LCE - Photographer of the Year 2026

• LCE

• Deadline: January 21st, 2026

• Category: Several Categories

• Prize: £10,000 Prize Fund + Exposure

• Entry Fees: Free

• REGISTRATION: CLOSED. Click HERE for more Opportunities

This free-to-enter competition boasts a £10,000 prize fund across 14 varied categories, including a public-voted People’s Choice award and our Emerging Talent award, which gives photography students the opportunity to win prizes for both themselves and their university.

Open to photographers of all skill levels, this is your opportunity to showcase your work, gain national exposure, and compete for significant prizes.

Celebrate creativity, technical excellence, and inspiration with us.

14 Award Categories

From Landscape and Portrait photography to Macro, Street, and more, there’s a category for almost every photographic style. Each one offers a platform to express your vision through the lens.

With the addition of the People’s Choice and Emerging Talent awards, there are even more chances to win outstanding prizes.

Discover the categories and get inspired.

Expert Judges

Entries will be reviewed by a panel of four highly respected photography professionals, each bringing deep industry knowledge and a unique perspective.

They will assess submissions on composition, lighting, subject matter, and technical ability, ensuring a fair and rigorous judging process.

About LCE

Founded in Guildford in 1956, LCE is now proudly employee-owned and preparing to celebrate its 70th anniversary in 2026.

With 26 high street stores across the UK, LCE offers award-winning service, impartial expert advice, and one of the widest selections of cameras, lenses, and optical equipment from leading brands.

True to our name, we’re the trusted destination for trading in or upgrading your gear.

Whether you shop online or visit us in-store, we look forward to helping you capture your next great image.