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 1939 • TREASURES FROM THE HULTON ARCHIVE
#appicoftheweek Win!
It’s good to share • Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week
At a glance
Leica M11 • Andy Westlake takes a first look at Leica’s redesigned and updated rangefinder, with its 60MP full-frame sensor
First impressions
Visoflex 2 electronic viewfinder
Canon to release no new flagship DSLRS
Nikon Z 9 ‘burst’ firmware available
Fast 45mm f/0.95 for mirrorless models
Sony hit by more camera delays
Taking breastfeeding photos to be outlawed
Minolta reborn in the USA
Books • The latest and best books from the world of photography
From the archive • Nigel Atherton looks back at past AP issues
Miller time • Peter Dench talks to Dod Miller, the modest man of photography, about his forthcoming book, Birdmen
Rising star over Svalbard • Graeme Chesters, our first Rising Star bursary winner, tells Geoff Harris about his first trip to one of the fastest-warming places on the planet
Graeme’s gear
Stephen Merchant • Harry Borden had to think on his feet when photographing writer, actor and director Stephen Merchant
Harry Borden
The repair shop • Peter Dench talks to two post-production experts making sure photographers perform in the spotlight
Top retouching tips • With a combined experience of more than 40 years, what are the pair’s top tips, do’s and don’ts?
Behind the print • James Abbott reveals the simple editing that brought his winter image to life and made it ready to print
PREPARING FOR PRINTING
James’ top tips
WhiteWall recommends
Starting from scratch • Whether you’ve bought a used camera that’s unknown to you, or you’re buying the latest model, there’s plenty to do before pressing the shutter for the first time. Michael Topham reveals his tips to setting up from new
Hone your camera skills • Kingsley Singleton speaks to three pro photographers about how they handle aperture, shutter speed and ISO to achieve the best results
Jeremy Walker
How to maximi se depth of field • The key to achieving sharp images from front to back is understanding how your lens works and understanding hyperfocal distance. Jeremy Walker explains all
Why it works • St Paul’s Cathedral, London
Jeremy’s top tips
Angela Nicholson
Get more from your lenses • From finding a lens’s sweet spot to understanding its controls, there are some easy steps you can take to get the most from your optics. Angela Nicholson explains
Making IS work for you • Handhold confidently and ditch your tripod more often with Angela Nicholson’s quick guide to image stabilisation systems
Find your safe shutter speed
KIT LIST
Ultimate guide to flash • Flash photography is a lot more accessible thanks to Speedlite flashes with TTL auto exposure, says Ian Pack
IAN’S TOP TIPS
Set up your camera for video • Ready to try out the movie mode on your camera?...