Bright Tangerine Titan Arm 2 Ti Review: Expensive, Overkill… and Brilliant
After nearly two months of regular use, the Bright Tangerine Titan Arm 2 Ti has become far more useful than I expected. I tested it for monitor mounting, lighting, teleprompter setups and general rigging — and while it is significantly more expensive than a typical magic arm, there is a very obvious difference in quality.
Colbor CF5 for Photographers and Videographers: A Practical Review
The Colbor CF5 is a compact portable fog machine designed for photographers, videographers and content creators. It produces an impressive amount of fog for its size, comes with some genuinely useful accessories and makes adding atmosphere to a shoot surprisingly easy. It is not something I would use on every job, but for product photography, stylised portraits and more cinematic video work, it can be a very handy creative tool.
Tomtoc Aviator Sling for Photographers: T33 1.5L Review
The Tomtoc Aviator-T33 Chest Bag might not look like an obvious photography accessory, but its compact size and quick-access design make it incredibly useful. I’ve been using it as both an everyday carry sling and a small essentials bag on larger photo and video shoots.
PHOTOOLEX BB Pro Review: A Clever Backup Power System for Photographers
The PHOTOOLEX BB Pro combines a camera battery charger with a substantial portable power bank. After testing the Canon LP-E6P version for around two weeks, I think its biggest strength is simple: it gives photographers one more layer of reassurance on long shoots where running out of power simply isn't an option.
XTAR Batteries Review: Reliable Rechargeable Batteries for Video and Audio Gear
In this XTAR Batteries review, I take a closer look at the AA CLR 4300, AA LR 3000 USB-C and AAA 1620 batteries. For videographers, photographers and content creators who rely on dependable power, these are well worth considering if quality and longevity matter more than simply buying the cheapest option.
Three Pieces of Video Gear I Want to Try from NAB 2026
NAB 2026 has produced plenty of interesting new photo and video gear, but these are the three products I am most looking forward to trying: the DJI Osmo Pocket 4, RØDELink II and EIZO ColorEdge CS3200X.
How to Make the Most of Lightroom Presets | Tips for Better Photo Editing
Lightroom presets can be a bit misunderstood. Some photographers absolutely love them, some dismiss them as a shortcut, and others download a preset pack, try it once, then never really use it again. In my opinion, all of those approaches miss the point slightly.
Neewer HB80C Review: A Powerful Portable RGB COB Light for Photo & Video
The Neewer HB80C is a compact 80W RGB COB video light with a built-in battery, Bowens mount and plenty of flexibility for photographers and videographers. In this review, I take a look at its strengths, weaknesses and who it is best suited to.
The Photography Show 2026 Birmingham – My Experience at the NEC
I headed to The Photography & Video Show 2026 at the NEC Birmingham to soak up the latest gear, talks and creative inspiration. Here’s my experience from the day — and why my video is the best way to get a true feel for the event.
Birmingham Snow Photography - Storm Goretti
I love Birmingham at the best of times but give it a fresh sprinkling of snow and you have something really special. As Storm Goretti made its way across the country, countless Birmingham Photographers licked their lips at the idea of capturing some beautiful scenes of our city covered in the white stuff!