Articles by Sam Kieldsen

Sam has been writing about tech and digital culture for over 20 years, starting off in video games journalism before branching out into the wonderful worlds of consumer electronics, streaming entertainment and photography. Over the years he has written for Wired, Stuff, GQ, T3, Trusted Reviews and PC Zone, and now lives on the Kent coast in the UK – the ideal place for a camera reviewer to ply their trade.

Articles by: Sam Kieldsen

RIP the DJI Phantom, the drone that started it all – and got me into aerial photography

By Sam Kieldsen published 3 May 25

DJI has officially withdrawn support for the Phantom 4 Pro and Advanced, effectively retiring its venerable – and pioneering – Phantom range for good.

These handy Insta360 X5 editing tricks address my biggest problem with 360 action cameras

By Sam Kieldsen published 3 May 25

Insta360's X5 has smart software solutions for time poor or (simply plain lazy) video creators.

Fujifilm’s affordable Instax Mini 41 impressed me with its elegant design and simple operation

By Sam Kieldsen published 2 May 25

Recommended

Fujifilm's Instax Mini 41 is an impressive instant camera with elegant design, simple operation and upgraded viewfinder

I tested the Insta360 X5, and it's a best-in-class 360 action camera that shines in the dark

By Sam Kieldsen last updated 30 April 25

Best in Class

A raft of seemingly small but ultimately significant improvements make this 360 action camera the new best-in-class choice.

Left to right: The Ricoh GR III on black background, the DJI Air 3S in flight at golden hour, the Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera in the hand with 50mm lens attached

Camera rumors for 2025: new gear we're expecting soon from DJI, Sony, Canon and more

By Timothy Coleman last updated 24 April 25

The most exciting and credible camera rumors for 2025, for leading brands, in one round up.

I tested the Canon PowerShot V1, and the Sony-beating vlogging camera is almost the complete package

By Timothy Coleman last updated 23 April 25

Recommended

With a new 22.3MP 1.4-inch sensor and 3.1x zoom lens, the PowerShot V1 is a powerful vlogging camera for beginners that slips into a pocket.

Nikon Zf with Z 40mm F2 lens attached on a strap by photographer's waist

Nikon's retro Zf camera gets first major free firmware upgrade – here's which flagship features have been added

By Sam Kieldsen published 8 April 25

A free firmware update for Nikon's retro-styled full-framer brings in a host of useful features

Fujifilm unveils chic Instax Mini 41 and it fixes two of my biggest problems with instant cameras

By Sam Kieldsen published 8 April 25

Feature improvements and an aesthetic overhaul make Fujifilm's newest Instax camera a tempting buy

I wince at the prospect of the rumored Leica M11-V – here's why

By Sam Kieldsen published 28 March 25

The rumored camera will ditch the iconic rangefinder for a modern EVF, and may be lighter than most M-series models.

The Nikon Z5 II could land soon – here's what to expect from Nikon's rumored entry-level full-frame camera

By Sam Kieldsen published 25 March 25

Rumors suggest Nikon will announce a replacement for the Z5 full-frame mirrorless camera very soon.

More DJI Mavic 4 Pro leaks seemingly reveal launch date, price and key features of the triple camera drone – here's what to expect

By Sam Kieldsen published 24 March 25

Leaks claim the DJI Mavic 4 Pro drone will be released on 24 April 2025, and will be available in three different bundles.

Sirui joins L-Mount Alliance to deliver its superb budget lenses for Leica, DJI, Sigma and Panasonic cameras

By Sam Kieldsen published 21 March 25

Sirui is the latest company to join the L-Mount Alliance, joining the likes of Leica, Panasonic, Sigma and DJI

I tested the Fulaim X5M wireless mic, and found it a tempting budget alternative to the DJI Mic Mini

By Sam Kieldsen published 18 March 25

Recommended

The Fulaim X5M is a cheap wireless microphone designed for vloggers and other content creators.

The best video camera 2025: finest choices for filmmakers and videographers

By Timothy Coleman last updated 11 March 25

Updated Looking for the best video camera? We've ranked all of the finest options you can buy in 2025, based on our in-depth testing.

The DJI Mavic 3 Pro in flight over some mountains

Upcoming DJI Mavic 4 Pro premium drone could deliver new camera skills and LiDAR – here’s what the latest leaks tell us

By Sam Kieldsen published 6 March 25

A leaked render apparently showing the clear final design of the DJI Mavic 4 Pro suggests redesigned propellers are coming.

Shure's tiny MoveMic 88+ gives creators a cheap and easy way to record crystal clear audio on a smartphone

By Sam Kieldsen published 4 March 25

Shure MoveMic 88+ is a small, lightweight wireless mic designed for professional recordings via your smartphone

I've tested the Panasonic Lumix S1R II, and it beats its bulky predecessor in almost every respect

By Sam Kieldsen last updated 28 February 25

Recommended

Panasonic's full-frame flagship is a powerful, flexible and compact high-resolution camera with excellent autofocus and stabilization.

The DJI Osmo Mobile 7P is a best-in-class phone gimbal with superior tracking capabilities

By Sam Kieldsen published 18 February 25

Recommended

The DJI Osmo Mobile 7P is a compact mobile gimbal with superb stabilization and tracking abilities.

The best wireless mic for 2025: top wearable microphones for content creators

By Sam Kieldsen published 7 February 25

Buying Guide Compact, versatile and simple. We rank the best wireless mic you can buy right now.

I tested the Saramonic Ultra, and it's a wireless mic with pro audio features that undercuts DJI and Rode

By Sam Kieldsen published 5 February 25

Recommended

Pro-friendly features and an affordable price tag keep this wireless mic competitive in a crowded market.

Best phone gimbal buying guide hero image

Best phone gimbals 2025: the best mobile stabilizers from DJI, Insta360, and more

By Sam Kieldsen last updated 28 January 25

We've rounded up the best phone gimbals to keep your smartphone steady for video and photography.

Lead image for the best cheap video camera round-up, including the Sony ZV-1

Best cheap video camera 2025: bargain picks for every kind of filmmaker

By Timothy Coleman last updated 28 January 25

Our guide to the best cheap video cameras for 2025 is here to help you find the filmmaking bargain for you and covers compact, system, action and vlogging cameras.

Hohem iSteady M7 smartphone stabilizer with iPhone mounted outdoors in hand

Hohem iSteady M7 review: the heavy-duty smartphone stabilizer to beat

By Sam Kieldsen published 22 January 25

The DJI Osmo Mobile 6 is a lightweight, effective smartphone stabilizer with excellent controls and intuitive gimbal movement.

Insta360 Flow 2 Pro smartphone stabilizer on mini tripod

Insta360 Flow 2 Pro review: the best small iPhone gimbal gets an update

By Sam Kieldsen published 16 January 25

Recommended

The Insta360 Flow 2 Pro is a small, folding smartphone stabilizer with excellent build quality and tracking abilities.

Sennheiser Profile Wireless review: a well-designed DJI alternative

By Sam Kieldsen published 3 January 25

Recommended

A lean features list doesn’t stop Sennheiser's reliable and well-designed alternative to the DJI Mic 2 from impressing.

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