Ben Pitt
Recent articles by Ben Pitt
Nikon Coolpix S4300 review
Cameras Compact cameras
A smart design and an elegant touchscreen interface can't make up for basic videos and noisy photos
Pentax Optio VS20 review
CamerasThe portrait-orientation controls are interesting but not much practical use; image quality is below par
Corel AfterShot Pro review
SoftwareA worthy rival for Lightroom, and keenly priced too. There are a few kinks to be ironed out, though
Canon PowerShot G1 X review
Cameras Compact camerasStunning image quality, sublime ergonomics, lethargic performance, high price – if you're rich and not in any rush, it might just be perfect
Adobe Photoshop Touch review
SoftwareImpressive editing power, but the resolution limit and awkward handling of native project files make it more of a plaything than a serious tool
Akvis Refocus V.1.5 review
SoftwareAn interesting focus-manipulation tool, but not one that we'd pay £40 for
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 review
SoftwareSeriously powerful, extremely responsive and a steal at its new low price
Fujifilm X10 review
Cameras Compact camerasIts videos are disappointing, but this stylish camera is a delight to use and takes exceptional photos – a class act
Canon Ixus 500 HS review
CamerasThe slim, sumptuous design and 12x zoom lens are a great combination, but other cameras beat it for image quality
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 review
CamerasIncredibly slim for a 10x zoom camera, and image quality and performance are up to scratch. Only the screen's poor viewing angles keep the SZ7 from an award