Matt Golowczynski
Matt Golowczynski's Bio
Matt Golowczynski is a London-based photographer and technical journalist who has written for a range of print and online magazines. For more information and to see more of his work visit his website.
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How to Take Better Wedding Photos as a Guest
2017-08-03
Capture the special day in a way that’s respectful to the official photographer and to the couple. Matt Golowczynski explains...
Perspective: Is Shooting RAW Overrated?
2017-07-07
If JPEG quality suffices for most everyday situations, should we still need to rely on RAW files?...
A Photographer’s Guide to Southeast Asia
2017-06-23
Matt Golowczynski shares his favourite photographic locations around Southeast Asia and offers tips on how to capture them...
The Photo Kit I Took for Three Months of Travelling
2017-05-30
What’s the perfect kit bag for three months on the road? Matt Golowczynski reveals the kit he couldn’t live without...
Wacom MobileStudio Pro Hands-on Review
2017-04-24
The Wacom MobileStudio Pro is a new editing option for photographers and other creatives, and it arrives with a mightily impressive spec sheet....
Perspective: Manipulated Images – The Mark of a Good Photographer
2017-03-10
Images have always been manipulated. Understanding and embracing this can make you a better photographer, argues Matt Golowczynski...
How to Get Started with Environmental Portraiture
2017-03-01
Portraiture doesn't have to mean studios – an environmental context can add depth and character. Matt Golowczynski explains...
Panasonic Lumix GH5 Hands-on First Look
2017-01-04
Matt Golowczynski takes a closer look at the new Panasonic Lumix GH5, the latest in the GH series of video-centric mirrorless cameras...
Canon EOS M5 Hands-on preview
2016-09-25
The Canon EOS M5 is the company's most serious compact system camera yet. Matt Golowczynski takes a closer look....
Canon EOS M5: What you need to know
2016-09-15
In this video, Matt runs through the key things you need to know about the new mirrorless Canon EOS...
How to Buy a Reflector
2016-08-17
Need a reflector? Here's everything you need to consider when buying one...
Five-Minute Photoshop Fix – Saturating Skies
2016-08-09
Matt Golowczynski explains how to give your skies some pop using Photoshop...
Canon SX720 HS versus Panasonic Lumix TZ80
2016-07-21
Two of the best travel compacts on the market – Panasonic TZ80 versus Canon SX720 HS, which is better? Matt Golowczynski investigates...
Five-Minute Photoshop Fix – Red Eye
2016-07-02
Matt demonstrates how to fix red-eye in Photoshop in less than five minutes...
Canon EOS 80D: What Does It Offer Photographers?
2016-06-17
What’s so special about the Canon EOS 80D? Matt takes a closer look...
Best Camera for YouTube
2016-05-20
Fancy creating your own YouTube videos? Check out our recommendations for the best camera and accessories you need for YouTube...
Best Setup for Fashion and Beauty Blogging
2016-05-14
Shooting portraits for your fashion blog, or videos for makeup tutorials? Here’s the kit you need...
Picking the Best Travel Camera
2016-05-09
2016 Update: Matt G explains what to look out for when selecting a camera for your holidays...
7 more simple ways to take better holiday photos
2016-05-02
2016 Update: Following on from our earlier guide to getting great holiday photos, here are seven more great tips...
8 Travel Photography Mistakes and How to Fix Them
2016-04-25
2016 Update: Matt Golowczynski shares eight common travel photography mistakes and explains how to deal with them...
What is … Dynamic Range? [video]
2016-04-13
This week Matt explains dynamic range – what it is, how it works, and how to play with it...
8 ways to take better holiday photos
2016-04-11
Off on holiday soon? Bear these pointers in mind to capture the essence of wherever it is you’re visiting...
What is… Bracketing? [video]
2016-04-06
Matt explains the ins and outs of bracketing – what it is and how to do it...
How to Understand a Camera’s Autofocus System
2016-03-31
Cross-type points, assist points, points sensitive to f/2.8 – what do manufacturers mean by all these terms? Matt Golowczynski explains...
What is… Image Noise? [video]
2016-03-30
Matt explains what image noise is and how you can tackle it...
What is… Depth of Field? [Video]
2016-03-23
This week Matt tackles depth of field – what it is and how it changes an image...
The Photographer’s Guide to Paris
2016-03-19
Paris’s highlights are well known but which are worth visiting for photographers? Matt Golowczynski shares his favourites and offers tips on photographing them....
Wacom Cintiq 27QHD – the ultimate creative editing tool?
2016-03-17
The Wacom Cintiq 27QHD is a high-res pen display, for people who want maximum control over their creations. Matt G explores its capabilities...
What is… Colour Management?
2016-03-09
Matt tackles colour management, explaining what it means and how it can improve your final results...
Top 5 Reasons to Go Full Frame
2016-03-05
Full-frame cameras are the choice of many, but what do you gain by upgrading to one? Matt Golowczynski examines five reasons to go full frame....
What Is… Crop Factor? [video]
2016-02-24
We explain how crop factor works in our ‘What Is?’ video series...
Lens Glossary
2016-02-24
Flummoxed by focal lengths? Baffled by bokeh? Matt’s comprehensive lens glossary explains all the technical terms surrounding lenses...
What Is … 4K? [video]
2016-02-17
Wex explains the ins and outs of 4K video in the latest of our “What Is … ?” video series....
Pentax K-1 Hands-on Review
2016-02-17
Matt Golowczynski got to spend some time with a pre-production sample of the full-frame Pentax K-1 – here’s what he made of it....
Hands on with the Nikon D500
2016-01-30
The new Nikon D500 is likely to be one of the most popular cameras for few years to come, thanks to its impressive specs. Matt Golowczynski runs through some of its key features....
Fuji X-Pro2 announced
2016-01-15
Fujifilm has confirmed an update to its successful X-Pro1 compact system camera, the X-Pro2....
Fuji X-Pro2 – Ten Key Features
2016-01-15
Like the look of the Fuji X-Pro2? We’ve cherry-picked ten of the most important points of the new release to tell you all you need to know about this latest model....
A complete guide to setting up a new camera
2016-01-01
New year, new camera? Whether it’s a compact, Compact System Camera (CSC) or a DSLR you’ll get much more out of it if you set it up correctly before you start using it. Here’s how you do it....
DxO One Review
2015-12-21
The DxO One camera tethers to an iPhone, boasts a large sensor and supports Raw capture, but does it do enough? Matt Golowczynski finds out...
10 Photography Gifts for Under £60
2015-11-26
You don’t need to spend a fortune to treat the photographer in your life this Christmas. Check out these ten great photographic gifts for less than £60....
Canon EOS 5DS R Review
2015-10-22
The 50.6MP Canon EOS 5DS R promises maximum resolution for those who need it, but how does it fare out in the field? Matt Golowczynski takes it for a test drive in our review...
Churches, Temples and More: How to Photograph Religious Buildings
2015-10-05
The ornate and beautiful architecture of places of worship can make for some stunning photographic opportunities. Here’s how to make the most of them....
Ricoh GR II Review
2015-09-18
You certainly can’t accuse Ricoh of rushing the GR II, with fans of the original compact waiting two years for an update. Matt Golowczynski finds out if the wait was worth it…...
What You Need to Know: Ricoh GR II
2015-09-07
Matt Golowczynski takes you through everything you need to know about the Ricoh GR II, the high-res compact ideal for travel and street photography....
7 Travel Photography Mistakes and How to Fix Them
2015-09-07
Everyone’s probably come home from holiday with photos that aren’t as good as they could have been. Let Matt Golowczynski be your guide as he runs through the seven most common travel photography......
Lomography Petzval Review
2015-05-19
A wide-aperture portrait lens encased in a 19th-century brass body, the Lomography Petzval lens stands out in more ways than one. See what we think of it in our Lomography Petzval review....
Fuji X-T10 announced
2015-05-18
Fujifilm has added a new member to its acclaimed X series of mirrorless cameras, the Fujifilm X-T10....
Fuji X-T10: Hands-on review
2015-05-18
We got to spend a few days with a pre-production sample of the new Fujifilm X-T10 – see what we think of it in our hands-on review....
Fuji X-T10 vs X-T1: 27 Key Differences
2015-05-18
Fujifilm’s X-T10 shares many commonalities with the existing X-T1 but there are many changes too. We dig deep to find out main differences between the Fuji X-T10 and the X-T1....
Pentax K-3 II announced
2015-04-22
Ricoh Imaging has announced the Pentax K-3 II DSLR, an upgraded version of the flagship K-3 model....
Lensbaby Velvet 56 Review
2015-04-07
The new Lensbaby Velvet 56 arms portrait and macro photographers with something a little different from the norm. We take it for a spin in our review....
The Photography Show 2015: Our highlights
2015-03-23
The Photography Show returned to Birmingham this weekend, and we popped in to check out what each manufacturer had on offer on their stand....
How to pick the best camera for holidays and travelling
2015-03-17
Planning a trip and want to return with excellent images as your souvenirs? Matt explains how to pick the best camera for travelling or going on holiday....
Interview: Martin Le-May, photographer of ‘woodpecker-riding weasel’ image
2015-03-12
Amateur photographer and Wex customer Martin Le-May talks to us about the reaction to his image of a weasel riding a woodpecker, as well the gear he uses....
What is … a lens hood?
2015-03-10
They come bundled with many new lenses but they’re more often than not simply left in the box. So what do lens hoods do? And why would you need to use one?...
Nikon D7200 announced
2015-03-02
Nikon D7200 arrives to head up the company's DX range of DSLRs. Read on to find out what's new....
How to Master Image Stabilisation [video]
2015-02-28
In this video we explain when to use (and when not to use) image stabilisation, and also show you a couple of tricks for extra stability....
What is … dynamic range?
2015-02-24
You’ve probably heard of the terms dynamic range, wide dynamic range and high dynamic range (HDR) but what do they all mean? Matt Golowczynski explains dynamic range....
Canon EOS 5DS vs 5D Mark III: 22 Key Differences
2015-02-11
Want to know how the Canon EOS 5DS compares with the popular EOS 5D Mark III? Check out our handy Canon EOS 5DS vs 5D Mark III comparison table....
Olympus OM-D E-M5 II: Hands-on review, video and gallery
2015-02-05
We got our hands on a sample of the new Olympus OM-D E-M5 II. Read what we think about it and check out our video of the new camera....
Olympus OM-D E-M5 II announced
2015-02-05
The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II arrives with a 40MP composite shot mode and the ‘world’s most powerful in-body five-axis IS system’. Read on to find out what else is new....
Photography Lens Guide: Lens Types Explained
2015-01-22
Don't know your macro from your mirror lens? Wondering at what point a wide-angle lens becomes a standard lens? Read on for our guide to different lens types....
How to Master Drive Modes on Your Camera [video]
2015-01-17
From single-frame shooting and using the self-timer option to shooting bursts of images and more, check out our latest video to master your camera's drive modes. ...
Fuji X-A2: New CSC with 175° tilting LCD and revised kit lens
2015-01-15
The most junior model in the company's CSC line, the Fuji X-A2 features a selfie-friendly LCD screen and a new kit optic. ...
Fancy photographing at the London Fashion Weekend?
2015-01-10
Want to photograph a show at the London Fashion Weekend? We're giving away a limited number of places to do just that!...
How to Master White Balance [video]
2015-01-09
In this video, we show you how to master the white-balance settings in your camera for accurate colour in a range of situations....
CES 2015: Nikon D5500 announced
2015-01-06
Nikon has refreshed its DSLR stable with the Nikon D5500. Read on to find out what's new....
How to Master Noise Reduction in Your Camera [video]
2015-01-02
In this video, we show you how to master the noise reduction settings in your camera for the best image quality in different situations....
Have you got what it takes to be the Wex Photographer of the Year 2015?
2014-12-31
Our Wex Photographer of the Year competition is back for 2015 - and it's bigger than ever. Have you got what it takes to win?...
How to Boost Your Camera’s Performance [video]
2014-12-26
Learn how to improve battery life, shoot faster and make your camera work better for you in our latest video....
How to Photograph Architecture [video]
2014-12-19
Architecture is all around us but how exactly do you go about photographing it? Matt shares a few tips in this video guide....
How to Take Black and White Photos [video]
2014-12-13
Keen to enhance your black and white photography? Amy explains how to take great B&W shots, exploring camera settings, lighting, subject choice, filters, processing and more....
What is… an anti-aliasing filter?
2014-12-10
Anti-aliasing – or ‘low-pass’ – filters have long featured in digital cameras, but many recent models eschew these. Matt Golowczynski explains their pros and cons....
How to Take Your Best Macro Photographs Yet [video]
2014-12-05
Want to learn how to take pin-sharp macro images? In this video we show you how, from using the right equipment and technique through to the finished result....
How to Choose the Right Macro Lens: An Introduction to Lenses, Part 2 [video]
2014-12-02
Getting to grips with glass? Matt from Wex explores macros lenses, delving into their uses and explaining how to choose the best one for your needs....
Zoom vs Prime: An Introduction to Lenses, Part 1 [video]
2014-11-20
Getting to grips with photography? Thinking of buying your first lens? Matt from Wex compares prime and zoom lenses, exploring the benefits and limitations of each....
How to Use Your Camera: Part 10 – How to Use a Tripod [video]
2014-11-13
Just bought your first camera? Getting to grips with photography? In this video, Matt shows you how to use a tripod correctly....
What is… inner focus?
2014-11-11
Inner focus, or internal focus, may sound like a gimmick but it presents the photographer with a wealth of advantages. Matt Golowczynski explains why....
How to Use Your Camera: Part 9 – Understanding Your Viewfinder [video]
2014-11-06
Just bought your first camera? Want to learn about its settings so you can start taking photographs? Matt takes you through the viewfinder....
What is… bracketing?
2014-11-04
Bracketing is a useful way to get the shot you want in camera, without recourse to editing in software. Matt Golowczynski explains when to use it....
Canon EOS 700D walkthrough [video]
2014-11-03
Fancy seeing the Canon EOS 700D in action? We take a closer look at its various features in our video walkthrough....
What is… AE Lock and AF Lock?
2014-10-31
Ever wonder what the Auto Exposure-Lock (AE-L) and Auto Focus-Lock (AF-L) controls do on your DSLR? We explain all......
How to Use Your Camera: Part 8 – Understanding Exposure Compensation [video]
2014-10-30
Just bought your first camera? Want to learn about its settings so you can start taking photographs? Matt takes you through the basics of exposure compensation....
How to Use Your Camera: Part 7 – Understanding Focusing Modes [video]
2014-10-23
Just bought your first camera? Want to learn about all the important settings so you can start taking photographs? Matt takes you through the basics of focusing modes....
How to Use Your Camera: Part 6 – Understanding ISO [video]
2014-10-16
Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of the ISO setting, also known as sensitivity....
What Is... An Aspherical Element?
2014-10-15
Aspherical elements are used widely inside lenses to help improve image quality – Matt Golowczynski explains why....
How to Use Your Camera: Part 5 – Understanding Metering Modes [video]
2014-10-09
Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of metering modes....
What is… exposure compensation?
2014-10-07
In the first of a brand new series of articles, we explain how to use exposure compensation and when you may find it useful....
Win Wex vouchers with our Brighton Photo Biennial 2014 competition!
2014-10-03
Tweet your best images on the theme ‘Communities, Collectives & Collaboration’ and win up to £100 worth of Wex vouchers!...
How to Use Your Camera: Part 4 – Understanding Shutter Priority [video]
2014-10-02
Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of the shutter-priority mode....
How to Use Your Camera: Part 3 – Understanding Aperture Priority [video]
2014-09-25
Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of the aperture-priority mode....
Panasonic LX100 – Photokina 2014 [video]
2014-09-23
We caught up with Panasonic to find out more about the new Panasonic LX100. Watch our video to discover all about this powerful addition to the Lumix range....
Fuji X100T, X-T1 Graphite Silver and XF lenses – Photokina 2014 [video]
2014-09-22
Fujifilm spoke to us about its latest X100T and X-T1 Graphite Silver models at this year's Photokina fair, and also gave us a taste of what's to come in 2015......
Canon Stand Report – Photokina 2014 [video]
2014-09-20
Canon's stand at this year's Photokina fair had interesting products and entertaining displays in equal measure - check out our video report. ...
How to Use Your Camera: Part 2 – Understanding The Mode Dial [Video]
2014-09-18
Just bought your first camera? Matt takes you through all the basics to help you get the most out of your camera, here focusing on the mode dial....
Nikon Stand Report – Photokina 2014 [video]
2014-09-18
We dropped by the Nikon stand at this year's Photokina fair in Cologne, Germany - check out our video to see what we saw....
Canon EOS 7D Mark II announced [video preview]
2014-09-15
Canon has refreshed its enthusiast DSLR line with the Canon EOS 7D Mark II, its flagship APS-C DSLR. Read about what’s new and check out our video preview....
Samsung NX1 unveiled: 28MP Compact System Camera with 4k video recording
2014-09-15
Samsung has revealed its flagship NX1 mirrorless model, with a 28MP APS-C sensor, 15fps and 4k video. Check out what else is new and our hands-on body tour....
Canon EOS 7D vs 7D Mark II : 23 Key Differences
2014-09-15
Want to know how the Canon EOS 7D II compares with its predecessor? Check out our handy Canon EOS 7D vs 7D Mark II comparison table....
Nikon D750: Full-frame DSLR announced [video preview]
2014-09-12
Nikon rounds up a host of clever technologies for its latest full-frame DSLR. We find out what's new and get our hands on one in our video preview....
How to Use Your Camera: Part 1 – Setting Up [video]
2014-09-11
Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? In the first of a ten-part video series, Matt takes you through setting it up for the first time....
Fuji X100T announced: New X-series compact with ‘world’s first’ electronic rangefinder
2014-09-10
The Fuji X100T follows the company's X100 and X100S models, and arrives with the 'world's first electronic rangefinder'. Read on to see what else is new.......
Fuji X-T1: New Graphite Silver edition unveiled
2014-09-10
Fuji has announced a Graphite Silver version of its popular X-T1 model, which arrives with a handful of adjustments over the existing black version....
Introduction to Cameras: How to Choose the Right Camera for Your Needs [Video]
2014-09-04
Thinking of buying your first camera? Matt Golowczynski helps you choose the best camera for your needs....
Introduction to Cameras: DSLR vs Compact vs Mirrorless [Video]
2014-08-28
Thinking of buying your first camera or upgrading from your current model? Matt Golowczynski looks at the differences between DSLR, compact and compact system cameras (CSCs), exploring the benefits an...
Pentax K-S1 announced
2014-08-27
Pentax K-S1: New K-series DSLR with a 20MP sensor and 'body illumination interface system'...
8 things I love about the Ricoh GR
2014-08-20
Matt Golowczynski has spent the past year getting to know the ins and outs of his Ricoh GR. Here, he lists his eight top reasons why it’s become his everyday camera of choice. ...
Fuji X30 hands-on review: New enthusiast compact with high-resolution EVF
2014-08-20
Fujifilm has added a new member to its acclaimed X series of compact cameras, the Fuji X30....
Five quick ways to inject new life into your photography
2014-08-17
Need to get your photography moving again? Here are five tips to help inspire you....
Shoot a show at the London Fashion Weekend!
2014-08-04
Fancy shooting a fashion show at the upcoming London Fashion Weekend? We’re giving you the opportunity to do just that!...
How to photograph live performances
2014-07-07
Fancy photographing a gig, festival or a theatrical production? Matt Golowczynski shares a few tips on how to get started and what camera settings to use....
Nikon D810 hands-on review: “The highest image quality in Nikon’s history”
2014-06-26
The new Nikon D810 builds on the success of the previous D800 and D800E models with a variety of improvements....
7 more simple ways to take better holiday photos
2014-06-25
Last year we showed you seven simple ways to take better holiday photos - and now we're bringing you seven more!...
Superzoom compacts: Which is the best?
2014-06-18
Need a pocket camera with an all-encompassing zoom? We review the Canon SX700 HS, Nikon S9700, Panasonic TZ60 and Sony HX60 to find the best camera for you....
Panasonic FZ1000: World’s first compact with 4K video recording
2014-06-12
12 June 2014: New FZ1000 model combines large sensor with superzoom optic and 4K video recording....
Interview: Canon talks to Wex about the EOS 6D
2014-05-27
Thinking about going full frame? The Canon EOS 6D is currently the most affordable full-frame DSLR. David Parry from Canon UK tells us what makes it special....
Five In Focus: Future Radio Interview (listen)
2014-05-08
8 May 2014: Listen to an interview with photographers Peter Everard Smith and Paul Bayfield ahead of the Five In Focus exhibition in Norwich....
Shoot the finale of the Norfolk & Norwich Festival 2014 with Wex!
2014-04-23
The finale of this year's Norfolk & Norwich Festival promises to be a dazzling mixture of acrobatics and light displays – and you could be photographing it!...
Sony A7s: New full-frame CSC with 4K capabilities
2014-04-07
7 April 2014: Sony has unveiled the A7s, a full-frame mirrorless model which promises "extraordinary sensitivity, low noise and spectacular 4K video quality"....
Perfect composition: 7 tips to improve your images
2014-03-21
Wonky horizons? Framing a little off? There are many reasons why your composition may not be quite right - here are seven great tips to make sure you get it spot on!...
Win a chance to shoot at this year’s Norfolk & Norwich Festival!
2014-03-17
Fancy shooting a live show at this year's Norfolk & Norwich Festival and getting expert advice as you do? We have ten places up for grabs!...
The Photography Show: Our highlights
2014-03-07
7 March 2014: We popped up to Birmingham for ‘The Photography Show’ this week, a brand new event packed with the latest products, inspiring talks and lots to shoot. Here are our highlights!...
Nikon D4S: what’s new and body tour
2014-02-27
27 February 2014: We spent some time with the new Nikon D4S to find out more about its new and improved features. Find out what's new and why Nikon changed what it did from the D4. ...
Nikon D4S officially announced
2014-02-25
25 February 2014: Nikon has finally announced the full specifications of its flagship DSLR, the Nikon D4S. Find out what's new and improved right here....
Canon EOS 1200D and Powershot G1 X Mark II: hands-on review
2014-02-12
12 February 2014: With the new Canon EOS 1200D, Canon updates its most junior DSLR proposition. We got to play with one last week to find out more about what it offers the beginner....
Sony a6000 and Cyber-shot compacts announced
2014-02-12
12 February 2014: Sony has refreshed its Alpha line up with the a6000, a highly-specified Compact System Camera with a 24.3MP APS-C sensor and an electronic viewfinder....
Google+ February Photography Competition
2014-02-03
Thanks to everyone who entered the January Google+ competition with the theme Depth of Field. This month's theme is 'Shooting Down Low'....
Olympus OM-D E-M10: third OM-D model launched plus hands-on review
2014-01-29
29 January 2014: Olympus’s new OM-D E-M10 is the smallest and lightest digital OM-D to date. Find out what the camera offers and read our hands-on review of the new model....
Fuji X-T1: hands-on review
2014-01-28
28 January 2014: Fujifilm has revealed its latest X-series camera, the Fuji X-T1. We got to play with it last week and have prepared a hands-on review - read on and see what we think!...
8 ways to get completely different images
2014-01-16
Images all look the same? Need some inspiration? Inject new life into your photography with these eight great ideas....
Nikon D4S specs - what would you like to see?
2014-01-11
11 January 2014: What would you like to see in the flagship Nikon D4S?...
CES 2014 roundup: The cameras and lenses from this year's show
2014-01-10
10 January 2014: This year's International CES show in Las Vegas saw new cameras and lenses from a range of manufacturers. Here, we've rounded up all the main releases....
Win £1000 worth of Wex Photographic vouchers with #WexMondays!
2014-01-06
Have you got what it takes to be the Wex Photographer of the Year 2014? Battle it out with fellow photographers for your chance to win £1000 worth of Wex vouchers!...
Fuji S1, X100s black and further compacts announced
2014-01-06
6 January 2014: Fujifilm has revamped its compact line with the "world’s first weather-resistant bridge camera", the Fuji S1, as well as a black version of its X100s among others models....
Google+ January Photography Competition
2014-01-03
Thanks to everyone who entered the December Google+ competition with the theme Creative Blur. We'll be going over your entries to find our favourites shortly. On to January's theme......
6 free ways to boost your camera's performance
2014-01-01
From speeding up image processing times to maximising battery life, here are six ways to boost your camera's performance that won't cost you a penny....
Wex Photographic Christmas Show competition - winner announced!
2013-12-04
Did you win our Christmas Show competition? Read on and find out......
Google+ December Photography Competition
2013-11-29
Thanks to everyone who entered the November Google+ competition with the theme 'The Sea'. On to December's theme......
Wex Photographic commended by readers of Which? magazine
2013-11-18
18 November 2013: Wex Photographic has been praised for its online store and service by the readers of Which? magazine....
Interview: Ki Price, editorial photographer
2013-11-18
London-based editorial photographer Ki Price talks to us about the gear he uses and passes on a few things he's learnt about being a professional photographer....
Compact Camera Buying Guide
2013-11-12
Need a new compact camera but not sure what you should be looking for? Read our complete guide to find the best compact camera for your needs....
September Google+ Photography Competition Winners – Silhouettes
2013-11-11
September's Google+ competition had the theme 'Silhouettes'. We loved seeing what you all came up with but only three images could make it to the top......
The most important Compact System Cameras of 2013
2013-11-11
11 November 2013: There have been 20 Compact System Cameras released this year. Matt Golowczynski takes a look at the models which have made the greatest impression....
Nikon Df announced: hands-on review
2013-11-05
5 November 2013: Nikon has announced the Df, its lightest FX-format DSLR with a classic design. Find out what we think in our hands-on review of the new Nikon Df....
Google+ November Photography Competition
2013-11-05
The November Google+ Competition theme is 'The Sea'. Find out how to tale part and you could win up to £100 worth of Wex vouchers!...
Canon EOS 6D: Wi-Fi walkthrough
2013-11-01
1 November 2013: Canon's EOS 6D was the company's first DSLR to provide built-in Wi-Fi, In this article we take a look at the possibilities it presents for the photographer....
Olympus Stylus 1 unveiled: hands-on preview
2013-10-29
29 October 2013: Olympus has added an enthusiast superzoom camera to its line of compacts, the Olympus Stylus 1. Find out all about the new model in our hands-on preview....
Facebook September Photo Challenge Winners: Close-up
2013-10-28
This month’s competition on our Facebook page was titled 'Close-Up' - here are the winners!...
Interview: Luke Hayden, wedding photographer
2013-10-21
Luke Hayden is an Essex-based professional wedding photographer. Here, he lets us in on his technique and the gear he uses on the big day....
Fuji X-E2 announced: hands-on preview of new enthusiast CSC
2013-10-18
18 October 2013: Fujifilm's latest CSC incorporates an X-Trans II CMOS sensor, Wi-Fi and a high-resolution OLED viewfinder. Read what else is new......
Fuji XQ1 compact unveiled
2013-10-18
18 October 2013: Alongside its X-E2 Compact System Camera, Fuji has also chosen to launch a pocket-friendly enthusiast compact, the Fuji XQ1....
Nikon D5300 hands-on preview - new DSLR with Wi-Fi and GPS
2013-10-17
17 October 2013: Nikon has just announced its latest DSLR, the Nikon D5300. Read all about it here and see what we think!...
Panasonic GM1 hands-on preview: First camera in new Panasonic CSC line
2013-10-17
17 October 2013: Panasonic has announced its smallest Micro Four Thirds camera to date - see what we think in our hands-on preview!...
Nikon USB flash drive competition - the winners!
2013-10-11
Who won our Nikon mini DSLR USB flash drive competition? Find out here!...
Nikon D610 unveiled: new full frame DSLR with weather sealing
2013-10-08
8 October 2013: Nikon has announced the D610 DSLR, with a 24.3MP sensor, 39-point AF system and weather sealing....
August Google+ Photography Competition Winners – Sunrise/Sunset
2013-10-07
August's Google+ theme was Sunrise/Sunset and we had a range of fantastic entries. We finally made it down to our final three - so here they are!...
Pentax K-3 hands-on preview: new flagship DSLR and lens announced
2013-10-07
7 October 2013: Pentax has announced a new flagship DSLR, the Pentax K-3. Read our hands-on preview here....
Google+ October Photography Competition
2013-10-01
A big thank you to everyone who entered the September Google+ Competition with the theme Silhouettes. Our October competition is themed 'Black and White'....
7 common image processing mistakes - and how to avoid making them
2013-09-18
Compression artefacts? Over-sharpening? Blown highlights? Make sure you don't make these image processing mistakes! Matt Golowczynski explains how....
Fuji X-A1 announced: Fourth X-series CSC arrives
2013-09-17
17 September 2013: Fujifilm has announced its fourth X-series Compact System Camera, the X-A1....
Facebook August Photo Challenge Winners: Flight
2013-09-13
This month’s competition on our Facebook page was titled ‘Flight’. We had a record number of entries - and here are the winning three......
Hands-on preview: Olympus OM-D E-M1
2013-09-10
10 September 2013: We spent some time with the new Olympus OM-D E-M1 - read our hands-on preview to see what we think!...
Nikon P7800 unveiled: new EVF-equipped enthusiast compact
2013-09-05
5 September 2013: Nikon has announced the Coolpix P7800, a follow-up to the P7700 enthusiast compact camera....
Google+ September Photography Competition
2013-09-02
A big thank you to everyone who entered the August Google+ Competition with the theme Sunset/Sunrise. Our September competition is themed 'Silhouettes'....
Sony A3000, NEX-5T and lenses announced
2013-08-27
27 August 2013: Sony has added the A3000 and NEX-5T to its mirrorless line-up, as well as three new E-system lenses....
7 simple ways to get sharper images
2013-08-22
Even with the right shutter speed and image stabilisation enabled there are many reasons why your images may not be sharp. Here are seven things which may help you......
Canon PowerShot G16, S120 and SX510 HS announced
2013-08-22
22 August 2013: Canon has bolstered its PowerShot compact series with three new releases, including a replacement for the popular PowerShot G15....
June Google+ Photography Competition Winners: Above and Below the Waves
2013-08-16
Our June Google+ Photography Competition Winners have been revealed! The subject was Above or Below the Waves - but who won?...
Facebook July Photo Challenge Winners: Urban
2013-08-14
This month’s competition on our Facebook page was titled ‘Urban’, and we received a range of interesting images on the theme......
Nikkor 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR and SB-300 Speedlight flash announced
2013-08-06
6 August 2013: Nikon has announced the AF-S DX Nikkor 18-140mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR, as well as a new compact flashgun, the SB-300 Speedlight....
7 simple ways to take better holiday photos
2013-08-02
7 simple ways to take get the best photos on your holiday....
Superzoom compact shootout
2013-08-02
Superzoom compacts, whose appeal should be fairly self-explanatory, have become incredibly sophisticated over the last few compact generations....
Interview: Panasonic explains the Lumix GX7
2013-08-01
We caught up with Mark Baber, Assistant Product Manager for Lumix G, Panasonic UK, to talk about the new Lumix GX7....
Google+ August Photography Competition
2013-08-01
Thanks to everyone who entered the July competition with the theme Transport: From A to B! The August Google+ Competition theme will be Sunset/Sunrise....
Panasonic GX7 announced: Hands-on preview of new CSC
2013-08-01
1 August 2013: Panasonic has announced the GX7, the world's first Compact System Camera with a built-in electronic viewfinder with tilt functionality....
Panasonic FZ72: New Lumix superzoom camera with 60x optical zoom
2013-07-18
18 July 2013: Panasonic has added a new superzoom camera to its acclaimed Lumix range, the FZ72....
Facebook June Photo Challenge Winners: Texture
2013-07-17
This month’s competition on our Facebook page was titled ‘Texture’ - see the winning entries right here!...
Interview: David Parry talks about the Canon EOS 70D
2013-07-04
We spoke to Canon UK's David Parry about the new Canon EOS 70D DSLR....
Google+ July Photography Competition
2013-07-03
The July Google+ competition is 'Transport: From A to B'. It's open to interpretation, so show us up to three images of what getting from A to B means to you!...
Canon EOS 70D: New Wi-fi-ready DSLR launched + hands-on preview
2013-07-02
2 July 2013: Following the launch of the EOS 100D and EOS 700D earlier in the year, Canon has now turned its attention to its double-digit line, announcing a new EOS 70D....
Sony RX100 II: New camera unveiled plus hands-on preview
2013-06-27
27 June 2013: Sony has unveiled a follow up to its acclaimed RX100 compact, the RX100 II....
Sony RX1R: New full-frame compact announced
2013-06-27
27 June 2013: Sony has announced a new sibling to the Cyber-shot RX1, the RX1R....
Fuji X-M1 vs X-E1: Key Differences
2013-06-25
25 June 2013: We examine the differences between the Fuji X-M1 and the X-E1....
Fujifilm X-M1 announced: Third X-series model unveiled
2013-06-25
25 June 2013: Fujifilm has announced the X-M1 Compact System Camera....
Buying Guide: Compact System Cameras
2013-06-25
Everything you want to know about choosing a Compact System Camera (CSC)....
Samsung Galaxy NX launched: Hands-on first look
2013-06-21
21 June 2013: Samsung has unveiled its latest addition to its growing Compact System Camera family, the Galaxy NX....
Sony A7 and A7R – first full-frame CSCs from Sony
2013-01-16
16 January 2013: Sony has announced a brand new pair of the CSC with a difference - each incorporates a full-frame sensor. Read what else is new here......