Ben Pitt
Recent articles by Ben Pitt
Steinberg Sequel 3 review
Software
A classy recording package that's packed with ready-made sounds but also offers sophisticated recording and mixing tools
Samsung NX200 review
Cameras Compact camerasExceptional image quality outdoors, less impressive indoors, but with superb controls it adds up to an excellent package
Nikon 1 V1 review
Cameras Compact camerasA classy camera, but those willing to spend this much are likely to be left feeling dissatisfied
Canon PowerShot S100 review
Cameras Compact camerasStunning image quality for a conventional compact camera, but shot-to-shot performance and battery life just keep it from top marks
Corel MotionStudio 3D review
SoftwareA strong mix of off-the-shelf templates and deep editing potential, but the finished results lack the rich photorealism we'd hope for at this price
Magix Movie Edit Pro MX Plus review
SoftwareNot short of powerful features, but performance improvements aren't as big as we'd hoped
Nikon Coolpix P7100 review
Cameras Compact camerasA welcome refinement to the P7000 and a pleasure to use, but the sensor isn't up to current standards at this price
Sony Alpha A77 with 16-50mm lens review
Cameras DSLRsPacked with features and impressive strengths including a superb kit lens, but high noise levels and lethargic controls aren’t acceptable at this price
Olympus Pen E-PL3 review
Cameras Compact camerasAn impressive all-rounder, with a great range of extras, but various niggling issues combine to take the shine off its appeal
Serif DrawPlus X5 review
SoftwareMasses of sophisticated tools for working in a broad range of graphic design disciplines – and it still manages to be intuitive and quick to use. It's not as fast as Xara's Photo & Graphic Designer 7, though