THE 111 HOTTEST GADGETS

Because it’s sometimes hard to keep track of all the amazing new gear that keeps coming out, here's our pick of the best new tech this year – covering everything from headline launches to surprisingly useful everyday upgrades

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CAM AND GET IT

From pocket shooters to pro-grade kit, these are the cameras and accessories changing how you capture, edit and share every shot

Panasonic Lumix TZ300

This pocket-sized travel camera packs a long-range reach that your phone can merely dream of. Its 15x optical zoom stretches from wide landscapes to distant wildlife, while the 1in sensor keeps images looking detailed and natural, aided by optical image stabilisation.

R14 700 (import)/panasonic.​com

Insta360 Luna Ultra

Refusing to let the likes of GoPro rest, Insta360 is now taking aim at pocket gimbal cameras with the Luna Ultra. It combines a 1in sensor with dual-lens imaging smarts, promising enhanced telephoto performance.

Rtba/ 180by2.co.za

GoPro Mission 1 Pro ILS

GoPro's latest offering takes its action cam formula in a very different direction. The Mission 1 Pro ILS swaps fixed optics for an interchangeable Micro Four Thirds mount, opening the door to a huge range of lenses. A 50MP sensor and GP3 processor promise strong low-light skills.

R15 500/outdoorphoto.co.za

UnifyDrive PixelMob

Before your eyes glaze over at a portable drive, this one's different. A full on-the-go workflow hub, the PixelMob combines SSD storage with a touchscreen, letting you back up footage directly from your camera without a laptop.

Rtba/ pixelmob.ai

Ricoh GR IV Monochrome

Ricoh's compact cams have a cult following, thanks to their ability to make room for a relatively massive APS-C sensor in a pocketable body. This one is perfect for creative street photographers with a penchant for pure black and white.

R34100/ ricohgr.eu

DJI Avata 360