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
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AP picture of the week • Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week
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OPPO adds Hasselblad imaging technologies
Iconic NASA images under the hammer
Panasonic unveils flagship 25.2MP Lumix GH6
Luminar Neo editing app launches
Canon trims EF lens range to focus on RF
Whale shark image wins UPY 2022
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
First Dan • Leading film photographer Dan Rubin shares his insights into getting the best results, particularly if you are scanning negatives, with Geoff Harris
Dan Rubin
DAN’S FAVOURITE FILM CAMERAS
Recommended labs to try • Dan favours the following film-development labs
LETTER OF THE WEEK
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Inbox
Join the Club • This welcoming Midlands club regularly places in local and regional competitions
Club essentials
Dismal photographs • A set of brooding tintypes by celebrated American photographer, Sally Mann, of a swamp in America with a dark history, has won a top award. Peter Dench finds out more
Raising the game • An increasing number of young shooters are rediscovering analogue. Here, the Grain Gurls tell Geoff Harris all about their group for female film photographers
Can analogue photography be eco-friendly? • Film has moved on from dodgy chemicals going down the sink. Industry experts share insights with Mike Crawford
FILM STARS Autofocus – who needs it? • John Wade reviews some of the last great manual-focus SLRs
Not only, but also…
What to pay
Forgotten classics
At a glance
Ilford Ortho Plus • Looking for something different to put in your film camera? John Gilbey takes a look at Ilford’s unusual Ortho Plus film
Verdict
Samsung MicroSD PRO Plus / EVO Plus • Joshua Waller tests some tiny and reliable microSD memory cards
Buying Guide • Our comprehensive listing of key specifications for mirrorless lenses
Final Analysis • Peter Dench considers... ‘Untitled 2016’, by Stephen Swain