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February 17, 2024
Your best Smartphone photos 2024! – Smartphone Picture of the Week
We share your best smartphone photos selected as AP's Smartphone Picture of the Week, taken by you - the readers!February 16, 2024
Vanguard’s new Alta Pro 3VRL pro video tripod is coming soon!
The Alta Pro 3VRL is almost two metres tall when extended and features a levelling quick release system for tripod heads. by Isabella RuffattiFebruary 15, 2024
Drone Photo Awards open for entries! Submit your drone shots now
Drone photographers! Now's the time to collate your best images as the Drone Photo Awards 2024 are now open for entries! by Jessica Miller More NewsFebruary 15, 2024
OM System OM-1 Mark II Review
Joshua Waller reviews the new OM System OM-1 Mark II, with a number of new updates, including the World’s first in-camera live Grad ND filter. by Joshua WallerJanuary 8, 2024
Panasonic Lumix S 100mm F2.8 Macro review
: out of 5 Panasonic has made a startlingly small and lightweight full-frame macro lens, but are there any compromises? Andy Westlake digs into the fine details by Andy WestlakeJanuary 9, 2024
Camp Snap Camera Review – Simplicity at its finest?
: out of 5 Could this be the simplest camera ever made? The Camp Snap camera is designed for kids, but could it be fun for adults as well? Joshua Waller finds out. by Joshua WallerFebruary 5, 2024
Best camera phones for photography in 2024
We pick the best camera phones for photographers to buy, based on findings from our reviews of the latest from Apple, Samsung and more. by Amy DaviesNovember 1, 2023
Fujifilm GFX100 II in-depth review
: out of 5 Fujifilm’s latest medium format flagship brings updated autofocus and faster shooting, but how does it compete with high-end full-frame models? Andy Westlake takes a close look by Andy Westlake
Reviews
February 15, 2024
Sony Xperia 10 V Review – Sony’s cheapest phone
The Sony Xperia 10 V has a triple camera setup, a 5000mAh battery, and even a headphone socket, but how does it perform as a camera phone? by Joshua WallerFebruary 15, 2024
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Review
Does the Samsung Galaxy A54 manage to impress? Sitting in the budget to mid-range phone market, how does it perform? Joshua Waller finds out. by Joshua WallerFebruary 15, 2024
OM System OM-1 Mark II Review
Joshua Waller reviews the new OM System OM-1 Mark II, with a number of new updates, including the World’s first in-camera live Grad ND filter. by Joshua Waller More Reviews
Techniques and How-Tos
February 18, 2024
How to use artificial intelligence [AI] ethically
AI-powered tools in photo editing software can be a blessing to photographers. James Abbott demonstrates a more ethical approach to AI to save time and to simplify complex manual tasks by James AbbottFebruary 15, 2024
The ultimate guide to tripods
Choosing the right support for your needs doesn't have to be difficult. Andy Westlake talks you through the tripod options by Andy WestlakeFebruary 13, 2024
Do you really need cine lenses for video?
Make sure you get the best possible results for your money with our guide to choosing between cine and stills lenses for video by Damien Demolder More Techniques
Buying Guides
February 16, 2024
Best zoom lenses for Micro Four Thirds in 2024
Let our guide to the best zoom lenses for Micro Four Thirds help you kit out your Panasonic or Olympus camera, with picks for all budgets. by Amy DaviesFebruary 15, 2024
The best mirrorless cameras you can buy right now
Looking for the best mirrorless cameras? Geoff Harris and the AP team spin you through the top options for all budgets and skill levels. by Geoff HarrisFebruary 15, 2024
The ultimate guide to tripods
Choosing the right support for your needs doesn't have to be difficult. Andy Westlake talks you through the tripod options by Andy Westlake More Buying Guides
Opinion
February 13, 2024
It’s pancake day – here’s why you should get a pancake lens
To celebrate pancake day if you are in the UK, why not get a pancake lens - here's a reminder of their many virtues by Geoff HarrisJanuary 16, 2024
Why everyone should try this $60 camera
The Camp Snap camera has a budget price and is mainly aimed at kids – so how come top photographer and AP regular, Ben Brain, is obsessed with it? by AP StaffJanuary 1, 2024
Are Adobe Camera Raw and Bridge dead?
With Photoshop and Lightroom available in Adobe's Photography Plan, are Adobe Camera Raw and Bridge still useful? by James AbbottDecember 31, 2023
Can we stop going on about megapixels?
Do megapixels matter in photography? Rod Lawton looks at why this is not necessarily the case anymore, despite photographers' continuing fixation on megapixels. by Rod Lawton
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Second-hand
February 6, 2024
Vintage digital cameras you should actually buy
There's been a trend of people seeking vintage digital cameras for a more creative look to their images. We round up some of our favourites. by Joshua WallerJanuary 8, 2024
Second-hand DSLR lenses: ultimate 2024 buying guide
Audley Jarvis and the AP team head to the used photo gear markets to hunt down the best second-hand DSLR lenses to buy in 2023. by Audley JarvisDecember 21, 2023
Best used smartphones to buy right now
You don't need to spend lots on the latest smartphones for photography. Read on for our money-saving used recommendations and safe buying advice by Amy DaviesNovember 27, 2023
Best used DSLRs in 2024
DSLRs are still very capable and make great used-buy bargains. Here is our cream of the crop - there's plenty of life in mirrored cameras yet by Jon Stapley
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AP Photography Tours
March 17, 2023
Guide to Travel Photography: tips no matter the location or subject
Hollie Latham Hucker speaks to six award-winning travel photographers for their top tips on how to prepare, pack light and pull off a successful shoot, no matter what your subject is or where you are… by Hollie Latham-HuckerMarch 14, 2023
Photo of the Year 2022 revealed by Zoom Photo Tours
Following a fantastic year of photography holidays operated by Zoom Photo Tours, participants had the opportunity to win Photo of the Year 2022. We share the winners here by Jessica MillerJanuary 26, 2023
Wildlife conservation photography: Tom Svensson reveals all
Tourism is our best hope for saving the natural world and its endangered wildlife, leading conservation photographer Tom Svensson tells AP by Nigel AthertonSeptember 1, 2022
Experiencing the wildlife of Costa Rica
The second AP Photography Holiday in partnership with Zoom Photo Tours to Costa Rica took place recently. The tour leaders and two participants recall a great trip with Geoff Harris by Geoff Harris
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APOY
December 14, 2023
Amateur Photographer of the Year 2023 winners announced!
After 10 rounds throughout the year, the final Amateur Photographer of the Year 2023 winners have been revealed by Jessica MillerDecember 14, 2023
See the incredible winning low light images from APOY!
The winners of final APOY 2023 round, Round Ten, Low light, are in! We share the top ten images with comments by the judges by Jessica Miller
November 16, 2023
APOY Action winners announced!
The winners of APOY 2023 Round Nine, Action are in! Here are the top ten images uploaded to Photocrowd with comments by the judges