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.

7 days • A week in photography

This week in 1940 TREASURES FROM THE HULTON ARCHIVE

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

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Canon EOS R3 • Andy Westlake takes a first look at Canon’s high-speed professional full-frame mirrorless camera

First impressions

Compact, lightweight RF 16mm F2.8 and 100-400mm telezoom

Olympus reveals two upcoming lenses

Smaller, lighter DJI gimbal

Ricoh GR IIIx announced with new 40mm lens

Sigma 24mm F2 and 90mm F2.8 DG DN

Deutsche Börse prize winner chosen

World’s first full-frame 35mm f/0.95

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

Exploring new avenues • The global pandemic has changed the very nature of street photography over the past 18 months. Steve Pill speaks to three very different pros about new briefs, adapting techniques, and what the future holds

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NO TIME TO DIE

Neil’s tips

“MINIATURE MASTERPIECE”

Craig’s tips

Not a portrait

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Gilden edge • Peter Dench introduces himself to the work of iconic street photographer Bruce Gilden and his recent book, Cherry Blossom

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

Winning kit from MPB • The gear our winners used can be found at MPB

ROUND SEVEN WINNER, YOUNG APOY

The 2021 leaderboards

CAMERA CLUB COMPETITION

Behind the print • A candid night scene that ticked all the boxes. Dave Fieldhouse explains how he got his shot print ready

PREPARING FOR PRINTING

Dave’s top tips

WhiteWall recommends

Hit the streets • Three top photographers share their secrets for capturing successful street images

A cut above • Peter Dench talks to 34-year-old photographer and traveller @paperboyo, whose clever paper cut-outs have made him a social media sensation

Two decades of iN-PUBLiC street photography • Over the past two decades, iN-PUBLiC played a big role in popularising street photography as an approach, so where does it go now? Its founder Nick Turpin explains more

Street smarts • A smartphone is the perfect tool for capturing life on the street. Amy Davies discovers why in this guide

Editing your street pictures on the go • Damien Demolder explains a simple way to boost your street shots, all within your smartphone

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Best smartphones for street photography • Our pick of the finest smartphones to appeal to photographers

Dench on street • Regular AP contributor Peter Dench considers how his approach to his craft could be used by wannabe street photographers

Life happening • Helen Levitt recorded tiny everyday happenings to build a wider picture of humanity on the streets of New York, says Damien Demolder

People power • The EISA Maestro 2021...