Andy Westlake, Author at Amateur Photographer | Page 2 of 54

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Andy has been Amateur Photographer's Technical Editor since 2014, responsible for reviewing everything from cameras and lenses to accessories and software. Prior to that, he was DPReview's Technical Editor, and introduced lens reviews to that website in 2008. Along the way, he's shot extensively with cameras and lenses of almost every imaginable type, brand and format.

October 1, 2025

Sigma 17-40mm F1.8 DC Art review: the ultimate large-aperture zoom?

: out of 5

This is the largest-aperture zoom available for APS-C mirrorless cameras, but how does it measure up? Andy Westlake finds out.

by Andy Westlake
September 30, 2025

New Sony FE 100mm F2.8 Macro GM OSS – a premium optic for close-ups

Sony gets serious about close-ups, with new high-end macro lens giving 1.4x magnification

by Andy Westlake
September 24, 2025

New Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm F5-7.1 OIS telezoom is smaller than you’d think

L-mount telephoto zoom gives 500mm range in the size of a conventional 100-400mm zoom

by Andy Westlake
September 24, 2025

Nikon Zf in-depth review – a retro-styled mirrorless gem

: out of 5

Nikon’s Zf full-frame mirrorless camera oozes retro style, but also promises plenty of substance. Andy Westlake finds out whether it delivers

by Andy Westlake
September 22, 2025

Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome review – black & white with grey areas

: out of 5

This unique DSLR might just make Pentax users re-discover their love of black & white. Andy Westlake takes a close-up look at the Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome

by Andy Westlake
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September 22, 2025

Panasonic Lumix G9 II review: the best Micro Four Thirds camera yet?

: out of 5

Panasonic’s 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds flagship gains phase-detection autofocus and subject detection. Andy Westlake puts it to the test

by Andy Westlake
September 19, 2025

Panasonic Lumix S5 II review: raw power, close control

: out of 5

Panasonic’s updated full-frame mirrorless model gained phase detect autofocus - is this enough for it to compete with its rivals? Andy Westlake finds out in our Panasonic Lumix S5II review

by Andy Westlake
September 16, 2025

Canon PowerShot V10 Review: a camera that’s looking at you, vloggers

: out of 5

Canon's new PowerShot V10 vlog camera may look strange, but its design might just make perfect sense. Andy Westlake and Joshua Waller take a look

by Andy Westlake
September 13, 2025

3 Legged Thing Luna review – a great light stand with a hidden bonus

: out of 5

Andy Westlake tries out a featherweight light stand with an unusual trick

by Andy Westlake
September 12, 2025

Sony ZV-1 review

: out of 5

Andy Westlake explores Sony's unique new compact camera that's specifically designed for vloggers, the Sony ZV-1

by Andy Westlake
September 10, 2025

OM System 50-200mm F2.8 IS Pro high-end telephoto zoom announced

Key features include optical stabilisation and teleconverter compatibility. Read our full review!

by Andy Westlake
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