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

Tamron rolls out 16-30mm f/2.8 G2 lens

Northern exposure

Marilyn Stafford Award

Going, going, gone

No grey areas

New film digitising service

Nikon honours retailer’s 40th

Back-to-Back by Ricky Adam • A heartfelt chronicle of Leeds’ red-brick terraces, spanning nearly two decades from 2006 to 2024, this collection isn’t just about architecture; it’s a narrative of daily life, community, and the subtle beauty found in the ordinary, says Peter Dench

Paz Errázuriz: Dare to Look • MK Gallery, 900 Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes MK9 3QA until 5 October

As far as they’re concerned we are a normal family by Nik Roche

How to still make money from photography • Making a living from your camera is tough, but doable. Three photographers tell Geoff Harris how they are still able to profit from their passion...

Toby Jones • Harry Borden looks back on a shoot with an understated but accomplished performer who has become one of the country’s best-known actors

APOY Inspiration • If you’re planning to enter our Landscapes round, which launches next week, take these tips from three of last year’s top ten photographers

Sony FE 16mm F1.8 G • The Sony FE 16mm F1.8 G is billed as a petite powerhouse ultra-wide lens that delivers sharp results. Angela Nicholson takes a close look

Neewer Q200 • Neewer steps into the tube-shaped flash arena with a well-featured, battery-powered Q200 that brings the studio outdoors. Damien Demolder slips one into his camera bag to see if it’s as good as it looks

Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS • Wideangle, super-telephoto, close-ups… this lens can do it all. Andy Westlake puts it through its paces

Newell Rangha Max RGB-W LED light • Andy Westlake evaluates a relatively large and bright on-camera LED light

Tony Kemplen on the … Olympus 35RC • A classic 35mm compact rangefinder camera from the 1970s

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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... • Summer is here! What are you looking forward to photographing?

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

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

Buying Guide • Our comprehensive listing of key camera specifications

Final Analysis • Tracy Marshall-Grant considers… Rob Benson, Dublin, 1998 by Richard Gilligan