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 1952 • 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

X factor: Theta updates 360 camera

JOBY unveils latest range

Syrp rebrands: products join Manfrotto range

Samyang reveals full-frame 135mm AF lens

Holocaust Memorial Day photo winners

UK ‘hoarding’ 10 billion images on phones

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

Two of a kind • The results of the CUPOTY Challenge are in. The winner and a selection of finalists share their tips and techniques with competition co-founder Tracy Calder

Ugly cameras

Amateur Photographer

Inbox

Club together • Launceston Camera Club were runaway winners of APOY’s inaugural camera clubs category in 2021. Here, they explain the secrets behind their success

Bear faced truth • The story behind The Book of Veles by Jonas Bendiksen is as extraordinary as the fake news business that motivated it. Peter Dench, a real-life human, finds out more

Study with David Tipling

Fight or flight • While it is relatively straightforward to take portraits of birds in our garden, David Tipling shows how to capture them in action. Don’t miss his upcoming AP workshops, too

KIT LIST

Why it works

At a glance

Fujifilm X-T30 Mark II • Fujifilm’s new X-T30 Mark II is the update to the X-T30, with some subtle updates, so let’s dig deep to find out what’s new. Joshua Waller puts it to the test

Focal points • The retro design is functional as well as good looking, with direct access to most settings

ISO and noise

Verdict

Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary • This small and affordable large-aperture zoom for APS-C mirrorless offers impressive quality and value. Andy Westlake takes it for a spin

Verdict

Data file

Vallerret Skadi Zipper Mitt PSP • Angela Nicholson tries these clever zip-open mittens specially designed for photographers

SIZE

Nikkorex F • John Wade discovers a Nikon that’s really a Mamiya

Best Buys • A round-up of the AP testing team’s favourite and most highly rated kit, including both cameras and all kinds of accessories, across a wide range of price points

Final Analysis • Tim Clinch considers... ‘Wildfire’ by David Uzochukwu, 2015. From the series: In The Wake, 2015- 2020