
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

Where to buy the Fujifilm X-Half: Stock updates & price checks
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deals Want to buy the new Fujifilm X-Half camera, bookmark this page for the latest stock updates in the US and UK

Photographers used to be witnesses, now they’re just influencers
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinon The quiet rebellion: Returning to photography for photography’s sake

New Leica Lux app update captures Greg Williams’ iconic visual style
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica partners with Greg Williams for the first-ever “Artist Look” in the Leica Lux app inspired by the classic Tri-X 400 look

How Photography is great for your wellbeing when it’s just for you and the camera
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Photography is my quiet place - and that’s more than enough

Leica unveils the M11-P Safari: A classic reimagined in olive green
By Sebastian Oakley published
News New Leica M11-P Safari proves green really Is the new black

The best DSLR for video in 2025: create fantastic full HD and 4K video
By Lauren Scott last updated
Buying Guide The best DSLRs for video can still beat mirrorless rivals for value and flexibility: here are our top picks, at the best prices

Want the secret to better photos? Get a camera that makes YOU smile
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion How a Leica saved my love for Photography (and made my photos better)

How my YouTube addiction supercharged my photography tenfold (and why I don’t plan to stop)
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion How this unexpected addiction made me a better photographer

The Nikon Zf price PLUMMETS to just £1,455 at Amazon
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal The Nikon Zf might look retro-chic, but under the hood, it's a modern mirrorless powerhouse. And now you can get it for just £1,455!

Leica hosts a legend: Douglas Kirkland’s defining moments on show at Leica Gallery London
By Sebastian Oakley published
News From Monroe to Chanel: Douglas Kirkland’s enduring elegance in focus at the Leica Gallery London

The Cheapest Leica cameras you can buy in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide These are the cheapest Leica cameras you can buy today, some might surprise you

Nikon Z5 II price & availability: Where to order it right now
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Now shipping This is where you can buy the Nikon Z5 II in the US or UK

Why Nikon’s new Z-Mount 200mm f/2 would mean everything to me
By Sebastian Oakley published
News The Z-Mount is great, with the rumored Z 200mm f/2, It could be legendary!

My most-wanted GoPro action camera drops down to just £169
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal GoPro's cheapest action camera is now even more affordable

How the 28mm focal length stole my heart (and my family photos)
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion The lens I never wanted became the one I can't live without

The olive legacy continues? Leica M11-P Safari whispers stir excitement
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Classic green, modern machine: Leica M11-P Safari edition could be next

Sony’s new 50-150mm f/2 GM Is the lens we were told couldn’t exist
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion When Sony launched the new FE 50-150mm f/2 GM at $3,898, my first thought wasn’t about price - it was about potential!

100 Years of Leica: Celebrate the camera that changed photography forever
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica at 100: Free NYC festival honors the world’s most iconic camera

I ditched my laptop for photo editing. I now use my phone, and have never looked back
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion How I simplified my photography workflow with my phone and I never looked back!

Thypoch updates Simera lenses with ergonomic focus tabs
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Simera type II: Thypoch’s refined take on the 28mm and 35mm f/1.4 classics

GoPro Hero 13 Black is now £70 off with a FREE Premium subscription - that's a tempting deal!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal GoPro's top action camera, the Hero 13 Black is now now just £329.99 with FREE premium subscription

Canon R5 C drops to its LOWEST-EVER price
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Canon's 8K video and 45MP still powerhouse, the Canon R5 C is now even cheaper at £2,929

Why perfectly imperfect images are practically perfect in every way
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Oops, I took a masterpiece: Why mistakes often make the best pictures
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