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Retired Sony Exec on How Cameras (and Photographers) Have Changed Oct 30, 2024

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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by retired Sony Imaging executive Mark Weir who reflects on the evolution of cameras over the last two decades and, perhaps more importantly, how photographers have changed in that time, too.
In this episode, he talks about how Sony Japan fielded input from its users, looks back at how Sony chose to leave the mirror behind, the choice to make E-mount an open standard, and where he thinks the industry is going next.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro; Support Chris and Jordan with a PetaPixel Membership
12:13 - Check out our special bonus audio-only episode of the PetaPixel Podcast featuring Apple
16:20 - Google Photos will show when an image is edited with the company's generative AI
18:52 - Tamron doesn't appear interested in making primes anymore
21:05 - Lomography announced a new Lomo'Instant Wide Glass
22:47 - Leica is celebrating 70 years of the M in a very Leica way
24:08 - DJI's Osmo Pocket 3 is really popular
27:00 - Jordan, how do you feel about H&Y's new RevoRing Mark II?
30:31 - Retired Sony exec Mark Weir on how cameras (and photographers) changed in the last 20 years
1:13:55 - What have you been up to?
1:17:08 - Jordan's Movember
1:21:30 - Tech Support
1:46:08 - Feel good story of the week: CPS is now free for students!

The Future of Photography According to Apple, Maker of the World's Most Popular Camera Oct 25, 2024

This is a special bonus episode of the PetaPixel Podcast where Jaron Schneider, editor-in-chief of PetaPixel, talks with Della Huff, a member of the product marketing team at Apple who oversees all things camera and photos and who you would very likely recognize from many of Apple's recent keynote events as well as Billy Sorrentino, a member of the Apple Design team who has a hand in almost everything the company does and who oversees the user experiences across the company's platforms. The two discuss immersive, spatial content and how Apple, the makers of the most popular camera in the world, views the next era of photography. They answer a lot of questions about spatial photos, the Vision Pro, and generally about immersive content as well as how Apple sees the future of photography and the preservation of memories.

How to Travel as a Photographer and Not Hate Yourself Oct 23, 2024

From October 24th to November 3rd, OM Digital Solutions is hosting the third annual OM SYSTEM week, a global event, inspiring photographers to push their creative limits. This year's theme, "Creativity. It’s in our nature," invites you to explore the outdoors with OM SYSTEM cameras. Throughout OM SYSTEM Week, you can score amazing deals, with up to $500 off select OM SYSTEM cameras and lenses. Plus, registered users will receive even more exclusive offers!
Don’t miss out on OM SYSTEM’s creativity-themed photo contest! Running from October 24th, 2024, to January 3rd, 2025, you’ll have the chance to showcase your best outdoor photos and compete to win an incredible trip to Japan with OM SYSTEM Ambassador Lisa Michele Burns.
For more details, visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel
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This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider are in Tokyo, Japan and it got them thinking: photographers who travel internationally can often struggle with not knowing exactly what to bring, which results in them bringing too much. The trio share their tips to keep that keeps their packs light but doesn't make them feel like they are disadvantaged with their gear.
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In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro
05:45 - Excuse me, what was going on with the tape and the filter on the 500mm?
08:24 - DJI announced a new Air 3S
12:04 - There isn't going to be a DJI-branded mirrorless camera.
14:22 - DJI says import issues are why the Air 3S isn't available from retailers
16:27 - Insta360 has a new action camera
19:19 - Adobe Lightroom got a nice update
24:28 - How to travel as a photographer and not hate yourself
47:37 - Never read the comments
55:26 - Tech support
1:24:17 - Feel good story of the week: Jordan does Japan his own way.

The Owner of The Camera Store on Industry, Film, and More Oct 16, 2024

The next Supermoon is just around the corner (October 17th), and it’s expected to be the biggest and brightest supermoon of 2024. If you want to capture it in all its glory, you need the right gear. OM SYSTEM’s Micro Four Thirds cameras and M.Zuiko Digital lenses are perfect for the job. Why? The 2x crop factor doubles your equivalent focal length—so, a 300mm lens becomes a 600mm! That means more zoom without the heavy, bulky gear.
So, if you’re gearing up for the Supermoon, OM SYSTEM has you covered. Check out their full line of cameras and lenses at explore.omsystem.com/petapixel, or visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer.
When you've been in the camera industry for nearly 40 years and operated The Camera Store since the late 1990s, you see a lot. Peter Jeuene has done just that and also is the man who gave Chris and Jordan the opportunity to get on camera and become the experts you know today. Peter shares his thoughts on the state of the industry, how film's resurgence has affected his business, how he manages to compete with U.S. retailers and camera brands on the sales front, and even shares some stories from when Chris and Jordan used to work in his store.
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In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro
07:34 - Big Fujifilm Drop: X-M5, 500mm f/5.6, and a new 16-55mm f/2.8
13:46 - The 70mm film reel for "The Brutalist" is split into 26 canisters and weighs 300 pounds
15:23 - "Submerged" is a new feature film that can only be watched on Vision Pro
22:08 - Miss the aurora? Just make AI images, Meta says
26:54 - Nikon news: Z6 III getting C2PA, NX Mobile Air gets Frame.io integration, and EssilorLuxottica buys 5.1% of the company
32:57 - Canon is dropping three new lenses on October 30
37:29 - Talkin' shop with the owner of The Camera Store
1:14:21 - What have you been up to?
1:18:14 - New versions of Fixed lens cameras that viewers want to see
1:22:12 - Tech support

Our Dream Fixed-Lens Cameras Oct 09, 2024

If you’re serious about capturing far-away shots with incredible sharpness, the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS lens is for you. It offers an expansive zoom range, giving you the flexibility to get closer to wildlife, landscapes, and even celestial bodies like the moon, without compromising image quality. With its lightning-fast autofocus, you’ll always capture every split-second detail. The M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm is designed to keep up with the fast-paced action of wildlife and nature photography, delivering accuracy and high performance.
Right now, you can purchase the M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS for $700 off (regularly $2,699.99, now just $1,999.99). Don’t wait—head to explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or visit an authorized retailer near you to take advantage of this special offer!
This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider are joined by Tom Calton to talk about compact, fixed lens cameras and what 12 different manufacturers could do to appeal to the sudden surge in demand for high-quality options. Most, if not all, have some history in the space that could be leveraged to create some truly exceptional offerings in 2024 and 2025.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro (what was your first fixed-lens camera)
08:24 - Panasonic's new lens and Lumix S9 firmware
15:13 - Nikon's new patent describes a "selective" global shutter
19:42 - Fujifilm is updating autofocus performance on multiple cameras
23:44 - The Paper Shoot and Cappy Camera situation is quite a mess
27:19 - Happy Birthday Chris Niccolls!
30:30 - Our dream fixed-lens cameras from every manufacturer
31:10 - Fujifilm
21:13 - OM System
33:44 - Hasselblad
36:17 - Leica
38:19 - Pentax
40:17 - Canon
42:50 - Sony
45:16 - Nikon
47:10 - Kodak
48:36 - Voigtlander
50:24 - Panasonic
52:39 - Sigma
56:21 - What have you been up to? (make sure to check out Tom's YouTube)
1:02:36 - Tech Support
1:20:00 - Optimization settings for Lightroom: https://petapixel.com/optimize-lightroom-classic/
1:29:46 - Feel good story of the week

JPEG XL: What It Is And Why You Should Care Oct 02, 2024

OM SYSTEM Ambassador and macro photographer Ben Salb has mastered the art of capturing the smallest details of insects and spiders, tiny creatures that often go unnoticed around us. Now through November 3, the OM-1 Mark II is $1,999.99, $400 off the regular retail price, and the M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 PRO Macro Lens is $1,199.99 ($300 off regular retail price). Visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or explore.omsystem/petapixel today!
To read more about Ben Salb and his work, check out his detailed guide to macro photography.
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast Jon Sneyers, the Senior Image Researcher at Cloudinary, Editor of the JPEG XL standard, and contributor to the reference implementation of the format explains what it is and why it's important.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro (favorite aliens, squids, and more)
10:08 - A new Tamron 90mm for Nikon Z and Sony E
12:46 - Canon Listened, will update R5 II to capture 24p video with older batteries
16:17 - Phase One has a new XC with a new 40mm, can be purchased without the digital back
18:01 - ProGrade digital finally released its first portable SSD and it's very good
21:00 - Yes, you can buy the cable by itself
21:13 - Live your Death Stranding dreams with the Lancer300
26:08 - JPEG XL explained by Senior Image Researcher and JPEG XL reference standard editor Jon Sneyers
1:01:42 - What have you been up to? (how good is Chris's light metering with his eyes?)
1:08:44 - Tech support

Talkin' Backpacks w/ Peak Design's Founder Peter Dering Sep 25, 2024

Back in the Fall of 2008—several years before Instagram filters became a trend—Olympus introduced in-camera Art Filters in their DSLR cameras, specifically designed for the creative photographer. These filters helped transform basic images into works of art that deliver emotional impact, long before it became mainstream.
Curious to explore art filters for yourself or looking for the perfect gift? Purchase the E-M10 Mark IV body today and get a complimentary M.Zuiko 14-42mm II R lens—all for just $699.99, now through September 29th! If you're eyeing something weather-sealed, save up to $300 on an OM-5 kit. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or head to your local authorized retailer!
Peak Design is one of the most recognizable names in the photography industry and probably the most well-known accessory brand in the space. From the Capture Clip, to straps, to bags, tripods, and more, the company recently set its sights on the outdoor and adventure market after years in development.
Peak Design's founder and CEO Peter Dering joins Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider for a discussion about the company's history, product strategy, and -- of course -- the new Outdoor series of backpacks.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro (generational trauma?)
9:25 - Jeff Bridges is bringing back the Widelux
14:95 - Ilford is celebrating 145 years with limited edition retro packaging
17:56 - Canon made nearly half the digital cameras sold in 2023, but... Sony claims it has sold the most full-frame mirrorless cameras
23:54 - Google is adding C2PA content authenticity to Search and Ads
26:17 - Talking outdoor backpacks with Peak Design's Peter Dering
1:08:58 - What have you been up to?
1:12:39 - Tech support
1:30:37 - Feel good story of the week

Not All Megapixels Are Equal (and Nikon RED LUTs Review) Sep 19, 2024

Today we’re excited to highlight a lens that’s truly a game-changer for wildlife and nature photographers: the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS. If you’re passionate about capturing distant subjects with incredible clarity, this lens will be your new best friend.
The M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS is also built to withstand the elements, with a weather-sealed construction that ensures durability in challenging conditions. So if you’re in the field experiencing challenging weather conditions, this lens is up for the challenge.
So check out the M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS. Now through September 29 th , it’s $400 off (normally $2,699.99—now just $2,299.99). Visit https://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or your local authorized retailer now!
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It's been a busy week! Apple launched a new iPhone which started a lot of conversation about "fake" megapixels, Sigma finally showed its autofocus cine lens, Canon announced a new affordable zoom, and Nikon released RED LUTs for its Nikon Log profile -- and that's just the tip of the iceberg!
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro: our first smartphones, a birthday, and a neat lens
10:17 - Leica announced the M11-D
13:43 - Chris made Jaron spend a lot of money
17:46 - Nikon's New Heralbony Zfc collab is gorgeous, but not available in the U.S.
20:02 - Here is Sigma's first AF-equipped cine lens
23:07 - Canon announced the 28-70mm f/2.8
25:23 - Gordon Laing's hands-on with the Canon 28-70mm
26:15 - Is the DJI Osmo Action Good?
30:30 - Jordan's review of the new RED LUTs for Nikon N-Log
39:56 - Let's talk about the megapixel situation on iPhone
48:01 - The iPhone 16 Pro doesn't charge faster than the iPhone 15 Pro... most of the time
52:12 - A bit more on the iPhone 16 Pro's Photo Styles
57:09 - What have you been up to? (Chris has a beef)
1:07:23 - Tech support
1:29:15 - What do you think is happening in this photo?
1:32:47 - The feel good story of the week

What We REALLY Thought of Apple's iPhone 16 Launch Sep 11, 2024

Thanks to OM SYSTEM for sponsoring today’s podcast. Right now, OM SYSTEM is offering up to $300 off select telephoto lenses, plus free filters and accessories. For a limited time, with your purchase of the M.ZuikoDigital ED 100-400mm f/5.0-6.3 IS, 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO, or 300mm f/4 PRO lenses, you'll receive a free protection filter to shield your lenses from scratches.
The filter features ZERO Coating on both sides of the glass and a satin, glare-reducing black alumite aluminum frame that helps minimize flares and ghosts with its anti-reflection properties. Plus, enjoy a $300 rebate on the OM-1 Mark II body, a $100 rebate on the OM-5 body, and many more rebates and free accessory offers through September 29th!
Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or stop by your nearest authorized OM SYSTEM retailer to take advantage of these deals today!
Chris explained what was new and noteworthy about the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max in his first impressions video published on Monday, but that wasn't all there was to discuss. Jordan adds his two cents about the video enhancements and the three of us also couldn't help but notice that Apple put significantly less emphasis on AI tools and features at this event than either Samsung or Google did this year.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Welcome to the second PetaPixel Carcast!
06:44 - Nikon sold more Z9 cameras in one year than any other flagship camera in the last 15 years
08:50 - Leica 70-200mm
12:35 - Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN Art lens
16:33 - Canon announced the C80
21:32 - DJI announced the 75mm f/1.8
23:42 - What We REALLY Thought of Apple's iPhone 16 Launch
49:50 - What have you been up to?
52:52- Feel good story of the week

Becca Farsace Talks Leaving The Verge and Going Independent Sep 04, 2024

Wildlife photography is all about capturing rare, fast-moving moments from a distance without compromising image quality. With its impressive reach of up to 1200mm (35mm equivalent), and market-leading 5-axis sync IS stabilization, the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS lens ensures stunning, sharp shots even in the toughest conditions. Plus, its IPX1-certified weather sealing makes it the perfect companion for all your outdoor adventures. Right now is a great chance to save! The M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS lens is available at a special price of $2,299.99—down from $2,699.99. Pair it with the M.Zuiko Digital 2x Teleconverter MC-20, now $299.99 (originally $429.99), and you’ll save $530 when you bundle them together. But hurry—this offer ends September 29th!
Head to your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to learn more and take advantage of this amazing deal today!
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Last week, former video producer at The Verge Becca Farsace published a video explaining why she left that job to pursue becoming an independent creator. Since her path is the opposite of the one Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake chose, the three discuss the pros and cons of each direction on this week's PetaPixel Podcast.
The resulting discussion illuminates why there isn't a "one size fits all" set of instructions for being a content creator in the modern era.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro (and injury update)
09:21 - GoPro's New GoPro Hero 13 Black makes some great usability enhancements
12:41 - Canon R5 II has unpublished recording limitations when using older batteries
16:42 - Tamron brings the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 to Nikon Z mount
18:19 - Abode's plan to take on Adobe isn't going well
23:14 - Peak Design finally made an adventure backpack
26:49 - Becca Farsace on leaving The Verge and going independent
1:13:38 - What have you been up to? (Sad story from Chris)
1:19:10 - Tech support
1:36:07 - Never read the comments
1:39:23 - Feel good story of the week

Olympics Photographer on Canon R1, Sony a9 III, and More! Feat. Leah Hennel Aug 29, 2024

If you are an adventurer or an outdoor enthusiast, OM SYSTEM has designed the ultimate camera just for someone like you. Whether you’re into hiking, backpacking, camping or exploring, the OM SYSTEM OM-5 is the perfect tool to capture your adventures with breathtaking clarity.
From now until September 29, 2024, you can enjoy an incredible $100 instant savings on the OM SYSTEM OM-5 body, or $300 off the OM-5 with the M.Zuiko 12-45mm F4.0 PRO lens kit. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or your nearest authorized OM SYSTEM retailer today.
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Photographer Leah Hennel is an award-winning photojournalist who has been on the ground at Olympic events for the past 10 years. She just returned from Paris after covering the 2024 Summer Olympics and chats with The PetaPixel Podcast team about process, strategy, the day-to-day experience, and -- of course -- gear.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
06:22 - Samyang made the world's first optical exchange autofocus lens
09:44 - Apple event is scheduled for September 9
15:48 - Check out this 18.7K camera and it's crazy underwater housing
20:11 - Kodak Color Negative photochemicals are available globally
21:53 - Apple published its first Final Cut Pro YouTube video ads for the first time... ever?
25:45 - Story about Resolve
26:35 - The rise and crash of the camera industry in one chart
32:43 - Olympics 2024 Debrief with photographer Leah Hennel
1:07:23 - Tech Support
1:27:46 - What have you been up to?
1:29:43 - Never read the comments
1:37:22 - Feel good story of the week

Brands Have No Idea How to Work With YouTubers Aug 22, 2024

Now through September 1st, OM SYSTEM is offering an amazing deal on their ultimate telephoto kit, perfect for reaching those distant subjects and getting breathtaking shots for a total savings of $930! Normally $5,879.96, a kit of the OM-1 Mark II, MC-20 2x teleconverter, a battery grip, and the 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 are now just $4,949.96. Whether you’re capturing the graceful flight of a bird or the intricate details of wildlife, this kit has everything you need.
Visit explore.omsystem.com/PetaPixel or visit an authorized retailer of OM SYSTEM to get your hands on this gear today!
This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider discuss the difficulty brands have with working with media personalities that live outside of the "traditional" publication sphere. We also missed a lot of news over the last two weeks so we recap the biggest stories of August, including Sony launching new HandyCam camcorders for the first time in many years, new info on the Canon EOS R5 Mark II's dynamic range, and the revelation that almost half of Tamron's business comes from making lenses that aren't branded Tamron.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
08:31 - The Canon EOS R5 II’s Dynamic Range Performance Is Complicated
13:58 - Sony announced new handycams
18:50 - Benj Haisch tracks down $25K worth of stolen gear
26:03 - Frame.io now supports camera to cloud directly into Lightroom
29:16 - Canon believes the R3 and the R1 appeal to different photographers
31:58 - 46% of Tamron's sales come from making other camera company's lenses
35:16 - Pre-orders for the Mint $799 Rollei 35AF film camera start on September 10
37:50 - Brands have no idea how to work with YouTubers (Team Pixel drama and follow up
52:50 - The HDR situation
55:49 - Adobe has some work to do...
1:05:01 - Tech Support
1:30:02 - The Feel Good Story of the Week

Adobe Answers Your Questions on AI, Controversies, and Photography Aug 15, 2024

Over the past few weeks, we've been compiling the questions you want Adobe to answer related to its push into AI, recent controversies, and photography in general. We had a chance to sit down with Maria Yap, Adobe's Vice President of Digital Imaging, to give the company a chance to respond.
For over an hour, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider chatted with Yap and presented her with a range of inquiries from the whole "skip the photoshoot" debacle, pricing and subscription strategy, Lightroom performance, and more. While Yap answers many of those in the podcast, she also wanted to be sure to give detailed answers in text form to a few that stood out as needing more context.
You can read those here: http://petapixel.com/2024/08/15/adobe-answers-your-questions-on-ai-controversies-and-photography-the-petapixel-podcast
We expect to speak with Adobe more frequently moving forward, so more questions and ideas for topics to discuss are welcome!
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
03:28 - Meet Maria Yap, Adobe's Vice President of Digital Imaging
06:20 - Discussing the "skip the photoshoot" ad
11:04 - Can Adobe use AI to make metadata tagging easier?
13:27 - Does Adobe plan to update its TOS to allow boudoir photographers to use AI tools, or are they out of luck?
16:37 - Is Adobe going to leverage NPUs better so sending AI requests to the cloud is not necessary?
21:13 - When are we going to get proper multi-core and graphics card acceleration?
28:05 - Will Lightroom on iPad ever have feature parity to Lightroom on desktop?
46:34 - When is Lightroom Classic tethering support coming to Apple Silicon? Are you working to improve the stability of tethering on Windows?
47:17 - Why hasn’t there been any significant improvement or revision to the Lightroom import process?
48:35 - Could there be a Photoshop or Lightroom "lite"?
51:43 - Would Adobe consider a "build your own" or a la carte bundle plan of apps?
53:41 - How does Adobe ensure that its decision-making remains independent and user-centric?
55:14 - How does Adobe plan to improve communication and transparency with its users?
59:43 - How does Adobe ensure that customer value remains central to its business strategy?
1:03:19 - The broken promise of Lightroom as perpetual software forever.
1:06:12 - Adobe's stance on AI, imagery, and what is a photo?

Making YouTube Videos Using a Film Camera is HARD Aug 07, 2024

From now until September 1st, you can snag some incredible deals, including $300 off the OM-1 Mark II body. It’s usually priced at $2,399.99, but right now, it’s just $2,099.99. It’s a fantastic opportunity to pick one up if you’ve been considering it!
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Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake have been trying to finish a review of the Kodak Super8 camera but have found one unassailable truth in doing so: shooting on film for YouTube is very, very hard.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Send us questions to ask Adobe!
05:30 - Tamron's new 28-300mm f/4-7.1 all-in-one (that we reviewed)
11:20 - Sigma is making a Cine lens version of the 28-45mm f/1.8 but retaining autofocus
16:24 - Canon files five unique zoom lens designs
22:34 - Atomos Shinobi II HDMI display finally lets you control the camera through it
25:05 - Shooting YouTube videos on film is HARD.
39:15 - An update on repairing Jaron's dad's cameras
47:37 - Should we publish all our smartphone reviews in HDR?
1:01:23 - What will you be up to?
1:05:08 - Tech support
1:05:22 - Could you argue it is possible to use only Sony products for end-to-end photo creation and publishing?
1:08:29 - Does any photo editor import Sigma fp color?
1:10:30 - When is the best time to use the different shutter options in modern cameras?
1:12:39 - Why are Chinese lens makers able to pump out lenses so fast?
1:15:42 - Can you explain preamps in cameras and what makes them better or worse?
1:20:38 - Will Sony drop the price of the Alpha 1, or release a new one?
1:22:48 - Is using a UV filter for lens protection necessary?
1:28:34 - Is there an image quality hit with the electronic shutter on the OM-5?

Is There Something Going on With the Nikon Z6 III Sensor? Jul 31, 2024

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This week, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake concluded their review of the Nikon Z6 III. It's a fantastic overall camera that has some interesting new technology, but the few limitations it has appear directly linked to the sensor.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
10:36 - Sigma (sort of) makes more lenses work with with a9 III's 120FPS mode
14:19 - Hugh Brownstone's Leica Q3 grip
19:21 - The world's first underwater housing for the Leica M6
21:58 - Harman makes multi-million-pound investment in the future of film manufacturing.
25:40 - Pentax Astrophotography Assistant is paid firmware update to K-1 and K-1 II
30:21 - Is there something going on with the Nikon Z6 III sensor?
48:55 - What have you been up to?
55:37 - Tech Support
55:53 - Is Micro Four Thirds good for street photography anymore?
1:01:27 - Can you help explain sensor size conversions?
1:06:48 - How should you store camera equipment in high humidity locations?
1:09:04 - What's the most affordable Mac option for the most power?
1:12:56 - Is there something to the "Leica Look" people talk about?
1:16:28 - What happened to the "$500" pocket cam? What happened to Type 1 sensors?
1:20:53 - Can you explain what about Panasonic's video tools makes them better than, say, Nikon?
1:22:55 - Is there a fixed lens compact camera with good zoom?
1:24:33 - Don't forget about Darktable!
1:29:02 - How come camera companies share so little info about their processors?

Is the Canon R3 Line Dead Now? Feat. Kai W Jul 24, 2024

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This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider are joined by Kai W to talk about the R3 and ask... why does it still exist? Canon says the R3 line isn't going anywhere, but side-by-side with the new R1, there doesn't seem to be any reason for it to exist anymore. The four debate!
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro... with Kai W!
08:52 - SL3 Bug could delete your photos, but Leica already fixed it
16:07 - Canon says it is developing new lenses "no one can imagine yet"
19:58 - Laowa Makes the world's first zoom shift lens
22:43 - Serif Affinity is free for six months, no strings attached
24:51 - Got a question for Adobe? Let us know.
27:57 - Is the R3 Line dead now?
42:36 - Does dual pixel hold Canon back?
46:29 - What has Kai been up to?
55:31 - Tech support
1:27:15 - Never read the comments

Everything You Need to Know About the Canon R1 and R5 Mark II Jul 17, 2024

Today, Canon announced the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II – two highly anticipated cameras that say a lot about where the company stands on technology and, more importantly, how what it can provide photographers compares to its peers.
Each camera alone is a big deal for Canon but together they mark what is arguably the most important launch for the company in the digital photography era -- it is unquestionably the most important launch for Canon since it moved to mirrorless.
It was odd, then, that Canon gave US media so little time with the cameras. This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake join me to go over all of the details about the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II that we weren't able to talk about when we got hands-on time with them a couple of weeks ago in Phoenix, Arizona. We weren't able to dedicate the time to doing things as we would typically for camera launches because Canon only provided us about two hours of shooting time. If we attempted to record all of this information on site, we wouldn't have had any time to evaluate the equipment.
Beyond that, Canon wasn't able to provide concrete information to many of our questions in Phoenix. While we did eventually get final specifications this week, a lot was still missing. It doesn't seem like Canon wants to share everything and we'll have to get production units in hand to provide full information to everyone.
So because of our limited time and because we didn't have enough information when we had the R1 and R5 Mark II in-hand, we focused our efforts on explaining the most important aspects of each camera with the anticipation that we would spend a lot more time discussing those features in a podcast format.
Now that podcast is here, and we do our best to answer every question we think you might have about both cameras. Enjoy!
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In This Episode

00:00 - Setting the stage and explaining how this video is divided
03:25 - Canon EOS R1 specifications and breakdown
46:05 - Canon EOS R5 II specifications and breakdown
1:07:31 - Explanation of the shooting opportunity in Arizona
1:18:22 - Opinions so far...
1:28:37 - Canon did a round of layoffs and Rudy Winston is gone
1:30:02 - OM System Curry

Grading Every Camera Maker: 2024 Mid-Year Review (Feat. Gordon Laing) Jul 03, 2024

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Even though we're only halfway through 2024, it has felt like a very busy year for the camera industry. This week, the PetaPixel Podcast team is joined by Camera Labs' Gordon Laing to give a midterm grade to every camera maker. Who is acing the year, who only earns a passing grade, and who is at risk of failing? The four discuss!
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro: It's Gordon Laing!
03:38 - Meta changed "Made with AI" to "AI Info"
09:01 - Google appears to be bringing the next Pixel much earlier than expected
12:22 - The Leica D-Lux 8 is now shipping, although it is already sold out
17:15 - OM System's E-M1 Mark III Astro repurposes old tech for a niche audience
22:01 - Grading Every Camera Maker: 2024 Mid-Year Review
26:11 - Canon
34:21 - Fujifilm
40:57 - Leica
46:31 - Nikon
53:35 - OM System
1:01:17 - Panasonic
1:13:51 - Ricoh/Pentax
1:18:56 - Sigma
1:25:15 - Sony
1:32:30 - Tamron
1:37:18 - Two final things...

So... Where is the Nikon Z7 III? Jun 26, 2024

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In a topic spurred by an opinion piece on PetaPixel last week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider discuss what they think the future of the Nikon Z7 III is – if it has one at all.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
09:44 - U.S. House passes DJI Drone ban bill
13:42 - Sigma dropped its first RF lens
15:58 - Congrats to Pentax, the Pentax 17 is selling well
24:22 - Blackmagic Camera is now on Android
25:47 - So, where is the Nikon Z7 III?
43:22 - What have you been up to?
46:41 - Kristi Odom sent prints!
48:17 - Tech support
48:35 - If you could only have one lens forever, what would it be?
52:31 - Are there too many sensor sizes? Too few?
53:34 - What's the best solution to dissatisfaction with Fujifilm autofocus?
59:51 - Is the Lumix S9 good for training a new photographer?
1:03:02 - Which is better for a photographer, the Z6 III or Zf?
1:06:13 - What are some tips to take better photos of moving subjects in extreme low light?
1:10:30 - Never read the comments

Two New Film Cameras and the Z6 III in One Day?! (Feat. Ted Forbes) Jun 19, 2024

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The Art of Photography's Ted Forbes joins Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider to talk Pentax 17, Instax Wide 400, and the Nikon Z6 III which all launched on the same day. In a week of firsts, the four provide their thoughts on each of these new cameras and what that means for the photo industry at large.
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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro, say hi to Ted Forbes!
07:54 - Two new film cameras announced in the same day?
09:34 - Fujifilm's first new Instax Wide camera in 10 years
12:44 - Nikon self-service repair program
19:04 - Adobe will use "Generative Credits" to regulate Photoshop and Lightroom AI tasks
25:58 - Adobe sued by the US DOJ
36:21 - Differing opinions on the Pentax 17 and Nikon Z6 III
1:02:43 - Watch Ted's Z6 III hands-on
1:03:11 - What have you been up to?
1:07:32 - Tech support
1:08:11 - Will AI upscaling make larger sensors obsolete?
1:12:34 - For someone without a camera, should I buy new or used?
1:14:00 - For printing photos, should I be editing on an LCD or an OLED?
1:18:28 - We talk about upgrading cameras, but when should I upgrade my lenses?
1:23:01 - Are autofocus adapters good enough for telephoto lenses?
1:31:30 - Never read the comments

Adobe, What Are You DOING?! Jun 12, 2024

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Adobe is having a hard time getting out of its own way. Last week, the company pushed an update to its terms of service that was widely viewed as an over-reach. The company plans to change them again, but is it too late? The PetaPixel Podcast team discusses.
Also in this episode, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider go over Apple's new AI tools, Canon and Blackmagic Design's new immersive video capture systems made specifically for the Apple Vision Pro, and the team also breaks down Fujifilm's full camera line to see if it really needs to be as robust as it is.
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In This Episode:

00:00 -Intro
10:00 - Canon dropped two dual-optic lenses. First is this one.
11:17 - It's Apple Certified, too
12:12 - The other one is an APS-C lens
07:00 - Blackmagic made a stereoscopic video camera that shoots 8kp90 per eye
24:43 - Apple Intelligence in photo editing
28:20 - The Adobe Block
28:49 - Adobe's updated terms of use update enrage photographers
29:36 - Adobe says it isn't spying on users
29:52 - Adobe will adjust the ToS
42:55 - Nikon Z6 III is coming next week
44:08 - Fujifilm makes a lot of cameras now, do we need them all?
1:03:04 - What have you been up to?
1:08:27 - Tech support
1:08:36 - How can I take better indoor sports photos?
1:15:24 - What is your favorite way to take a break from editing without losing your groove?
1:18:51 - Three major questions about lenses and how they resolve.
1:28:09 - Never read the comments (but we always do)

Why Would You Buy a $2,000 Micro Four Thirds Camera in 2024? Jun 06, 2024

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Yesterday, Panasonic announced the GH7, a video-packed powerhouse of a camera that looks to be almost perfect. The only compromise? The Micro Four Thirds sensor. So we knew there would be a lot of folks asking: why would you spend $2,000 for the GH7 when the S5IIX exists? Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider discuss.
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In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro, and the new subscriber stretch goal challenge
08:20 - Wait, PetaPixel merch?
11:22 - DJI seems very worried it's about to get banned in the U.S.
19:05 - Adobe removes AI image in the "style of Ansel Adams" after the late photographer's estate blasted them on social media
23:07 - Less than half of all Japanese households own a digital camera
28:29 - Kodak cameras with 10-year-old tech are selling like crazy
33:16 - Have Sigma zooms reached the quality benchmark of Sigma primes?
42:14 - Why Would You Buy a $2,000 Micro Four Thirds Camera in 2024?
58:06 - What have you been up to?
1:03:38 - Tech support
1:03:51 - Why doesn't a 24-85mm f/1.2 exist?
1:06:24 - What tech came out that you thought was meh but was actually great, and vice versa?
1:13:45 - Why do we call it "post processing"?
1:17:10 - Why is no one else making a camera like the GR III?
1:18:45 - Why is my camera seemingly ignoring my shutter speed limit threshold?
1:21:57 - Will L-mount be getting any compact lenses?
1:24:54 - Will Sony (or someone else) ever make lenses like Canon's unusual fast zooms?

Are YouTuber Camera Press Trips Ethical? May 29, 2024

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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake give their insight into camera press trips and whether or not they believe they allow for ethical evaluation of equipment. They also talk about medium format and how viable it is in 2024 for wildlife and bird photography.

In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
08:07 - The Leica D-Lux 8 looks familiar
16:39 - YouTube reviews and press trips: are they ethical?
45:40 - Is wildlife photography on medium format a real thing now?
1:04:10 - What have you been up to?
1:09:53 - Tech support
1:10:00 - Is there any advantage to shooting uncompressed RAW?
1:11:16 - How does Jordan process audio for YouTube?
1:13:42 - Are there any tricks to making a video using footage from multiple camera brands?
1:16:30 - Will we ever see a leaf shutter lens in the L-mount to mitigate rolling shutter effects?
1:23:05 - Never read the comments

The Canon R1 is FINALLY Coming (and the S9, Too) May 23, 2024

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Because of Fujifilm's massive launch last week (and Sigma dropped a new 24-70mm f/2.8, too), the PetaPixel Podcast team had to record early and release later than usual, but that also meant a lot happened that they didn't get to talk about. That changes this week, because there was a ton to go over including Canon finally annoucning the development of the EOS R1, a camera that has been in development for at least three years. But that didn't go as smoothly as Canon perhaps would have preferred, as Adorama published fake specifications for the camera on their website and was then forced to make a public apology.
Beyond that, Adobe announced that Firefly generative AI tools were coming to Lightroom and Ricoh's new GRIII HDF is so popular that Japan had to resort to selling it by lottery.
This week, Panasonic announced the S9 and Chris and Jordan have some thoughts on it and also share how they think L-mount is doing now in mid 2024.

In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro
05:26 - What is your favorite OM System lens?
09:20 - Canon is finally going to release the R1
10:24 - Subtle differences between the R1 and R3 body design
12:01 - Fake specs "leaked"
14:45 - Adorama apologizes for posting fake specs
18:41 - ASMP calls out Adobe for "shocking dismissal of photography"
22:43 - Meanwhile, Adobe adds Firefly AI to Lightroom
26:58 - Capture One's new "Studio" offering is wildly expensive
28:30 - Ricoh's new GR III HDF is so outrageously popular it's being sold by lottery
34:01 - So, about that Lumix S9... and how is L-mount doing in 2024?
50:22 - What have you been up to?
54:23 - Tech support
54:49 - How much of an issue is overheating on the Insta360 X4?
58:11 - What are the best lenses for the SL3 and GFX100S II when it comes to landscapes and sports photography?
1:01:40 - Is there a notable difference between adapted old Nikon glass and new Fujifilm X glass?
1:03:30 - Can you clarify how both megapixels and lens quality impact sharpness and crop-ability?
1:06:24 - Log is confusing, can you explain how to properly expose for it?
1:11:00 - Help managing the limitations of JPEG but the storage strain of RAW
1:13:02 - Never read the comments

Fujifilm Had a MASSIVE Week! May 17, 2024

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Fujifilm held another Fujikina event, this time in Australia, to announce four new products: the X-T50, the GFX100S II, XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 R LM WR lens, and the GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR. Two of these announcements, the lenses, were expected: Fujifilm is one of the few companies that publishes lens roadmaps well ahead of official product announcements. But the two cameras were less so, especially considering the GFX 100 II was announced so recently, seeing the GFX100S II may have come as somewhat of a surprise. The X-T50 is also a bit unexpected and it brings a new dial to the party that is just for film simulations.
There is a lot to discuss, and that's not even touching on the new Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 Art II, which was also announced this week. It's a packed episode that you won't want to miss!

In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro (first food you'll grab in Japan)
06:27 - Nikon bought RED for just $85M
09:23 - Contextualizing that value
11:12 - Fujifilm's profits are soaring
15:06 - Sigma's new 24-70mm f/2.8 is REALLY good
19:33 - Fujifilm's MASSIVE week! Everything Fuji announced and what excites us!
21:44 - X-T50
25:05 - GFX 100S II
28:58 - XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 R LM WR
35:05 - GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR
40:43 - Fujifilm makes a lot of cameras now
47:06 - What have you been up to?
51:03 - Tech support, and a disclaimer
52:46 - How close would a full frame with a 1.4x teleconverter be to an APS-C camera at the same shutter speed and f-stop?
55:14 - What is a good Sony lens to get started with videography?
57:24 - What is your favorite camera menu system?
1:02:04 - What is your favorite obscure camera feature?
1:05:46 - Is the photo and video industry toxic?
1:11:38 - Never read the comments

Apple is a Camera Company Now (Again) May 08, 2024

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Before yesterday, the QuickTake 100 was the last time Apple built the hardware and complete, full-fledged software for an image capture device. Even though the iPhone has been equipped with a camera from the beginning, Apple has relied on third-party developers to make its camera hardware actually useable for anything other than quick snaps. The company dabbled in camera development but shied away from jumping all the way into the pool.
But with Final Cut Camera, Apple signaled very loudly that it is shifting its perspective: it's now making the software required to take full advantage of its capture hardware. There really is no other definition of a camera company than that.
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In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro (what was your first photo and video editing software?)
09:13 - What is going on with the Canon EOS R1?
19:31 - Insta360 is in the midst of a crisis.
27:21 - It gets worse: GoPro says Insta360 infringed on its patents
30:21 - Apple's new iPad Air
30:56 - iPad Pro
44:43 - Apple is finally a camera company now (again)
56:40 - What have you been up to?
1:01:03 - Tech Supportapalooza
1:30:16 - Ben Horne

PetaPixel VacationCast: Canon FINALLY Opens the RF Mount! May 01, 2024

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News doesn't take a break, so this week, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake join me from the comfort of their hotel room on the coast of Vancouver Island. The biggest story? Canon's RF mount is finally open to third-party developers, but there is a catch. That said, there might be a good reason for Canon to make this choice, as its sales aren't doing great.

The trio also discusses Sigma and Nikon and Canon's response to the situation at RED Cinema. Finally, it can be hard for solo creators to work with larger teams when they're given the opportunity, so the three present their tips for making the most of those types of opportunities.

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In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro
08:16 - Canon finally opens the RF mount... but just a crack
12:47 - So why isn't Sigma on Nikon Z mount?
16:19 - Camera sales boomed last year, but not for Canon
18:50 - Canon is surprisingly upbeat about Nikon's RED acquisition
22:04 - Should we ditch the term "mirrorless" and just use DSLR?
28:15 - Our tips for solo creators when they have to work with bigger teams
43:15 - Insta360 is asking creators to not disclose sponsorships?
46:24 - What have you been up to?
48:21 - Tech support
1:11:49 - Never read the comments

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So, Is the Insta360 X4 8K Actually Any Good? Apr 24, 2024

We would like to thank our podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM. Recently, PetaPixel followed OM SYSTEM Ambassadors Tiffany Taxis and Arthur Lefo as they photographed the incredible winter wildlife of Yellowstone National Park. The photographers had brought the recently released OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II, the company’s latest telephoto zoom lens, the M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS, as well as the M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO Watch the film on PetaPixel's YouTube Channel, make sure to read Lefo’s 9 Tips for Photographing Wildlife in Winter, and don't forget to also visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to learn more about the OM-1 Mark II and the M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS lens. -- Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this week's main story segment! Download unlimited stock media at one set price with Storyblocks at storyblocks.com/petapixel. -- This week, Jordan and I discuss some new developments surrounding Nikon's acquisition of RED as well as some of the top news that came out of the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) tradeshow in Las Vegas. That includes some hands-on impressions and testing of Insta360's new camera. 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... and where's Chris?
08:32 - Nikon's purchase of RED gets clearer
08:48 - Nikon is 'considering' cine glass while RED will continue to use RF
11:31 - When else has a lens/camera maker supported competitors' lenses or mounts?
14:29 - Expect a new camera using tech from both Nikon and RED 'in a few years'
16:02 - Nikon started the process to buy RED two years ago
17:40 - It looks like two-thirds of the X100VI Limited Edition camera orders in the U.S. were suspect
20:41 - Ok, SmallRig's new tripod collab with Potato Jet actually looks sick
23:12 - Blackmagic's big week (lightning round)
28:44 - So, is the Insta360 X4 8K any good?
44:42 - The sounds of Shure's new MV7+ podcasting mic
47:06 - What have/will you been/be up to?
52:35 - Tech support
1:06:12 - Never read the comments

Ranking Every Camera Maker's Software (They're All Bad) Apr 17, 2024

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Almost every camera manufacturer makes its own photo editing software, but we aren't super enthused to use any of them -- especially if camera features are locked behind them.
As long as there is no real reason to ever download it and fire it up, it's actually not a big deal if a camera company's software doesn't work great. Photographers are using third-party software like Adobe Lightroom and Capture One a majority of the time and it probably isn't unusual for them to never feel the need to download first-party software.
That was until companies started locking features behind these programs. For example, Canon Dual Pixel RAW requires the use of Digital Photo Professional and Sony requires photographers fire up Imaging Edge if they want to use Pixel Shift Multi-Shot. Neither of these programs are intuitive to use and, perhaps worse, they are frustratingly slow and prone to crashing.
So, looking at the state of photography in 2024, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron asked themselves this: how is it acceptable that all these programs are just varying degrees of bad? The three dig into it while driving from San Jose to San Francisco in the first-ever PetaPixel Carcast!
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Sony’s New Firmware Didn’t Give Us EVERYTHING We Wanted Apr 10, 2024

Today’s episode is brought to you by OM SYSTEM, delivering cutting-edge technology for photographers everywhere. Now for all you birding enthusiasts out there, OM SYSTEM has something special in store just for you: discounts on multiple pro-level zoom lenses that will allow you to push the boundaries of your photography adventure. You'll want to check out the M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F2.8 PRO, M.Zuiko Digital ED 75-300mm F4.8-6.7 II, and M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS, all of which can be had for a discount and are perfect for bird and wildlife photography. Head over to OM SYSTEM's website or visit your nearest authorized retailer to take advantage of these incredible deals before they take flight. Don't miss out on the opportunity to take your bird photography to new heights with amazing glass from OM SYSTEM. This week, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron are joined by filmmaker Levi Holwell to discuss documentary filmmaking and all of the details that go into a successful production. But before that, the four talk about the biggest camera ever made, Nikon's huge new camera robot, and how despite getting a new firmware update last week, Sony didn't give filmmakers everything they were looking for. 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: https://www.speakpipe.com/petapixel Watch Levi’s film (just create a free account). Also, make sure to check out the story Jordan references regarding the Photojournalist in North Korea. In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro
10:02 - The biggest digital camera ever made is complete
16:16 - A photographer flew his drone into North Korea
18:57 - Filmmakers want Sony to let them use custom LUTs on the a7S III
23:16 - Nikon's new cinema robot is bigger and better
27:27 - Talking documentary filmmaking with Levi Holwell
54:55 - What have you been up to?
1:00:18 - Tech support
1:17:58 - Never read the comments

Sony FINALLY Updates Cameras, and Will Ricoh Ever Make a GR IV? Apr 03, 2024

This week's podcast is once again brought to you by OM SYSTEM! In the world of photography, versatility and quality are paramount. OM SYSTEM stands at the forefront of this revolution offering a series of high-performance pro-grade lenses, all featuring a constant F4.0 aperture and weather-sealing, designed to meet the needs of the discerning photographer. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned pro, OM SYSTEM lenses are about pushing boundaries, exploring further, and capturing life as you see it. They’re built for those who demand excellence and versatility from their gear. Spring savings are now in bloom. Now through April 28th, OM SYSTEM is offering an instant rebate of up to $200 off these lenses. A big thank you to OM SYSTEM for sponsoring this episode. For more information, visit your local authorized retailer or explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. This week, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron break down which four Sony Alpha cameras received new features via firmware update and, among those, which didn't get through that process without a few bumps in the road. Ricoh also announced a new GR III and it appears as though it will do anything to not release a GR IV. Tamron also brought its 28-75mm f/2.8 G2 Lens to Nikon Z this week, which has its own interesting ramifications, and the team then talks about photo printing and why you should do it. 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
08:55 - Photography You Can Touch?
11:49 - Four Sony Alpha Cameras Get Huge Firmware Updates and C2PA Tools
19:14 - Tamron Brings Its Affordable, Excellent 28-75mm f/2.8 G2 Lens to Nikon Z
22:55 - Chris is jealous of Jaron's hair
24:55 - Ricoh’s New GR III HDF and GR IIIx HDF Cameras Feature a Dreamy Filter
29:49 - Sony's Mark Weir has retired
33:29 - Print your photos. If not for you, then for those who love you
48:59 - What have you been up to?
53:55 - Tech support
1:13:00 - The Rode Mic
1:14:59 - Never read the comments

Sony's New 247MP Sensor and Fuji X100VI Craziness Continues Mar 27, 2024

This week's podcast is proudly sponsored by OM SYSTEM. Right now, they’ve got deals that’ll have you upgrading your camera gear. For example, the shockproof, waterproof, freezeproof, and crushproof Tough TG-7 is a camera that’s as rugged as your adventures that is available now for $50 off: $499.99. That is not all though! Nearly all M.Zuiko Pro lenses are an incredible $200 off. And for those looking for versatility without compromising on quality, most non-pro M.Zuiko lenses are now up to $400 off. And as if that wasn’t enough, here’s something to get excited about: Order the brand new OM-1 Mark II and receive a free BLX-1 battery (with the purchase of an OM-1 Mark II body or kit. The OM-1 Mark II body only is $2,399.99 while the kit, which includes the OM-1 Mark II with 12-40mm PRO II lens, is $2,999.99 U.S.The savings don’t stop there! Bundle your OM-1 Mark II with qualifying lenses and save an additional $300, plus receive that free battery! Time is ticking. Don’t miss out on these incredible deals—remember, they’re only available until March 31st. Head over to explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer to take advantage of these unbeatable savings today! The team dissects the week's biggest news including the reveal of Sony's 247-megapixel medium format sensor. Leica also admitted that selling L-mount cameras is harder than selling its M- or Q-series bodies. Also, Canva acquired Serif Affinity to become a player in the professional editing space. Finally, Fujifilm made its Limited Edition X100VI available to purchase in the United States last week and that was a whole ordeal with twists, turns, and an uncertain ending. The team is also joined by Matt Lloyd, ASC, CSC, who is a director of photography and a cinematographer, and you may know his work from Ava Duvernay's Origin, Marvel's Spider Man: Far From Home, Power Rangers, Fargo, and Insecure. He's also from Calgary, Alberta, where Chris and Jordan call home. Lloyd shares his experiences shooting a wide variety of subjects (music videos, television, and feature-length films) with both film and digital and explains what it's like working in Hollywood and the types of equipment he chooses for the different projects. 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, where we talk about first dates
07:25 - Sony has a new 247-megapixel medium format sensor
09:33 - Leica admits selling L-mount cameras is harder than M or Q series: https://petapixel.com/2024/03/22/leica-selling-l-mount-cameras-is-tougher-than-selling-a-q-or-an-m/
13:36 - Canva acquires Affinity
17:23 - Fujifilm X100VI limited edition sale nearly crashes Fuji's site and sells out in minutes. Fuji will cancel "suspicious" purchases and raffle them.
22:16 - Matt Lloyd talks abou making feature-length movies, TV, and music videos
1:06:51 - What have you been up to?
1:08:05 - Logitech Mevo Core initial impressions
1:11:21 - Tech support
1:24:00 - Never read the comments

The Highs And Lows of Our Professional Journeys Mar 20, 2024

When a listener asked Chris, Jordan, and Jaron to share how their careers (all the highs and lows) have gone over the years, the team decided it was worthy of a main story segment to itself. Speaking of creative journeys, OM SYSTEM has announced their last call for entries in their contest and community-based project Tell Your Story which is aimed at promoting and showcasing the capabilities of the OM SYSTEM OM-5 camera. Renowned for its class-leading performance and weather-sealed design capable of handling any environment, the OM-5 offers remarkable computational features such as Live ND and Starry Sky AF. Building upon the success of last year's initiative, Tell Your Story II strives to identify and empower emerging talents to advocate for OM SYSTEM products within their social communities. Through March 25th, 2024, photography enthusiasts of every skill level are invited to participate in Tell Your Story II. The project will be showcased on Instagram, on the @omsystem.generation channel. Candidates selected for Tell Your Story II will receive support from OM SYSTEM, including the OM-5 camera, lenses, and mentorship by esteemed OM SYSTEM Ambassadors, including Brooke Bartleson and Peter Baumgarten, to bring their projects to life. Details about the program and how to participate can be found at explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. Did you know that Chris Niccolls was very disinterested in photography for most of his young life? Did you know that Jordan Drake used the money from a canceled trip to Europe to buy a video camera, forever changing the course of his career? Did you know Jaron got his start working at a photographic lighting company? Humble beginnings all, and the three share what sparked them to continue in the photography and video space, how teaching is important to them, and how that despite the lows (of which there are many), the highs still get them excited about every day. Burnout is real, but the trio explain how they either avoided it or worked through it to be where they are today. 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. For those curious about our Audacity compressor settings:

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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro, where Jordan asks what our first jobs were 10:24 - Leica Will Deliver a Mirrorless Medium Format Hybrid Camera ‘Within 2 Years’ 16:23 - The Hydrus Underwater Drone Wants to Be the DJI of the Sea 21:39 - Logitech joins Micro Four Thirds with the Mevo Core 26:27 - The $230 Full-Frame 50mm f/1.8 is 7Artisans’ First Autofocus Lens 30:09 - Chris, Jordan, and Jaron talk about their professional photo and video journeys 1:06:18 - What have you been up to? 1:10:23 - Tech support 1:23:23 - Never read the comments

WHAT?! Nikon is a CINEMA CAMERA Company Now? Mar 13, 2024

Join OM SYSTEM for Lens Fest! Now through March 31st, you’ll find incredible discounts on nearly all M.Zuiko Pro lenses, now $200 off. Plus, unlock savings of up to $400 on most non-pro M.Zuiko lenses, along with exclusive camera and lens bundle deals. OM SYSTEM's renowned legacy in cutting-edge optics shines through with the line of compact, lightweight lenses delivering impeccable image quality. Designed for adventure and many built to withstand any environment, the M.Zuiko Pro series of lenses are not only durable but also weather-sealed for peace of mind in every shooting scenario. Don't miss out on Lens Fest – upgrade your gear during one of the biggest lens sales of the year! For more information, visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. Last week, Nikon made the surprise announcement that it had acquired RED Cinema, one of the most well-known American cinema camera companies. In an instant, Nikon went from an often-ignored player in the video space to a top-tier competitor in the space up against the likes of Arri and Sony. What does this mean for the camera space going forward? Well, a heck of a lot, and Chris, Jordan, and Jaron break it down as well as speculate on how they think Nikon will handle its new crown jewel over the next few years. We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/Petapixel 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:

08:54 - Why Kate Middleton's Photoshop fail is important 16:50 - Canon is 50% of the way through negotiations to bring third-party optics to RF mount 21:35 - Canon wants to achieve "overwhelming number one share" of mirrorless market by 2026 27:10 - Fujifilm doubled manufacturing capacity for the X100VI, but it still wasn't enough 29:14 - Is it possible for any camera brand to replicate this level of popularity? 36:06 - Nikon Acquires RED in Massive Shakeup of Cinema Camera Market 50:52 - What have you been up to? 53:13 - Tech Support 1:17:46 - Never read the comments

The Year's BEST Movies to Inspire Your Photography Mar 06, 2024

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In This Episode

00:00 -Intro: What is your favorite snack at movie theaters?
09:25 - Stop being so elitist about your sensor size
15:00 - Sigma's 500mm f/5.6 is super popular
17:14 - Canon: no camera is high res enough to make content for Vision Pro
23:06 - Pentax's film camera will launch this summer
27:05 - The Year's Best Movies to Inspire Your Photography
30:51 - Jordan's #5: BlackBerry
32:56 - Chris's #5: Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
35:09 - Jordan's #4: Killers of the Flower Moon
37:27 - Chris's #4: Oppenheimer
39:28 - Jordan's #3: Poor Things
40:44 - Chris's #3: The Holdovers
43:11 - Jordan's #2: Maestro
45:53 - Chris's #2: Anatomy of a Fall
48:40 - Jordan's #1: Past Lives
52:14 - Chris's #1: Poor Things
54:50 - The movies with the best cinematography (lightning round)
1:03:45 - About watching movies on planes...
1:05:04 - Jaron's picks for television entertainment
1:09:29 - Tech support
1:23:31 - Chris with his version of a segue
1:24:04 - Never read the comments

A HUGE Week for Fuji, Sigma, Sony, and More! Feb 28, 2024

Thank you to OM SYSTEM for sponsoring the PetaPixel Podcast! OM SYSTEM unveiled its latest flagship camera, the OM-1 Mark II, on January 30, building upon the legacy of the original OM-1. With double the buffer size and impressive high-speed sequential shooting capabilities--up to 50fps with continuous autofocus -- the new camera offers enhanced autofocus performance, accuracy, and reliability. Anticipated to begin shipping any day now, insider information from OM SYSTEM revealed that they’ve extended their pre-order promotion, originally expected to conclude on February 26th, now extended until the end of March. Pre-order your OM-1 Mark II body or kit by March 31st and enjoy an additional complementary BLX-1 battery. Bundle your purchase with select lenses to save up to $300. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for more details! CP+ is typically a big stage at which Japan-based camera and lens manufacturers like to make a splash and 2024's show was no exception. Chris, Jordan, and Jaron break it all down in this week's PetaPixel Podcast. 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
05:32 - Why last week was so busy
07:08 - Jordan's thoughts on the Canon 24-105 f/2.8
10:00 - Fujifilm's X Summit in Tokyo and the X100VI
21:17 - New Fuji lens is coming and film simulations via firmware
23:42 - Sigma's wide, weird, and wonderful new prime
24:50 - Sigma made the 15mm f/1.4 to prove a point
26:58 - Sigma's 500mm f/5.6 is optically perfect
29:10 - Sony's 24-50mm f/2.8 G is underwhelming?
34:16 - Sigma's Foveon isn't coming any time soon
38:27 - Panasonic's tiny all-in-one
40:38 - The original OM-1 got a firmware update
44:09 - Should Sigma make medium format lenses? It's CEO thinks so
47:00 - 2024 feels like it's going to be a big year
49:38 - What have you been up to?
57:59 - Tech Support
1:18:41 - Go check out GxAce's YouTube channel
1:22:13 - Never read the comments

Diving Into Underwater Photography (feat. Kristi Odom) Feb 14, 2024

Thanks to our podcast sponsor OM SYSTEM! OM SYSTEM unveiled its latest flagship camera on January 30th, the OM-1 Mark II, which builds upon the legacy of the original OM-1. With double the buffer size and impressive high-speed sequential shooting capabilities--up to 50fps with continuous autofocus -- the new camera offers enhanced autofocus performance, accuracy, and reliability. Anticipated to begin shipping in two weeks, insider information from OM SYSTEM revealed that they’ve extended their pre-order promotion, originally expected to conclude on February 26th, now extended until the end of March. Pre-order your OM-1 Mark II body or kit by March 31st and enjoy an additional complementary BLX-1 battery. Bundle your purchase with select lenses to save up to $300. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for more details! -- Internationally acclaimed photographer and videographer Kristi Odom joined the PetaPixel Podcast this week to discuss underwater photography. She explains how she captured some of her most stunning photos while also explaining general tips and techniques for any photographer interested in giving underwater wildlife shooting a try. 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... Meet Kristi Odom!
06:00 - NASA goes mirrorless
07:38 - Space is very hard on cameras
09:17 - The Z8 gets a major firmware update
16:05 - Canon and Sony (again) say they're both #1.
19:36 - Kristi Odom's spectacular underwater photography
47:27 - Kristi's tadpole work
52:15 - What is on Chris's desk?
53:30 - Tech support
1:16:51 - Never read the comments

Samsung Says Photos Aren't Real! (feat. The Verge's Allison Johnson) Feb 07, 2024

We would once again like to thank our podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM. Just last week, OM SYSTEM announced their new flagship camera, the OM-1 Mark II, along with two new lenses: the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 150-600 F5.0-6.3 IS and the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm F4.0-5.6 II. You can see the new camera and telephoto lens in action in a recent story on PetaPixel where photographer Andy Rouse put them through their paces in Africa. Head on over to explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to learn more about the BRAND NEW OM-1 Mark II, the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 150-600 F5.0-6.3 IS and the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm F4.0-5.6 II. Preorders are live right now, with shipments beginning in late February. -- When asked about the expansion of AI in photography, a Samsung executive recently said that there is "no such thing as a real photo." Obviously, there is a lot to unpack there. Chris, Jordan, and Jaron are joined by Allison Johnson from The Verge (and formerly of DPReview) to discuss. 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
07:19 - Italian court orders Getty to remove photos of Michelangelo's David
11:21 - Canon permanently discounts both the R3 and the R5
15:15 - Samsung reports weakest earnings in a decade
21:27 - Samsung argues that there is "no such thing as a real picture"
29:48 - What are the limits of computational photography?
35:25 - Why are full-size camera makers so reluctant to add computational photography?
41:40 - What about Sony Xperia?
43:53 - Are camera companies afraid of what computational photography might mean to authenticity?
47:10 - Companies have to stop thinking they can dictate the terms of a review
51:52 - What have you been up to?
57:20 - Tech support
1:09:11 - PetaPixel's glossary of photo terms
1:10:35 - Never read the comments

The State of Medium Format in 2024 Jan 31, 2024

We would once again like to thank our podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM! Professional wildlife photographer Andy Rouse recently took the OM-1 Mark II and the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 150-600 F5.0-6.3 IS on safari to Kenya’s Masai Mara and Samburu National Parks. Check out his first impressions of both the camera and the lens, and view his photos from the adventure today: Check out explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to learn more about the new OM-1 Mark II, the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 150-600 F5.0-6.3 IS, and the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm F4.0-5.6 II. Pre-orders are live right now, with shipments beginning in late February. Every half-decade or so, medium format experiences some kind of "resurgence," and thanks mainly to Fujifilm's excellent GFX 100 II, many photographers might be interested in jumping over to the large sensor cameras. With Hasselblad's update to the 907x system last week, the team discusses where each medium format system resides, who they're for, what are they are good at (and what do manufacturers want them to do), and what the future of medium format might be. Is it doing just fine on its current trajectory? Would it be a fantastic platform to bring back a TLR-style camera body? Is it the one place a DSLR still makes sense? Chris, Jordan, and Jaron debate. 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
04:57 - RED's new global shutter camera makes some insane promises.
11:09 - OM System has a new OM-1 Mark II
18:23 - Two new Micro Four Thirds lenses
24:37 - Capture One is laying off staff amid "significant" restructure
27:46 - Hasselblad's 907X gets a 100MP upgrade
31:43 - The State of Medium Format in 2024
50:19 - What have you been up to?
53:48 - Tech support
1:18:44 - Never read the comments

What is 'Good Enough' for a New Smartphone Camera? Jan 24, 2024

We would like to thank OM SYSTEM for their continued sponsorship of the PetaPixel podcast. As most of us here in North America recently learned, winter has officially arrived. So with all of this beautiful snowfall, what better time to get outside and learn the incredibly rewarding art of winter wildlife photography? Today on PetaPixel, read OM SYSTEM Ambassador Art Lefo’s nine tips for photographing wildlife in the winter. In this comprehensive guide, Lefo discusses how he prepares for extreme weather, how he sets up his camera for success, how he captures dynamic compositions, and how he utilizes image stabilization to capture gorgeous photos of winter wildlife. Big thanks to OM SYSTEM for their continued support, and check out explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to learn more about the OM-1, the OM-5, and their incredible line of M.Zuiko lenses. -- Samsung's new Galaxy S24 Ultra sports a great new display, excellent build quality, and generally a fantastic user experience. But when it comes to the camera system, very little was changed from last year's S24 Ultra. So in 2024, what should someone reasonably expect from a new handheld? Does it need hardware improvements or is software enough? Apple provided mostly software changes and new enhancements, but it also added a new telephoto lens to the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Google redesigned much of its camera array in addition to adding AI capabilities. Compared to the field, was what Samsung did enough? Chris, Jordan, and Jaron discuss.

In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro
07:27 - Edelkrone's $2,600 motorized tripod weighs 9 kilograms
10:18 - Apple takes the top spot from Samsung in the smartphone market for the first time
14:56 - Nikon lens engineer thinks the Noct should be a series of lenses
19:02 - Chris and Jordan's take on YouTubers quitting the game
27:30 - Does a new smartphone need more than software and AI? What is "good enough" for a new release?
40:49 - What have you been up to?
42:20 - Chris wasn't on an island off the coast of Africa
47:43 - Tech Support

Samsung Talks Photo Features in the Galaxy S24 Ultra Jan 17, 2024

We would like to thank our podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM. Every journey is a story waiting to be told. A thousand little moments hidden between a beginning and an end. And there is no better way to tell your story than with the OM SYSTEM OM-5. Bundle your savings today and save $550 when you buy an OM-5 body with a 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 II lens. Normally $1,849.99, this incredible kit is now only $1,299.98. You need to hurry though, as this offer is only valid through January 28, 2024. And for all of you Canadians out there, you can get the OM-5 body with a 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 II lens and save $650 CAD; Bundled kit normally $2,549.98 CAD -- Now it is just $1,899.98. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel today to get this incredible deal! Curious about how Samsung approached the design of its new flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S24 Ultra? The PetaPixel Podcast team sits down with Samsung's Blake Geiser to learn more about what makes this little phone tick. Samsung's new Galaxy S24 smartphone series, headlined by the flagship S24 Ultra, uses much of the same camera hardware as last year's device (with some exceptions) but sees a major lift under the hood. "Samsung AI" is here, but that doesn't mean you can expect to see "AI" everywhere in this phone. Samsung's Blake Geiser sits down with Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider to explain what photographers and videographers can expect to find with the new handheld, what's different, and what is worth getting excited about. 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, and welcome back!
03:39 - Interview with Samsung's Blake Geiser
27:04 - Does Samsung have any NX1 cameras still kicking around?
28:55 - The secret to Chris's incredible hair
29:00 - Closing thoughts

Grading Every Camera Maker's 2023 Performance Jan 10, 2024

We want to wish a very happy new year to our podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM! This morning, we published a story featuring tips from OM SYSTEM Ambassador Emilie Talpin on how to improve your macro photography. Macro photography is one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, genres of photography and Talpin helps us improve our own macro photography by sharing the lessons she has learned throughout her career. Read Emilie’s tips today on PetaPixel and check out the full line of OM SYSTEM cameras and lenses by visiting explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. As PetaPixel closed the door on 2023 and looked forward into 2024, it published multiple stories that looked back on how the major manufacturers fared in the past 365, grading each on what they were able to produce for enthusiasts on a classic scale of A through F. Using those as a springboard, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider offer their own input on how these companies did in the last year, highlighting what they did well, what could have been done better, and what each company needs to do in the year ahead to impress. Make sure you check out PetaPixel's grades on Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, the L-Mount Alliance, Micro Four Thirds, and the best of the rest to follow along with The PetaPixel Podcast team. 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, and welcome back!
06:05 - How did every camera maker fare in 2023?
06:38 - Canon in 2023: grading the RF mount
12:22 - Nikon in 2023: grading the Z mount
20:24 - Sony in 2023: grading the E mount
31:00 - Fujifilm in 2023: grading the X and GF systems
37:21 - The L-mount in 2023: grading the Alliance
44:28 - Grading Micro Four Thirds in 2023
49:17 - The best of the rest
56:49 - What have you been up to?
1:05:19 - Tech Support
1:17:11 - Never read the comments

Our BOLD Camera Predictions for 2024! (feat. Camera Labs' Gordon Laing) Dec 13, 2023

Get ready to embrace winter with incredible deals on OM SYSTEM products. Right now, OM SYSTEM is offering an unbeatable seasonal offer you won’t want to miss. Purchase the E-M10 Mark IV body and receive the M.Zuiko 14-42mm II R Lens at no charge. Originally priced at $999.98, it’s now available for just $699.99 – that’s a fantastic $300 in savings! But hurry, time is ticking! December 17th is the last day to place orders to ensure delivery in time for Christmas. Don’t let this opportunity slip away. Capture your holiday moments with OM SYSTEM’s incredible gear at the season’s best savings. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or visit your authorized retailer today and make this festive season picture-perfect with OM SYSTEM. -- Now in its third year, PetaPixel has gathered its team together to guess the things they just know are going to take place over the next calendar year. To help, we've also brought in Gordon Laing, the brains behind the excellent CameraLabs website and YouTube channel. All of us are, as usual, ready to be very, very wrong. 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 09:05 - Sony photographers should be careful what memory cards they buy 14:03 - Why aren't drone makers giving photographers better underwater solutions? 20:10 - Instax makes up more than 50% of Fujifilm's entire Imaging business revenue 25:22 - Our BOLD camera predictions for 2024! 26:22 - Gordon: There will be no other global shutter cameras for a long time 30:27 - Jordan: Panasonic will kill the S1 and S1R line 32:12 - Chris: Canon WILL make a global shutter, full-frame camera 33:49 - Jaron: Canon won't release a "high resolution" camera, perhaps ever 37:35 - Gordon: A Fujfifilm X100V successor is coming 40:19- Jordan: There will be two tiers of Fujifilm fixed lens cameras, one as APS-C and one as full-frame 43:20 - Chris: Nikon will release a surprise, speed-focused camera 45:20 - Jaron: Sigma's full-frame Foveon sensor is coming in 2024, or not at all 49:10 - Gordon: Lumix S will become known as a viable system 51:33 - Jordan: We will see Nikon-branded smartphone cameras 54:52 - Chris: Pentax will release a retro-inspired DSLR. 57:28 - Jaron: Sony's a9 III will get a firmware update to allow CFe 4.0, unlock 240 fps 57:06 - Gordan: Sony and Canon will continue to release vlogging cameras despite DJI clearly having won 61:22 - Jordan: DJI will release a handheld large-sensor camera 1:03:20 - Chris: Gordan will will launch his own brand of coffee beans 1:04:21 - Jaron: Canon and Nikon will add C2PA via firmware before the 2024 Olympics 1:05:44 - What will you be up to? 1:11:23 - Tech support 1:18:02 - Never read the comments

The PetaPixel Awards: The Best of Photography in 2024 Dec 06, 2023

Thanks again to our podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM, makers of the ultimate compact camera for outdoor enthusiasts, the OM-5. Recently, we published an awesome film in which we followed OM SYSTEM Ambassador Matt Suess as he explored Idaho’s stunning Sawtooth Mountains with his OM-5. The OM-5’s compact size and class-leading IP53 weather sealing was a critical piece of Matt’s gear as he hiked, biked, and flew in a small plane through the Sawtooth Mountains. Check out PetaPixel Travel Editor Michael Bonocore’s story about the adventure, watch the film, and see behind-the-scenes photos today on PetaPixel. And make sure to visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for the complete list of incredible holiday savings available for OM SYSTEM cameras, lenses, and more! -- We are proud to announce the results of the third-annual PetaPixel Awards where we give honors to a small list of the best new photography products released in the last year as voted by the PetaPixel staff. Started in 2021, the PetaPixel Awards are designed to be exclusive. Unlike other awards that create a laundry list of categories that give every company a chance to be a winner, and we only pick seven products: best in camera, prime lens, zoom lens, smartphone, computer, software, and photography accessory. We are also continuing a final category that we started last year called “Photography Trend of the Year.” Methodology: Because PetaPixel’s staff is entirely composed of current and former photographers, all were asked to vote for first, second, and third place across all categories. First-place votes were worth five points, second worth three, and third worth one. In all cases, those who deal directly with sales and marketing were excluded from voting to retain objectivity. No company is even allowed to submit nominations for consideration in the PetaPixel Awards, as all conversation is conducted internally. 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 06:43 - Filmic's entire team of 22 people let go by parent company Bending Spoons 10:08 - Panasonic is adding 12-bit RAW via HDMI out to the G9 II 13:19 - Hasselblad finally releases the XCD 90mm f/2.5 16:36 - Concert photographer makes the case for the Sony a9 III 21:09 - The PetaPixel Awards 22:19 - Software of the Year 25:13 - Computer of the Year 26:40 - Smartphone of the Year 33:20 - Zoom Lens of the Year 36:49 - Prime Lens of the Year 41:47 - Camera of the Year 45:43 - Trend of the Year 48:18 - What have you been up to? 55:00 - Tech Support 1:19:09 - Never Read the Comments

Chris and Jordan Dig Through a Mountain of Your Questions! Nov 29, 2023

You asked, we answered! We got buried behind weeks of your outstanding questions and now we're digging ourselves out. Get ready for a heavy dose of camera education! Attention photography enthusiasts! Get ready to capture those priceless moments with unbeatable deals from OM SYSTEM. Savings of up to $400 on OM SYSTEM cameras, lenses, and more! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your photography journey, these seasonal savings are too good to miss. Expand your creativity, unlock new perspectives, and capture life's beautiful moments with premium quality equipment from OM SYSTEM. Hurry, these savings won't last long. Visit your nearest camera retailer or visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for more details. Upgrade your gear and capture your world with OM SYSTEM today! 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
02:28 - Popular Photography is dead... again
08:05 - Kodak's new Super 8 is a $5,495 limited edition mashup of film and digital
11:58 - Sony will let you add custom gridlines to your a7 IV... for $150
15:45 - Redditor buys a Nikon, gets bullied
21:10 - What have you been up to?
28:06 - Chris and Jordan do battle against the Tech Support question pile
28:43 - How do you properly expose LOG footage?
32:30 - Will you review cameras made for those with disabilities?
35:20 - Why is mechanical rolling shutter or image quality better compared to completely electronic shutters?
36:56 - Why is the EM-1X so cheap?
40:16 - What is the best camera for wedding ceremony video?
44:58 - What is the best environmental portrait lens for Fujifilm cameras?
48:10 - What happened to the curved sensor?
51:15 - What does the "knee" setting do in Panasonic cameras?
52:57 - Is a global shutter better for red-carpet events? What about concerts?
56:35 - Will high heat settings in cameras damage them over time?
1:01:21 - Which are better, "cinema" lenses or standard lenses for mirrorless?
1:05:36 - Why can't I make custom buttons on my Canon do anything I want?
1:09:50 - Helping out with a bad case of GAS.
1:14:28 - Is there any advantage to dedicating a single chip to each component in the RGB spectrum anymore?
1:19:49 - Why isn't open gate recording a more common option?
1:21:48 - How much RAM should I put in a new Apple M3 computer?
1:25:30 - Never read the comments

The Most Impactful Tech of 2023 (feat. Tyler Stalman) Nov 22, 2023

Thanks again to our podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM. You don’t have to wait until Black Friday to get huge savings on OM SYSTEM cameras, lenses, and more! This includes the compact, durable and feature-packed OM-5 camera for just $999. Make sure to visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for the complete list of incredible savings available for OM SYSTEM cameras, lenses, and more! And don't miss our recent film following OM SYSTEM Ambassador Matt Suess as he explored Idaho’s stunning Sawtooth Mountains with his OM-5. The OM-5’s compact size and class-leading IP53 weather sealing was a critical piece of Matt’s gear as he hiked, biked, and flew in a small plane through the gorgeous landscape. You can watch the film here: https://youtu.be/hMCrahmxYNs Check out PetaPixel Travel Editor Michael Bonocore’s story about the adventure and see the stunning photos. -- This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider are joined by commercial filmmaker, fellow YouTuber, and podcaster Tyler Stalman to talk about the most impactful tech we've seen this year. While Chris, Jordan, and Jaron all have their opinions on the most impactful technology of 2023, Stalman has his own top list that's worth calling out. He explains why Apple's M-series chips are worth the hype, what he hopes to see from Canon in the next year after its very quiet 2023, and why he is finding himself using the iPhone for video more than ever before. Check out Tyler's latest video and don't miss his podcast either (it's great). 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
05:33 - Apple wants to take its sensor design in-house
10:55 - Photo Mechanic caves to industry trends, switches to a subscription model
17:10 - The new Chronos 4K 12 and Q12 are "affordable" ways to get 30,000 FPS
22:17 - Apple's laptops continue to be really impressive
33:59 - Canon's quiet 2023
35:41 - What does Canon need to do in 2024?
38:37 - Is it worth shooting video on the iPhone 15 Pro more?
41:03 - Oops, Jaron broke Tyler's feed
41:50 - The merits of a Leica
49:17 - What have you been up to?
56:40 - Tech support
1:11:17 - Never read the comments

Is the Sony a9 III the Start of the Global Shutter Future? Nov 15, 2023

We would like to thank the PetaPixel podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM! Get ready to celebrate the holidays with huge seasonal savings on OM SYSTEM cameras, lenses and more! Holiday promotions begin this Thursday, November 16th. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for the complete list of savings! It's been a busy week in the photography world, highlighted by the launch of the Sony a9 III. As the first full-frame CMOS sensor camera with a global shutter made for photography, we had to ask: is this the start of widespread adoption of the tech? Beyond the wider implications of global shutters, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider answer some of your biggest questions about Sony's new sensor technology including how it performs at high ISOs (and low ISOs), what problems beyond rolling shutter are actually solved by a global shutter sensor, who the camera will be best for, what some of the downsides of the camera are, and more. It's also been a very eventful week outside of Sony, including an update from the CEWE Photo Awards, another dramatic turn in the SanDisk Portable SSD saga, and the classic episodes of DigitalRev featuring Kai Wong have been taken offline. All this and more in this very packed episode of The PetaPixel Podcast! Note and clarification from last week's episode: Reuters and AP are both members of the Content Authenticity Initiative, our apologies for saying they were not. 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
06:59 - Clarification on last week's episode
08:02 - CEWE Photo Awards has suspended the overall winner for "untrue and misleading information" but not for staging the photo
10:33 - Sony will finally add new features to some old cameras
15:06 - A photographer was handcuffed for loitering in Quebec City
23:41 - Data recovery expert says SanDisk Portable SSDs failures are due to hardware, SanDisk denies that.
27:59 - Alternatives to SanDisk to consider
28:12 - DigtitalRev's entire video library with Kai Wong is gone
32:47 - Is the a9 III the start of the global shutter future?
1:01:13 - What have you been up to?
1:06:19 - Tech support
1:10:27 - Never read the comments

What Does Content Authenticity in Photos Actually Mean? Nov 08, 2023

We’d like to take a moment to give a shoutout to our incredible sponsor, OM SYSTEM. You probably know them as Olympus, but they've undergone an amazing transformation into OM SYSTEM. And to celebrate OM SYSTEM week, the second anniversary of the OM SYSTEM brand, they've prepared something truly extraordinary for you. OM SYSTEM is giving away an unforgettable Lindblad Expedition for two to the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland aboard the National Geographic Explorer. And the best part? They are also including an OM-5 camera and lens to ensure you bring back the absolute best images of your voyage. This is a giveaway you won't want to miss! So, make sure to head over to their website and enter for a chance to win. All you need to do is share what nature means to you. But remember, the clock is ticking. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel and enter before November 13th! When the M11-P launched as the first camera to support the Content Authenticity Initiative's (CAI) CP2A technology, a lot of questions immediately flooded in: what does it do? How does it work? Does it protect copyrights? Is it like cryptocurrency? The answer is actually surprisingly simple, but the CAI and the companies that have partnered with it have not done the best job of explaining how the technology will actually work for the average photographer and general photography consumer. In this week's podcast, the trio discusses how this system works, how it can be put into cameras, how people are intended to interact with it once the photos are out in the world, and the remaining roadblocks the CAI has to navigate to make the CP2A a standard the average person understands. 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
07:56 - Canon makes the world's first 24-105mm f/2.8
13:30 - On the flipside, who are long, slow lenses for?
16:10 - Make sure to watch the Chris vs Ted Forbes camera showdown
16:12 - The new M3 Max is more powerful than the original M1 Ultra
22:41 - A new neural network promises to majorly improve smartphone photos
28:29 - What does content authenticity in photos actually mean?
48:21 - What have you been up to?
50:52 - Tech support
1:09:54 - Never read the comments

The STRANGEST Things We've Seen at Trade Shows and Press Events! (feat. Ted Forbes) Nov 01, 2023

Once again, we would like to thank our sponsor, OM SYSTEM, who make The PetaPixel podcast possible. OM SYSTEM is celebrating a significant milestone this Friday—it’s their 2nd anniversary, OM SYSTEM Day. OM SYSTEM wants to involve the community in their celebration, so, from now until November 13th, they're inviting you to share what nature means to you with a chance to win an OM-5 kit, an incredible piece of photography gear, and a once-in-a-lifetime adventure: a five-day Lindblad Expedition for two to Iceland on the National Geographic Explorer. To participate and get more details, head over to explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature on a deeper level and potentially win some amazing prizes. Share your thoughts, share your passion, and let OM SYSTEM celebrate nature with you. This week, Jaron is out so Chris and Jordan are joined by Ted Forbes to reminisce about the worst, weirdest, and downright strangest things they've ever seen at trade shows and press events. But before they regale you with those stories, the trio discuss Apple's new M3 processors and the computers you can find them in and how they feel about the winning entry of the world's largest photo competition being staged. They also talk about TIME magazine's choice to name two Sony cameras and one Canon camera as three of the best inventions of 2023. All that and more in this week's podcast! 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
04:00 - Apple adds new M3 processor-powered Macs
11:50 - Picture that won the world's largest photo competition was staged
19:04 - Sony and Canon cameras named as some of the best inventions of 2023
21:41 - Giggster bought ePhotozine, after failing to buy Imaging Resource and Outdoor Photographer
28:21 - The strangest things we've ever seen at press events and trade shows
44:55 - What have you been up to?
52:11 - Tech support
1:07:00 - Never read the comments

What is REALLY Going on with the Fuji GFX 100 II? (feat. Jim Kasson) Oct 25, 2023

This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by camera expert Jim Kasson who explains what he found in testing the new medium format Fujifilm GFX 100 II and why it matters.

Once again, we would like to thank our sponsor, OM SYSTEM, who make The PetaPixel Podcast possible. OM SYSTEM is celebrating a significant milestone this Friday—it’s their 2nd anniversary, OM SYSTEM Day. OM SYSTEM wants to involve the community in their celebration, so, from now until November 13th, they're inviting you to share what nature means to you with a chance to win an OM-5 kit, an incredible piece of photography gear, and a once-in-a-lifetime adventure: a five-day Lindblad Expedition for two to Iceland on the National Geographic Explorer. To participate and get more details, head over to

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In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro
05:42 - Darren Aronofsky says it takes 12 people to use the 18K Big Sky camera
08:44 - Full details of the sensor have also been published
10:21 - CineStill doubles down
13:24 - EOS M is dead
20:54 - Fujifilm left out some important information about the GFX 100 II. Guest Jim Kasson explains.
43:11 - What have you been up to?
48:08 - Tech Support
1:03:30 - Never read the comments

CineStill's Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Week Oct 18, 2023

This week's podcast is brought to you once again by OM SYSTEM. Right now, OM SYSTEM is offering some great Fall Savings on cameras and lenses. Now through November 15th, you can grab the compact, lightweight OM-5 for just $999.99. That’s $200 off its regular retail price. To make your photography experience even better, OM SYSTEM has a special offer on the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm F2.0 lens. This fantastic lens is currently available at half price. Normally $799.99, you can get it now for just $399.99. Don’t miss out! These fall savings from OM SYSTEM are only available through November 15th. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or your nearest OM SYSTEM authorized retailer to get your hands on the OM-5 and 12mm lens today! -- CineStill, once one of the most popular film brands, is facing widespread backlash for defending its trademarks in a manner that is being described as intimidation and bullying. CineStill has sold motion picture film and analog photography equipment to still photographers for over a decade, including the company’s popular CineStill 800T high-speed color film. The company now finds itself embroiled in a major controversy within the analog community, and the situation has devolved into allegations of intimidation and harassment. The whole story behind CineStill's current situation is a bit of a long one, but it's worth reading. While we of course recommend reading PetaPixel's coverage, another excellent story worth your time can be read over at 404Media. Chris, Jordan, and Jaron welcome PetaPixel's News Editor Jeremy Gray onto the pod to discuss the situation and present all the facts so you can make your own decisions on how to think of the once-beloved film brand. 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
04:14 - Sigma should make an APS-C L-mount camera
09:30 - Sony adding haptic feedback to future camera shutter buttons?
13:30 - 7Artisans' new $479 9mm f/5.6 lens for full-frame is insanely wide
17:42 - The story behind CineStill's terrible week
45:38 - Tech support
1:02:35 - Never read the comments

Two Never-Before-Seen Lenses Unveiled in One Day! Oct 11, 2023

This week’s podcast is brought to you by OM SYSTEM. With the hot temperatures of summer behind us, there is no better season for outdoor photography than autumn. Fall colors, crisp morning air, and golden light all set the stage to capture portfolio-worthy images. The OM SYSTEM OM-5 is the ultimate companion for the outdoor enthusiast. Built to endure your adventures, this mid-range mirrorless camera is a rugged marvel, with its weather-sealed body to safeguard against dust, water, and extreme temperatures, ensuring unmatched durability. The OM-5 offers advanced technology to deliver stunning image quality and exceptional performance in any condition. From breathtaking landscapes to action-packed moments, the OM-5 empowers you to embrace your adventurous spirit while preserving the memories of your journey. Learn more about the OM-5 and the highly respected M.Zuiko lens series by visiting explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. -- This week, Canon and Nikon simultaneously released two lenses that have never been made before! Nikon unveiled a 600mm f/6.3 VR S Super Telephoto Prime lens that it promises is the lightest in its class with no sacrifice to image quality. While he didn't get enough time with it to do a review, Chris shares his thoughts on the new Z-mount lens. On the total other side of the spectrum, Canon announced a 10-20mm f/4 L IS STM, a focal range that has never been seen before. Chris, Jordan, and Jaron discuss! Also, we're testing some new microphones, so let us know what you think! 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
03:12 - We have new mics, tell us if they're good (or bad)!
06:52 - TWO new lenses that have never existed before
07:09 - Nikon 600mm f/6.3 VR S Super Telephoto prime
11:18 - Canon RF10-20mm f/4 L IS STM
15:27 - What have you been up to?
23:46 - Tech support
45:13 - Never read the comments

We Ask Google About the New PIXEL 8 PRO! Oct 04, 2023

Thanks to OM SYSTEM for sponsoring this episode of the PetaPixel Podcast! Remember the photo industry buzz of November 2020? That’s when the highly anticipated M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO lens made its grand entrance. If you blinked, it was gone – sold out within just 24 hours. The aftermath? A three-year period on the backorder list. Navigating through intricate and precise assembly processes, order fulfillment at times extended beyond a year; The excitement is back, though: the M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO Lens is now available at explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or at your local authorized retailer for $7,499.99 without delay. Get yours today! -- This week, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron are joined by Isaac Reynolds, the subject matter expert on the Pixel cameras at Google. He’s worked at Google since 2014 and is responsible for managing the team overseeing camera design, research, and development. The three discuss the new innovations in the Pixel 8 Pro, the technology that makes it special, and Google's overall design philosophy when it comes to smartphones and cameras. 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
05:27 - Photographer wins a gargantuan $109,000 in 10th Prix Pictet Awards
08:53 - Sony Exec on demand for firmware updates: "Sony knows about it"
14:01 - Apple will fix iPhone 15 overheating issues in a coming update
18:10 - Conversation with Google's subject matter expert on the Pixel cameras, Isaac Reynolds
45:53 - Tech support
58:31 - Never read the comments

Our Biggest Disasters While Making Our YouTube Show Sep 27, 2023

While every video that Chris and Jordan produce looks like it came together flawlessly, a lot has happened behind the scenes you might not be aware of. Thanks to OM SYSTEM for sponsoring this episode! Is your camera gear old? Is it heavy? Not weathersealed? Are you looking to take your photography to the next level? Feeling the need for an upgrade? OM SYSTEM is excited to share their exclusive Trade-In, Trade-Up promotion! Hurry though. This offer ends on October 1st, making this the last week for the Trade-In, Trade-Up promotion. This incredible offer and bonus savings coupon are only available until October 1, 2023, so act fast! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to upgrade your camera gear and elevate your photography. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for more details and to kickstart your new camera system journey today! While they are a well-oiled machine, they're not perfect! The duo chats with Jaron about the biggest disasters they've experienced producing their YouTube show over the years and even discuss some problems they had to overcome on very recent episodes. The trio also talks the week's latest news, including Nikon's new Plena, how CFexpress 4.0 might not help your current cameras but it will make your current cards faster, and TTartisan's ridiculously cheap 500mm f/6.3 lens. 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
33:33 - Nikon's new named lens, the Plena
10:21 - CFexpress 4.0's greatest strength is the new card readers
13:36 - TTartisan's new 500mm f/6.3
17:30 - Our greatest disasters while making our YouTube show
47:33 - What have you been up to?
52:18 - Tech support
1:01:40 - Never read the comments

Is There Any Real Benefit to Retro Camera Design? Sep 20, 2023

This week Nikon launched the Zf, a full-frame retro-inspired camera that packs some serious technology and gives us a glimpse into the company's future. But we have some questions about retro design: is it all nostalgia or is there more to it? This week's episode is brought to you by OM SYSTEM! Get ready to take your photography to the extreme. This morning, OM SYSTEM announced the Tough TG-7, a dustproof, shockproof, freezeproof and crushproof camera featuring an f/2.0 high-speed zoom lens, RAW recording, and a 4x optical zoom lens to ensure you capture perfection with fast shutter speeds and minimal blur. The OM SYSTEM Tough TG-7 is your key to capturing extraordinary images, whether you're diving underwater, braving freezing temperatures, or exploring rugged terrains. To learn more about the TG-7, visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. The TG-7 will be available on the OM SYSTEM website as well as authorized OM SYSTEM retailers by the end of the month for $549.99. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to learn more. In addition to talking about retro design and digging deeper into their thoughts on the Zf, the trio also chats about the gorgeous ProRes Log profile that is now available on the new iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max as well as hits a few of the week's top news stories. Plus, as always, they answer your tech questions and comments. We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio.

In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
10:33 - Apple's iPhone brings ProRes log encoding to mobile, and it's gorgeous
18:43 - Print purchased at estate sale for $2,200 now valued at $250,000
21:20 - Adobe raises Creative Cloud prices as it once again shatters revenue targets
26:08 - Is there any actual benefit to retro design?
40:38 - Chris plays show and tell / What have you been up to?
47:28 - Tech Support
1:01:41 - Never read the comments

What We Didn't Say About the Apple iPhone 15 Sep 13, 2023

This week's episode is brought to you by OM SYSTEM! Get ready to take your photography to the extreme. This morning, OM SYSTEM announced the Tough TG-7, a dustproof, shockproof, freezeproof and crushproof camera featuring an F2.0 high-speed zoom lens, RAW recording, and a 4x optical zoom lens to ensure you capture perfection with fast shutter speeds and minimal blur. The OM SYSTEM Tough TG-7 is your key to capturing extraordinary images, whether you're diving underwater, braving freezing temperatures, or exploring rugged terrains. The TG-7 will be available on the OM SYSTEM website as well as authorized OM SYSTEM retailers by the end of the month for $549.99. To learn more about the TG-7, visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel.

This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team comes together for a special episode from Apple Park! Chris, Jordan, and Jaron spend some time discussing topics they didn't get to mention in their first impressions of Apple's latest handhelds.

While there is plenty to say about the new iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max, the trio also needed to talk about the new medium format Fujifilm GFX 100 II, a camera that grabbed headlines despite releasing the same day as Apple's big event. A spirited discussion, the team debates who this camera is actually for, what it is best at, and how it fits into an already pretty crowded photo market, especially at its $7,500 asking price.

Finally, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron chat with photographer Blair Bunting and answer some of your questions about his flight to the edge of space.

We used Riverside to record our interview with photographer Blair Bunting.

In This Episode

00:00 - Intro
03:00 - Who is the Fujifilm GFX 100 II For?
11:28 - What We Didn't Say About the Apple iPhone 15
27:56 - Chris can't sleep
29:14 - Tech Support
37:39 - Blair Bunting answers questions about his photo shoot at the edge of space
01:04:00 - Never read the comments

Chris and Jordan have NEVER done ANYTHING like this before! Sep 06, 2023

This week’s podcast is brought to you by OM SYSTEM! With the hot temperatures of summer winding down, there is no better season for outdoor photography than autumn. Fall colors, crisp morning air, and golden light all set the stage to capture portfolio-worthy images. The OM SYSTEM OM-5 is the ultimate companion for the outdoor enthusiast. Built to endure your adventures, this mid-range mirrorless camera is a rugged marvel, with its weather-sealed body to safeguard against dust, water, and extreme temperatures, ensuring unmatched durability.

Learn more about the OM-5 and the highly respected M.Zuiko lens series by visiting explore.omsystem.com/petapixel.

This week, Chris and Jordan published not only their first documentary for PetaPixel but also the first documentary of this style and length in their YouTube careers. "The World’s First U2 Spy Plane Photo Shoot at the Edge of Space" is the story of how photographer Blair Bunting spent the better part of a year planning and training to take a Cold War-era spy plane up to the edge of space to perform a photo shoot that had never previously been attempted, and likely will never happen again.

If you haven't seen it yet, we strongly recommend you watch it first before enjoying this podcast.

The two chat with Jaron about their experience shooting this film, the cameras they used, the lessons they learned, and why they're so excited to finally be able to share it with the world.

In This Episode:

00:00 - Intro
05:23 - What it's like moving from a 2014 DSLR to a 2023 mirrorless camera: what a leap!
10:19 - An international photo competition was letting its own judges enter and win
13:58 - Chris and Jordan made their first documentary!
46:18 - What have you been up to?
51:06 - Tech support
1:02:23 - Never read the comments

What the Heck is Sony THINKING?! Aug 30, 2023

Yesterday, Sony added two more cameras to its line of interchangeable cameras which brought the line to no less than 18 total choices from entry-level through professional. That is just too many.

Today’s podcast episode is once again brought to you by OM SYSTEM. For over 80 years, OM SYSTEM has been pushing the limits of technology to put the most advanced cameras and lenses in the hands of photographers and visual creators. Whether photographing grizzly bears in the Alaskan wilderness, documenting the most remote landscapes in the world, or capturing those once-in-a-lifetime moments with your family, the OM SYSTEM line of cameras and lenses was designed for the task.

OM SYSTEM is making truly incredible advancements that make the lives of us photographers both easier and more exciting. Visit explore.omsystem.com/PetaPixel to learn more.

Sony has made it a company policy to discontinue camera bodies and lenses as infrequently as possible, which has the advantage of giving buyers more choice when it comes to determining how to spend their money. Continuing to sell the Sony a7 II, for example, even though there a7 IV is the most recent addition to that section of the line allows a photographer to decide to spend less on a camera if they don't think they need as many features.

But on the flip side, it results in a camera line that has an amorphous beginning and end. Seeing so many choices ends up becoming more of a detriment than a benefit. In this week's PetaPixel Podcast, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron talk about this problem and do their best to point out how difficult it has become to recommend a specific camera for a specific use case given the bloated nature of Sony's camera line.

Additionally, the trio talks the latest news including the booming popularity of Ricoh's GR III and a new lens patent from Canon that is easily the weirdest design they've ever seen.

We use Riverside to record all our episodes in our online recording studio.

Discussed in this Episode:

The GR III is so popular, Ricoh can't keep it in stock

Demand for cameras is exploding in China

Canon's latest lens patent is one of the weirdest designs we've ever seen

Sony completes the G Master zoom trifecta

Sony expands the "Compact" line with two new additions

Is Lens Breathing Being BLOWN Out of Proportion? Aug 23, 2023

Don’t miss out on incredible late summer savings brought to you by the PetaPixel Podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM! Capture your end-of-summer adventures with style by taking advantage of this exclusive offer: Save a remarkable $699.99 when you bundle the OM-5 body with the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2.0 lens.

Originally priced at $1,998.99, right now, you can own this fantastic combination for only $1,299.99. Hurry, though. This offer is only valid until September 3, 2023. Upgrade your gear today and seize the savings! Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to learn more.

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This week, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron tackle the topic of lens breathing and whether or not it is "blown" out of proportion (pun intended). You see, Sigma CEO Kazuto Yamaki spoke with PetaPixel contributor and former Imaging Resource publisher David Etchells, and Yamaki says that YouTube reviewers might be putting too much emphasis on lens breathing, which could take away development time and emphasis from other important lens manufacturing endeavors. Chris and Jordan obviously have an opinion on that, and they weigh in.

Additionally, the trio talk about the "scam" of printer ink, how Western Digital is now being sued by three groups for the SanDisk SSD fiasco, and Chris and Jordan explain what other lens terms mean so you can be better informed when you listen to their next review.

We use Riverside to record all our episodes in our online recording studio.

Discussed in this Episode:

00:00 - Intro
06:48 - Canon was absolutely grilled over its ink cartridges
14:10 - WD has been sued by angry SanDisk users
19:39 - Sigma's CEO says reviewer's emphasis on focus breathing is misplaced
27:23 - Talkin' Lens Terms Volume 2
47:06 - What have you been up to?
54:13 - Tech Support
1:09:06 - Never read the comments

What is One Piece of Gear You'll Never Get Rid Of? Aug 16, 2023

Thanks to OM SYSTEM for sponsoring this episode! This week, OM SYSTEM proudly marks its participation in the annual World Photography Day celebrations, paying homage to the art of capturing moments through the lens. With a commitment to educating photography enthusiasts around the world about the OM SYSTEM, the brand is excited to announce a week-long extravaganza of online events and content from August 15th to August 19th, 2023.

All offerings during the OM SYSTEM World Photography Day celebrations are free of charge. In addition to the interactive sessions, OM SYSTEM is giving away an OM-5 camera and a 12-45mm lens to one lucky winner.

Participants can learn how to enter the contest and access the full schedule of events by visiting explore.omsystem.com/petapixel.

Whether it be for sentimental reasons, because it's so practical, or because it has become a valuable collector's item, most photographers have at least one piece of gear they'll never get rid of. While Jordan selected an item of extreme sentimental value, Chris went with a piece of equipment that was half that, half practical. Jaron Schneider, on the other hand, went fully practical with the prompt and selected an item that he won't head out on a photo or video trip without.

00:00 - Intro
05:53 - For the time being, stay away from SanDisk portable SSDs
12:20 - Would you buy a Contax G2 for $8,500?
17:32 - There are no official DJI apps on Google Play; they are all scams
22:47 - LG put a television in a suitcase
26:34 - What have you been up to?
33:41 - The one piece of gear you'll never get rid of
46:28 - Tech support
59:59 - Never read the comments

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

Chris and Jordan's Favorite Travel Camera Gear! Aug 09, 2023

This week's podcast is brought to you by OM SYSTEM. The OM SYSTEM OM-5 is the ultimate companion for the outdoor enthusiast. Built to endure your adventures, this mid-range mirrorless camera is a rugged marvel, with its weather-sealed body to safeguard against dust, water, and extreme temperatures, ensuring unmatched durability. The OM-5 offers advanced technology to deliver stunning image quality and exceptional performance in any condition. From breathtaking landscapes to action-packed moments, the OM-5 empowers you to embrace your adventurous spirit while preserving the memories of your journey.

Learn more about the OM-5 and the highly respected M.Zuiko lens series by visiting explore.omsystem.com/petapixel.

This week, Chris and Jordan join Jaron remotely as they are podcasting from the beach! Given the surroundings, they thought it would be a great time to talk about their favorite travel camera gear. The trio also discusses some of the biggest news stories of the last week and tackles some of the most challenging questions they've been served up yet.

Topics this week:

00:00 - Intro 04:54 - Nikon is fixing your broken Z8 lugs for free: https://petapixel.com/2023/08/07/nikon-issues-service-advisory-to-repair-loose-z8-strap-lugs-for-free/
08:07 - TTArtisan with the perfect example of soap bubble bokeh: https://petapixel.com/2023/08/07/ttartisans-new-100mm-f-2-8-lens-embraces-soap-bubble-bokeh/
12:38 - The Olympus Tough TG-6 is no more, is a new TG series camera on the way? https://petapixel.com/2023/08/07/the-olympus-tough-tg-6-camera-has-been-discontinued/
18:40 - Camera sales are bouncing back: https://petapixel.com/2023/08/07/mirrorless-camera-sales-are-booming-as-global-tourism-recovers/
22:58 - What have we been up to?
27:10 - Chris and Jordan's favorite travel camera gear
37:11 - Tech support 48:48 - Never read the comments

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