Timothy Coleman

Timothy Coleman

Cameras Editor

As Cameras Editor, Tim looks after all camera content at TechRadar. This includes news, reviews, features and buying guides, and covers anything from mirrorless cameras to film and smartphones. He loves observing the advances in camera technology, putting the latest and greatest cameras through their paces, and projecting where cameras could go next.

A first class Bachelor of the Arts in Photography, Tim has been a tech journalist for much of his professional career, working for titles such as Amateur Photographer, Digital Camera World and Pocket-Lint.

Directly prior to joining Tech Radar in 2023, Tim worked in video production with Studio 44 for clients including Canon, and offers his wealth of technical and creative knowledge in photography and video. He also values telling stories that matter, to change lives - the mantra of a diverse stories team based in Nairobi, Kenya which he co-founded.

Tim the person is a keen creative, avid runner, occasional footballer and moderate flat white drinker who has lived in East Africa and believes we have much to enjoy and learn from each other.

Articles by: Timothy Coleman

Kodak Charmera compact camera dangling from its keychain, with shop frontage backdrop

The viral Kodak Charmera is the worst camera I’ve ever used – but it’s so bad and so retro, that I actually love it

By Timothy Coleman Published

Kodak, the prominent producer of cheap compact cameras, goes even smaller and cheaper with the Charmera keychain camera

Birdfy Feeder 3 Vista bird feeder camera in a garden with birds perched and flying around it

This world-first bird feeder cam with 360-degree view sees all in 6K, and I can't wait to try it in my backyard

By Timothy Coleman Published

CES 2026 Birdfy revealed three new bird feeder cameras at CES 2026, including the world's first 360-degree model – plus a huge update to its app with natural language interactions.

Leica Q3 Monochrom compact camera outside on a snow-dusted log

I tested the Leica Q3 Monochrom – it's a top digital camera for black-and-white photography purists

By Timothy Coleman Published

Recommended

Leica's third premium compact Q3 model – the new Q3 Monochrom – follows the original Q3 and the Q3 43, ditching the sensor's color array filter in favor of optimized black and white-only images.

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Altra Timp 3 Boa shoe in hand

I've got wide feet and struggle to find good running shoes — but these Altra shoes with unique lacing system are a supremely comfortable all rounder

By Timothy Coleman Published

Altra's Timp 5 Boa trail running shoe feature a unique lacing system for easy micro adjustments, and a supremely comfortable fit with wide toe box

Nikon Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens in action, attached to a Nikon Z5 II

Nikon's affordable travel zoom looks like a no-brainer for full-frame first timers – here's what it can do

By Timothy Coleman Published

Nikon has unveiled the Nikkor Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 zoom lens for full-frame cameras, and it's available as a kit with the new Nikon Z5 II.

The Hohem iSteady MT3 camera gimbal, Birdbuddy 2 Mini bird feeder camera, and the Dreame Leaptic Cube modular action camera

The 4 wildest camera innovations of CES 2026 — including a smarter bird feeder and a new kind of action cam

By Timothy Coleman Published

CES 2026 CES always delivers some weird and wonderful camera tech – here's my pick from the 2026 show.

Birdbuddy 2 Mini bird feeder camera in a garden with a bird perched on it

Birdbuddy unveils its most affordable 'mini' bird feeder camera — and it can identify birds by their song

By Timothy Coleman Published

CES 2026 Birdbuddy unveils its smallest and most accessible bird feeder camera yet – the Birdbuddy 2 Mini – and it can ID birds by visual and audio cues

Garmin dēzl DualView dash cam attached to the side of a truck

Garmin unveils a new rugged cam designed to cover blind spots — and it's the safety device truck drivers need

By Timothy Coleman Published

The Garmin dēzl DualView system comprises two rugged exterior cameras and a transmitter, delivering surrounding vehicle alerts and coverage of a truck's remaining blind spots.

A female photographer holding the DJI Osmo Nano action camera

DJI's tiny action cam will soon get a big 8K rival from a mysterious Chinese company

By Timothy Coleman Published

CES 2026 A new Chinese company is set to unveil a tiny modular action camera at CES 2026, and it could rival the DJI Osmo Nano

Photo triptych of three cameras, with Leica rangefinder on the left, DJI drone in the middle and iPhone on the right

The 12 most exciting cameras to expect in 2026 — from DJI's first 360 drone to the iPhone 18

By Timothy Coleman Published

What can we learn from 2025 as to what new camera gear to expect for 2026? Here are the likely and most exciting launches that could come in the next 12 months...

An image of the Panasonic Lumix ZS99 / TZ99

The worst camera for 2025 was this Lumix compact — it was a backwards step from a dated predecessor

By Timothy Coleman Published

The Lumix ZS99 / TZ99 felt like a backwards step from the 2019 model it replaced, but beyond that it's Panasonic's lack of action in the trending compact camera space that's baffling

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Triptych of Nikon, Sony and OM System lenses

2025 was a good year for cameras, but it was even better for lenses – these are my 5 innovative new favorites

By Timothy Coleman Published

Lens design innovation exceeded that of cameras in 2025, and these Sony, Canon, Nikon, OM System and Viltrox optics in particular all impressed.

A collection of vlogging camera gear on a wooden table

I’m a solo vlogger and these are the 6 pieces of gear I recommend for creating content that shines

By Timothy Coleman Published

Vlogging gear essentials that make my life much easier as a solo vlogger

Hasselblad X2D II 100C camera in the hand, outdoors at first light

My favorite camera for 2025 was the finest stills camera I’ve ever held — the stunning Hasselblad X2D II

By Timothy Coleman Published

The Hasselblad X2D II the finest camera for photography ever made – for outright image quality at least – and it also saw a welcome price drop from its predecessor.

Ricoh GR IV compact camera in user's hand, flower backdrop

I tested the Ricoh GR IV compact camera — it’s a surprising upgrade, for good and for bad

By Timothy Coleman Published

Recommended

The long-awaited Ricoh GR IV delivers several improvements over its six-year-old predecessor, including a new 26MP stabilized sensor and better battery life.

Nikon ZR product photos – inside a dedicated SmallRig cage, held by user

Nikon ZR review: cinema cameras just got a major new player

By Timothy Coleman Last updated

Recommended

Sony, Panasonic, Canon... take note

The Sony Alpha 7 V camera

I tested the new Sony A7 V, and now it's my favorite Sony camera ever

By Peter Fenech Last updated

Editor's Choice

Bang on cue, the Sony A7 V has arrived and it blurs the lines between enthusiast and pro cameras forever

Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB lens Nikon Z-mount version, attached to a Nikon mirrorless camera

My dream Nikon lens has finally landed – an affordable 35mm f/1.2 prime

By Timothy Coleman Published

Viltrox gives the Z-mount treatment to its 35mm F1.2 LAB lens, which looks set to become my go-to documentary photography lens

Lomography Lomo MC-A 35mm film camera held by a man in a beanie hat up to his face

Did novelty camera maker Lomography just get serious? I held the MC-A — and it’s finally a proper 35mm film camera

By Timothy Coleman Published

Lomography unveiled the Lomo MC-A in October 2025 — it's a proper 35mm film camera with glass 35mm f/2.8 lens, metal body, autofocus and exposure control.

Leica M EV1 camera in user's hands, autumn leaf backdrop

I tested Leica's divisive M EV1 — it's easier to the eye, but loses some of that rangefinder soul

By Timothy Coleman Published

The Leica M EV1 is the first Leica rangefinder without... the optical rangefinder. In its place, a useful EVF, which can make manual focusing much simpler.

A young Gorilla showing off his acrobatic abilities.

Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 winners announced — here are the hilarious winning photos

By Timothy Coleman Published

The winners of the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 have been unveiled, with 44 shortlisted images selected from over 10,000 entries – a record high for the contest.

Man wearing a blue jacket outside with a Ulanzi Camera Sling Bag over his shoulder and resting on his midriff

Forget bulky backpacks, this 9L crossbody bag is my top pick for lightweight camera gear – here's why

By Timothy Coleman Published

Editor's Choice

Ulanzi's affordable 9L camera sling bag is the perfect fit for days with lightweight gear, especially for travel and street photography, and content creators.

Canon camera under low key lighting, alongside a photography of a snow-capped mountain in New Zealand

This stunning landscape photo was shot with a five-year-old Canon camera, and it just won top prize at major photo contest

By Timothy Coleman Published

The International Landscape Photographer of The Year 2025 contest winners have been announced, and the winning image was taken with a popular pro Canon camera

Sony A7 V camera in front of graffiti (left), Sony A7 IV camera on a wooden bench

Sony A7 V vs Sony A7 IV: 5 key upgrades in Sony's latest full-frame all-rounder

By Timothy Coleman Published

They look largely the same, but with four years between the Sony A7V and Sony A7 IV, there are several upgrades in the latest model – I've highlighted the ones you need to know about.

Ricoh GR IV compact camera in user's hand, with navy coat backdrop

I’ve shot over 1,000 photos with the Ricoh GR IV – here are my favorites, and one new feature stands out

By Timothy Coleman Published

The Ricoh GR IV succeeds the GR III with a new 26MP and improved five-axis stabilization, better battery life and more internal storage. But are those upgrades enough?

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