Author: Karen Sheard

Online Manager 2007 - 2016

Karen studied photography in 1994 at Dewsbury Art College and obtained a degree in Writing from Middlesex University in 2002.

She managed the Amateur Photographer and What Digital Camera websites for 9 years, taking care of everything from the site content and social media channels through to the technical development of the site.

Sony A5000 review sample image gallery

Karen Sheard

Oct 2, 2014

New look website – send us your feedback here

Karen Sheard

Oct 1, 2014

Digital Camera Advice: Choosing the Best Camera – video guide

Are you perplexed by all the different types of cameras and unsure of what's best for your needs? In these...

Karen Sheard

Jan 18, 2013

Buyer’s Guide to Tripods – video guide

Unsure of which tripod is best for you? What Digital Camera's Editor, Nigel Atherton, talks through the different options available

Karen Sheard

Mar 5, 2013

Wi-fi cameras – The future of connectivity

We look at how Wi-fi camera technology is changing the way we link a camera to a computer, TV and...

Karen Sheard

Apr 10, 2013

Essential Guide to Wideangle Lenses

Need a wider lens to squeeze more in the frame? We uncover your wideangle lens options...

Karen Sheard

Apr 11, 2013

Essential Guide to Camera Triggers

Need a cable or remote release for your DSLR? We reveal their uses and what’s available to you...

Karen Sheard

Apr 12, 2013

It’s Time To Customise Your Camera!

Accessories are an important part of your kit, but what's essential and what's not?

Karen Sheard

Jan 13, 2014

Nikon D800E vs Sony A7R

Nikon D800E vs Sony A7R – We pit two of the highest-resolution full frame interchangeable lens cameras head to head...

Karen Sheard

Jan 22, 2014