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
Roberta Cowell by Maurice Ambler
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It’s good to share • Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week
Panasonic working on new AF systems
Man Ray image set to smash auction record
Sigma unveils lens trio in Fujifilm X-mount
Canon adds super-telephoto RF lens duo
WPO announces record entry in Pro categories
‘A Woman’s Work’ set to open on IWD
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
Home printing: still worth it? • Despite the ubiquity of cheap online printing services, Dave Kai Piper reckons home printing is still a great option – and it can really boost your creativity
SIX ESSENTIAL HOME-PRINTING TIPS
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B&W special • Learn to see in b&w, plus expert tips for urban landscapes & software skills
Reader Portfolio • Spotlight on readers’ excellent images and how they captured them
The Reader Portfolio winner chosen will receive a copy of Skylum Luminar AI worth £79. See www.skylum.com
Redressing the imbalance • To celebrate International Women’s Day, Amy Davies speaks to Hannah Starkey, who has spent the past 25 years framing what it means to be female
Familiar pleasures • Déjà View brings together the work of Martin Parr with the Anonymous Project’s unidentified vintage slides. Peter Dench finds out more
Johnny Vegas • Harry Borden looks back on two unusual shoots with the offbeat comedian, actor and writer
Harry Borden
For and against
Drop-in whenever • Landscape and nature photographer Guy Edwardes mulls over the pros and cons of drop-in filters for mirrorless cameras
EXPOSURE BRACKETING WITH DROP-IN ND FILTERS
Drop-in filter reviews
At a glance
Leica M11 • Leica’s updated rangefinder boasts a 60MP sensor and variable resolution raw file recording. Andy Westlake gives it a detailed examination
Focal points • It may look just like its predecessors, but the M11 boasts some significant updates
ISO and noise
Verdict
Nikon Nikkor Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR • Angela Nicholson takes a look at the third and most versatile DX lens for Nikon’s Z-series mirrorless cameras
Verdict
Vanguard VEO Adaptor S46 Backpack • Andy Westlake tries out a camera backpack that boasts an unusual and handy feature
Debrie Sept • John Wade discovers an unusual French combined still and cine camera
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 • Maria Falconer considers… ‘Etudes’ by Baron, 1955