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 ISSUE’S CONTRIBUTORS

News review 2023 • A look back on the year’s photography highs and lows

The year AI hit home

Show your credentials

Technology never sleeps

Black & white thinking

Serve others with love • Devotion brings out the very best of the human spirit, photo legend Steve McCurry tells Damien Demolder, and helps give purpose to our lives

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

Pure fantasy can be a visual reality • Left feeling uninspired by the almost industrial design of Sony Alpha cameras, Italian photographer Andrea Pizzini set about creating AI-generated versions of his favourite cameras. He shares his thoughts with James Abbott about what this new technology means to him

Our images of the year • At AP we are very fortunate to view thousands of stunning images each year. It’s hard to pick just one but here are some of our favourites from 2023 and what made them stand out from the rest

Our writers’ choices • Those who contribute to AP see countless images throughout the year, so it takes a great deal for one to stand out. Here, four of our regulars choose the image that made an impact on them in 2023

Picture editors’ choices • Each year, the picture editors of every newspaper and media outlet sift through tens of thousands of images – some more memorable than others. Here, Peter Dench compiles a round-up of the most powerful photographs some of these visual editors have seen in 2023

Remembering the greats • Sadly, more great photographers died this year. Here’s our tribute – as photographers we are always standing on the shoulders of giants who’ve gone before

Fully booked • The best books of 2023 – as featured in AP – reveal another bumper year for book publishing, says Amy Davies

AP out and about • Rarely do you find a member of the AP team without a camera to hand, whether we’re testing gear, shooting features, attending events and workshops or just out and about having fun outside of work. Here’s a selection of our favourite photos taken in 2023

Mini marvel • The compact, battery-powered SmokeNINJA adds a creative touch of mystery and impact to your shoots

Top cameras and lenses of 2023 • Andy Westlake rounds up the standout cameras and lenses of 2023, and picks out some key industry trends

OUR FAVOURITE KIT OF 2023

Readers’ best purchases • We asked you to name your favourite piece of photography kit that you purchased this year. Here’s a selection of what you bought!

Amateur Photographer of the Year • Here are the top ten images uploaded to Photocrowd from Round Ten, Low Light, with comments by the AP team and our guest judge

The APOY 2023 winners • This year’s Amateur Photographer of the Year competition was particularly tightly fought. Here are your winners…

Buying Guide • Our comprehensive listing of key camera specifications

Final Analysis...