Gordon Laing
@cameralabs.bsky.social
Camera tester for over 30 years! Travel lover. Coffee junkie. One of the first reviewers on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@cameralabs
Crumbs! I finally got to 250k subs on YouTube, a mere 19.5 years after starting there, which also means Cameralabs is 20 years old! So not only does that justify a celebratory Tiramisu but I've also made a video to thank you all for your support over the years! See below, cheers!
November 10, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Crumbs! I finally got to 250k subs on YouTube, a mere 19.5 years after starting there, which also means Cameralabs is 20 years old! So not only does that justify a celebratory Tiramisu but I've also made a video to thank you all for your support over the years! See below, cheers!
Uncropped handheld shot I took with the brand new SONY 100MM F2.8 MACRO GM close to its maximum magnification of 1.4:1 - yes, more than 1:1 life-size, and it even works with TCs for 2.8:1! In short, the best macro lens I've tested, but do check out my in-depth review below!
September 30, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Uncropped handheld shot I took with the brand new SONY 100MM F2.8 MACRO GM close to its maximum magnification of 1.4:1 - yes, more than 1:1 life-size, and it even works with TCs for 2.8:1! In short, the best macro lens I've tested, but do check out my in-depth review below!
This is the new Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro, a high-end but affordable prime for APSC systems, including Sony-e and Fujifilm-X. But how good is it really? To find out, I tested it side-by-side with Fujifilm's own 56 1.2 and Sigma's 56 1.4. Find out how it measures-up at www.youtube.com/watch?v=casM...
September 23, 2025 at 8:34 PM
This is the new Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro, a high-end but affordable prime for APSC systems, including Sony-e and Fujifilm-X. But how good is it really? To find out, I tested it side-by-side with Fujifilm's own 56 1.2 and Sigma's 56 1.4. Find out how it measures-up at www.youtube.com/watch?v=casM...
Today OM System launched a seriously good zoom: the 50-200mm f2.8 IS Pro. In addition to my normal tests, I tried it at an all-day surf life saving event with plenty of sea spray and sand, like this shot of Wales and Cornwall diving for the beach flags! Review linked below!
September 10, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Today OM System launched a seriously good zoom: the 50-200mm f2.8 IS Pro. In addition to my normal tests, I tried it at an all-day surf life saving event with plenty of sea spray and sand, like this shot of Wales and Cornwall diving for the beach flags! Review linked below!
Canon has just launched the RF 85mm f1.4L VCM, their fifth hybrid prime lens. I had a chance to compare it against the RF 85mm f2 Macro, RF 85mm f1.2L USM and the old EF 85mm f1.4L for some initial tests at www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIox...
September 9, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Canon has just launched the RF 85mm f1.4L VCM, their fifth hybrid prime lens. I had a chance to compare it against the RF 85mm f2 Macro, RF 85mm f1.2L USM and the old EF 85mm f1.4L for some initial tests at www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIox...
Canon has officially announced the EOS C50 cinema camera, and I've spent a brief time with one to bring you my first-looks review linked below! It debuts a new 32 MP full-frame sensor, can record 7k 60p RAW, and sports a design that looks a lot like a Sony FX3. See www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUTF...
September 9, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Canon has officially announced the EOS C50 cinema camera, and I've spent a brief time with one to bring you my first-looks review linked below! It debuts a new 32 MP full-frame sensor, can record 7k 60p RAW, and sports a design that looks a lot like a Sony FX3. See www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUTF...
Sigma's just launched THREE new full-frame lenses, and I've been working round the clock to bring you videos about all of them! There's a 135 f1.4 bokeh-monster, a new Mark II 35 f1.2, and a 20-200 ultra-wide super-zoom, links to them all below!
September 9, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Sigma's just launched THREE new full-frame lenses, and I've been working round the clock to bring you videos about all of them! There's a 135 f1.4 bokeh-monster, a new Mark II 35 f1.2, and a 20-200 ultra-wide super-zoom, links to them all below!
This is the iconic Kirkjufell Mountain on Iceland’s Snaefellsnes peninsula, a spectacular location that draws fans of Game of Thrones and… speciality coffee! For mere moments away in the nearby town you’ll find Valeria, which served my favourite coffee in Iceland! Find out why:
youtu.be/cTlw9UNjGko
youtu.be/cTlw9UNjGko
July 22, 2025 at 10:28 PM
This is the iconic Kirkjufell Mountain on Iceland’s Snaefellsnes peninsula, a spectacular location that draws fans of Game of Thrones and… speciality coffee! For mere moments away in the nearby town you’ll find Valeria, which served my favourite coffee in Iceland! Find out why:
youtu.be/cTlw9UNjGko
youtu.be/cTlw9UNjGko
As promised, here’s my in-depth photo quality review of the Fujifilm GFX100RF! Focus, lens sharpness, resolution, bokeh, noise, dynamic range and more! It’s a big one, so check it out at
youtu.be/avFOUS9T67A
youtu.be/avFOUS9T67A
July 22, 2025 at 2:15 PM
As promised, here’s my in-depth photo quality review of the Fujifilm GFX100RF! Focus, lens sharpness, resolution, bokeh, noise, dynamic range and more! It’s a big one, so check it out at
youtu.be/avFOUS9T67A
youtu.be/avFOUS9T67A
Sony caught us all out with the surprise announcement of the RX1R III, which updates the 9-year-old full-frame compact with a 61 MP sensor and their latest AF. There's more upgrades but also some cons that could be deal-breakers. Find out more in my quick preview at www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSFN...
July 15, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Sony caught us all out with the surprise announcement of the RX1R III, which updates the 9-year-old full-frame compact with a 61 MP sensor and their latest AF. There's more upgrades but also some cons that could be deal-breakers. Find out more in my quick preview at www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSFN...
Life begins at 45... millimeters, that is! Just published my love-letter to lenses in their mid-forties, including a new review of the Sigma 45 2.8. Find out why it's become my favourite focal length at www.youtube.com/watch?v=An7F...
May 28, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Life begins at 45... millimeters, that is! Just published my love-letter to lenses in their mid-forties, including a new review of the Sigma 45 2.8. Find out why it's become my favourite focal length at www.youtube.com/watch?v=An7F...
Welcome to the new Fujifilm X half launched today, and inspired by vintage half-frame models with vertical composition! I've made a video showing you all around it, then feel free to celebrate or vent in the comments! Here you go: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnKA...
May 22, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Welcome to the new Fujifilm X half launched today, and inspired by vintage half-frame models with vertical composition! I've made a video showing you all around it, then feel free to celebrate or vent in the comments! Here you go: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnKA...
Anamorphic lenses with their signature flares and bokeh have become really popular for giving your video a cinematic edge. In my latest video I'll show you how to use them, while also reviewing the Sirui 20 T1.8 with AF on the new Lumix S1II! See www.youtube.com/watch?v=wB7J... #anamorphic
May 19, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Anamorphic lenses with their signature flares and bokeh have become really popular for giving your video a cinematic edge. In my latest video I'll show you how to use them, while also reviewing the Sirui 20 T1.8 with AF on the new Lumix S1II! See www.youtube.com/watch?v=wB7J... #anamorphic
It feels like everyone reviewed the new Lumix S1 II body, but who's also tested the new 24-60 2.8 zoom launched alongside it? I'll tell you who... ME! It's really nice too: smaller, lighter & cheaper than a 24-70 2.8 without sacrificing the wide-end. Here's my review www.youtube.com/watch?v=99xU...
May 14, 2025 at 5:23 PM
It feels like everyone reviewed the new Lumix S1 II body, but who's also tested the new 24-60 2.8 zoom launched alongside it? I'll tell you who... ME! It's really nice too: smaller, lighter & cheaper than a 24-70 2.8 without sacrificing the wide-end. Here's my review www.youtube.com/watch?v=99xU...
This is the new Lumix S1 II, Panasonic's best hybrid photo / video camera to date, and my favourite in the series! I've made a detailed review for you showing not just video capabilities, but loads of photo tests too, as this is a great all-rounder! See www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LyO...
May 13, 2025 at 6:17 PM
This is the new Lumix S1 II, Panasonic's best hybrid photo / video camera to date, and my favourite in the series! I've made a detailed review for you showing not just video capabilities, but loads of photo tests too, as this is a great all-rounder! See www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LyO...
Sigma's new 300-600mm f4 zoom really is a game-changer for high-end sports and wildlife, costing half that of a typical 600 f4, with the added flexibility of zooming-out to 300. The quality is great too. Check out my review of Sigma's most pro lens to date at www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGD4...
April 28, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Sigma's new 300-600mm f4 zoom really is a game-changer for high-end sports and wildlife, costing half that of a typical 600 f4, with the added flexibility of zooming-out to 300. The quality is great too. Check out my review of Sigma's most pro lens to date at www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGD4...
Fujifilm's latest instax camera, the fully-analogue mini 41, launched today, and I've made a review of it for you, linked in the reply! It's a sub-100 budget model, but now with more grown-up looks than a mini 12! #instax
April 8, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Fujifilm's latest instax camera, the fully-analogue mini 41, launched today, and I've made a review of it for you, linked in the reply! It's a sub-100 budget model, but now with more grown-up looks than a mini 12! #instax
My favourite mini tripod just got better! I've reviewed the new Feisol TT-224 which improves upon the TT-15 II model that rarely if ever leaves my bag. Find out why you'll want one in my review, linked in reply!
March 31, 2025 at 10:04 PM
My favourite mini tripod just got better! I've reviewed the new Feisol TT-224 which improves upon the TT-15 II model that rarely if ever leaves my bag. Find out why you'll want one in my review, linked in reply!
Today Canon made the PowerShot V1 camera official Worldwide, and I've made an in-depth review for you covering both photo and video quality! So forget the scalpers overcharging for a G7X and check out the new V1 using the link in the reply!
March 26, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Today Canon made the PowerShot V1 camera official Worldwide, and I've made an in-depth review for you covering both photo and video quality! So forget the scalpers overcharging for a G7X and check out the new V1 using the link in the reply!
Canon just launched the EOS R50 V, and I have a first-looks video already made for you, linked in reply! PS - my PowerShot V1 review will be ready very soon! #R50V
March 26, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Canon just launched the EOS R50 V, and I have a first-looks video already made for you, linked in reply! PS - my PowerShot V1 review will be ready very soon! #R50V
The seaside town of Kamakura packs lovely temples, a giant bronze Buddha, cute electric train, and a beach with views of Mount Fuji. Only one hour from Tokyo, it's one of the best day trips for visitors and I've made a video showing how to get there and what to do! Link in reply!
March 24, 2025 at 5:59 PM
The seaside town of Kamakura packs lovely temples, a giant bronze Buddha, cute electric train, and a beach with views of Mount Fuji. Only one hour from Tokyo, it's one of the best day trips for visitors and I've made a video showing how to get there and what to do! Link in reply!
Love the X100 but wish it had a bigger, more detailed sensor? Fujifilm: hold my beer. A warm welcome to the new #GFX100RF which packs the 102 Megapixel medium format sensor of the GFX100S II into a compact fixed lens body with a great EVF and 35 f4 lens. My first-looks in reply!
March 20, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Love the X100 but wish it had a bigger, more detailed sensor? Fujifilm: hold my beer. A warm welcome to the new #GFX100RF which packs the 102 Megapixel medium format sensor of the GFX100S II into a compact fixed lens body with a great EVF and 35 f4 lens. My first-looks in reply!
If you're visiting Japan in the Winter season, don't forget it's actually possible to reach some decent ski resorts within two hours from Tokyo! I visited one of them for my new travel channel and have made you a video all about it, linked in the reply!
March 14, 2025 at 5:23 PM
If you're visiting Japan in the Winter season, don't forget it's actually possible to reach some decent ski resorts within two hours from Tokyo! I visited one of them for my new travel channel and have made you a video all about it, linked in the reply!
Tonight there's a Total Lunar Eclipse for many of us around the World, and I've made a tutorial showing you how to photograph it! I took this during our last one in Brighton with a modest camera and 70-200 zoom. Find out how at the link in reply! #bloodmoon #TotalLunarEclipse
March 13, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Tonight there's a Total Lunar Eclipse for many of us around the World, and I've made a tutorial showing you how to photograph it! I took this during our last one in Brighton with a modest camera and 70-200 zoom. Find out how at the link in reply! #bloodmoon #TotalLunarEclipse
Huzzah! I have a new vintage camera video for you, this time all about the PowerShot 350 from 1997! This was Canon's second PowerShot digicam, sporting one third of a Megapixel and a tilting screen. Find out how it performs 28 YEARS LATER at the link in the reply!
March 11, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Huzzah! I have a new vintage camera video for you, this time all about the PowerShot 350 from 1997! This was Canon's second PowerShot digicam, sporting one third of a Megapixel and a tilting screen. Find out how it performs 28 YEARS LATER at the link in the reply!