Technology
Tips and tricks about computing, printing and storage are perhaps some of the most vital insights there are. Here, you will see tips and tricks that will help to me your life easy in post-production, storing your work, printing and much more.
Read: A-Z of Photographic Terms
Welcome to our A-Z of photographic terms. Even the most seasoned of photographers can admit that, sometimes, all the technical terms get a little confusing. That's why we've put together this guide. Read More10 September 2024
Read: How to | Clean Your Camera Sensor
Have you noticed black spots or soft grey marks on your photos, especially those taken on clear, sunny days? In this guide, we’ll cover how to identify a dirty sensor and how you can clean it at home. Read More15 July 2024
Read: Tips and Tricks | Camera Lens Types Explained
Don't know your macro from your mirror lens? Wondering at what point a wide-angle lens becomes a standard lens? Read on for our guide to different lens types. Read More23 January 2024
Read: Wex Trade-In | Our Grading System Explained
Our pre-loved items are evaluated in-house by a team of experts who attribute a grade to each product depending on physical signs of wear and level of use. Take a look at our Trade-in grading system! Read More15 June 2023
Read: What Are the Best Website Builders for Photographers?
A professional photography portfolio to show off your work is a vital step to take. Matt Higgs looks at the best portfolio website builders for photographers Read More03 February 2017
Read: What You Need to Know About Wex Repair
Wex runs a repair service for Canon and Nikon DSLRs, with the help of our sister company Fixation. Here we explain a little more about what we offer Read More30 January 2017
Read: Wex Repair: Your Long-Lasting Camera Gear
We asked you to show off your most battered, bruised and well-loved camera gear – here are a few of our favourite responses Read More26 January 2017
Read: A striking silhouette effect can add drama to your images. Giles explains how to create silhouettes
A striking silhouette effect can add drama to your images. Giles explains how to create silhouettes Read More17 September 2016
Read: Basic Light-Painting Kit and How to Use It
Here are the basics you need for successful light painting Read More15 September 2016
Read: How to Get Started with Off-Camera Flash
Want to boost your lighting skills? Here’s what you need to know about getting started with off-camera flash Read More06 September 2016
Read: What is… Bracketing? [video]
Matt explains the ins and outs of bracketing – what it is and how to do it Read More05 April 2016
Read: How to Understand a Camera’s Autofocus System
Cross-type points, assist points, points sensitive to f/2.8 – what do manufacturers mean by all these terms? Matt Golowczynski explains Read More30 March 2016
Read: What is… Depth of Field? [Video]
This week Matt tackles depth of field – what it is and how it changes an image Read More23 March 2016
Read: What is… a Raw File? [Video]
Shooting Raw can transform your photography. Matt explains what you need to know Read More16 March 2016
Read: What is… Colour Management?
Matt tackles colour management, explaining what it means and how it can improve your final results Read More09 March 2016
Read: Top 5 Reasons to Go Full Frame
Full-frame cameras are the choice of many, but what do you gain by upgrading to one? Matt Golowczynski examines five reasons to go full frame. Read More05 March 2016
Read: Ten Ways to Become a More Disciplined Photographer
There’s no shortcut to becoming a great photographer, and putting the hours in is the only way to improve your pictures. Geoff offers a few tips for staying disciplined Read More04 March 2016
Read: Five Lightroom Workflow Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
In a mess with Lightroom’s Raw editing process? Geoff Harris shares some easy ways to work quicker and smarter… Read More26 February 2016
Read: What Is… Crop Factor? [video]
We explain how crop factor works in our ‘What Is?’ video series Read More24 February 2016
Read: Lens Glossary
Flummoxed by focal lengths? Baffled by bokeh? Matt’s comprehensive lens glossary explains all the technical terms surrounding lenses Read More24 February 2016