July 20, 2025
Which camera brand is the coolest? Here’s my definitive and unscientific ranking
We all argue about who makes the best cameras – but which brand makes the coolest ones? Jon Stapley aims to settle the question once and for all.
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July 19, 2025
Opinion: Can Coolpix make Nikon cool again?
Gavin Stoker wonders if now is the time for Nikon to jump back into the compact camera market, with the Coolpix brand
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July 18, 2025
25% off Festival of Photography: Documentary tickets – offer ends Monday, so don’t miss out!
It's the last chance to get 25% off tickets to our Festival of Photography: Documentary on August 9th, a celebration of photojournalism in all its varied forms
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July 18, 2025
We gave this Nikon full-frame camera five stars – time’s running out on this great offer!
Snap up this attractive deal on the Nikon Z6III with 24.5MP full frame sensor, up to 20fps shooting, 6k video recording and more
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July 18, 2025
Why can’t Canon make a camera now to match this high-resolution DSLR monster?
Why can't Canon make a camera now to match this high-resolution DSLR monster? Matty Graham wonders why this DSLR is still the king of MP
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July 17, 2025
OPPO x Hasselblad partnership renewed – with an even higher benchmark for phone photography set
At a special event in Gothenburg, Sweden, today OPPO has announced the continuation of its partnership with camera manufacturer Hasselblad.
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May 21, 2025
Canon EOS R5 Mark II review – top of the class
Canon’s souped-up high-resolution all-rounder promises to handle any kind of shooting; but how does it stack up in reality? Andy Westlake takes a close look
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May 20, 2025
Fujifilm X100VI Review – X hits the spot
The 40MP Fujifilm X100VI came with IBIS and new tech from the X-T5. How does it perform? Find out in our review
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June 20, 2025
OM System OM-1 Mark II Review – a worthy successor
Joshua Waller reviews the new OM System OM-1 Mark II, with a number of new updates, including the World’s first in-camera live Grad ND filter.
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May 12, 2025
Fujifilm X-T50 Review – Small 40MP camera, major game changer
The new Fujifilm X-T50 brings the 40MP sensor and flagship features to a wider market, with a lower price; so how does it stack up in practice?
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July 15, 2025
Best camera phones for photography in the World in 2025
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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July 19, 2025
Vanguard VEO Metro B25L review – this might just be my new favourite camera backpack
Andy Westlake tests a stylish and highly functional camera backpack that's comfortable to carry and has lots of clever features
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July 16, 2025
Yashica City200 Review – return of the purple people eater
Yashica City 200 – Does the extra poke in terms of focal length delivered by this 10x zoom big brother to the simultaneously announced 3x zoom Yashica City 100 make it a city slicker?
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July 13, 2025
Newell LCD-PB-SD dual-channel charger review – affordable, versatile and very useful
Andy Westlake tries out an affordable dual charger with some useful extra features
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Buying Guides
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July 18, 2025
Best compact camera in 2025 – pixel perfect point and shoot cameras
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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July 18, 2025
The best cameras for photography in 2025: perfect picks for wildlife, landscapes, portraits and more
Want the best camera for photography? Here are the best for all genres of stills shooting: from portraits to landscapes, wildlife, street, macro and more.
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July 17, 2025
Best macro lenses for mirrorless and DSLRs: a close-up look
We reveal the best macro lenses currently available for close-up shooting, for both mirrorless and DSLR cameras.
Techniques and How-Tos
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July 10, 2025
Best vlogging camera in 2025: top video cameras for YouTube and TikTok
Richard Sibley and the AP team pick the best vlogging cameras to buy, with budget options for users of all experience levels.
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July 9, 2025
Best photo editing software in 2025: the programs to make your photos pop
Take your images to the next level with the best photo editing software. Jon Stapley and the AP team pick top programs, including some free tools.
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July 8, 2025
Best instant cameras and printers in 2025: are you Team Polaroid or Team Instax?
Claire Gillo and the AP team pick the best instant cameras and printers on the market, including Polaroid, Fujifilm Instax, Kodak and more.
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Opinion
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July 20, 2025
Which camera brand is the coolest? Here’s my definitive and unscientific ranking
We all argue about who makes the best cameras – but which brand makes the coolest ones? Jon Stapley aims to settle the question once and for all.
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July 19, 2025
Opinion: Can Coolpix make Nikon cool again?
Gavin Stoker wonders if now is the time for Nikon to jump back into the compact camera market, with the Coolpix brand
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July 18, 2025
Why can’t Canon make a camera now to match this high-resolution DSLR monster?
Why can't Canon make a camera now to match this high-resolution DSLR monster? Matty Graham wonders why this DSLR is still the king of MP
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July 16, 2025
I owned the Sony RX1R II and sold it – the RX1R III is ALMOST the perfect upgrade
A decade since the RX1R II shook up the premium compact market, Sony delights us all by squeezing the latest camera tech in to its new RX1R III
Second-hand
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June 26, 2025
What are the best second-hand cameras?
If you want your budget to go as far as possible you should consider buying second-hand. Audley Jarvis reveals some of the best bargains to be had
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May 28, 2025
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, 2025
Best second-hand full-frame mirrorless cameras in 2025
Interested in a full-frame mirrorless camera, but want to save money by buying second-hand? We guide you through our top picks.
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May 12, 2025
The best second-hand full-frame camera bargains
Buying second-hand is a great way to save on cameras. Here's our guide to second-hand, full-frame camera bargains
Latest deals
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July 18, 2025
We gave this Nikon full-frame camera five stars – time’s running out on this great offer!
Snap up this attractive deal on the Nikon Z6III with 24.5MP full frame sensor, up to 20fps shooting, 6k video recording and more
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July 17, 2025
Amazon is still discounting the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV’s price – it’s a ‘joy to use,’ with 4k video, too!
Amazon Prime Day might be over but you can still save on the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV, featuring a 20Mp sensor, 4k video recording, great image stabilisation and more
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July 16, 2025
This is the cheapest full-frame camera you can buy right now (with lens)
This full-frame Panasonic Lumix camera is at an all-time low price, with kit lens.
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July 11, 2025
Last chance to save on Sony’s fantastic full-frame all-rounder!
With a 33MP sensor, sophisticated AF system and 10 frames per second shooting, this Sony Alpha A7 IV deal is a Amazon Prime Day highlight
APOY Photo Competition - Enter to win!
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June 26, 2025
Young rodeo rider wins Black & White category of major competition
The results of the first round of our prestigious International Amateur Photographer of the Year 2025 competition are in! See the Black & White top 10
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June 24, 2025
International Amateur Photographer of the Year 2025 is open and better than ever! Over $35,000 / £26,000 of prizes up for grabs
International Amateur Photographer of the Year 2025 is now open! The third round is Close-up & Details, submit your photos before 21st July 2025
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April 25, 2025
Amateur Photographer of the Year 2025 coming soon! Start preparing your images
Our annual photography competition Amateur Photographer of the Year, will be launching its 2025 edition very soon! See category info and dates here
