Damien has been writing about photography and photographic equipment since 1997, and has been a professional photographer since 1987 - when digital photography was only a dream. He’s more-than-slightly obsessed with photography and all

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Every piece of equipment that comes our way, whether a camera, a lens or an accessory, gets the same level of careful scrutiny. We discover what products are good at and what they are not so you don’t have to. Tests are not just made in the lab, but our technical findings are also investigated in practical situations to establish what readers can expect in real-world conditions.

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Compact System Camera Reviews

Compact system camera reviews and specifications (also called hybrid cameras and micro four thirds cameras)

Samsung NX3000 Review

The Samsung NX3000 continues the NX series tradition of combining a full specification with a broad range of imaging technology...

Nikon 1 J4 Review

Nikon 1 J4 Review - The Nikon 1 J4 is the latest 1 series addition and arrives with a host...

Leica T Review

Leica T Review - The Leica T is the premium manufacturer's first ever compact system camera, signalling a move away...

Sony Alpha 6000 Review

Sony A6000 Review - The Sony a6000 is the manufacturer’s latest CSC, boasting class-leading AF performance and an impressive APS-C...