
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

If the Canon V1 is real, it could be the most important camera of 2025
By James Artaius published
The Canon V1 might be the most significant camera of the year – not just for Canon, but for the whole industry

The uncrowned king: the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II was Canon's answer to the Sony RX100 line
By James Artaius published
OPINION Often overlooked, the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II was a powerful compact camera with a big sensor and a BIG zoom

Wex Photo Video unveils new "hub for photographic excellence", as it relocates Milton Keynes store to cutting-edge venue
By James Artaius published
news New cutting-edge store offers immersive customer experience and supports the community – particularly student shooters

OFFICIAL: Canon will "increase production and sales of compact cameras"… by outsourcing production?
By James Artaius published
"Compact cameras are becoming increasingly popular… we aim to increase sales by establishing a production expansion system"

The best travel camera: compact and portable cameras to take anywhere
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Updated The best travel cameras are small, lightweight, easy to use and offer a range of features – here are the ones to look at

Leica SL3-S review: Leica's fastest camera ever – and its best ever mirrorless?
By James Artaius published
REVIEW The Leica SL3-S packs 24.6MP resolution, 6K open gate video, and a sensor that outpunches its Canon, Nikon and Lumix rivals

Is Canon launching a new compact camera… with a Micro Four Thirds-sized sensor?
By James Artaius published
Canon is reportedly releasing a new compact camera line this year – and it could have a larger sensor than ever before

49 years on, the Canon AE-1 is still a gateway drug to film cameras
By James Artaius published
Why is the Canon AE-1 is still one of the most popular film cameras, almost half a century after in launched?

Canon EOS RP full-frame camera kit drops in price!
By James Artaius published
DEAL The Canon EOS RP is at its lowest price this year - just £983 with 24-105mm zoom

The best camera for kids in 2025: great cameras for children of all ages
By Chris George last updated
Buying Guide The best camera for kids should be simple, fun, affordable, useful, and even educational!

The best Micro Four Thirds lenses for Olympus / OM System and Panasonic cameras
By James Artaius last updated
Updated We round up the best Micro Four Thirds lenses, including primes, ultra-wide angles and super-telephotos

Is Canon about to introduce open gate video?
By James Artaius published
NEWS Rumor has it that open gate video might be coming to the Canon EOS R5 Mark II next month

Leica celebrates its 100th birthday with a teddy bear's picnic, branded cufflinks, stationery, puzzles and camera accessories
By James Artaius published
For its 100th anniversary, Leica has launched a collection of Steiff teddy bears, branded camera accessories, stationery and other collectibles

Want to take photos like this? You NEED to attend an organized portraiture event!
By James Artaius published
OPINION Add pictures to your portfolio that you never thought possible, by attending an organized photography event

The best professional camera in 2025: which pro camera system is best?
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide The best professional cameras are "unicorns" that deliver high-quality stills, locked-in AF, fast burst modes, and crisp video

Sorry folks, TikTok isn't "unbanned", it's on reprieve – and VPNs don't work
By James Artaius published
VPNs don't solve the TikTok ban (and make no mistake, it's on reprieve, not unbanned)

This FREE Canon app enables you to use iPhones and iPads as multi-angle cameras
By James Artaius published
The new Canon Live Switcher Mobile app is essential for streamers using Apple devices, offering multi-angle video from iOS cameras

The best bridge camera in 2025: ultra-zoom cameras for far off subjects
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide The best bridge camera will deliver high-quality images, have a relatively big zoom, and DSLR-style handling

Pentax WG-90 review: the compact camera you can take ANYWHERE
By James Artaius published
review Not all compact cameras are created equal. The Pentax WG-90 goes places that others can't – in the water, sand, mud, freezing cold and desert heat!

The best point and shoot camera: easy to use cameras to fit every pocket
By James Artaius last updated
Buying Guide The best point and shoot camera will be affordable, have the ability to shoot photos and videos, and be very compact

12 years on, the Fujifilm X-M1 is still a king of micro mirrorless cameras
By James Artaius published
The Fujifilm X-M1 is the OG of Fujifilm's super small X cameras – but how does it hold up in 2025?

Instax Mini 90 Neo Classic review: still the coolest retro Instax in the range?
By Gavin Stoker last updated
review Forget the pastel colors and Hello Kitty styling of junior models in the Instax range; this retro-styled instant print contender is one for the grown ups

Instax Pal review – probably not your new BFF
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Review This Instax wants to be your best Pal, but probably should just remain an acquaintance
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