The best Sony camera for beginners should have excellent autofocus (AF), high frame rates, and 4K video recording. Our top choice is the Sony a6100. It has advanced features and a 22 MP sensor for a good price!

The best affordable camera for landscape photography will need an APS-C or full frame sensor for low-light performance. Our top choice is the Panasonic Lumix DC-G9, check the full list before you buy!

How much is a camera? And how much is a good camera? This is a quick and easy guide to your main options—whether you’re a professional, a beginner, or somewhere in between.

Cameras and many other devices, including smartphones and drones, have all kinds of camera sensor sizes. This article will try to make sense of the alphabet soup. And it will help you understand the impact of having a larger or smaller sensor. The basic trade-off between a large and small sensor is image quality and […]

Buying your first “proper” digital camera can be complicated… especially because the mirrorless vs DSLR battle continues. So what’s the difference between a DSLR and a mirrorless camera? And which is better? Why are some cameras more expensive than others? Do I need an adaptor to use my existing lenses? Why are so many models […]

Shutter speed can have a huge effect on the final image. We explore what is shutter speed and when we should use a slow vs fast shutter speed.

Much information answering “what is aperture” is misleading. This article will explain everything you need to know about camera aperture, including a list of frequently asked questions.

Here are 16 different camera settings for beginners. Mastering them all can be a bit tricky. However, this is one of the things I liked about learning photography. I enjoyed reading the odd guide to camera settings (like this one) and putting it all into practice. It’s easy to take the lazy option and leave […]

Cameras with high dynamic range (HDR) are useful for many types of photography. Our top HDR camera is the Sony a7R V. Check our full list before you buy!

DSLRs and mirrorless cameras can now manage 8K video recording and 50 MP pictures. But does that mean there’s no place for camcorders? Well, a digital camera often doesn’t have a microphone port, image stabilization, or a fully articulated screen. Also, you might have to use a slow, contrast-detect AF (autofocus) system in live view. […]

We look at Nikon vs Sony mirrorless cameras and weigh each of their features. Each brand’s pros and cons help you decide which is best for you!

The best rugged cameras on the market are sometimes the best waterproof cameras. But it depends on what you mean by “rugged camera.” Do you want something to take with you on a beach holiday? If so, a compact waterproof camera like the Olympus TG-6 is fine. But if you’re more interested in taking video, […]