
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

Nikon Z5 II price & availability: Where to order it right now
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Now shipping This is where you can buy the Nikon Z5 II in the US or UK

Why Nikon’s new Z-Mount 200mm f/2 would mean everything to me
By Sebastian Oakley published
News The Z-Mount is great, with the rumored Z 200mm f/2, It could be legendary!

From wide angles to wildlife - Sigma’s vast 16-300mm lens is shipping on May 16th
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Sigma’s new 16-300mm lens ships May 16: A game-changer for versatile photography

Nikon’s pro-grade 24-70mm f/2.8 Z lens drops to $1,996.95
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Serious savings on a serious lens: $400 off the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 S

This Nikon Z7 II deal under $1,800 is a STEAL, and you're saving $500 in the process
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Save $500 on Nikon's best "all-rounder", the Nikon Z7 II now on sale for under $1,800!

SAVE $300 of the Alice Camera mirrorless add-on that turns your phone into a pro-camera
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Take $300 off the Alice Camera that transforms your phone into a pro shooter

How the 28mm focal length stole my heart (and my family photos)
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion The lens I never wanted became the one I can't live without

The olive legacy continues? Leica M11-P Safari whispers stir excitement
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Classic green, modern machine: Leica M11-P Safari edition could be next

Sony’s new 50-150mm f/2 GM Is the lens we were told couldn’t exist
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion When Sony launched the new FE 50-150mm f/2 GM at $3,898, my first thought wasn’t about price - it was about potential!

MASSIVE $700 off the Canon R5 C: the ultimate hybrid camera for content creators offers 8K video and 45MP stills at a new-low
By Sebastian Oakley published
deal Save big and shoot MASSIVE with $700 off the 8K video and 45MP photo

100 Years of Leica: Celebrate the camera that changed photography forever
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica at 100: Free NYC festival honors the world’s most iconic camera

Save money, not quality – these Canon refurbished binoculars are the smart buy
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Get premium quality for less with these fantastic Canon refurbished binocular deals

I ditched my laptop for photo editing. I now use my phone, and have never looked back
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion How I simplified my photography workflow with my phone and I never looked back!

Thypoch updates Simera lenses with ergonomic focus tabs
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Simera type II: Thypoch’s refined take on the 28mm and 35mm f/1.4 classics

Save a MAMMOTH $600 on the Sony A7 IV this Labor Day!
By Sebastian Oakley published
updated The Sony A7 Mark IV full-frame mirrorless camera is now available for just $2,098

Why perfectly imperfect images are practically perfect in every way
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Oops, I took a masterpiece: Why mistakes often make the best pictures

The hidden costs of cinema cameras: why video licenses exist
By Sebastian Oakley published
news RAW deal? The real Reason video licenses exist on cinema cameras

The Nikon D850 is our most-rated DSLR, but the Nikon Z7 II is just $1,996 and, frankly, better!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Why pay more? The Nikon Z7 II outshines the Nikon D850 for $400 less!

Why slow photography is the only trend that should matter to you in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Slow Photography: The unexpected meta in a fast-paced world

Canon PowerShot V1 price & availability: Where to order it right now
By Sebastian Oakley published
PRE-ORDER This is where you can place your order for the Canon PowerShot V1 in the US or UK

Shaken, not stilled: Why the no-IBIS Fujifilm GFX 100RF controversy proves you’ve all been spoiled
By Sebastian Oakley published
News The IBIS controversy: Have we forgotten how to shoot without it?

After months of scarcity, the Ricoh GR III returns - but act fast!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Get it before it’s gone: The Ricoh GR III is finally available again

Why can’t cameras just focus on photography again?
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Not every camera needs video: let's bring back proper photography cameras
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