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

‘Vlog-friendly’ Nikon Z50II arrives

Sony honours Susan Meiselas

On your bikes

Big Societies event returns

Motorsport shooters get set

Super-rare Leicas go under the hammer

RPS Award winners

Joel Meyerowitz: Temporal Aspects • An early pioneer of colour photography finds a natural home in Florida, says Amy Davies

The Tapestry by Erik Madigan Heck • This beautifully crafted tome blends together painting and photography in an exquisite fashion, says Amy Davies

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

Flying high • Aviation photography sounds glamorous, but what’s it really like as a full-time job? Air-to-air specialist Lloyd Horgan talks to David Clark about his work and career to date

Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.4 • A nifty fifty for the Z mount, with a wide aperture and an affordable price. Amy Davies finds out more about it

Colbor W100 • This is a remarkably powerful miniature bi-colour LED light that fits in small spaces and weighs less than a can of drink, says Damien Demolder

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

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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... • How do you back up and store your photos? You said...

Samsung Galaxy A55 • The A55 is cheaper than Samsung’s S-series phones, but what’s missing? Joshua Waller finds out

Jupio x Pr1me Tri-Charge • Andy Westlake tests a USB-C charger for three camera batteries

Olympus OM30 + Zuiko AF lens • John Wade discovers an early autofocus SLR from Olympus

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

Round Seven: The Best of the Rest • The APOY judges choose their favourite images that didn’t make the top ten of our Macro category

Portrait prestige • The winners of the prestigious annual portrait prize have been revealed. Amy Davies finds out more about them

State of the nation • An epic new book celebrates the work of Magnum photographers through the decades and across the States. Amy Davies spoke to one of its editors to find out more

Women of resilience • A major new exhibition offers a glimpse into life in conflict zones from Iranian and Afghan women photographers who draw inspiration from their personal experiences, Peter Dench writes

Hidden truths • An award-winning new book by Tariq Zaidi promises to challenge misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding the often-misunderstood country of North Korea and its people. Peter Dench finds out more

Meeting this year’s Oskar winners • The winners of this year’s Oskar Barnack Award, one of the biggest prizes in documentary...