July 27, 2016
Laowa 105mm f/2 (T3.2) STF review
It's nicknamed the 'Bokeh Dreamer', but is the Laowa 105mm f/2 (T3.2) STF worth investing in for portraiture? Michael Topham puts this unique lens to the test
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We look at a number of factors when testing lenses, including build quality; handling; autofocus performance; image stabilisation; and optical quality (sharpness, distortion, bokeh and background blur) and more. We share real life photos so that you can see which lens is best for you.
July 27, 2016
It's nicknamed the 'Bokeh Dreamer', but is the Laowa 105mm f/2 (T3.2) STF worth investing in for portraiture? Michael Topham puts this unique lens to the test
July 6, 2016
With a long zoom range at a tempting price, Nikon’s AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens could be outstanding. Phil Hall tries it out on a wildlife photography trip
June 2, 2016
Michael Topham puts Sigma's latest zoom with a constant f/1.8 aperture to the test
May 23, 2016
Andy Westlake tests Tamron’s new image stabilised short telephoto prime
May 23, 2016
Michael Topham tests the eagerly awaited telephoto zoom for X-system cameras
May 11, 2016
We take a first look at the first autofocus macro lens to feature 1.2x magnification and a built-in macro light
April 12, 2016
Michael Topham reviews Sony's professional-grade standard zoom for the full-frame FE mount
March 16, 2016
Andy Westlake takes a detailed look at a budget all-in-one superzoom for APS-C DSLRs - the Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC.
February 29, 2016
The market wasn’t exactly short of 35mm lenses before Tamron introduced the second of its new range of fixed-focal-length optics. Damien Demolder investigates whether we need another.
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Is the new Fujinon XF 35mm f/2 R WR superior to the older XF 35mm f/1.4R? Michael Topham investigates
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