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.
Canon 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...
Learn MoreThe best landscape photographers will sit in a field for days just waiting for the right light. The best news...
Learn MoreNo strangers to high-end video gear, Manfrotto have announced their new state-of-the-art Nitrotech N8 fluid video head. The N8 uses...
Learn MoreFujifilm have today launched the Fujifilm Professional Service (FPS) and we’re proud to announce we will be an official Service &...
Learn MoreThe Fuji GFX 50S, is now available to buy! No strangers to medium format, Fuji’s heritage lies with iconic cameras...
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Have a problem with Nikon kit? Barry is the man for the job. He tells us more about his day-to-day...
Learn MoreNikon’s first full-frame DSLR to sport 4K video recording comes with many useful video-specific features. We take a closer look....
Learn MoreWe drill deep into the video functionality offered by Canon’s 4K-shooting EOS-1D X Mark II Canon’s flagship EOS DSLR, the...
Learn MoreSports photographer Eddie Keogh recalls photographing the all-important Germany-Argentina clash of 2014 Germany’s Mario Goetze lifts the World Cup...
Learn MoreSusannah Ireland travels to West Delhi to photograph a fascinating and threatened community General view of the Kathputli slum...
Learn MorePaula Stevens co-owned the business with Mike Allen for 28 years and was the driving force behind Fixation. She was a...
Learn MoreFujifilm’s X-T2 arrived with an overhauled AF system and a strong focus on moving subjects. We take a closer look....
Learn MoreFrom teenager to manager of the Canon side, it’s Mick Edwards featuring in the latest of our Fixation team blogs...
Learn MoreLouise Murray dons her diving gear to photograph the Atlantic bluefin tuna Captured endangered Atlantic bluefin tuna Thunnus thynnus,...
Learn MoreWe talk to Hugo Pettit about breaking the mould of sun-and-sand surfing photography when he caught some waves in Scotland
