
James Abbott
James is an award-winning freelance landscape and portrait photographer, as well as a highly experienced photography journalist working with some of the best photography magazines and websites with a worldwide audience. He’s also the author of The Digital Darkroom: The Definitive Guide to Photo Editing. www.jamesaphoto.co.uk
Latest articles by James Abbott

Best wide-angle camera lenses 2025: Discover the ideal wide-angle for your camera
By James Abbott published
These are the best wide-angle lenses covering the most popular camera systems used by astrophotographers.

Best camera lenses 2025: The best lenses for photos and videos
By James Abbott published
Discover the best lenses to help you capture a wide range of subjects with the best cameras for photos and videos.

Canon RF 24mm f/1.4L VCM lens review
By James Abbott published
Review The Canon RF 24mm f/1.4L is a high-quality wide-angle prime lens with a fast maximum aperture making it ideal for landscape, cityscape and astrophotography.

Best beginner drones 2025: Easy to fly and affordable models
By James Abbott last updated
Our picks of the best beginner drones are all easy to use but still offer excellent flying experiences with a good range of features, from brands including DJI and Potensic.

The best DJI drones for all budgets 2025
By James Abbott last updated
Gift guide We've rounded up the best DJI drones on the market today, including the new Mavic 4 Pro, among other top models.

Canon EOS R5 Mark II review
By James Abbott published
Review The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is a high-end professional camera packed with the latest technology and designed to capture any subject you can throw at it.

Canon EOS R6 Mark II review
By James Abbott published
Review The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is a mid-range full-frame mirrorless camera offering a 24.2MP resolution with up to 4K video capture in-camera alongside impressive autofocus.

Best camera drones 2025: Take your aerial photos and videos to the next level
By James Abbott last updated
Buying guide The best camera drones come in various designs, but they all share the best image-capture capabilities.

Best drones 2025: Discover the ultimate drones
By James Abbott last updated
These are the best drones on the market, with camera and flight performance that will impress even the most demanding pilots — and there are great deals to be had this Black Friday.

DJI Mavic 4 Pro drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The DJI Mavic 4 Pro is an impressive prosumer drone that redefines what's possible in terms of technology and aerial photo and video capture.

Best FPV drones 2025: Enjoy immersive drone flight
By James Abbott last updated
Experience the most unique flights possible with the best FPV drones where you can flip, roll and dive the drone. Here are our favorites.

Ruko F11PRO 2 drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Ruko F11PRO 2 is a small drone featuring easy operation and a host of useful features but the small sensor in the camera produces soft images.

HoverAir X1 PRO drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The HoverAir X1 PRO is one of two new ZeroZero Robotics selfie drone models and is the more affordable option of the two with 4K video capture with a host of optional accessories available.

DJI Flip drone review
By James Abbott published
The DJI Flip is a sub-250 g drone with multiple control options and the ability to capture 4K 60 FPS video and 12MP/48MP photos.

Panasonic Lumix S5IIx review
By James Abbott published
Review The Panasonic Lumix S5IIx is an impressive full-frame camera that doesn't cost the earth and delivers impressive features and performance.

Ruko U11MINI drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Ruko U11MINI is a lightweight beginner drone with a multitude of plus and minus points that don't make it the most straightforward option.

Panasonic Lumix GH7 review
By James Abbott published
Review The Panasonic Lumix GH7 is Panasonic's flagship G-series camera with features and functionality covering both professional photo and video capture.

Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 15mm f/1.7 ASPH review
By James Abbott published
Review The Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 15mm f/1.7 ASPH is a Micro Four Thirds prime lens offering an equivalent focal length of 30mm.

Panasonic Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. review
By James Abbott published
Review The Panasonic Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. is a high-quality telephoto prime offering excellent image quality alongside a 400mm equivalent focal length.

DJI Air 3S drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The DJI Air 3S builds on what was available with the DJI Air 3 thanks to a 1-inch sensor in the main camera and next-level obstacle avoidance.

DJI Neo drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The DJI Neo is a sub-250 g drone with several control options. It can capture 4K 30 FPS video and basic 12MP photos.

Drone regulations: everything you need to know for safe and legal drone flight
By Gavin Spoors, James Abbott last updated
Discover the rules and regulations you need to know for safe and legal drone flights in the United States.

Should I buy an FPV drone in the Black Friday deals?
By James Abbott last updated
Black Friday is undoubtedly the perfect time to buy a ready-to-fly FPV drone kit with savings almost guaranteed.
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