Articles by Chris Rowlands

Formerly News Editor at Stuff, Chris now writes about tech from his tropical office. Sidetracked by sustainable stuff, he’s also keen on cameras, classic cars and any gear that gets better with age.

Articles by: Chris Rowlands

The best Canon camera for 2024: Canon's finest DSLR, mirrorless and compact models

By Timothy Coleman last updated 12 July 24

Updated Trying to find the best Canon camera for you? We've ranked our favorite models for all types of shooting situation and budget.

The best DSLR camera for 2024: top choices for photography and video

By Timothy Coleman last updated 11 July 24

Updated Welcome to our guide to the best DSLR cameras you can buy. From beginner-friendly picks to pro powerhouses, these are the best around.

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Best professional camera 2024: the 12 best workhorses for pro creators

By Timothy Coleman last updated 11 July 24

Updated In our guide to the best cameras for professionals in 2024, we round up the top workhorses from Canon, Nikon, Sony and more.

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Best point-and-shoot camera 2024: top picks for simple shooting

By Timothy Coleman last updated 10 July 24

Updated Looking for the best point and shoot camera you can buy? We've rounded up all of the top options for every budget.

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Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VIII: everything we know and what we want to see

By Chris Rowlands published 3 July 24

Everything we know about the Sony RX100 VIII, and all the features we want to see from this premium compact camera.

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Apple Vision Pro: price, release date, and everything we know about the VR headset

By Hamish Hector last updated 30 June 24

The Apple Vision Pro is the tech giant's first mixed-reality headset – here's everything we know, including its price and release date.

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Best AI art generators 2024: top tools for creating AI artwork

By Timothy Coleman last updated 28 June 24

From photorealistic images to surreal digital renderings, we've tested the best free and paid AI art generators in 2024

Best DJI drone 2024: the finest flying cameras from its impressive range

By Timothy Coleman last updated 20 June 24

Updated Which is the best DJI drone for you? Our in-depth guide pulls together all of the finest options based on our in-depth testing.

The best video camera 2024: finest choices for filmmakers and videographers

By Timothy Coleman last updated 17 June 24

Updated Looking for the best video camera? We've ranked all of the finest options you can buy in 2024, based on our in-depth testing.

Best cameras for kids 2024: the best cameras for children and teens

By Timothy Coleman last updated 10 June 24

Updated Looking for the best cameras for kids? We've tested all of the best choices for the budding creative in your life.

Best GoPro camera 2024: the finest models you can buy at all price points

By Timothy Coleman last updated 10 June 24

Updated Looking for the best GoPro? We've rounded up all the finest options here for all budgets.

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Best waterproof camera 2024: the finest cameras for underwater shooting

By Timothy Coleman last updated 7 June 24

Updated Water, drops, ice cold temperatures... the best waterproof cameras can take anything you can throw at them.

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Best cheap video camera 2024: bargain picks for every kind of filmmaker

By Timothy Coleman last updated 7 June 24

Our guide to the best cheap video cameras is here to help you find the filmmaking bargain for you and covers compact, system, action and vlogging cameras.

Fujifilm X-T50 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II: should you upgrade?

By Chris Rowlands published 16 May 24

There’s a new Fuji in town, but is it worth the upgrade? We compare the X-T50 to the X-T30 II to find out.

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Best Canon RF lenses 2024: the best lenses for Canon's mirrorless EOS R cameras

By Timothy Coleman last updated 14 May 24

Updated Whether you shoot with an APS-C or full-frame Canon EOS R camera, we've rounded up the best glass you can buy.

The best 4K camera 2024: top choices for video creators

By Chris Rowlands, Timothy Coleman last updated 26 April 24

Updated Searching for the best 4K camera? These top, affordable stars love shooting for the big screen.

We compare cameras like the Sony A6400 and Nikon D780 to settle the mirrorless vs DSLR debate

Mirrorless vs DSLR cameras: the 10 key differences you need to know

By Chris Rowlands published 20 March 24

Updated Not sure which way to go in the great mirrorless vs DSLR camera debate? Our in-depth guide has all the answers.

Pentax film camera: the latest news and rumours about the Pentax Film Project

By Chris Rowlands published 16 March 24

Pentax is releasing a new hand-winding film camera in summer 2024. Here’s everything we know about it.

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Netflix password-sharing: how the crackdown works and what it costs

By Hamish Hector last updated 20 February 24

Free Netflix password sharing is a thing of the past. Here's everything you need to know about the new rules.

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What is Google Bard? Everything you need to know about the ChatGPT rival

By Mark Wilson published 20 February 24

Updated Bard no longer exists, having been replaced by Gemini AI – but here’s all the info on what Bard was for those still curious.

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Fujifilm X100VI: all the latest rumors and what we want to see

By Mark Wilson last updated 12 February 24

The Fujifilm X100VI is close to an official launch, if the rumors are to be believed. But how might it improve on the X100V?

Just got your first DSLR or mirrorless camera? These are the best second lenses to buy to improve your photography

By Chris Rowlands published 29 December 23

Second lenses let you shoot in new ways with your camera. Here are a handful of our favorite options.

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I'm a Photoshop pro – here's how to restore your old family photos this Christmas

By Chris Rowlands published 26 December 23

From neural filters to automated scratch-removal, Photoshop has all the tools to help you restore your old family photos this Christmas.

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5 creative iPhone camera tricks that'll impress your family this Christmas

By Chris Rowlands published 23 December 23

From double exposures to 3D visuals, these festive photography ideas require only the iPhone in your pocket.

Canon EOS R1: everything we know so far

By Mark Wilson last updated 28 November 23

Updated The rumored Canon EOS R1 could introduce tech that we haven't seen in a mirrorless camera before.

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