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

Photoshop editing now in ChatGPT

Napalm Girl row not going away

Dancing gorilla delights judges

Win big with your night photos

Finally, a news coffee break

Viewpoint Joshua Waller • Here’s what our Online Editor has learned from taking 200,000 photos in 25 years

What if Jeff were a Butterfly by Jeff Mermelstein • Mining his archives, Jeff Mermelstein flits between humour and introspection in a book that’s as restless, curious and alive as the man himself, says Peter Dench

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

The Photographer’s Eye Michael Freeman (Definitive Edition)

Porsche 911 – The Art of Speed by René Staud

Free (or cheap) photo activities • From castles and street festivals to photo walks and portfolio reviews, the UK has hundreds of low-cost activities and resources to keep you inspired and active all year round. Tracy Calder chooses 40 of the best

The whole world, one dog • Jonathan Posner’s 635-page passion project began as a pamphlet about his pet. Four years later, it’s become a love letter to photography, Hampstead Heath and one small white dog that changed his life, writes Peter Dench

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

FILM STARS Take a dekko at deco • John Wade looks at a past camera craze for the fashion-conscious photographer

Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 DG • Sigma calls its latest superzoom ‘the ultimate all-in-one zoom lens’, but can a 10x zoom be an ultimate anything, asks Damien Demolder

Vallerret Saga • Angela Nicholson reviews some stylish gloves for women who photograph in winter

Professor Newman on… Will the real DR stand up • Professor Newman looks at the different ‘dynamic range extension’ modes in cameras

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

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 • John Wade considers… Empty Houses by Bill Brandt, 1942