Matthew Richards
Matthew Richards is a photographer and journalist who has spent years using and reviewing all manner of photo gear. He is Digital Camera World's principal lens reviewer – and has tested more primes and zooms than most people have had hot dinners!
His expertise with equipment doesn’t end there, though. He is also an encyclopedia when it comes to all manner of cameras, camera holsters and bags, flashguns, tripods and heads, printers, papers and inks, and just about anything imaging-related.
In an earlier life he was a broadcast engineer at the BBC, as well as a former editor of PC Guide.
Latest articles by Matthew Richards

Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 review: a zero-fat, full-frame compatible pancake prime for mirrorless cameras, now in four flavors
By Matthew Richards Last updated
Review The Viltrox AF 28mm F4.5 ‘chip lens’ is barely more than half an inch thick and only weighs a couple of ounces. It’s now available in Fujifilm, Nikon, Sony and L-mount options

Thypoch Voyager 24-50mm f/2.8 review: compact, lightweight and affordable, complete with autofocus and weather-seals
By Matthew Richards Published
Review The Thypoch Voyager 24-50mm f/2.8 is a new budget-friendly ‘alternative trinity’ standard zoom for Sony E-mount cameras, and the company’s first autofocus zoom

The best all-in-one printers for home office and hybrid working in 2026
By Matthew Richards Last updated
Updated Print, scan, copy and fax when you’re working at home, with the best all-in-one printers available right now.

Benro A572LLKH Lightning Lock Aluminum Video Tripod Kit review: built for speed and stability
By Matthew Richards Published
Review The Benro A572LLKH Lightning Lock Aluminum Video Tripod Kit is from a new generation of pro-grade video tripods from a leading manufacturer

Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.8 Evo review: a further evolution of the species, this time for the APS-C subdivision
By Matthew Richards Published
Review The Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.8 Evo is a classy but cost-effective short telephoto prime for Fujifilm, Nikon and Sony APS-C format mirrorless cameras

Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 Evo review: this portrait-friendly prime gets the next-gen treatment
By Matthew Richards Published
Review The Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 Evo is from the growing ‘Evo’ range of feature-rich but budget-friendly lenses, this time for APS-C format Fujifilm, Nikon and Sony cameras

Tenba Roadie v2 Spinner 21 International review: A camera roller bag that’s designed for the whole journey, not just the airport terminal
By Matthew Richards Published
Review The Tenba Roadie v2 Spinner 21 International aims to adhere to strict airline carry-on restrictions, while taking all onward travel requirements in its stride

Tenba Roadie v2 Spinner 21 Air Case review: a photo/video roller case that’s as hard as nails but soft to the touch and optionally doubles as a backpack
By Matthew Richards Published
Review The Tenba Roadie v2 Spinner 21 Air Case rolls up in style, ideal as a carry-on bag but tough enough to be checked in as hold baggage, and versatile enough for any journey

The best lenses for the Canon EOS M50 and M50 Mark II: these mini marvels will make the most of your slimline camera
By Matthew Richards Last updated
Updated Join me as I share some of my favorite lenses for the Canon EOS M50 and the EOS M50 II

The best large format printer for photographers, exhibitors and studios in 2026
By Matthew Richards Last updated
Updated Discover the best large format printers available, from desktop options to roll-fed commercial printers

The best lenses for food photography
By Matthew Richards Last updated
Buying guide The best lenses for food photography will help you take mouth-wateringly good photos of your favourite meals

Best lenses for the Sony A6400 in 2026: let me help you pick the perfect lenses for your pocket powerhouse Sony body
By Rod Lawton Published
Updated Here are my recommendations of the best lenses for the Sony A6400, so you can enjoy all that this powerful APS-C format Sony camera has to offer

Best lenses for the Sony A7S III and A7S II in 2026: smart glass for these hybrid cameras
By Rod Lawton Published
Buying guide The latter of these two cameras was launched back in 2020 and a lot has happened since – so what are the best lenses for the Sony A7S III and A7S II today?

Best lenses for the Sony A7R V, A7R IV, and A7R III in 2026: primes and zooms for ultimate resolution
By Jase Parnell-Brookes Published
Updated The best lenses for the Sony A7R V, A7R IV and A7R III will resolve the finest of detail, making the most of these high-resolution full-frame cameras

Best lenses for the Sony A7C and A7C II: the ideal fit for these wonderfully compact and portable full-frame cameras
By Rod Lawton Published
Updated Let me help you find the best lenses for the Sony A7C and A7C II, based on compact size, a lightweight build, ease-of-use, and affordability

Best lenses for the Sony ZV-E1 in 2026: ready for your close-up? I pick out some vloggers' delights for this smart little Sony camera
By Rod Lawton Published
Updated What are the best lenses for the Sony ZV-E1? Sony’s high-end vlogging tool needs lenses that match its size and capabilities

The best lenses for vlogging: film the world and film yourself!
By Matthew Richards Last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best lenses for vlogging have to meet different needs to those for shooting stills. Here's what to look for

Best Sony video lenses for vlogging and filmmaking in 2026: let's make movies!
By Rod Lawton Published
Buying guide What are the best Sony video lenses for vloggers and filmmakers? Here are my top picks

The best Canon telephoto lenses in 2026 for your DSLR or EOS R mirrorless camera
By Matthew Richards Last updated
UPDATED The best Canon telephoto lenses for EF and RF mounts enable you to get up close to the action even from far away

Polaroid Wave review: a basic and relatively cheap underwater streaming camera
By Matthew Richards Published
Review The Polaroid Wave underwater streaming camera can shoot 18MP stills and 4K UHD video (or so it claims) and while it can’t walk on water, it does float on the surface

Viltrox Vintage Z1 Pro review: a retro styled on-camera flash that’s full of clever tricks, in dedicated options for Canon, Nikon, Sony and Fujifilm
By Matthew Richards Published
Review For a few dollars more, the Viltrox Vintage Z1 Pro edition leaves the older ‘Retro’ version in its wake, adding a host of useful features and functions, plus touchscreen operation

Yashica guns for the Kodak Charmera with its new Funtastic Keychain Camera: a little box of delights that takes photos as well as keeping your keys safe
By Matthew Richards Published
News The Yashica Funtastic Keychain Camera is tiny and weighs next to nothing, but takes real photos and video, ideal for slipping into your pocket for a grand day out

The best rechargeable AA batteries in 2026 to power your cameras and portable devices
By Matthew Richards Last updated
Updated Find the best AA rechargeable batteries to power your flashes and other gadgets.
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