yourself! This deal has this ultra-versatile do-anything superzoom lens at an unbeatable price!
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