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

RED brings back Nikon mount after 17 Years – Meet the Z-Mount V-Raptor X and Komodo X
By Sebastian Oakley published
News After 17 year hiatus, the Nikon mount is back on Red cameras with Nikon Z V-Raptor X and Komodo X

Best compact binoculars in 2025: roof prism binos that you can take anywhere
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

Lucky Film announces new color film, promising affordability for analog photographers around the world
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Lucky Film is back manufacturing color film after a decade to contend with Kodak for the best price-to-performance C41 film

The best opera glasses in 2025: pocket sized binoculars for theater and stage
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide Going to the opera, theater or a concert? Enhance your experience with the best opera glasses available today

Instagram's schedule button is perfect for photographers like me who HATE social media
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion I hate social media, but Instagram's schedule button is perfect for photographers like me that want to shoot, rather than post

Curt O. Schaller wins Scientific and Technical Award for the Arri Trinity 2 camera stabilizer system
By Sebastian Oakley published
Curt O. Schaller gets Scientific and Technical Award for his Arri Trinity 2 camera stabilizer design

Leica takes to the slopes with the Leica Sofort 2 Burton Edition camera
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica and Burton united for the Leica Sofort 2 Burton Edition

Fujifilm X-T50 with 16-50mm zoom drops to lowest-ever price
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal This Fujifilm X-T50 bundle has never been cheaper – quick, snap one up while you still can!

Nikon Prostaff 5 12x50 Binoculars hit LOWEST-EVER price
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Grab the Nikon 12x50 binos for a record-breaking price before they sell out!

The forgotten magic of CCD sensors: Why I won’t give them up!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion CMOS has its place, but it is not in any of my own cameras: CCD has my heart and soul

Nikon Z50 camera drops to amazing low price
By Sebastian Oakley published
Updated Get Nikon's Z50 DX mirrorless camera with zoom lens for £699

The best cheap mirrorless cameras in 2025: grab a bargain with these low-cost classics
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide These are the cheap mirrorless cameras around right now, from basic beginner cameras to discounted favorites

The best DSLR for video in 2025: create fantastic full HD and 4K video
By Lauren Scott last updated
Buying Guide The best DSLRs for video can still beat mirrorless rivals for value and flexibility: here are our top picks, at the best prices

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 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

The best Leica cameras: 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

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 DSLR in 2025: Chunky, classic camera designs still loved today
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide The best DSLRs are still great cameras to buy today, with bigger bodies, better battery life, and a huge range of lenses

The best film cameras in 2025: recapture the magic of film in the digital age
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide The best film cameras we've chosen are practical classics that you can still use today

The best spotting scopes in 2025: get a closer look at sports, nature, and wildlife
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide The best spotting scopes offer higher magnification than a monocular but much more portability than a telescope

Save a MASSIVE £800 on the Rotolight NEO 3 light kit
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Save a massive £800 off the Rotolight NEO 3 3-piece lighting kit in the incredible offer at Park Cameras

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

Leica's latest flagship SL3-S camera is now in stock and you should order now before it sells out!
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Leica SL3-S is now in stock: Here is where you can buy Leica's latest flagship
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