Niall Hampton

Niall Hampton

Editor

Niall is the editor of Digital Camera Magazine, and has been shooting on interchangeable lens cameras for over 20 years, and on various point-and-shoot models for years before that. 


Working alongside professional photographers for many years as a jobbing journalist gave Niall the curiosity to also start working on the other side of the lens. These days his favored shooting subjects include wildlife, travel and street photography, and he also enjoys dabbling with studio still life. 


On the site you will see him writing photographer profiles, asking questions for Q&As and interviews, reporting on the latest and most noteworthy photography competitions, and sharing his knowledge on website building. 

Latest articles by Niall Hampton

Photograph of a girl blowing seeds from her hand, taken by family photographer Helen Bartlett, one of the speakers on the Canon Spotlight stage at The Photography & Video Show 2026

"Black and white holds the essence of who people are", says family photographer Helen Bartlett

By Niall Hampton published

Interview See Helen's talk at The Photography & Video Show on March 14 and 17, on the Canon Spotlight stage

Interview

"When you get a good image, keep working the scene" – street photographer Flavio Bosi's power tip

By Niall Hampton published

Interview Before his talk at The Photography & Video Show, Flavio reveals how he approaches his photographic practice and what he'll be discussing on the Light & Land stage

Interview
Front cover of issue 305 (April 2026) of Digital Camera World magazine and a red blob that reads 'On sale now!'

Get 18 bonus gifts with the April 2026 issue of Digital Camera magazine

By Niall Hampton published

news 9 photo tips cards, 29 minutes of video lessons, 24 software extras and an ebook – another unrivaled selection from the world's favorite photo mag

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Photograph of a woman wearing a jewelled headress and titled 'Aliyah Hongping', taken by professional photographer Aneesa Dawoojee, a speaker at The Photography & Video Show 2026

"The work I do prioritizes time, attention and consent… and printing it brings it to life", says photographer and artist Aneesa Dawoojee

By Niall Hampton published

Interview See Aneesa's talk at The Photography & Video Show on March 17, and see her print something afterwards

Interview
Photograph of wedding guests enjoying themselves in a wedding venue, captured from behind the bar by photographer and educator Nick Church, who will be speaking at The Photography & Video Show 2026

"An ex-boss in a previous career said I'd never make it as a pro – he was wrong!", says pro photographer and educator Nick Church

By Niall Hampton published

Interview Nick Church will be speaking twice at The Photography & Video Show, on March 14 and 15, so here's a flavor of what to expect

Interview
Photograph of a musk ox on a snowy background, captured by wildlife photographer Espen Helland, who will be speaking at The Photography & Video Show 2026

"Shoot the same species of animal again and again – it'll make you a better wildlife photographer"

By Niall Hampton published

Interview Wildlife pro Espen Helland offers an insight into his photographic practice, and why the welfare of animals must always come first

Interview
Photograph of a horse titled ‘Blizzard’, by equine photographer Carys Jones, captured in Iceland in a January snowstorm and created in-camera using a slow shutter speed.

"Shoot what you love, because it feeds the soul" – Carys Jones on succeeding as a fine-art equine photographer

By Niall Hampton published

INTERVIEW The leading equine photographer offers a taste of her talk at The Photography & Video Show in March

INTERVIEW
Photographer holding a Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN | Art mounted to a Sigma fp camera

Win a Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art for L-Mount or Sony E-mount (worth £1,299)!

By Niall Hampton published

COMPETITION This super-fast compact standard prime delivers outstanding optical performance – and one of them can be yours

COMPETITION
Photograph titled Charlotte and Dolly, depicting a young woman and her cow resting together in a barn to keep cool in the summer heat in West Virginia, United States. Captured by Vanta Coda III of the United States, and the winner of the Lifestyle category in the Open Competition of the Sony World Photography Awards 2026

These are the 10 best photos this year according to the Sony World Photography Awards – what do you think?

By Niall Hampton published

News One of them will be crowned Open Photographer of the Year in London on April 16

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Front cover of issue 304 (March 2026) of Digital Camera magazine and a red blob that reads 'On sale now!'

Get 15 bonus gifts with the March 2026 issue of Digital Camera magazine

By Niall Hampton published

news 9 photo tips cards, 21 minutes of video lessons, 159 software extras and two ebooks – another unrivaled selection from the world’s favorite photo mag

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Photograph of Mount Fuji in Japan, framed by bright red autumn leaves, taken near Lake Kawaguchi by Riley Shickle from the United Kingdom and captured on a Sony A7 III digital camera, with a Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art lens

The "photography trailblazers of tomorrow": Sony World Photo Awards 2026 reveals student and youth shortlists

By Niall Hampton published

News 20 up-and-coming photographers have made the final cut for the prestigious awards, to be revealed on April 16

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Photograph titled 'Victory and Defeat', taken by Vladimir Tadic from Bosnia and Herzegovina and the winner of the Sports category of the 14th season of the HIPA (Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award) photography competition. Image description: In a boxing ring, a referee grips the wrists of two teenage girls, one of them about to be declared the winner. As the referee raises the victor's arm, she bursts into a moment of pure euphoria, her face lit with joy and triumph, realising that months of training, sacrifice and termination have led to this achievement. Beside her, the defeated opponent is overwhelmed by disappointment. Her body language speaks volumes, a mix of exhaustion, heartbreak and the sting of coming so close. Yet, in that contrast between joy and sorrow, lies the essence of competitive sport.

This award-winning 'reaction' shot proves there's a lot more to sports photography than the action itself

By Niall Hampton published

Aftermath of women's boxing bout bags Bosnian photographer a category win in 14th season of HIPA awards

Awards and Competitions
Herd of elephants

Meet the wildlife photographer buying up land in Africa to protect animal habitats, using money he makes with his camera

By Niall Hampton published

INTERVIEW Chris Fallows will be able to use his recent HIPA prize to invest more in conservation projects in Namibia

INTERVIEW
Photograph titled Jungle Keeper, by Karine Aigner of the USA, winner of the General (color) category in the 14th season of the HIPA (Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award) photography competition. Image description: In Yasuni National Park, a majestic male jaguar prowls through a clay lick in the lush Amazon depths, its muddy paws leaving soft imprints on the mossy bank. In the humid gloom, the jaguar's spotted coat gleams against rugged rocks and shallow, rippling water. Even from over 100 feet away, its piercing gaze commands awe, a rare public appearance before quietly slipping back into the dense forest.

"This was the first jaguar I'd ever seen, but I wasn't there to photograph one", admits HIPA 2025 category winner Karine Aigner

By Niall Hampton published

news The American photographer recalls the moment a big cat walked into her scene during a wildlife workshop in Ecuador

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Front cover of issue 303 (February 2026) of Digital Camera magazine and a red blob that reads 'On sale now!'

Get 14 bonus gifts with the February 2026 issue of Digital Camera magazine

By Niall Hampton published

news 9 photo tips cards, 21 minutes of video lessons, 159 software extras and two ebooks – another unrivaled selection from the world’s favorite photo mag

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Photograph titled 'Exploding Swell' by Ted Grambeau of Australia, winner of the General (black and white) category in the 14th season of the HIPA (Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award) photography competition. Image description: On a Pacific reef, a massive swell surges, its waves crashing with unrelenting force. Spray erupts upward, curling in wild arcs before collapsing into the churning sea. The ocean's raw power is vividly displayed through this magnificent wave, a dream for surfers and a captivating subject for photographers.

"Beyond perfect" weather conditions and stunning morning light come together to make HIPA's black-and-white photo of the year

By Niall Hampton published

Photographer spends eight hours in a boat to get this shot in Tahiti, but it all comes down to a fraction of a second

Awards and Competitions
Utterly Lazy and Inattentive – Martin Parr in Words and Pictures open on a peach-colored surface

These are my top 12 photography books published in 2025

By Niall Hampton published

BEST OF 2025 I think these are the best titles about photography published this year – each one makes an ideal seasonal read for lovers of the medium

BEST OF 2025
Front cover of issue 302 (January 2026) of Digital Camera magazine and a red blob that reads 'On sale now!'

Get 14 bonus gifts with the January 2026 issue of Digital Camera magazine

By Niall Hampton published

news 9 photo tips cards, 21 minutes of video lessons, 159 software extras and two ebooks – another unrivaled selection from the world’s favorite photo mag

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best Christmas gifts for photographers

25 of the best Christmas gifts for photographers

By Niall Hampton last updated

Features Treat yourself or the photographer in your life one of these fabulous gifts this Yuletide – whatever camera you use!

Features
'Ladybird on a Sunflower' by Samuel Chapman (Australia), winner of the My Perspective Stephen Thomas Award in the My Perspective 2025 photo competition, which is run by the Down’s Syndrome Association

Charming photo of a ladybird on a sunflower among the winners of My Perspective 2025

By Niall Hampton published

News Entrants from Australia, China, France and the UK take top billing in the 15th Down's Syndrome Association annual international photo awards

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Photograph titled Edna's Paroxysm, taken by Gianluca Gianferrari and the Grand Prize winner of the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA) 2025. Description reads: Above Sicily's Etna Volcano, glowing lapilli erupt against a snowy backdrop, and thus creating a striking contrast. The fiery bursts settle on fresh snow, forming a kaleidoscope of colors under the night sky. This is a testament to the unpredictable beauty of nature, where destructive power merges with serenity in a fleeting embrace that is eternally captured by the lens of the camera.

'Maybe I'll buy a new camera… or a new apartment!' Photographer who won $200,000 prize tells the dramatic story behind his award-winning shot

By Niall Hampton published

Interview Gianluca Gianferrari bagged US$200,000 for his volcano eruption photo in the 14th season of this leading international photo award

Interview
Photograph titled Edna's Paroxysm, taken by Gianluca Gianferrari and the Grand Prize winner of the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA) 2025. Description reads: Above Sicily's Etna Volcano, glowing lapilli erupt against a snowy backdrop, and thus creating a striking contrast. The fiery bursts settle on fresh snow, forming a kaleidoscope of colors under the night sky. This is a testament to the unpredictable beauty of nature, where destructive power merges with serenity in a fleeting embrace that is eternally captured by the lens of the camera.

Incredible image of great balls of fire wins world's richest photo competition

By Niall Hampton published

News Italian photographer Gianluca Gianferrari takes home US$200,000 after winning the grand prize at HIPA in Dubai, UAE

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Sony A7R IV and Sony FE 50mm lens f/2.8 Macro: 1/100 sec at f/3.5, ISO 400

How I became a food photographer: Pro reveals her top tips

By Niall Hampton published

Based in Cornwall, southwest England, Kate Kirkman specializes in food, weddings, portraits and boudoir photography.

Food Photography

Get 15 bonus gifts with the December 2025 issue of Digital Camera

By Niall Hampton published

news 9 photo tips cards, 27 minutes of video lessons, 30 software extras and two ebooks – another unrivaled selection from the world’s favorite photo mag

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Composite image of five photographs featuring in the Magnum Square Sale May 2024 with the theme Fables, in partnership with Granta

Own a Susan Meiselas or Joel Meyerowitz photo for $110 / £110 – Magnum Square Print Sale is on now

By Niall Hampton published

news Over 100 works by the iconic agency’s photographers appear in the 'Youth' sale, in partnership with the publisher Aperture, until October 26

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