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

Flickr Foundation to preserve important images

Contest seeks positive images of ageing

One Shell of a bird picture

Landscape audio book

Helping youngsters create through photography

Viewpoint Amy Davies • Does anybody actually use their smartphone’s pro modes? Or are they a marketing gimmick?

The American West by Ernst Haas • Magnum photographer Ernst Haas captured the essence of the American West in this stunning collection of images, as Amy Davies discovers

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

Free (or cheap) photo activities • Britain has hundreds of low-cost (or free) photo attractions and resources that will keep your shutter firing when times are tough, as Tracy Calder reveals

Cold snaps • Images from Nansen’s polar expedition of 1893-96 remain influential for scientists, explorers and photographers today. A new book showcasing them all is a fascinating read. Author Geir O Kløver tells Amy Davies all about it

Tabletop treasures • Amy Davies asks three photographers to explain how to photograph miniatures, models and tabletop scenes all from the comfort of your own home – the ideal winter photo project

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

Reader Portfolio • Spotlight on readers’ excellent images and how they captured them

Fujifilm X-T5 • Fujifilm’s traditionally styled 40MP model is a sensational camera for enthusiast photographers. Andy Westlake puts it through its paces

Google Pixel 7 Pro • Joshua Waller finds out whether this new flagship smartphone can deliver when it comes to image quality and photographic features. Does it offer enough to tempt you away from the likes of Samsung and Apple?

Domke Camera Backpack • Richard Sibley reviews Domke’s first foray into the world of backpacks

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

Final Analysis • Peter Dench considers... House of Jokes, Central Dr, Blackpool, 3rd May 2021 by Hannah Platt