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 ISSUE’S CONTRIBUTORS

OM System OM-3 • This new Micro Four Thirds model places cutting-edge tech in a stylish retro body design. Andy Westlake takes a first look

Three updated OM System optics

Canon again looks to compacts to boost sales

More Sony award winners announced

Lomography’s instant square deal

‘Unpublished Photo’ contest now open

Exploring Indonesia

Viewpoint Amy Davies • Looking for a way to save some cash? Buy an expensive smartphone…

Streic! 84-85 Strike! • It’s been more than 40 years since the start of the Miners’ Strike. This wide-ranging exhibition looks at the impact it had on communities

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

Get your pictures published • There’s nothing like getting your best images in national newspapers or magazines. Nature pro Andrew Fusek Peters reveals how it’s done

Fujifilm X-M5 • Amy Davies finds out if the small yet powerful Fujifilm X-M5 delivers the goods for both stills and video shooters

Viltrox AF 28mm F4.5 VCM ASPH ED • It’s the smallest and cheapest autofocus lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Andy Westlake finds out whether this tiny optic is more than just a gimmick

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

Amateur Photographer of the Year • Here are the top ten images uploaded to Photocrowd from Round Ten, Open, with comments by the AP team and our guest judges

The APOY 2024 winners • This year’s Amateur Photographer of the Year competition was particularly tightly fought. Here, and over the page, we present the winners…

SECOND-HAND CLASSIC Fujifilm X-T4 • Succeeded by the X-T5, the X-T4 remains a stellar mirrorless camera and better still, all for less than £1,000

Professor Newman on… Simple rules for DOF • Professor Newman’s five rules for how to get the best depth of field (and stop worrying about it so much)

Full-frame DSLR bargains • You don’t need to spend a fortune on full-frame! Jon Stapley scours the second-hand market to find the best deals on DSLRs

Revitalise your photography • Has your photo mojo gone walkabout and your creativity down in the doldrums? Are you suffering from gear overload? Will Cheung has plenty of ideas on hand to help reignite your passion and streamline your kit

Cold hard cash • Want to free up some money to buy some new gear? Amy Davies shows you a number of ways to get rid of your old stuff…

Low-budget low-fi • Exploring budget-friendly analogue photography: Mike Crawford looks at experimental options to save costs and inspire creativity

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