
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

The best cheap cameras: My picks for great cameras that won't break the bank
By Lauren Scott last updated
Buying Guide The best cheap cameras give you the best photographic features and quality for your money

"AI for analog photos": this developing powder sharpens blurry photos using film's grain structure
By James Artaius published
NEWS Qubit Grain promises to sharpen even out-of-focus photographs during the film development process

These are the best photography April Fools we've ever seen
By Chris George published
APRIL FOOLS Happy Fake News Day! Here are our favorite photography-related April Fools japes

Canon: “The EOS R50 V is the beginning of a new series” of cameras
By James Artaius published
NEWS More Canon RV hybrid video cameras are on the way – and we could see the next one later this year

NO FAIR! 😤 Asia gets ANOTHER exclusive Canon camera that we didn't get over here
By James Artaius published
NEWS First the PowerShot V1, now this – the new Canon EOS R50 V is available in this exclusive finish, but only in Asia (for now…)

Hasselblad X1D: is the original medium format mirrorless camera still worth a look?
By James Artaius published
OPINION The original Hasselblad X1D was a trailblazing camera, but how does it hold up in 2025?

Best lights for Zoom calls: look smart on camera with desktop lighting
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying Guide Look more presentable when videoconferencing, with the best lights for Zoom calls available today

Hands-on Canon PowerShot V1 review: is this compact camera comeback a Sony ZV killer?
By James Artaius last updated
Not yet ratedREVIEW After 6 years, is the Canon PowerShot V1 the compact camera comeback that everyone's been hoping for?

Hands-on Canon RF 20mm f/1.4L VCM review: Canon's widest professional prime for the RF mount
By James Artaius published
Not yet ratedREVIEW The Canon RF 20mm f/1.4L VCM is both the widest hybrid lens and the widest pro prime in Canon's RF lineup

Hands-on Canon EOS R50 V review: a "baby Cinema EOS" camera for content creators
By James Artaius published
Not yet ratedREVIEW The Canon EOS R50 V arms aspiring content creators with powerful professional features

Hands-on Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.4 IS STM PZ review: THE must-have lens for content creators
By James Artaius published
Not yet ratedREVIEW The Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.4 IS STM PZ is a cheap, compact and capable content creation lens

The best Sony camera for vlogging, filmmaking and photography
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Updated These are the best Sony cameras right now for photographers, videographers, and content creation

Best student camera in 2025: top gear for school and college photography courses
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying Guide The very best student cameras are a joy to use and will help you excel in your photography course

The best Canon RF lenses in 2025: top lenses for the EOS R camera system
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide Check out the best Canon RF lenses for whatever you shoot, whether you're a full frame or APS-C shooter

The best Micro Four Thirds cameras from Olympus, OM System and Panasonic – as chosen by a day one user!
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide The best Micro Four Thirds cameras are the ultimate combo of portability (sometimes even pocketability!) and power

The best DSLR in 2025: Chunky, classic camera designs still loved today
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide The best DSLRs are still great cameras to buy today, with bigger bodies, better battery life, and a huge range of lenses

BREAKING: Canon is teasing TWO new cameras for next week!
By James Artaius published
It looks like two new Canon cameras are coming on March 26 – including what looks like the PowerShot V1

Will Nikon's new camera be enough to make you jump ship?
By James Artaius published
Nikon is reportedly launching a key new camera next month – will it be enough to make you a Nikon user?

The best compact cameras: top quality cameras you can take anywhere
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide These are the best compact cameras you can get right now, and we've tried them all. Get big camera quality in your pocket!

The best waterproof camera in 2025: compact underwater cameras for fun and action
By James Artaius last updated
Updated The best waterproof cameras are perfect for shooting on the beach, in the sea, or anywhere that other cameras dare not go!

This full-frame Nikon Z camera is so cheap, I just might switch systems 😱
By James Artaius published
DEAL The Nikon Z5 is just £809 at Currys right now – for that price, I may be about to buy my first Nikon camera in years!

Is Nikon taking aim at Sony with a Red-powered FX3 killer?
By James Artaius published
NEWS Nikon is reportedly working on a video-centric camera that will challenge Sony's FX3 dominance

The best full frame cameras: from budget buys to high-end pro cameras
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide These are the best full frame cameras on the market right now, whether you're just starting out or upgrading your current kit
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