A new concept in photography for me, the new reporter style bag from Vanguard. With a week in Lisbon shooting stock photography, the new Vanguard Uprise Messenger bag became a camera bag, airport carry-on and even a man-bag. Meet the most versatile addition to my photography kit.

Part Two on my GF-1 testing. Three weeks of shooting snow capped mountains and frozen lakes, the GF1 and Sigma 10-20 on test in tempuratures as low as -20C. A review of an already acclaimed wide angle favourite, this time on the Panasonic GF-1. With full hi-res images to download, make your judgement about this super wide combo as I summise the pros and cons...

A review of Lightroom 3 Beta. A comparison between the highly acclaimed Lightroom 2.6 and the new incarnation of this award winning RAW processor. With new features and functionality, as well as some comprehensive updates, will Lightroom 3 entice new users into the Adobe arena, or is it simply stretching the monopoly with unnecessary features?

Running out of power? Are you reserving your enjoyment in the air, switching off to stay in contact or keep shooting? Time for a rethink perhaps. Introducing the iWalk and iUp-13200, essential kit for the photographer on the move. Power blocks that will extend the life of your laptop and iPhone, keeping you working for longer, backing up making those long plane flights feeling shorter.

Do you want a compact 12mp system that almost rivals a 5D, fits in your pocket and produces knockout results? A landscape camera capable of truly remarkable images, with RAW output that will literally make you double take? A hiking companion without compromise? Bridging the gap at last, the GF-1 has me spellbound.

For landscape photographers tripod head is personal preference, but if you havent yet tried shooting with a ballhead then its time to reconsider.

Vanguard SB100 and 300 ballheads bring quality high spec ballheads into an affordable sphere, with features and build only found on expensive niche products until now. If you are a considering an upgrade and the choice seems overwhelming, then start by considering the Vanguard range as you are in for some surprises.

Looking for a lightweight tripod? Are you thinking there are only two companies that can be relied on 100% then its time to think again. Perhaps it's just down to a little education; well I know it was in my case.

An in-depth review of the Vangaurd Alta-Pro 283CT, a compact carbon fibre tripod to rival all others in field. A broken leg and a trip to the USA got me smiling with content as I fell in love with this sturdy, lightweight and above all versatile tool that got me photographs I would not have considered attempting to take.

Are you like me, forever unsatisfied with your photographic outdoor clothing? Always overheating, or not warm enough? Lacking in pockets, or indeed sensible ideas? Well let me introduce you to a quality outdoor system that will deliver all that you need without a ridiculous price tag, designed by photographers for photographers.

After first discussions about this concept over the telephone with Stealth Gear's managing director, I have to say I was slightly apprehensive. Photography suits always mean those geeky beige photo vests to me, 'nerd ware' for holding everything that's in your camera bag anyway. SG had certainly got my mind whirring as the idea behind the suit was one of simplicity and a straightforward approach.