
Kalum Carter
Kalum is a photographer, filmmaker, creative director, and writer with over 10 years of experience in visual storytelling. With a strong focus on photography books, curation, and photo editing, he blends a deep understanding of both contemporary and historical works.
Alongside his creative projects, Kalum writes about photography and filmmaking, interviewing industry professionals, showcasing emerging talent, and offering in-depth analyses of the art form. His work highlights the power of visual storytelling, fostering an appreciation for the impact of photography.
Latest articles by Kalum Carter

Fujifilm X-E5 gets its first firmware update with security boosts and Instax support
By Kalum Carter published
News Streamlined menus and instant-print support bring modern conveniences to the Fujifilm X-E5

What's in the camera bag of world-renowned wildlife photographer Keith Ladzinski?
By Kalum Carter published
News From telephoto lens to speedlights, Keith Ladzinski explains his formula for capturing wildlife

Street photography: Has naming the genre done more harm than good?
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion Naming the genre 'street photography' may have limited the way we see it

At just over US$1,000, I think the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is the perfect first cine cam
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion Affordable, approachable and packed with pro-level features, Blackmagic’s Pocket Cinema Camera 4K gives new filmmakers a true cinema tool in a mirrorless-style body

Is Viltrox about to join the L-Mount Alliance?
By Kalum Carter published
News The fast-rising lens maker is tipped to become the latest member of the partnership between the likes of Leica, Panasonic and Sigma, expanding affordable options for photographers and filmmakers

Sigma issues official apology as demand for its world-first 200mm f/2 lens outpaces supply in Japan
By Kalum Carter published
News The recently announced Sigma 200mm f/2 DG OS | Sports lens is proving more popular than the brand expected

Broncolor unveils the Stelos 800 L, a high-end high-power monolight for ultimate on-location flash flexibility
By Kalum Carter published
News Combining 800 joules of flash energy, adjustable color temperature and versatile V-mount battery operation, the Stelos 800 L brings studio-quality lighting wherever your shoots take you

Is the new Godox AD400 Pro II the ideal strobe for location shoots?
By Kalum Carter published
News Godox launches the AD400 Pro II: A compact strobe with big upgrades for location shooters

Blackmagic Design releases a FREE 156-page guide for immersive filmmaking
By Kalum Carter published
News Blackmagic's free 156-page URSA Cine Immersive guide takes creators from capture to delivery, helping break down barriers of a format still in its infancy

I’ve compiled the best landscape photography books from my library to inspire your next outdoor adventure
By Kalum Carter published
Features Breathtaking imagery, expert advice, and the stories behind the world’s most captivating landscapes

One of the world's toughest action cameras just got even tougher with the help of SmallRig
By Kalum Carter published
News SmallRig announces a rugged cage kit for the DJI Osmo 360, adding protection and expandability

Ricoh’s tiny new GF-2 flash for the GR IV fills in the missing piece for street photographers
By Kalum Carter published
News Super compact and lightweight, the GF-2 flash brings fill light to the Ricoh GR IV

This new compact camera monitor from Hollyland could make film sets run a lot smoother
By Kalum Carter published
News Hollyland’s Pyro 5 combines bright display, wireless transmission, and recording in one device

What have we done? World Press Photo celebrates 70th anniversary with major exhibition
By Kalum Carter published
A landmark show curated by Cristina de Middel revisits seven decades of powerful, provocative, and sometimes problematic images that shaped how we see the world

I'm in search of a cinema camera, and I may have just stumbled across the deal of the year, saving me £1,370!
By Kalum Carter published
I'm in search of a cinema camera, and I may have just stumbled across the deal of the year! SAVE £1,370!

Is a Canon camera phone incoming?
By Kalum Carter published
News Canon’s new patent hints at a cinema-capable smartphone. Is this finally Canon’s entry into camera phones?

The Fujifilm X Half compact camera gets ergonomic boost with these new SmallRig accessories
By Kalum Carter published
News Style meets function as SmallRig’s vintage-inspired kit fixes the quirks of the Fujifilm X Half

More than 200 leading photographers offer images of hope to support global conservation
By Kalum Carter published
News Limited-edition prints from world-renowned photographers raise funds for Conservation International

The first Ricoh GR IV sample images hint at meaningful refinements for street photographers
By Kalum Carter published
News Early shots from the Ricoh GR IV highlight improved stabilization, sharp macro detail, and Ricoh's signature character

Could this be the most exciting lens of the year? Sigma announces the 200mm f/2 Sports!
By Kalum Carter published
News A lens for the ages! I'm predicting that Sigma's world's first 200mm f/2 full-frame mirrorless lens will become an instant classic

Sony dominates EISA Awards with Lens of the Year
By Kalum Carter published
News From pro zooms to portrait primes, the 2025 EISA lens winners prove we’re living in a golden age of glass

3 Canon cameras scoop EISA Awards, but the 'camera of the year' might surprise you!
By Kalum Carter published
News From pro powerhouses to pocket-sized vloggers, this year’s EISA Awards celebrate the cameras shaping photography’s golden age

Sigma brings a design-driven pop-up store to London this September
By Kalum Carter published
News Get your hands on the award-winning Sigma BF at Sigma's upcoming pop-up store
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