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.

7 days • A week in photography

This week c. 1916 • TREASURES FROM THE HULTON ARCHIVE

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

Tamron 17-70mm for Sony APS-C cameras

Sigma launches three compact ‘I-series’ primes

2020 hit photo businesses, but signs of hope

Viewpoint Richard Sibley • Richard considers whether it’s okay if not everybody likes the same thing – whether your photographs, or indeed, condiments

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

From the archive • Nigel Atherton looks back at past AP issues

KIT LIST

Capture winter like a pro • Winter is coming and with it almost magical photographic opportunities. James Abbott shares the practical tips you need, to take your best winter shots ever

Snowy UK locations

Plan a winter photo trip

Capture perfect snow

Shoot seasonless seascapes

Shoot in any weather • Filters are like magnets for snow and rain, but using a lens hood and shooting HDR is a guaranteed way of maintaining detail while keeping your lens clear

STEP BY STEP

Exposure bracketing

LETTER OF THE WEEK

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Inbox • Email 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. Thanks for your understanding.

Join the Club • Based near Glasgow, this club plans plenty of local outings in the summer

Paisley Colour Photographic Club • William McMaster Community Centre, Donaldson Drive, Renfrew PA4 8LX

Those we lost • In 2020 the photographic world lost some towering talents. Steve Fairclough examines their lives, work and legacies

Appraisal • Ben Hawkins critiques photos from the final round of APOY – About Face

At a glance

Leica Q2 Monochrom • Leica’s specialist fixed-lens full-frame compact camera is a serious object of desire for lovers of black & white photography, says Andy Westlake

Focal points • Leica’s Q2 Monochrom presents a beguiling mix of the retro and the modern

Verdict

The RevoRing adapter

H&Y RevoRing VND+CPL filter • Michael Topham tests an innovative circular polariser and variable ND filter that fits multiple lens thread sizes

Multiple uses

Verdict

Polarpro Belay Camera Strap • Michael Topham assesses a well-designed strap that can be worn in three ways

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Ask the Experts

Buying Guide • Our comprehensive listing of key specifications for DSLR lenses

Final Analysis • Paul Hill considers… ‘Picnic at Glyndebourne’, 1967, by Tony Ray-Jones