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.

Welcome

100MP medium-format Hasselblad

Viewpoint Joshua Waller • With mirrorless taking over, is it finally time we bid farewell to the DSLR?

It's good to share • Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week

Amateur Photographer

Inbox • Write to the Editor at ap.ed@kelsey.co.uk and include your full postal address. Please don’t send letters in the post as there is no one in the office to receive them. Replies are from the Editor unless otherwise stated

The art of the (used) deal • It’s a golden time to be buying second-hand cameras and lenses, whether pre-loved digital or classic film devices. Read on for some great deals from a selection of trustworthy dealers, along with buying and selling tips

A woman’s touch • Setting out to produce an alternative history of photography was always going to be a challenge, but the team behind A World History of Women Photographers have managed it extremely well, reports Tracy Calder

More than 100 essential technique tips

In the know: High ISO • High ISO settings are often needed in low light and for faster shutter speeds. James Abbott shows how you can embrace it while maintaining image quality and sharpness

Long-exposure troubleshooting • Long exposures can be truly sublime, covering a number of techniques and styles. James Abbott explains how to avoid common pitfalls in a variety of situations

Capture dynamic light trails • When the sun drops below the horizon, a new photographic world opens up – one where light and movement can be used to make urban environments pop with colour against a glowing blue sky

Lightroom fixes • Discover how to correct all manner of photo problems with these essential Lightroom techniques. James Paterson explains all

Get more from your lenses • Angela Nicholson explains how to make the most of your wideangle and telephoto lenses

Master perfect printing • Want to look good on paper? Our 13-step troubleshooting guide will help ensure that what you see on screen is what you get in print

Wild things • From perfecting fieldcraft skills to focusing on fast-moving subjects, four pro photographers offer expert advice on how to create your best wildlife photographs yet

The dog’s parabolics • AP Editor Nigel Atherton tries Rotolight’s versatile new softboxes

Join the Club • Celebrating a milestone anniversary this year, this club is for everyone

Canon EOS R10 • Canon’s junior RF-mount APS-C mirrorless model packs a lot of features into a small body. Andy Westlake sees how it stacks up against the competition

FILM STARS Photography’s colourful past • John Wade has been getting au fait with Dufay

BLAST FROM THE PAST Leica IIIf • John Wade looks at a late Leica screw-lens great

Buying Guide • Our comprehensive listing of key specifications for DSLR lenses

Final Analysis • Damien Demolder considers… ‘Riders, South Dakota, 2016’ by Matt Black