
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

Light Lens Lab launches an ambitious new 35mm f/2 Apochromatic lens for Leica M
By Sebastian Oakley Published
News A new 35mm f/2 APO lens has arrived for Leica M – with four aspherical elements

Best rangefinder cameras in 2026
By Sebastian Oakley Last updated
Buying guide Whether you’re after something modern or vintage, digital or film, the right rangefinder camera can elevate your photography and deliver truly memorable images.

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.

DIY Leica servicing is cheaper than ever, but is it worth the risk to your camera?
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Opinion Leica DIY camera repair kits are everywhere, but should you touch that top plate?

B&H just slashed up to $1,000 off some of the best cameras you can buy
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Deals These B&H camera deals are seriously good! Save up to $1,000 on Canon, Sony, Nikon and OM System

The Leica M240 was way ahead of its time – and I still use mine every day
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Opinion Was the Leica M240 secretly one of Leica’s most forward-thinking cameras?

Best budget binoculars: brilliant binos for around $100 / £100 / AU$200 – or less!
By Sebastian Oakley Last updated
BUYING GUIDE Whether it's watching sports from afar, viewing opera from the cheap seats, or spying lesser-spotted woodpeckers in the wilds, there's no need to break the bank with these bargain bins!

Panasonic scores a major win against Red’s controversial compressed RAW patent
By Sebastian Oakley Published
News Panasonic just changed the RAW video patent landscape with a major win over Nikon-owned Red

Best Leica M lenses: every current Leica M rangefinder lens
By Sebastian Oakley Last updated
Buying Guide Looking for the best Leica M lens? These are all the Leica-made rangefinder lenses for Leica cameras

GoBirding Vision Master review: Is this AI scope the future of birding spotting?
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Review I tested the GoBirding Vision Master for a month – and this AI spotting scope feels like the future of birding

Billingham’s Icon Messenger Bag could be the perfect shoot-and-edit companion
By Sebastian Oakley Published
News Billingham’s new messenger bag is made for photographers on the move

The best C2PA enabled cameras
By Sebastian Oakley Last updated
Buying guide Protect the provenance of your photography with the best C2PA-enabled 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

The Kodak Mini Shot 2 Retro is the perfect photography gift for just $109.99
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Deal This $109.99 Kodak camera lets you shoot and print your favorite memories - instantly!

The new GoPro Mission 1 Pro just received its first-ever $100 discount
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Deal The GoPro Mission 1 Pro is only months old, yet it has already fallen to $599.99

Photograph or watch the solar eclipse safely with this $11 filter and $30 binoculars
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Deal This $11 camera filter and $30 solar binoculars are perfect for the upcoming eclipse

DJI Osmo Pocket 4P - where to order and how to buy it
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Buying guide Looking to buy the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P? Here is where you can find it, how much it costs and why US stock remains unavailable.

Best Leica camera alternatives
By Sebastian Oakley Last updated
Buying Guide These are the best Leica alternatives to take your street or reportage photography to the next level

You only have 3 days left to get the Camp Snap 2 at its lowest-ever price
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Deal The Camp Snap 2 price is going up – you have 3 days to grab it for $69.99 / £54

The best disposable cameras
By Sebastian Oakley Last updated
Buying Guide Cheap, easy to use, and perfect for parties, these are the best disposable cameras and single-use cameras you can buy today

DJI stock is drying up in the US, but these deals are too good to miss
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Deals Act Fast: These popular DJI cameras and drones are still on sale in the US

The Nikon D800 was never meant to be a pro sports camera – but it changed my career the moment I ordered it
By Sebastian Oakley Published
Opinion While the Nikon D800 was never a sports camera, it was the literal game-changer that shaped my whole career as a professional sports photographer
Meike’s first autofocus lens for Fujifilm GFX is proving so popular that more could be coming
By Sebastian Oakley Published
News GFX photographers asked for more autofocus lenses – and Meike may be listening
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