
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 camera deals in the UK
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Deals These are the best camera deals in the UK – and there are some fantastic bargains to be had!

The photography “Hack” no one talks about – Put the camera down
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Sometimes the best way to improve your photography is to stop shooting

MASSIVE £240+ saving as flagship Manfrotto carbon firer tripod hits lowest-ever price
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Snag the lightest pro‑grade carbon‑fiber tripod yet for just £507

The Leica Q3 is an amazing premium compact camera, where you're getting a Summilux lens for free
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Premium compact camera power: Why the Leica Q3 is Leica’s best bang for your buck

Panasonic G100 camera drops to new low price to give you a real grip on your vlogging!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Updated Panasonic G100 vlogger kit drops in price to £522.52

The joy of taking pictures no one else will ever see: stop feeding the algorithm
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion The best work I’ve made lately is the work no one’s seen

The best disposable cameras in 2025
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

Where to buy the Hasselblad X2D 100C: Stock updates & price checks
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Want to buy the Hasselblad X2D 100C? Use our tips to get one, and bookmark this page for the latest stock updates

Cult classic, now on Sale – Ricoh GR III gets rare price cut
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Ricoh GR III is back in stock and discounted – snap it up for £906

Where to buy the OM System OM-5 Mark II: Stock updates & price checks
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Want to buy the OM System OM-5 Mark II? Use our tips to get one, and bookmark this page for the latest stock updates

Keks M-Meter review: The ultimate meter upgrade for Leica film cameras
By Sebastian Oakley published
Review Ditch Sunny 16: Why every Leica M film shooter needs the Keks M‑Meter

Catch the Sony ZV-E1 camera as it drops to lowest-ever price ever
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Combine a coupon and cashback to get the vlogtastic Sony ZV-E1 kit at a tasty new low price

Leica warns photographers not to be fooled by online fake sites
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica issues scam warning as fake websites target photographers

How the Fujifilm GFX 100RF has this die‑hard Leica user second-guessing everything
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion The Fujifilm GFX 100RF: The camera that’s making a Leica fanboy weak at the knees

Grab a full-frame mirrorless camera with TWO lenses for under £900 in incredible Panasonic deal!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Get a Lumix S5D with 18-40mm & 50mm for £899 in this amazing Amazon camera deal

The moment I knew I was done with film photography
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Why one ruined frame made me quit my film camera for good

Pick up the retro Nikon Z fc with 16-50mm for an INCREDIBLE £791.50
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Get Nikon's first retro-style mirrorless for less than the final day of Prime Day with a tempting £789.99 price tag

David Hurn turns 91: Celebrating the legacy of Magnum’s unsung master
By Sebastian Oakley published
News David Hurn at 91: The quiet genius who captured people's souls

Why an EVF Leica M could kill the soul of the M-system forever
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion The Leica EVF gamble: The beginning of the end for true rangefinder photography?

Where to buy the Fujifilm X-E5: Stock updates and price checks on this amazing mirrorless camera
By Sebastian Oakley published
WHERE TO BUY Want to buy the Fujifilm X-E5? Use our tips to get one, and bookmark this page for the latest stock updates

Where to buy the Sony RX1R III: Stock updates & price checks on this amazing compact camera
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deals Want to buy the Sony RX1R III? Use our tips to get one, and bookmark this page for the latest stock updates

The Sony RX1R III just made the Leica Q3 43 look overpriced
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion The RX1R III: Sony’s quiet assault on Leica’s compact throne

Harman launches new Phoenix II color film, with better color reproduction and new 200 ISO film base
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Harman Phoenix II: The new color film that lets your shots burn bright
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