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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Leica SL3-P • Leica’s latest camera combines high resolution with impressive speed. Andy Westlake investigates

Two new SL lenses

Compact camera sales continue to rise

Major updates to Photoshop and Lightroom

From the frontline

Major RPS exhibition starts August

Interesting new lens duo

Big weather photo contest opens

THE BIG QUESTION • What’s the worst photography advice you’ve been given?

Suzanne Lenglen at Wimbledon

Instax printer promotion

Kodak Charmera Millennium Keychain

Godox iM30Pro

Lomography Sprocket Rocket camera

Twelve South Cable Stay

Opinion Gavin Stoker • What impact will the social media ban for under 16s have on camera sales?

False confessions and wrongful convictions • What can happen when coercion, isolation and intimidation forces people to confess to crimes they didn’t commit

Rebalancing history • A landmark exhibition celebrating the pioneering work of 27 Japanese women photographers is an absolute must-see, says Amy Davies

He’ll be back • A closer glimpse at the extraordinary life and career of a Hollywood icon

Parr’s final commission, at photography’s birthplace • Bringing one of photography’s most influential careers full circle, this exhibition highlights English eccentricities

Your best Photos • Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels. To see your photo here, post it on Instagram or Facebook with the hashtag

Picture Perfect BEST SHOTS: MACRO • One genre. Three photographers. Three standout images. AP invited three photographers working in the macro genre of photography to share one image they consider among their best. Each pro reveals how vision, timing and technique come together in a single frame.

Puffin paradise • For Drew Buckley, a three-decade long obsession with these colourful birds has yielded some fantastic results. He talks to Graeme Green about his methods

Join the Club • This friendly club has regular outings as well as fascinating speakers who give practical tips

Your Favourite Photographers... EVER! • Who are the greatest photographers of all time? We’ve previously asked industry experts, but you’ve now had your say! Jessica Miller collates the results from an Amateur Photographer community vote.

Amateur Photographer of the Year • Here are the top ten images uploaded to Photocrowd from Round One, Street, with comments by the AP team and our guest judge.

Sony Alpha A7R VI • Sony’s latest high-resolution full-frame camera gains a serious bump in speed. Andy Westlake takes a detailed look at what it has to offer

Leica Leitzphone / Xiaomi 17 Ultra • Quite probably the best smartphone in the world for photographers has two variants – one with a famous red dot. Amy Davies tells us more.

Tamron 35-100mm F/2.8 Di III VXD • With its unusual focal-length range, is Tamron’s zoom a breath of fresh air? Kingsley Singleton finds out.

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