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

Why I think Leica is a good investment: an owner and user perspective
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion I sold all my gear for Leica, and it paid off tremendously – my cameras are worth more now than I originally paid for them!

My dreams of owning a Leica M11-D are put on hold as launch is delayed AGAIN!
By Sebastian Oakley published
News The Leica M11-D launch has been put back, and my dreams of owning will have to remain dreams for a few more months

Irix launches popular Cine lenses as new Explorers set for solo filmmakers
By Sebastian Oakley published
news The Irix Explorers set of cine lenses gives solo filmmakers consistency and quality, without breaking the bank!

Blackmagic Camera app comes to Android – and it is free!
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Blackmagic launches its filmmaking app to all Android users for free, bringing Hollywood production to your smartphone

Benro launches video tripod with super cheap price tag with pro-grade specs
By Sebastian Oakley published
News These latest video tripods from Benro give pro-grade specs on a shoe-string budget

Nikon Z6 III goes on sale: Where to pre-order the latest hybrid flagship
By Sebastian Oakley published
deal Here is where you can bag Nikon's new flagship that's now officially available to preorder

The Pentax 17 has lots of Easter Eggs: have you spotted the hidden camera references?
By Sebastian Oakley published
news Pentax 17 has more in common Pentax cameras of yesteryear than you'd think, I break all the hidden easter eggs!

Pentax is launching a new camera on June 17 — is it a new film camera?
By Sebastian Oakley published
news A Pentax event is scheduled for the 17th and there are good reasons for fans to be excited

Panasonic joins forces with Arri to offer ARRI LogC3 for the Lumix GH7
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Pansonic and Arri team up to deliver cinematic quality to the masses with the Lumix GH7

Kowa launches quality spotting scope designed with compactness in mind
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Kowa's new TSN-55A and TSN-55S spotting scopes bring quality optics in a compact and lightweight package

Leica MP2 sells for AU$2.5 million at the Leitz Photographica Auction 44
By Sebastian Oakley published
News More Leicas make millions at specialist camera auction in Germany

Pentax's new film camera is called the Pentax 17 – and these leaked images confirm key details
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leaked images of Pentax's new film camera, the Pentax 17, confirm rumors of features that we all wanted to see

Arri launches Hi-5 SX, a new wireless hand unit with flexible upgrade options
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Arri launches new wireless hand unit for focus, iris, or zoom control for solo filmmakers

Leica MP review: mechanical analog perfection in the digital age
By Sebastian Oakley published
Review This luxury-priced 35mm film rangefinder is 20 years old, but can still be bought new today

The whole Leica M11-D manual just leaked and I NEED this camera!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Leak appears to confirm Leica M11-D specs and features

Hasselblad updates the usability of 907C and CFV 100C in latest firmware update
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Hasselblad sharpens the user experience of its latest camera with a new firmware 3.2.0 update

This legendary $14,000 Parisian lens is about to be reborn
By Sebastian Oakley published
NEWS A legendary Angénieux cine lens is set to be revived as Light Lens Lab's 50mm f/1.5 "S21" – hopefully without the original's $14,000 price tag!

Leica Q3 gets STUNNING new color options, but only in Singapore (for now?)
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Singapore lets you express your personal side with new custom Leica Q3 vivid color options

Leica confirms commitment to compact cameras with the new Leica D-Lux 8
By Sebastian Oakley published
News New Leica D-Lux 8 confirms the German manufacturer's commitment to compact cameras, arriving in July

Canon launches first compact laser rangefinder with built-in camera for golfers
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Fore! Canon's PowerShot takes to the green with a new Golf edition

Pentax launches teaser ASMR video for new film camera — it sounds good!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Pentax film project launches new ASMR video teaser that could reveal its name, operation, and construction!

Leica M12: What we know so far, rumors and what we expect
By Sebastian Oakley published
news Here's what we know about the Leica M12, and what we hope to see

Best iPad preorders: where to buy Apple's new 2024 iPad Pro and iPad Air tablets
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
News Here's where you can buy both of Apple's latest tablets, including preorder deals and trade-in offers
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