
Kimberley Lane
Kimberley Lane, E-commerce writer for Live Science, has tested a wide range of optical equipment, reviewing camera gear from Sony, Canon, OM System and more. With over 6 years of photography experience, her skills span across landscape and seascape photography, wildlife, astrophotography and portrait work. Her photos have been featured in a number of national magazines, including Digital Camera World and Cosmopolitan. She has also contributed to our sister site Space.com and Tech Radar, and she regularly uses binoculars and telescopes to stargaze in the dark skies of South Wales.
Latest articles by Kimberley Lane

Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM lens review
By Kimberley Lane published
Review Whether you're shooting tiny textures or dreamy headshots, the Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM delivers crisp detail, creamy bokeh and pro-level performance.

These powerful astronomy binoculars are now the cheapest they've been all year
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals The Celestron SkyMaster 25x70 binocular is fantastic for stargazing on a budget — now down to $82 at Amazon.

Astrophotography settings 101: A step-by-step guide to nailing your shot
By Kimberley Lane published
Master your night sky shots — step-by-step settings for beginners who want sharp stars, rich detail and stunning astro shots every time.

Beginner's guide to macro photography
By Kimberley Lane published
Learn the basics of macro photography — from gear to settings, and lighting to finding subjects responsibly.

5 underrated photography accessories you didn’t know you needed
By Kimberley Lane published
They may be small, but these accessories can make a big difference to your photography — and they won't break the bank.

5 common mistakes beginner astrophotographers make — and how to avoid them
By Kimberley Lane published
Avoid blurry stars and excessive noise — master these 5 common astrophotography mistakes to capture sharp, stunning night sky images every time.

Exposure triangle explained: A photographer's guide to mastering light
By Kimberley Lane published
Learn how aperture, shutter speed and ISO work together in the exposure triangle to help you take full creative control of your photography.

5 common mistakes beginner wildlife photographers make — and how to avoid them
By Kimberley Lane published
Spot these early errors to improve your wildlife photography fast — no new gear required.

Best headlamps 2025 — Lightweight, bright and long-lasting
By Kimberley Lane published
Whether you're navigating remote trails, photographing the stars or bird watching after dark, these headlamps offer dependable performance when it counts.

Five simple wildlife photography tips for better shots without fancy gear
By Kimberley Lane published
Capture stunning wildlife shots with the gear you already own — no fancy kit needed, just smart tips, good light and a bit of patience.

Best wildlife lenses under $1,000 — ideal for safari or even birds in the park
By Kimberley Lane published
These are the best wildlife lenses you can buy in 2025

Best lenses for wildlife photography 2025 — crisp, detailed wildlife shots
By Kimberley Lane last updated
These are the best wildlife lenses you can buy in 2025

Save on a stargazing favorite: Celestron SkyMaster 15x70 now just $79
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals Get closer to the stars with $10 off one of the best stargazing binoculars we've tested — now the same price as Prime Day.

Best cameras 2025
By Kimberley Lane last updated
We've seen price drops on our favorite cameras for previous Black Friday events. Now's the time to start looking for your next camera — we've rounded up the best models on the market.

Best lenses for astrophotography 2025 — capture the cosmos in detail
By Kimberley Lane published
These are the best lenses for astrophotography you can buy in 2025

Best macro lenses 2025: Get close to nature with incredible detail
By Kimberley Lane last updated
From flowers to fine textures, these macro lenses bring tiny subjects into sharp focus — find the perfect lens to elevate your close-up photography ahead of Black Friday.

Missed Prime Day? These camera, telescope and binocular deals are still live — just in time for the Perseids and Sturgeon moon
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals We've rounded up the best camera deals from Sony, Nikon, Canon and more — save $$$'s on your next mirrorless or DSLR camera.

Going, going, gone! Final Prime Day discounts on the best astrophotography gear ahead of the Perseids and upcoming Sturgeon moon
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals From cameras to star trackers and power banks — don't miss these Prime Day deals on astrophotography must-haves.

Last chance! The Canon EOS R8 is still cheapest at Walmart — just in time for the Perseids and late summer wildlife
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals The Canon EOS R8 is one of our favorite cameras for astrophotography, and you can get it at Walmart for under $1,350 before Prime Day ends.

Prime Day ends tonight! Binocular deals you should know about to see the moon and wildlife like never before
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Deals We've rounded up the best binocular deals on the market to help you save money — with options for all budgets and experience levels.

Last chance! Prime Day ends tonight — these are the camera deals we'd buy before they're gone
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Deals We've rounded up the best camera deals from Sony, Nikon, Canon and more — save $$$'s on your next mirrorless or DSLR camera.

Don't miss your chance to get the best beginner telescope before Prime Day ends — just in time for Saturn's return to the evening sky
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals There's no guarantee this price won't increase once Prime Day is over, so if you want one of the best telescopes for beginners, you'd better act fast.

Don’t miss out! The best beginner Canon deals we’ve found this Prime Day — just in time for the Perseid meteor shower
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals Now's your chance to save on Canon cameras, lenses and bundles for Prime Day — with beginner-friendly options for astrophotography, wildlife and macro photography.
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