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

What camera is legendary sports photographer Bob Martin using at the Olympics?
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Ever wondered what pro sports photographers use at the Olympics? Their Instagram might reveal all

How a 12K camera is capturing the heroic efforts of anti-poaching rangers
By Sebastian Oakley published
news Blackmagic is helping the anti-poaching efforts in Mozambique with its eye-opening new documentary series, Guardians

Best film: our picks of the best 35mm film, roll film, and sheet film for your camera
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
UPDATED Want to know what the best film you can buy in 35mm, medium format, and large format is? Read on!

You can now take your Leica M6 underwater – if you're one of 26 to get a housing
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Dive into a new world with this new Leica M6 Classic and M6 TTL underwater housing – but there are only 26 worldwide!

I just don't understand why the Nikon D6 STILL costs $1,000 more than the Nikon Z9
By Sebastian Oakley published
opinion I love DSLRs but at $1,000 more expensive than the Nikon Z9, you can't justify the cost of the Nikon D6 in 2024

Nikon plans to introduce RED camera video tech into its cameras
By Sebastian Oakley published
news Nikon could bring Red video tech to its upcoming cameras as Nikon's President suggests video is the future

DJI's new affordable wireless video transmission could be revolutionary for solo filmmakers
By Sebastian Oakley published
News DJI brings pro-grade wireless video transmission to the masses with new affordable DJI SDR Transmission Combo

Pixii Max is the Leica-friendly camera that's now available to pre-order!
By Sebastian Oakley published
News The Pixii Max full-frame camera is now available to pre-order at B&H in either 32GB or 128GB variations

100 megapixels of curation – new Phase One iXH 100MP is actually the low-res edition!
By Sebastian Oakley published
News New Phase One iXH 100MP brings a one-click tool to preserve today for tomorrow's historians, but there is a 150MP offering too

Customers of Nikon Z6 III will "have to wait a while" as Nikon Japan announces supply shortages
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Delays expected for Nikon Z6 III pre-orders confirmed by Nikon Japan

NBC Sports chooses Canon equipment to cover the Olympic & Paralympic Games
By Sebastian Oakley published
news NBC Sports pick Canon broadcasting equipment to cover the Olympic & Paralympic Games

Black and white photography helped save my Nikon D800 from the scrap heap!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Black and White helped my old camera have a new life, and it could save yours too!

Voigtlander launches pair of retro 50mm lenses for Leica M-mount
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Voigtlander delivers two versions of its new APO-Lanthar 50mm f/3.5 lens that encases modern glass with vintage charm

The best Leica SL lenses: a guide to the full Leica SL lens range
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Updated Looking for the best Leica SL lenses? Leica’s full-frame L-mount lenses aim for optimum performance

Thomas Hoepker, legendary Magnum photographer, passes away peacefully aged 88
By Sebastian Oakley published
News German-born photojournalist Thomas Hoepker has died

DZO Film unveils fast T1.4 Arles cinema lens series inspired by Vincent van Gogh
By Sebastian Oakley published
News New Arles T1.4 primes from DZO Film bring high performance at an affordable price point for solo filmmakers

Magnum & Polaroid Partner to discover the next generation of storytellers
By Sebastian Oakley published
news Polaroid and Magnum team up to help set a new benchmark in instant photograph

I watched the film Kodachrome, and I'm now committed to capturing moments on film
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Kodachrome showcases the joy and meaning of shooting film in a heartfelt love letter to the beloved film stock from Kodak

Meta's platform Threads hit 175 MILLION users on its birthday – and I can't get enough of it!
By Sebastian Oakley published
News I love threads, not for sharing photos, but for communicating!

Want to shoot on film without breaking the bank? Here's how!
By Sebastian Oakley published
FILM TIPS Think film photography is too expensive? These are the ways I save money on my passion for shooting and processing film

The Leica D-Lux 8 is now on sale… here's what it offers and where you can buy it
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Get your hands on Leica's latest compact camera with the new Leica Q3 styling - it's better than you think!

Pixii is launching a new camera – and this is what I want to see (UPDATED)
By Sebastian Oakley published
OPINION A new camera from Pixii is launching – will we finally see a full-frame sensor in this modern rangefinder?

Another new 35mm film camera has launched – meet the Yes!Star S1
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Here's another new 35mm film camera! This one's from Yes!Star, the Chinese company chosen by Fujifilm to produce C200 and C400 film in China
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