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)

Nikon 1 V2 Review

While it was a long time coming, Nikon’s 1 series of compact system cameras has proved incredibly popular since its...

Sony NEX-6 Review

The Sony NEX-6 features an excellent viewfinder, articulated LCD and wireless technology. What's not to like? What Digital Camera takes...

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...

Sony NEX-5R Review

Sitting just above the Sony NEX-5N, the Sony NEX-5R has been designed to offer more interactive features than its forerunner....