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

Top astro-contest winners revealed

Major retailer marks milestone (win a voucher too)

Going wild in the garden

Take back control with Voigtländer

Photo London x Nikon twin winners

Deutsche Börse winner announced

Get inspired by an AP writer

Black Chronicles: Photography, Race and Difference in Victorian Britain • An important – and beautiful – book that explores an undertold facet of Victorian life and photography, says Amy Davies

Mayflies

Hollywood Confidential

Wetterhorn • Graeme Green finds out why there’s more than meets the eye with this unusual landscape

Mind your language • Understanding the ‘language’ of photography and developing visual literacy is essential for improving your skills, according to a best-selling new book. Geoff Harris meets the author

The future meets the past • Richard Sibley uses the latest Adobe Photoshop filters and other AI software to edit, restore and bring old family photos back to life

Panasonic Lumix TZ99 • For travel and everyday shots, this ‘travel zoom’ compact is a good, dependable option – but there are some drawbacks, says Amy Davies

iPhone 16e • With just one camera, this budget iPhone feels a little underwhelming for photographers – but can it deliver good results? Amy Davies takes a closer look

Polaroid Flip • Joshua Waller tries out an all-new zone-focus instant camera with all the mod cons

Olympus M-1 • John Wade hunts down the Olympus that got away

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 the most memorable photo you’ve ever taken and the story behind it?

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

Join the Club • Meetings at Sittingbourne Photographic Society are warm, welcoming and varied

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 • Lathkill Dale, Derbyshire 1978 (from Lila) by John Blakemore