Amateur Photographer

Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Amateur Photographer is the world's oldest weekly magazine for photography enthusiasts. With its unique weekly format, it is the first for news and events, plus features on techniques, equipment tests and darkroom advice. It appeals to those interested in buying and learning about digital and film photographic equipment, wanting advice on improving their technique, and learning about the greats in photography. Regular features on reader portfolios, darkroom, digital, black & white and photographer profiles ensure all areas of photography are covered. With an audience of dedicated photography enthusiasts.

Welcome

THIS ISSUE’S CONTRIBUTORS

The Photography Show returns – save money on tickets

Abstract excellence

Young person’s rail pass

Camera market: positive news

The human element

The people have chosen

Sony regional winners

It's good to share • Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week

Best used cameras under £500 • Jon Stapley scours the second-hand camera market to find its most outrageous hidden bargains

All for under £1,000 • Whether you’re buying new, second-hand or part exchanging, it’s possible to purchase high-quality kit that gives you superb shots for less than a grand – as these AP readers prove.

Fujifilm GFX100 II: the medium format ground-breaker • Class-leading autofocus, superlative image quality and highly effective noise control make the Fujifilm GFX100 II the medium format mirrorless camera that grabs attention

Angela VanWiemeersch, Long Canyon, Utah • Peter Dench discovers the process behind this dramatic award-winning capture

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OM System OM-1 Mark II • Andrew Fusek Peters gives his first impressions on the new OM-1 Mark II and M.Zuiko 150-600mm IS lens

Make the most of your camera – now! • All your photographic adventures start with the camera, so making the most of its potential will improve your images. It’s as simple as that, says Will Cheung, and here are a few ideas to get you on the right track for 2024

Get the best price for used kit • The market for used cameras remains buoyant, so how do you get the best price when you sell on your kit or part exchange? Geoff Harris shares some tips from top retailers

Top 10 DIY photography hacks • Claire Gillo shares her tricks of the trade so you can get professional-looking images on a tight budget!

Don’t despair, get it repaired • When you’ve invested heavily in lenses, and you’re comfortable with the handling and functionality of your camera, getting it repaired can be a better option than buying new, says Tracy Calder

Film on a budget • Film expert Mike Crawford shares his advice on how to keep costs down when it comes to analogue photography

Off-camera flash on a budget • Elevate your photography with flash. Callum McInerney-Riley is your guide

Reader Portfolio • Spotlight on readers’ excellent images and how they captured them

Meet the GuruShots winners • AP showcases the very best images sent in by GuruShots users on the theme of Photogenic

The Kiev 4A: a camera with history • This classic rangefinder camera offers an economical alternative to other, more famous, brands – but how good is it? John Gilbey takes a look

Bradley Langton • Lancashire-based photographer Bradley Langton tells AP why he couldn’t be without his trusty Nikon D750

Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE • This...