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AP’s Deputy Editor finds his perfect lens for birding, enjoys a quirky compact camera, and sings the praises of a bargain 35mm film SLR

As well as working on a weekly magazine, running a website and our social media platforms, we’re often out taking photos, whether for gear reviews or just for pure enjoyment outside of work. Here’s a selection of our favourite photos taken in 2025

AP’s Editor discusses some of the kit that he’s most enjoyed using during 2025, including a camera, flash and tripod

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Andy Westlake surveys the cameras and lenses released over the past year, and what they tell us about the state of the market