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Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Review
John Riley reviews the new Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM and Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E1.
- 2 Nov 2016
Irix 15mm f/2.4 Review
John Riley reviews the new Irix 15mm f/2/4 wide-angle lens for full-frame cameras.
- 25 Oct 2016
- 6 Comments
Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS Review
John Riley reviews the new Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS, a bright prime lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras.
- 19 Oct 2016
Samyang 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC Review
John Riley reviews the new Samyang 20mm f/1.8 wide-angle lens for full-frame DSLRs and mirrorless cameras.
- 18 Oct 2016
- 4 Comments
Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 Review
John Riley reviews the new Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 lens, the latest telephoto zoom from Tamron for full-frame cameras.
- 17 Oct 2016
- 3 Comments
Panasonic Leica 100-400mm Lens Video Review
Find out what David Thorpe thinks of the Panasonic Leica 100-400mm zoom lens designed to be used with Micro Four Thirds cameras.
- 13 Oct 2016
Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 Photos
Ahead of our full review, we've posted sample photos from the new Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 lens.
- 10 Oct 2016
- 1 Comments
Meike 12mm f/2.8 Review
John Riley reviews the new Meike 12mm f/2.8 lens for APS-C and Micro Four Thirds Mirrorless cameras.
- 7 Oct 2016
- 1 Comments
Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 1:1 Macro Review
John Riley reviews the new Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 1:1 Macro lens for Sony FE cameras.
- 5 Oct 2016
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED Review
John Riley reviews the new Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED lens designed for portrait photography and low light with an ultra bright aperture.
- 3 Oct 2016
Lensbaby Twist 60 Review
John Riley reviews the Lensbaby Twist 60 a creative portrait lens available for full-frame cameras.
- 29 Sep 2016
Sigma 12-24mm 85mm 500mm Lens Hands-On Preview
We have a look at the three new lenses from Sigma, the 12-24mm, 85mm and 500mm.
- 22 Sep 2016
26 Apr 2018 8:18am
SmugMug Snaps Up Flickr
Photo sharing site Flickr has agreed to be acquired by SmugMug.23 Apr 2018 10:27AM
25 Apr 2018 10:01pm
In Conversation With Art Nude Model Misuzu (NSFW)
John Duder spent some time chatting with Misuzu - a model he photographs regularly who specialises in art nude images. (Note: NSFW)25 Apr 2018 2:00PM
25 Apr 2018 9:25pm
The 10 Best Free iOS Photography Apps For iPhone 2018
We countdown some of our favourite, and best, free photography apps for iPhone smartphones.24 Apr 2018 2:00PM
25 Apr 2018 3:07pm
Asahi Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 135mm f/3.5 Review
John Riley reviews the Asahi Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 135mm f/3.5 lens on a 36mp Full-Frame Pentax K-1 DSLR.18 Apr 2018 12:00PM
25 Apr 2018 12:14pm
Take A Look At These Rare Images Of Marilyn Monroe
A new exhibition of Marilyn Monroe images, captured by Milton H. Greene, are going on display in London and here you can take a sneak-peek at the rare photographs.25 Apr 2018 10:53AM
25 Apr 2018 11:14am
'Most Famous Photos Were Captured With A Camera Less Advanced Than Yours'
Why are we telling you this? Well, it's to re-cement that the kit you own isn't the be-all and end-all.24 Apr 2018 10:39AM
25 Apr 2018 11:14am
Sony Alpha A7 Mark III Full Review
Read our full verdict on the new Sony Alpha A7 Mark III - Sony's latest full-frame mirrorless camera, with a 24mp BSI CMOS sensor, 10fps continuous shooting, and 4K video recording.20 Apr 2018 11:50AM
25 Apr 2018 10:44am
3 legged Thing's Ultimate Travel Tripod Is Back!
Brian, the world's most versatile travel tripod from 3 Legged Thing, is back.1 Apr 2018 12:00AM
25 Apr 2018 10:14am
Jessops Launches 'Next Generation' Photo Stores
Jessops has announced store revamps to cater for the smartphone savvy generation.16 Apr 2018 3:29PM
Sony 50mm f/1.8 OSS Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews this bright NEX 50mm lens from Sony with optical image stabilisation.
- 19 Apr 2013
- 1 Comments
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 MkII
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 MkII lens.
- 9 Jul 2011
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 75mm f/1.8 Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 75mm f/1.8 lens.
- 3 Nov 2012
- 6 Comments
Tamron SP AF28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di LD Asp IF Macro
This is a compact and lightweight wide aperture standard zoom for use on full-frame and APS-C sensor SLRs.
- 25 Mar 2010
Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG
- 16 Jan 2007
- 2 Comments
Fujifilm Fujinon XF 18mm f/2 R Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the new Fujifilm Fujinon XF 18mm f/2 R lens with the Fujifilm X-Pro1.
- 19 Mar 2012
SMC Pentax-DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL IF DC WR
John Riley reviews the SMC Pentax-DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] DC, a weather resistant, compact lens.
- 26 May 2011
- 3 Comments
Panasonic 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Micro Four Thirds lens.
- 3 Nov 2011
- 5 Comments
Sigma 50-200mm f/4-5.6 DC OS HSM
This compact telephoto zoom for DSLRs with smaller image sensors costs £200 and includes optical stabilisation and a Hyper-Sonic focusing motor.
- 10 Feb 2010
- 4 Comments
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the compact super-zoom Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR lens.
- 4 Jun 2014
- 3 Comments
Voigtlander Nokton 42.5mm f/0.95 Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews this bright Micro Four Thirds lens, the Voigtlander Nokton 42.5mm f/0.95 Lens.
- 31 Oct 2013
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED review
A wide angle lens with a bright maximum aperture of f/1.4 should be of interest to those who like shooting by available light as the brightness fades, or indoors.
- 3 Sep 2010
- 2 Comments
Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6 VR Review
John Riley reviews the new wide-angle Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR zoom lens for APS-C Nikon Digital SLRs.
- 19 Jul 2017
- 5 Comments
Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS Review
John Riley reviews the new Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF G Master OSS portrait lens for Sony E mount cameras.
- 16 May 2017
- 4 Comments
Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6
A compact super-telephoto lens giving an equivalent angle of view of a 140-600mm on a full frame camera.
- 8 May 2010
- 3 Comments
Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R LM Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the new zoom from Fujifilm, the XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR X-Mount lens.
- 29 Jul 2014
- 1 Comments
Sony E 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the Sony E 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS standard kit lens for Sony E mount cameras.
- 13 Feb 2014
Fujifilm Fujinon XF 27mm f/2.8 Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 27mm f/2.8 compact prime lens, with a field of view equivalent to a 41mm lens on a 35mm camera and a bright f/2.8 aperture.
- 5 Aug 2013
Panasonic Lumix 20mm Vs 20mm II Lens Review
We compare the two Panasonic 20mm f/1.7 lenses to see if there are any additional benefits with the new version II lens.
- 16 Aug 2013
- 8 Comments
Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 ASPH Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the ultra bright Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 ASPH. lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras.
- 22 Jan 2014
- 3 Comments
26 Apr 2018 9:15am
Is The 'Monkey Vs Photographer' Copyright Tale Finally Over?
A court in the USA has said that copyright infringement can only be claimed on behalf of humans.26 Apr 2018 8:56AM