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What to Expect From CP+ 2025, the World's Biggest Photo Expo, Feat. Ted Forbes Feb 19, 2025

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Do you ever get tired of manually organizing, searching for, tagging, and culling your images? We do, too - and that’s where Excire can help!
Excire’s photo-management software harnesses AI to make tedious tasks 10x faster, easier, and more fun. Thanks to Excire, you can easily get your images organized, stay on top of culling, and instantly find any photo in your catalog—so you can spend less time managing your images and more time doing what you love! Best of all, Excire can be integrated seamlessly into your current workflow, either using the standalone image organizer, Excire Foto 2025, or the Lightroom Classic plugin, Excire Search 2024.
To purchase an Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit www.excire.com/en/shop! (PetaPixel viewers can receive 15% off their purchase with the special discount code PETAPIXEL.)
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We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio.
We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe.
In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
11:03 - Apple's acquisition of Pixelmator is complete
17:00 - Capture One shut down its community forum
21:53 - Western Digital and SanDisk are divorcing
26:33 - Harman Red 125 is a new redscale color negative film
30:20 - Lucky Film is making a comeback and distributors are fighting over it
33:14 - Content Credentials on Samsung's Galaxy S25 don't work on real photos, only AI
36:02 - The Nikon block
46:33 - PetaPixel members get access to full-resolution RAW and JPEGS from new cameras and lenses
49:71 - What do you want to see from the CP+ Photography Exhibition in Japan?
1:11:07 - Never read the comments
1:16:55 - Tech support
1:31:22 - Feel good story of the week

What Else MUST Micro Four Thirds Do in 2025? Feb 06, 2025

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Do you ever get tired of manually organizing, searching for, tagging, and culling your images? We do, too - and that’s where Excire can help!
Excire’s photo-management software harnesses AI to make tedious tasks 10x faster, easier, and more fun. Thanks to Excire, you can easily get your images organized, stay on top of culling, and instantly find any photo in your catalog—so you can spend less time managing your images and more time doing what you love! Best of all, Excire can be integrated seamlessly into your current workflow, either using the standalone image organizer, Excire Foto 2025, or the Lightroom Classic plugin, Excire Search 2024.
To purchase an Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit www.excire.com/en/shop! (PetaPixel viewers can receive 15% off their purchase with the special discount code PETAPIXEL.)
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team catches up on a huge pile of news and dives into a discussion on what Micro Four Thirds still needs to do in 2025 even with the release of the new OM System OM-3.
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In This Episode

The PPA is having a crisis of leadership

Update

Yashica's new point-and-shoot cameras have confusing specs

Treyarch co-founder is the one who hit a 'Super Scooper' firefighting plane with a drone

Aperture Priority keycaps are sweet

Kodak is "cracking down" on dishonest motion picture respoolers

Canon claims sweeping victory

Canon missed profits projections

Canon recommits to compacts, will scale production to meet demand

Did Samsung Do Enough To Separate From Google? Jan 24, 2025

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While many of the creator-focused additions to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are direct responses to what Apple is doing with the iPhone (digital aperture adjustment and log video are prime examples), it is perhaps Google that Samsung should be most wary of. Because it relies so much on what Google develops when it comes to AI enhancements, it might be harder for Samsung to meaningfully stand out to Android users. The PetaPixel Podcast team discusses!
Do you ever get tired of manually organizing, searching for, tagging, and culling your images? We do, too - and that’s where Excire can help!
Excire’s photo-management software harnesses AI to make tedious tasks 10x faster, easier, and more fun. Thanks to Excire, you can easily get your images organized, stay on top of culling, and instantly find any photo in your catalog—so you can spend less time managing your images and more time doing what you love!
Best of all, Excire can be integrated seamlessly into your current workflow, either using the standalone image organizer, Excire Foto 2025, or the Lightroom Classic plugin, Excire Search 2024.
To purchase an Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit www.excire.com/en/shop!
(PetaPixel viewers can receive 15% off their purchase with the special discount code PETAPIXEL.)
Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/
We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio.
We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe.

In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
06:36 - One-of-a-kind Nikon fisheye lens costs $250,000
09:27 - Pentax discontinues the K-3 III in Japan... but not in the US
13:08 - Tamron adds 120FPS support to 50-400mm on Sony E-Mount... with a caveat
16:23 - Sony adds content authenticity to a1, a1, and a9 III
19:39 - Fujifilm's new Instax Wide Evo
22:26 - Did Samsung do enough to stand apart from Google?
41:49 - What have you been up to?
46:15 - Tech support
1:14:30 - Feel good story of the week

Is L-Mount Worth Investing Into? Jan 17, 2025

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The Leica L-mount was created in 2014. The L-mount Alliance was formed in 2018. While there has been a steady release of cameras for this mount since then, considering the number of companies involved, it is a bit thin – especially for still photographers.
With the recent announcement of the Leica SL3-S -- which feels like it's not the best value for the dollar in ways that go beyond even typical expectations of Leica cameras in the past-- we found ourselves asking: if you were coming in fresh to mirrorless and were thinking of investing in a system, is L-mount worth it over the alternatives? If not, why? What is missing? Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and I dig into it.
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We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio.
We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe.

In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
12:08 - DJI's new Flip looks like a nice balance between good quality and ease of use
20:08 - Nikon's custom Z9 and thermal blanket are headed to the Moon
21:53 - Canon warns that some SanDisk SD cards will corrupt with the R5 Mark II
26:02 - Canon may follow Nikon, move manufacturing out of Japan
29:41 - Adobe's generative AI in Lightroom and Photoshop is doing some weird stuff
37:40 - Leica announced the SL3-S
43:26 - Is L-Mount worth investing into in 2025?
59:43 - What have you been up to?
1:04:00 - Never read the comments / Tech support
1:32:27 - Feed good story of the week

This Isn't the Compact Camera Revival We Asked For Jan 08, 2025

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With smartphone cameras coming to a plateau on quality -- especially on zoom lenses -- there is a distinct spot for point-and-shoots. Compact cameras certainly have value and the team thinks there is definitely a place for them in the market today, but also thinks there is a "right" and "wrong" way for manufacturers to jump in on this popular trend. Sure, these kinds of cameras need to be affordable but it's often not quite enough to just slap a USB-C charging port on a compact camera design from 8 years ago and call it good.
That said, there are a few compact cameras that the team thinks would be okay to just re-release with minor upgrades to start serving the market right away.
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In This Episode

00:00 - We're back! Welcome to SEASON 4!
06:09 - Getty and Shutterstock are merging
08:05 - OM System promises new camera and lenses are coming "shortly"
10:34 - Fujifilm doesn't say "never" to a new film camera
18:39 - Yashica is getting in on the point-and-shoot craze
20:31 - This isn't the compact camera revival we asked for
42:55 - New gear we've picked up lately that we really like
28:20 - Never read the comments
1:02:19 - Tech support
1:29:19 - Feel good story of the week

The Annual Airing of Grievances (Season 3 Finale) Dec 18, 2024

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From October 24th, 2024, to January 3rd, 2025, you can showcase your best outdoor photography for a shot at winning an incredible trip to Japan with OM SYSTEM Ambassador Lisa Michele Burns. Submit your best nature-inspired photograph for a chance to win a 7-day photo tour of Japan with OM SYSTEM Ambassador, Lisa Michele Burns. This amazing experience, valued at over $12,000 USD, is for you and a guest and will take you through some of Japan’s most incredible landscapes. Not only that, but you’ll also receive OM SYSTEM camera gear worth $2,500 USD to capture every unforgettable moment of your journey.
So, what are you waiting for? The world is your canvas—show OM SYSTEM how you’ve turned the ordinary into the extraordinary. Submit your entry now, and you could be on your way to Japan!
For more details, visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel.
Do you ever get tired of manually organizing, searching for, tagging, and culling your images? We do, too - and that’s where Excire can help!
Excire’s photo-management software harnesses AI to make tedious tasks 10x faster, easier, and more fun. Thanks to Excire, you can easily get your images organized, stay on top of culling, and instantly find any photo in your catalog—so you can spend less time managing your images and more time doing what you love! To purchase an Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit excire.com/en/shop! PetaPixel viewers can receive 15% off their purchase with the special discount code PETAPIXEL.
This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team says goodbye to 2024 with the most important of traditions: the airing of grievances. Thanks for joining us for season three of the PetaPixel Podcast! The show will be back in January for the episode 76 and the start of season four. em>Support Chris and Jordan directly with a PetaPixel Membership!
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro, it's the season finale!
07:37 - Blackmagic's Ursa Cine Immersive is coming early next year for $29,999
11:10 - Panasonic has a new point and shoot and G97
16:07 - Nikon added shutter angle and custom zebras to the Z9
21:59 - Kodak and Huf Team have a neat collab
24:07 - Adobe's reflection removal tool looks super neat
25:37 - The Annual Airing of Grievances
48:57 - Are we monsters?
1:13:10 - Never read the comments
1:19:52 - Tech support
1:37:21 - Feel good story of the week

The PetaPixel Awards: The Best of Photography in 2024 Dec 11, 2024

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If you’re a wildlife or birding photographer, you know the magic of capturing rare encounters from afar. Get an OM-1 Mark II, a 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS, the MC-20 2x Teleconverter, and the HLD-10 Battery Grip for just $4,499.96 – that's a savings of $1,380!
Don’t miss out! This amazing offer expires on January 5, 2025! Discover more at http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or at your local OM SYSTEM retailer.
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Do you ever get tired of manually organizing, searching for, tagging, and culling your images? We do, too - and that’s where Excire can help! To purchase an Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit www.excire.com/en/shop!
PetaPixel viewers can receive 15% off their purchase with the special discount code PETAPIXEL.
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We are proud to announce the results of the fourth-annual PetaPixel Awards where we are able to honor the best new photography products released in the last year. 2024 was a heck of a year for photography and the results showed that: it was the closest batch of voting in the awards’ history.
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In This Episode:

00:00 - Into (explaining all our upcoming gear shows)
08:24 - Samyang announced a new 35mm f/1.4 P lens (and brought a 12mm f/2 lens to Canon RF mount APS-C)
13:22 - Microsoft discontinues the Surface Studio 2+
18:48 - Canon USA brought back Rudy Winston
21:07 - The PetaPixel Awards (About, Methodology, Categories)
26:00 - Accessory of the Year
29:27 - Desktop Software of the Year
21:11 - Smartphone App of the Year
33:51 - Computer of the Year
35:18 - Smartphone of the Year
41:13 - Zoom Lens of the Year
47:36 - Prime Lens of the Year
56:48 - Camera of the Year, People's Choice Award
59:47 - Camera of the Year
1:07:36 - Photo Company of the Year
1:09:51 - What have you been up to?
1:12:14 - Tech Support
1:29:56 - Feel good story of the week

PetaPixel’s Bold Camera Predictions for 2025 (Feat. Becca Farsace) Dec 04, 2024

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If you’re a wildlife or birding photographer, you know the magic of capturing rare encounters from afar. To bring your vision to life, OM SYSTEM has curated the ultimate telephoto kit designed for those who demand precision, durability, and exceptional image quality.
Get an OM-1 Mark II, a 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS, the MC-20 2x Teleconverter, and the HLD-10 Battery Grip for just $4,499.96 – that's a savings of $1,380!
Don’t miss out! This amazing offer expires on January 5, 2025! Discover more at explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or at your local OM SYSTEM retailer.
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Tamron's holiday savings are live! Don't miss out on huge savings on lenses for Sony E-mount, Nikon Z-mount, and Fujifilm X-mount mirrorless cameras from Tamron's impressive range of stellar optics. Mix the high-quality, fast performance with the company's 6-year warranty which ensures long-lasting reliability.
Save up to $200 on a wide selection of lenses at tamron-americas.com/petapixel
It's time! Our annual tradition continues with our BOLD PREDICTIONS for 2025! This year, we're joined by Becca Farsace and PetaPixel's Jeremy Gray to make our predictions for what the camera industry will see in the next calendar year. It's time to get bold!
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Grading Every Camera Maker: 2024 Final Review (Feat. Gordon Laing) Nov 27, 2024

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As the holiday season draws near, now is the perfect time to purchase gifts that will bring joy to your loved ones. And if you’re ready to spoil yourself or someone special with an incredible camera deal, we’ve got the best winter offer waiting for you. Right now, OM SYSTEM is offering Black Friday pricing, and you don't want to miss it! For a limited time, the OM SYSTEM E-M10 Mark IV camera is available for $299.99 off its regular price of $999.98. Right now, you can grab the camera for just $699.99! Plus, when you buy the camera body, you’ll get the M.Zuiko 14-42mm II R lens for free—that’s an amazing deal!
Don’t wait! To take advantage of these incredible deals, visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or head to explore.omsystem.com/petapixel today!
In July, The PetaPixel Podcast team was joined by Camera Labs‘ Gordon Laing to give mid-term grades to every major camera and lens manufacturer. Now that the year has ended, it’s fime for them all to get graded on their finals.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro, welcome back Gordon Laing!
12:09 - Sony announced the new a1 II and 28-70mm f/2 GM
14:22 - About those onion rings...
17:44 - Great news: Tamron isn't closing the door on prime lenses after all
21:35 - Yongnuo made an "Art" lens. Wonder where the idea for that name came from
26:04 - Leica made more money in 2024 than an other in its entire 100-year history
27:01 - DJI launched the MicMini
30:52 - Grading every camera (and lens) maker's 2024!
31:14 - Canon
45:08 - Fujifilm
55:26 - Leica
1:04:14 - Nikon
1:08:55 - OM System
1:12:28 - Ricoh/Pentax
1:14:42 - Panasonic
1:20:21 - Sigma
1:26:59 - Sony
1:40:24 - Feel good story of the week

Fuji Eterna, Final Cut Pro 11, and the Fall of Sony's Airpeak Nov 13, 2024

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This episode is brought to you by OM SYSTEM, and their Black Friday pricing is here! There are incredible savings on OM SYSTEM gear that you won’t want to miss. OM SYSTEM has nearly every lens on sale, right now, with discounts up to $700 off! It’s the ideal opportunity to expand your kit, upgrade to the lenses you’ve had your eye on, or purchase a holiday gift for a loved one.
Whether you’re looking for a new camera or the right lens for your next adventure, check out OM SYSTEM’s Black Friday deals. Head over to explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to see all the savings. Offers end December 8.
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Tamron's lenses offer high-quality and fast performance that are designed to elevate your photography experience. Shop now and save at tamron-americas.com.
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast there is a lot to discuss, with Fujifilm announcing it will make a new cinema camera next year, Final Cut Pro getting its first version change in 13 years, Sony bowing out of making drones, and more! Support Chris and Jordan directly with a PetaPixel Membership!
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In This Episode

called the GFX Eterna

Apple Moves to Final Cut Pro 11, updates iPad app and Final Cut Camera, too

Hasselblad announced a new 75mm f/3.4 P len

Sony's Airpeak has been discontinued

Why did the Airpeak fail?

The FlashBack "non-disposable digital disposable camera" got a $330K investment on Shark Tank

Benro's Theta self-leveling tripod Kickstarter is nearly two years delayed

Feel good story of the week