Articles by Peter Fenech, Writer

A man with the Kodak PixPro AZ653 bridge camera

I tested the Kodak PixPro AZ653 for several weeks, and it's the budget 'bridge' camera to beat

By Peter Fenech Published 7 September 26

I spent the last two weeks with the Kodak PixPro AZ653 superzoom (aka 'bridge') camera, and after using its 65x zoom, I'm not sure my 70-200mm pro lens will ever seem good enough again

A composite shot representing the process of creating multiple exposure images

Understanding multi-exposure photography: key terms explained, in-camera techniques, what to shoot and more

By Peter Fenech Published 12 July 26

I was sceptical at first, but multiple exposure photography is the perfect way to create abstract images that'll make your portfolio pop

A comp of the Canon EOS R1 and EOS 1DX Mark III cameras

I've tested the most advanced mirrorless cameras ever made, but I'd still choose this seven-year-old Canon DSLR any day

By Peter Fenech Published 5 July 26

The Canon EOS 1DX Mark III might be getting a little long in the tooth by digital standards, but it offers some unique advantages that the recent EOS R1 flagship simply can't match

A composite image of a graveyard with transparent cameras floating above the tombstones

Back from the dead? Not quite. I looked into who's using iconic photography brand names like Agfa, Minolta, Rollei and Yashica today — and what I discovered shocked me

By Peter Fenech Published 26 April 26

It's Minolta Jim, but not as we know it...

Two of the SJCAM SJ30 action cam on a bright yellow and orange background, one with the rear screen flipped up

A budget action cam maker you’ve probably never heard of just took on GoPro and DJI with an affordable, dual-lens 8K model that looks very tempting — but the specs ring alarm bells for me

By Peter Fenech Published 24 April 26

Budget action camera brand SJCAM has released the SJ30, the follow-up to 2024's SJ20, complete with 8K video, improved image stabilization, and a flip-type LCD screen

A man underwater with a product from the I'm Back project

‘A new way to experience film cameras’ – this digital ‘film’ roll will take just seconds to upgrade your classic 35mm film camera with an APS-C sensor, 4K video and wireless uploads

By Peter Fenech Published 13 March 26

10 years in the making: I'm Back teases its latest digital 'film' roll with an APS-C sensor and 4K video, and I'm finally convinced the concept might work — here's why

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I tested the affordable GoPro Lit Hero — and it might be the brand's most confusing action cam yet

By Peter Fenech Published 7 March 26

The GoPro Lit Hero is one of the smallest action cameras around, but the slimmed-down spec might have required a few too many compromises, even at the affordable price.

Actor Jeff Bridges with the Wideluxx camera

'The missing link between still photography and motion picture photography’ – actor Jeff Bridges loves the Widelux panoramic film camera so much, he just revived it

By Peter Fenech Published 3 March 26

Bridging the gap: A-list actor Jeff Bridges reveals the first two production cameras of his resurrected WideluxX panoramic camera line with a rotating lens

Man holding the Fujifilm X-T30 III camera up to his eye, on London street

I tested the retro Fujifilm X-T30 III and tiny new zoom lens, and the kit is a great pick for beginner photographers

By Timothy Coleman, Peter Fenech Last updated 2 March 26

Fujifilm's X-T30 III sits below the X-T50 as an entry-level mirrorless camera, with a compact retro design that includes a decent viewfinder and built-in flash.

An advert for Sonida's entry into the Micro Four Thirds Alliance

A mysterious Chinese company just teased its first cheap Micro Four Thirds camera – but don’t expect it to be an OM System killer

By Peter Fenech Published 13 February 26

Songdian is either going to be a blessing or a curse for the M43 system

An aerial shot of children on a frozen lake from the SkyPixel Awards 2026

'Incredible' photo of children studying on a frozen lake is an early front-runner for DJI and SkyPixel's $200,000 drone contest

By Peter Fenech Published 5 February 26

The SkyPixel Awards 2025/6 have not yet closed, but already the quality of entries is stunning. Leading the pack is a beautiful image of children studying on a frozen lake and it's glorious

Canon's latest PowerShot proves the compact camera isn't dead — and testing it reminded me why I got into photography in the first place

By Peter Fenech Published 3 February 26

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The Canon PowerShot Elph 360 HS A / Ixus 285 HS A appeals to the neo-retro appetite of the Tik Tok generation and it's helping to keep compact cameras alive

Casio's 'Casino Royale' watch gets a Leica-inspired makeover, and it's the ultimate budget accessory for photographers

By Peter Fenech Published 27 January 26

The Casio M-Edition watch provides Leica M-Series camera aesthetics for an affordable price

Sachtler and Manfrotto tripods on a grassy background

The best tripods: top choices for photography and video on any budget

By Timothy Coleman Last updated 26 January 26

Updated Welcome to my guide to the best camera tripods for photography and video. These high-grade legs and head kits cover every budget and shoot type, from travel to landscape, studio, and broadcasting

The Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema camera

Fujifilm’s new Super 8-style video camera is the weirdest Instax ever – but it could also be the most fun

By Peter Fenech Published 8 January 26

The Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema is the oddest-looking Instax camera yet but it's likely to prove a huge hit with the younger, retro-loving generation