
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

Best camera for black and white photography
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.

Sony A7 V lands at B&H and Adorama with flagship-level tech for $2,898
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Sony A7 V arrives at B&H and Adorama — A true workhorse for photo and video

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

Leica firmware 4.0.0 brings faster AF, new multi-shot mode, and a fresh Q3 interface
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Big firmware boost for Leica SL-System and Q3 family arrives before year’s end

Canon EOS R50 V hits new low price of just $569 at Adorama
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Canon EOS R50 VsSlashed to $569 at Adorama — grab $150 off today

AI Smart glasses just got cheaper thanks to this RayBan Meta Wayfarer deal
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Smart glasses without the sci-fi look under $225 – RayBan Meta's are now under $225

Ricoh announces GR IV HDF that puts mood first with a unique highlight diffusion filter
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Ricoh GR IV HDF blends speed, sharpness, and soft highlights in a pocket powerhouse

Where to buy the Leica M EV1: Stock updates and price checks on Leica's first M camera with an electronic viewfinder
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deals Want to buy the Leica M EV1? Use my tips to get one and bookmark this page for the latest stock updates

Leica strengthens pro workflow with Capture One in new tethering upgrade
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica teams up with Capture One in major workflow upgrade for photographers

DVX debuts 4K AI-powered night-vision beast with 1,500m range
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Meet the DVX Night Storm X3: The ultra-stealth 4K night-vision unit built for extreme darkness

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, but these fantastic deals have remained to save you a FORTUNE!
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Deals Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, but some deals have stayed live to help you keep saving this holiday season!

Best Leica M lenses in 2025: 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

Leica unveils the Ultravid White Ocean – classic marine binoculars in the making
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Sailing in style: Leica launches premium White Ocean 7x42 binoculars

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

Cyber Monday is over, but these are the best Sony deals – Take advantage of serious savings on cameras and lenses
By Chris George last updated
Deals These are the best Sony deals across the web on cameras and lenses

Cyber Monday is over, but these are the best Nikon deals I'd buy now!
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Deals Cyber Monday and Black Friday are over, but the Nikon deals are still amazing post-sales event

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

Leica unveils four new Special-Edition M-lenses that represent heritage and craftsmanship
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica Releases Olive-Green M-Lenses and Glossy Black 50mm Classic

Why my mechanical film camera is still more convenient than your £5,000 digital camera
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion My mechanical camera is my "go-to" for spontaneous photography - my digital camera just can't keep up!

The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 changed vacation videos forever - and it's now $300 off in the holiday sales
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion DJI Osmo Pocket 3: The tiny camera that made phone video look lazy is surprisingly offering a $300 discount

I haven’t picked up my camera in months, and it's the best way to improve your photography
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Why not shooting might be the best thing for your photography

Unheard-Of discount as Hasselblad X2D 100C bundle is now $7,369 in the Black Friday Sale
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal A Rare Hasselblad Price Cut: Save $1,730 on the X2D 100C + 75mm Lens

Sony A7 IV slashed by $700 and Adorama adds FREE extras worth $346.99
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal One of Sony’s Best Cameras Hits $1,998 — This Black Friday Deal Is Huge
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