Amateur Photographer

Amateur Photographer is the world’s oldest weekly photographic magazine, established in 1884. It is the respected authority for news and reviews, with detailed tests and investigations on the latest equipment. The weekly contents include interviews and columns from many of the world’s leading photographers and practical technique to inspire and enthuse the devoted readership, to whom taking photos is far more than just a hobby. Essential reading for those interested in buying photographic equipment or wanting advice about improving their picture taking. Amateur Photographer is published 51 times a year. Subscribe now and save money on the retail price.

Welcome

THIS ISSUE’S CONTRIBUTORS

New Samyang 35mm lens for Sony

Kodak updates bridge camera

Feed your head

New mid-range Samsung phones

Cascable photo app update

Heart-rending image wins nature contest

New Lomography film compact

Viewpoint Gavin Stoker • The mania for full-frame sometimes has our columnist scratching his head

100 Photos That Changed The World • A stunning reminder of the power that photography has to shape key moments in history, says Amy Davies

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

The Gourmand’s Mushroom. A Collection of Stories and Recipes

Ka Me Ra: Modern Japanese Architecture through the Photographer’s Lens

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

Immersive quality • Bill Ward spent a decade in the ocean, developing a unique style of abstract seascape. As he releases Immersive, a new book of ICM photography, he tells Peter Fenech how it combined his passions for acting, surfing, and photography

Top of the shots! • Spring is in the air, so if you feel like whistling, why not whistle a song about photography and cameras? Geoff Harris shares some classic cuts

Three X’s in Havana • With their smaller APS-C sensors Fujifilm makes some great cameras for travel photography, but which one is best? Nigel Atherton took three to Cuba to find out

SECOND-HAND CLASSIC Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II • It’s over a decade old, but there are still plenty of reasons to choose this popular Micro Four Thirds camera

Excire Foto 2025 and Excire Search 2026 • Excire Foto 2025 and Excire Search 2026 claim to add order to unmanageable photo collections. Will Cheung puts them to the test

Peak Design Slide Lite • This is one of the best camera straps you can buy, says Andy Westlake

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THIS WEEK WE ASKED...

Purple Rain By Ron Slenzak • The designers broke out of the confines of a movie poster to create an unforgettable LP cover, writes Steve Fairclough

Join the Club • This welcoming club has various activities and mainly aims to enjoy the image-making process

How C.I.M.E. Lab is bringing community and affordability to film photography • A north London-based film lab is opening new avenues for photographers by repurposing motion-picture film for stills shooters. Jon Stapley meets the founders to learn more

Cashing in with old digital cameras • As part of our money-saving special, we meet an enterprising young couple who’ve built a strong business selling cameras you couldn’t give away a decade ago...

Can you still survive as a pro? • Making a living as a pro photographer is harder than it’s ever been. Two pros, Ian Tennant and Scott...