BACK WHEN I STARTED OUT road-testing camera gear (no, you don’t need to ask), in one particular review I wrote something about the packaging. The editor of the day, wielding the red pen (literally back then), told me in no uncertain terms that such details were an irrelevancy, and I would do better to concentrate more on the main topic. Yes, boss.
I’ve never mentioned packaging in a review again, but I’ve always inwardly commended any manufacturer who quite clearly went to a bit of effort in this department. Of course, I’ve been fortunate enough to unbox quite a few cameras along the way and – call me strange – I never tire of the thrill, especially if the test sample happens to be brand-spanking new and I’m the first…
