Jason Parnell-Brookes

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Best film cameras 2025: the finest classic and new analog cameras you can buy

By Timothy Coleman last updated

Updated Looking to rediscover the joys of analog photography? These are the best film cameras you can buy in 2025, old and new.

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The best SD cards for 2025: top memory cards for your camera

By Timothy Coleman last updated

Updated Looking for the best SD card for your camera? We've tested and ranked all the finest ones around right now.

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How to load and use your new film camera

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Wondering how to load and use your new film camera? Our guide takes you from choosing your film to getting it developed.

The Olympus Pen EE camera on an orange and grey background

Best film camera for beginners 2022: top starter models for analogue novices

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

The best film cameras for beginners will help kickstart your analogue snapping journey. Here's our pick of the finest choices.

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How to buy a second-hand DSLR or mirrorless camera

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Fancy buying a second-hand camera but not sure how to go about it? Our guide is here to show you the way.

A hand holding the Canon EOS 80D DSLR

Cheap shots: the best second-hand DSLRs for beginners

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

In the market for a second-hand DSLR? There are definitely some bargains around for beginners – here's our pick of the bunch.

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Should I buy a film camera in 2021?

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Film cameras aren't just about retro nostalgia – they can be a great way to get yourself out of a photography rut. Here's how to join the analogue party.

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My dream mirrorless camera runs on Android, so why isn't there a good one yet?

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Photography Week 2021 Almost a decade on from the Samsung Galaxy Camera, will we ever see an Android-powered mirrorless camera hit the mainstream?

Canon EOS R5 vs R6

Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6: 10 key differences you need to know

By Jason Parnell-Brookes, Mark Wilson last updated

How do Canon's new full-frame mirrorless cameras compare? We tell you in this in-depth EOS R5 vs EOS R6 comparison.

10 steps to improve your smartphone photography

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Use compositional techniques, the right light and simple in-camera processing to make your phone photos look great

Add drama to your portraits using off-camera flash

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Discover how to create dramatic side-lighting effects with off-camera flash.

How to create light spheres

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Creating light spheres might look tricky, but it’s a simple – and cheap!

Painting with light

How to paint with light

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

See how you can use a single flashgun and softbox to recreate a professional lighting set-up.

Create a Gobo

Teach yourself flash: Make a GOBO for that Film Noir look

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Learn how to shoot a portrait with a film noir feel using a homemade GOBO.

Ambient flash portraits

Teach yourself flash: Color temperature gels

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Create striking flash-lit portraits in the 'blue moment' just after sunset with a couple of quick and easy tricks.

How to master off-camera flash

How to master off-camera flash

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

We show you how to use off-camera flash to create a stunning portrait

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