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

GoPro Max 360 camera on a blue background with techradar black friday text overlay

What the actual dickens? GoPro’s original 360 camera just crashed to a record-low £149

By Timothy Coleman Published

GoPro's original 360 camera, the Max, gets a huge £200 price cut, which makes it the most affordable camera of its kind.

an image of the Nextbase Piqo 1K with a TechRadar deals tag

This smart Nextbase dash cam for £55 is my expert-approved pick – it's an absolute steal

By Roland Moore-Colyer Last updated

Amazon has the Nextbase Piqo (1K) now for just £55, and I think it's a no-brainer buy. Get it while it's still in stock.

Green Panasonic Lumix S9 camera on a lime green background alongside Black Friday deals text overlay

Panasonic’s Lumix S9 is a lot of full-frame camera for your money, especially over the Black Friday sales

By Timothy Coleman Published

The Panasonic Lumix S9 can be picked up in a variety of colors and lens kits, and is aged well following firmware updates and price cuts.

Viltrox AF 28mm F4.5 lens attached to a Nikon Zf camera, over a gray background alongside Black Friday deals text overlay

Forget Sony, Fujifilm, and Nikon – this brand makes the best affordable lenses, and they're 20% off for Black Friday

By Timothy Coleman Published

Affordable Chinese lens maker Viltrox has slashed 20% off its entire range for Black Friday.

Ricoh GR IV compact camera in user's hand, with navy coat backdrop

I’ve shot over 1,000 photos with the Ricoh GR IV – here are my favorites, and one new feature stands out

By Timothy Coleman Published

The Ricoh GR IV succeeds the GR III with a new 26MP and improved five-axis stabilization, better battery life and more internal storage. But are those upgrades enough?

DJI Mini 4K drone and controller on an orange background alongside Black Friday deals text overlay

I've found your best first drone for a record-low price, the DJI Mini 4K at Amazon

By Timothy Coleman Published

DJI's best drone for most beginners hits an all-time low price on Black Friday, starting from $239 / £215

DJI Mini 4 Pro drone folded, in a hand, blue background and Black Friday deal text overlay

I'm a DJI expert, and this incredible DJI Mini 4 Pro price cut is my top Black Friday drone deal pick

By Timothy Coleman Last updated

Recently supplanted by the Mini 5 Pro, the former mini flagship drone with 4K 100fps stabilized video and omnidirectional object sensing falls to record-low price in the UK.

GoPro Max 2 camera sitting on rusty chains, alongside DJI Osmo 360 stood on a blue-painted wall

GoPro Max 2 vs DJI Osmo 360 – here’s my expert pick for the best Black Friday 360 camera deal

By Timothy Coleman Published

Both of these 360 cameras, from DJI and GoPro, are new for 2025 but have already received major price cuts to put the squeeze on the Insta360 X5. I know which one I'd now buy

DJI Osmo 360 camera in the hand, while bright blue painted wall backdrop and lowest price text overlay

DJI’s incredibly capable Osmo 360 camera drops to a GoPro-beating record-low price

By Timothy Coleman Last updated

DJI's first ever 360 camera, the Osmo 360, features a class-leading 1.1-inch sensor, and now it has a rival-beating low price of £299.

GoPro Hero 13 Black camera on a blue background with TechRadar Don't Miss text overlay

This massive price cut on the GoPro Hero 13 Black is my top pick of the Black Friday action camera deals

By Timothy Coleman Published

GoPro's flagship action camera + accessories bundle gets a major price cut, especially for shoppers in the UK.

Personalized Camp Snap camera with a name on it, with strong studio lighting and a cream colored backdrop

Need a cheap camera gift idea? My top pick is a personalized Camp Snap retro compact

By Timothy Coleman Published

Camp Snap's fabulous digital reimagining of the single-use film camera is available in multiple colorways, and now you can even give yours a name – it's a neat gift idea for budding creatives.

DJI Neo 2 selfie drone taking off from someone's hand

DJI’s Neo 2 selfie drone has one huge upgrade that easily blows its rivals out the water

By Timothy Coleman Published

The new DJI Neo 2 selfie drone shoots 4K video, takes off from the palm of your hand, weighs just 151g, and features omnidirectional object sensing.

Vibrant Northern Lights over reflected in a still river with an old bridge

Want to photograph the northern lights tonight? Here’s how to plan your trip and the best settings to use

By Timothy Coleman Published

Scientists predict the sun is entering a long-term phase of heightened activity, and today is supposedly another chance to see the northern lights.

Insta360 Ace Pro 2 action camera housed inside grip accessory and clip-on instant printer, with bright neon night lights in background

Insta360 just unveiled a bizarre cross between a GoPro and an Instax camera – and it could be the strangest camera setup of 2025

By Timothy Coleman Published

Insta360 has unveiled new accessories for its flagship action camera, the Ace Pro 2, including a photographer's grip, lenses, and an add-on instant printer

DJI Avata 2 FPV drone on gray rocks

Leaked images suggest DJI is close to launching its first 360 degree drone – and it could land before Insta360’s Antigravity

By Timothy Coleman Published

DJI is tipped to launch its first true 360 degree drone, the 8K-shooting Avata 360, and it could be available this year.

Leica Q2 Monochrom camera on a gray background

Leica’s rumored Q3 Monochrom sounds like my dream compact camera – here’s why

By Timothy Coleman Published

Leica's next rumored camera is a black-and-white only version of its premium fixed-lens Q3 compact, and it could make complete sense.

Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II lens mounted to a tripod with autumnal lake background

I tested Nikon's updated 24-70mm f/2.8 pro zoom for a month, and it's a 5-star lens by every metric

By Timothy Coleman Published

Editor's Choice

The Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II is Nikon's first second-gen Z-mount lens, with a new optical design, slimmer profile and internal zoom – but is it a big enough upgrade to tempt owners of the original?

Kodak Charmera keyring camera in all six colorways, with high key lighting

Kodak's trending Charmera keyring camera is a great gift idea – I'd preorder the 'blind box' now and hope it lands in time for the holidays

By Timothy Coleman Published

Kodak's Charmera digital keyring camera comes in a 'blind box' in any one of six colorways, and costs just $30 / £30, which makes it a great gift idea.

Canon EOS R6 Mark III camera

The Canon EOS R6 III screams ‘sensible upgrade’ for pro hybrid shooters – and that should worry Sony and Nikon

By Timothy Coleman Published

A 32MP stabilized sensor and 7K open gate video look like a winning combo

Canon RF 45mm F1.2 STM lens in the hand, attached to a Canon camera

Forget cheap Chinese lenses – Canon just launched a surprisingly affordable f/1.2 prime of its own

By Timothy Coleman Published

Canon has unveiled its first-ever 'non-professional' f/1.2 prime lens, the affordable and lightweight RF 45mm F1.2 STM.

The silhouette of a Canon camera, mounted to a tripod, with mountainous blue hour backdrop

Canon just teased its next mirrorless camera and it's coming in two days – here's what to expect

By Timothy Coleman Published

Canon's next mirrorless camera lands on November 6 – here's what we can learn from the product teaser.

Panasonic Lumix S1 II mirrorless camera held up to photographer's eye

The Lumix S1 II just took top spot in our video cameras guide, surpassing Canon, Sony and Nikon rivals – here's why

By Timothy Coleman Published

Superb handling, incredible video quality – Panasonic's 6K powerhouse is the complete package

DJI Mini 5 Pro and DJI Mini 4K drones held by side by side

I tested the DJI Mini 5 Pro for a month, and it rightly takes top spot in our drones guide – here’s why

By Timothy Coleman Published

The DJI Mini 5 Pro now sits in top spot of TechRadar's best drones guide. Here's what makes the mini drone so special

DJI Mini 5 Pro in flight with trees in the background

DJI Mini 5 Pro review: raises the bar for beginner drones, with a potential catch

By Timothy Coleman Last updated

Editor's Choice

Top quality, but there's a weighty issue at hand...

Leica M EV1 camera in user's hands, autumn leaf backdrop

Leica’s new M EV1 is a dramatic break from tradition, but I’d still pick this rival Leica over it every time

By Timothy Coleman Published

Does Leica's new M EV1 offer the best of the Leica M11 and Leica Q3 worlds, or the worst?

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