Nikita is a Senior Writer on the Reviews team at Tom's Guide. She is a lifelong gaming and photography enthusiast, especially interested in wildlife photography. Having worked as a Sub Editor and Writer for Canon EMEA, she’s a bit of a grammar nerd (and a supporter of the Oxford comma), and has also interviewed photographers from all over the world and working in different genres.
A holder of two master’s degrees, the most recent one being in Magazine Journalism from Cardiff University, Nikita’s work has appeared in several publications such as Motor Sport Magazine, NME, Marriott Bonvoy, The Independent, and Metro. Her favorite tech includes the PS5, the DJI Air 3S, and the Fujifilm X-T50. She's also a licensed drone pilot and cameras expert so you'll find her testing those nearly every week.
In her downtime, Nikita can usually be found sinking hours into RPGs on her PS5, flying a drone, out on a walk with a camera in hand, at a concert, watching F1, or planning her next tattoo. You can follow her photography account on Instagram here.
Latest articles by Nikita Achanta

World Photography Day: 3 wildlife and landscape photographers explain why editing nature is a 'hazardous development'
By Nikita Achanta Last updated
I spoke to professional photographers Aleksander Nordahl, Christine Sonvilla and Marc Graf about AI in photography and their advice for future generations.

McAfee+ Premium review: Comprehensive online and offline protection at a low starting price
By Nikita Achanta Published
Editor's ChoiceMcAfee+ Premium offers comprehensive online and offline protection against viruses and scams. It's user-friendly, and the starting price is reasonable, too.

With its suave looks, class-leading battery life and phenomenal sound, the Marshall Stockwell III has become my go-to Bluetooth speaker
By Nikita Achanta Published
Editor's ChoiceThe Marshall Stockwell III is a beautiful portable speaker that can get very loud, and it boasts meaty bass and bright treble. It also packs a 40-hour battery.

The best mechanical keyboards in 2026: We reviewed 100+ models to find the best 'thock'
By Darragh Murphy Last updated
Whether you want full-sized or mini, wired or wireless, these are the best mechanical keyboards on the market right now.

Best cheap cameras in 2026
By Peter Wolinski Last updated
The best cheap cameras prove that image quality and budget prices aren't mutually exclusive.

The Epomaker RT100 Pro strikes a great balance between whimsy and functionality — and it’s so worth the $119
By Nikita Achanta Published
Editor's ChoiceThe Epomaker RT100 Pro is a lovely mechanical keyboard for typing, and it features a detachable screen that can be customized via web-based software.

I just tested audiophile brand FiiO’s first-ever gaming headset — and for just $69, it ticks almost all the boxes
By Nikita Achanta Published
The FiiO FG3 is a great and comfortable gaming headset boasting good mic performance, and it features a useful DAC with onboard controls. But it has some flaws.

‘It’s more of a lifestyle, a fashionable device, not just tech’: We Are Rewind’s CEO on how the Pink Floyd collab is turning cassette players into ‘collector’s items’
By Nikita Achanta Published
I spoke with We Are Rewind CEO Romain Boudruche about the inspiration behind the Pink Floyd WE-001, cassettes coming back, and his plans for future collabs.

The best cameras in 2026
By Peter Wolinski Last updated
Here are the best cameras you can buy in 2026, whether you need a mirrorless or action camera, a film camera or a drone.

These $149 In-ear monitors you probably haven’t heard of give Sennheiser a run for its money — they’re a must-have for audiophiles
By Nikita Achanta Published
Editor's ChoiceThe Sivga Lyrebird are comfortable IEMs with a quad-driver setup, and they boast incredible instrument separation, powerful bass, and clean treble.

The Edifier G5 Max delivers main character energy without the luxury price tag — here’s why it’s excellent
By Nikita Achanta Published
Editor's ChoiceThe Edifier G5 Max is supremely comfortable and boasts excellent, immersive in-game audio, up to 305 hours of battery life, and dual companion apps.

I’ve walked over 100,000 steps in the Scarpa Ribelle Cross 2 GTX — and they’re some of the most comfortable and grippy shoes I’ve tested so far
By Nikita Achanta Published
RecommendedThe Scarpa Ribelle Cross 2 GTX provides excellent traction on most wet and dry surfaces. They're comfortable, breathable and waterproof too.

I’ve spent a month testing this Lomography reloadable film camera — and for $27, it offers unbeatable value for money
By Nikita Achanta Published
RecommendedThe Lomography Simple Use Reloadable Film Camera takes retro photos and is easy to use. At just $27, it offers great value for money, but it has some flaws.

I tested the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro for a month to track workouts, check my stress, and monitor my sleep — and this $89 Apple Watch dupe is simply excellent
By Nikita Achanta Published
Editor's ChoiceThe Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro is an excellent sub-$100 smartwatch for tracking your workouts, sleep, and other metrics, and it's extremely comfortable too.

My 13-year-old Nikon DSLR has been battered, bruised, beaten and survived it all — it’s what made me fall in love with photography
By Nikita Achanta Published
I've owned the Nikon D5100 since 2013, and it's the camera that made me the photographer I am today. This is a love letter to the camera that started it all.

Best instant cameras in 2026
By Peter Wolinski Last updated
Here are the best instant cameras based on our testing.

I’ve tested a ton of cameras and drones in 2026 — and these are my 5 favorites (so far) from DJI, Canon, Leica and more
By Nikita Achanta Published
So far in 2026, I've reviewed 12 cameras and drones, and most of them have been great. I've rounded up my 5 favorite launches from DJI, Leica, Canon and more.

The Corsair Sabre V2 Pro is a mighty impressive mouse with 8,000Hz polling and 33,000 DPI — here’s why it’s great for FPS and esports
By Nikita Achanta Published
RecommendedThe Corsair Sabre V2 Pro is a great esports and FPS mouse with 33,000 DPI and 8,000Hz polling, and it's lightweight and comfortable. But it has a couple flaws.

I just tested the MSI Crosshair 16 HX E14W — and its effective cooling system and 240Hz refresh rate make it one of the finest gaming laptops today
By Nikita Achanta Published
RecommendedThe MSI Crosshair 16 HX E14W is an excellent gaming laptop with a 240Hz refresh rate and beautiful, accurate colors. Its cooling system is very effective too.

The JBL Xtreme 5 and Marshall Stanmore IV cost the same so which one should you buy? I’ve tested both and here’s what I think
By Nikita Achanta Published
Both the rugged JBL Xtreme 5 and the mains-powered Marshall Stanmore IV cost $399 each, so which one is right for you? Here's the one I'd pick.

The best tech of 2026 (so far): 26 products we've actually tested, rated and loved
By Peter Wolinski Published
Here are our favorite products from 2026 after 6 months of non-stop testing.

I just tested the ‘world’s first 6K touchscreen’ monitor — its color coverage and accuracy blew me away but its price tag brought me back down to earth
By Nikita Achanta Published
The Alogic Clarity 6K Touch boasts excellent color coverage and accuracy, and it features a responsive touchscreen, making it good for architects and creatives.

I’ve been testing the Fujifilm Instax mini 13 and it’s the put the fun back into instant photography — here’s why it’s perfect for basically everyone
By Nikita Achanta Published
Editor's ChoiceThe Fujifilm Instax mini 13 is pure fun. It's extremely easy to use, it takes lovely photos, and it features a Close-Up mode and an accurate selfie mirror.

I just tested the Honor Earbuds 4 — and for just £59, they boast surprisingly powerful sound and long battery life
By Nikita Achanta Published
The Honor Earbuds 4 are extremely comfortable, and they boast long battery life and powerful sound for just £59. But they have noteworthy shortcomings too.

The Marshall Acton IV won me over with its charming retro design and incredible sound — and it’s earned a permanent spot on my coffee table
By Nikita Achanta Published
RecommendedThe Marshall Acton IV is a charming, retro-styled home speaker that boasts detailed sound. It can be paired with other Homeline IV speakers too.
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