In this issue

Skylum Luminar Neo
Why this AI-powered editor is a great-value Adobe alternative.

Zoom or prime?
Will Cheung on the merits of fixed versus variable focal length lenses..

The right lens, every time

Matching the lens to the subject will help you to take your best-ever shots. Will Cheung explains more, as he asks – prime or zoom?

10+ mins

No sadder tale

The re-release of Ernest Cole’s House Of Bondage brings back to mind the days of hellish suffering of non-whites under the system of apartheid in South Africa, says Damien Demolder

8 mins

Earth matters

The winning images from this year’s Environmental Photographer of the Year are as powerful as they are poignant. Amy Davies finds out more

5 mins

Wing tips

The winter months see millions of starlings migrate to the UK, which results in their highly photogenic gatherings, or murmurations. Two skilled pros with different creative approaches are here to help

7 mins

Join the Club

This friendly, active club blends physical meets and Zoom activities

3 mins

OM System OM-5

OM Digital Solutions has introduced its second new camera. The OM-5 updates the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III and sits underneath the flagship OM-1. Joshua Waller reviews it

10+ mins

Skylum Luminar Neo

Skylum's Luminar Neo uses artificial intelligence to make editing images simple, but it also has a wealth of easy-to-use controls. Angela Nicholson takes a look

8 mins

Manfrotto Move Quick Release Catcher

Might this unique quick-release system be an essential addition to your tripod kit? Andy Westlake tries it out

2 mins

In praise of Bryce Bayer

Understanding why the Bayer colour filter array is such a clever design for image sensors

2 mins

Final Analysis

Peter Dench considers... Smoking Girl by Simon Mooney, circa 1993

2 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.