If you are looking for a relatively inexpensive and compact four section tripod bundled with a three-way pan and tilt quick release head, the Velbon Sherpa 750R we have reviewed is worth considering.

Lexar has moved to replace its entry level 133x Pro-spec compact flash card with a 233x UDMA card. We test the new card to work out if Lexar has made the right move.

Sigma has completely redesigned it 24-70 EX DG (full frame) medium zoom. We had a close look at a prototype of the new Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM at Photokina 2008, which is smaller and promises to be sharper than its predecessor.

Sigma has produced a Mark II version of its technically interesting DP1 enthusiasts' compact digital camera, the DP2. We've had a look at one while at Photokina and discover the key differences between it and its predecessor.

At Photokina 2008 camera manufacturers have been keen to show how their special ruggedised models can cope with some serious abuse. We've video recorded some of the demonstrations that put the cameras on the rack, including a camera smashing machine on the Olympus booth.

Leica is back in the DSLR business with the surprise revelation of a 37 megapixel DSLR system that is positioned in-between high-end 35mm-derived DSLRs and medium format DSLRs. We've been having a look at what the Leica S2 offers.

(UPDATED) Sigma has quietly unveiled its new SD15 Foveon X3-equipped DSLR at Photokina. There aren't many details yet, but we have some pictures of the SD15 from the Sigma booth.

3D cameras and viewers, as well as printing services, could be with us by the end of next year if Fujifilm's strategy goes to plan. Products and solutions are being demonsrated at Photokina this week.

At Photokina 2008, a sexy new pocket superzoom steals the limelight at the Samsung press conference, while the company emphatically denies any interest in acquiring Pentax. And there is no further news on its plans for a hybrid system camera.

A new higher-spec mid-range E-system Four Thirds DSLR, with articulating LCD, has been previewed by Olympus here at Photokina, in Cologne, Germany. Only a mock-up was shown, but the new model has a close physical resemblance to the Olympus flagship E-3 model, though it will be more affordable.