The 17 best photography websites

The best photography websites are there to provide both information and entertainment, whether you're a complete novice or an industry veteran. With how-to guides, gear reviews, industry scoop and boundless inspiration, they're a great source for keeping up with the latest photography news and honing your skills with new creative insight.

Below, we've spotlighted just a handful of the best photography sites online today, from sleek visual resources to daily news sites. You'll find an array of content, from professional reviews of the best photo editing software to hobbyist guides for the best camera phones, so no matter your level of expertise, there's likely a site that's perfect for your needs.

The best photography websites today

01. Digital Camera World

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We think the best photography website today is Digital Camera World, the world's fastest-growing photography site. We might be a little biased since it's our sister site and we see the guys at the Christmas party, but we find the site to provide a great balance between news, reviews, tutorials and inspiration.

It covers covering every aspect of image-making. There are thorough reviews and buying guides to help you choose what kit to use, from the latest mirrorless cameras to drones and accessories. Digital Camera World also provides informative tutorials on how to use that gear, along with news about the latest competitions, product launches and events. It's our go-to site for everything photography-oriented.

02. British Journal of Photography

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The British Journal of Photography has been around since 1854, and it's kept up with the times since then. Its website is a great accompaniment to the venerable magazine, serving up thought-provoking photography and fresh perspectives every day. It can be a great source of photography inspiration. Meanwhile, its student and professional awards are a great way to discover new talent – or, indeed, to get your own photography skills recognised.

03. Aperture

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Established in 1952, Aperture is a nonprofit publisher pioneering meaningful conversation in the photography sphere. Its digital publication showcases inspiring stories from the industry, with interviews, cultural analysis, and photographer spotlights to inspire. Alongside its online platform, Aperture's stunning magazine carries beautiful editorial flair that showcases the refinement of contemporary photography.

04. 500px

500px is a different proposition from most of the other sites on our list. It's a photo-sharing site that puts a focus on image licensing and getting exposure. Founded by Oleg Gutsol and Evgeny Tchebotarev, it's now owned by the Chinese stock image giant Visual China Group. The online photography community has a library of well over six million photos that can be a great resource for inspiration. There's also a blog and news.

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05. The Eye of Photography

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The Eye of Photography is a digital magazine collating all the latest news on photography. With a vast archive of content with new features published daily, The Eye is a great resource for keeping up to date and seeking out inspiration. It also features a section on Photo Events to keep you in the loop about festivals, auctions and exhibitions that you may be interested in (or even fancy entering yourself).

06. Photography Life

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Founded by a photography fanatic and with a roster of equally dedicated writers, Photography Life is an excellent source of news, articles and reviews. It's also a fantastic place to find plenty of how-to guides, from beginners' tips through to more advanced tutorials covering things like heavyweight technical matters and even running a photography business.

07. Fstoppers

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Starting out in 2010 as an online community aimed at educating and inspiring photographers, Fstoppers has grown since then into a massive photography resource that's packed with news, opinion pieces and tutorials. There's plenty of inspiration to be had from its gallery of users' photos, as well as its Photo of the Day competition, and its online groups are the ideal place to talk photography, share your work and get feedback from the community.

08. Camera Jabber

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Built by photographers for photographers, Camera Jabber offers up a nice mix of news, reviews and buying' guides on everything from phone cameras and DSLRs up to the latest action and 360 cameras. You'll also find a wealth of how-to material that'll take you through the photographic basics and on to more specific guides on things like editing your shots and building a portfolio. It's updated daily, and always worth checking in to see what's new.

09. PetaPixel

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PetaPixel is a website offering tutorials, news, kit reviews and features on individual photographers' work. The tutorials are imaginative and practical, offering videos and screen grabs to guide you through each step. Equipment reviews cover new cameras, lenses and more. News covers all sorts of interesting tidbits from the photography world, including some amusing ones.

10. DIY Photography

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Started in 2006 as a place for gear-lusting photographers, DIY Photography is a great place to pick up expert advice and read about the latest kit. Again written by photographers for photographers, it's heavy on the tutorials with hundreds of useful how-to articles online, plus a whole load of DIY tips that'll help you build your own gear rather than splashing out on expensive kit.

11. Cambridge in Colour

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Cambridge in Colour describes itself as a learning community for photographers. As well as tools and tutorials, it has an active online forum where you can seek answers to even the most obscure of your photography questions. There are over 20,000 active participants so there should always be someone to help you out. It's free to register so if you prefer to do your learning in a forum environment, this can be a handy resource.

12. Digital Photography Review

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Digital Photography Review has long been a popular destination for digital photographers, and it's bursting at the virtual seams with all the latest news and product reviews. In March 2023, the site announced that it would stop operations and remain only as an archive, but the site was bought by Gear Patrol, and as of June 2023, is again operating as before. It provides video tutorials, buying guides but the site is perhaps best known for its wide-ranging forums, where photographers and camera enthusiasts answer questions and discuss new products and techniques. There are even forums for specific cameras.

13. Behance

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If it's a creative community you're looking for, Behance is the perfect platform. Created as a space for creatives to share their work, Behance is home to countless users from all artistic sectors, and its photography section features a diverse collection of visual art. While it's a great place to find inspiration, it's also an invaluable tool for networking and discovering new photographers to connect with.

14. Strobist

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Strobist is about one thing: learning how to use off-camera flash to take photos to the next level. It takes a little patience to navigate its archive of 'assignments' to find the ones that interest you, but it's an invaluable resource for those starting to venture into flash photography as well as those who are looking for new ideas for ways to use their flashes. If you're a complete beginner at lighting, the free Lighting 101 course starts from the very beginning and covers all the theory you need quickly and succinctly.

Strobist is now archived, but its helpful content is still available to check out.

15. The Photo Argus

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The Photo Argus is an online resource for photographers from novice users to advanced pros. The site provides useful information, inspiration, techniques, photographer showcases and more. Find what you're looking for using the organised topic sections or browse through the Popular Posts and the most up-to-date articles on the homepage.

16. Photography Week

While not technically a website, Photography Week is a digital magazine, so we're including it here. Packed with beautiful photography, it offers heaps of fresh inspiration every week, along with creative ideas, must-try photo projects and video reviews, and straight-forward practical advice on how to get the best from your camera. It's designed specifically for mobile devices, and each issue features reader galleries, how-to articles and step-by-step videos.

Full disclosure: It's another of our sister titles, also made by Future Publishing. Get it on iPad and iPhone, Android devices or through Zinio for multiple devices, including computers.

17. Flickr

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Flickr is a photography website that probably doesn't need much introduction. It's heyday was in the first decade of the century, when it grew to become a popular photo sharing site with a strong community. However, successive takeovers and changes in policies coupled with the rise of social media mean it's not the site it was. However, it's still a great place to find photos for inspiration. A great feature for beginners is that many images are uploaded with the data on the gear, shutter speed, aperture and ISO used, which can be a good way to learn.

For more resources for photography, see our pick of the best monitors for photo editing.