
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

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

From the Nikon's mouth: Z-mount could come to RED camera, says CEO!
By Sebastian Oakley published
news "We are thinking of introducing a Z-mount RED camera in the future," said CEO Keiji Oishi

The ultimate AI-powered camera phone is even more affordable! Meet the Google Pixel 8a
By Sebastian Oakley published
NEWS Google's latest budget-friendly phone is here, with the amazing AI photo features we all wanted – say hello to the Pixel 8a

Gun rifle cameras to gold-plated Leicas – these photo rarities are worth a fortune!
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leitz Photographica Auction 44 celebrates 70 years of the Leica M system with ultra-rare cameras. Which will fetch the millions this year?

I craved a 35mm, but when I had it my true love, the 50mm focal length, called me back!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion I changed to 35mm then realized I had a longer love affair with the 50mm focal length

This Leica lens is 1600mm, worth over $2 MILLION, and only 3 were ever made!
By Sebastian Oakley published
News This MASSIVE Leica 1600mm lens is worth over $2 million, but Leica won't take your money for it...

Phase One XT Camera System review
By Chris George, Rod Lawton last updated
Updated The ultimate field camera kit for landscape and architectural photographers? We get hands on with the $57,000 Phase One XT

Nikon updates firmware for Z5 and D780 cameras (but don't expect much difference!)
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Nikon updates WiFi security via firmware for Nikon Z5 and D780

The best Nikon wide-angle zoom lenses: top DSLR and Z-mount options
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
UPDATED The best Nikon wide-angle zooms will literally widen your horizons, whether you have a DX, FX, F or Z camera!

Kodak Professional chemicals are back with a brand new look for Europe
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Kodak Professional chemicals make a comeback as black-and-white darkroom favorites go on sale once again

The Rollei 35AF looks like the new film camera I WANT to own
By Sebastian Oakley published
News The new Rollei 35AF features a 35mm f/2.8 lens, autofocus, and other user-friendly features bring new life film to analog!

Get the Hollywood look on Fujifilm X and L-Mount cameras with these Tuners
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Module 8 brings its vintage-look PL Tuners to Fujifilm X and L-Mount cameras, giving you the Hollywood look for less

The best DJI Avata 2 prices and deals
By Sebastian Oakley published
DEALS These best DJI Avata 2 deals will leave you flying high for a lot less. Check out the latest camera drone offers here today

Arri brings Hollywood look to live events with new Alexa 35 Live - Multicam System
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Hollywood cinematic to live productions: Arri offers the Alexa 35 cinema camera for live multicam productions

Samsung's new music frame isn't The Frame but is a photo frame – confused?
By Sebastian Oakley published
news Samsung Music Frame - a frame, but not as we know it!

Adobe rewrites the rule book as Frame.io version 4 released
By Sebastian Oakley published
News A new Beta version of Frame.io makes online collaboration a breeze thanks to the new cloud-based workflows with real-time turnaround

Libec's new video tripod could be your new best friend for smooth video
By Sebastian Oakley published
news Libec announced a new entry-level tripod with pro-grade features

Canon announces 27x broadcast zoom lens with built-in x2 teleconverter
By Sebastian Oakley published
news Canon crams a box lens into a portable package with a new 7.3mm to 197mm and 2x teleconverter!
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