Cameras & lenses
Camera bodies, lenses, filters, grips and accessories. Comparisons and setups to help you find a combination that suits you.
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ABOUT
GEAR & TECH.
I’m Simon Songhurst, the photographer and creator behind Gear & Tech.
I review consumer tech, camera gear, accessories and travel essentials, with a focus on how they fit into everyday life and creative work.
Behind the reviews / A creator’s perspective
A closer look at SANDMARC’s leather creator kit.
Watch review ↗Independent reviews.
Better-informed choices.
The aim is to help you understand what a product does, where it fits and what to consider before buying. From a camera lens to a power bank, the useful details matter.
For buyers & everyday users
Looking for your next piece of kit?
Explore camera reviews, consumer tech comparisons, phone accessories and travel gear. Watch product demonstrations and practical setup guides before deciding what suits you.
Find a review or buying guide ↗For brands, agencies & PR teams
Looking for a product reviewer?
Explore YouTube reviews, product videos, photography and written coverage for consumer tech, camera and travel brands. See the work, then send a collaboration brief.
Explore brand collaborations ↓What you’ll find here
CAMERAS, TECH
& THE KIT IN BETWEEN.
Gear for photography, filmmaking, work, travel and everyday use — with reviews, comparisons and practical setup guides.
Consumer tech & phone accessories
Phone cases, mobile filmmaking lenses, smart devices and the everyday accessories that support your setup.
Power & storage
Power banks, camera batteries, chargers, SSDs and card readers, for a desk, camera bag or day on the move.
Bags, carry & travel gear
Camera bags, slings, backpacks and organisers. A practical look at what fits and how it carries.
Filmmaking, audio & lighting
Compact filming setups, microphones, portable lighting, tripods and accessories for solo creators and small crews.
Editing & creator workflows
Pen displays, editing controllers, tethering and ways to connect your tools into a useful working setup.
See the work
A FEW REVIEWS
TO START WITH.
A camera lens, a laptop power bank and a compact sling: three examples of the products covered on Gear & Tech. Click a thumbnail to watch.
Cameras & lenses
SIRUI Astra 50mm T1.8An autofocus anamorphic lens, on the Lumix S5IIX.
Watch review ↗
Power & storage
A power bank for your whole setupAnker’s 25,000mAh laptop power bank, reviewed.
Watch review ↗
Bags & carry
Carry less with the GRAMS28 703The compact Bottle Sling, reviewed.
Watch review ↗How I approach a review
THE PRODUCT.
THE DETAILS.
THE EVERYDAY USE.
Specifications are a starting point. I’m interested in how a product fits into a real setup, the details that make a difference and the compromises worth knowing about.
- 01
Use it in context
Photography, filming, editing, travelling or everyday carry. Show the product in the kind of situation it is designed for.
- 02
Look beyond the headline features
Build, controls, comfort, compatibility, portability and what actually fits. The small details can shape the experience.
- 03
Explain who it suits
Make the strengths, limitations and trade-offs clear, so viewers can decide whether it belongs in their own setup.
- 04
Keep commercial relationships clear
Gifted products, sponsorships and affiliate links are disclosed. A commercial arrangement does not buy a positive review.
For brands, agencies & PR teams
WORK WITH
GEAR & TECH.
If your product is relevant to consumer tech, camera gear or travel, I’d be happy to hear about it. I create product-led content that shows what the gear is, how it works and who it’s for.
YouTube reviews & product features
Dedicated videos with hands-on demonstrations and a practical look at the product. The format, scope and editorial approach are agreed before work begins.
Short-form videos & demonstrations
Focused vertical videos, feature explainers and tutorials that make a product or setup easy to understand.
Website reviews & buying guides
Written coverage to support the video: product context, setup details, comparisons and useful links for viewers who want to explore further.
Product photography & content assets
Photography and supporting promotional content where it fits the brief. Deliverables, usage rights and any paid-media use are agreed separately.
A clear distinction: independent editorial reviews and commissioned promotional content serve different purposes. I’ll agree the right format with you and make the commercial relationship clear to viewers.
Let’s talk
HAVE A PRODUCT
IN MIND?
info@gearandtech.co.ukSend a short introduction and the details below. I’ll get back to you with suitability, availability and the next steps.
- 01The product
What it is, who it’s for and a product link. - 02The idea & deliverables
Review, demonstration, short-form content, photography or written coverage. - 03Timing & budget
Launch dates, any deadlines and the budget or proposed arrangement. - 04Usage & commercial details
Where the content will appear, any licensing needs and relevant affiliate or discount arrangements.
Before you get in touch
A FEW PRACTICAL
QUESTIONS.
Do you accept gifted products?
Yes, when the product is a good fit for the audience. Supplied products are disclosed, and sending an item does not guarantee coverage or a positive review. Please get in touch before sending anything.
Do you offer paid collaborations?
Yes. Paid work can cover production, agreed deliverables and content usage. The format, editorial approach and disclosures are agreed before the project starts.
Can a video be supported by a website review?
Yes. Written coverage can provide additional product information, setup details and useful links alongside the video. Scope is agreed as part of the brief; search rankings or traffic are not guaranteed.
Do you use affiliate links or discount codes?
Yes, where relevant. These relationships are disclosed and help support Gear & Tech. Affiliate arrangements do not determine the outcome of a review.
Can a brand reuse the content?
Usage rights are agreed for each project. Let me know whether you need content for your website, social channels, advertising or another use so that it can be included in the brief and quote.
