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

Global travel contest winners unveiled

New film raises questions about ‘Napalm Girl’

The Americans

Next AP Student Roadshow confirmed

Fast, wideangle Canon RF zoom

Major OM System launch incoming

Remembering George Hughes

The Creative Body: Photographs 2014 – 2024 by Siân Davey • Here is a collection of poignant and important series from one of Britain’s best contemporary documentary photographers, says Amy Davies

In glorious technicolour • A new supersized volume looks at the wonderful world of the colour photochrom, circa 1900. Amy Davies spoke to one of the book’s authors to find out more

Risky business • Great pictures happen when fleeting elements come together to form an aesthetically pleasing moment, says fashion and beauty photographer Ian Hippolyte. But it helps if you’re willing to take risks, he tells Damien Demolder

Canon EOS R1 • It’s super-fast and super-expensive, but does Canon’s flagship camera make sense for anyone but professional photographers? Andy Westlake finds out

Taking a long shot • Emily Endean goes out of her comfort zone to test the Fujifilm XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR long telephoto prime

Urth Variable ND64–1000 Filter Plus+ • Angela Nicholson takes a close look at a high-end variable neutral density filter from Urth

Returning to 35mm • How an unlikely introduction to a Nikon F2AS turned a 35mm sceptic into an advocate. David Clapp shares his story

Amateur Photographer

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... • Have you created or published your own photobook?You said...

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

Join the Club • This club is active in its local area of Worthing and embraces all levels and genres of photography

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

Final Analysis • John Wade considers… Boulevard du Temple by Louis Jacques Mandé Daguerre, 1838