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

THIS ISSUE’S CONTRIBUTORS

More AI editing tools for Lightroom

Kodak big in Japan again

Remembering D-Day

Thypoch expands its lens options

Leica D-Lux 8 lands

Another highlight of Glastonbury

On Instagram: David Hurn • David Hurn’s images and Instagram posts combine to make an absorbing and entertaining book, writes David Clark

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

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

Beautiful bokeh • How do you get that lovely, creamy background blur in your photos? Rod Lawton explains what ‘bokeh’ is and the best lenses to achieve it

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

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

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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... • What’s the best photography advice you’ve been given? You said...

Readers’ favourite lenses • We asked you to share with us your favourite lenses. Here’s a wonderful selection of images taken with them

Prime time • The benefits of primes and why using one makes you a better photographer. Jeremy Walker explains why you should use fixed-focal-length lenses

Optic oddities • Break free from the creative shackles and the humdrum world of pin-sharp pictures and join Will Cheung on his search for alternative lenses to help you shoot photos chock-full of character

Manual Masterclass • Whether you’re a member of the autofocus club or enjoy getting involved, knowing how to make the most of manual focusing is an essential skill, says Will Cheung

Top glass • We speak to six professional photographers to find out their go-to lenses on a range of systems for quality results

Join the Club • This Devon-based club makes photography fun and accessible

Vivo X100 Pro • Vivo’s latest flagship smartphone is co-engineered with Zeiss. Joshua Waller finds out how it performs

Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G • It has a curious focal length range, which raises the question, who is Sony’s new 24-50mm zoom designed for? Richard Sibley finds out

Dirk Seyfried • Kent-based photographer Dirk Seyfried tells AP about the wideangle zoom he trusts for his landscapes

Shimoda Urban Explore 20 Backpack • John Huxley reviews a premium quality backpack that combines style with functionality

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

Final Analysis • Tracy Marshall-Grant considers… Shoulana and Mekhey at home by Carol Allen-Storey