Timothy Coleman

Timothy Coleman

Cameras Editor

As Cameras Editor, Tim looks after all camera content at TechRadar. This includes news, reviews, features and buying guides, and covers anything from mirrorless cameras to film and smartphones. He loves observing the advances in camera technology, putting the latest and greatest cameras through their paces, and projecting where cameras could go next.

A first class Bachelor of the Arts in Photography, Tim has been a tech journalist for much of his professional career, working for titles such as Amateur Photographer, Digital Camera World and Pocket-Lint.

Directly prior to joining Tech Radar in 2023, Tim worked in video production with Studio 44 for clients including Canon, and offers his wealth of technical and creative knowledge in photography and video. He also values telling stories that matter, to change lives - the mantra of a diverse stories team based in Nairobi, Kenya which he co-founded.

Tim the person is a keen creative, avid runner, occasional footballer and moderate flat white drinker who has lived in East Africa and believes we have much to enjoy and learn from each other.

Articles by: Timothy Coleman

Photographer and tech journalist Tim Coleman holding the Sony RX10 V bridge camera up to his eye in a nature reserve, with dramatic clouds behind him
I took over 1,000 shots with the Sony RX10 V across my kid’s sports day, a bird photography trip and more – here’s how Sony’s surprise new superzoom performed

By Timothy Coleman

Recommended

Sony revives its bridge camera range with a surprise addition, and I predict it'll be a popular all-in-one camera.

Nikon Z6 III camera in the hand with no lens attached and full-frame sensor on display
The best mirrorless cameras: I've tested the latest Sony, Canon, Nikon models and more

By Timothy Coleman

Updated My best mirrorless camera guide will help you find the perfect pick for you today, whatever your budget or shooting style.

DJI Osmo Pocket 4 vlogging camera with natural background at golden hour, and the user in the frame of the screen
The best vlogging cameras: we've tested top choices for content creators

By James Capell

Updated My guide to the best cameras for vlogging rounds up all of our top picks for on-the-move video creators, at all price points.

Thousands of bright red chilli peppers are harvested in the hot sun before being sorted ready to be delivered to spice companies in the Sariakandi, Bogura, Bangladesh.
This vibrant bird’s-eye view of a chili farm in Bangladesh just won a major aerial photography award — and it was captured with a DJI Mavic 4 Pro

By Timothy Coleman

Aerial shots hotter than a bird's eye chili

Bird on a branch, its beak is open in bird song
An update to the popular Merlin Bird ID app will turn millions of birdwatchers like me into citizen scientists — doing your bit for bird conservation efforts just got easier

By Timothy Coleman

Integration with the leading eBird biodiversity database could be a huge boost for monitoring bird populations

The Fujifilm X-T5 camera on a cafe table next to a bright red coffee cup (left), the Nikon ZR camera in a SmallRig cage, with user holding the kit by the top handle, outdoors (right)
What's happened to Nikon and Fujifilm in 2026? Why they haven't launched any cameras yet — and what I expect to see later this year

By Timothy Coleman

Nikon and Fujifilm have been awfully quiet in 2026 — here's what I expect to happen next.

The top of a Dyson HushJet Mini Cool fan next to a hand holding the Oppo Find X9 Ultra, next to two hands holding a Sony A7R VI
The best tech of 2026 so far — the 21 finest gadgets we've tested this year

By Mark Wilson

TechRadar has spent days testing 639 products across phones, TVs, laptops, cameras, smartwatches and more in 2026. These are the best ones we've reviewed so far this year.

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The Sony RX10 IV bridge camera in person's hands, alongside a silhouette of an upcoming RX10 camera, teased by Sony
Breaking: Sony is launching a new RX10 bridge camera next week! Here's what we can learn from the shock teaser

By Timothy Coleman

Sony just teased a new RX10 camera, announcing: 'The wait is over'. For clarity, its most recent bridge camera was the RX10 IV, which landed in 2017 and is now discontinued

Three lenses from left to right; Viltrox AF 28mm F4.5 in user's hand, Sony 100mm F2.8 GM OSS macro lens attached to Sony camera held by photographer, Close up of the Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Your camera deserves great glass — here are 5 of the best new optics I've tested in 2026, from Canon, Sony, Nikon and more

By Timothy Coleman

I get just as excited about new lenses as I do about new cameras, and these 5 new optics for 2026 were a real treat to review.

A Hasselblad camera in photographer's hands, alongside a Macbook with the Capture One software on the display
Hasselblad fans can now ditch Adobe for good — as Capture One support makes its cameras much more appealing for pros

By Timothy Coleman

For commercial and professional photographers, the partnership between these two Scandinavian-based companies had to happen.

Photographer and tech journalist Tim Coleman in a trio of images holding different cameras in outdoor locations, from left to right with the Sony A7R VI, Lumix L10 and Oppo Find X9 Ultra
I test camera gear for a living — here are the 5 standout models for 2026 so far, from Sony, Lumix and more

By Timothy Coleman

I look back at the best cameras I've reviewed so far this year, and select my personal 5 favorites.

Heipi 3-in-1 Travel Tripod W28S folded away, in the hand
The best travel tripod: finest lightweight supports for your camera

By Timothy Coleman

Buying guide Lightweight, strong and compact, we rank the best travel tripods you can buy right now.

Sony FE 70-200mm F4 Macro G OSS II lens in the hand attached to Sony A6700
Best Sony lenses: we've tested top lenses for Sony mirrorless cameras

By Timothy Coleman

Updated If you've got a Sony mirrorless camera, these are the lenses you need to know about.

Man in bright summer short and shades, in an old town on a sunny day, holding the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P vlogging camera
I took the DJI Pocket 4P travelling — here are my favorite vlogging clips so far, including slow motion, the new 60mm lens, and DLog2 color profile

By Timothy Coleman

I've been testing DJI's upcoming Pocket 4P and can share sample footage taken with the dual-lens vlogging camera ahead of its release.

Man holding the Insta360 Luna Ultra vlogging camera on a sunny day in a old town
I tested the Insta360 Luna Ultra for a month — now I can’t go back to single-lens vlogging cameras

By Timothy Coleman

Recommended

Look out DJI — the Insta360 Luna Ultra is an 8K compact vlogging camera with dual lenses and an innovative detachable OLED touchscreen and control module, plus a host of high-end video features.

Best Canon RF lenses
Canon is tipped to unveil multiple world-first lenses this year — these are the rumored RF lenses to look out for, and your chance to vote for your favorite

By Timothy Coleman

Canon is being tipped to release several pro primes and zoom lenses in 2026. These are the lenses to look out for, and how to have your say on which ones excite you the most.

The Canon EOS R10 camera sitting on a wooden bench
The best camera for beginners: your photography journey starts here

By Timothy Coleman

Updated Looking for the best camera for beginners? I've rounded up all of the finest smartphone-beating models here.

Canon EOS R100 camera in the hand
The best cheap cameras: I've tested the finest budget cameras you can buy today

By James Capell

Updated Looking to avoid paying top dollar for the latest snappers? These are the best cheap cameras around right now.

DJI Osmo Pocket 4P vlogging camera in black and white versions, infront of a strip of studio light
DJI Pocket 4P revealed in full — now we know exactly how the dual-lens vlogging camera compares to the Pocket 4 and Insta360 Luna Ultra, and DJI might be going hard on pricing

By Timothy Coleman

DJI has fully revealed its first dual-lens compact vlogging camera, the Osmo Pocket 4P. Here's how it compares to the Pocket 4 and a new rival, the Insta360 Luna Ultra

Sony A1 II mirrorless camera with FE 28-70mm F2 lens, outdoors on a tripod with autumn leaves background
Best Sony camera: top choices for both stills and video

By Timothy Coleman

Updated Searching for the best Sony camera? Whether you need a full-frame powerhouse or a travel-friendly compact, we've ranked the best models in its impressive range.

A range of Kodak Charmera Millenium Edition cameras alongside the mystery box they come in and the all-six box
My favorite ‘worst camera ever' gets a Y2K makeover — meet the cutesy Kodak Charmera Millennium Edition

By Timothy Coleman

The Kodak Charmera returns in a new Millennium edition, with six new colorways equipped with additional Y2K-inspired photo filters and frames, for the same low price.

Left: Aura Frames app on a phone in person's hand, with Google Photos integration option. Right: An Aura digital photo frame on a desk
My favorite digital photo frame just got the Google Photos integration I've been waiting years for — and it's super easy to set up

By Timothy Coleman

Aura frames now work with Google Photos, iCloud, text message, Aura's app and more

DJI Pocket 3 and Insta360 Luna Ultra vlogging cameras on clean and bright studio backgrounds
DJI accuses Insta360 of 'blatantly' copying its Pocket 3 vlogging camera in new lawsuit, and demands ban on Insta360 Luna cameras. Insta360 says Luna is 'the result of years of independent R&D' and responds with countersuit

By Timothy Coleman

The DJI / Insta360 rivalry just went up a notch, with DJI accusing Insta360 of copying its Pocket 3 vlogging camera in a new lawsuit.

Enlaps Tikee Mini+ on a wall
Best timelapse cameras for construction, events or speeding up nature

By Timothy Coleman

Updated Spanning a broad range of prices and features, these are our top timelapse camera picks for you

TechRadar's Cameras Editor Tim Coleman holding the Insta360 Luna Ultra and DJI Pocket 4 compact vlogging cameras
Insta360 unveiled its dual-lens Luna Ultra 8K vlogging camera early — here’s how its pricing and handling compares to the DJI Pocket 4

By Timothy Coleman

It's not a fair fight — the heavyweight battle is still to come

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