In this issue

Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 9mm F1.7 ASPH.

Muse little youth.

Better backgrounds, better images..

Tamron ultra telephoto for Sony E full-framers

TAMRON has announced it is developing the 50-400mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD, an ultra-telephoto zoom lens for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras.

1 min

Smaller and lighter Samyang 85mm F1.4

Available now, the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II prime costs  £767

1 min

Get started with drones

Drones have revolutionised image making but many ground-based photographers are still unsure about taking their first steps, or the legal aspects. Chris Gorman, aka The Big Ladder Photographer, is here to help

4 mins

Now for something completely different

Peter Dench talks to Alnis Stakle, winner in the creative category at the 2022 Sony World Photography Awards

3 mins

Muse littleyouth

A muse, some odd lenses and the influence of Julia Margaret Cameron are what drive film photographer Colin Watkins, he tells Damien Demolder

10 mins

Better backgrounds, better images

In his latest column for AP, nature photographer Marsel van Oosten reveals why you must always strive for the best backgrounds in your pictures

2 mins

Making the big decision

Professional photographer Denise Maxwell weighs up the pros and cons of switching from her trusty Canon DSLRs to the mirrorless EOS R5

10+ mins

Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 9mm F1.7 ASPH

Amy Davies finds out whether this wideangle lens for Micro Four Thirds is a wise investment for stills photographers, as well as videographers

6 mins

Tony Kemplen on the … Chinon Bellami

Snaffled for £3 at a charity shop, this 1980 model uses barn doors to protect the lens

2 mins

Final Analysis

Damien Demolder considers... ‘Swimming Pool designed by Alain Capeillères, Le Brusc, South of France, 1976’, by Martine Franck

3 mins

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Amateur Photographer is the world's oldest weekly magazine for photography enthusiasts. With its unique weekly format, it is the first for news and events, plus features on techniques, equipment tests and darkroom advice. It appeals to those interested in buying and learning about digital and film photographic equipment, wanting advice on improving their technique, and learning about the greats in photography. Regular features on reader portfolios, darkroom, digital, black & white and photographer profiles ensure all areas of photography are covered. With an audience of dedicated photography enthusiasts.