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

OM System OM-5 • OM System has introduced its second new camera; this time, the OM-5 updates the E-M5 Mark III and sits underneath the flagship OM-1. Joshua Waller goes hands-on

Viewpoint Andy Westlake • Canon needs to let other companies make third-party RF-mount lenses, argues Andy Westlake

Books & exhibitions • The latest and best books and exhibitions from the world of photography

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

A bigger bang • Bonfire night is almost here. James Abbott shares some useful techniques and approaches to capture firework images you’ll enjoy all year round

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

Join the Club • This club’s ethos is to have fun while learning and sharing skills

Finding Nemo’s Garden • Giacomo d’Orlando tells Jessica Miller about his Nemo’s Garden documentary project, and being shortlisted in Environmental Photographer of the Year

Vantage point • The latest winners of the prestigious Landscape Photographer of the Year competition have been announced. Here’s a selection of our favourites

The hole picture • Swapping high-quality lenses for primitive pinholes and zone plates may seem a backward step, but as lensless authority Jon Tarrant explains, it can enhance your creativity – and is a lot of fun

Google Pixel 6A • Joshua Waller finds out if this entry-level phone still delivers the high-quality images expected from Google

SECOND-HAND CLASSIC Nikon D500 • Snap up a used D500 for a grand and you’re on the way to superb sport, action and wildlife shots

Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 • Panasonic expands its range of L-mount primes with this ultra-wide lens aimed at landscape shooters and videographers alike. Jon Devo puts it through its paces

Datacolor Spyder Checkr Photo • Andy Westlake assesses a pocket-sized tool for getting accurate colours

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

Final Analysis • Tim Clinch considers... Bhukan Singh and Gurmeet Kaur, 2021 by Kavi Pujara