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You can explore our most popular cameras here, including the Canon EOS 5D IV, the EOS RP and the 6D Mark II, the Sony A7R IV, A7 III and A9 II, the Nikon D850, Z6, Z7 and Z50, the Panasonic Lumix G9, GH5 and S1, and the Fujifilm X-T3 and X-T30.
Read: Hands-on preview: Canon 200-400mm f4 with built-in 1.4x Extender
30 May 2013: It's been just over two years since Canon first announced they were developing a 200-400mm lens with a built-in 1.4x extender, it's now been officially launched. Read More29 May 2013
Read: Olympus launch the E-P5 & we get a hands-on preview!
10 May 2013: This morning Olympus have announced the new PEN E-P5 with a distinctly retro design, which pays homage to the 1960’s classic PEN F model. Read More09 May 2013
Read: New Canon DSLRs announced + our hands-on preview!
21 March 2013: New Canon DSLRs announced + our hands-on preview! Read More21 March 2013
Read: The Nikon D7100 + our hands-on preview!
21 February 2013: It’s been a fairly quiet 2013 so far when it comes to camera announcements, but Nikon have thrown down the gauntlet with the announcement of the D7100 this morning. Read More21 February 2013
Read: Gear of the Year Awards 2012!
28 September 2012: The Gear of the Year Awards are given to the retailers and distributors are voted for by you, our devoted customers. Read More27 September 2012
Read: Nikon launch the D600 (and we get a hands-on preview!)
13 September 2012: Nikon introduces the D600 to their FX line-up this morning, offering full-frame shooting for serious enthusiasts at a more affordable price. Read More12 September 2012
Read: Wex proudly supports Archery pro Michael Peart
9 August 2012: We've teamed up with Swarovski to supply pro archer Michael Peart with an optical scope worthy of a World Champion! Read More08 August 2012
Read: The Canon EOS M Mirrorless Camera: hands-on review
23 July 2012: This morning Canon have launched the brand new interchangeable lens camera: the EOS M. I’ll be at Canon HQ later this morning spending some time talking to Canon and having a play. Read More22 July 2012
Read: Canon announce the new EOS 650D & 2 new lenses!
8 June 2012: Bright and early this morning Canon introduced a new beginners-level DSLR to their EOS range, the 650D, and 2 new lenses to their line-up. Read More07 June 2012
Read: Sony launch the A37 & NEX-F3
17 May 2012: Replacing the older A35 model, the new Alpha A37 is Sony's entry-level offering in their range of SLT cameras equipped with their revolutionary Translucent Mirror Technology. Read More16 May 2012
Read: The Canon 5D Mark III has arrived!
2 March 2012: We spoke to Canon at Focus to find out a bit more on the new Canon 5D Mark III! Today, after three years of rumour and speculation Canon has officially announced the Canon 5D Mark III. Read More02 March 2012
Read: The Amateur Photographer and Good Service Awards 2012
27 February 2012: The Amateur Photographer Awards are voted for, and perhaps argued over, by the technical wizards of Amateur Photographer (AP) magazine. Read More27 February 2012
Read: The Olympus OM-D E-M5
23 February 2012: So here's the new OM-D, the D (in case you didn't guess) it was digital. After a long hiatus it succeeds the much loved OM4... Read More23 February 2012
Read: Nikon launch the D800!
7 February 2012: There are bound to be many happy photographers waking up today to the long-awaited announcement of the D800 and D800E this morning. Read More07 February 2012
Read: Pentax announce the new mirrorless K-01!
3 February 2012: Yesterday Pentax announced the launch of the Pentax K-01, a mirrorless interchangeable lens digital camera that joins the ever-popular Pentax K series. Read More03 February 2012
Read: Nikon Release 10 NEW Coolpix Cameras!
3 February 2012: Nikon announced not one, not two, but ten new digital compact cameras to join the well established Coolpix clan! Read More03 February 2012
Read: Cannon announce two new IXUS compacts!
10 January 2012: Yesterday Canon has released 2 NEW compact camera's to their already well established IXUS range – The Canon IXUS 500 HS and the Canon IXUS 125 HS. Read More10 January 2012
Read: Canon launch the PowerShot G1 X!
9 January 2012: It’s that exciting time of year again when new product announcements start rolling in and Canon’s announcement of the high-end PowerShot G1 X compact camera this afternoon... Read More09 January 2012
Read: Nikon Announce the D4!
6 January 2012: 2012 is shaping up to be an exciting year in the world of professional photography, with the announcement of the much anticipated Nikon D4 this morning. Read More06 January 2012
Read: Wex proudly supports Olympic hopeful Nicky Hunt
8 November 2011: We are delighted to announce that we've teamed up with Nikon UK to sponsor local athlete and Olympics archery hopeful Nicky Hunt. Read More08 November 2011