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 WEEK’S CONTRIBUTORS

Major management changes at OM System

Calling all minimalists

Moonshine

Gnat what I had in mind

Polaroid’s so square

Viewpoint Gavin Stoker • It’s great to see new compact cameras, reckons our regular columnist, but he’d never buy one without this key feature

Chanel in Vogue • A veritable treasure trove for fashion, portrait and magazine fans, this is a beautiful book in every respect, says Amy Davies

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

Homo Mobilis: People/ Vehicles/Identity • £50, Lannoo Publishers, Hardback, 192 pages, ISBN: 9789020992359

Elliott Erwitt’s Kolor • £55, teNeues, Hardback, 304 pages, ISBN: 9783961717477

The beauty of what remains • The results of the CUPOTY CHALLENGE: Death & Decay, are in and everything from parasitic wasps to tree stumps and fishing spiders were put before the judges. The winner and a selection of finalists share their tips and techniques with competition co-founder Tracy Calder

Analogue in the age of digital • What is the state of analogue photography in our increasingly digital world? John Gilbey takes a look around and presents his findings

FILM STARS Made in Ilford (almost) • The name is familiar on films, but what do you know about their cameras? John Wade investigates

Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 • Amy Davies finds out if this small and lightweight macro lens is useful for more than just close-ups

Akara Labs Slim Skin Case for Fujifilm X100VI • Andy Westlake investigates a minimalist 3D-printed camera body case

Professor Newman on… Protection • Professor Newman speculates about the strange case of third-party lenses and the Sony A7 V

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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

THIS WEEK WE ASKED... • If you could take photos in any location in the world, where would it be?

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 • Alíz Kovács-Zöldi considers… Charlotte and Dolly, 2026, by Vanta Coda III