London Camera Exchange Announces 2026 Photographer of the Year Competition Winners
The London Camera Exchange has revealed the results of its LCE Photographer of the Year 2026 competition. Sophia Spurgin received the top honor for her travel photograph 'Fish Eyes,' taken during a trip to Hoi An, Vietnam. The contest featured 14 categories and attracted 14,500 submissions. Winners were announced at The Photography Show. Spurgin, a retired educator from the U.K., expressed gratitude for the recognition and shared how photography has enriched her life through travel and connections.
Key facts
- Sophia Spurgin won overall and Travel category with 'Fish Eyes'
- Competition had 14 categories including People's Choice and Emerging Talent
- 14,500 entries were submitted this year
- Winners announced at The Photography Show
- Spurgin used a Canon EOS R5 Mark II for winning image
Entities
Artists
- Sophia Spurgin
- Louise Norris
- Helen Trust
- Jacek Salaga
- Millie Melvin
- Hardijanto Budiman
- Andrew Scott
- John Lynch
- David Lyon
- Carole-Ann Chambers
- Brooke Shaden
- Dikye Ariani
- Colin Page
Institutions
- London Camera Exchange
Locations
- Hoi An
- Vietnam
- U.K.
- London