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On test: Apple iPhone 5

Apple's latest iPhone uses the same imaging sensor and lens configuration as the iPhone 4S, yet it offers a better shooting experience and new features that could prove popular with photographers

Cameras 02 Nov 2012

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Nikon D4: full test of Nikon's professional digital SLR camera aimed at press and sports photographers

With its newly developed 16.2-megapixel sensor, XQD memory card slot and 1080p video capture, Nikon believes it has answered the needs of the modern, multimedia professional with the D4. David Kilpatrick...

DSLRs 30 Apr 2012

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First full test of the Canon EOS 5D Mk III

It’s more evolution than revolution this time out as Canon aims for perfection with the third edition of its acclaimed EOS 5D camera. David Kilpatrick takes a detailed look at what it has to offer.

DSLRs 24 Apr 2012

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Tested: Canon's new professional compact camera, the G1X

The acclaimed G series was already many pro shooters’ favoured compact. So now that Canon has added a much larger sensor to its 13th edition, the G1X, what’s not to like? David Kilpatrick has issues…...

Cameras 27 Mar 2012

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Tested: Canon Powershot S100

A large-sensor compact that is simply designed and truly pocketable, the S100 has much of merit, finds Richard Kilpatrick.

Compact Cameras 13 Mar 2012

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The best studio lighting equipment and props

This month, we've asked our lighting expert Michael Roscoe to name the favourite lighting and accessory products, from a reflector that will set you back thousands of pounds to an effective prop that costs...

Lighting 12 Mar 2012

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Tested: Samsung NX200

With its 20-megapixel sensor and compact size, Samsung’s top-of-the-range micro camera is a compelling proposition on paper. Richard Kilpatrick finds out whether the promise is fulfilled in reality....

Compact Cameras 07 Mar 2012

Tested: Lens Align Mk II

Focus accuracy is tackled by a device from Michael Tapes Design that tests camera and lens pairings, and is now available at nearly half the price of the original. Kevin Carter tests the Mk II version...

Software 07 Mar 2012

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What are the best studio backgrounds for photographers?

Are you Arctic White or Fashion Grey? Or perhaps you’d prefer the Titanic’s stairs to its grand ballroom? Welcome to the world of backgrounds. David Kilpatrick provides the lowdown on what’s available...

Accessories 07 Mar 2012

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Test: AR.Drone, an alternative for aerial photography?

Aerial photography has always been an expensive endeavour, finds Richard Kilpatrick, but the AR.Drone, though more of a toy than a work tool, provides an affordable alternative.

Accessories 24 Nov 2011

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Precision shift: Testing Cambo's Wide RS Anniversary pancake camera

Cambo has pulled out all the stops for its handsome Wide RS Anniversary, a limited-edition version of its acclaimed pancake camera. Adam Woolfitt tests it with Leaf’s 80-megapixel back and two Schneider...

Medium Format Cameras 30 Sep 2011

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Third strike: Olympus E-P3 tested

Olympus has improved on the original Pen camera with the E-P3, finds Kevin Carter, prioritising performance over resolution.

Cameras 07 Sep 2011

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Tested: Canon EOS 600D

The Canon EOS 600D may be aimed at the enthusiast market but, finds David Kilpatrick, its 18-megapixel resolution sensor and wealth of advanced features make it worthy of anyone’s attention. And at this...

DSLRs 18 Aug 2011

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Fujifilm's wide angle medium format GF670W

It was one thing introducing an analogue medium format camera, but it’s an even bigger surprise to find Fujifilm following up two years later with a wide-angle version of its fixed-lens rangefinder,...

Cameras 16 Aug 2011

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Tested: Rode Video Mic Pro

Small but perfectly formed, Rode’s Pro compact shotgun microphone is a boon to HDSLR filmmakers, finds Edmond Terakopian

Accessories 15 Aug 2011

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Tested: Lomo LC-Wide

“Technically incorrect” isn’t usually much of a strong selling point for a camera, but for Lomo aficionados it’s become a badge of honour. Richard Kilpatrick tries out the latest incarnation, featuring...

Plastic Cameras 15 Aug 2011

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