Ben Pitt
Recent articles by Ben Pitt
Fujifilm FinePix Z33 WP review
Cameras Compact cameras
Inside it's just a basic compact camera, but it's cheaper than other waterproof cameras, and good enough for casual photography.
Xara Xtreme 5 review
SoftwareThis friendly, highly polished illustration package excels at creating graphics and logos, and can turn its hand to DTP
Fujifilm FinePix S1500 review
CamerasA capable ultra-zoom camera at a remarkably low price, but even better-value models are available.
Nikon D5000 18-55 VR Kit review
Cameras DSLRsThere's plenty to like in this SLR but its convoluted controls mean it's worth spending more on the D90.
Olympus X-890 review
Cameras Compact camerasStylish design isn't sufficient to compensate for this camera's poor image quality and performance.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS85 review
Cameras Compact camerasThe LS85 is just what we look for in a low-cost camera, cutting back on frivolous extras but delivering on design, performance and image quality.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 with 14-140mm lens review
Cameras DSLRsSublime ergonomics, superb photo quality and peerless videos - the price may be hard to stomach but it's easy to justify.
Canon EOS 500D with 18-55mm lens review
Cameras DSLRsThe 500D is a worthy successor to the 450D, but the video mode is disappointing and the large sensor is let down by the kit lens.
Magix Xtreme PhotoStory on CD and DVD 8 review
SoftwareIf all you want to do is make DVDs of your photos, Xtreme PhotoStory does the job, but we'd prefer to be able to create attractive online galleries too.
Cyberlink MediaShow 4 review
SoftwareA polished slideshow package with great DVD authoring, although there's little else here that isn't available with the free Picasa.