
Mike Harris
Mike studied photography at college, honing his Adobe Photoshop skills and learning to work in the studio and darkroom. After a few years writing for various publications, he headed to the ‘Big Smoke’ to work on Wex Photo Video’s award-winning content team, before transitioning back to print as Technique Editor (later Deputy Editor) on N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine.
With bylines in Digital Camera, PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, Practical Photography, Digital Photographer, iMore, and TechRadar, he’s a fountain of photography and consumer tech knowledge, making him a top tutor for techniques on cameras, lenses, tripods, filters, and more. His expertise extends to everything from portraits and landscapes to abstracts and architecture to wildlife and, yes, fast things going around race tracks...
Latest articles by Mike Harris

Flagship Nikon Z9 just got a BIG update with better AF, Auto Capture, and Custom Picture Controls
By Mike Harris published
News Nikon’s best camera just got even better thanks to firmware update 5.30
This prompt-free AI relighting plug-in for Photoshop promises "truly photorealistic relighting, in any way imaginable"
By Mike Harris published
News Vividon set to launch beta for AI-powered relighting plug-in for Adobe Photoshop. "No lighting rigs. No reshoots. Limitless creative freedom"

Rule of thirds photography getting a bit boring? Try the golden ratio instead
By Mike Harris published
Tutorial The golden ratio or Fibonacci spiral crops up all over the place. Here’s why it should crop up in your photography, too!

I didn’t ‘get’ the Ricoh GR series until I got to play with a premium compact camera in the flesh
By Mike Harris published
Opinion Few cameras have been as hotly anticipated as the Ricoh GR IV, and few series enjoy such a loyal cult following. Now I know why...

Is AI finally paying off for Adobe? Software giant publishes record financial results
By Mike Harris published
News Adobe reports record Q4 and FY2025 financial results that exceed expectations, but in an uncertain AI climate, is it enough?

The best drawing tablets and pen displays: top graphics tablets for editing photos with a stylus
By Mike Harris last updated
Updated The best drawing tablets aren't just for drawing. They're also a great way to edit photos in Photoshop or Lightroom!

Photo of high-fiving gorilla wins gold at Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards thanks to perfect comedic timing
By Mike Harris published
News Gut-busting image of high-fiving gorilla has Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards judges guffawing in the aisles

Could Sigma extend its coveted telephoto run with a 300mm f/2.8? This patent supports the possibility
By Mike Harris published
News Sigma’s been on a legendary telephoto run of late, so even the faintest possibility of a 300mm f/2.8 is worth delving into

This unremarkable Nikon compact is trending, here’s why and what I’d buy instead
By Mike Harris published
Opinion The Nikon Coolpix S6900 has become a bit of an unlikely online darling

The gap between DSLRs and mirrorless cameras is not as wide as you might think for MOST photographers
By Mike Harris published
Opinion There’s a huge gap between DSLR and mirrorless cameras as far as technical specs, but I think this narrows significantly in real-world use

Is Pentax Film Project about to stage a sensational return? Rumor of new Pentax film camera surfaces
By Mike Harris published
New Could the Pentax Film Project be back from the brink? Whispers of a new film camera give analog fans hope, but I’m not so sure…

New camera line-up boasts teeny compact cameras that fit on keychains and a trio of film cameras
By Mike Harris published
News Nakabayashi Co launches film and digital camera range that boasts six releases, including a trio of film cameras, a camera for kids, and minuscule keychain cameras

I think this type of photography is the perfect solution to what to do with your camera on a rainy day
By Mike Harris published
You can capture still life photography from the comfort of your own home and with little more than a camera, tripod, and lens

Only 12.3% of respondents didn't use AI in last year’s State of the Photography Industry Survey. Will this year prove any different?
By Mike Harris published
News Photographers from all over the industry are asked to share their experiences and outlook towards the year ahead in the State of the Photography Industry Survey

Can you beat my photography word search?
By Mike Harris published
Crossword How quickly can you find all 10 imaging-themed words in my photography word search?

This Sony camera got pulled because it had Superman X-ray vision that could see through clothes!
By Mike Harris published
News Sony inadvertently caused a furor in the late '90s when it was discovered that a cheap filter could give a night-vision camcorder ‘X-ray vision’

Photography crossword: Only true photo enthusiasts can beat my brainteaser
By Mike Harris published
Crossword If you know a little about a lot when it comes to photography and videography, you’re in a prime position to beat my crossword challenge

Are you a film camera buff? Try my analog-themed word search
By Mike Harris published
Crossword How fast can you uncover all nine film-photography terms in my special-edition word search?

How to photograph the full moon tonight
By Jamie Carter last updated
Tutorial Tips for getting great pictures of the full moon in 2025

Sigma can’t meet consumer appetite for its amazing 300-600mm f/4 zoom, but it's not as simple as just upping production
By Mike Harris published
News Sigma can’t make two of the biggest releases of 2025 fast enough, but making more isn’t a feasible short-term solution

Sony suspends new A7 IV firmware – this is why I never update my firmware on day one
By Mike Harris published
Opinion Firmware makes your camera even better, but it can occasionally make it worse, as some Sony A7 IV users recently found out…

Hate subscriptions? This Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom deal might change your mind, just £98.99 for the whole year!
By Mike Harris published
Deal Save over £150 off Adobe’s Photography Plan and get access to industry-standard photo editing software for an entire year

The best photo editing software in 2025: retouch, fix and enhance your images
By Mike Harris last updated
BUYING GUIDE This is the best photo editing software for improving your images and feeding your creativity

The Olympus E-M10 Mark IV is a classic and still a brilliant camera for beginners - whichever color you choose!
By Mike Harris published
Deal I’ve always loved the Olympus E-M10 Mark IV’s good looks and compact size. I think it’s a great beginner or everyday camera, and at this price it won't break the bank
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