
Lauren Scott
Lauren is a photographer and journalist with a degree in Marine & Natural History Photography and over a decade of experience in the camera industry. The former Managing Editor of Digital Camera World, she has also headed up the former Digital Photographer Magazine. Today, Lauren specialises in wildlife and landscape photography (although she also takes on wedding photography), frequently testing bird feeder cameras and trail cameras in her local Cotswolds neighbourhood. Her bylines include Canon Europe, Tech Radar, Space.com, and Woman & Home.
Latest articles by Lauren Scott

"Photography is my escape from the madness of adulthood. Even though its my full-time job, I use it to relax and clear my head"
By Lauren Scott Published
Interview Whether in his garden or a quiet woodland, Sam Rusu is interested in all creatures bright and beautiful, great and small. He shares why photography is a release

I love it when clients say "I know this is impossible", says pro photographer James Musselwhite
By Lauren Scott Published
Interview From weddings to wrestling, James Musselwhite is one of the most versatile and photographers in the business

"Budding photographers shouldn’t be afraid to jump out of their comfort zone. When I first started out, I said yes to everything that came my way".
By Lauren Scott Published
Interview Professional commercial and content photographer Chris Priestley shares his approach and equipment to shooting luxury lifestyle campaigns

Zoom Q2n-4K review: video streaming for musicians on a budget
By Lauren Scott Published
Review Zoom's Q2n-4K doesn't offer spectacular video but the audio is great for such a portable recorder

Kenko Pro1D Smart Variable NDX filter review: deliciously dark
By Lauren Scott Published
Review A handy variable neutral density filter that's ideal on a budget

Zoom Q8n-4K review: the camcorder for performers
By Lauren Scott Published
Review Zoom Q8n-4K is best for casual music productions where the audio quality is more important than the visuals

Kenko Pro1D+ NDX3-450+C-PL filter review: too much in one
By Lauren Scott Published
Review The Kenko Pro1D+ NDX3-450+C-PL is a convenient all-in-one filter but lacks premium optical quality

Kenko Pro1D+ CPL filter review: blue skies ahead
By Lauren Scott Published
Review The Kenko Pro1D+ CPL filter is quick to deploy and offers top image quality

Kenko Pro1D+ UV filter review: a magnetic design that doesn't always attract
By Lauren Scott Published
Review The Kenko Pro1D+ UV filters are easy to use but let down by weak magnets

Kenko Anamorflare filters review: Get light rays on a budget
By Lauren Scott Published
Review Kenko's Anamorflare lineup is the latest in creative filters. They add striking light rays to your stills and video, but subtly affect the quality too

Sony AX53 review: 4K filmmaking on a budget
By Lauren Scott Published
Review Sony's AX53 is ideal for everyday family moments and vacations if you want decent quality but not high cost

"Complaining about AI won’t make it go away. It’s time to embrace and enjoy it or watch it run over you," says Scott Kelby
By Lauren Scott Published
Photography & Video Show Scott Kelby chats AI, switching to Canon, a lifelong love of travel, and his talk at The Photography & Video Show next week

Panasonic HC-V180 review: a bargain travel camcorder
By Lauren Scott Published
Review The Panasonic HC-V180 is the ideal camcorder for travel movies if you don't have an advanced smartphone

Sony HDR-CX405 Handycam review: a cheap, compact HD camcorder
By Lauren Scott Published
Review Sony HDR-CX405 offers a longer zoom than most smartphones, but doesn't always match their image quality

Canon XA75 review: a niche camcorder for pros
By Lauren Scott Published
Review Canon XA75 is a camcorder best suited for journalists and event shooters, but it won't have mass appeal

Canon XA65 review: great pro camcorder let down by its AF
By Lauren Scott Published
Review The Canon XA65 is a 1/2.3-Type CMOS 4K pro camcorder that's well-suited to weddings and live event coverage

Canon HF G70 review: a compact camcorder for enthusiasts
By Lauren Scott Published
Review Can the Canon HF G70 compete with mirrorless cameras for versatility?

Petcube Bites 2 Lite review: the top dog in affordable pet cameras
By Lauren Scott Published
Review Petcube Bites Lite 2 is a fun-treat-tossing camera

iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro: Which Apple smartphone should you buy?
By Amy Davies Last updated
versus Our Apple iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro guide explains the main differences between the phones, to help you make the best choice

SmallRig Fujifilm X-T5 retro handheld cage kit review
By Lauren Scott Published
Review A versatile and stylish camera rig for the Fujifilm X-T5

An original iPhone has sold for over $63,000 – and it doesn't even work!
By Lauren Scott Published
news A first-generation Apple iPhone in its original box has sold for $63,356 at auction

Avatar, Black Panther and Top Gun were all shot on Sony cameras
By Lauren Scott Published
news Remember when everyone said Sony's E-mount wouldn't catch on? These Hollywood blockbusters beg to differ!

Get killer footage from an FPV drone
By Lauren Scott Published
Interview Ellis Van Jason takes his Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K Pro camera to the skies worldwide. He explains the shooting considerations
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