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.
The Fujifilm X-T3 features a new X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor and X-Processor 4 image processing engine for the delivery of...
Learn MoreCanon once again revolutionises the future of photography and filmmaking with pioneering, new EOS R System. Canon unveiled the first...
Learn MoreMeet the groundbreaking Z series Nikon announces the release of the full-frame, Nikon FX format mirrorless cameras, the Nikon Z 7...
Learn MoreThe Sony a7 III, is an update to the popular 24MP a7 II, incorporating many of the tech improvements seen...
Learn MoreCanon have announced the 470EX-AI Speedlite - a revolutionary new flashgun that that incorporates an Auto Intelligent Bounce technology.
Fujifilm have this morning announced a new high-performance camera in the X Series range featuring in-camera image stabilisation - the flagship X-H1
Nikon have this morning announced a new telephoto zoom, aimed squarely at sports and wildlife photographers - the Nikkor 180-400mm ƒ/4E TC1.4 FL ED VR.
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.
The A1 is every inch a Profoto light – just smaller. Its round head delivers beautiful light with a soft smooth fall-off.
The first UK walk-in service centre for Sony professional camera users is now officially open at Fixation.
A month after teasing their new full frame DSLR, Nikon have today unveiled the full specification of the highly anticipated D850.
The Canon EOS 6D Mark II camera for photography enthusiasts. Building on the strength off the EOS 6D, the EOS...
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Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, home to the San Ignacio Lagoon, is one of the most remarkable places on earth according to Chris...
Learn MorePaul Stewart, Night Picture Editor at the Daily Express and documentary photojournalist, has worked in the imaging industry for over...
Learn MoreIt’s very easy to focus on the visual side of video production, but sound recording plays a huge role in...
Learn MoreThis week we chat to Melanie Stanton who heads Fixation’s Service Administration team. As head of the administration team,...
Learn MoreKnow nothing about 4K video but want to give it a shot? Get up to speed with our crash course...
Learn MoreIn the latest of our team blogs, we catch up with Senior Salesman, Mike McNamara Mike has worked...
Learn MoreIn addition to renting the usual range of professional photo gear, Fixation also offers the DJI Phantom 4 drone to...
Learn MoreWe look back at a camera that kicked off a revolution: The Nikon D1 Today’s young photographers would find this...
Learn MorePeter Dazeley BEM FRPS – known simply as ‘Dazeley’ – is a celebrated London photographer renowned for fine art and...
Learn MoreWe talk to Fixation ambassador Hugo Pettit about the challenges of filming one of Britain’s toughest cycling challenges Our intrepid...
Learn MoreLooking at the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV for video? Here’s what to expect using our short Canon Mark IV...
Learn MoreDocumentary photographer Darragh Mason Field travels to Kosovo for an assignment to document an old tradition The 15th century stone...
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