May 8, 2026
Best cameras for beginner photographers in 2026: get started taking great pictures
Ideal cameras for new, novice and budding photographers, and whoever wants a model for good quality images at a fair price.
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Round ups
Round ups of all the best cameras and photography equipment, camera head to heads and gift guides. If you’re looking for the best camera, the best lens, and the best accessories, then you’ll find them here.
Here are some of the best: Ultra-Zoom Bridge Cameras, Best Mirrorless, Best Compact Mirrorless, Best DSLRs, Best Cheap DSLRs, Best Cameras under £500, Best compact cameras.
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May 6, 2026
Canon EOS R5 Mark II vs Nikon Z8: which full-frame camera wins for nature photography?
It’s the ultimate landscape and nature photography camera battle, but who will come out on top, the Nikon Z8 or Canon EOS R5 Mark II? We sent two pro photographers to the Lake District to…
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April 29, 2026
These are the best Olympus cameras (and best OM System cameras) in 2026
We help you find the best Olympus camera or OM-System camera for your style of shooting, with options for travel, wildlife, video and more.
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April 22, 2026
Best Leica cameras to buy in 2026 – unique quality, style, and cost
What are the best Leica cameras money can buy? Amy Davies discovers the best choices from rangefinders to mirrorless to analogue cameras.
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April 17, 2026
The best video editing software in 2026: these are programs literally anyone can use
Choosing the right video-editing software for your needs can be a challenge. Don't miss our guide to the best free and paid-for options, suitable for a range of skill levels
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April 17, 2026
iPhone 17 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: I shot hundreds of photos to find out which flagship is best
With top-of-the-line models that cost a small fortune, it’s important to pick the right one. Here we take a look at how the Apple and Samsung flagships match up for photographers
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April 15, 2026
What are the best small mirrorless cameras?
Can good cameras really come in small packages? We think so. Here are our best small mirrorless cameras for fantastic image quality.
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April 13, 2026
The 12 best Nikon DSLR cameras ever – class cameras that last
We run through the best Nikon DSLRs of all time, from modern-day marvels to the early classics, and help you find the right Nikon DSLR for you.
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March 31, 2026
Best Canon EF lenses to buy right now
Need a lens for your Canon DSLR? Take a look at our guide to the best Canon EF lenses you can buy, with budget-friendly options.
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March 30, 2026
Best zoom lenses for Nikon DSLRs in 2026
We pick the best zoom lenses for Nikon DSLRs, from wide-angles for landscapes and buildings to super-telephotos favoured by wildlife shooters
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March 30, 2026
Best camera filters for photographers – refine your images in camera
Rod Lawton and the AP team recommend the best camera filters for photographers to buy, for effects that can't be replicated in software.