James Abbott
James is an award-winning freelance landscape and portrait photographer, as well as a highly experienced photography journalist working with some of the best photography magazines and websites with a worldwide audience. He’s also the author of The Digital Darkroom: The Definitive Guide to Photo Editing. www.jamesaphoto.co.uk
Latest articles by James Abbott
![Hand reaches out for one of the best drones](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZNrKSgq2fS9tezqJ73o6CS-320-80.jpg)
Best drones 2025: Discover the ultimate drones
By James Abbott last updated
These are the best drones on the market, with camera and flight performance that will impress even the most demanding pilots — and there are great deals to be had this Black Friday.
![The DJI Flip drone, in white with four propellers is mid flight with clear blue skies behind it and one small grey cloud just below it.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7zRuTeuQQWsHGycbBybur8-320-80.jpg)
DJI Flip drone review
By James Abbott published
The DJI Flip is a sub-250 g drone with multiple control options and the ability to capture 4K 60 FPS video and 12MP/48MP photos.
![Panasonic Lumix S5IIx on a tree branch](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7kK7pHDNXApnwt7Vesae5H-320-80.jpg)
Panasonic Lumix S5IIx review
By James Abbott published
Review The Panasonic Lumix S5IIx is an impressive full-frame camera that doesn't cost the earth and delivers impressive features and performance.
![Ruko U11MINI drone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ALFTZqczf6pCXrVJNF54pY-320-80.jpg)
Ruko U11MINI drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Ruko U11MINI is a lightweight beginner drone with a multitude of plus and minus points that don't make it the most straightforward option.
![Panasonic Lumix GH7 with a 15mm f/1.7 lens attached](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GwSBDPXR5UtVa5QfJfYFuS-320-80.jpg)
Panasonic Lumix GH7 review
By James Abbott published
Review The Panasonic Lumix GH7 is Panasonic's flagship G-series camera with features and functionality covering both professional photo and video capture.
![Panasonic 15mm f1.7 Leica Summilux DG ASPH](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fcfZUn8UHMo3fWszNaqdEe-320-80.jpg)
Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 15mm f/1.7 ASPH review
By James Abbott published
Review The Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 15mm f/1.7 ASPH is a Micro Four Thirds prime lens offering an equivalent focal length of 30mm.
![Panasonic Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S attached to a Panasonic GH7](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/F53CHedK7qV4YEuaV5WbFe-320-80.jpg)
Panasonic Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. review
By James Abbott published
Review The Panasonic Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. is a high-quality telephoto prime offering excellent image quality alongside a 400mm equivalent focal length.
![DJI Air 3S in flight](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2S35nshpfbgCpsHQXyvDJ4-320-80.jpg)
DJI Air 3S drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The DJI Air 3S builds on what was available with the DJI Air 3 thanks to a 1-inch sensor in the main camera and next-level obstacle avoidance.
![DJI Neo in flight](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LYmjifCiASQDaTgXUxuyRm-320-80.jpg)
DJI Neo drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The DJI Neo is a sub-250 g drone with several control options. It can capture 4K 30 FPS video and basic 12MP photos.
![DJI Mavic 3 Pro-Drone in flight (21 by 9 format).](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MY9NZ5SVPaZFJi4YAxtCDo-320-80.jpg)
Drone regulations: everything you need to know for safe and legal drone flight
By Gavin Spoors, James Abbott last updated
Discover the rules and regulations you need to know for safe and legal drone flights in the United States.
![Best beginner drones being flown by a child](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yYb4Dpev75X5b6PRkivTWa-320-80.jpg)
Best beginner drones 2025: Easy to fly and affordable models
By James Abbott last updated
Our picks of the best beginner drones are all easy to use but still offer excellent flying experiences with a good range of features, from brands including DJI and Potensic.
![DJI Mavic 3 Pro one of the best camera drones in flight.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ghGmngbhNuroY8axpDvwHo-320-80.jpg)
Best camera drones 2025: Take your aerial photos and videos to the next level
By James Abbott last updated
Buying guide The best camera drones come in various designs, but they all share the best image-capture capabilities.
![Man uses one of the best FPV drones to take photos and videos](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BagdKBv7VuYSgU47V4YJjS-320-80.jpg)
Best FPV drones 2025: Enjoy immersive drone flight
By James Abbott last updated
Experience the most unique flights possible with the best FPV drones where you can flip, roll and dive the drone. Here are our favorites.
![FPV Drone in flight during Black Friday deals](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UhiD8GKcaW9gQQUdaD9q2h-320-80.jpg)
Should I buy an FPV drone in the Black Friday deals?
By James Abbott last updated
Black Friday is undoubtedly the perfect time to buy a ready-to-fly FPV drone kit with savings almost guaranteed.
![Drone in flight during black friday drone deal sales](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sNGuQaTveer9xpdPZX5Dh5-320-80.jpg)
Should I buy a drone on Black Friday 2025?
By James Abbott last updated
With Black Friday just around the corner, November could be your best opportunity of the year to snag yourself a quadcopter bargain.
![Ruko F11 Mini in flight](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/o5345ZmUNa6rFr2g868uX3-320-80.jpg)
Ruko F11 Mini drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Ruko F11 Mini is a budget sub-250g drone that flies well and could be a great option for learning flight controls, but image quality isn’t one of its strong points.
![Emax Tinyhawk III Plus Freestyle RTF Kit Emax Tinyhawk III Plus Freestyle RTF Kit drone with batteries attached](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FECSsRU54skWEzPGjVyfm-320-80.jpg)
Emax Tinyhawk III Plus Freestyle RTF drone kit review
By James Abbott published
Review The Emax Tinyhawk III Plus Freestyle RTF Kit is an inexpensive introduction to FPV drones with impressive all-round performance.
![DJI Mini 4K in flight](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aLkanaHZcANA7xuA2xoc8d-320-80.jpg)
DJI Mini 4K drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The DJI Mini 4K brings 4K video to an entry-level DJI drone for the first time to offer beginners a great drone at a reasonable price.
![Holy Stone Sirius HS900 in flight against a cloudy blue sky](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cVcodFjhgK2goNVA8MLRZc-320-80.jpg)
Holy Stone HS900 Sirius drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Holy Stone HS900 adds another attractive option in the sub-250g drone category thanks to great flight performance.
![Autel EVO Max 4T in flight](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CeYSBuUt6JGzw3xK4DanhT-320-80.jpg)
Autel EVO Max 4T drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Autel EVO Max 4T offers three cameras alongside a Laser Rangefinder and professional-level functionality making it one of the best drones available for enterprise applications.
![Review photo of the Veeniix V11](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HW8TU2QoNFKwnjvLn6vJmL-320-80.jpg)
Ruko Veeniix V11 drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Ruko Veeniix V11 is a basic model full of promise but, unfortunately, doesn't quite deliver.
![DJI Avata 2 in flight](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6geE3Cik24fxoDiQ5ppZJV-320-80.jpg)
DJI Avata 2 drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The DJI Avata 2 offers an incredibly tantalizing FPV experience that can be as simple or as complicated to fly as you require.
![Holy Stone HS360S drone flying against a blue sky with white clouds](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DGaQbVU4HNziZmfYfvpWqP-320-80.jpg)
Holy Stone HS360S drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Holy Stone HS360S is a budget sub-250 g drone with lots to like but weak camera performance.
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