
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 told Adobe to do one – and saved myself over 500 big ones a year in the process
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Adobe is charging you for apps you’ll never use - and knows it

The best camera sliders for video and filmmaking in 2026: make your sweeping shots silky smooth
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Updated Here are some of the best camera sliders and dollies for shooting video, for any type of camera to suit all budgets

Best 8K and 6K camera: high-resolution video cameras a step up from 4k
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide The best 8K and 6K cameras are becoming the next big thing in video for filmmakers who are finding 4K is no longer enough

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
Ricoh goes all in on black and white with the new GR IV Monochrome
By Sebastian Oakley published
News The Ricoh GR IV Monochrome is a love letter to pure black-and-white photography

Want 8K 360 Video? The Insta360 X4 is now cheaper than ever
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Lowest Price Alert: Insta360 X4 ultimate bundle gets a big discount

Nikon’s underrated f/2.8 zoom just hit its lowest price ever
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Don’t sleep on this deal: Nikon’s 70–180mm f/2.8 hits a new low

Rumors ignite over potential Leica Noctilux 35mm f/1.2 announcement
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica fans abuzz as Noctilux-M 35mm f/1.2 speculation gains steam

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.

Vintage soul, modern glass: The Thypoch Ksana 21mm f/3.5 arrives
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Why Thypoch’s Ksana 21mm isbBuilt for photographers who miss character

Super-popular mirrorless camera drops to its lowest price ever!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Just £413.30 for the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV

The best Leica SL lenses: a guide to the full Leica SL lens range
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide Looking for the best Leica SL lenses? Leica’s full-frame L-mount lenses aim for optimum performance

The best film cameras in 2026: 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 best camera for film students in 2026
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide The best camera for film students needs to be easy for beginners to use but advanced enough to last the course

Canon EOS R100 bundle drops to £459, making it the perfect beginner camera (or a great gift)
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Canon EOS R100 kit drops in price to make it a brilliant beginner deal

The best thermal imaging binoculars
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide The best thermal imaging binoculars let you spot wildlife and people in darkness or camouflaged using their heat signature

The best infrared filters in 2026: create surreal images in color and black & white
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Updated The best infrared filters cut out visible light to help you capture striking, otherworldly images

A 600mm lens for £359? This Canon RF lens deal is the real thing - and that's wild!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Under £500 for 600mm: Why this Canon RF lens is suddenly a steal

The best binoculars with cameras in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide Take photos or videos of faraway objects with the best binoculars with cameras

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

The best night vision goggles and binoculars
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide The best night vision goggles, binoculars, and monoculars can be perfect for surveillance, security, and nocturnal wildlife

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

A change (of lens) is as good as a rest: How a 35mm saved me from my photography slump
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion The festive funk is real – and this new 35mm lens just fixed mine
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