Richard Grech
Former Digital Trends Contributor
As a father of young triplets, Richard Grech has his hands full. But, as a photography enthusiast and one of Digital Trends' experts, he wastes no time capturing their every moment with his always-on camera. As someone who knows the ins-and-outs of a DSLR, Richard shares his valuable camera knowledge with DT readers.
Family portraits around the Christmas tree made perfect
Taking family indoor portraits in front of the Christmas tree can be challenging. To get that perfect shot to remember, here are a few tips to keep in mind.
Nikon 1 AW1 review
The Nikon AW1 is a waterproof, shockproof, and freezeproof model of the third generation Nikon 1 mirrorless lineup. Its imaging specs are identical to the J3, but now you can take it swimming.
JVC Adixxion GC-XA2 review
JVC expands its Adixxion action camcorder lineup with the new GC-XA2. This new model offers improved specs and Wi-Fi performance, and its rugged design means you don’t need an extra case.
Nikon Coolpix S31 review
Its performance isn’t the best, and its image quality won’t give you museum-quality enlargements, but when taken for what it is – an extremely durable and easy to use camera – the Nikon Coolpix S31 is a success.
Canon Vixia Mini review
As designed, the Canon Vixia Mini could provide home self-shooters the creative capture device they are looking for. They just need to decide if its limited use and unstable action video are worth the $300 price tag.
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS review
The Olympus TG-2 is one of best rugged cameras available, packing a lot of nice features and performance. Unfortunately, we encountered an issue with water tightness, making us question its “tough” billing.
Should you get caught snooping around with a camera, say you are doing it for art
A Manhattan Supreme Court justice ruled that artistic "Peeping Tom" photography is considered free speech and protected by the First Amendment.
Olympus PEN E-P5 Review
The Olympus PEN E-P5 is the latest in Olympus’ Micro four-thirds camera interchangeable lens line. It throws the latest tech into a classic retro body – but does its performance add up?
Is Olympus and Fujifilm calling it quits on budget cams a death knell for the basic point-and-shoot?
As more users embrace smartphones for photography, Olympus and Fujifilm have signaled they will exit the budget sector and concentrate on high-end cameras.
Improvements to Canon’s EOS M camera on their way, thanks to new lens and firmware
Canon has announced a new 11-22mm lens for the EOS M that offers great image quality. Also, a firmware update promises faster autofocusing speeds.
Could iPhones replace news photographers? The Chicago Sun-Times thinks so
In a major shift, the Chicago Sun-Times has laid off its full-time photographers in favor of freelance photographers and reporters armed with iPhones.
New CompactFlash card uses RAID-like data mirroring to protect against memory failure
A new CompactFlash memory card from a Japanese company, Amulet, uses RAID-like mirroring to duplicate the data stored, helping to prevent data loss.
Sony Alpha NEX-5R Review
The Sony NEX-5R is a top-notch interchangeable lens camera that offers good performance and lots of features. Just watch out for the slow autofocus, confusing menus, and a bizarre approach to downloadable apps.
Say cheese: Duke University to make gigapixel camera available to public via Kickstarter
Once a prototype designed for a U.S. defense agency, Duke University now plans to bring its Aware2 gigapixel camera to the public via Kickstarter.
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS Review
The Canon Powershot SX280 HS is the latest in Canon’s SX line of megazooms and it comes with a slew of nice features. For a user looking for an advanced point-and-shoot with a super-zoom lens, the SX280 makes a nice choice.
Nikon 1 J3 Review
The Nikon 1 J3 is the latest in the Nikon 1 mirroless interchangeable lens camera (ILC) lineup. It features a 14.2-megapixel sensor, 10-30mm kit lens, and a light, stylish, and compact design.
Canon trickles down pro-level features to new Vixia HF G30 consumer camcorder
Canon's new flagship Vixia HF G30 camcorder may be designed for the consumer, but there are plenty of professional-level features, too.
Change your glass, change your shot: Getting started with interchangeable lenses
Interchangeable lenses can open up a whole new world of photography. If you're new to lenses, consult our quick guide to the types of lenses available.
There’s a dimly lit moon out tonight, but Canon’s new CMOS sensor can see it just fine
With a pixel surface area that's nearly eight times larger than conventional sensors, Canon's new CMOS sensor is able to record video in extreme darkness.
Photographer takes copyright infringement case to the Web, gets DKNY to pay up
After being called out for using copyright images in a store display without permission, clothing company DKNY admits to wrongdoing.
Blame the Bayer filter for your camera’s poor low-light performance, says Panasonic
A new technology developed by Panasonic called "micro color splitters" would double the color sensitivity of image sensors in cameras.
Tamron joins the Micro Four Thirds party with company’s first-ever lens
Tamron is developing a 14-150mm zoom lens that's compatible for cameras utilizing the Micro Four Thirds camera system.
Is Google’s latest patent another nail in the point-and-shoot camera coffin?
A patent for a multiple LED smartphone camera flash system was recently awarded to Google. Could this new weapon signal the end of point-and-shoot cameras?
Stop-motion video: Putting your Lego men to work
Want to learn how to create stop-motion animation with your digital camera? Get yourself a box of Legos. Here's how to get started.
Pentax goes completely outdoors at 2013 CP+ with new rugged cameras
Three new Pentax rugged cams feature back-illuminated CMOS sensors, in addition to being waterproof and shockproof.
Redesigned Google Images enhances search experience with new layout and increased speed
With an inline layout and detailed metadata, Google Images' new search feature makes the experience quicker and more efficient.
Houston Center for Photography’s iPhone course raises the question, ‘is it art?’
The Houston Center for Photography is offering a course on how to take photos with an iPhone, but critics are crying foul, saying it's not "art."
Sony expands E-Mount Camera System lens lineup with two new models
Owners of Sony's NEX mirrorless cameras and camcorders now have two new lenses to choose from: a 20mm "pancake" lens and an 18-200mm telephoto zoom lens.