In this article we look at diffractive lens, providing a guide to what it is for and how it works
What Digital Camera
Guide to focal lengths
In many ways, the lens you use should be a more important consideration than your camera, as the lens will have more of an influence on the kind of shot…
Colour correction: Advanced technology guide
Bob Newman looks at why lenses are colour corrected because of dispersion
Mirror lens: What is it and how does it work?
In this article we look at the mirror lens, providing a guide to what it is for and how it works
Blue Spectrum Refractive: Advanced technology guide
Canon has included another novel feature in one of its latest lens releases, the EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM. Canon calls this a Blue Spectrum Refractive element. The claim is…
Expert Guide: Panasonic Lumix GX7
The GX7 is one of the best CSCs Panasonic has ever produced. We take an in-depth look at it, in our expert guide.
The 5 Best CSC’s under £500
So you’ve worked out that you have a budget of up to £500 to spend on your next camera, but you’re not entirely sure what makes the best buy. Fear…
Enthusiast and professional-grade filters
These six filters are the type commonly used by enthusiasts and professionals. While you can expect to pay substantially more, these offer the best possible performance. Again, prices quoted are…
Best filters for your kit bag
If you’re looking to get started with filters then these all come with the WDC seal of approval. Note that prices quoted are the manufacturer’s suggested retail price, not the…
Extra aspherical: Advanced technology guide
The latest lenses from Canon and Nikon use aspherical lenses made from extra-low dispersion glass
DxO One review
Is the DxO One the perfect camera upgrade for iPhone users? Andy Westlake finds out.
Ergos: Advanced technology guide
Bob Newman looks at the use of the word 'ergos' among camera buffs
Scene-recognition mode: What is it and how does it work?
In this article we look at the scene-recognition mode, providing a guide to what it is for and how it works
Best APS-C DSLRs
If your budget doesn’t quite stretch to a full-frame DSLR, but you consider yourself to be a passionate enthusiast who likes to take their photography seriously, an APS-C DSLR is…
The delight factor of cameras
The delight factor may be an emotional response to a camera, but it’s as important as any physical feature
Backside illumination: Advanced technology guide
Professor Bob Newman considers Sony’s new full-frame, backside-illuminated sensor for the Alpha 7R Mark II
Skylight filter: What is it and how does it work?
In this article we look at the skylight filter, providing a guide to what it is for and how it works
Near Field Communications: What is this feature and how does it work?
In this article we look at Near Field Communications, providing a guide to what it is for and how it works
Best camera apps
Many cameras now allow you to connect to your smartphone or tablet via wi-fi connectivity using a first-party app. We look at a range of camera apps two find out…
Five digital projectors to show off your photographs
We round up five digital projectors suitable to display your photographs and then pit them against each other to find out which one is best.