Useful Camera Review Sites
When considering how to solve a particular photographic challenge or what your next kit investment will be, it’s always useful to do some research first. Trade shows & visits to your local dealer are great but for getting the low down, I find nothing better than a handful of trusty internet review sites. Here I present to you my favourite options:
The Digital Picture
Excellent resource for Canon & Nikon owners. The site is usually my first stop when wanting to compare lens specifications. The reviews are full and practical, with useful real world comparisons and not too much pixel peeping. Take a look at http://www.the-digital-picture.com/
Digital Photography Review
Another good site with a broader topic range. DPreview cover compact and SLR camera systems and provide an excellent stream of news to keep you up to date with the photography world. This is where I visit when looking for camera body reviews. You’ll find them at http://www.dpreview.com/
The Manufacturers
It’s always good to go straight to the horse’s mouth, here’s links for the big two:
If like me you are a Canon user then I’d also suggest trying to get hold of the most recent version of their book “EF Lens Work”. I have version III of the book and it is a valuable guide to their lenses and technology, as well as an interesting read about the history of the company.
Other Noteworthy Sites:
Camera Pricebuster
If you’re buying in the UK, this site is better than most price comparison sites and will give you a quick feel for what range of prices your desired product is selling for.
http://www.camerapricebuster.co.uk/
Luminous Landscape
A good general purpose photography site with reviews, advice and a good community. Very much geared towards the landscape photographer, as the name suggests.
http://www.luminous-landscape.com