Author: Phil Hall

Technique Editor

After studying Photography at Nottingham Trent, Phil gained experience shooting a wide variety of subjects for national news agencies before joining Digital Photo magazine in 2005.

He moved to IPC in 2010, taking on the role of Deputy Editor of What Digital Camera before becoming Amateur Photographer's Features and Technique Editor in 2014. Phil's also responsible for editing Photo Technique.

Phil's images have been used in a range of media, including national newspapers, a broad variety of magazines, books and corporate clients including Vodafone and Marks and Spencer. See his pictures at www.philhallphotos.com

Nikkor AF-S 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR review

With a long zoom range at a tempting price, Nikon’s AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens could be outstanding....

Phil Hall

Jun 29, 2016

Fujifilm X70 review

With a rich heritage, the X70 from Fujifilm has a lot going for it. Phil Hall sees if it can...

Phil Hall

Mar 29, 2016

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR review

Nikon’s latest standard zoom could be the lens DX-format users have been waiting for. Phil Hall puts it to the...

Phil Hall

Oct 26, 2015

AF-S Nikkor 80-400mm f4.5-5.6G-ED-VR

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR field test

Is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens good enough for a once-in-a-lifetime photo safari, or did Phil...

Phil Hall

Aug 12, 2015

Sony Alpha 7 (A7) Review

Sony Alpha 7 (A7) Review - The Sony Alpha 7 is the world's first full-frame CSC and is heralded by...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Review

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Review – The Olympus OM-D E-M1 is the second model in the retro-styled OM-D series, sitting above...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Review

The Olympus OM-D E-M5 takes its design cues from Olympus’ much-loved 35mm OM SLR range and is the first of...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Fujifilm X-E1 Review

With many of the same features as the X-Pro1, but more affordable, is this the perfect enthusiast CSC? We find...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Olympus E-P5 Review

Olympus E-P5 Review - The E-P5 is the manufacturer's first CSC of 2013. Find out if it's a worthy contender...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Panasonic Lumix GX7 Review

Panasonic Lumix GX7 Review - The Panasonic Lumix GX7 is the latest advanced CSC from Panasonic, and is a model...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Canon EOS M Review

Canon's first CSC has arrived in the shape of the EOS M. Has the wait been worth it? We find...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Fujifilm X-M1 Review

Fujifilm X-M1 Review - X-M1 is the manufacturer's smallest and lightest CSC yet and is aimed at a wider audience...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Panasonic Lumix G6 Review

Panasonic Lumix G6 Review - The G6 is the latest addition to Panasonic's G-series, sitting alongside the G5 and GH3

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Olympus PEN E-PL5 Review

Is the latest PEN more than just an incremental upgrade? We find out in the What Digital Camera Olympus PEN...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Sony A58 Review

The Sony A58 replaces two existing models at the entry-level end of its range. Has the consolidation been worth it?...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Nikon D4 Review

Is this the best DSLR ever seen? Find out in What Digital Camera's Nikon D4 review…

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Canon EOS 5D Mark III Review

With a camera of such pedigree, there are naturally high expectations. Find out how good it is in the What...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015

Nikon D800E Review

The D800E promises even sharper images than the Nikon D800, but with a couple of compromises. Do the benefits outweigh...

Phil Hall

Jun 19, 2015