
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

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

The OM System OM-5 is now a seriously good $749 deal
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal This rugged mirrorless camera is now available for £805

The Photography & Video Show 2026 goes cinematic with Jenni Suitiala’s exclusive lighting workshop
By Sebastian Oakley published
TPS Lighting Like a Pro: Jenni Suitiala brings documentary craft to The Photography & Video Show

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

The most interesting tease ahead of the CP+ camera show so far? Voigtlander’s compact APO VM lenses and classic 35s
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Cosina’s new prototypes prove one thing: character lenses are back

Nikon expands Monarch M5 line with lightweight 10x50 and 12x50 powerhouses
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Monarch M5 grows up: Nikon adds immersive 50mm options for 2026

Wowcher is offering a £40 saving on the Ring Battery Video Doorbell, now for just £59
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Upgrade your front door for less: Ring video doorbell below is now just £59 at Wowcher

Best compact binoculars: roof prism binos that you can take anywhere
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
buying gude Perfect whether you're out for a walk or watching sports, these are the best compact binoculars available today

Breaking: Two new Leica M-mount lenses set to debut at CP+ 2026
By Sebastian Oakley published
News First Look: DK-Optic & Optics Peace unveil vintage-inspired lenses for Leica M

The best full-frame compact cameras in 2026 – portable powerhouses with premium performance
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
BUYING GUIDE These pocket-size cameras boast a full-frame sensor so there's no need to compromise on size or quality

Best anamorphic lens for filmmakers in 2026: lenses with widescreen cinematic flair
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide Here are six of the best anamorphic lenses to fit your DSLR, mirrorless camera, cinema camera, or camera phone

Imagine if Apple made a dedicated camera… now what if I told you that Jony Ive already did!
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Jony Ive’s Leica M (Red): When design became a US$1.8 million act of philanthropy

Now that's a cool picture: Getty Images is using thermal imaging to get creative at the Winter Olympics
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Beyond the ice: visualizing Olympic extremes through thermal imaging

The best disposable cameras
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide Cheap, easy to use, and perfect for parties, these are the best disposable cameras and single-use cameras you can buy today

Nikon refreshes its classic porro binocular line – Action by name, practical by nature
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Nikon replaces aculon with action, bringing modern updates to affordable optics

Getty Images is capturing the Winter Olympic magic with a modified graflex camera
By Sebastian Oakley published
News When 1956 meets today: Getty Images’ love letter to olympic history with a modified graflex

Documentary photography is taking over the Winter Olympics, and I'm its biggest fan!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Documentary sports photography is becoming the Olympic standard

DCS unveils lens link handset built for cranes, car rigs, stadiums and standoffs
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Video village, meet iris control: DCS launches lens link for long-range sets

The OM System Tough TG-7 is £352 right now, and that’s its best price yet
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal The ultimate go-anywhere compact camera just got a massive price cut

Best 35mm film, roll film, and sheet film in 2026: these are our picks of the best films you can still buy, whatever for your camera
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide Want to know what the best film you can buy in 35mm, medium format, and large format is? Read on!

As film surges, drum scanning reclaims its place at the top
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal The quiet return of drum scanning in the film photography revival

Leica gives 9-year-old rangefinder cameras new lease of life with Noctilux firmware update
By Sebastian Oakley published
News From M10 to M11-D, Leica unifies its M system with new lens support

Leica Pushes the Limits Again With the Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH.
By Sebastian Oakley published
News The Noctilux family grows as Leica introduces a 35mm f/1.2
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