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

Two new Sigma lenses

A Perfect Cloud

Leica SOFORT 2 instant camera

Studio lighting masterclass

Announcing our Emerging Talent Award

Duo of Google Pixel smartphones

Only Human: Aneesa Dawoojee • AP’s Power of Photography winner’s major solo exhibition at the RPS is hugely well-deserved, says Amy Davies

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

The camera that killed the DSLR 10th anniversary of the Sony A7 • Ten years ago, Sony launched the Alpha A7 and A7R, the vanguard of a mirrorless revolution that would change the camera market forever

Wild at heart • The results of this year’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year have been announced – Amy Davies spoke to some of the winners to find out more about their stunning pictures

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

Join the Club • Rhondda Camera Club is an active club and has also won several trophies

Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II • Sony’s updated premium wideangle zoom promises high-end optics in a compact package, but does it deliver? Andy Westlake takes a close look

Nanlite Compac 100B • Nanlite’s Compac series of flat LED panels offer a large, diffused light without the bulk of a softbox. Damien Demolder tests the 100B

Tamron 70-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD • Is this bargain, lightweight telephoto zoom lens a good buy for Nikon Z mount? Amy Davies finds out

Benro Cyanbird tripod kit • Andy Westlake tests a lightweight, stylish tripod kit

Paxette Super IIL • John Wade discovers a versatile and affordable 35mm rangefinder

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

Final Analysis • Tracy Marshall-Grant considers… Chip thinking of Dumas, by Sarah Lee