Radio frequency technology has found its way into the world of photography, with some interesting results
Technology guides
CMOS image sensor: What is it and how does it work?
In this article we look at the CMOS image sensor, providing a guide to what it is for and how it works
What is a semi-silvered mirror and how does it work?
In this article we look at the semi-silvered mirror, providing a guide to what it is for, and how it works.
Exposure histogram: What is it and how does it work?
In this article we look at the Exposure histogram, providing a guide to what it is for, and how it works
Raw image file: What is it and how does it work?
In this article, we look at the raw image file, providing a guide to what it is for, and how it works
Intelligent Auto mode: What is it and how does it work?
In this article, we look at the intelligent auto mode, providing a guide to what it is for, and how it works
Cancelled anti-aliasing: Advanced technology guide
Bob Newman on the effects of disabling the anti-aliasing filter in the Canon EOS 5DS R and Nikon D800E
Lens size: Advance technology guide
Why are lenses on fixed-lens cameras often more compact than those on interchangeable-lens models? Find out more about lens size
The lens-style camera: Advanced technology guide
A detailed look at the pros and cons of cameras that can be attached to the back of a mobile phone
Sensor-shift image-stabilisation system: What is it and how does it work?
In this article, we look at the Sensor-shift image-stabilisation system, providing a guide to what it is for, and how it works
Polarising filter: What is it and how does it work?
In this article, we look at the polarising filter, providing a guide to what it is for, and how it works
Speed booster: Advance technology guide
Professor Bob Newman explains how it is possible for a lens to increase its ‘speed’
CMOS technology in medium format cameras: Advanced technology guide
Bob Newman looks at the use of CMOS technology in medium-format cameras
Macro lens: What is it and how does it work?
In this article, we look at the Macro lens, providing a guide to what it is for, and how it works
Focal plane shutter: What is it and how does it work?
In this article, we look at the focal plane shutter, providing a guide to what it is for, and how it works
Optical or electronic viewfinders: best for action?
Are optical or electronic viewfinders better for shooting moving subjects? Bob Newman investigates
Digital camera imaging sensor: What is it and how does it work?
In this article, we look at the digital camera imaging sensor, providing a guide to what it is for, and how it works
JPEG files: Advanced technology guide
In this article, we look at the JPEG file format, describing what it is for, and how it works...
Anti-reflection lens coating: What is it and how does it work?
In this article, we look at anti-reflection lens coating, providing a guide to what it is for, and how it works
Foveon sensor: Advanced technology guide
Bob Newman looks at the pros and cons of Sigma’s Foveon sensor, particularly the new sensor in the dp2 Quattro