
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 makes watches? Leica launches new ZM 12 watch collection
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Leica launches the new ZM 12 watch collection, which goes great with an M11!

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

Leica Gallery London gives fashion a new focus with exhibition from photography greats
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Fashion gets a new focus as Leica Gallery London collaborates with Vogue, Tatler, and more for Fashion Forward exhibition

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

Leica revives a legend: The new Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 Classic has arrived
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Vintage aesthetic, cutting-edge tech: Meet the Leica Summilux-M 50 f/1.4

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

Sony A6700 camera drops to its new LOW PRICE
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Sony's hybrid camera drops to £1,343 in new low-price deal

Tech giant Cloudflare gives a big boost to C2PA and Content Credentials in the fight against fake photos
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Cloudflare and C2PA: a game-changer for digital photography provenance

The end of an era? Why an EVF in a Leica M feels like a mistake
By Sebastian Oakley published
Opinion Leica M with an EVF: Why an EVF in a Leica M could ruin the magic in my opinion

Seeing red? Harman releases new Harman Red 125 film based on Phoenix emulsion
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Harman Red 125 film in 35mm format based on popular Phoenix emulsion

I felt lost in my photography, but a photography project gave my work meaning. Here's how
By Sebastian Oakley published
OPINION Making a photography project has given my work meaning and definition - I no longer feel lost!

3,000 feet of flawless wireless video? Hollyland’s new Cosmo C2 makes it possible
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Hollyland’s Cosmo C2 sets new standard for wireless video: 3X the range, near-zero latency

The best video tripods: supports with fluid heads for shooting movies smoothly
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Buying Guide From small to large and to suit everyone from students to vloggers and pro filmmakers, here are the best video tripods on the market

Grab the Nikon Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR at LOWEST-EVER price right now at Amazon
By Sebastian Oakley published
Deal Nikon's most versatile lens hits its lowest-ever price, making it under £1,200

Nikon’s new 28-135mm f/4 PZ lens brings power zoom & pro video features
By Sebastian Oakley published
News Nikon’s new 28-135mm power zoom lens: a game-changer for Z-Series filmmakers

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

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
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