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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Sony releases the A7R III
The new Sony A7R III, announced recently, takes the high-resolution 42.4MP Exmor R CMOS image sensor found in the Mark II and gives it a speed boost.
Profoto launches world’s smallest studio flash
The A1 is every inch a Profoto light – just smaller. Its round head delivers beautiful light with a soft smooth fall-off.
Sony PRO Support Centre Now Open
The first UK walk-in service centre for Sony professional camera users is now officially open at Fixation.
Pushing the boundaries | The Nikon D850
A month after teasing their new full frame DSLR, Nikon have today unveiled the full specification of the highly anticipated D850.
Canon Launches EOS 6D Mk II
Canon has launched the new EOS 6D Mark II camera for photography enthusiasts. Building on the strength off the EOS... Learn More
Canon EOS 5D Mk IV Firmware is now available
Canon have released their major firmware update for the EOS 5D Mk IV which sees Canon Log (C Log) being added... Learn More
Scottish news picture guru Jeff Mitchell captures the moment – again
The best landscape photographers will sit in a field for days just waiting for the right light. The best news... Learn More
Canon EOS 5D Mk IV Firmware update coming in June
Canon have announced a major firmware update coming in June for the EOS 5D Mk IV which sees Canon Log... Learn More
Manfrotto announce new video head
No strangers to high-end video gear, Manfrotto have announced their new state-of-the-art Nitrotech N8 fluid video head. The N8 uses... Learn More
Highlights from the 2017 Photography Show
Now in its fourth year, Birmingham once again played host to the UK’s largest photography show and visitors in their... Learn More
Fixation | Official Fujifilm Service Centre
Fujifilm have today launched the Fujifilm Professional Service (FPS) and we’re proud to announce we will be an official Service &... Learn More
Fixation/AOP Junior Assistant competition winners announced
The five lucky winners of the first ever Fixation-sponsored AOP Junior Assistant competition have been selected and we’re very proud... Learn More
Behind The Scenes | CPS Head, Frankie Jim
Since its inception almost 20 years ago, Canon Professional Services has proved to be a valuable source of information, inspiration... Learn More
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.
Behind The Scenes | Wimbledon with Toby Melville
As celebrated as the traditional strawberries & cream, Wimbledon fortnight is well underway and both the permanent and temporary inhabitants... Learn More
Be there first. Leave last. Never give up.
It’s official. Getty Images news photographer Jeff Mitchell is one of the best ‘capture the moment’ professionals on the planet.... Learn More
On the Trail of Iberian Lynx
Nature photographer Luke Massey goes hunting for images of one of the rarest of rare cats © Luke Massey I... Learn More
Behind The Scenes | Daniel Hambury
Most professional photographers would be happy running their own picture agency, but London-based freelance photographer Daniel Hambury doesn’t believe in... Learn More
Stuart Freedman | The Englishman and the Eel
Stuart Freedman was born in London and has been a photographer since 1991. His work has been published in, amongst... Learn More
Baja Peninsula
Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, home to the San Ignacio Lagoon, is one of the most remarkable places on earth according to Chris... 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
Crash Course | Introduction To Sound Recording
It’s very easy to focus on the visual side of video production, but sound recording plays a huge role in... Learn More
Fixation Team: Melanie Stanton, Administration Supervisor
This week we chat to Melanie Stanton who heads Fixation’s Service Administration team. As head of the administration team,... Learn More
Fixation/AOP Junior Assistant Competition Winners: Chris Lanaway
We chat to Chris Lanaway, versatile photographer of many trades and one of the winners of our AOP Junior Assistant... Learn More