Latest articles by Sebastian Oakley
Leica Pushes the Limits Again With the Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH.
News The Noctilux family grows as Leica introduces a 35mm f/1.2
The best binoculars: for astronomy, wildlife, sports fans, and more
Buying Guide Choosing the best binoculars is easy when you know what the specs mean and what to look for
The best opera glasses: pocket sized binoculars for theater and stage
Buying guide Going to the opera, theater or a concert? Enhance your experience with the best opera glasses available today
Ricoh admits it’s “Considering” a GR film camera as demand grows
News Ricoh hints at a possible GR film camera revival in a new interview
Matt Stuart says "There's no such thing as talent in photography"
News Matt Stuart on why great photos come from time, not talent
This $5 DIY hack helps me get critical focus on my Leica every time
Opinion The cheapest upgrade that turned my Leica M2 into a workhorse again
This Pentax zoom compact camera has just dropped to its lowest-price ever – and it's fully waterproof too!
deal A 4x zoom and a rugged, waterproof construction - this compact is a bargain at £185.51
Elephant-proof Fujifilm GFX 100 II defies nature and captures unbelievable close-up footage like never before
News Poole’s wild frontier: How the Fujifilm GFX100 II survived bull elephants and still delivered stunning cinematic footage
Is Andreas Kaufmann preparing to exit Leica over $1.2 Billion take over bid rumors
News From $85 Million to $1.2 Billion: The Leica deal that could change everything
The best full-frame compact cameras in 2026 – portable powerhouses with premium performance
BUYING GUIDE These pocket-size cameras boast a full-frame sensor so there's no need to compromise on size or quality
The world’s smallest stabilised scope: Kite Stabi One offers rock-steady 10x viewing while being smaller than your phone
News Kite Optics shrinks image stabilization to pocket size with the new Stabi One monocular
Leica launches LOBA Women Grant to support female photographers worldwide
News Leica expands Oskar Barnack Award with global grant for female photographers
The best disposable cameras
Buying Guide Cheap, easy to use, and perfect for parties, these are the best disposable cameras and single-use cameras you can buy today
Am I mad to quit Photoshop after 20 Years - or is this the smartest move I’ve made?
Opinion Life after Adobe: Why I’m seriously considering Affinity for my photo editing
A clever, mechanical take on the XPan – without the $4,000 price tag
News This photographer 3D-printed his own XPan-style film camera
The Kodak FunSaver hits its lowest price ever, and it’s still a party classic
Deal £18.80 for Film Memories: The Kodak FunSaver at its cheapest yet
Film first, again: Why I’m doubling down on black and white in 2026
Opinion Grain over gigabytes: Why film still matters to me in 2026
The best spotting scopes: get a closer look at sports, nature, and wildlife
Buying Guide The best spotting scopes offer higher magnification than a monocular but much more portability than a telescope
"Street photography is actually nonsense... and it's so bloody good"
News Street photographer and YouTuber Mike Chudley says '"Modern life demands results, street photography is mostly failure"
Has Ricoh lost focus on film? Pentax film project disappears from homepage
News Where did the Pentax Film Project go? Ricoh’s homepage raises questions
The best YouTube cameras in 2026: our favorite content creation tools!
Buying Guide We pick the best YouTube cameras for indoor presenting, travel vlogging, adventurous thrill-seekers, and more
The best image-stabilized binoculars in 2026
Buying guide Want a powerful magnification and a judder-free image into the bargain? We round up the best IS binoculars you can buy…
Best camera for black and white photography in 2026
Buying guide We help you find the best camera for black and white, whether you want to shoot on digital or film.
