Gavin Stoker

Gavin Stoker

Gavin has over 30 year experience of writing about photography and television. He is currently the editor of British Photographic Industry News, and previously served as editor of Which Digital Camera and deputy editor of Total Digital Photography. 

He has also written for a wide range of publications including T3, BBC Focus, Empire, NME, Radio Times, MacWorld, Computer Active, What Digital Camera and Rough Guide books.

He also writes on a number of specialist subjects including binoculars and monoculars, spotting scopes, microscopes, trail cameras, action cameras, body cameras, filters, cameras straps and more. 

Latest articles by Gavin Stoker

Swarovski AX Visio 10x32

Swarovski Optik AX Visio 10x32 smart binocular review

By Gavin Stoker published

Can a claim to be the world’s first artificial intelligence-enabled smart binocular justify the premium being charged for the Swarovski Optix AX Visio 10x32 over a fully analog alternative?

Technology
Kenko VC Smart Cellarto 10x30 WP

Kenko VC Smart Cellarto 10x30 WP image stabilized binocular review

By Gavin Stoker published

One of the smallest image stabilized binoculars out there, but is the Kenko VC Smart Cellarto 10x30 WP a big deal for wildlife watchers and stargazers alike?

Technology
two people stood next to tripod mounted binoculars against the night sky

Best binoculars for stargazing 2025: Take a walk through space

By Kimberley Lane last updated

Unlock the night sky with the best binoculars for stargazing designed to capture stars, planets, and distant galaxies — our top picks

Technology
A child holding one of the best binoculars for kids in a forest

Best binoculars for kids 2025: Beginner binoculars and toys

By Gavin Stoker last updated

The best binoculars for kids should be lightweight, compact, and easy to handle — explore top picks before Amazon Prime Day arrives next week.

Technology
Jase Parnell Brookes using a pair of binoculars

Best binoculars 2025: Our picks for stargazing, bird watching and observing wildlife

By Gavin Stoker last updated

Find the best binoculars for wildlife, stargazing, tracking athletes, or plane spotting — check out our top picks.

Technology
Olympus 8x42 Pro binoculars close up

Olympus 8x42 Pro binoculars review

By Gavin Stoker published

The Olympus 8x42 Pro are a great choice for bird watchers and nature lovers.

Technology
Close up Canon 10x20 IS Binoculars.

Canon 10x20 IS binocular review

By Gavin Stoker published

Compact and judder free, the Canon 10x20 IS binoculars are perfect for nature-lovers and hikers.

Technology
Close up photo of the Bushnell Forge 15x56 binoculars

Bushnell Forge 15x56 binoculars review

By Gavin Stoker published

Big, bold and beautiful, these robust Bushnell Forge 15x56 binoculars marry powerful magnification to a large and bright objective lens for sharp viewing from afar.

Technology
Close up photo of the Canon 10x42L IS WP binoculars

Canon 10x42L IS WP binoculars review

By Gavin Stoker published

The Canon 10x42L IS WP are premium waterproof binoculars with a battery powered integral image stabilizer.

Electronics
Close up photo of the Olympus 8x25 WP II binoculars

Olympus 8x25 WP II binoculars review

By Gavin Stoker published

The Olympus 8x25 WP II are some of the best compact binoculars that money can buy.

Electronics