Latest articles by Mike Harris
What on earth is a grip arm - and why you need one in your photo studio set-up?
News The grip arm is an essential piece of equipment in the studio photographer’s arsenal. Here are three top grip arm uses…
DxO’s optical corrections now cover an unprecedented 110,230 camera and lens combinations
News DxO’s two-decade mission to create an unmatched optical corrections library reaches a huge milestone
Canon and Nikon DSLRs just got a new lens!
News Been waiting for a new DSLR lens? You're in luck! Canon EF and Nikon F shooters' patience has been rewarded with a fast new prime
These lifesize 35mm rolls of film are actually digital compact cameras!
News Looking for an alternative to the Kodak Charmera? The SnapRoll is a compact camera disguised as a roll of 35mm film
Best Lightroom alternatives in 2026: Switching doesn't have to mean sacrificing powerful editing tools
Buying guide These are the best Lightroom alternatives for anyone who wants an all-in-one editor without a subscription
How will you fare in my photography general knowledge quiz?
Quiz Color temperature, bridge cameras and famous photographers all feature in my latest general knowledge quiz
“Why bad photographers think they’re good,” pro says it like it is, then explains what to do about it
News Identifying why you’re not good enough could help you improve and land you more work
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
Long before the Apple Pencil, this wartime Kodak compact camera came with a stylus, here’s why…
News The Kodak Vest Pocket Autographic was a line of compact film cameras that came with a built-in stylus for manually adding ‘metadata’ to rolls of film
Fujifilm's quirky compact camera gets its first firmware update of 2026
NEWS Fujifilm has rolled out a few quality-of-life upgrades and fixes to help streamline its quirky retro compact camera, the X Half
Snails could overtake Nikon’s new zoom lens, but I think I’m a fan
Opinion I had complicated feelings about Nikon’s narrow Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1, but I think I've come around to this cut-price, cut-weight, telephoto zoom
The best photo editing software in 2026: retouch, fix and enhance your images
BUYING GUIDE This is the best photo editing software for improving your images and feeding your creativity
Leica's compact camera gets New Year’s firmware update – here are the D-Lux 8's digital resolutions
News Incremental firmware update brings the Leica D-Lux 8 compact camera up to speed with regulations
Cheap, fast and full-frame: Brightin Star releases retro-infused 35mm f/1.4 wide-angle lens for mirrorless cameras
News This plucky little prime is clearly targeted towards retro camera fans, thanks to its manual-focus-only design, aperture ring, and silver or black colorways
You can buy a necklace that holds an SD card: Genius idea or total gimmick?
News Keep forgetting or losing memory cards, have you ever thought about keeping one around your neck?
Wondering how to photograph fireworks? Here are my sparkling secrets!
Tutorial Want to capture New Year's fantastic firework displays? My crackling tips will show you how to photograph fireworks!
Nikon in 2025: a year full of great glass, rock-solid cameras and video, video, video!
News Between the release of the Nikon ZR, the infusion of RED tech, and a premium power zoom, 2025 is the year the ‘Big N’ proved it’s serious about stills AND video
I photographed a festive feast during the holidays as well as a flaming figgy pudding
How to Lost for things to photograph on the big day? Here’s how to make the most of the festive food and decorations this Christmas
Got a new camera for Christmas? Here are my 10 expert tips for getting to grips with it fast!
Tutorial There’s nothing like getting a new camera for Christmas! But like a new pair of shoes, it can take time to break it in. Here's how to do it the right way…
Nikon Z90 is rumored to be “under development”, here’s why I'm really hoping for a mirrorless Nikon D500 successor
Opinion The Nikon D500 is one of my favorite Nikon DSLRs of all time. If the rumored Z90 does happen... Nikon, just take my money!
Sony shows the original A1 some love with a meaty firmware update, while ZV-E10 II gets FREE 4K 120p license
News Sony’s former flagship camera receives a raft of improvements, while ZV-E10 II owners can benefit from slick 4K 120p slow-motion
This Street photographer used a 7-year-old Fujifilm camera to shoot a Coca-Cola campaign
News Proving that gear isn’t everything, a street photographer used the Fujifilm X-T3 to shoot an ad campaign for Coca-Cola
Love rare cameras? This limited edition card game would make an ideal stocking stuffer – or a post-Christmas dinner distraction
News Camera Quartet is a card game themed around camera rarities from the likes of Nikon, Leica and Hasselblad
