
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 world’s smallest stabilised scope: Kite Stabi One offers rock-steady 10x viewing while being smaller than your phone
By Sebastian Oakley published
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
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica expands Oskar Barnack Award with global grant for female photographers
Am I mad to quit Photoshop after 20 Years - or is this the smartest move I’ve made?
By Sebastian Oakley published
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
By Sebastian Oakley published
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
By Sebastian Oakley published
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
By Sebastian Oakley published
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
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
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"
By Sebastian Oakley published
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
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Where did the Pentax Film Project go? Ricoh’s homepage raises questions

The best YouTube cameras in 2026: our favorite content creation tools!
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
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
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
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
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide We help you find the best camera for black and white, whether you want to shoot on digital or film.

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

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

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
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