Latest articles by Gareth Bevan
ShiftCam LensUltra Explorer Super Zoom Tele 240mm review: big reach, big compromises
Review A 240mm add-on lens promises serious telephoto power for your phone – but modern smartphone zoom tech makes this a tougher sell than you might expect
Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro, 2024) review: a powerful tablet that can still fit in my sling bag
Review Pocketable, powerful, and pencil-ready, this is the iPad I actually want to carry on shoots
Canon launches its widest hybrid prime lens yet
News Canon RF 14mm f/1.4L VCM is a seriously wide lens optimized for videography - and the most expensive RF hybrid yet
The best stylus phone in 2026: write and draw with precision on your phone
Buying guide Draw, sketch, take notes and edit images precisely, with the best stylus phones on the market right now
The best iPhone for photography in 2026: from the iPhone 16e to iPhone 17 Pro Max
Buying Guide The best iPhone for photography can help you capture stunning images and professional videos
The best open gate cameras in 2026: go tall, wide, or somewhere in between with versatile cropping options for content creation
BUYING GUIDE Join me as I pick out the best open gate cameras that deliver full flexibility for shooting video
Fujifilm X-T30 III review: a subtle update to Fuji’s entry-level X-T camera
Review A minor update sees the X-T30 III get a new processor – but keep the same low price
Lomography Lomo MC-A review: I didn’t expect to like this compact film camera this much
Review A surprisingly premium compact film camera that takes the LC-A spirit in a more grown-up direction
Should Apple be worried? Xiaomi opens flagship London store as it pushes further into Europe
News New store gives more people a chance to get their hands on Xiaomi's best camera phones
Honor Magic 8 Pro review: a strong camera phone that nearly nails it
Review Honor’s flagship delivers a great telephoto, night photography, and stabilization – but weak video and processing quirks keep it from absolute greatness
Godox gives its pocket strobe a smart refresh with the new AD100Pro II photo flash
News The compact 100Ws flash gets better cooling, clearer controls, and usability upgrades for multi-light setups
The best film cameras in 2026: recapture the magic of film in the digital age
Buying Guide The best film cameras we've chosen are practical classics that you can still use today
Does the new wave of telephoto adapters prove that we've hit the limits of smartphone camera hardware?
Features Post-periscope? Why modular zoom might become the real future of phone photography
Fujifilm in 2025: the return of compact cameras and revisiting old family favorites
Features Compact champs, classic revivals, and unexpected hits – how Fujifilm kept photographers' attention in 2025
The 3 camera phone trends that defined 2025 – and what might happen next in 2026
2025 IN REVIEW From bolt-on teleconverters to 200MP sensors to the AI takeover, 2025 has been a good year for smartphone photography – and 2026 could go even further
These images beat nearly two million entries to win Oppo’s Photography Awards 2025
News Oppo has announced the global winners from its largest photography competition to date
Xiaomi has just launched five new Redmi Note 15 devices, here’s how to figure out which camera is right for you
News Xiaomi's extensive Note 15 lineup is a little confusing, but here's a breakdown of how each model differs
Ricoh GR IV review: the cult compact gets its biggest upgrade yet
Review Ricoh’s beloved pocket-sized street camera returns with a new BSI sensor, redesigned lens, and major usability upgrades – all while keeping its cult-classic formula intact
Honor's new Magic 8 Lite comes with a 108MP camera and huge 7500mAh battery
News Honor Magic 8 Lite promises an AI-powered photography experience and up to three days of battery life
Sony A7 V hands-on review: the A7 line evolves into a smarter, faster all-rounder, but with a few compromises
Review The A7 leaps forward with a new partially stacked sensor and AI-powered subject detection – but video feels a little left behind by the competition
There are huge savings on one of the most underrated cameras for video
NEWS A big saving on one of Fujifilm’s best hybrid bodies makes this the perfect moment to pick up this sleeper hit for video
The Fujifilm X-E5 sees its first discount – but is it the smarter pick than the X100VI?
BLACK FRIDAY One is the beautiful classic everyone wants; the other might actually be the better tool
I think the Fujifilm X-Half is the perfect Christmas gift for new photographers – and it has a rare £150 Black Friday discount
BLACK FRIDAY Fujifilm’s most charming camera feels like the ideal present for anyone who wants to get into photography – and I’m even tempted to grab one myself
