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

Win big with the world’s funniest wildlife photo contest

Leica announces its new CEO

Nothing fishy about this competition winner

End of an era for iconic Canon DSLR

New AI-powered binoculars

Viewpoint Gavin Stoker • What’s behind the recent drought of new cameras, wonders our regular columnist?

Deutsche Börse Photography Prize • Some unusual projects – but only one can win the £30,000 top prize. Amy Davies finds out more

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

After London

Feathered Elegance – A Photographic Celebration of Chickens

Too fast to live, Too young to… • On the 20th anniversary of Bob Carlos Clarke’s death, Damien Demolder looks back on Bob’s life with his wife, his agent and a photography historian

Small World, big legacy • Finished just days before Martin Parr’s death, a new edition of Small World marks the end of a long and close collaboration with publisher Dewi Lewis. Peter Dench finds out more…

Leica Q3 Monochrom • Damien Demolder tests Leica’s latest monochrome-only camera: a fixed-lens compact that can produce 60MP images and 8K video, and which comes with a collection of niceties and new features

Nikon Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR • Amy Davies tries out a versatile, lightweight and sharp everyday lens for APS-C format Nikon Z cameras

SmallRig RF10C Portable LED Video Light • Richard Sibley tests a portable spotlight for photo and video

Professor Newman on… Patently obvious • Professor Newman investigates the patents behind Nikon’s dispute with Viltrox

Why I think this is the best phone for city breaks • Ming Cheng, the winner of the HONOR Night Photographer of the Year contest, reveals how he got on in Barcelona with his prize, the HONOR Magic8 Pro phone

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... • Which photographer is inspiring you the most right now? (Famous or not) You said...

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

Join the Club • This welcoming club celebrates its 90th anniversary this season and is active in its community

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

Final Analysis • Tracy Marshall-Grant considers… Project: St Agnes Place Squat: Off the Grid (2003–2007), by Janine Wiedel