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Apollo 11 anniversary special: new Brian May 3D book
According to the publishers, The Mission Moon archive team scoured the NASA archives and Russian sources to obtain lots of historic images (many previously unseen)…
Apollo 11 anniversary special: the role photography played
NASA’s early years culminated in the historic Apollo 11 mission in 1969. Steve Fairclough spoke to science author Piers Bizony to discover the role of…
Fujifilm lenses for X-series and GFX range (lightest GF so far)
First up is the Fujinon XF16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR 5x zoom. This lens is relatively light and compact, weighing 440g and coming in just…
The ultimate guide to tripods
Choosing the right support for your needs doesn't have to be difficult. Andy Westlake talks you through the options
Big Issue “apologises deeply” for Nadav Kander cover
We recently ran a story on Nadav Kander’s furious reaction on his Instagram page (see below and @nadavkander), where he made accusations of “blatant copyright…
Ten easy ways to get great shots of UK landmarks
Professional photographer Daniel Lewis and Premier Inn have teamed up to provide some useful advice and insights, so here is a selection of tips for…
Fujifilm to open major new store in Covent Garden
The centre’s ‘zones’ will focus on Instax instant cameras and printers, an increasingly important area for the company, plus specialist areas for the GFX medium-format…
Times still tough for big camera makers
A report on the state of the digital camera market in 2018 published by the Nikkei, Japan’s biggest business news organization, reveals times are still tough…
New Sigma E and L mount lenses
The 35mm is the fastest AF lens released for L- and E-mounts. The lens is not light (1,090g) or diminutive (87.8×136.2mm) but has some impressive specs.…
Sigma to release smallest, lightest full-frame camera
The new Sigma fp mirrorless camera measures just 112.6×69.9×45.3mm, weighs a mere 370g, and is based on a 24.6-million-pixel BSI-CMOS Bayer sensor rather than the multi-layer Foveon chip…
Second-hand classics: Canon EOS 6D
The 6D was a stepping stone into full-frame photography for many and remains hugely popular today
Biggest autofocus mistakes and how to avoid them
Understanding how your AF system works and how to avoid pitfalls will really help you get sharp shots, says Angela Nicholson
Sony Alpha 7R IV 61MP high-resolution powerhouse arrives
Sony introduces the Alpha 7R IV - the world's first mirrorless camera to boast a 61MP full-frame sensor
Marilyn Stafford photojournalism award winners announced
This award is granted annually to “a professional woman photographer towards the initiation or completion of a compelling and cohesive documentary photo essay which addresses…
Lightweight prime for Sony full-frame mirrorless
Measuring 63mm in diameter and 73mm in length, and with a 55mm filter thread, it’s the lightest lens in its class at just 280g. With…
Best Camera Backpack 2019: top models revealed
In need of a backpack that offers excellent adaptability? Michael Topham looks at six options for outdoor photographers
Get great-looking landscape shots today
From Lightroom to Luminar, James Paterson explores some of the finest options for processing and enhancing your raw photos
How to avoid clichés in your photography
Bagging an iconic landscape is great for many photographers, but knowing when to explore alternatives is vital for expressing identity as an artist, says David…
Full details of Tamron’s fast wide-angle zoom
The lens features the RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) AF motor unit, which Tamron claims offers fast, virtually noise free operation, so it’s also suitable…