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.
A week in photography
This week in 1947 • TREASURES FROM THE HULTON ARCHIVE
It’s good to share • Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week
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World’s first ever USB-C CFexpress card revealed
Benro unveils versatile Mini-Tripods
Sony updates 24-70mm f/2.8 pro standard zoom
Nikon to launch 22 more Z-mount lenses by 2025
Wiki reveals world’s best monument images
OM Digital Solutions raises lens prices
Books & exhibitions • The latest and best books and exhibitions from the world of photography
From the archive • Nigel Atherton looks back at past AP issues
Better images by design • Michael Freeman’s latest book, On… Composition, combines lots of newer and more classical approaches to help master this vital skill. Geoff Harris finds out more
Pairing, decrowding, matchmaking
Garden state
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The twilight zone • Julia Fullerton-Batten’s disconsolate portraits of her London neighbours during the Covid-19 lockdown is published in the book, Looking Out From Within. Peter Dench takes a peek inside
Abandoned moments • Steve Fairclough talks to US photojournalist Ed Kashi about his latest book, Abandoned Moments, a compilation of his work around the world
Lo-fi for less • Fancy some creative fun with lo-fi cameras but don’t want to pay Lomography-type prices? Reader Adrian Gray celebrates the stripped-back virtues of vintage box models
Buying and film advice • Box cameras regularly turn up at specialist dealers, eBay, car boot sales and in charity shops. So what to look for?
FILM STARS OM-Wonderful • John Wade celebrates the 50th birthday of an Olympus icon
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra • Amy Davies assesses Samsung’s latest quad-camera flagship phone
Verdict
Billingham Eventer MKII • Andy Westlake tries out a luxurious, but pricey, large shoulder bag
Buying Guide • Our comprehensive listing of key specifications for mirrorless lenses
Final Analysis • Zelda Cheatle considers... From 84 Days by Wasi Daniju, taken from a larger series, While we Wait