I own both the Fujifilm X-T5 and the Nikon Zf. In fact, Fujifilm and Nikon are my two main systems, and I regularly shoot with both. Over the past few months I’ve been using the X-T5 and the Zf side by side, and I know a lot of people are trying to decide which modern, … Read more
The Nikon Zf is one of the most fun cameras Nikon has made in years — and it genuinely doesn’t need much to be brilliant — but a few small additions can make it far more comfortable and practical day-to-day. After using it for real shooting (not just a quick desk test), I’ve narrowed this … Read more
Nikon might not release cameras as quickly as some other manufacturers, but what they do bring out tend to be photographers’ cameras. The current Z lineup has matured into a capable system, yet the question remains: which Nikon Z body is actually the best for photography in 2026?I own three of the main Nikon Z … Read more
As someone who has shot on every major camera system, in 2026 it’s the Nikon Z system that I believe offers the most well-rounded lens lineup available. This guide to the best Nikon Z lenses is based entirely on real use — I’ve owned every lens included here, along with others that didn’t make the … Read more
The Nikon Zf is one of the most enjoyable cameras Nikon has made in years — full-frame image quality, strong autofocus, excellent IBIS, and a shooting experience that feels more deliberate and “photographic” than most modern bodies. It’s ideal for general photography and why it featured so highly in my best cameras for family photography … Read more
Back around 2014, there was a camera that called to me in a way that very few DSLRs ever did. That camera was the Nikon DF — a full-frame DSLR that seemed to have everything I needed, wrapped in the heart and soul of a bygone era. With its stunning looks and retro dials, I … Read more
The Nikon Z6III is an incredible camera with superb image quality, build, and handling — but it can also feel complicated when you first start out. In this guide, I’m going to give you the exact settings I use as someone who shoots across multiple camera systems and has been a Nikon user for over … Read more
The Nikon Z8 is proving to be a dream camera for me — the autofocus is incredible, the handling is near perfect, and the image quality is nothing short of stunning as I found out when comparing the Z6III against the Z8. It’s also a camera that doesn’t need accessorising in the same way my … Read more
I’ve made some important decisions over the last couple of weeks — forced mainly by circumstances — but they’ve led me to a clear truth: I need to follow my instinct and my dreams. One of those decisions is that I’m now actively working towards a move back to Scotland. And with that, I’ve been … Read more
There are days when photography has nothing to do with testing gear, and everything to do with finding a little bit of quiet. Today was one of those days. I’ve been running on empty lately, and most of my time and energy has been tied up with worries about Isobelle. So this afternoon I took … Read more