
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 film cameras in 2025: recapture the magic of film in the digital age
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide The best film cameras we've chosen are practical classics that you can still use today

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II drops to its lowest price ever of CA$2,899
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Save a cool CA$300 on the Canon EOS R6 Mark II as it hits its lowest-ever Canadian price

The cult compact camera returns: Ricoh GR IV now available to pre-order
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Ricoh GR IV pre-orders open: The ultimate snap shooter evolves - order it while you can!

The best Leica cameras in 2025: 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.

Best camera for black and white photography in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide We help you find the best camera for black and white, whether you want to shoot on digital or film.

Best film in 2025: our picks of the best 35mm film, roll film, and sheet film for your camera
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide Want to know what the best film you can buy in 35mm, medium format, and large format is? Read on!

See in color at night without IR: Akaso’s Sight-300 is a game-changer
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Starlight vision in 4K: Akaso’s new monocular lets you see in the dark like never before

Kodak hits back at ‘Misleading’ bankruptcy rumours
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Kodak says it will be ‘Virtually Debt Free’ by next year, despite media speculation

OM System OM-D E-M10 Mark IV for just CA$799? YES PLEASE CANADA!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal For just CAD$799, this Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV deal is outstanding!

The best spotting scopes in 2025: 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

Panasonic Lumix S9 full-frame bundle gets a $252 price cut
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Panasonic’s stylish S9 bundle drops to just $1,547.99

I made a Franken-Leica and it’s gloriously imperfect
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion It shouldn’t work – But my Leica and Nikon lens combo is pure magic!

Quality of Zeiss, half the price of Leica: These Zeiss ZM lens deals are outstanding value!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deals Zeiss ZM lens deals that every Leica shooter should see

Canada’s hottest deal: Panasonic Lumix S9 in crimson red now $400 Off
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal True north, bold color: Panasonic Lumix S9 in Red Slashed to CAD 1,749 - Canadian Exclusive

The photography “Hack” no one talks about – Put the camera down
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Sometimes the best way to improve your photography is to stop shooting

The best monoculars in 2025: 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

Sony RX1R III just hit its lowest price ever – Here’s why you should care
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Lowest price ever on Sony RX1R III – Don’t miss this cashback offer

The best thermal imaging binoculars in 2025
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 binoculars In 2025: 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 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide Take photos or videos of faraway objects with the best binoculars with cameras

The Leica Q3 is an amazing premium compact camera, where you're getting a Summilux lens for free
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Premium compact camera power: Why the Leica Q3 is Leica’s best bang for your buck

The joy of taking pictures no one else will ever see: stop feeding the algorithm
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion The best work I’ve made lately is the work no one’s seen

The best night vision goggles and binoculars in 2025 that help you see in the dark!
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Updated The best night vision goggles, binoculars, and monoculars can be perfect for surveillance, security, and nocturnal wildlife
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