Reviewer Profile

Canon EOS 600D: Does the 600D have what it takes to compete? On paper, the Canon EOS 600D certainly ticks all the boxes. Its 18-megapixel CMOS sensor is impressively large and the new model includes notable specs such as a vast ISO range and a full 1080p HD movie mode. However, the competition in this area of the market is heating up, as many rival manufacturers are also introducing impressive DSLR models to their ranges – can the EOS 600D compete with them? The first issue that needs to be addressed with the EOS 600D is its body build. The fi

With the popularity of zooms, particularly of constant aperture f2.8 types amongst the press, not to mention DSLRs with variable ISOs and ultra-high sensitivities, the fast prime has been overlooked in recent times. But that’s changing. After the surprise AF-S 50mm f1.4 revamp, Nikon’s latest pro-level prime is a 24mm, again, with a maximum aperture of f1.4, to rival Canon’s offering. It’s unequivocally aimed at photojournalists and ideally suited for low-li

This desktop gadget from Lexar is small, streamlined and stylish – but hidden within this compact exterior is the power to read up to 24 memory card formats. The design is well thought out and while not in use, the reader is under 2cm thick. When you’re ready to slip a card inside, simply depress the buttons located on each side, which allow the slot sections to be exposed. Clearly labelled, the five slots read CompactFlash, SD, SDHC, microSD, Memory Stick, XD and 19 ot

The Weekend Project - 3rd Feb 2012

The weekend has arrived so time for us to set you a shooting challenge. As the weather has drastically changed in the past week the theme for this challenge is 'cold'. Interpret the word as you like. You can enter your images now onto the Digit

Promotion: How photos can engage your readers

While a written blog certainly relies heavily on well-written and nutritious content in order to keep its readers coming back regularly, they also benefit greatly from the inclusion of a few great images.  Confront your readers with a sea of

The Weekend Project - 3rd Feb 2012

The weekend has arrived so time for us to set you a shooting challenge. As the weather has drastically changed in the past week the theme for this challenge is 'cold'. Interpret the word as you like. You can enter your images now onto the Digit

Camera School: ISO and sensitivity

Lesson four: Master ISO ISO is the measurement of a camera sensor’s sensitivity to light. Based on the speed ratings of conventional 35mm film (denoted as ASAs), most compacts, superzooms and DSLRs will allow photographers to alter the I