
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

Full-frame 35mm f/1.8 prime added to Meike’s flagship Pro Series of lenses for Nikon, Sony and L-Mount
By Mike Harris published
News Looking for a fast, full-frame standard prime that won’t break the bank? The Meike 35mm f/1.8 Pro could be the solution

One of the coolest Polaroid special editions ever is LESS than half price for new Polaroid Members – and only £69.99 for everyone else!
By Mike Harris published
Deal The Polaroid Now – Basquiat Edition is covered in Jean-Michel Basquiat’s famous artwork ‘Boy and Dog in a Johnnypump’ and is a must-have for collectors at half price

These Nikon premium compact cameras were cancelled at the last minute, but would sell like hotcakes today!
By Mike Harris published
Opinion The Nikon DL series was canned due to a series of unfortunate events, but if this premium compact camera line was revived with modern specs, it would fly off the shelves

Talk of a Nikon Zf II has got me writing my wishlist to jolly old Saint Nikon!
By Mike Harris published
OPINION Assuming it’s in the works, how far off is the Nikon Zf II likely to be? And how would it improve upon the already excellent Zf?

It’s not hype – the iPhone 15 Pro Max really is all over 28 Years Later
By Mike Harris published
Features Take a look at the iPhone rigs 28 Years Later director Danny Boyle and cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle used to create the British zombie horror

I captured my sharpest landscapes EVER with these blur-busting camera tips
By Mike Harris last updated
Tutorial Never have blurry or fuzzy images again with our top tips for capturing sharp landscape photography

Is the retro Nikon Z fc still a relevant mirrorless camera in 2025? Or has it become a matter of style over substance?
By Mike Harris published
Features The Nikon Z fc is built around 6-year-old Nikon Z 50 tech. Is it a good-looking dud in 2025 or is its retro charm still enough to warrant a purchase?

Yet another Nikon Z8 firmware update has been released to fix lens compatibility issues – here's firmware 3.01
By Mike Harris published
News Nikon Z8 firmware v3.01 reportedly fixes lens compatibility issues from v3.00. Just DO NOT update your Nikon Z8 with a third-party lens attached!

Nikon suits up for San Diego Comic-Con – I guess the X-Men aren’t the only ones who look good in yellow
By Mike Harris published
News Move over, Justice League – Nikon and its Creators team up for San Diego Comic-Con, with workshops, meet-and-greets and more

9 common landscape photography mistakes (and how to avoid them)
By Jeff Meyer last updated
How to There’s an awful lot to learn about capturing sprawling vistas, even seasoned photographers are susceptible to these common landscape photography mistakes. Don't let that be you!

New Rollei compact camera launched, just don’t expect another Rollei 35 AF
By Mike Harris published
News The Rollei Powerflex X8 is a cheap compact camera that appears to be Rollei in name only

Aftershoot rolls out new AI Retouching tool designed to “complete the portrait post-production workflow.”
By Mike Harris published
News Aftershoot users can now take advantage of new AI-powered retouching tools that are free-to-use for a limited time

Sony built a camera for Star Wars: Episode II that could only shoot 8-bit 1080p – but that didn't stop George Lucas from rewriting filmmaking history!
By Mike Harris published
NEWS Can you believe that Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones was shot at 8-bit 1080p? Is that why it’s aged more than The Phantom Menace and Revenge of the Sith?

I can’t wait to see what Premier League Fantasy Football fans do with Adobe AI, but does Adobe know what it’s getting itself into?
By Mike Harris published
News He's got a plant pot – on his head. He's got a plant pot – on his head. He's got a plant pot – on his head. He's got a plant pot on his head!

Want a camera that will last forever? These 5 film cameras will be with you for a lifetime
By Mike Harris published
Retro SLR cameras are known for being built like a tank, but which ones will stand the test of another lifetime?

LAST CHANCE to get a cheap lens for under £200 in the Prime Day sale!
By Mike Harris last updated
Deal There’s never been a better time to pick up good-quality primes at affordable prices. Costing as little as £72, which budget lenses are worth your time this Prime Day?

Amazon Prime Day camera gear under £55 can’t be any good, right? WRONG!
By Mike Harris published
Deal Some major brands have some seriously cheap camera gear on offer this Amazon Prime Day. Here are some of my favorites

Nikon Z fc drops to £629, and I must resist... but it’s so PRETTY!
By Mike Harris published
Deal I’ve wanted a Nikon Z fc for years; every time it drops to this price I find it harder and harder to resist

The Olympus E-M10 Mark IV is a great camera for beginners – and £580 with a lens is certainly an entry-level price!
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

£50 for a tablet? These Amazon Fire deals are incredible – talk about a fire sale!
By Mike Harris published
Deal Looking for a cheap tablet to sling in your camera bag so you can watch Netflix or read a Kindle book in your downtime between shoots? These deals are fire!

I’m not surprised 25% of you said compact cameras are your favorite type of camera to buy next. Here are my five top picks to consider
By Mike Harris published
Opinion My recent poll revealed 25% of you can’t get enough of compact cameras, and with good reason! I think these are the cream of the compact crop

Prime Day poll: from cheap compact cameras to pro-grade full-frame monsters, I want to know what deals you’re looking out for
By Mike Harris published
Poll Compact cameras might have taken the industry by storm, but we live in a world where there’s a camera for everyone. I want to know what type of camera you’re hunting for this Prime Day

What camera accessory deals are you hoping to pick up this Prime Day?
By Mike Harris published
Poll It’s not just about camera deals this Prime Day, there are plenty of camera accessory deals to be had, too. Let me know what item you’re most holding out hope for
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