
Gavin Stoker
Gavin Stoker has been writing about photography and technology for the past 20 years. He currently edits the trade magazine British Photographic Industry News - BPI News for short - which is a member of TIPA, the international Technical Imaging Press Association.
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 Best telescope for stargazing 2025: Bring the stars closer to homeExplore the wonders of the universe with the best telescopes, perfect for stargazers of all levels By Matt Kollat Last updated 
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 Best YETI coolers 2025: ice cold excellenceKeep food and beverage frosty with our curated selection of top-rated YETI coolers for every occasion By Matt Kollat Last updated 
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 Canon EOS R8 review: the best full-frame camera for beginners?The small-bodied full-frame camera from Canon's EOS R mirrorless series, the R8, has plenty to big itself up about By Gavin Stoker Published 
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 Fujifilm X-H2 review: the best of both worlds?With its 40MP sensor and 8K video capture, does the Fujifilm X-H2 bring the best of both photography and videography? By Gavin Stoker Published 
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 Fujifilm X-T5 review: a retro-styled wonderCompact mirrorless camera range gets upgrade – but does a 40.2MP resolution put the Fujifilm X-T5 out front? By Gavin Stoker Published 
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 Canon EOS R6 Mark II review: pro performance in smaller formCanon’s enthusiast-targeted full-frame camera gets an upgrade with the EOS R6 Mark II, but does it really deliver a performance that snaps at the heels of its flagship EOS R3? By Gavin Stoker Published 
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 Canon EOS 250D reviewBig on features yet small in size is the central thrust behind this entry-level yet fully featured compact Canon DSLR By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Should you buy a DSLR in 2022?New interchangeable lens camera releases have mainly focused on lightweight mirrorless models these past few years. So, does the traditional SLR design still warrant a place in a digital photographer’s kit bag? By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 What is a DSLR?An anagram wrapped up in an enigma, or simply another way to get the best photos, and occasionally videos, available? We pose more essential questions about the digital SLR By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Canon EOS R10 reviewSmaller 24.2-megapixel sibling to the higher priced EOS R7, this one shares nevertheless many features of the higher specified mirrorless By Gavin Stoker Published 
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 Canon EOS R7 reviewCompact interchangeable lens APS-C sensor incorporating mirrorless camera with a big resolution, inspired by Canon’s own EOS 7D DSLR By Gavin Stoker Published 
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 Nikon Z30 reviewNikon chases the burgeoning content creator market with a consumer-level mirrorless camera that aims to put video first By Gavin Stoker Published 
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 Yeti Silo 6G water cooler reviewCold drinks on the go, courtesy of a portable water cooler requiring zero external power? The Yeti Silo 6G may just have our hydration needs sorted By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Yeti Tundra 35 hard cooler reviewA tough plastic case in which to store cold drinks and barbecue meats this summer, is the Yeti Tundra a monster of chill? By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Celestron AstroMaster 102AZ telescope reviewThe Celestron AstroMaster 102AZ beginner's telescope is as readily suited to observing subjects on land as it is gazing heavenwards. Here's our review By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Binoculars vs telescopes: which is better for stargazing?We explain the differences between binoculars and telescopes for budding stargazers By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Types of telescope: Refractor, reflector, Newtonian or Dobsonian?We run through the jargon you need to know to make sense of the different types of telescope on the market By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 How to choose your first telescopeWe guide you through the terms you need to know and the specs to look for when buying your first telescope By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Celestron Inspire 100AZ refractor vs Meade Polaris 114mm reflector telescope: which intermediate telescope is best?Not a complete novice but don't want to break the bank? We compare the Celestron Inspire 100AZ and Meade Polaris; two mid-range telescopes for intermediate users By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Orion SkyView Pro 8 GoTo vs Celestron Nexstar 8SE: which high-end telescope is right for you?Want to advance your astronomy habit? We compare the Orion SkyView Pro 8 and the Celestron Nexstar 8SE telescopes to help you decide where to splash your cash By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Celestron 21039 PowerSeeker 50AZ vs National Geographic Refractor 60/700 AZ: which beginners' telescope is right for you?Looking to get started with stargazing? The Celestron PowerSeeker 50AZ and National Geographic Refractor 60/700 AZ are both great choice. We compare the two here By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Celestron Ultima 8x42 binoculars review: classic binos at an attractive priceThese classic-looking Celestron Ultima 8x42 porro prism binoculars are as suited to watching sports as spotting birds or wildlife in the raw By Gavin Stoker Published 
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 Monoculars vs binoculars: which is better for what activity?Two eyes are better than one, so does that mean you should always reach for a pair of binoculars? Not necessarily, as our monoculars vs binoculars comparison makes clear… By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
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 Bushnell Engage EDX 8x42 binoculars review: a super-sharp and solid set of binos for any weatherAs premium build all-weather water binos, the compact Bushnell Engage EDX 8x42 promise a best-in-class optical performance. Here's our review By Gavin Stoker Last updated 
