June 23, 2026
One of the best mid-range phones from Samsung is super cheap right now
Don’t miss this Amazon Prime Day deal - Samsung Galaxy A56 is 30% off with a 50MP triple camera, AMOLED display, and massive 5000mAh battery.
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June 23, 2026
Every photographer and content creator should own one of these – for small cameras and phones these are just the ticket – and cheaper too!
Looking for a pocket-sized vlogging tripod? The Manfrotto Pixi Mini is the perfect pocketable tripod, now nearly half price for Prime Day.
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June 23, 2026
Enter the wildlife round of our major competition (here’s how to edit your shots so they look their best)
With the Animal Kingdom round of International Amateur Photographer of the Year now open, Will Cheung shows how to make your shots sing
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June 23, 2026
Every photographer should own a 50mm lens, and Amazon Prime Day just dropped prices on these ones from Sony and Canon
Compact, lightweight and affordable. 50mm primes make a perfect companion for beginners, check out these Prime Day Deals for Sony and Canon
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June 23, 2026
I’ve found a way you can get nearly $200 off the newest and best iPhone – here’s all the details
IPhones are great for photography but if you are put off by the price, check out these great Prime Day deals on 'renewed' models!
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June 23, 2026
The BEST Android phone for photographers is cheaper than ever
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a superb camera phone with a one-inch sensor, a true zoom lens and Leica cameras, and now it's cheaper with Prime Day
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June 1, 2026
Best compact camera in 2026 – the perfect point-and-shoots for photos and video
Discover our round-up of the best compact cameras available, including the Fujifilm X100VI, Sony RX100 VII, a new Leica, the Ricoh GR IIIx and more...
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March 5, 2026
Panasonic Lumix S1II review – high-speed champion, but do you need it?
Is Panasonic’s flagship 24MP hybrid camera worth the premium over its cheaper S1IIE sibling? We find out.
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June 2, 2026
Camp Snap 2 review – the original screen-free camera just got BOOSTED
The Camp Snap 2 sounds great on paper, but is it really? Find out in this review of this updated screen-free camera.
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April 8, 2026
Ricoh GR IV Monochrome review – the ultimate street-shooter camera in black & white?
Read our in-depth review of the Ricoh GR IV Monochrome, a specialist version of the classic street camera that only shoots in black & white
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June 9, 2026
What are the best camera phones in the world in 2026 right now? These are the top choices
I pick the best camera phones for photographers to buy, derived from our reviews of the latest Samsung, Google, Apple iPhones and more.
Reviews
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June 23, 2026
Excire Foto 2027 review: get on top of even the most disorganised photo collection
The latest version of Excire's well-regarded photo management software is now here. Will Cheung see how it compares to previous versions
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June 21, 2026
Vanguard VEO Metro compact camera bags review – affordable, practical and good-looking protection
We test a pair of bags for fixed-lens compact cameras that combine god looks and practical protection at an attractive price
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June 20, 2026
SmallRig RM 03 Macro Photo LED Light review – flexible lighting for close-ups on a budget
Designed for macro and close-up photography, the SmallRig RM 03 combines a flexible gooseneck arm with a compact LED light and a host of creative accessories. Angela Nicholson finds out how useful it is in…
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Buying Guides
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June 23, 2026
Best action camera to buy in 2026: the top models from GoPro, DJI, Insta360 and more
Take your image-making on an adventure with the best action camera. Our guide includes the best GoPro, DJI, Insta360 and OM-System Tough.
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June 23, 2026
The best DSLR camera to buy in 2026: all-time classics (get them while you still can)
If you prefer the handling of a good old-fashioned DSLR, we've got you covered with our guide to the best DSLR cameras you can buy.
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June 22, 2026
The best mirrorless cameras in 2026: these are my top choices for photography and video
Looking for the best mirrorless cameras? Geoff Harris and the AP team take you through the top options for all budgets and skill levels.
Techniques and How-Tos
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June 23, 2026
Three leading close-up macro photographers share their best shots – how they took them and why
One genre. Three photographers. Three standout images, each revealing how vision, timing and technique come together in a single frame.
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June 20, 2026
These powerful photographs of the Bangladeshi floods will make you stop and think harder about climate change
Muhammad Amdad Hossain's long-term photojournalism projects explore climate change, environmental crisis, and human resilience. He shares more...
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June 18, 2026
These are the most important cameras of all time – 200 years of photography from 1826 to 2026
It began with a totally impractical photographic process. It ended with digital wizardry that would have seemed like magic two centuries ago. John Wade charts what happened in between.
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Opinion
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June 21, 2026
I’m a professional street photographer and I think viewfinders are limiting and overrated
Camera viewfinders are limiting, over-glorified devices that belong in the previous century, says Damien Demolder. Rear-screen shooting, at arm’s length, makes much more sense.
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June 20, 2026
5 reasons the Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR is a masterpiece of professional camera engineering
Peter Travers writes a love letter to the Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR, a masterpiece of camera engineering in Peter's eyes.
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June 20, 2026
Why every photographer should turn the camera on themselves
How self-portraiture offers a way of working that removes pressure, encourages experimentation, and allows ideas, technique, and confidence to develop through a more independent and self-directed creative process.
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June 19, 2026
Mirrorless Milestones – 18 years of the cameras that killed the DSLR
Back in 2008, the world’s first mirrorless camera appeared. Now they’ve made DSLRs obsolete. Andy Westlake traces how it happened.
Second-hand
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June 23, 2026
The best DSLR camera to buy in 2026: all-time classics (get them while you still can)
If you prefer the handling of a good old-fashioned DSLR, we've got you covered with our guide to the best DSLR cameras you can buy.
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June 16, 2026
12 Best Second-hand Classic Compact Cameras: stylish and enduring
These second-hand classic compact cameras offer advanced controls, raw shooting and bargain prices
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May 26, 2026
What are the best cameras under $200 in 2026? Budget cameras that take great photos
For a great camera that won't break the bank, Claire Gillo and the AP team offer a guide to the best cameras under £200/$200.
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April 15, 2026
Best used smartphones to buy right now
Flagship smartphones are expensive – but can you get a bargain by buying used? Amy Davies shows you some options
Latest deals
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June 23, 2026
Every photographer and content creator should own one of these – for small cameras and phones these are just the ticket – and cheaper too!
Looking for a pocket-sized vlogging tripod? The Manfrotto Pixi Mini is the perfect pocketable tripod, now nearly half price for Prime Day.
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June 23, 2026
Every photographer should own a 50mm lens, and Amazon Prime Day just dropped prices on these ones from Sony and Canon
Compact, lightweight and affordable. 50mm primes make a perfect companion for beginners, check out these Prime Day Deals for Sony and Canon
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June 23, 2026
I’ve found a way you can get nearly $200 off the newest and best iPhone – here’s all the details
IPhones are great for photography but if you are put off by the price, check out these great Prime Day deals on 'renewed' models!
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June 23, 2026
The BEST Android phone for photographers is cheaper than ever
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a superb camera phone with a one-inch sensor, a true zoom lens and Leica cameras, and now it's cheaper with Prime Day
APOY Photo Competition - Enter to win!
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June 23, 2026
Have amazing animal photos to share? Enter them into this competition to win from $32,000/£24,000 in prizes
Enter your animal and wildlife photos to International Amateur Photographer of the Year for the chance to win over $32,000/£24,000 in prizes
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May 26, 2026
Enter your best black & white photos for your chance to win big in our competition, with £24,000 worth of prizes
Enter your Black & White photos to International Amateur Photographer of the Year for the chance to win over $32,000/£24,000 in prizes
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May 5, 2026
Street photographers! Enter your best photos to this competition for the chance to win big prizes
Enter your Street photography to International Amateur Photographer of the Year for the chance to win over $32,000/£24,000 in prizes