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

New Nik Collection

Another budget AF lens from Viltrox

Stripes won with tigers

Young film stars rewarded

Tasty-sounding Mint

Photoshop gets more AI updates

Winning with colour

The End Sends Advance Warning by Todd Hido • Despite its doom-laden title, Todd Hido’s new book is about hope and beauty, writes David Clark

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

Fujifilm X100 Series: Where style and substance collide • Fujifilm’s X100 series of compact cameras proves there’s still a place for cameras with a fixed prime lens, Angela Nicholson explains

The TECNO PHANTOM V Fold: skin-deep beauty • How does an experienced photographer get on with a smartphone she’s never used before? Denise Maxwell, a professional all-rounder, tries out the TECNO PHANTOM V Fold

Man of the pavement • Peter Mitchell has been photographing cities, especially Leeds, since the 1970s and is seen as one of Britain’s most important documentary photographers. As a career retrospective book is published, he talks about his life and work to David Clark

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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

American obsessed • Look at the USA, a book on post-9/11 America by Magnum Photos’ Peter van Agtmael, is a compelling meditation on war and society. Peter Dench talks to him

The growing popularity of compact digital cameras • Whether you’re after nostalgic-looking images or just want something small that fits in your pocket; technology, image quality, trends and price are all important factors to consider

Meet the GuruShots winners • AP showcases the very best images sent in by GuruShots users on the theme of Tell a Story

The best used prime lenses to buy right now • Don’t pay off-the-shelf prices for lenses – there are tons of fantastic primes on the second-hand market. Jon Stapley rounds up the best bargains

Go full-frame and save cash • While mirrorless cameras are now the dominant force in the camera market, the DSLR still has plenty of benefits to offer keen photographers and are great value for money too. Will Cheung compares two leading cameras from each camp

Video on a budget • If you want to get started with video, check out our top picks for budget-friendly used video cameras and accessories. Richard Sibley guides us through what you need

Readers’ best buys • You don’t need to splash out on new kit to capture great shots. There are some incredible bargains to be had second-hand. Our readers share their experiences and tips on buying used kit

Reader Portfolio • Spotlight on readers’ excellent images and how they captured them

The Nikonos IV-A – a ticket to adventure? • This waterproof camera was a mainstay of adventure photography in the 1980s, but could it still have a place in your kit? John Gilbey finds out

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