
Sebastian Oakley
For nearly two decades Sebastian's work has been published internationally. Originally specializing in Equestrianism, his visuals have been used by the leading names in the equestrian industry such as The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), The Jockey Club, Horse & Hound, and many more for various advertising campaigns, books, and pre/post-event highlights.
He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, holds a Foundation Degree in Equitation Science, and holds a Master of Arts in Publishing. He is a member of Nikon NPS and has been a Nikon user since his film days using a Nikon F5. He saw the digital transition with Nikon's D series cameras and is still, to this day, the youngest member to be elected into BEWA, the British Equestrian Writers' Association.
He is familiar with and shows great interest in 35mm, medium, and large-format photography, using products by Leica, Phase One, Hasselblad, Alpa, and Sinar. Sebastian has also used many cinema cameras from Sony, RED, ARRI, and everything in between. He now spends his spare time using his trusted Leica M-E or Leica M2, shooting Street/Documentary photography as he sees it, usually in Black and White.
Latest articles by Sebastian Oakley

The best night vision goggles and binoculars
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
buying guide The best night vision goggles, binoculars, and monoculars can be perfect for surveillance, security, and nocturnal wildlife

The best spotting scopes: get a closer look at sports, nature, and wildlife
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide The best spotting scopes offer higher magnification than a monocular but much more portability than a telescope

The best Leica cameras: from classic rangefinders to modern mirrorless
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide Leica cameras don’t come cheap - but they earn their price tag, offering an experience and image quality that few rivals can match.

The New York Jets become the first NFL team to adopt image-streaming technology for their official photography
By Sebastian Oakley published
News New York Jets revolutionize sports photography with SmartFrame partnership

The best binoculars: for astronomy, wildlife, sports fans, and more
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide Choosing the best binoculars is easy when you know what the specs mean and what to look for

The best binoculars with cameras in 2026
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide Take photos or videos of faraway objects with the best binoculars with cameras

The best monoculars: perfect for when binoculars are just too big
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide The best monoculars give you the same magnification as binoculars but in a smaller, simpler package

Leica appoints Andreas Voll as new CEO as the luxury camera brand targets global growth - while Kaufmann "plans to remain in the company."
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica announces CEO transition amid record financial growth - while Kaufmann "plans to remain committed"

Matata Xplore launches AI binoculars that can capture, and identify in seconds - at a fraction of the cost of rivals!
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Smart optics arrive: The Solvia AI binoculars make their UK debut

Funleader announces major milestone for Contax G28mm to Leica M conversion kit
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Vintage Zeiss meets Leica M in ambitious Contax G conversion project

The best opera glasses: pocket sized binoculars for theater and stage
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide Going to the opera, theater or a concert? Enhance your experience with the best opera glasses available today

Love + War: The NatGeo documentary that made me cry, made me angry, and made me believe photography always matters
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Love + War shows why conflict photography still matters in the age of artificial images

The best YouTube cameras in 2026: our favorite content creation tools!
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide We pick the best YouTube cameras for indoor presenting, travel vlogging, adventurous thrill-seekers, and more

I traded my 14-year-old Leica for… another 14-year-old Leica and it's the "perfect camera"
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Why the Leica M240 is the perfect digital M in 2026 - even if it's 14 years old tech

The best thermal imaging binoculars
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
buying guide The best thermal imaging binoculars let you spot wildlife and people in darkness or camouflaged using their heat signature

The best camera for film students in 2026
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
buying guide The best camera for film students needs to be easy for beginners to use but advanced enough to last the course

Best 8K and 6K camera: high-resolution video cameras a step up from 4k
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide The best 8K and 6K cameras are becoming the next big thing in video for filmmakers who are finding 4K is no longer enough

The Photography & Video Show 2026 goes cinematic with Jenni Suitiala’s exclusive lighting workshop
By Sebastian Oakley published
TPS Lighting Like a Pro: Jenni Suitiala brings documentary craft to The Photography & Video Show

The best camera sliders for video and filmmaking in 2026: make your sweeping shots silky smooth
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide Here are some of the best camera sliders and dollies for shooting video, for any type of camera to suit all budgets

The most interesting tease ahead of the CP+ camera show so far? Voigtlander’s compact APO VM lenses and classic 35s
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Cosina’s new prototypes prove one thing: character lenses are back

Nikon expands Monarch M5 line with lightweight 10x50 and 12x50 powerhouses
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Monarch M5 grows up: Nikon adds immersive 50mm options for 2026

Best compact binoculars: roof prism binos that you can take anywhere
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
buying gude Perfect whether you're out for a walk or watching sports, these are the best compact binoculars available today

Breaking: Two new Leica M-mount lenses set to debut at CP+ 2026
By Sebastian Oakley published
News First Look: DK-Optic & Optics Peace unveil vintage-inspired lenses for Leica M
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