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You can explore our most popular cameras here, including the Canon EOS 5D IV, the EOS RP and the 6D Mark II, the Sony A7R IV, A7 III and A9 II, the Nikon D850, Z6, Z7 and Z50, the Panasonic Lumix G9, GH5 and S1, and the Fujifilm X-T3 and X-T30.

 

Hands-on preview: Canon 200-400mm f4 with built-in 1.4x Extender

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30 May 2013: It's been just over two years since Canon first announced they were developing a 200-400mm lens with a built-in 1.4x extender, it's now been officially launched.  Read More

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Olympus launch the E-P5 & we get a hands-on preview!

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10 May 2013: This morning Olympus have announced the new PEN E-P5 with a distinctly retro design, which pays homage to the 1960’s classic PEN F model. Read More

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New Canon DSLRs announced + our hands-on preview!

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21 March 2013: New Canon DSLRs announced + our hands-on preview! Read More

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The Nikon D7100 + our hands-on preview!

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21 February 2013: It’s been a fairly quiet 2013 so far when it comes to camera announcements, but Nikon have thrown down the gauntlet with the announcement of the D7100 this morning. Read More

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The Gear of the Year Awards are given to the retailers and distributors are voted for by you, our devoted customers, as well as the readers of Digital Photo and Practical Photography magazines.

Read: Gear of the Year Awards 2012!

28 September 2012: The Gear of the Year Awards are given to the retailers and distributors are voted for by you, our devoted customers. Read More

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Nikon introduces the D600 to their FX line-up this morning, offering full-frame shooting for serious enthusiasts at a more affordable price and we were lucky enough to get some hands-on time.

Read: Nikon launch the D600 (and we get a hands-on preview!)

13 September 2012: Nikon introduces the D600 to their FX line-up this morning, offering full-frame shooting for serious enthusiasts at a more affordable price. Read More

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We've teamed up with Swarovski to supply pro archer Michael Peart with an optical scope worthy of a World Champion!

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9 August 2012: We've teamed up with Swarovski to supply pro archer Michael Peart with an optical scope worthy of a World Champion! Read More

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This morning Canon have launched the brand new interchangeable lens camera: the EOS M. I’ll be at Canon HQ later this morning spending some time talking to Canon and having a play with the EOS M.

Read: The Canon EOS M Mirrorless Camera: hands-on review

23 July 2012: This morning Canon have launched the brand new interchangeable lens camera: the EOS M. I’ll be at Canon HQ later this morning spending some time talking to Canon and having a play. Read More

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Bright and early this morning Canon introduced a new beginners-level DSLR to their EOS range, the 650D, and 2 new lenses to their line-up: EF 40mm f2.8 pancake lens and EF-S 18-135mm f3.5-5.6 IS lens.

Read: Canon announce the new EOS 650D & 2 new lenses!

8 June 2012: Bright and early this morning Canon introduced a new beginners-level DSLR to their EOS range, the 650D, and 2 new lenses to their line-up. Read More

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Replacing the older A35 model, the new Alpha A37 is Sony's entry-level offering in their range of SLT cameras equipped with their revolutionary Translucent Mirror Technology. 

Read: Sony launch the A37 & NEX-F3

17 May 2012: Replacing the older A35 model, the new Alpha A37 is Sony's entry-level offering in their range of SLT cameras equipped with their revolutionary Translucent Mirror Technology.  Read More

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