
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

I hunt for bargains for a living and these are my top 11 Presidents' Day camera deals at Amazon
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Deals These are my picks of the best camera deals on Amazon this holiday weekend

I hunt deals for a living and these are my top 7 Presidents' Day camera deals
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Deals I hunt deals for a living and these are 7 Presidents' Day camera deals that can't be beat!

Seeing red? Harman releases new Harman Red 125 film based on Phoenix emulsion
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Harman Red 125 film in 35mm format based on popular Phoenix emulsion

Save a MASSIVE $1,700 on the Rotolight NEO 3 light kit this Presidents' Day
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Deal Rotolight NEO 3 3-piece lighting kit is just $699 in this incredible offer at B&H this Presidents' Day

I felt lost in my photography, but a photography project gave my work meaning. Here's how
By Sebastian Oakley published
OPINION Making a photography project has given my work meaning and definition - I no longer feel lost!

3,000 feet of flawless wireless video? Hollyland’s new Cosmo C2 makes it possible
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Hollyland’s Cosmo C2 sets new standard for wireless video: 3X the range, near-zero latency

Nikon’s new 28-135mm f/4 PZ lens brings power zoom & pro video features
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Nikon’s new 28-135mm power zoom lens: a game-changer for Z-Series filmmakers

RED brings back Nikon mount after 17 Years – Meet the Z-Mount V-Raptor X and Komodo X
By Sebastian Oakley published
News After 17 year hiatus, the Nikon mount is back on Red cameras with Nikon Z V-Raptor X and Komodo X

Lucky Film announces new color film, promising affordability for analog photographers around the world
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Lucky Film is back manufacturing color film after a decade to contend with Kodak for the best price-to-performance C41 film

Instagram's schedule button is perfect for photographers like me who HATE social media
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion I hate social media, but Instagram's schedule button is perfect for photographers like me that want to shoot, rather than post

Curt O. Schaller wins Scientific and Technical Award for the Arri Trinity 2 camera stabilizer system
By Sebastian Oakley published
Curt O. Schaller gets Scientific and Technical Award for his Arri Trinity 2 camera stabilizer design

Leica takes to the slopes with the Leica Sofort 2 Burton Edition camera
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica and Burton united for the Leica Sofort 2 Burton Edition

The forgotten magic of CCD sensors: Why I won’t give them up!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion CMOS has its place, but it is not in any of my own cameras: CCD has my heart and soul

The best cheap mirrorless cameras in 2025: grab a bargain with these low-cost classics
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide These are the cheap mirrorless cameras around right now, from basic beginner cameras to discounted favorites

Leica's latest flagship SL3-S camera is now in stock and you should order now before it sells out!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Leica SL3-S is now in stock: Here is where you can buy Leica's latest flagship

Where to buy the Fujifilm X100VI: Stock updates & price checks
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deals Want to buy the Fujifilm X100VI? Use our tips to get one, and bookmark this page for the latest stock updates

Canon's pro flagship camera is now in stock, but are you ready to spend $6,299 on the EOS R1?
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Canon's ultimate flagship now has "in-stock" status - But are you ordering one?

I can't afford a Leica M11-D, so I turned my screen off and cured my "chimping" for FREE
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion I adore the whole concept of the Leica M11-D but not its price tag, so I turned my own camera's screen off and cured my "chimping" for free!

Photographers rejoice: the Leica Q3 43 is back in stock! Order now before it sells out
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Leica's sought-after luxury compact the Leica Q3 43 is now in stock - but hurry I can see them running out fast!

Best wireless follow focus units for filmmakers
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide These wireless follow focus units let you ditch manual focus pulling for 21st century technology

Lumix S5 II flagship camera drops to lowest price ever
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal The brilliant Panasonic Lumix S5 II is getting a $300 price cut

Pentax 17 gets big New Year bonus with 5x FREE films!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal B&H is offering the Pentax 17 with three rolls of color film PLUS two rolls of black and white film

The best full-frame compact cameras: a short list, but a great one!
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Updated These pocket-size cameras boast a full-frame sensor so there's no need to compromise on size or quality
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