Using your tripod The first trick when using your tripod is to always use the wider legs close to the head before extending the thinner,…
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Buying a tripod: What do you need to consider?
James Abbott offers some tripod wisdom to help you choose the best one for your photography - and use it to its full potential
Manfrotto announces new 190go! M-series tripod range
Manfrotto has launched a new 190go! M-series range of lightweight and compact tripods. The Italian manufacturer made the announcement after introducing its latest product for mobile…
Best gloves for photographers
Winter is here, and cold hands are a photographer’s worst enemy. Jon Stapley rounds up the best gloves for operating a camera in chilly conditions…
Manfrotto announces two new Element Carbon tripods
Manfrotto has launched two travel tripods aimed at beginners and enthusiasts under its new Element Carbon title. The Element Carbon will be available in large…
18 essential wildlife photography accessories
Shooting wildlife isn't only about the right camera and lens combination. We list 18 accessories that could help you take home the perfect shots, every
Vitec acquires JOBY and Lowepro in multi-million pound deal
The Vitec Group announced today that it has acquired camera accessories companies JOBY and Lowepro in a £7.6m deal, amongst other assets. The broadcasting and photographic…
Profoto launches world’s smallest studio flash unit, the Profoto A1
The Profoto A1, is designed like a conventional hotshoe flash but doubles up as a standalone unit that slots seamlessly into existing Profoto studio lighting setups…
Sirui W-1204 tripod review
Andy Westlake tests a versatile, full-sized, carbon-fibre tripod with waterproof legs
Billingham Weekender review – the perfect weekend bag?
Is this holdall the perfect weekend bag? Michael Topham finds out
Best kit for portrait photography
Not sure what you need to pack in your kit bag for photographing portraits? Have a look at our guide to the best kit for…
Rotolight NEO 2 launched – a “revolutionary” lighting product
Rotolight NEO 2, the latest lighting product from the British LED lighting manufacturer, is being touted as a "revolutionary" lighting accessory for photographers and filmmakers
Match makers: Lens mount adapters
Lens mount adapters allow you to use alternative lenses on your camera. Andy Westlake takes a look at the various options available
Luma Power light meter review
Andrew Sydenham tests Lumu’s new exposure, ash and colour temperature meter for the iPhone and iPad
Hawkesmill Marlborough review – very pricey but is it worth it?
Hawkesmill Marlborough shoulder bag at a glance Measures 40x28x12.7cm Weighs 2.25kg Made from Superdry canvas Waterproof and dustproof Price £550 Website www.hawkesmill.com If you own…
Sirui P-224S monopod review
Videographer Dan Laughton puts a new Sirui monopod to the test
Canon Windbreaker AP-WB001 reviewed – A photographer’s jacket, designed by photographers
Michael Topham tries out a new water-repellent jacket from Canon
A first look at the impressive and incredibly versatile Rotolight AEOS
AP takes an extended look at Rotolight's innovative new light, designed for both stills and video photographers on the move
A review of the versatile Manfrotto Windsor Reporter shoulder bag
Andy Westlake tries out a versatile shoulder bag
Syrp Super Dark Variable ND review – A 5 star review
Michael Topham tests an ND filter with adjustable exposure control