The bible for both amateur and professional photo-enthusiasts around the world.

Amateur Photographer is the world’s oldest weekly photographic magazine, established in 1884. It is the respected authority for news and reviews, with detailed tests and investigations on the latest equipment.

The weekly contents include interviews and columns from many of the world’s leading photographers and practical technique to inspire and enthuse the devoted readership, to whom taking photos is far more than just a hobby. Essential reading for those interested in buying photographic equipment or wanting advice about improving their picture taking.

2026 has been labelled ‘the year of analogue.’ This issue, read John Gilbey’s insightful overview of film photography in the UK and why he’s confident it has a bright future. Meanwhile, John Wade looks at some of Ilford’s best-known cameras; we present the Close-up Photographer of the Year Challenge winners – proving there is an upside to death and decay; and we have an in-depth test of Nikon’s versatile new 35mm macro lens. Plus, Elliott Erwitt and Coco Chanel in our books section, and more