Digital Camera issue 78 on sale now!

It's hard to believe it's that time already, but at least the summer grey-out is over.

Autumn's definitely where it's at, photographically-speaking. We've got some digital techniques that'll really help you make the most of your camera this month – even if the full rush of seasonal change has yet to make it to your neck of the woods. Our creative autumn projects, both outdoor and indoor, kick off on page 47.

You'll also find all the info on the hottest new cameras – the Nikon D90 and Canon EOS 50D – in this month's Gear section. Autumn is the time manufacturers reveal their big cameras for Christmas and you can expect even more surprises in the next issue, too…

Do you want ice with that? - Suspend animation by freezing a leaf in ice and creating a really cool piece of fine art.

Nikon D90 reviewed - Could this spell the end of the video camera? Nikon unleashes a DSLR that shoots hi-def videos in low light.

Falling for it! - Learn how to turn a portrait into a masterpiece of burnished copper, tumbling leaves and golden tones.

Pro interview: Brutus Osling - We interview the bird photographer who's creating a flap in the nature photography world.

Beijing Olympics - Four sports photographers share their amazing shots from China.

Stunning silhouettes - Ben Birchall explains how to shoot silhouettes with the wow factor and use light creatively to make those outlines count.