
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.

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!

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

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 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 disposable cameras in 2025
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

Where to buy the Hasselblad X2D 100C: Stock updates & price checks
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Want to buy the Hasselblad X2D 100C? Use our tips to get one, and bookmark this page for the latest stock updates

Nikon Z9 Deal: Save $1,066.95 with this awesome flagship bundle
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Big deal on Nikon’s best – Z9 now $5,196 with FREE Nikon 660GB CFexpress card

Where to buy the OM System OM-5 Mark II: Stock updates & price checks
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Want to buy the OM System OM-5 Mark II? Use our tips to get one, and bookmark this page for the latest stock updates

Keks M-Meter review: The ultimate meter upgrade for Leica film cameras
By Sebastian Oakley published
Review Ditch Sunny 16: Why every Leica M film shooter needs the Keks M‑Meter

Leica warns photographers not to be fooled by online fake sites
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica issues scam warning as fake websites target photographers

How the Fujifilm GFX 100RF has this die‑hard Leica user second-guessing everything
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion The Fujifilm GFX 100RF: The camera that’s making a Leica fanboy weak at the knees

The moment I knew I was done with film photography
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Why one ruined frame made me quit my film camera for good

David Hurn turns 91: Celebrating the legacy of Magnum’s unsung master
By Sebastian Oakley published
News David Hurn at 91: The quiet genius who captured people's souls
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