James Artaius
The editor of Digital Camera World, James has 22 years experience as a journalist and started working in the photographic industry in 2014 (assisting Damian McGillicuddy, who succeeded David Bailey as Olympus Principal Photographer). In this time he shot for clients like Aston Martin Racing, Elinchrom and L'Oréal, in addition to shooting campaigns and product testing for Olympus, and providing training for professionals.
He has written for publications including Digital Camera Magazine, PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine, Digital Photographer and Professional Imagemaker. He gives talks around the world at events like The Photography & Video Show, and serves as a judge for the Red Bull Illume Photo Contest. An Olympus / OM System, Canon and Hasselblad shooter, he has a wealth of knowledge on cameras of all makes – and a fondness for vintage lenses and instant cameras.
Latest articles by James Artaius

BREAKING: Sigma BF camera announced with 230GB internal memory and single-finger operation – along with 300-600mm f/4 "dream lens" and 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7
By James Artaius published
New products, logo identity and Sigma Foundation “reflects our commitment and sincere approach to unleash the creative potential in photography”

Is Panasonic announcing a new camera next week?
By James Artaius published
A Lumix Livestream has been announced for Tuesday – something Panasonic usually reserves for a new camera launch

The best camera for streaming in 2025: for Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook Live
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide If you want the best camera for streaming, meetings and Let's Plays, these are the top webcams, camcorders and cameras

The best Olympus / OM System lenses: great glass for your Micro Four Thirds camera
By James Artaius last updated
Updated We pick the best Olympus lenses (OM System) to get right now, from compact primes to professional constant aperture zooms

The best iPhone printer: take photos and print them out on the move
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide You don't have to wait till you're home to print out your pictures; you can use the best iPhone printer instead!

Canon fires shots at Sony with the new PowerShot V1 compact camera
By James Artaius published
The Canon PowerShot V1 is a compact camera aimed at hybrid content creators – and it's taking aim at Sony's ZV line

The best Olympus cameras and OM System cameras for content creators, enthusiasts and pros
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide Small, powerful and stylish – these are the best Olympus cameras (OM System) for everyone, from novices to pros

The best teleprompter in 2025: present content like a pro
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide Make eye contact using the best teleprompters when shooting with your camera, phone or tablet

The best portable printers in 2025: make real prints of your shots for sharing while you’re in the moment
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide With one of the best portable printers, you can make prints anywhere and everywhere, to share with friends and family.

Is the Nikon ZX real? This global shutter monster could be a Sony A9 III killer
By James Artaius published
NEWS Too good to be true? The Nikon ZX will reportedly be the Big N's first-ever global shutter sensor camera

What is ISO in photography?
By James Artaius published
camera basics It's crucial, but just what is ISO in photography? Here's what it stands for, what the numbers mean, and when to change them

Camera companies "say they think about the consumer. They're liars. They only think about their competitors."
By James Artaius published
OPINION This controversial camera designer said that Japanese brands are more concerned with competitors than customers. Is this why we don't get many ballsy cameras?

OFFICIAL: Canon rules the mirrorless camera market in the US
By James Artaius published
NEWS Canon claims #1 status for mirrorless cameras, full-frame cameras, full-frame mirrorless cameras, interchangeable lens cameras and more

Haters be damned – EVERYONE loves the new OM System camera (except Kai)
By James Artaius published
NEWS It just became unfashionable to bash OM System, as the superb OM-3 achieves universal adulation

Comeback kid: the Canon PowerShot SX70 HS is getting a replacement this year
By James Artaius published
NEWS The Canon PowerShot SX70 HS is reportedly getting a replacement in the latter half of 2025, as the bridge camera Rennaissance continues

Sony A7 V: what I want to see… is probably NOT what Sony is going to give me
By James Artaius published
OPINION The Sony A7 V is expected imminently. But will the new A7 go back to its entry-level roots, or continue add tech and price?

The best pancake lenses: super-skinny primes that keep the weight off
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide Sick of big fat glass? The best pancake lenses for Canon, Nikon, Panasonic and more are as thin as… well, a pancake!

The best Canon camera in 2025: Canon's top mirrorless, DSLRs and compacts
By James Artaius last updated
Updated Our Canon expert runs down the best Canon cameras of all kinds for beginners, enthusiasts and professionals

The best camera for portraits in 2025: cameras that are perfect for people pics
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Updated The best camera for portraits needs to capture perfect facial perspective and beautiful background blur

If you want a Canon EOS M100, get one while you can – it's just been discovered by Gen Z
By James Artaius published
News The underrated Canon EOS M100 has found a second life with Gen Zers and the "everyday carry" crowd

Best camera for sports photography in 2025: get in on the action!
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide These are the best cameras for sports photography I've ever used, from ball sports to brawl sports

Olympus M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 review
By Matthew Richards last updated
review The Olympus M.Zuiko17mm f/1.8 is a super-teeny Micro Four Thirds lens with real bite

Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 review
By Matthew Richards last updated
review The Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 is a tiny little lens that punches well above its weight.
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