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

Canon releases three more EOS R lenses

Major Tom (exhibition)

LCE photo contest now open

New Nikon zoom for video

Apple snaps up Pixelmator editing tools

Get skin-tone aware with Tecno

Marvin E. Newman: Photographs 1949-1983 • For fans of mid-century Americana, this is a must-have book, says Amy Davies

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

Ready to play? • The EISA Maestro 2024 photo contest was on the theme of Sports and Games. Here we showcase the excellent images by the International winners

A surreal weekender • Jessica Miller joins Tracy Calder for a weekend macro course at West Dean College in Sussex

FILM STARS A good idea at the time • The rise and fall of APS cameras, documented by John Wade

Nikon Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena • Nikon’s ‘Plena’ lens is sold on the idea of superb optical sharpness and is an ideal focal length for portraits – but is it worth the high price-tag? Amy Davies finds out

Moonside MagLight • Amy Davies tries out a powerbank that’s also a colourful LED light for your phone

Tony Kemplen on the … Minolta Dynax 5 • A lightweight 35mm SLR that shows off all the advantages of automation

Lord of the dance • He might claim to have two left feet, but Jon Raffoul has made a name for himself in the world of dance photography. Here he talks to Tracy Calder about flexing his creative muscles

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... • What’s your favourite photo of all time?

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

Join the Club • This friendly, welcoming club in Weston enjoys fun projects during practical evenings

Best Buys • A round-up of the AP testing team’s favourite and most highly rated kit, including both cameras and all kinds of accessories, across a wide range of price points

Final Analysis • Tracy Marshall-Grant considers… Ardoyne, Belfast, 1988 by Mike Abrahams