Articles by Richard Sibley, Writer

Richard Sibley is a photographer and writer passionate about travel and landscape photography. With over 15 years of experience writing and reviewing in the photo industry, he was formerly Deputy Editor at Amateur Photographer magazine and has had his words and images published in numerous other magazines and websites. Richard combines his love for photography with a deep interest in technology and gadgets. Beyond his professional pursuits, Richard embraces fatherhood and finds solace in gardening, cold plunges, long walks, and listening to podcasts. He is an aspiring minimalist, though the constant lure of new gadgets significantly challenges this ideal.

Articles by: Richard Sibley

Photo of the Kiwibit Beako smart birdfeeder camera mounted to a tree

I tested the Kiwibit Beako Smart Bird Feeder camera, and it's a polished first effort with reliable AI bird detection skills

By Richard Sibley published 9 October 25

Recommended

The Kiwibit Beako Smart Bird Feeder enhances the bird feeder camera concept by combining AI bird recognition with a 4K camera and user-friendly design features, including a removable seed caddy.

Lead image for TechRadar's round-up of the best bird feeder cameras, featuring the Birdfy Feeder 2 Duo

The best bird feeder camera in 2025: birdwatching at home

By Timothy Coleman last updated 10 July 25

Updated If you want to see which feathered friends are visiting your garden in 2025, we've reviewed the best bird feeder cameras for you

A photo of the 'Oreo' camera lens on a Sony A7 IV next to a packet of Oreo's

I took photos of the most famous painting in the world, with the worst lens I've ever used

By Richard Sibley published 14 June 25

Repurposed from a disposable camera, this viral lens is probably the worst I've ever paired with my Sony camera.

I tested Bird Buddy's Smart Bird Feeder Pro camera in my garden for six months, and its 2K video and AI smarts are some of the best I've seen

By Richard Sibley published 18 April 25

Recommended

Same housing, much improved camera and AI experience

a photo of the Akaso Brave 8 Action camera

Akaso Brave 8 review: a solid, cheaper GoPro alternative

By Richard Sibley published 9 January 25

It has nearly all of the features and accessories you would expect of an action camera, at an affordable price

A seascape of ice in Jökulsarlon, Iceland

I used Claude AI to plan a photography trip, and it's going to change the way I plan shoots forever

By Richard Sibley published 15 December 24

Vintage point-and-shoot cameras are all the rage in 2024. So what are they actually like to use?

A close up of the Birdfy Feeder 2 Duo Camera

Birdfy Feeder 2 Duo review: birdwatching just doubled its fun!

By Richard Sibley published 8 December 24

Best in Class

An AI-powered birdfeeder, now with twice as many cameras

myFirst Camera 50 in hand photo against a background of fallen leaves

myFirst Camera 50 review: child-friendly introduction to photography, video, and social media

By Richard Sibley published 15 November 24

The myFirst Camera 50 is a simple camera for older children, with fun features including image editing and sharing.

Airport security trays with items about to go through x-ray machine

How to travel with film

By Richard Sibley published 29 September 24

Make sure you get your photographic film safely back from your travels by following our complete guide to traveling with photographic film.

Image showing detail of the Leica D-Lux 8

Leica D-Lux 8 review: Leica, for less

By Richard Sibley published 13 September 24

The D-Lux 8 offers the Leica experience for an affordable price, but it's not a big upgrade over its predecessor.

This app turns my Apple Watch into a Whoop band

By Richard Sibley published 1 July 24

Homescreen heroes: Athlytic get helps you get the most from your training and recovery

Shimoda Urban Explore 25 backpack in use

Shimoda Urban Explore 25 backpack review: a feature-packed pack

By Richard Sibley published 8 June 24

Stylish and packed with great features for tech heads and urban photographers

an image of the Lomography Lomomatic 110 film camera

Lomography Lomomatic 110 review: Brand-new 50-year-old technology

By Richard Sibley published 24 April 24

The Lomography Lomoatic 110 is a 110-film camera that's simple to load and use.

This app helps me learn to chill like a true Zen Master

By Richard Sibley published 2 March 24

Homescreen heroes: The Way takes meditation beyond mindfulness

I played a photography simulator demo and it can't hold a candle to the real thing, but the Apple Vision Pro could change that

By Richard Sibley published 12 February 24

The underlying problem with Photography Simulator is that nearly everyone can go out and take photos themselves

I replaced Doom Scrolling with shark stalking

By Richard Sibley published 10 February 24

Homescreen heroes: Shark Tracker is like Flight Radar for sharks

Corel PaintShop Pro 2023: Complete workspace

Corel PaintShop Pro 2023 review: low-cost Photoshop alternative

By Richard Sibley published 10 December 23

With new AI tools, one of Photoshop's major competitors adds to its already comprehensive suite of image-editing tools.

I wanted a smart way to lose weight and this app helps make it happen

By Richard Sibley published 2 December 23

Homescreen heroes: Zero helps you get more from intermittent fasting that just losing a few pounds

Otter AI app in use on a smartphone display, clean background

I think faster than I type but this game-changing app captures all my words

By Richard Sibley published 18 November 23

Homescreen heroes: Otter.ai can transcribe meetings, interviews, and random thoughts to save hours of typing

Endel app on phone display with finger selecting an app option

Stay calm. Stay Focused. Stay Energised. The app that tickles your brain.

By Richard Sibley published 14 October 23

Homescreen heroes: Stay calm and focused at work or leisure with the Endel app.

The Nikkor Z DX 24mm f/1.7 lens mounted on a Nikon Z fc camera sitting on top of a log with the lens hood to one side

Nikkor Z DX 24mm f/1.7 review – the perfect pocket partner

By Richard Sibley published 2 October 23

Recommended

The Nikkor Z DX 24mm f/1.7 is the first prime for Nikon's APS-C mirrorless cameras and is an ideal casual walk around lens

Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II lens attached to a Sony A7C II, outdoors on a rock

Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II review: wide-angle wonder

By Richard Sibley published 18 September 23

Editor's Choice

The second version of Sony's wide-angle f/2.8 zoom lens replaces the six-year-old original

Netvue Birdfy Bamboo bird feeder camera mounted to a brick wall

Netvue Birdfy Bamboo review: the sustainable and stylish bird feeder

By Richard Sibley published 8 September 23

The Netvue Birdfy Bamboo is a stylish and sustainable alternative based on the industry-leading Netvue Birdfy AI

Sony A7C II mirrorless camera outside on a rock with Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II lens attached

Sony A7C II review: Minor updates on the outside, big improvements inside

By Richard Sibley published 29 August 23

Recommended

Sony’s second-generation travel-friendly full-frame mirrorless camera inherits many features from the larger A7 IV, and is a big update from the A7C

Green Feathers Bird Feeder Camera attached to an outdoors shed

Green Feathers Bird Feeder Camera Bundle with WiFi Connection review

By Richard Sibley published 15 August 23

With wooden self-construct design, the Green Feathers Bird Feeder Camera Bundle is one for the DIY enthusiast

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