
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

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

Kodak Mini 2 Retro review: a small-scale photo printer that’s big on value
By Matthew Richards published
Review The Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R is a remarkably compact, lightweight and affordable dye-sub photo printer that nearly fits in a pocket and is easy on the wallet

The best lenses for the Nikon Z8 and Z9: top-flight lenses for these top-of-the-range cameras
By Rod Lawton last updated
Updated It's a tough job, but I pick out the best lenses for the Nikon Z8 and Z9, Nikon's sensational high-res mirrorless flagships

Canon Selphy QX20 review: see the smaller picture
By Matthew Richards published
Review The Canon Selphy QX20 is a revamped mobile photo printer that creates rectangular as well as square prints

The best compact printers in 2025: space-saving printers for the road and for home
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated Some of the best compact printers are ideal for mobile printing with a laptop, others will save space in the home office.

The best Canon printers in 2025
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying Guide How do you pick the best Canon printer from its huge range of options? Our guide will help you find the right one for you

Canon Pixma TR150 review: a smart portable inkjet printer for work and pleasure
By Matthew Richards published
Review The Canon Pixma TR150 is a tidy little inkjet that’s ideal for travelling business users but also makes a good job of printing color photos

The best scanner for documents & photos: digitize your docs and precious images
By Tom May last updated
Buying Guide Digitize receipts, reports, photos, ID cards, negatives, and more, with the best scanner for documents and photos

The best photo paper for inkjet printers: look good on paper
By Matthew Richards last updated
Updated Bring your images to life with the best photo paper for your inkjet printer, from Canon, Epson, Hahnemühle and more

The best lenses for wedding photography and event photography: capture the moment
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying Guide What are the best lenses for wedding and event photography? From primes to telephotos, these are the lenses to get

The best Nikon telephoto lenses: long reach for DSLRs and Z system cameras at sensible prices
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying Guide We pick out the best Nikon telephoto lenses for DSLRs and Nikon Z cameras, covering every price range and focal length

The best Pentax lenses: my top lens suggestions for your Pentax DSLR
By Matthew Richards last updated
Buying Guide These are the best Pentax lenses to extend your DSLR system, whether you have an APS-C model or a full frame K-1 II

The best lenses for the Nikon D3500: a perfect fit for this entry-level camera
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Updated These are the best lenses for your Nikon D3500, combining usefulness and value when you're ready to start expanding your system

Vanguard Alta Pro 3VL 304CT review: sturdy carbon legs and a leveling base, bring your own head
By Matthew Richards published
Review The Vanguard Alta Pro 3VL 304CT is a set of carbon fiber legs with an integral levelling base. Just add the head you want for what you shoot and how you shoot it.

The best rechargeable AA batteries in 2025 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.

Olympus M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 review
By Matthew Richards last updated
review The Olympus M.Zuiko17mm f/1.8 is a super-teeny Micro Four Thirds lens with real bite

Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 review
By Matthew Richards last updated
review The Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 is a tiny little lens that punches well above its weight.

Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM review: a ‘trinity’ standard zoom for the masses
By Matthew Richards published
Review The Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM redresses the balance of trinity standard zooms, with a relatively compact, lightweight and affordable package.

Canon RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM review: yet another Canon RF wide-angle zoom, how does it compare?
By Matthew Richards last updated
Review The Canon RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM is a lightweight alternative to a ‘trinity’ wide-angle zoom, adding yet more choice to Canon’s extensive range of wide-angle lenses for EOS R system cameras.

Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II review: a new standard – smaller, lighter, better
By Matthew Richards published
Review After nine years, the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II replaces the original range-topping X-mount standard zoom with an eye on weight-saving, downsizing and superior performance.

Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM review
By Matthew Richards last updated
REVIEW Reasonably priced for a Canon L-series lens, the EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM is also a top performer

The best Canon superzoom lenses: supersized zoom range for Canon DSLR and mirrorless cameras
By Jon Stapley last updated
Updated We pick the best Canon superzoom lenses for Canon DSLR and mirrorless cameras – single lenses to replace two or three!

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
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