I’ve always exclusively bought first-party lenses – but that might be about to change The Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 has made me question years of lens-buying loyalty Digital Camera World · Aug 22
Orwellian UK government pamphlet contradicts police on photography law. Imagine if Martin Parr had been prevented from taking photos in public… UK government brochure tells asylum seekers they “could be arrested” if they photograph people in public, even though the Metropolitan Police says otherwise Digital Camera World · Aug 22
3 Legged Thing Ridley tripod kit review: the real deal, this pro-grade carbon fiber kit for hybrid photographers comes complete with a leveling base and fluid head Strong and sturdy, the 3 Legged Thing Ridley tripod kit makes it easy to level up and go steady, ideal for videographers and content creators Digital Camera World · Aug 22
3 Legged Thing Ethan 4 review: a super-strong set of carbon fiber tripod legs for professional hybrid photography and more besides The hugely strong and versatile 3 Legged Thing Ethan 4 bills itself as a pro-grade hybrid photography and tactical tripod system with bipod and monopod conversion. Sounds like a mission improbable… Digital Camera World · Aug 22
Sony A7 V keeps throne atop Japanese sales chart – but this hybrid camera might be a better alternative, even though it didn't make the list The Sony A7 V maintained its spot atop Yodabashi Camera’s top 10 best sellers for the second half of July – but if you’re thinking of buying, there’s an alternative rig I'd recommend Digital Camera World · Aug 22
Oppo Hasselblad 300mm Explorer Teleconverter lens review More than just a niche accessory: this is a symbol of Oppo's camera hardware dominance Digital Camera World · Aug 22
Everyone bitched that the Lumix L10 is too big for a compact camera –but the perfect-sized Lumix compact already exists Panasonic already makes the perfectly-proportioned compact camera. Do you wish there was a smaller Lumix L10? There is! Digital Camera World · Aug 22
Fujifilm’s viral status has pushed Nikon out of the top three camera makers – but that’s not the only shakeup in the latest camera brand ranking from Japan Fujifilm is now the third-largest camera maker in Japan, pushing Nikon down to fourth place Digital Camera World · Aug 21
The smartphone decimated the camera industry. Photography is finally starting to recover –but what about video? A new report from Japan shows that the camera industry is recovering, while video has "disappeared" Digital Camera World · Aug 21
Bokeh Face: Polaroid Go Gen 3: Instax Mini beater or a fun alternative? Polaroid's latest Go instant camera is under the spotlight, while James and Chris also discuss whether or not AF is just too good? And the pros and cons of lens hoods Digital Camera World · Aug 21
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold review: Stylish and stagnant The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is beautifully made and packed with clever software, but modest upgrades, middling cameras and weaker performance make it increasingly difficult to justify against more ambitious foldable rivals. Digital Camera World · Aug 21
Canon's tactile photo exhibition will help visually impaired students experience photography in a “completely new way” The camera giant has printed portraits created by visually impaired students using raised tactile ink, and displayed the works at the Royal Society for Blind Children’s Dorton College in England Digital Camera World · Aug 21
Influencer bitten by shark is a lesson to both casual and pro photographers alike Are photographers and influencers more at risk? Rise in human-animal-related incidents suggests so Digital Camera World · Aug 21
A year after Canon increased production, this PowerShot compact camera is still so viral that used models are nearly twice the new cost Canon has increased compact camera production multiple times, yet the PowerShot G7 X Mark III's viral status still makes it hard to find Digital Camera World · Aug 21
Digital Camera World · Aug 21 Adorable image of a damsel not in distress wins biology journal photography competition A biological sciences photography competition has revealed its 2026 winner, with the crowned image depicting a curious orange-tailed marsh dart damselfly
Digital Camera World · Aug 21 Dutch Grand Prix prohibits anything but fixed-lens cameras for F1 spectators Anyone hoping to photograph the on-track action at this weekend’s Dutch Grand Prix will be sorely disappointed, unless they have official accreditation
Digital Camera World · Aug 21 “Looks over specs” –As smartphone cameras reach 100MP, 20-year-old compact cameras with single-digit megapixel counts are booming in Japan As smartphone cameras reach triple-digit megapixels, some are reaching for 5MP compact cameras with CCD sensors. This is why
Digital Camera World · Aug 20 This compact camera is the size of a lipstick, but it still shoots 16MP photos and 2K videos with a rotating lens and retro filters The SNYP Pocket Camera weighs less than a golf ball, but the camera's size isn't the only unusual feature
Digital Camera World · Aug 20 Gray wolves may no longer be endangered in this US state – and a network of 1,311 trail cameras capturing more than 2 million images is helping to prove it For the first time, the Michigan DNR has successfully tracked the health of the gray wolf population for a full year using a series of trail cameras
Digital Camera World · Aug 20 Modern autofocus isn’t the cheat code everyone says it is – you can still miss regularly Autofocus isn’t magic (yet). Sure, it’s incredibly good, but your hit rate depends on so much more than just AF algorithms
Digital Camera World · Aug 20 This majestic Milky Way photograph “celebrates the remarkable clarity of Australia’s dark skies, where multiple celestial phenomena can be experienced together above an iconic outback landscape” Outrageous auroras to gorgeous galaxies: check out the winning images from the 2026 Capture the Dark photography contest
Digital Camera World · Aug 20 Is Canon getting into the smartphone game? This new patent application has raised the possibility Canon has filed patent applications for a series of camera lenses designed for tiny, smartphone-style sensors
Digital Camera World · Aug 20 “Before history was written, it was photographed” – 25 years later, more than 30 photographers will come together to talk about photographing 9/11 Across 6 days, more than 30 photographers will tell the story of photographing 9/11 ahead of the 25th anniversary
Digital Camera World · Aug 20 Nearly half of the trendiest compact cameras in Japan have this one feature – and one of them isn’t even “compact” at over 1,000g The Sony RX10 V was only around for one day in July, but it still made the top ten in Japan, proving the popularity of zoom
Digital Camera World · Aug 20 A week-old Hawaiian monk seal pup rests on its mother at a busy Waikīkī beach – and this photographer captured the rare moment without disturbing them The tender wildlife image highlights the sixth Hawaiian monk seal birth ever recorded at the beach – and is now a finalist in a prestigious photography award