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

Amateur Photographer

Nikon’s latest full-frame camera drops the price – and the viewfinder

New Sony pro-spec primes for sports and wildlife

Small, affordable wideangle prime from Panasonic

Remembering Ian Berry

Last call to win big with your travel shots

Viva Vivo’s new phones

THE QUESTION • Do you enter photography competitions? If no, whynot?

Did you know?

Back in time 1990 • The reunification of Germany

New Yashica Y16 camera takes us back to 1959

AO, Let’s Go (and buy Jessops)

Important notice

Opinion David Crossland • Photographers are being fleeced by Alamy, reckons a long-time contributor

Changing the law! • When a photography project involves cats it’s a sure-fire winner, when it also helps to change laws that’s just a bonus, says Amy Davies

Eat your heart out • Manhattan’s favourite eateries are documented to perfection in this lovely book

Hold me close • The legacy of the notorious Gibson guitar is explored in this fantastic new music photography exhibition

Your best Photos • Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels. To see your photo here, post it on Instagram or Facebook with the hashtag

Amateur Photograp her of the Year • Your chance to enter the UK’s most prestigious com petition for amateur photographers

Picture Perfect • One genre. Three photographers. Three standout images, each revealing how vision, timing and technique come together in a single frame. For this issue, AP invited three photographers working in STILL LIFE to share one image they consider among their best. From split-second decisions to carefully crafted compositions, they reveal the thinking behind the shot, offering insight into not just how the image was made, but why it matters

Street Safari • For his new book acclaimed street shooter Alan Schaller points his camera at the animals that share our public spaces. Tiffany Tangen caught up with him

Don McCullin: Returning to Vietnam • Peter Dench joins the legendary Sir Don McCullin at a photo festival, finding out about a life well lived

Join the Club • Kidderminster Camera Club has been holding its weekly Monday meetings since 1906, and marked its 120th anniversary last year

Pentax: the end of the beginning? • As Ricoh ceases all Pentax K-mount DSLR production, John Wade reviews the life of this iconic brand

Canon RF 45mm F1.2 STM • A low cost f/1.2 prime lens – but what’s the image quality actually like? Amy Davies finds out

Neewer Q120 • Almost a studio in your pocket, this portable unit offers us easy off-camera flash without the weight and bulk, says Damien Demolder

Lensbaby Twist 28 • Lensbaby’s latest creative lens combines a wide-angle view with the swirling background effect of a classic Petzval lens. Angela Nicholson takes the Lensbaby Twist 28 for a spin.

Godox C100 • Andy Westlake tests a curious device that promises to work as both a camera and a lightmeter

Tony Kemplen on...