Matt Higgs
Matt Higgs' Bio
Matt Higgs is an internationally published photographer and experienced photography journalist based in London, UK. Matt specialises in live music, portrait and travel images, but his work covers a highly varied range of subjects (he once sent a camera into space!). His previous clients have included the BBC, Live Nation, Future Publishing and Bauer Media. More of his work can be found here: https://www.matthiggsphotography.co.uk/
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The Best Smartphone Apps for Photographers in 2018
2018-05-31
Get more from your smartphone and dedicated camera with these must-have apps...
How to Photograph Music Festivals
2018-04-18
Festival season is upon us! Take to the fields this summer and capture your best live music images yet...
Find the Best DSLR Camera for You in 2018
2018-03-15
Looking to pick up your first DSLR or upgrade your current model? We’ve selected a range of cameras to suit a variety of specialisms...
Canon Unveils the M50 — Its First APS-C Camera to Sport 4K
2018-02-23
Canon’s first 4K capable APS-C is sleek and stylish, and boasts a versatile set of features...
Canon Reveals Robotic Flashgun — 470EX AI
2018-02-23
Could this be the future of the flashgun? Canon announces the SPEEDLITE 470EX AI, with automatically adjusting head...
Canon Announces Two New Entry-Level DSLRs
2018-02-23
Looking for your first DSLR? Canon’s entry-level 2000D or 4000D could be the answer...
Fujifilm X-H1 vs X-T2 — The Differences You Need to Know
2018-02-14
Fujifilm’s freshly announced X-H1 boasts an inviting roster of new features, but how does it compare to the popular X-T2? Matt Higgs finds out...
Panasonic LUMIX TZ200 | Hands-On First Look
2018-02-12
Matt Higgs travels to Malta with Panasonic’s new premium travel zoom, the LUMIX TZ200...
Panasonic LUMIX GX9 vs GX8 —The Differences You Need to Know
2018-02-12
Panasonic has announced a new premium street camera, the LUMIX GX9. But how does it compare to its predecessor?...
11 Reasons Why Photography Is the Best Hobby Ever!
2018-02-08
The benefits are too numerous to list in full, so Matt Higgs has selected 11 of the best reasons why photography is the best hobby ever...
Olympus Announces the PEN E-PL9
2018-02-07
Olympus’ PEN E-PL9 provides an attractive option for those who enjoy the simplicity of using a smartphone, but want the control and image quality of a dedicated CSC...
CES 2018 — The Most Exciting Announcements
2018-01-11
We take a look at the most exciting announcements from this year’s CES in Las Vegas...
11 Top Camera Straps
2017-12-20
11 of the most stylish, secure and comfortable camera straps on the market...
The Best Cameras of 2017
2017-12-18
As we start the New Year, Matt Higgs selects the best camera from each of the major brand's 2017 range — which one is your favourite?...
Panasonic Lumix G9 | Wildlife Photography Field Test
2017-12-18
Matt Higgs visits Kruger National Park in South Africa to test out the Panasonic Lumix G9 for wildlife photography...
Panasonic LUMIX G9 vs GH5 – The Differences You Need to Know
2017-12-07
Can’t choose between the LUMIX G9 or GH5? Panasonic’s CSC heavyweights go head-to-head...
Sony A7R III | Hands-On Field Test – VIDEO
2017-12-05
Matt Higgs enlists the help of a fashion model to put the new Sony A7R III through its paces...
Life as a commercial fashion photographer — Dixie Dixon
2017-11-28
An insight into the successful career of commercial fashion photographer Dixie Dixon, and why she’ll always consider herself a student of photography...
Panasonic LUMIX G9 | New York Field Test – VIDEO
2017-11-20
Wex's Technical Editor Matt Higgs takes the LUMIX G9 to New York for a hands-on field test...
Panasonic 200mm f/2.8 LEICA DG ELMARIT POWER OIS Lens - First Look
2017-11-10
Are you a Micro Four Thirds photographer with a love for wildlife or sports? If so, this is the lens for you!...
Panasonic LUMIX G9 – Hands-On First Look
2017-11-08
Panasonic’s new top-of-the-range stills camera offers blistering performance speeds...
A Photographer’s Guide to Senja in Northern Norway
2017-11-01
Matt Higgs picks his favourite photography hot spots in Norway's Senja...
The Nikon D850 in Norway – Full Fjord Test
2017-10-23
Wex's Technical Editor Matt Higgs travels to Northern Norway's second largest island, Senja, for a field test of the Nikon D850....
Shoot a Smoky Abstract
2017-10-05
This rainy day project is easy to do and produces fine-art looking results. Matt Higgs explains...
Top of the Game – An Interview with Sports Photographer Bob Martin
2017-09-22
Few know sports photography like Bob Martin. We met up with him to talk photography, gear, the future and more......
Impossible Become Polaroid Originals and Reveal New Camera
2017-09-14
First they saved Polaroid’s classic 600-type film, now the company behind its phoenix-like return to popularity has given it its name back...
Fujifilm Unveils a New Mid-Level CSC – the X-E3
2017-09-07
Flagship components are packed into a compact package as Fujifilm announces its new X-E3...
Fujifilm Launches Two Lenses, X RAW Studio and X-Series Firmware Updates
2017-09-07
A raft of new products from Fujifilm this morning, including the firm’s first true macro lens, a new G-mount lens, new software and more...
Best Lenses for Music Photography (Canon, Nikon and Sony)
2017-09-06
Matt Higgs shares his favourite optics for capturing live bands...
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III Hands-On First Look
2017-08-31
Matt Higgs tests out the new Olympus OM-D E-M10 on a portrait shoot...
Nikon D850 First-Look Review – A High-Resolution Force to Be Reckoned With
2017-08-24
Wex’s Technical Editor Matt Higgs was one of the first to get hands-on with Nikon’s latest professional DSLR, the D850. Here are his initial impressions…...
Life Photographing the World’s Biggest Bands – Peter Neil
2017-08-16
U2, Queen, will.i.am, Justin Timberlake – Peter Neil has been chosen by them all to document their tours. How did he end up working with music’s biggest stars?...
What I Learned Shooting 30 Street Portraits of Strangers in Two Hours
2017-08-12
After setting himself a street photography challenge, Matt Higgs learned a few valuable lessons...
9 Myths About Becoming a Successful Photographer
2017-08-07
Matt examines the myths and misconceptions that surround the idea of being a successful photographer...
Canon Brings Its Lens-Shift Technology to a Trio of New Binoculars
2017-08-02
Get closer to your subjects with Canon’s new rock-steady binoculars...
Nikon D850 Announced
2017-07-25
On its 100th anniversary, Nikon unveils a new high-megapixel camera: the D850...
Six Quick Tips for Better Portraits
2017-07-13
Add drama and impact to your people pictures by using these simple and effective shooting techniques...
Canon EOS 6D Mark II Field Test | Festival Photography at 2000 Trees
2017-07-13
Matt puts the new Canon EOS 6D Mark II through its paces shooting live music...
Should I Buy a Canon EOS 200D or 1300D?
2017-06-29
We compare the pros and cons of two of Canon’s most affordable DSLRs: the new Canon EOS 200D last year’s EOS 1300D...
Canon EOS 6D Mark II vs EOS 6D – The Differences You Need to Know
2017-06-29
We take a look at the improvements that Canon has made to its popular full-frame model for its new release: the EOS 6D Mark II...
Canon EOS 6D Mark II and EOS 200D Announced
2017-06-29
Two new DSLRs have arrived from Canon this morning – the EOS 6D Mark II and EOS 200D...
A Buyer’s Guide to Instant Photography and Printing
2017-06-26
Embrace the fun of instant photography this summer...
Tamron Announces New 18-400mm Lens
2017-06-23
This morning Tamron unveiled a new optic available to buy from July, an 18-400mm ultra-telephoto zoom...
Life as the Official Game of Thrones Photographer
2017-06-15
From wildlings to white walkers, Helen Sloan has captured them all. We talk to her about documenting every episode of Game of Thrones...
Rotolight AEOS Review
2017-06-14
Matt tries out the Rotolight AEOS, a powerful, ultra-portable, bi-colour LED light for photo and video...
Ricoh Announces a Perfect Companion for Summer: the WG-50
2017-05-24
Waterproof, shock-resistant, freezeproof and crushproof, the WG-50 is designed for extreme situations...
Parkour Photography | Sony a9 Field Test
2017-05-17
Matt takes a parkour athlete to London's South Bank to put the Sony a9 through its paces. Check out his video review...
A Commando of the Camera World – The Olympus Tough TG-5
2017-05-17
Matt Higgs takes a look at Olympus’s new rugged compact, the Tough TG-5....
Profoto B2 Location Kit Review
2017-05-11
The Profoto B2 250 AirTTL Location Kit offers an affordable, on-the-go lighting setup. Matt tries it out on a shoot...
Lomography Announces Neptune Convertible Art Lens System
2017-05-04
Now funding on Kickstarter, Lomography's new Neptune Convertible Art Lens System looks to be another runaway success...
7 Reasons You Need to Be at the London Lens Show 2017
2017-04-26
There’s not long to go before Wex’s London Lens Show. Here’s why you don’t want to miss out...
11 Marvellous Macro Photography Accessories
2017-04-13
Reveal a world of hidden detail like never before. Matt Higgs rounds up 11 accessories ideal for the macro enthusiast…...
Nikon D7500 vs D7200: The 9 Differences You Need to Know
2017-04-12
The Nikon D7500 places many of the D500's most attractive features into a more affordable package. But how does it compare to the D7200? Matt Higgs finds out......
10 Amazing Accessories for Wildlife Photographers
2017-03-30
The best times for wildlife photography are fast-approaching. Matt Higgs picks a few accessories to raise your game...
Our Top 10 Highlights from The Photography Show 2017
2017-03-23
Matt Higgs reports from The Photography Show 2017, where he spent four days viewing the exciting products, technologies and talks on show...
7 Accessories to Take Your Portraits Further for Under £125
2017-03-06
Matt Higgs recommends some affordable accessories to transform your portraits...
Vocas – Sony FS7 II Range First Look
2017-03-03
At BVE 2017, Matt Higgs takes a quick look at some new Vocas baseplates designed specifically for the Sony FS7 II camcorder...
Our Favourite Lenses at BVE 2017
2017-03-02
Plenty of new optics made appearances at BVE 2017. Matt Higgs nominates a few standouts...
Sigma announces three Art lenses and a 100-400mm f/5-6.3 ultra-telephoto zoom
2017-02-21
Today Sigma has unveiled four brand new optics that will be available in Canon, Nikon and Sigma fits. Let’s take a look…...
Canon EOS 800D and EOS 77D Hands-On First Look
2017-02-15
Canon announces two new DSLRs – Matt Higgs takes a look in our Canon EOS 800D and 77D first look review...
Canon EOS M6 Hands-On First Look
2017-02-15
It's small, it's fast and it's very tempting indeed – the Canon EOS M6 has arrived. Matt Higgs takes a first look review...
Make a DIY Filter for Heart-Shaped Bokeh
2017-02-13
Matt Higgs explains a simple bokeh technique that's perfect for a Valentine's-themed image...
What Are the Best Website Builders for Photographers?
2017-02-03
A professional photography portfolio to show off your work is a vital step to take. Matt Higgs looks at the best portfolio website builders for photographers...
Pentax KP First Look
2017-01-25
Pentax adds a new APS-C flagship to its K-series lineup, the Pentax KP. Matt Higgs offers his first impressions of this new release...
Fujifilm X-T20 Hands-on First Look
2017-01-19
Matt Higgs takes a look at Fuji’s new 4K-shooting mid-level CSC, the Fujifilm X-T20…...
Fujifilm X100F Hands-on First Look
2017-01-19
Matt Higgs checks out the Fujifilm X100F, the latest model in the X100 series of large-sensor premium compacts...