
Ben Andrews
Ben is the Imaging Labs manager, responsible for all the testing on Digital Camera World and across the entire photography portfolio at Future. Whether he's in the lab testing the sharpness of new lenses, the resolution of the latest image sensors, the zoom range of monster bridge cameras or even the latest camera phones, Ben is our go-to guy for technical insight. He's also the team's man-at-arms when it comes to camera bags, filters, memory cards, and all manner of camera accessories – his lab is a bit like the Batcave of photography! With years of experience trialling and testing kit, he's a human encyclopedia of benchmarks when it comes to recommending the best buys.
Latest articles by Ben Andrews

Is Samsung delaying future camera upgrades until 2028?
By Ben Andrews published
If a new tip is to be believed, we may have to wait until the Galaxy S28 to see substantial camera hardware improvements

I don't own a "proper" camera - my phone is even better
By Ben Andrews published
opinion Phone cameras are now so versatile that there's little room left for traditional cameras

Viltrox AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE: lens specs leak
By Ben Andrews published
Could Viltrox's upcoming E-mount portrait prime rival the mighty Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II?

Dell 34 Plus S3425DW curved ultrawide monitor review
By Ben Andrews published
review A respectable 34-inch, 21:9 curved ultrawide screen, if not quite perfect

Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station review
By Ben Andrews published
review The ultimate, no-compromise way to add extra ports to your laptop

Eizo FlexScan EV3450XC curved ultrawide monitor review
By Ben Andrews published
review Eizo's 34-inch curved ultrawide display stands out from the crowd by boasting IPS image quality and a built-in webcam

Is the base-model Galaxy S26 getting a long-overdue camera upgrade?
By Ben Andrews published
New rumor suggests the vanilla S26 might feature a new sensor for its primary camera

Happy 25th birthday to the SD card! The memory format that refuses to die
By Ben Andrews published
It's easily the most successful memory card format ever and shows little sign of being overtaken

Rumor suggests Apple may integrate cameras into upcoming AirPods
By Ben Andrews published
2026 could see the launch of camera-equipped AirPods, according to tech analyst

PNY Pro Elite Prime microSDXC review: miniature memory card with monster 1.5TB capacity
By Ben Andrews published
review Fast, well-priced, and with huge storage capacity: what's not to like?

The best recovery software for photos and SD cards
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide The best recovery software can recover deleted photos, videos and data from SD cards, SSDs and hard drives

The best MacBooks for photo editing: options to suit every budget
By Ben Andrews last updated
Updated These are the best MacBooks for photo editing, from affordable classics to the latest performance powerhouses

Eizo reveals new dream display for video editors
By Ben Andrews published
The new ColorEdge CG3100X is packed with pro-grade features tailored to discerning videographers

The best gimbal heads for tripods in 2025: effortlessly track the action with big lenses
By Adam Waring last updated
UPDATED For wildlife, sports and action photography, there’s no beating a gimbal head for smoothly tracking moving subjects, especially if you’re using a big telephoto lens

Galaxy S25 FE: new rumor hints at possible camera upgrade for Samsung's next budget S-series handset
By Ben Andrews published
Samsung's next entry-level S-series phone could be in line for a subtle camera upgrade

Samsung launches the Galaxy S25 Edge: its thinnest-ever S-series phone
By Ben Andrews published
Pencil-thin, yet blessed with a 200MP primary camera

Galaxy S25 Edge: Samsung's thinnest-ever camera phone to launch imminently!
By Ben Andrews published
It's now only hours until Samsung will reveal the latest addition to the S25 series

The best USB-C monitors for photographers and creatives
By Ben Andrews last updated
BUYING GUDIE Want a display that will act as a USB hub and charge your laptop while it's at it? The best USB-C monitors do just that

Your camera sensor is mostly blind, but that could be about to change
By Ben Andrews published
New start-up Eyeo has developed sensor tech that could radically improve image quality, while still being compatible with existing sensor construction

The best variable ND filters: fader filters for videography and photography
By Ben Andrews last updated
Updated Variable neutral density – or fader – filters are essential for filmmakers… and handy for stills photography, too

The Nikon D6 is officially discontinued in Japan
By Ben Andrews published
RIP Nikon's last flagship DSLR, but we're not surprised to see it go

New patent suggests Samsung might be working on an interchangeable lens phone
By Ben Andrews published
Is Samsung looking for ways to spice up its upcoming camera phones?

This dash cam will keep recording even if you're on a highway to hell
By Ben Andrews published
news Even in the most extreme heat the Trapo I-Sight T-550 dashcam shouldn't break a sweat, thanks to its supercapacitor tech
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