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.

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THIS WEEK’S CONTRIBUTORS

New compact zoom from Samyang

David Bailey receives music gong

Pick your favourite weather winner

Small is beautiful, says DJI

Fab Four photography book reissued

New premium Sony macro lens

Rewind by Soulla Petrou • From Britpop to house, Rewind celebrates a golden era while preserving the legacy of artists, scenes and friendships that shaped a generation

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

Inferno & Paradiso by Alfredo Jaar

Silent Portraits by Axel Kirchhoff

Prints matter • Print Matters is a new project that uses iconic photography to raise money for a mental health charity. Steve Fairclough spoke to photographer Lawrence Watson and gallery owner David Hill to find out the inside story…

Light after loss • After her brother died, photographer Jo Ritchie found herself unable to pick up a camera. But with a portrait series, she has built a community that turns loss into light, resilience and hope, writes Peter Dench

Pages of memory • Giving single-use cameras to people living with dementia, The Photobook Project reveals moments of honesty, beauty and connection, challenging stereotypes and proving that every perspective matters. Peter Dench finds out more

End to begin • Photographer Gavan Goulder chose January to walk the length of Sri Lanka. His End to End trek raised money for charities, while helping him confront pain, test resilience, and rediscover photography, writes Peter Dench

FILM STARS The same but different • John Wade looks at how roll film camera makers tried to fight 35mm

Google Pixel 10 Pro • The Pixel 10 Pro improves on the 9 Pro, but does it do enough to impress? Joshua Waller reviews Google’s new flagship camera phone

APOY Inspiration • If you’re planning to enter our Animal Kingdom round, which launches next week, take these tips from three of last year’s top ten photographers

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THIS WEEK WE ASKED... • Autumn is here! What are you looking forward to photographing? You said...

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

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

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

Final Analysis • Peter Dench considers... The Centre for Living Things by Diana Lelonek