Latest articles by Mike Harris
I grew up idolizing George Lucas, but his passive stance on AI is deeply wrong
Opinion I’m not surprised that the Star Wars filmmaker isn’t opposed to AI, but I don’t agree with the way he frames it
“Best-looking Instax camera” gets retro silver glow-up. Instant cameras have never looked so cool!
News Instax Mini 99 is no longer just available in black, following the announcement of a slick-looking silver variant
The best video editing software in 2026
Buying guide The best video editing software can help you turn your video clips into polished and professional movie productions
Take a photo on my iPhone? I’d rather have toothache. And the compact camera comeback is a rebellion against our smartphone overlords
Opinion The tech giant killed David with his own catapult, but somehow he rose from the dead. In the battle for camera supremacy, how did the compact claw its way back into the arms of the consumer?
Retro Nikon Zf mirrorless camera tops used sales charts for the first time in over a year, beating out trendy Fujifilm
News The Nikon Zf tops Map Camera’s used sales ranking for June, with another Nikon favorite coming in second place ahead of Sony, Fujifilm and Canon
Forget "Hand of God" is this football's "Camera of God"? Why a cable-suspended camera is being blamed by Norway for its World Cup defeat
News England’s World Cup Quarter-Final clash with Norway marred by controversy, but data suggests that cable-suspended camera wasn’t to blame
Sony scraps physical PlayStation discs, I scrap my PS Plus. A camera manufacturer should know that old tech has a habit of coming back. But old tech isn't Sony's thing…
Opinion Sony abandons physical media, but the revival of film, instant cameras, compacts, camcorders and cheap point-and-shoots all prove that ‘dead-and-buried tech’ can make a comeback. But does Sony care?
The Olympus E-M10 Mark IV is still a great camera for beginners – and at £511 with a lens is certainly an entry-level price!
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
I’m a landscape photographer and the last-gen, full-frame Nikon Z7 II is still a tour de force camera. Why pay more?
Opinion Landscape photographers don’t use pinpoint autofocus and lightning burst speeds, so why pay for specs you don’t need?
Nikon launches ingenious Nikon Zf bottle holder among other camera-related swag – but they're only available in Japan
News From t-shirts to towels to bottle holders, Nikon Direct in Japan has launched a formidable collection of limited-edition swag – but sadly it’s only available domestically
DSLR cameras are picture-making machines; mirrorless cameras are picture-making computers. Sometimes I just want to go back
Features I’m a photography educator who uses a pro-grade mirrorless camera, but I still miss my DSLRs, and some days I think I was better off
Bokeh Face: Is the Lumix L10 a proper alternative to the X100VI? Plus, the impact of gimbal cameras and what you need to know about budget lenses
PODCAST We take a look at the gorgeous Panasonic Lumix L10, discuss how gimbal cameras have impacted vlogging cameras and delve into the cut-price world of budget lenses
Nikon D810: This DSLR camera gets overlooked. It was less important than the D800, but objectively better
Opinion I’m always singing the D800’s praises, but the Nikon D810 fixed the original megapixel monster’s shortcomings and is the better secondhand camera buy today
Nikon F100: If you’re serious about film photography but light on budget, this is as close as you’ll get to an F6 without the mammoth price tag
Opinion The Nikon F100 isn’t the greatest film camera ever made – but for most film photographers, it’s close enough (and a fraction of the price)
Ikea photographs household items to create ingenious representation of World Cup nations’ flags
News Ikea has arranged and photographed towels, furniture, household ornaments and a cuddly octopus to represent the flags of 12 World Cup nations
You have to see this striking 24-carat gold Leica M6 worth $35,000, listed for auction
News We already knew that Leica had the Midas touch, but this gold-plated Leica M6 is a literal representation of the legendary German manufacturer’s golden legacy
I’m a photography educator who disregarded Micro Four Thirds for wildlife photography. I don’t mind admitting when I’m wrong
Features I claimed that a full-frame camera was the only route into serious wildlife photography, but following a backlash from MFT photographers, I headed out with an OM System camera – and ordered a big old serving of humble pie
Doomed Nikon DL to make stunning comeback following 1-inch premium compact camera rumor?
News The rumor mill is talking about a fixed-lens Nikon compact camera built around a 1-inch sensor. IF it exists, is it even a good idea?
This 18-year-old DSLR is trending: Can the Nikon D700 really be a feasible buy for budget photographers in 2026?
Opinion The once-mighty Nikon D700 is really beginning to show its age, but if all you’re looking for is a full-frame lens platform, you can’t argue with the price (or build quality)
Denied World Cup accreditation, sports photographer captures games on television – but not everyone is a fan
News When this sports photographer didn’t get accredited for the World Cup, he found an ingenious workaround – but photographing a TV has raised discussions regarding ethics
“For a place that struggles with drugs, violence, exile and the heat. A haven is a special place.” Photographer documents boxing club that gives struggling community “a sense of place”
News LA-based photographer’s project gives back to non-profit boxing club that provides haven for immigrant community and a chance to find a sense of belonging
Best light meter for photography in 2026
Buying guide Handheld light meters aren't just a relic of the past – they do things your in-camera light meter can't
The best Photoshop alternatives in 2026
BUYING GUIDE Photoshop too expensive? These photo editors are a viable alternative
Call me superficial but I wish the Nikon Zfc had this one physical attribute that every self-respecting retro camera needs
Opinion The Nikon Zfc is one of the most beautiful mirrorless cameras in the entire world, but it could look even more charming if it had this one teeny tiny physical feature
