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 WEEK’S CONTRIBUTORS

The Fujifilm X100VI seems to be a hit

New Sony E-mount standard zoom

Call of the wild

OM-1 firmware update

Very fast prime lens for Sony E

World’s ‘smallest, lightest’ superzoom

Sigma aims for the stars

Wild Shetland Through the Seasons By Brydon Thomason • Shetland-born photographer Brydon Thomason’s book is a lavish celebration of the islands’ wildlife and landscapes, writes David Clark

Books & exhibitions • The latest and best books and exhibitions from the world of photography

A drowning world • Nick Brandt ventures underwater for the latest chapter of his global project exploring themes of environmental destruction. He tells Keith Wilson about the challenges faced and lessons learned

Frontline heroines • To mark International Women’s Day, Elizabeth Okoh reflects on her project, Women on the Frontlines

Sony Alpha A9 III • Sony’s latest sports and action camera is the world’s first with a global shutter. Andy Westlake finds out how it performs

Kodak Ektar H35N • Isabella Ruffatti tries out a retro half-frame 35mm film camera

How to make a poster • Ready to publicise your photography business with a special exhibition event? Then you’ll need a poster, and that’s a simple job in Affinity Publisher

Make the most of the coast • Seascapes present many photographic opportunities... from sweeping vistas and crashing waves to close-up details, human interaction and even the details beneath the surface. Emily Endean shares her diverse approach to exploring this varied landscape subject

Beyond the blues • Do you desire timeless classic sepia photographs? Angela Chalmers reveals how to create a nostalgic look by toning cyanotype prints

Amateur Photographer

Inbox • Write to the Editor at ap.ed@kelsey.co.uk and include your full postal address. Please don’t send letters in the post as there is no one in the office to receive them. Replies are from the Editor unless otherwise stated

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

Join the Club • This friendly club has a focus on learning together and having fun

Best Buys • A round-up of the AP testing team’s favourite and most highly rated kit, including both cameras and all kinds of accessories, across a wide range of price points

Final Analysis • Tracy Marshall-Grant considers… Springclean #4 2001 by Sian Bonnell