Nikita Achanta
Nikita is a Staff Writer on the Reviews team at Tom's Guide, and she's always on the lookout for the latest tech. She is a lifelong gaming and photography enthusiast, especially interested in wildlife and landscape 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 (which she says is the best investment she made), the Switch, and her Google Pixel 7 Pro. The last one is especially useful because of her obsession with astrophotography. She's also a licensed drone pilot.
In her downtime, Nikita can usually be found sinking hours into RPGs on her PS5, out on a walk with a camera in hand, at a concert, or watching F1 – but mostly shouting at the screen when her favorite driver spins out of a race. She’s also a fan of long-form explainer videos about existential and philosophical subjects, as well as tech explainers to satiate her thirst for knowledge as she believes you can never know too much.
Latest articles by Nikita Achanta
Kodak PIXPRO WPZ2 review
By Nikita Achanta published
The Kodak PIXPRO WPZ2 is a great compact camera that’s ultra rugged and super affordable. Despite a basic feature set, it takes surprisingly good photos and 1080P video.
I ditched my Google Pixel 7 Pro for the new Fujifilm X-M5 — here's why I won't be going back
By Nikita Achanta published
6.2K/30P video, vertical shooting, a 26.1MP sensor, and 20 film recipes make the Fujifilm X-M5 a winner — here's why it's one of my favorite cameras.
Fujifilm X-M5 review
By Nikita Achanta published
The Fujifilm X-M5 is a vlogging powerhouse that records 6.2K/30P and 4K/60P video and gives you access to 20 film recipes while being very easy to use and travel with — all for $799.
Fujifilm Instax Pal review
By Nikita Achanta published
The Fujifilm Instax Pal is a cute and portable digital camera that’s compatible with a range of Instax printers, it takes cool photos and it’s very easy to use — all for $9.
Lomography Lomomatic 110 review
By Nikita Achanta published
The Lomography Lomomatic 110 is a compact easy-to-use film camera that’s built really well, but its imaging capabilities leave a little too much to be desired.
Royal Kludge S98 review: A thing of beauty
By Nikita Achanta published
The Royal Kludge S98 is a fantastic mechanical keyboard offering a beautiful typing experience and a plethora of customization — albeit with a few shortcomings.
Fujifilm Instax mini Evo vs. Leica Sofort 2: Which instant camera wins?
By Nikita Achanta published
There's little that separates the Fujifilm Instax mini Evo and the Leica Sofort 2 — and one of those is a massive price difference. We compare the two to determine the better investment.
Lenovo Go Wireless Vertical review: An inexpensive wrist-saver
By Nikita Achanta published
The Lenovo Go Wireless Vertical is a very comfortable mouse to use, with onboard dongle storage and intuitive companion software but there’s some room for improvement.
Leica Sofort 2 review
By Nikita Achanta published
The Leica Sofort 2 takes lovely photos and gives you access to 100 different creative looks. Its premium build and modern design are sure to impress. But is it worth the $399 price tag?
PlayStation Pulse Elite vs. PlayStation Pulse Explore: Battle of the monochromatic gear
By Nikita Achanta published
We compare the latest additions to the PlayStation Pulse audio gear line-up to determine the better investment.
EarFun Air Pro 4 vs. EarFun Air 2 NC: Which budget ANC earbuds should you buy?
By Nikita Achanta published
What difference does $30 make? We take you through the key differences between two fantastic pairs of earbuds and help you decide which to buy.
DJI Neo vs. DJI Air 3S: Which drone is right for you?
By Nikita Achanta published
DJI launched two drones in 2024: an entry-level drone for the social media generation and another for serious content creators. We help you decide which is right for your needs.
Apexel TM6 TeleMacro lens review
By Nikita Achanta published
The Apexel TM6 TeleMacro lens boasts premium construction and universal compatibility. But macro performance is hit-or-miss and chromatic aberration ruins images.
Lomography Lomo’Instant Square Glass review
By Nikita Achanta published
The Lomography Lomo’Instant Square Glass produces great images in bright conditions and lets you take multiple and long exposures. But its flaws leave a lot to be desired.
The DJI Air 3S is the one drone I’d buy with my own money — here’s why it brings me unbridled joy
By Nikita Achanta published
4K video at 60fps, crystal clear wide-angle and medium telephoto stills, 10-bit D-Log M video, and more — here's why I've fallen in love with the DJI Air 3S.
Sonic x Shadow Generations is a nostalgia-filled serving that’s one of the series’ best — but it has one problem
By Nikita Achanta published
Sonic x Shadow Generations is exactly how a remake a re-release should be. But Shadow Generations is the better of the two games, offering unique gameplay, easily overshadowing the Blue Blur.
Lemokey X5 review: Premium gaming performance on a budget
By Nikita Achanta published
The Lemokey X5 is a great mechanical keyboard, bringing premium construction and fantastic performance to gamers and typists on a budget — albeit with a few flaws.
Sony PlayStation Pulse Elite review: Big sound, not-so-big price
By Nikita Achanta published
The Pulse Elite is a fantastic PS5 headset, offering immersive audio by using Tempest 3D tech and customizable audio profiles — but it has a few flaws worth considering.
DJI Air 3S review: The new gold standard for drones
By Nikita Achanta published
With 4K/60fps, D-Log M, vertical shooting, and a dual camera system for endless creative possibilities, the DJI Air 3S is a fantastic drone.
I test instant cameras for a living — here are the three worth buying right now
By Nikita Achanta published
Should you buy a Fujifilm or a Polaroid? Or a Kodak? We help you choose the best instant camera for your needs.
I photographed the Northern Lights with my Google Pixel 7 Pro — and the results blew me away
By Nikita Achanta published
What do you need to capture nature's most fascinating sight? The best camera is the one in your hand, and here's how I captured the Northern Lights with a smartphone.
Best instant cameras in 2024
By Peter Wolinski last updated
Here are the best instant cameras based on our testing
Corsair K55 RGB Pro review
By Nikita Achanta published
The Corsair K55 RGB Pro comes with six dedicated macro keys, media controls and it’s great for productivity. But its middling gaming performance, among other flaws, hold it back.
Cherry MX LP 2.1 review
By Nikita Achanta published
The Cherry MX LP 2.1 is a great low-profile keyboard to type and game on thanks to speedy switches, and its 65% layout makes it a great travel buddy. But it’ll cost you a pretty penny.
GravaStar Mercury K1 Pro review: If the Xenomorph could type, this is what it’d use
By Nikita Achanta published
The GravaStar Mercury K1 Pro will please sci-fi fans with its futuristic aesthetic, dual RGB systems and sturdy build and it offers a superb typing experience to back it up.
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