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

Could this be the silver gelatin print of the future? Hahnemühle Photo Rag Metallic makes its case
By Sebastian Oakley published
news The future of fine art prints? Hahnemühle photo rag metallic shines bright

Every photographer should consider printing large – and the Epson SureColor P20500 can make that possible
By Sebastian Oakley published
News From screen to gallery: How the Epson SureColor P20500 transforms photography into art

Retro looks, cutting-edge tech: The OM-3 is the camera we’ve been waiting for
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion The OM System OM-3 is a vintage-inspired powerhouse for today’s photographers

The Sigma BF is fantastic – but it's no match for my old Leica
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion I applaud Sigma on the BF, but its strange design and economics won't make me change from my old Leica

Samuel Streetlife "can't help but to take photos" with the Ricoh GR III series
By Sebastian Oakley published
News "It's so compact, I take it everywhere and shoot everything with it," Samuel Streelife proves the compact camera is here to stay!

Apple MacBook Air M4 price & availability: Where to order right now
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal This is where to buy the Apple MacBook Air M4 in the US or UK

The Nikon 28-135mm power zoom is so compact it shocked me
By Sebastian Oakley published
opinion The compact Nikon power zoom has really impressed me and its tiny in comparison

Unity Through Diversity: Leica announces Winners of the 6th Leica Women Foto Project Awards
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Breaking Barriers: Meet the Winners of the 6th Leica Women Foto Project Awards

The Nikon Df: this original retro DSLR started a revolution
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion How the Nikon Df paved the way for the retro cameras

One lens to rule them all: Why I think supertelephoto zooms are the future of sports photography
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion I shot primes all my life, but super-zooms are the future of pro sports coverage

Why the Leica M2 is the PERFECT film camera: a love letter to mechanical perfection
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Shooting film the right way: why I use the Leica M2 every day

Best rangefinder cameras in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide Whether you want brand new or old, film or digital, the best rangefinder cameras can help you take amazing images

Develop film anywhere – no darkroom required – thanks to new Lomo daylight developing tank
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Develop film anywhere – no darkroom required, thanks to new Lomo daylight developing tank

Red Digital Cinema adds Nikon N-RAW support to Redcine-X Pro
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Red offers N-RAW support from Nikon cameras in the latest software beta in Redcine-X Pro

Thypoch introduces the Simera 75mm f/1.4 – a compact and elegant portrait lens for M-mount
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Thypoch introduces the Simera 75mm f/1.4 – a compact and elegant portrait lens for M-mount

Pixii Max returns: full-frame digital rangefinder is now back on pre-order after a sensor shortage
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Sensor shortage halted Pixii Max production, but now its back on track for April shipments

Should I go fully digital? The monochrome dilemma that every film shooter faces
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Ditching film for digital? Why a Leica Monochrom is tempting me to retire my film camera for good

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

Best Leica camera alternatives in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide These are the best Leica alternatives to take your street or reportage photography to the next level

Best film in 2025: our picks of the best 35mm film, roll film, and sheet film for your camera
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
UPDATED Want to know what the best film you can buy in 35mm, medium format, and large format is? Read on!

The best camera for film students in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
buying guide The best camera for film students needs to be easy for beginners to use but advanced enough to last the course

Best Netflix-approved cameras in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide Wanted a Netflix-approved camera to shoot video? These are the top certified options, you'll be surprised what's on the list

Best Leica M lenses in 2025: every current Leica M rangefinder lens
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
buying guide Looking for the best Leica M lens? These are all the Leica-made rangefinder lenses for Leica cameras
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