Phil Hall

Phil Hall

Phil Hall is an experienced writer and editor having worked on some of the largest photography magazines in the UK, and now edit the photography channel of TechRadar, the UK's biggest tech website and one of the largest in the world. He has also worked on numerous commercial projects, including working with manufacturers like Nikon and Fujifilm on bespoke printed and online camera guides, as well as writing technique blogs and copy for the John Lewis Technology guide.

Articles by: Phil Hall

A high-end Nikon compact is still a possibility

By Phil Hall published

Having cancelled its DL range of premium compacts, could we see Nikon have another go?

X-T100 accidentally leaked by Fujifilm

By Phil Hall published

It looks like we could see a new entry-level mirrorless camera from Fujifilm very soon.

77 photography tips and tricks for taking pictures of anything

By Phil Hall, Jeff Meyer published

Updated Learn new photography techniques – and master old ones – with this essential photographer's resource.

The Lumix TS7 / FT7 is Panasonic's toughest compact camera yet

By Phil Hall published

Panasonic's latest rugged compact gets serious waterproofing and a built-in electronic viewfinder.

49 essential Canon DSLR tips and tricks you need to know

By Phil Hall published

Updated From basic stuff through to advanced shortcuts, you’ll find everything you need to take better pics with your Canon DSLR.

Pixeo will guide you to the best photo spots in the world

By Phil Hall published

Make sure you get all the best shots, wherever you're visiting, with this crowdsourced mobile location-scouting app.

Volvo XC40: Scandi cool

By Phil Hall published

Volvo turns its attention to the compact SUV sector with the distinctive yet practical XC40.

Loupedeck review

By Phil Hall published

Loupedeck is a dedicated photo-editing console for Lightroom that's designed to speed up your workflow.

PhaseOne's 100MP iXM is the ultimate eye in the sky for aerial photography

By Phil Hall published

Primarily designed for industrial use, this is PhaseOne's new 100MP drone camera.

10 reasons why your photos are blurry

By Phil Hall published

Updated Getting blurred photos but don't know why? Chances are it’s not the camera – it’s you! Here are the 10 most common reasons.

This action camera will let you see in the dark

By Phil Hall published

The SiOnyx Aurora features tech that means it'll be able to record low-light scenes 10x brighter than normal.

DxO Labs confirms bankruptcy, but there is a glimmer of good news

By Phil Hall published

Despite filing for bankruptcy, image-editing software maker DxO Labs is planning to launch an update to its Nik Collection.

This 7.3 gigapixel time-lapse panorama of London is amazing

By Phil Hall published

The world of gigapixel images and time-lapse have been fused to create the world's first 'Gigalapse' composite.

Tamron launches new standard zoom lens for Sony shooters

By Phil Hall published

The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD is the first standard zoom alternative to Sony's own lenses.

Pretend to be David Bailey with Rollei's new instant camera

By Phil Hall published

Rollei goes back to its roots with a retro-inspired instant camera that uses Fujifilm Instax Mini film.

Nikon mirrorless rumors are hotting up

By Phil Hall published

Rumors are growing that we'll soon see a full-frame Nikon mirrorless camera, with a senior Sony exec claiming the future is mirrorless.

Winners of the Food Photographer of the Year 2018 announced

By Phil Hall published

Celebrating all types of food imagery, the Food Photographer of the Year contest showcases a wide variety of work.

Peli 1510 Protector Case review

By Phil Hall published

If you want to give your camera kit the ultimate protection, the Peli 1510 Protector Case could be the answer.

Nvidia's amazing deep learning tool can reconstruct incomplete photos

By Phil Hall published

Nvidia has developed a deep learning tech that automatically reconstructs incomplete photos.

Canon's IVY mini photo printer is designed for the smartphone generation

By Phil Hall published

Canon's lightest and smallest printer yet produces 2 x 3-inch prints.

The winners of the Sony World Photography Awards 2018 are revealed

By Phil Hall published

British photographer takes top prize in the world's largest photography contest.

Keep your kit safe with two new Gitzo backpacks

By Phil Hall published

Best known for its premium camera tripods, Gitzo has just announced two new Adventury camera backpacks.

Sigma's Sony E-mount Art lenses will start shipping in May

By Phil Hall published

If you're a Sony full-frame shooter you'll soon be able buy dedicated E-mount versions of Sigma's brilliant Art lenses.

Could GoPro be about to be sold to Xiaomi?

By Phil Hall published

Yi Technology's parent company Xiaomi is rumored to be in talks to buy action cam rival GoPro.

Jupiter release of Luminar sees some 300 improvements

By Phil Hall published

The 'Jupiter' release of Luminar 2018 sees speed improvements and a host of new advanced features.

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