Amateur Photographer

Amateur Photographer is the world’s oldest weekly photographic magazine, established in 1884. It is the respected authority for news and reviews, with detailed tests and investigations on the latest equipment. The weekly contents include interviews and columns from many of the world’s leading photographers and practical technique to inspire and enthuse the devoted readership, to whom taking photos is far more than just a hobby. Essential reading for those interested in buying photographic equipment or wanting advice about improving their picture taking. Amateur Photographer is published 51 times a year. Subscribe now and save money on the retail price.

Welcome

THIS ISSUE’S CONTRIBUTORS

Fujifilm X half • If may look like a mini-X100, but Fujifilm’s latest camera is an entirely different beast. Andy Westlake gets hands-on

Sony grips and commands

Bright monitor from Viltrox

Sebastião Salgado dies at 81

Honey, that’s a great idea…

Viewpoint Peter Travers • Modern cameras are actually decent value, says seasoned Canon watcher, Peter Travers

From the archive • This week the AP time machine travels back to this month in 1962 and 2014

Hope • Travelling the globe to capture our planet’s biodiversity, this important book shows a master at work, says Amy Davies

Black Earth Rising: Colonialism and Climate Change in Contemporary Art

Ralph Gibson.

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

A decade of memories • One tragic night in Kenya sparked a global conservation movement that, through the power of photography, has raised over £1.2 million. Jade Burrell finds out more

Puffin • An unusual view, this image was highly commended in the Nature Photographer of the Year 2024, Animal Portraits category. Amy Davies tells us more about it

Nikon Coolpix P1100 • With a 125x zoom and DSLR-like handling, this bridge camera could be very popular – but little has changed from its predecessor. Amy Davies finds out more

Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS • This is the longest lens available for Sony E-mount users, but does it really make sense? Andy Westlake finds out

Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS Sports • It has a big body and a big price, too. But with excellent image quality and handling, this telephoto zoom is great value for money, says Damien Demolder

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THIS WEEK WE ASKED... • What was your first camera and do you still use it? You said...

3 Legged Thing Alana Docz kit • Andy Westlake tests a large and sturdy carbon-fibre monopod kit

A changing world • American photographer Dudley Edmondson grew up with a shortage of prominent black role models in photography, natural history and conservation – something he’s worked to rectify for future generations in his work. He spoke to Graeme Green

APOY Inspiration • If you’re planning to enter our People and Portraits round, take these tips from three of last year’s top ten photographers

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

One Step Beyond… • Steve Fairclough has the inside story of the eye-catching group photo for the cover of the 1979 Madness LP, One Step Beyond…

Cross to Bear • Paul Goldstein was the winner in the Black and White category at Nature Photographer of the Year 2024, for this image – a composition of control and chaos, writes Peter Dench

A lifelong obsession • For wildlife...