The Fixation Blog
With over 30 years experience in the photographic industry, our knowledgeable team brings you the latest news from the imaging world, repair tips, in-depth product reviews and behind the scene stories from top photographers in the industry.
Fixation was established in 1988 and we are the go-to-place for repairs and pro equipment advice and sales. Our reviews include products from top brands such as Canon, Nikon, Leica, Fujifilm, Hasselblad and Sony and we have worked with a huge number of established photographers to bring you insights and tips about their work.
In the Tips & Tricks section, you can find a series of handy tips from our experienced technicians on how to keep your gear in tip-top working order.
Articles in the Close Up section take an in-depth look at particular features of modern mirrorless and DSLR cameras.
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Canon EOS 1DX mark III development announced
Designed for speed and accuracy the EOS 1DX mark III will be a full frame DSLR camera with some technologies adopted from recent mirrorless releases.
Fujifilm Launch the X-Pro3
Fujifilm has pumped its latest technology into the new X-Pro3 rangefinder digital body. Fujifilm prove that, as ever, they are brave enough to be different with a camera dedicated to their stills heritage.
Canon double their Autumn cashback
For one week only Canon have doubled the cashback available on a range of L-Series lenses. In an already generous cashback range that covers pro bodies and flash, this week you can save up to £500 on fantastic optics.
A new Flagship from Sony: The A9 mark II
Sony has announced a new flagship body: the Sony Alpha A9 mark II. This release is the evolution of the... Learn More
Canon Autumn Cashback
In celebration of the Rugby World Cup, Canon have included a prize draw with their Autumn Cashback offer. You can win tickets to the final (assuming you are not covering it already) as well as receiving cashback on flagship pro bodies and professional zoom lenses.
Panasonic Lumix S1H vs S1 and S1R
Panasonic recently rocked the mirrorless world with the full announcement of its third full-frame mirrorless camera – the Lumix S1H. While it rounds out a trio that includes the S1 and S1R, this new model is quite a different beast.
New Canon RF lenses announced
Canon adds two new wide-aperture professional zoom lenses to it's mirrorless RF mount lens lineup.
Canon EOS 90D
Released today: the Canon EOS 90D is the ninth edition of an impressive range of crop-sensor or APS-C, DSLR cameras. Find out what it has to offer.
Fujifilm Week
For this week only we have special offers on a wide range of Fujifilm equipment. Get great deals on your next purchase. Only available this week 19th - 23rd August.
Canon Week
For this week only we have special offers on a wide range of Canon equipment. Get great deals on your next purchase. Only available this week 29th July - 2nd August.
New releases from Sony | Fuji | Canon and Sigma
Sony introduces high-resolution Alpha 7R IV Camera with world’s first 61.0 MP back-illuminated full-frame image sensor The Sony A7R IV... Learn More
Fixation in Manchester
We are excited to announce the opening of the new Fixation service in Manchester on July 17th.
Tips & Tricks | The importance of a UV filter
The next time you buy a lens, do you really want to take the risk and leave the front element unprotected?
Tips & Tricks | IS & VR Lens Care
Image stabilisation is a common feature on modern lenses, but how many of us are looking after our lenses properly?
Tips & Tricks | Keep a close eye on your Nikkor lenses
Here’s a useful tip for Nikon users: You see this screw? This 2mm screw that can be found tucked on the side of the bayonet on all Nikkor lenses? Well, if it falls off it can cause a lot of expensive damage!
Tips & Tricks | Backing up your camera settings
Modern DSLR menus have a plethora of customisation options available and most photographers will spend time fine tuning their cameras... Learn More
Tips & Tricks | Keep your camera bag clean
When was the last time you vacuumed your camera bag? It may seem obvious but a dirty camera bag can have a... Learn More
Tips & Tricks | Take care with memory cards
We’ve all been in that situation – your memory card is full and you have to quickly change cards without... Learn More
Tips & Tricks | Keeping your sensor clean
As we’re all painfully aware, dust is the bane of all DSLR photographers and it seems that no matter how... Learn More
Feature | Using Profoto strip softboxes by Nyla Sammons
Professional photographer Nyla Sammons explains how she used Profoto strip boxes to achieve a particular look, photographing boxer Lawrence Brown.
Close up | Sony a9 focus modes
We take an in-depth look at the different AF modes and settings on the Sony a9 and explain best practices for different situations.
Workshop | Lens repair
In our latest workshop repair video we show you what's involved in replacing the lead ring on a Nikkor 14-24mm ƒ/2.8G AF-S
Wex Rental at Fixation
Leonie Johnson of Wex Rental (formerly Fixation & Calumet Rental) talks about the new operation based in Kennington
Workshop | Nikon D810 repair
Have you ever wondered what's involved in replacing the front body on a DSLR? We filmed one of our technicians to show the complexity of the repair.
Fixation Team | Service & Support
Our Service & Support team handle the booking in of repairs and answer the many calls we receive each day.
Gumball 3000 | Shooting with the Sony A7S II & FS7 II
Hugo Pettit recounts Gumball 3000: A mass collection of supercars, taking on a 3,000 mile journey from Riga to Mykonos in the summer of 2017.
The people of Oaxaca | Holly Wren
Portrait photographer Holly Wren visits Oaxaca to photograph the Dia De Los Muertos celebrations.
Using Fill-In Flash | Jack Terry
Fixation ambassador Jack Terry discusses his methods for using fill-in flash to achieve natural looking outdoor commercial shots.
Daniel Kemeys | 10 Days, One Road
Daniel Kemeys is a visual effects artists for Framestore and the brains behind the exquisite ’10 Days, One Road’
London Theatres | Peter Dazeley
Peter Dazeley discusses his new book, London Theatres and tells the story behind working on the project.
Fixation Team | Canon Technicians (Part 2)
In part two of our Canon technicians feature we meet the rest of the team who work hard to keep... Learn More
Close-up: Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Video Options
We drill deep into the video functionality offered by Canon’s 4K-shooting EOS-1D X Mark II Canon’s flagship EOS DSLR,... Learn More
Close-up: Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Autofocus System
The Canon EOS-1D X Mark II arrives with a revised 61-point AF system – we take a closer look. Canon... Learn More
Close Up: Nikon D5 AF Options
The arrival of the Nikon D5 and D500 saw the company debuting a Multi-CAM 20K focusing module, which updates the... Learn More
Canon lens review | 35mm & 24-70mm
Longtime Canon user Jack Terry tests the Canon 35mm ƒ/1.4L Mk II and tries the 24-70mm ƒ/2.8L Mk II against his original Mk I version.
Zeiss Otus lenses | Reviewed by Ian Derry
We spoke to celebrity portrait and commercial sports photographer, Ian Derry about his experience with the new Zeiss Otus lenses.
Bob Martin tests the Sony A9
Bob Martin is a multi-award winning sports photographer specialising in shooting sports and action pictures for advertising, corporate and editorial... Learn More
Jack Terry tests the Sony A9
Fixation ambassador Jack Terry is a successful lifestyle and advertising photographer and works with high profile brands such as Audi,... Learn More
Shooting Weddings with the Fuji GFX 50S
North West-based photographer David Stanbury reckons he has the best job in the world. For the last 20+ years, alongside... Learn More
Hands On | Sony A9 (brief) Review
It’s not often we get our hands on a camera before it’s been released, so when Sony kindly offered us... Learn More
Fuji GFX 50S | A Working Day With A New Camera System
Paul Stewart, Night Picture Editor at the Daily Express and documentary photojournalist, has worked in the imaging industry for over... Learn More
Close Up | Leica SL
Fixation Ambassador Hugo Pettit and his shooting partner Finn Pomeroy put the Leica SL through its paces on a recent... Learn More
Hasselblad X1D: Hands-on review
Swedish manufacturer Hasselblad has introduced the the X1D – the world’s first medium-format camera based on a mirrorless design.... Learn More
ProFiles | Helen Cathcart
Lifestyle photographer Helen Cathcart has featured in countless renowned publications. Here she explains how she started.
ProFiles | Mark Lloyd
We speak to sailing and marine photographer Mark Lloyd about shooting fiercely competitive races and keeping his kit waterproof!
ProFiles | Paul Cooper
A veteran of photographing sport stars in the studio, Paul Cooper is the subject of our latest ProFile
ProFiles | Ian Derry
Ian Derry has seen some of the world’s most famous faces pass before his lens. We catch up with him to talk photography