Fujifilm X-M5 review so far
14 Oct 2024 Gordon LaingThe Fujifilm X-M5 is an entry-level camera with a 26 Megapixel APSC sensor. Available in silver or black, it becomes the most affordable camera in the current X series, not to mention their smallest and lightest with interchangeable lenses. Check out my hands-on first-impressions so far!
Leica Q3 43 review
07 Oct 2024 Gordon LaingThe Leica Q3 43 is a high-end compact with a 60 Megapixel full-frame sensor, a fixed 43mm f2 lens, and a high quality viewfinder, packed into a weatherproof body. Find out if it lives up to the hype in my review!
Tamron 90mm f2.8 Di III Macro review so far
26 Sep 2024 ThomasTamron's new 1:1 macro lens for Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount looks like an interesting alternativ to Nikon's and Sony's own macro lenses. Find out more about the features and qualities of the 90mm f2.8 Di III Macro in my review so far!
Canon PowerShot G2 retro review
23 Sep 2024 Gordon LaingBack in 2001, Canon launched the second in its legendary PowerShot G series, the G2. It upgraded and fixed several issues, and can be bagged at a bargain price today. Find out its story 23 years later!
Nikon Z 50mm f1.4 review so far
16 Sep 2024 ThomasNikon's second f1.4 prime lens for Z-mount follows shortly after the introduction of their Z 35mm f1.4. Find out more about the features and qualities of the Z 50mm f1.4 in my review so far!
Canon EOS 10D retro review
13 Sep 2024 Gordon LaingJoin me on a trip back to 2003 where we’ll visit the EOS 10D, Canon’s most affordable DSLR to date. This was the first in an hugely popular series which set the standard for Canon’s semi-pro bodies, crucially at an attainable price for many enthusiasts.
Canon RF 28-70mm f2.8 IS STM review
12 Sep 2024 Gordon LaingThe Canon RF 28-70mm f2.8 IS STM is a mid-range general-purpose zoom for their full-frame EOS R mirrorless cameras. Find out how it performs in my review!
Canon EOS C80 review
10 Sep 2024 Gordon LaingThe Canon EOS C80 is a cinema camera which packs the full-frame 6k sensor of the C400 into the smaller body of the C70. Here's everything you need to know!
Tamron 50-400mm f4.5-6.3 Di III VC Nikon Z review so…
29 Aug 2024 ThomasTamron's 50-400mm f4.5-6.3 Di III VC for Z-mount fills a gap in Nikon's line-up of zoom-lenses reaching 400mm focal length. How does it compare to Nikon's alternatives? Find out in my review so far.
Nikon Z 35mm f1.4 review
20 Aug 2024 ThomasNikon's second 35mm prime lens surprises with a focal ratio of f1.4 and a low price. Find out more about the features and qualities of the Z 35mm f1.4 in my full review!
Canon EOS R5 Mark II review so far
17 Jul 2024 Gordon LaingThe Canon EOS R5 Mark II is aimed at enthusiasts and features a new stacked 45 MP sensor, upscaling options, a viewfinder with eye control and three optional grips including one designed to keep it cool. Find out more in my hands-on review so far!
Canon EOS R1 review so far
17 Jul 2024 Gordon LaingThe EOS R1 becomes the official flagship in Canon’s mirrorless series. A specialist camera aimed at pro sports photographers, it features a 24.2 MP stacked sensor, 40fps bursts and their most advanced AF to date. I went hands-on for my review so far!
Nikkor 50mm f1.4 AI-s vintage lens review
08 Jul 2024 Gordon LaingThe Nikkor 50mm f1.4 AI-s was one of the most desirable standard lenses when it came out in 1981 and an ideal choice for anyone who wants to explore vintage optics today. Find out why in my retro review, 43 years later!
How to photograph fireworks
04 Jul 2024 Gordon LaingFirework displays can be spectacular but present a number of challenges to capture in-camera. In my simple guide I'll share my tips and techniques for photographing fireworks!
Canon EOS 300D Rebel retro review
01 Jul 2024 Gordon LaingCanon's EOS 300D, or Digital Rebel, was the first affordable consumer DSLR. Launched in 2003, it became the first DSLR many of us bought - including myself! I revisit it 21 years later to tell its story!
Fujifilm instax WIDE 400 review
20 Jun 2024 Gordon LaingThe Fujifilm instax WIDE 400 is an analogue instant camera that uses the largest instax WIDE film. It’s amazingly the first new instax WIDE camera in 10 years! Find out what's new!
Panasonic Lumix GH7 review
20 Jun 2024 Gordon LaingThe Panasonic Lumix GH7 is a high-end camera based on Micro Four Thirds and packed with features to delight hybrid shooters and videographers. Find out why you'll want one in my review!
Canon RF 35mm f1.4L VCM review so far
06 Jun 2024 Gordon LaingThe Canon RF 35mm f1.4L VCM is a high-end wide-angle prime lens for EOS R cameras. Canon describes it as a hybrid lens, optimised for photo and video. Find out everything I know in my review so far!
Panasonic Lumix S9 review
22 May 2024 Gordon LaingThe Panasonic Lumix S9 is a compact full-frame camera aimed at content creators, packing the 24 Megapixel photos, 6k video and IBIS from the S5 II, plus some neat new features. Here's my review!
Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 DG DN II Art review
16 May 2024 Gordon LaingThe Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 DG DN II Art delivers the classic range and aperture beloved of wedding and event shooters, now in an upgraded Mark II version with better features and quality. Find out why it offers great value in my review!
Fujifilm XT50 review
16 May 2024 Gordon LaingThe Fujifilm X-T50 is aimed at photographers who want the quality and style of the higher-end X-T5, but in a smaller, lighter and more affordable body. Here's my review!
Fujifilm XF 16-50mm f2.8-4.8 review
16 May 2024 Gordon LaingThe Fujifilm XF 16-50mm f2.8-4.8 is a compact, general-purpose zoom for X-series cameras. It’s the official replacement for the 12 year-old XF 18-55mm, so here's my review!
Fujifilm GFX 100S II review
16 May 2024 Gordon LaingThe Fujifilm GFX 100S II is a medium format mirrorless camera with 102 Megapixels, built-in stabilisation and 4k video. It’s the successor to the GFX 100S from 2021 and improves the stabilisation, battery life, burst speed and subject detection, and is priced a little lower too. Check out my first-looks review!
Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 Nikon Z review
30 Apr 2024 ThomasTamron's 28-75mm f2.8 Di III G2 is an attractively priced zoom now also available for Nikon's mirrorless cameras. Can it deliver the goods even when tested at 180MP resolution? Find out in my in-depth review.
