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.
A week in photography
This week in 1960 • TREASURES FROM THE HULTON ARCHIVE
It’s good to share • Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week
Nikon Z 9 • Nikon’s pro full-frame mirrorless combines high resolution with impressive speed. Andy Westlake takes a first look
First impressions
Two new premium Z-mount lenses
Samyang’s first AF lens for X-mount
Billingham reveals Mini Eventer shoulder bag
Sigma releases 18-50mm f/2.8 lens for E, L mount
DxO updates PhotoLab and FilmPack
Viewpoint Jon Bentley • How do we use language and how is it constantly evolving when it comes to describing pictures?
Books & exhibitions • The latest and best books and exhibitions from the world of photography
From the archive • Nigel Atherton looks back at past AP issues
Photography for the future • Photography is doing a big job in raising awareness of climate change. Graeme Green speaks to four photographers leading the way
Cristina Mittermeier
CRISTINA’S TIPS
Sean Gallagher
SEAN’S TIPS
JAMES’S TIPS
James Balog
Vlad Sokhin
VLAD’S TIPS
Win!
No fuddy-duddies here
Amateur Photographer
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People power • The EISA Maestro 2021 contest was on the theme of Faces. We published the overall winner in our 25 September issue and the runner-up in 9 October. Here we showcase the final winner
The swarm • Peter Dench talks to Luis Tato about his impactful photographs of the devastating locust invasion in east Africa
Flights of fancy • Tim Flach’s new book project celebrates the beauty and wonder of birds. He tells Amy Davies all about his latest masterpiece
Refreshing By Chris Brown • Benedict Brain discovers the story behind ‘Refreshing’
DJI Mavic 2 Pro
The acoustic project • With his new book, The Day May Break, Nick Brandt makes a significant departure from his recent photo epics.
Nick Brandt on location
Take a step up • Fujifilm’s low-cost GFX system has put pressure on the second-hand market for digital medium format cameras so there are bargains to be had, says Damien Demolder
Hasselblad
My choice Hasselblad CFV-50
Pentax
My choice Pentax 645Z
Be a Christmas cover star • Would you like to see one of your images in print, on the cover of the world’s number one weekly photography magazine? If so, read on…
HOW TO ENTER
Tips for cover success
Fujifilm
My choice Fujifilm GFX 50R
Leica
My Choice Leica S (Typ 007)
Phase One/Mamiya
My Choice Phase One XF
Panasonic Lumix S 24mm F1.8 • Angela Nicholson takes a good look at Panasonic’s latest prime lens for its full-frame mirrorless cameras
Verdict
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