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
The best full-frame compact cameras in 2025: a short list, but a great one!
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Updated These pocket-size cameras boast a full-frame sensor so there's no need to compromise on size or quality
Two-for-one deal! Buy a Nixplay digital photo frame and get an identical one for free!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Save up to $349 / £349 in this fantastic New Year offer from NixPlay!
The best slow motion cameras in 2025
By Lauren Scott last updated
Updated Our pick of the best slow motion cameras you can buy will let you capture all the action in stunning slow-mo
Our pick of the camera discounts in the New Year sales
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Black Friday may be long over - but there are still some great bargains to be had in the January sales
The best large format printer in 2025 for photographers, exhibitors and studios
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Updated Discover the best large format printers available, from desktop options to roll-fed commercial printers
The best night vision goggles and binoculars in 2025: see in the dark!
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Updated The best night vision goggles, binoculars, and monoculars can be perfect for surveillance, security, and nocturnal wildlife
The best monoculars in 2025: perfect for when binoculars are just too big
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Updated The best monoculars give you the same magnification as binoculars but in a smaller, simpler package
Negatives don't fail: Why I choose film over digital cameras every time
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Negatives don't fail: Why film photography will always have my heart and is my tangible backup
Leica in 2024: from film cameras and compacts to remixes and mirrorless
By Sebastian Oakley published
The must-have Leica cameras of 2024: From mirrorless to masterpieces
"The Leica Q3 is, in my opinion, the best deal Leica offers – and I use Leica M-cameras for a living"
By Sebastian Oakley published
Feature The Leica Q3: It’s the one Leica that’s as practical as it is prestigious, the best deal Leica offers
The best iPhone power bank in 2025: portable chargers for your Apple device
By Gareth Bevan last updated
buying guide Top up far from home, with the best iPhone power banks.
I sold all my Nikon gear for Leica—but there's one Nikon lens I will never sell!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion I love Leica, but I just can't sell this outstanding Nikon lens from the 60's!
The best Leica cameras in 2025: from classic rangefinders to modern mirrorless
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide The best Leica cameras cost plenty, but they deliver plenty too, and there are more affordable Leicas to choose from too
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
Best compact binoculars in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
buying gude Perfect whether you're out for a walk or watching sports, these are the best compact binoculars available today
The best cinema cameras in 2025: time to step up to serious filmmaking
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide The best cinema cameras offer top-quality video capture and grading options and the ports and connections needed by pros
The best YouTube cameras in 2025: our favorite content creation tools!
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
UPDATED We pick the best YouTube cameras for indoor presenting, travel vlogging, adventurous thrill-seekers, and more
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
The best image stabilized binoculars in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying guide Want a powerful magnification and a judder-free image into the bargain? We round up the best IS binoculars you can buy…
The best binoculars in 2025 for astronomy, wildlife, sports fans, and more
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Updated Choosing the best binoculars is easy when you know what the specs mean and what to look for
The best camera for filmmaking in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
BUYING GUIDE The best 4K camera for filmmaking will deliver high-quality video content, offer image stabilization and a range of codecs
Best wireless follow focus units for filmmakers in 2025
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide These wireless follow focus units let you ditch manual focus pulling for 21st century technology
Voigtlander introduces new 90mm APO-Ultron f/2 in Leica M-Mount for 2025
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Voigtlander's new APO-Ultron 90mm f/2 VM for Leica M-Mount brings a telephoto focal length in a compact package
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