Nikon Z5 II review: raising the bar for entry-level full-frame cameras By Alex Whitelock published 22 April 25 The Nikon Z5 II redefines what an entry-level camera can do – but you'll pay for the performance
I tested the Panasonic Lumix S1 II for a month, and it’s an incredibly powerful mirrorless camera for video, with Canon and Sony-beating features By Timothy Coleman published 4 July 25 The Panasonic Lumix S1 II is an incredibly powerful hybrid camera that's geared for video, with a partially stacked sensor, 6K 60p / 4K 120p recording, and highly effective image stabilization.
I ditched my smartphone for Panasonic’s new travel zoom compact – here’s what I learned By Timothy Coleman published 8 April 25 The Panasonic Lumix ZS99 / TZ99 gives you a 30x optical zoom in a pocketable camera. But compared to its predecessor, very little has changed.
Panasonic Lumix G97 review: enthusiast-level camera, beginner-level price By Rod Lawton published 31 January 25 It’s back! The camera that used to be the Lumix G95/G90 has been reborn as the Lumix G97… and it’s actually very welcome
I've tested the Panasonic Lumix S1R II, and it beats its bulky predecessor in almost every respect By Sam Kieldsen last updated 28 February 25 Panasonic's full-frame flagship is a powerful, flexible and compact high-resolution camera with excellent autofocus and stabilization.
Panasonic's new 100-500mm is a five-star ultra-telephoto zoom that fills a key gap in its lens range By Sam Kieldsen published 7 October 25 The Lumix S 100-500mm F5-7.1 O.I.S is an ultra-telephoto with great reach and superb stabilization.
I was blown away by the zoom on the Panasonic HC-X1200 – it almost makes the case for a full camcorder comeback By Lauren Scott published 29 November 25 The HC-X1200's lengthy 4K 60p video record times, effective stabilization, built-in ND filter and amazing 24x zoom lens combine for a tempting, versatile package.
I tested the pricey full-frame Leica SL3-S, and I've never seen 24MP images look so good By Rod Lawton published 23 March 25 Leica’s more affordable SL3-S (it’s relative!) is also a more versatile hybrid camera than the company’s 60MP SL3 mirrorless flagship
Affordable, rugged, feature-packed – the OM System OM-5 II is a dream travel camera By Rod Lawton published 8 October 25 With its rugged build, wide range of lenses and smart computational modes, the OM System OM-5 II a dream travel camera.
It's far from perfect, but Lomography's cheap Lomourette compact camera is packed with grainy lo-fi analog charm By Chris Rowlands published 3 November 25 A cheap half-frame film camera capable of surprisingly attractive stills, the Lomography Lomourette is a plaything for analog imperfectionists.
OM System’s OM-3 isn’t just pretty, it's made photography fun for me again in a way that Canon, Sony and Nikon fail to By Timothy Coleman published 27 February 25 The OM System OM-3 is 2025's best-looking and downright funnest mirrorless camera so far.
I tested OM System's portable 50-200mm F2.8 zoom – and it's instantly one of my favorite wildlife lenses By Timothy Coleman published 10 September 25 The OM System 50-200mm is the world's first 100-400mm equivalent zoom lens with f/2.8 aperture. Together with a current OM System camera, it's a true wildlife and sports photography master.
Ricoh GR IIIx HDF review: a street shooter with a dreamy diffusion filter By Chris Rowlands published 7 October 24 The Ricoh GR IIIx HDF swaps out the ND filter for a dreamy highlight diffusion filter, but is otherwise practically identical to the GR IIIx
Leica Q3 43 review: a stunning premium compact with a unique focal length By Chris Rowlands published 29 October 24 Leica gives its stunning premium compact a fast, sharp 43mm prime lens with a uniquely natural perspective that’s perfect for portraits, street and travel photography.
Alice Camera review: reinventing the camera for the smartphone age By Rashid Ahmad published 23 November 24 Not like any camera you've ever used before
I tested the Ricoh GR IV compact camera — it’s a surprising upgrade, for good and for bad By Timothy Coleman published 19 December 25 The long-awaited Ricoh GR IV delivers several improvements over its six-year-old predecessor, including a new 26MP stabilized sensor and better battery life.
I tested the Fujifilm X half retro compact, and it's double the fun – I'm still smiling By Timothy Coleman last updated 3 July 25 Fujifilm's X half is a digital reimagining of the half frame film camera, complete with vertical photos and a unique Film Roll mode.
I tested Agfaphoto's low-cost DJI Pocket 3 rival – here's how it stacks up for vlogging By Rod Lawton published 6 August 25 The Realimove MC3X is a no-fuss, easy-to-use gimbal camera that works well
Panasonic Z95B review: a flagship OLED TV that combines refined pictures with powerful sound By Al Griffin published 23 August 25 Panasonic's new flagship OLED TV provides a significant step-up in brightness, but it’s tuned for picture accuracy and has powerful built-in 5.1.2-channel sound.
Lomo’Instant Wide Glass review: is it really the sharpest instant camera ever? By Beth Nicholls published 22 November 24 The Lomo’Instant Wide Glass is super-sharp for landscapes, but prepare to waste some film getting to grips with its zone-focusing modes.
I tested the affordable Polaroid Flip for over a week – its unique design and signature prints impress By Lauren Scott published 15 April 25 This point-and-shoot instant camera has a unique flip design, retro charm and all the fun of traditional Polaroid film, with a few of the quirks too
I tried the Fujifilm X-T30 III and tiny new kit lens, and the retro pairing are a great pick for beginner photographers By Timothy Coleman published 23 October 25 Fujifilm's X-T30 III sits below the X-T50 as an entry-level mirrorless camera, with a compact retro design that includes a decent viewfinder and built-in flash.
Fujifilm’s GFX100RF compact camera has repeatedly blown me away, but there’s one major drawback By Timothy Coleman published 27 April 25 Fujifilm squeezes its superb 102MP medium-format sensor into an impossibly small X100VI rangefinder-style body, and the result is spectacular – with one major compromise.
Blackmagic Pyxis 6K review - a filmmaker’s workhorse with quality full-frame sensor By Jon Devo published 24 January 25 Blackmagic Design's first box-style camera combines robust build quality with impressive imaging capabilities, though it needs accessories to reach its full potential.
The DJI Osmo Nano delivers all the pro features I actually need in an action camera, without the gimmicks By Lauren Scott published 23 September 25 DJI's new Osmo Nano is a tiny modular action camera that's big on quality, with stabilized 4K video and 10-bit color depth. It's less intuitive than Insta360's Go Ultra, but costs way less.
Nikon ZR review: cinema cameras just got a major new player By Timothy Coleman last updated 18 December 25 Sony, Panasonic, Canon... take note
I tested the minimalist Hasselblad X2D II 100C – it's my dream portrait and landscape photography camera that sets the image quality bar By Timothy Coleman published 26 August 25 The X2D II 100C is a premium 100MP photography-only camera with true end-to-end HDR capture, improved autofocus, and format-leading image stabilization.
Pexar Starlight 15.6-inch review: this stunning digital photo frame will make both your photos and your living room glow By Josh Russell published 15 November 25 The Pexar digital photo frame has become one of my personal faves, thanks to its gorgeous build and innovative lighting.
I spent two weeks shooting with the Fujifilm X-E5, and there are solid reasons for its painful price hike By Sam Kieldsen published 18 July 25 Fujifilm's latest X-series model blends the charm and compactness of the X100VI with the versatility of a mirrorless camera.
I tested Leica's divisive M EV1 — it's easier to the eye, but loses some of that rangefinder soul By Timothy Coleman published 15 December 25 The Leica M EV1 is the first Leica rangefinder without... the optical rangefinder. In its place, a useful EVF, which can make manual focusing much simpler.