The Camera Gear Podcast

We tier-rank each major camera lens type, from telephoto zooms to fisheyes. Along the way, we discover some surprising differences in which types of lenses we feel are better or worse. How do our rankings line up with yours?

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Notes:

• Our tier rankings:
  • S:
    • 85mm 1.4 prime
    • 70-200 2.8 fast telephoto zoom
  • A:
    • 50mm 1.8 “Nifty Fifty”
    • 24-70 2.8 (fast standard zoom)
    • Canon 24-105 f/4 Mark II L
  • B: 
    • 24-105 f/4 ,18-80 f/4
    • Ultrawide primes
    • 14-24 (15-30, 8-16, etc) UW 2.8 zoom
    • 24mm 1.4 prime
    • 35mm 1.4 prime
    • Pancake prime (24, 27, or 35)
    • 500 f/5.6
    • 150-600 or 150-500 UW
    • Superzoom (24-240, f/4-5.6, 28-400 f/4-8, 18-300 f/3.5-6.s, 12-100 f/4 m43)
  • C:
    • 27mm f/2.0
    • 135mm f/1.8 (plena)
    • <f/1.0 primes
    • 1200mm f/8
    • 100mm macro 1:1 (2.8 or 4)
  • D: 
    • 70-200 f/4
  • F: 
    • <15mm fisheye
  • F minus:
    • 26mm f/8 L mount

We cover the surprising recent update on the Nexus G1 cinema camera project, discuss some new audio gear, and talk about our recent experience using timecode for the first time.

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Notes:

• Nexus G1
  • We previously covered the Nexus G1 in episode 69 of the show
  • Nexus G1 Introduced [CineD] (old article from January 2024)
  • Nexus Cameras website
  • Nexus G1 Final Design and Prototype Unveiled [CineD]
• Zoom H1 XLR [B&H]
• Rode Wireless Go III [B&H]
• Atomos UltraSync BLUE [B&H]
• Atomos UltraSync ONE [B&H]

Picking up where we left off last week, we cover more camera rumors (as well as our hopes) for 2025, including brands such as Panasonic, Nikon, Pentax, and OM System.

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Notes:

• Sigma is developing a telephoto lens that “has never existed before” [L Rumors]
• Lumix S1rII coming in early 2025? [L Rumors]
• OM System CEO Says a New Camera and Multiple Lenses Arriving ‘Shortly’

To start off 2025, we run through some of the biggest rumors from Canon, Fuji, and Sony and discuss what we’re expecting to see. And in news we’ve all been waiting for, Lucas finally bought that Pentax 17.

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Notes:

• John Kraus Photos - photographer who covers rocket launches
• Fuji GFX100RF fixed-lens rangefinder camera rumor [Fuji Rumors]
• Possible Sony A7V camera registration in China [Sony Alpha Rumors]

To close out 2024, we take a look at our favorite cameras released this year and pick our favorites across several categories, including the prestigious honor that is the Camera Gear Podcast 2024 Camera(s) of the Year.

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We reflect on the big news of the year and discuss some big stories and releases for each camera brand. Also, today’s question is: do you touch the back screen of your mirrorless camera to set focus?

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Links:

• Canon
  • Sigma Introduces Lenses for Canon RF Mount
  • Canon R5 II Press Release
  • We covered the Canon R5 II in episode 95
• Fuji
  • Fujifilm X100VI Press Release
  • Fujifilm X-M5 Press Release
  • We covered the X100VI in episode 74
  • We covered the X-M5 in episode 106
• Leica
  • Leica Q3 43
  • Leica D-Lux 8
  • We covered the Leica Q3 43 in episode 108
  • We covered the Leica D-Lux 8 in episode 92
• Pixii
  • Pixii Max
  • We covered Pixii (although not this camera) in episode 49
• Nikon / RED
  • Nikon to Acquire US Cinema Camera Manufacturer RED
  • Nikon Z6III Press Release
  • We covered Nikon buying RED in episode 76
  • We covered the Nikon Z6III in episode 91
• OM System
  • OM-1 Mark II Press Release
  • We covered the OM-1 Mark II in episode 77
• Panasonic
  • Panasonic S9 Press Release
  • We covered the Panasonic S9 in episode 88
• Pentax / Ricoh
  • Pentax 17
  • Ricoh GRIII HDF
  • We covered the Pentax 17 in episode 90
  • We covered the Ricoh GRIII HDF in episode 80
• Sony
  • Sony A9 III Press Release
  • Sony A1 II
  • Sony 28-70 f/2 GM
  • We covered the Sony A9 III in episode 60
  • We covered the Sony A1 Ii in episode 113
  • We covered the Sony 28-70 f/2 in episode 113
• Blackmagic
  • Blackmagic Ursa Cine 12K
  • Blackmagic Pyxis 6K
  • We covered the Ursa Cine 12K and Pyxis in episode 84

Sony’s new flagship camera is here, and we cover our thoughts on the new release in this episode. Also, Nikon is making sensors, and Lomography joins the half-frame film camera bandwagon. How many film cameras will Lucas buy in the next year?

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Links:

• Nikon’s dual voltage sensor breakthrough [Y.M. Cinema Magazine]
• Lomography Lomourette Half-Frame Film Camera [Lomography]
• Sony Alpha 1 II [Sony]
• Sony A1 II Mirrorless Camera [B&H]

We return to software this week, with a look at the notable new features in Final Cut Pro 11 and DaVinci Resolve 19.1. Also, Canon expanded their lineup of “hybrid” photo/video RF mount lenses.

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Links:

• Canon press release about new hybrid lenses [Canon]
• Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens [B&H]
• Canon RF 50mm f/1.4 VCM Lens [B&H]
• Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 IS USM Z Lens [B&H]
• Final Cut Pro 11 Press Release [Apple]
• Davinci Resolve Studio 19.1 Release Notes [Blackmagic]

This episode is all about cinema cameras–first, we look at CineD’s test results for the Blackmagic Ursa Cine 12K camera, and then we dig into the shocking revelation that Fujifilm is developing a cinema camera. These are exciting times!

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Links:

• Blackmagic Ursa Cine 12K LF [Blackmagic]
• Blackmagic Ursa Cine 12K LF Lab Test [CineD]
• Fujifilm GFX Eterna Announcement [Fujifilm]
• Dale Campbell’s GFX Eterna video [YouTube]
• CineD’s Interview with Fujifilm about the GFX Eterna [YouTube]

This week, we look at a new entry-level Nikon Z-mount camera, two recently-announced DJI drones, and a weird Hasselblad digital camera that we’d never seen before. Also, Lucas gives his hands-on impressions of the new 12.9” M4 iPad Pro.

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Links:

• Hasselblad Lunar Limited Edition Mirrorless Camera [KEH]
• DJI Neo Drone [DJI]
• DJI Goggles N3 [DJI]
• DJI Air 3S [DJI]
• DJI Mavic 3 Classic [DJI]
• Nikon Z50 II [B&H]
• Fuji X-M5 [B&H]
• Canon R50 [B&H]

Fresh off a kayaking trip, we discuss our experiences with using camera gear around water, including various ways to protect a camera as well as waterproof camera options. Lucas also dove deep into research on developing black and white film, and found it to be a bit more murky than expected. Finally, we compare our approaches to exposing photos and try to decide whether left, right, or center is best.

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Links:

• OM System Tough TG-7 waterproof camera [B&H]
• Ilford ILFOTECH DD-X Developer (1 Liter) [B&H]

We cover some strange camera gear in this episode, including the alleged smallest interchangeable lens mirrorless camera, a knockoff Noct lens, and a product that purports to allow you to convert a film camera to digital. Also, Leica released a new version of the Q3 with a longer lens, but which focal length is better?

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Links:

• Leica Q3 43 Camera [B&H]
• Movie Corner
  • Canon XL-1 [Canon Camera Museum]
  • Beastgrip DOF Adapter MK3 [Beastgrip]
• Atra Lab Nocty-Nonikkor 50mm f/1.2 [PetaPixel]
• I’m Back Digital Film Back [New Atlas]
• MiMi - Micro Mirrorless Yashica - I’m Back [Kickstarter]

We compare some “affordable” cinema cameras and their lens ecosystems to try to decide which one offers the most value and capability right now. Also, we finish up last week’s discussion on the Fuji X Summit by looking at the new XF 500mm prime.

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Links:

• Camera Gear Podcast Bingo Card
• Fuji XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens [B&H]
• Canon C80 [B&H]
• Canon C70 [B&H]
• Blackmagic Pyxis [B&H]
• Sony FX6 [B&H]

We cover the announcements from the recent Fuji X Summit, including the new Fuji X-M5 camera and updated 16-55mm f/2.8 lens. Also, you can now play Camera Gear Podcast bingo?

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Links:

• Camera Gear Podcast Bingo Card
• Peak Design “Smedium” Camera Cube [B&H]
• Legendary Lens: Carl Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 1700mm f/4 Lens [PetaPixel]
• The World’s Largest Telephoto Lens [Film’s Not Dead]
• Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 LM WR II Lens [B&H]
• Fujifilm X-M5
  • Fujifilm Launches Mirrorless Digital Camera “FUJIFILM X-M5” [Fuji Rumors]
  • Fujifilm X-M5 [B&H]
  • Fujifilm X-M5 First Impressions [PetaPixel]
• Fuji digital half frame camera rumor [Fuji Rumors]

Our thoughts on the new Canon C80 cinema camera, as well as our predictions for the Fuji X summit and some interesting Lumix announcements. Also, does Lucas have special podcasting pants?

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Links:

• Fuji X summit announced for October 14 [Fuji Rumors]
• Fuji X-M5 images leaked [Fuji Rumors]
• Lumix event livestream [YouTube]
• Panasonic Lumix S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3 Lens [B&H]
• Canon C80 Press Release [Canon USA]
• Canon C80 [B&H]
• We previously covered the Canon C400 in episode 93 of the show

We tackle a listener question about which camera system we’d switch to if we could snap our fingers and have a comparable camera and lens setup, which leads to some interesting discussion about how the various camera systems stack up to what we use now. Also, we cover our thoughts on the new GoPro and Osmo Action cameras, as well as Peak Design’s latest backpack.

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Links:

• The Outdoor Line by Peak Design [Kickstarter]
• GoPro Hero 13 Black and Hero [GoPro]
• DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro [DJI]

We go through the new photo and video features in the Apple iPhone 16 Pro, based on Lucas’ hands-on experience with his new phone. Spoiler alert: it involves Fuji film simulations and way too much discussion about buttons. Also, PolarPro released a bespoke container for holding film? It’s like they listen to this podcast.

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Links:

• PolarPro Film Vault
• Nomad Magnetic Leather Back for iPhone [Nomad]
• Anker MagSafe puck with SD card slot [Amazon]
• Patrick Tomasso putting a sock on his iPhone [YouTube]

We discuss the different gear we use for holding and moving cameras, including tripods, gimbals, sliders, steadicams, and more. Also, several bits of cinema camera news and our thoughts on superzoom lenses.

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Links:

• Panasonic S1H II Spec Rumor [L Rumors]
• Panasonic L-mount box cameras [L Rumors]
• RED Slashes Price of Komodo and Komodo-X Cameras by up to 30% [PetaPixel]
• Blackmagic Pyxis Monitor
• Blackmagic Ursa Cine 17K
• Smallrig x Potato Jet Tribex Hydraulic Tripod
• Smallrig Freeblazer Tripod
• Middle Things APC-R Gimbal Controller [CineD]
• Glidecam example [B&H]
• Easyrig [B&H]

Davinci Resolve 19 is out of beta, and we’re excited about several of the new features. We also discuss several lenses, including the Sigma 28-105 f/2.8, rumors of a Tamron superzoom, and a legendary lens from 1961. Finally, Lucas had the chance to take photos at a race and we talk about his experience shooting fast cars with an X-T5.

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Links:

• Davinci Resolve 19 Release Notes [Reddit]
• Sigma 28-105 f/2.8 DG DN Art Lens [B&H]
• Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Lens [B&H]

In our 100th episode, we cover the new PolarPro LightLeak “vibe” lenses and retrospect on our journey with cameras over the past two years. Thanks for being with us for these past 100 episodes of the show!

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Links:

• HoverAir X1 Pro and Pro Max [The Verge]
• Reddit post with broken Canon R6
• Canon Professional Services
• Manfrotto NP-W235 Battery for Fujifilm [Fuji Rumors]
• New Amaran App [PetaPixel]
• PolarPro LightLeak Lenses

We return to the topic of smartphone photography this week and discuss some of the current trends in phone cameras, especially with the release of the Google Pixel 9 Pro. Also, Lucas fills us in on the movie Twisters, which apparently has some camera gear-related drama.

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Links:

• Matthew Dominick, astro-photographer [X]
• Rose Anvil Lone Bandit camera harness
• Halide Process Zero

This week we take a deeper look at two new film cameras, the MiNT Rollei 35AF and Pentax 17. Also, the Lumix 26mm f/8 pancake lens is hiding a secret, and Lucas is researching bikes as if it’s a camera purchase.

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Links:

• Cool olympic photos from Hector Vivas [Twitter]
• Lumix 26mm f/8 aperture patch modification [L Rumors]
• This is What’s Inside the New Pentax 17 Film Camera [PetaPixel]
• Pentax 17 Teardown Video [YouTube]
• Rollei 35AF First Impressions [YouTube]
• Another Rollei 35AF First Impressions video [YouTube]

The Nikon Z6III has an issue with exposure in shadows while shooting in log, so we dig into it to try to understand what’s going on. Then, Lucas compares the D850 to modern mirrorless cameras and yearns for the days of the DSLR. Also, should we 3D print a medium-format film camera, and what’s with the vest that every Olympics photographer wears?

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Links:

• Nanoleaf’s LED Display Cases [PetaPixel]
• Tiffen Domke Photogs Vest
• Panomicron - 3D-printed camera designs
• Pre-Orders for Mint’s $799 Rollei 35AF Film Camera Start September 10 [PetaPixel]
• Nikon Z6 III Dynamic Range [PetaPixel]
• DPReview forum thread about Z6III exposure issues [DPReview]
• Video about Z6III exposure issue [YouTube]
• Nikon D850 Negative Digitizer feature

In this meandering episode, we cover three unique lenses that came out in the past few months, and discuss an interesting article about which focal length most closely matches human vision. Also, is Fuji working on a fixed-lens GFX camera?

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Links:

• This is the Lens of the Fixed Lens GFX Camera Coming in 2025 [Fuji Rumors]
• Article about lenses and which focal length most closely mimics human vision [Medium]
• Field of view to focal length conversion table [Nikonians]
• Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens [Adorama]
• Voigtlander Nokton 35mm f/0.9 (FUJIFILM X) [B&H]
• Voigtlander Nokton 35mm f/0.9 for Fuji X Mount - Review [KeithWee Photography]
• Kase 200mm f/5.6 MC Reflex Mirror Lens for Fuji X Mount [Kase Optics]

This week, we cover the Canon R5 Mark II, which–spoiler alert–might be the flagship Canon camera for those of us who don’t shoot sports professionally. Also, Lucas’ film adventures continue.

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Links:

• Kamera Store
• Linhof panoramic film camera
• Canon EOS R5 Mark II Specifications
• Canon EOS R5 Mark II [B&H]

We take a close look at the recently-announced Canon R1 and try to determine if it’s Canon’s true flagship camera. Should every pro photographer buy an R1? Also, Lucas finally got some hands-on time with the Nikon Z6 III.

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Links:

• Nikon Z6III [Adorama]
• Canon EOS R1
• Canon EOS R3
• What is Cross-type AF? [Canon]
• Canon EOS R3 vs Canon EOS R1 [Photography Life]

We dig into the new Canon C400 cinema camera, but because this is the Camera Gear Podcast, this episode also includes a discussion on weird film stocks, a comparison of digital photo frame options, and a brief update on the Nikon Z6 III.

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Links:

• Lomography
• Samsung “The Frame” TV
• Canvia Digital Art Canvas
• Canon C400

We discuss a recent interview that may have revealed Fuji’s inventory strategy, the new 7.0 firmware for the X-H2S, and take a closer look at the Sigma 28-45 f/1.8 full-frame lens. Also, Lucas got a Synology, and it turns out the grass isn’t always greener on the other side.

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Links:

• Sony ILCE-QX1 Camera [B&H]
• Links Daniel sent Lucas
  • Smallrig Cooling System for Sony / Canon / FUJIFILM Cameras
  • Unhappy Bride Rages at Her ‘Sepia toned’ Wedding Photos [PetaPixel]
  • Redditor who CNC’ed a heatsink for his Fuji X-S20 [Reddit]
• Leica D-Lux 8
• Fujifilm CEO interview about inventory levels [Fuji Rumors]
• Fuji 7.0 firmware update for the X-H2S
• Yes!Star S1 Film Camera [PetaPixel]
• Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG GN ART Lens [Adorama]

Nikon released the Z6 III, which has some pretty interesting features and trade-offs that we get into in this show. Also, where’s our Fuji firmware update?

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Links:

• Fuji firmware update
  • This came out 2 days after we recorded this episode. Firmware for X-H2S here. 
  • We’ll cover it in the next episode
• Nikon Z6III
  • Nikon product page
  • Product page on Adorama

Pentax is releasing a new film camera in 2024? As you might imagine, this has our attention. Also, Fuji continues to expand the wildly popular Instax line.

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Links:

• Fujifilm Instax WIDE 400
• Pentax 17
• Pentax 17 Review [PetaPixel]

This week we discuss Panasonic’s other new camera, the GH7, and why we’re excited about this latest addition to the GH series. Maybe Micro 4/3 isn’t dead after all! We also cover a few of the interesting high-end video lenses that would pair well with the camera.

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Links:

• Panasonic GH7 [Panasonic]
• Gerald Undone’s GH7 Video [YouTube]
• Panasonic GH7 [Adorama]

The Lumix S9 is a rather unusual camera from Panasonic that we definitely have some thoughts on, so we go deep in this episode on its specs and details. Also, we compare the value of the Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K and the Pyxis, and retrospect on a few recent video and photo shoots.

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Links:

• Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K
• Blackmagic Pyxis 6K
• Panasonic Lumix S9 [Adorama]

Surprising no one, we managed to spend almost an entire episode talking about the newly announced Fuji X-T50. Also, we have a few thoughts on the new 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 kit lens. 

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Links:

• DJI Mic 2 Camera Adapter
• Fuji X-T50 [Adorama]
• Fuji XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 LM WR Lens [Adorama]

We’re back from vacation, with plenty of recent photography experiences to discuss–comparing the Fuji X-T3 and X-T5 image quality, our thoughts on various lenses for travel, and whether it’s worth it to take a film camera on vacation. Also, we take a look at the new iPad Pro models, as well as Final Cut Pro 2 for iPad.

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• New iPad Pros
• Apple’s Huge Final Cut Updates Turn the iPad into a Mobile Production Unit [PetaPixel]
• Daniel’s random links
  • SmallRig NP-F970 batteries
  • DJI Ronin 4D-6K (Refurbished)
  • Hipstamatic Digital Lenticulars
  • Panasonic will announce a new full-frame fixed lens camera in May? [L Rumors]
  • DJI Drone-in-a-box
• Nikon Announced a Gorgeous New Backpack, but There’s a Catch [PetaPixel]
• GL X Nikon Backpack

We cover some of the noteworthy announcements from the NAB 2024 show–there’s a lot of new camera gear to be excited about, and we’re here for it. Lucas also shares some of his research on working with Blackmagic Raw files in Resolve, and we try to decide how many new external SSDs we’ll need to buy if we take on a raw video workflow.

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• Peak Design Anchor versions
• Laowa Ranger Compact Cine Zooms

All about Blackmagic’s new cameras–the PYXIS 6K box camera and URSA Cine 12K cinema camera. We cover the new announcements and give our thoughts about the feature set and who these cameras might be for. Also, Blackmagic released a new micro color panel that looks interesting, and Canon seems to be opening up the RF mount….sort of.

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• Canon is Finally Letting Sigma and Tamron Make RF Mount Lenses [PetaPixel]
• Blackmagic NAB 2024 Update [YouTube]
• Podcast: Live from NAB 2024: Blackmagic's CEO on the URSA Cine 12K & Future of AI [No Film School]
  • Also available in podcast apps
• Davinci Resolve Micro Color Panel
• Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K
• Blackmagic PYXIS 6K
• Blackmagic Video Assist 5” 12G HDR

We focus on Sony today and talk about their strengths, weaknesses, and what we’d like to see from them next, as well as our thoughts on their current camera and lens lineup. We made the Sonybros wait a while for this one, but we’re making up for it with our longest camera company deep dive yet.

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Reviews are out on the Sony Burano, and we dig into some of the surprising results. Also, we try to give a brief highlight on the Blackmagic NAB announcements, but end up talking about it for much longer than expected (and don’t worry, there’s more coming from us). Also, Sigma releases a new lens, and Lucas thinks Daniel should fully embrace a new photo backup workflow.

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• 1-foot “outlet saver” extension cords [Amazon]
• Blackmagic’s 2024 NAB announcements [YouTube]
• Panasonic S5II and S5IIX Firmware Update News [PetaPixel]
• Sony Burano
  • Gerald Undone’s Sony Burano Review [YouTube]
  • Robert Machado’s Sony Burano Review [YouTube]
  • We previously discussed the Burano in episode 53 of this podcast.
• Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art [Sigma]
• Hands-on with Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art [DPReview]

We go deep on Nikon this week to discuss their strengths and weaknesses, as well as an overview of their current lineup and what we’re hoping to see next from them. Also, our experiences shooting the recent solar eclipse.

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• Nikon is Officially RED’s New Owner [PetaPixel]
• NASA Signs Agreement with Nikon to Develop Lunar Artemis Camera [NASA.gov]
• Nikon/RED Smartphone rumors [Nikon Rumors]

This week, we dive into Fuji and cover their strengths and weaknesses, as well as what we’d like to see from them next. Also, Sony announced some upcoming new firmware updates, and the new Ricoh GR IIIx looks like an interesting point and shoot option.

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• Ricoh GR IIIx
• Ricoh GR IIIx HDF
• Sony Firmware Updates
  • Sony Firmware Updates with C2PA Tools [PetaPixel]
  • We previously discussed C2PA in Episode 60 in Nov 2023
• Fuji deep dive
  • Fuji Firmware Update announced [CineD]

We take a close look at Panasonic’s camera business this week and discuss their strengths, weaknesses, and what might be coming next. Also, Logitech released a micro 4/3 webcam, and Lucas discovered another interesting point-and-shoot camera, this time from Leica. 

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• Sigma 18-50 f/2.8 X mount lens [Adorama]
• Leica TL2
• Nature.com article about SPAD sensors
• Canon’s SPAD sensor
• Webcams
  • Logitech Mevo Core UHD 4K Webcam [B&H]
  • Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera 4K G2 [B&H]
  • Yongnuo YN433 Micro Four Thirds Webcam [B&H]
  • Insta360 Link [B&H]
• Panasonic
  • History of Lumix cameras
  • L-Mount lens roadmap
  • List of all L-Mount zooms
  • List of all L-Mount primes

We continue our camera brand series with a deep dive on Canon, but also cover the Nikon Coolpix and similar point-and-shoot cameras, as well as some updates on the upcoming Mint Rollei 35AF, our experience using AI podcast editing tools, and more. 

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• World’s Fastest Camera Drone vs. F1 Car [YouTube]
• Kym Illman (F1 photographer) uses a Stream Deck for photo processing [YouTube]
• Google Searches For Nikon Coolpix camera Increase by Over 8,500% [PetaPixel]
• Canon PowerShot N [DPReview]
• Nikon COOLPIX A
• Canon EOS M200
• Podcast AI Editing Tools
  • Auphonic
  • Adobe Podcast
  • Resound
• MINT releases details about he Rollei 35AF [Japan Camera Hunter]
• Canon
  • Canon Wants to Achieve ‘Overwhelming Number One Share’ of Mirrorless Market by 2026 [PetaPixel]
  • Canon press release about current market share (as of Feb 20, 2024)
  • Dual fisheye lens for VR filming
  • Canonette rumor [Canon Rumors]
  • Canon ME20F-SH
  • SPAD sensor

More on the Fuji X100VI, including release hype, initial reviews, and our thoughts on who might be buying one. Also, we begin a new series of deep dives on camera manufacturers, starting with OM System.

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• SilverFast - Film scanning software
• Fuji Instax Mini 99
• Gerald Undone’s Fuji X100VI Review
• Japan Industrial Partners (JIP) Buys Olympus’ Camera Business (not news, but background on the transition)
• OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II [B&H]

We discuss the implications of Nikon buying RED, and look at the new Leica SL3. Also, a new Sigma lens looks pretty interesting for astrophotography.

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• Lensrentals Acquires BorrowLenses
• Nikon Acquires RED
• Sorbothane [Wikipedia]
  • Amazon link
• Leica Sofort 2 [B&H]
• Leica SL3 [Leica]
• Sigma 15mm f/1.4 Fisheye DG DN Art Lens [B&H]

We answer a listener question about which camera to choose for shooting uncropped 4K60 video, reflect on a recent event shoot, and talk about Zoom’s new 32-bit float handheld audio recorders.

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• Sony FE 24-50 f/2.8 G Lens
• Cameras that shoot uncropped 4k60
  • Canon EOS R3
  • Canon EOS R6 Mark II
  • Canon EOS R8
  • Canon EOS C70
  • Nikon Z8
  • Fuji X-H2S
  • Sony A7S III
  • Sony ZV-E1
  • Sony A6700
  • Sony A1
  • Sony A9 III
  • Panasonic S1R
  • Panasonic GH5S
  • Panasonic GH6
  • Panasonic G9 II
  • OM System OM-1 Mark II
• Zoom H1essential
• Zoom H4essential
• Zoom H6essential
• Zoom BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter

The long-awaited Fuji X100VI is finally here, along with a few other announcements from the Fujifilm X Summit that we’re excited about. Also, Lucas takes the next step in his film photography journey. 

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• FilmLab iOS app for processing film negatives [iOS App Store]
• Fuji X100VI [Adorama]
• Fujifilm X Summit 2024 Livestream [YouTube]

We discuss the Kodak Super 8 film video camera, Fuji GFX100 II video test results, new film stocks, and more. 

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• Harman Phoenix Film [Harman Photo]
• Adox Color Mission Helios Ultra-Low ISO Film [PetaPixel]
• B&H Kodak Super 8 Camera Review Video [YouTube]
• Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 Lens Firmware Issue [PetaPixel]
• Fujifilm GFX100 II Lab Test [CineD]

We go deep on global camera sensors and talk about recent test results for the Sony A9iii, as well as the new global sensor variants of the RED V-Raptor. Also, Lucas covers the most expensive–and heaviest–legendary lens yet.

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• Canon RF 1200mm f/8 L IS [Canon]
• OM System 150-600mm f/5-f-6.3 [B&H]
• Leica APO-TELYT-R 1600mm f/5.6 [Barnack Berek Blog]
• Mint Rollei 35AF [Photo Rumors]
• Understanding dynamic range in cameras [Cambridge in Colour]
• 16-bit sensor readout and effects on dynamic range [CineD]
• Gerald Undone’s Sony A9iii Sensor Testing [YouTube]
• RED V-Raptor X and XL with Global Shutter [PetaPixel]
• New Canon global sensors [CineD]

Edelkrone’s crazy motorized tripod isn’t quite what it seems, and DJI has a new version of their wireless mic system. Also, Lucas is apparently really into flash photography now.

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• Godox TTL350F Flash [B&H]
• Edelkrone Tripod X [Edelkrone]
• Hollyland Lark M2 Wireless Lav [CineD]
• DJI Mic 2 [B&H]
• Lumix S-E100 100mm Macro Lens [Panasonic]

We cover rumors about a new Hasselblad camera, an unusual Canon lens that had previously escaped our notice, and the strange upcoming Alice Camera. Also, Lucas considers getting into flash photography.

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• Hasselblad V System [Wikipedia]
• Hasselblad 907X 50C Medium Format Digital Camera [B&H]
• Canon RF 200-800mm [Canon]
• What the heck is Alice Camera? [Micro Four Nerds]
• Alice Camera
• Previously on the show: the Moon Smart Focus which includes an iPhone in the $24,000 kit [CineD]

We talk about some strange cameras, including an E-mount camcorder, artisan handcrafted box cameras, and the largest film camera ever made. 

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• Panasonic’s big CES announcement: the Palm Shaver [Panasonic]
• Polaroid 20x24 Portraits [Supersense]
• Sony NEX-VG900 [Videomaker]
• Davinci Remote Monitor App [iOS App Store]
• Vwfndr Keirin Camera [PetaPixel]
• Nexus G1 Camera [CineD]

We debate why point-and-shoot digital cameras are still a surprisingly large market in 2024, leading into a discussion of some upcoming rumors for the Fuji X100V successor, Leica SL3, and more. Also, one of the rarest legendary lenses yet, and Lucas gives us a list of his favorite 2023-released movies.

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• (Not camera related, but show related): Sergei Krikalev, the Soviet cosmonaut who was in space when the Soviet Union fell [Wikipedia]
• Legendary Lens, the De Vere Long Tom [MF Lenses]
• Kodak Portra 160 4x5 Film [B&H]
• 4x5 Large-Format Film Cameras [B&H]
• Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 [B&H]

Can you take photos in 3D? More importantly, can you view photos in 3D? What happened to 3D TVs? We take a look into the world of stereoscopic photography and videography in this episode. Also, Lucas’ film photography adventures continue, and we have another legendary lens.

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• Legendary Lens: Canon 50mm f/1.0 L USM Review [Dustin Abbott]
• Canon A2E with Eye AF [FStoppers]
• Stereoscopic (3D) Photography
  • First stereoscopic camera [Camera Wiki]
  • What is stereoscopy? [The Stereoscopy Blog]
  • RETO3D Classic (wiggle images) [RETO Project]
  • Nimslo 3D Camera [Wikipedia]
  • Fujifilm Finepix Real 3D W3 [DPReview]
  • Kandao QooCam EGO 3D Camera [Kandao]
  • 3DWiggle.com - create wiggle pictures [3D Wiggle Software]

Camera straps, harnesses, and clips–all about the different ways to carry your camera(s). Also, we look at the custom camera created for filming shows for the Sphere in Las Vegas.

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• Fujifilm Natura Classica [Camera Wiki]
• The Las Vegas Sphere
• Big Sky Cinema Camera [PetaPixel]
• Camera straps and mounts
  • Peak Design Anchors with mounts for regular camera straps [Adorama]
  • Peak Design Slide Strap [Adorama]
  • Peak Design Camera Cuff Strap [Adorama]
  • Rope Strap [Cooph]
  • Camera sling strap [Amazon]
  • Money Maker harness [Hold Fast Gear]
  • SpiderPro Camera Holster [Spider]
  • Peak Design Capture Clip [Adorama]
  • Nicama Camera Chest Harness [Amazon]
  • ioe Camera Strap [Clever Supply Co]

We look back at the best cameras of 2023.

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• Nikon makes special firmware for astronauts [PetaPixel]
• Cameras mentioned:
  • Insta360 Go 3
  • DJI Inspire 3
  • RED Komodo X
  • Sony ZV-E1
  • Panasonic Lumix S5 II X
  • Leica Q3
  • Nikon Z8
  • Sony A6700
  • Canon EOS R50

We take a look back at each camera brand’s big releases in 2023 and discuss our thoughts on how each brand performed this year. Also, Lucas descends further into the world of point-and-shoot film cameras.

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• Nikon F3 used to shoot the mine car chase scene in Temple of Doom [Nikon Rumors]
• RED’s lawsuit against Nikon was dismissed (in May, we just missed this news) [PetaPixel]

Our top 5 favorite camera gear and tech purchases of 2023, as well as an update on wireless lav patent drama and a cinema camera made from a Raspberry Pi. Also, we look at some really old consumer digital cameras.

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• Old Digital Cameras:
  • Epson R-D1 [Camera Legend]
  • Epson R-D1 [MPB]
  • Pentax 645D [DPReview]
• CinePi - Raspberry Pi Cinema Camera - [RaspberryPi.com]
• Deity Theos patent drama
  • Zaxcom sues Rode [Newsshooter]
  • Zaxcom ZMT4 [Zaxcom]
  • ZMT4 Transmitter [Gotham Sound]
  • QRX100 Receiver [Zaxcom]
• Top Camera Gear Purchases
  • Impact Turtle Base C-Stand Kit [B&H]
  • Amaran COB 60x S [Adorama]
  • Fuji XF 23mm f/1.4 [Adorama]
  • Fuji XF 56mm f/1.2 [Adorama]
  • Fuji XF 50-140 f/2.8 [Adorama]
  • Zhiyun Molus x100 [Adorama]
  • Angler 48” Quick-Open Softbox [B&H]
  • Izotope RX Standard [Izotope]
  • Portkeys PT6 [Adorama]
• Top Tech Purchases (not the full list, listen to the show for the rest)
  • Garmin Fenix 7 [Garmin]
  • Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro [Beyerdynamic]

Our thoughts on the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 and how it compares to other action cameras such as the GoPro 12 and Insta360 Ace Pro. Also, what’s with the trend of barebones cameras like the Camp Snap?

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• Camp Snap Camera [Camp Snap]
• Long Weekend 35mm Film Camera [Moment]
• Kodak Ektar H35N [Kodak]
• Best Mirrorless Cameras of 2023 [Popular Science]
• DJI Osmo Pocket 3 [Adorama]
• GoPro Hero 12 [Adorama]
• DJI Osmo Action 4 [Adorama]
• DJI Osmo Mobile [Adorama]
• Insta360 Ace Pro [Insta360]

Lucas ranks all of the Fuji lenses he’s owned (including one he may or may not have just added to the collection), and the Deity Theos wireless lav system faces patent issues. 

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• Fuji XF 50-140mm f/2.8 [Adorama]
• Fuji XF2X Teleconverter [Adorama]
• Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN for X mount [Adorama]
• Viltrox Pro AF 75mm f/1.2 XF [Adorama]
• Deity’s response on Twitter confirming the patent issue for the Theos [X/Twitter]

We discuss the Sony A9 III, the first mirrorless full-frame camera with a global shutter. Also, Canon’s new RF 24-105 f/2.8, and the Leica M11-P.

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• Leica M11-P [Adorama]
• Leica M11-P Review [PetaPixel]
• Sony A9 III [Adorama]
• Sony A9 III Hands-On [PetaPixel]
• Canon RF 24-105 f/2.8 L IS USM [Adorama]

Way, way too much discussion about camera backpacks and the new Nomatic Luma backpack. We also cover another legendary lens, and Lucas might buy a medium format film camera.

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• Zeiss Planar 0.7/50 mm [Zeiss]
• Nomatic Luma Camera Collection [Kickstarter]
• Nomatic 25L Camera Backpack [Adorama]
• Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L [Adorama]
• Kodak Brownie No.2 [The Brownie Camera Page]

Fuji’s cameras have an issue with “chroma smoothing”, and Sigma may release an L-mount camera? Also, Lucas ends up in the middle of some film stock related drama.

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• Forum post about Fuji chroma smoothing issues [EOS HD]
• Panasonic camera rumor about 2 new models coming [L Rumors]
• Panasonic electronic VND rumor [YM Cinema]
• Sigma L-Mount camera rumor [PetaPixel]
• Fringer EF-FX Pro III EF to X adapter [B&H]
• Cinestill 800T trademark drama [PetaPixel]

We talk about Z CAM cameras, a new RF wide-angle zoom lens, and old Panasonic cinema cameras. Also, our review of The Creator, and Gold Peak Beverages enters the camera gear market.

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• Gold Peak Golden Hour
• Panasonic Varicam 35
• Used Varicam 35 (MPB)
• Panasonic Varicam LT
• Used Varicam LT (MPB)
• Z CAM E2-M5G (CineD)
• Z CAM E2-F6 Pro
• Gerald’s video on the Z CAM E2-F6
• Z CAM E2-M4
• Canon RF 10-20mm F4 L IS STM

Our tests of the iPhone 15 Pro log profile, a Sony box camera intended for drones and industrial uses, AI features in the Pixel 8 camera, and more. 

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• Gerald Undone’s iPhone 15 Pro dynamic range test
• Pixel 8 AI camera features [The Verge]
• Sony ILX-LR1 Box Camera
• DJI Mini 4 Pro
• New Laowa Nanomorph sizes and 2X adapter [PetaPixel]
• Sirui Sniper f/1.2 Primes [CineD]

The new retro-styled Nikon Z f camera, and Lucas’ experiences shooting with a film camera. Also, Sigma released a new wide-angle zoom, and Lucas has fully embraced Lightroom in his photo backup workflow.

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• Adobe subscription price changes
• Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 Lens
• Nikon Z f Camera

We discuss whether the Panasonic G9 II is a worthy reason to use micro 4/3 in 2023, as well as the new Atomos Ninja and Canon RF cinema primes. Also, Lucas deliberates on changing his photo backup workflow.

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• iPhone 15 Pro compared to Sony FX30
• iPhone 15 Pro compared to Arri Alexa
• Atomos Ninja and Ninja Ultra
• Panasonic G9 II
• Canon RF Cinema Primes

The Sony Burano and Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K were recently announced, so we cover the features, excitement, and drama around these new cinema camera options. Also, Blackmagic released an iPhone app, and of course we have some follow-up on the Fuji GFX100 II.

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Links:

• RTings.com: The 5 Best Cameras for Videography and Filmmaking - Fall 2023
• Fuji GFX100 II IDT and LUTs
• Atomos Ultrasync Blue
• Blackmagic Design Announcements (video)
• Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K
• Blackmagic Camera app for iOS
• Sony Burano

The new Fuji GFX 100 II, and the camera capabilities of the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. The September tech releases are in full swing, and we’re here for it.

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Links:

• Gerald Undone 4ft USB-C 3.2 Cables (in purple!)
• Fuji GFX100 II
• Diagram of GFX100 II sensor crops (scroll down to video section)
• Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max
• ACES: We previously discussed this in Episode 18 of the podcast.

Review of the Zhiyun Molus x100 light, a new X-mount prime from Viltrox, and the Cooke SP3 cinema lenses. Also, Lucas wants to be a film bro.

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Links:

• Sony F55 CineAlta camera
• Deity Theos release delay
• Zhiyun Molus x100 
• Zhiyun Molus G200
• Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 for X-mount
• Cooke SP3 cinema lenses

The new Sony A7C II and A7C R cameras, Fuji GFX video spec rumors, a softbox mini-review, and more.

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Links:

• Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II
• Sony A7C II
• Sony A7C R
• RTings.com Best Cameras for Low Light Photography
• Angler 48” Quick-Open Softbox
• Fuji GFX100 II video spec rumor

We talk about the new Rode Wireless Pro wireless lav system and discuss how it compares to similar products such as the DJI Mic and Deity Theos. Also, Lucas found the most hipster digital camera imaginable.

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Links:

• Pixii camera
• Nikon ZF rumors
• Rode Wireless Pro
• DJI Mic
• Deity Theos
• Deity TC-1 Timecode Generator
• Deity Timecode Smart Slate

We discuss the possibility of a new Fuji GFX medium-format camera, follow up on our DJI Mic saga, and talk about whether we’re still interested in new camera drones. Also, how close is too close when it comes to taking pictures of bears?

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Links:

• Patrick Tomasso’s tweet about bear photography
• Fuji’s film simulation embroidered patches
• Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk and the Sony F65
• DJI LiDAR focus system adds support for Panasonic Lumix cameras
• DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo

In this episode, we briefly cover some new DJI products, and then discuss some issues we had with the DJI wireless lav mics on a recent shoot. As a bonus, we complain about softboxes.

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Links:

• DJI Osmo Action 4
• DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo
• DJI Mic
• Daniel’s new softbox – Angler 48” Quick-Open Softbox
• Lucas’ softbox – Godox 48” Softbox

We talk about the bags, cases, and backpacks we use to transport camera gear to shoots. Also, some experiences from a recent outdoor shoot in the Texas sun.

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Links:

• Smallrig Freeblazer - Carbon Fiber
• Brother P-Touch
• Apache cases from Harbor Freight
• Nanuk 915 case
• Peak Design 45L Travel Backpack
• Sachtler Dr Bag 1
• News: Tamron developing the 35-150 f/2-2.8 zoom for Nikon Z mount
• News: Ulanzi Camera Cooling Fan
• News: Samyang and Astrodesign join the L-Mount Alliance

We answer a listener question about what camera to buy for low-light event shooting under $2000, and talk about another legendary lens. Also, we find Daniel a new video tripod.

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Links:

• Pre-Show
  • IMAX projectors run on a (sometimes emulated) Palm Pilot
• Show
  • Davinci Resolve 18.5 fully released
  • Canon EF 200mm f/1.8 L
  • Camera recommendations under $2000
    • Sony A6700
    • Fuji X-S20
    • Sigma 18-50 f/2.8
    • Used: Panasonic Lumix S5 
    • Used: Fuji X-T4 with 18-55 lens
  • Tripods
    • Benro Aero 2
    • Manfrotto 502AH fluid head
    • Davis & Sanford Provista 7518
    • Smallrig Freeblazer - Carbon Fiber
    • Smallrig Freeblazer - Aluminum

In this episode, we talk about the long-awaited Sony A6700. Also, more on global shutters, old Fuji point-and-shoot options, and the new special edition of the Fuji X100V.

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Links:

• Fuji X100V Disney Edition
  • Petapixel
• Nanomorph Interchangeable Bayonets
  • Example bayonet
• Listener feedback about global shutters
  • RED “Motion Mount”
    • NoFilmSchool post from 2013
    • RED Motion Mount documentation
    • YouTube video
• Sony A6700
  • Adorama link
  • DPReview
  • PetaPixel review (and video)
  • Gerald Undone’s video
• Fuji X70
  • DPReview review
• Fuji X100 rumors
  • FujiRumors

In this episode, we talk about how magnets make life better…or at least why PolarPro’s new magnetic filter system might be exciting. Also, Lucas discovers affordable cine lenses from Sirui.

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Links:

• PolarPro Helix MagLock filter system
  • PolarPro’s site
  • Petapixel announcement
• Sirui Night Walker cine lenses
  • Sirui Night Walker series
  • Indiegogo campaign
  • CineD review/preview
• PhaseOne XC Camera
  • PhaseOne site
  • Peter McKinnon video on Phase One
• Affordable camera dolly?
  • NoFilmSchool: DIY PVC Dolly
• Samsung T7 SSD
  • Amazon
• Amaran tube lights
  • Adorama
• Aputure B7c light bulb
  • Adorama

This week, we finally get to the long-awaited Nikoncast.
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• Hot Boy Summer
• FCP for iPad

• Insta360 Go 3
• Fujifilm 56mm f/1.2 R
• Gear Patrol buying DPReview
• Moment Everything Backpack
• NikonCast
  • Hi-Res Zoom
  • Nikon Z9
  • Firmware 4.0
  • The smaller 2.8 trinity fills out:
    • 70-180 f/2.8
    • 28-75 f/2.8
    • 17-28 f/2.8
  • 24-120 f/4
  • The Noct
  • Nikkor Z 180-600 f/5.6-6.3

<p>This week Lucas complains about the new Insta360 Go 3.</p>
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<h3>Pre-Show</h3>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://boxd.it/n7ZIg$7rWNvQXsA6Wwy4vp">Hot Boy Summer</a></li>
</ul>
<h3>Show</h3>
<ul>
<li>RF Lenses Lucas has never heard of:<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/rf24-105mm-f4-l-is-usm?color=Black&type=New">RF 24-105 F/4</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/rf14-35mm-f4-l-is-usm?color=Black&type=New">RF 14-35 F/4</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/rf70-200mm-f4-l-is-usm?color=Black&type=New">RF 70-200</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/rf28-70mm-f2-l-usm?color=Black&type=New">RF28-70 F/2</a></li></ul></li>
<li>Insta360 Go 3<ul>
<li><a href="https://store.insta360.com/product/go-3">https://store.insta360.com/product/go-3</a></li>
<li><ul>
<li>Youtubers:</li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1JwvtETs_8">Sydney Diongzon</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HDfdrYHTrc">Make Art Now</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TvLl2f0wC8">Casey Niestat</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12ofrS9tRjI">Potato Jet</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjnKGfZcYPM">Peter McKinnon</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmgGtED-ZJ8">Jesse Driftwood</a></li></ul></li></ul></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1021630-REG/fujifilm_xf_56mm_f_1_2_r.html">Fujifilm 56mm f/1.2 R</a></li>
</ul>

A new monopod from iFootage makes a splash, Lightroom added more AI features that improve detail in Fuji images, and Blackmagic might be releasing an L-mount camera? Also, Lucas buys a lens.

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• • Blackmagic L-Mount camera rumor

• • Fuji XF 56mm f/1.2 R

• • Fuji XF 56mm f/1.2 WR

• • Sigma XF 56mm f/1.4

• • iFootage Cobra 3 Monopod - with foot pedal

• • iFootage Cobra 3 Monopod - with standard tension base

• • iFootage Komodo K5S Fluid Head

• • Sony A6700 rumors

• • DxO PureRAW

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This week Lucas complains about how Daniel made him talk about the Apple Vision Pro amongst other things.

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• Shirtless Summer / Hot Boy Summer

• Apple Vision Pro
• Sigma 14mm f/1.4 FF E mount L mount
• MoonSmartFocus
• Canon R100
• Fujifilm X-H2S
• Fujifilm X-T3
• XF 50-140 f/2.8
• Tamron 11-20 f/2.8
• Canon 70-200 f/4
• Lucas' Canon 70-200
• Fujifilm 56mm f/1.2 R
• Viltrox 75mm f/1.2

Ep 38 Event Shooting and Editing

This week Lucas complains about doing work.

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• Movie corner
  
  
  • 65
  
  
  • Jurassic Park
  
  
  • Jurassic Park Animatronic

• Event Shooting


• Davinci Resolve


• Fujifilm X-H2s


• Fujifilm X-T3


• Lumix S5 II


• Canon 5D IV


• Sony A7 III


• Ronin RSC2


• XF 50-140 f/2.8


• Tamron 11-20 f/2.8


• Canon 70-200 f/4


• Lucas' Canon 70-200


• Peak Design Micro Clutch
  
  
  • Kickstarter
  
  
  • Peta Pixel Link

Ep. 37 Fujicast! X-S20, X-App, Firmware 5.0

This week Lucas complains about Fujifilm and the X-S20.

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• perfect...no notes

• Fuji X Summit
  
  
  • https://youtu.be/kUl4kiU4YEU


• ISO ON A DIAL!
  
  
  • X-H2s Firmware 5.00


• New X-App
  
  
  • IOS XAPP
  
  
  • ANDROID Xapp
  
  
  • App pulled from store


• X-S20
  
  
  • X-S20
  
  
  • X-S20 Adorama link
  
  
  • 8mm f/3.5
  
  
  • EOS R8
  
  
  • EOS R7
  
  
  • ZV-E10

**

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Ep. 36 Komodo X VS. ZV-1

This week Lucas complains about the RED Komodo X

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• Longer Fuji Lens Options
  
  
  
  • XF 56mm f/1.2
  
  
  • Viltrox 75mm f/1.2
  
  
  • XF 50-140 f/2.8
  
  
  • Tamron 11-20 f/2.8
  
  
  
  

• Logic for iPad


• FCP for iPad


• Resolve 18.5 Beta 3


• Sony ZV-1


• Red Komodo X
  
  
  
  • Adorama link Red Komodo X
  
  
  • Red Komodo not x
  
  
  • DSCM3 Monitor
  
  
  • Komodo vs Komodo X No Film School
  
  
  
  


• Peak Design Micro Clutch
  
  
  
  • Kickstarter
  
  
  • Peta Pixel Link
  
  
  
  


• Fuji X Summit
  
  
  
  • https://youtu.be/kUl4kiU4YEU
  
  
  • X-S20
  
  
  • Firmware updates
  
  
  • 8.5mm f/3.5
  
  
  
  

Ep. 35 NikonCast: The Nikon Z8

This week Lucas complains about the new Nikon Z8

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• Leica Q2 Monochrome

• Lucas' Legendary Lens List Noctilux


• Nikon Z8
  
  
  • Gerald Undone Review
  
  
  • Adorama Link


• Powershot V10


• Module 8 Tuner

Ep. 34 DJI Mavic 3 Pro and Inspire 3

This week Lucas complains about more NAB announcements.

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• Using the iPad for the first time in a decade.

• DJI Mavic Pro 3 and Pro 3 Cine


• DJI inspire 3
  
  
  • More inspire 3 links
  
  
  • Lenses for the DJI DL mount
  
  
  • Insane Hong Kong Video


• Laowa 24mm T14 2x Probe


• New Nanomorphs 65 and 80mm T2.4 L mount


• Axibo Robots


• Freefly Ember S5K


• DZO New 2x Lenses
  
  
  • Cine D first look DxO Lenses


• Sony ILME-FR7


• Resolve 18.5 features


• Hollyland Venuss Live Stream

This week Lucas discusses his iPad photo workflow at length, complains about Davinci Resolve for iPad, and we talk about how Final Cut Pro for iPad is going to fix everything.

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• Using the iPad Pro in all the wrong places

• Lucas' Lightroom workflow


• Editing with Davinci Resolve for the iPad


• Lucas' top secret garden youtube channel


• Apple announces FCP and Logic for the iPad


• Ferrite Studio -- the app Daniel used to edit a podcast on the iPad

Ep. 32: NAB Highlights and Fuji Problems

This week Lucas complains about Fujifilm again, and we talk about some exciting NAB news.

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• Vertigo Lens Turret

• Firmware Update
  
  
  
  • FX3 FX30 Update
  
  
  
  


• 17-70 Issues
  
  
  
  • Tamron 17-70
  
  
  
  


• X-H2S
  
  
  
  • https://fujifilm-x.com/global/support/download/firmware/cameras/x-h2s/
  
  
  
  


• NAB News
  
  
  
  • FUJINON Duvo HZK25-1000mm F2.8-F5.0 PL Mount Cinema Box Lens
  
  
  • Tilta Nano ii
  
  
  • Smallrig FreeBlazer
  
  
  • Kondor Blue Pro Blade SSD Handle
  
  
  • Resolve 18.5
  
  
  • Deity PR2
  
  
  • DZO Anamorphics
  
  
  • Proteus Anamorphics
  
  
  • New Aputure Lights
  
  
  
  

This week Lucas goes way too deep on some testing of F-Log2, LUTS, and color space transforms. Also, a pretty legendary lens.

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• 4545 Aputure Lighbox

• Legendary Lens: Canon FD 55mm ASPH f/1.2
• History of FD Lenses and the K-35
• FD 55 f/1.2
• K-35 PL Housing Rental
 
• Daniel's update on Resolve
• IDT Transforms and F-Log2 Color Space Transforms and LUTs
• Really good Forum Post from ACES community
• Tool for generating IDT
• F-Log2 White Paper
• Arri LOGC3 specifications
• V-LOG specifications
• Twitter Links
• Lucas
• Daniel
• Camera Gear Podcast

This week Lucas has a top 10 list for ZV-E1 lenses.

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• Preshow
  • The Cinematography of Elvis
• Show
  • Top 10 List of Sony Lenses for the ZV-E1
    • Sony ZV-E1
    • Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG DN Art
    • Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II Lens
    • Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G Lens for Sony E
    • Sony G Master FE 24mm f/1.4 GM Lens for Sony E
    • Sigma 20mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E
    • Sony FE 20mm f/1.8 G Lens for Sony E
    • Sony FE PZ 16-35mm f/4 G Lens for Sony E
    • Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E
    • Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Lens for Sony E
    • Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E
    • Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G Lens for Sony E
  • Sigma's announcements
    • Nikon mount primes
    • 50MM F/2 L AND E
    • 23mm f/1.4 XF, L, E (APS-C)
    • 17mm F/4 L and E
  • Rise of AI Cameras
  • Twitter Links
    • Lucas
    • Daniel
    • Camera Gear Podcast

This week the gang discusses Lucas' dumb video that released basically a month ago as well as some exciting rumors and product releases.

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• Nikon ZFC new colors

• DP Review is no more?!
• DP Review Close
• Lucas' Legendary Lens List
• Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8
• More Zeiss Ultron
• Panasonic S1H ii Rumors
• pic.twitter.com/n7MMMeqhez">Some relevant tweet
• S1H Rumors
• Sensor stuff
• New Cooke Lenses
• CineD Cooke
• Lucas' dumb video
   
• Lucas X-H2S video
• Benro Theta Tripod
• Benro Polaris!
 
• Twitter Links
• Lucas
• Daniel
• Camera Gear Podcast

This week the gang discusses the crazy DJI Ronin 4D updates and how they're approaching editing a music video.

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• Everyone wants that Super35
     
• Raptor Reviews

• New Canon Lens
• RF 16mm f/2.8
• Other links
 
• Canon RF 14-35mm f/4 L IS USM: $1,499
 
• Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM: $1,999
 
• Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM: $549
• Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM: $279
• Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Lens $599
• DJI Ronin 4D updates
• Ronin 4D Flex. Make Art Now
• Potato Jet Vid (4D)
• Twitter Links
• Lucas
• Daniel
• Camera Gear Podcast

This week the gang dives into Sony's latest camera and a few other things.

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  Preshow
• Twitter thread about the moon
• Silicon Imaging's PR about Slumdog Millionaire
  Show
• ZV-E1
     
• Original Leaks
     
• Potato Jet Review
     
• Sara Dietschy Review
     
• Gerald Undone Review
     
• Sony Website
     
• Adorama Purchase Link
   
 
• Lumenarch
• Link to CineD post about Lumenarch
• Lumenarch Website
• Zhiyun Molus x100 and G60
• Zhiyun Molus x100 Pocket COB Light product page
• Zhiyun Molus G60 product page
• Triangle of Sadness (aka Diffusion)
 
• Original link to the chart that may be broken
 
• Backup link to the chart (sorry this is a reddit link)
• Portkeys PT6 Monitor Mini Review
• Portkey PT6 Adorama link
• PT6 Portkey website
• Osee T5+
• Atomos Shinobi Adorama Link

This week Lucas complains about 8-bit Sony and picture profiles like it's 2017.

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• Pre-show: RRR
• Indy 100 RRR
• RRR Letterboxd
• Lucas' Letterboxd if you're a movie person
• Davinci Resolve Collaboration
  • Resolve 18 collaboration (seriously this will change your life)
 
• Still Not Followup
  • Smallrig V-mount
 
• Flipping Sony and their stinking Picture Profiles. Like, what even is "S-Cinetone"
  • What is S-Cinetone?
  • S-Cinetone White Paper
  • Why is this camera still $2,000? Seriously?
  • Gerald explaining HLG and sony profiles forever ago
  • 2022 Camera of the Year, the X-H2s
  • Flog2 white paper / Data sheet
  • Sony's own Picture Profile "Help" guide...if you can call it that :)
 
• Preparing for a Music Video Shoot
  • Amaraon COB 60x
  • Lantern Godox
  • Godox VL 150 Daylight
  • Godox SL60w
 

This week we discuss a new Legendary Lens, we toy with the concept of followup, we discuss the recent Aputure event, and we dive into our most recent event shoot.

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• Pre-show: Fuji manager interview  
• Lucas' Legendary Lens Labyrinth: King of Bookah
  • More on the Pentacon 135 f/2.8.
 
• Not followup
  • 11-20mm f/2.8 Tamron Zoom!!!
  • Pre-order linke for the 11-20mm f/2.8 Tamron
  • EOS R8 Camera
  • Sony A7C Original
  • Canon R5C
 
• Aputure Event Winter 2023
  • Aputure Event (youtube)
 
• Event shoot retrospective
  • Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 Original
  • XF 70-200 f/2.8 Bad Boy
  • Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera 6k
  • BMPCC 6k Adorama link
  • Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR Lens
  • DJI RCS 2
 

This week we make our own list of Best Filmmaking Cameras in the spirit of RTINGS.COM

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• Pre-show: Lucas' new 23mm 1.4
  • 23mm 1.4 review
  • MY 23mm f/1.4 (the oldy but goody)
  • The new actually good 23 f/1.4 you should buy rather than the old one  
• Lucas' Legendary Lens Labyrinth: Seeing in the Dark
  • Petapixel Article on the Noct
  • More on the Noct
  • The new Noct
 
• OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO
  • OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO (Adorama)
 
• BEST Flimmaking Cameras Spring 2023!!!!!
  • Our inspiration (rtings article)
  • Cameras in no particular order (no spoilers):
  • Sony A1 (Adorama)
  • Canon R5C (Adorama)
  • Lumix BS1H (Adorama)
  • Fuji X-H2s (Adorama)
  • Canon R6 ii (Adorama)
  • Lumix S5 ii (Adorama)
  • Canon R8 (Adorama)
  • Sony FX30 (Adorama)
  • Canon R10 (Adorama)
  • Sony FX3 (Adorama)
  • Lumix S1H (Adorama)
  • Canon C70 (Adorama)
  • Sony A7III
 

This week we get a little too deep on the DJI Mic updates and some of the Zoom audio gear.

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• Pre-show: Video Walls and Ed Wood
  • ED Wood
  • Potato Jet Video (Window Wall
  • Mandalorian Wall
• Lucas' Legendary Lens List: Helios Prime and the Swirley Boys
  • Helios 44-2 The Bokeh King
  • Ebay Helios 44-2
  • Video showing the swirly boys
  • Helios Swirly Samples
 
• DJI Mic, Zoom 32-bit float recorders, Rode Video Micro V2
  • DJI Mic Single (Adorama)
  • DJI Mic Original Kit (Adorama)
  • Zoom F3 (Adorama)
  • Zoom H5 (Adorama)
  • Rode VideoMicro Original (Adorama)
  • Rode VideoMicro II
  • Zoom M3 Mictrak
 
• Blindspot Power Junkie 2
  • Power Junkie 2
  • Blindspot Power Junkie NP-F Power original (Adorama)
 

This week we discuss the new Laowa Proteus Anamorphics as well as some A7C II Rumors.

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• Laowa Proteus Anamorphics
  • 2x Proteus Anamorphics
 
• Rumors
  • Sony A7C Rumor Link
  • 24 stop Canon sensor 1"
 
• Other Topics
  • All White COB 60x Aputure
  • Lucas' dumb youtube video about Firmware 3.0 on the X-H2s
  • Diety Microphones V-Mic D4 DUO Dual Cardioid Camera Microphone
 

This week we discuss Lucas' ND filter research, Fuji Codes and debut a new segment

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• Pre-show: The Oscars
  • The Batman Cinematography
  • Oscar Noms
• ND Filters
  • Haida Variable ND
  • Moment Variable ND
  • Polar Pro Variable ND
  • Gerald Done Variable ND explainer
 
• Lucas' Legendary Lens....Labyrinth?...Layer?...Living Room?
  • History of the Noct
  • Nikkor Noct (new)
  • Nikkor 58mm 1.2 review (vintage)
 
• Fuji Codecs
  • Supported Film Simulations
 

This week we discuss the newly announced Canon R50 and R8

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• Pre-show: The 5 Best Cameras for Filmmaking Winter 2023
  • Rtings Article
• New Canon Cameras
  • Canon R50 (Adorama)
  • Canon R8 (Adorama)
  • RF Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM Lens
  • Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens
  • Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens
  • DPReview R50 review (video)
  • DPReview R8 review (video)

This week we discuss the new Viltrox Cine Anamorphics, the Macbook Pros and the DJI RS3 Mini

• Pre-show: CineBlooms and New Macs!
  • CineBloom by Moment
  • Macbook Pros M2
• Viltrox Cine Anamorphics
  • Viltrox Epic Series
  • Metabones PL to XF Speedbooster
  • DZO Film Parfocal Zoom
• Tilta Hydra Arm
  • Zoom Zoom
• Gimbals
  • New DJI RS3 Mini
• Bosma G1 Pro
  • The world's most affordable 8k camera!

Ep 18: Camera For Your Mom....or why Moms love Classic Chrome?

This week we discuss Lucas' deep dive into ACES and IDTs, The new X-H2s Firmware 3.0 and buying a camera for YOUR MOM

 

• Pre-show: ACES

  • ACES IDTs in Resolve Forum post
  • F-LOG2 Data Sheet V1.0 from Fuji
  • Fujifilm F-LOG in resolve without an IDT (ACES Central Forum)
  • Arri documentation
  • What is an IDT?

 

• X-H2s Firmware 3.0

  • Firmware update changelog
  • Manual updates detailing each feature

 

• Cameras for your Mom

  • Canon EOS R10
  • M50 with Lens
  • Sony ZV-E10
  • Used a6000 ($

This week we discuss the Lumix DC-S5 Mark II

• Pre-show: Box Cameras
  • BS1H Box Camera
  • Mo' Box Cameras!
• Lumis S5 Mk II
  • DSLR Video Shooter Caleb Pike S5 mk ii Review
  • Gerald Undone Review
  • CineD Review
  • Lumix S5 mk II Link B&H
  • DP Review Lumix DC-S5 II

This week we discuss Lucas' adventures with Resolve, Daniel's XT30 and rumors for 2023

• Pre-show: Davinci Resolve
  • CineD Camera of the Year
  • DP Review Best video Cameras for Photographers
  • ACES workflow
  • ACES explained video by Cullen Kelly
  • Using Proxies in Resolve 18
  • Capture One Subscriptions!?
• XT30
  • XT30 B&H
  • XF 27mm f/2.8 WR
• 2023 Camera Rumors
  • Sony axxxx rumors
  • Some X-Pro4 stuff from FujiRumors
  • Canon Cinema Rumors
  • Canon 100 MP Rumors
  • EOS R5 Mk. II
  • R7C Rumors

This week we discuss the Canon R6 Mark II

 
• Pre-show: New Lenses
  • Fujifilm XF 80mm 2.8 Macro
  • XF 16mm 1.4
• Canon R6 Mk II
  • EOS R6 Mark II
  • DP Review R6 Mk II
  • Gerald Undone R6 Mk II Review
  • Nikon Z7 Mk II (new but used links below)
  • I'm not linking all the lenses we ran through, you can't make me

This week we discuss using Lightroom and Switching to Davinci Resolve.

• Pre-show: Macros
• How we use Lightroom
  • Capture One
  • Fuji specific Capture One
  • Pixelmator Pro
  • GIMP
  • Photoshop
• Final Cut Drama and Switching to Resolve
  • Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve for iPad

This week we discuss our favorite gear of 2022.

• Pre-show
  • Lieca Q2
• Favorite Gear of 2022
  • Gaff Tape
  • V-mount battery by Smallrig
  • Fujifilm X-H2s
  • DJI Mic
  • Kondor Gerald Undone Cables
  • Aputure COB60x
  • Travel Backpack 45L Peak Design
  • KEH
  • Tamron 35-150 F/2-F/2.8
  • Nikon Z9
  • Fujicast!
  • Arri 35
  • CineD Arri 35
  • Resolve for iPad
  • Mavo Edge 6k
  • Nanomorphs
  • Insta360 X3
  • Sony FX30

This week we discuss the DJI product line including the FPV Avata.

• DJI and Drones for Video
  • Potato Jet Michael Bay's ambulance drone pilot
  • CineLOG 35 3.5" Cinewhoop
  • Air 2S vs Air 2
  • DJI Avata Specs
  • ATX Airborne Drone Youtube Channel
  • Mini Pro 3 DJI
• Follow Focuses
  • Tilta nucleus Nano II sneak preview
  • B&H Nucleus-Nano
  • Smallrig Magic Fiz super cheesy promo

This week we discuss shooting photos with the X-H2S.

• Preshow: A real life Nikon shooter!
  • Z7 Mk II
  • Z7 Mk I
  • Used link to B&H for Z7 Mk II (link may break, was $2,336.95 at time of recording for reference)
• Fujifilm X-H2S links
  • X-H2s
  • Stops cheat sheet
  • Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 XF mount
  • Subject detection in lightroom

This week we discuss the new Fujifilm X-T5!

• Preshow: Camera Interfaces
  • Backbutton Autofocus howto (from Canon)
• Fujifilm X-T5
  • Photography First (Fujifilm USA Video)
  • X-T5 Fujifilm
  • DP Review initial review X-T5
  • Omar's thoughts on the X-T5
  • Size comparison from Fujirumor
  • B&H link to see configuration and lens pairing options and current price

This week we discuss the New Sony A7RV and the Atomos AtomX

• Preshow: Wide Angel Lense Conundrum
  • THE 16mm 1.4
  • 14mm 2.8
  • 18mm 1.4
  • Speculation of 11-20mm 2.8 Tamron for XF (fujirumors)
• Sony A7RV
  • DP Review A7RV
  • Gerald Undone Revew of A7RV
  • Sony A1 product page and specs
  • A7RV Sony product page
  • Canon R5 product page
• Atomos
  • AtomX Connect
  • Zato Connect

This week we discuss the new Go Pro Hero 11 Black and 11 Mini.

 
• Magic Fiz
  • MagicFiz Follow Focus
  • Nucleus Nano Wireless Follow Focus
  • MagicFiz YouTube Review
 
• Go Pro 11 Hero Black Pro Max Black
  • RAM mounts Go Pro
  • Go Pro 11 Hero Black
  • Batteries plus charger
  • Microphone attachment

This week we discuss shooting the Big Bend Open Road Race.

• Gear links
  • Big Bend Open Road Race
  • Fujifilm X-H2S
  • Mavic Air 2s
  • RAM mounts Go Pro
  • Go Pro 11 Hero Black
• ND Filters
  • ND Filter Math
  • Filter step up rings

This week we discuss laowa nanomorphic lenses and using the EOS R in 2022

• Laowa Nanomorphic Lenses
  • Indiegogo anamorphic lens
  • B&H nanomorph link
  • Wikipedia anomorphic
  • Aspect ratios
  • DP Review of Nanomorphs
  • Anamorphic on a budget youtube channel
  • Sirui anamorphics
  • Moment adapter
  • Vazen Anamorphics
• EOS R in 2022
  • EOS R B&H
  • Nikon Z6 B&H
  • A7C Sony Adorama
  • Fujifilm X-T4 B&H
  • Lumix S5 B&H

Rumor round up

• Light reading
  • Fujirumors X-T5 rumors
  • EOS R6 rumors
  • EOS R8 rumor
  • More EOS R8 rumor info
  • A7R5 Rumors
  • Gerald Undone review of the actually released A7RV
  • A7R V B&H promo page

How we do audio, X-Trans vs Bayer sensors, and why we bought into Fuji.

• How are we doing audio?
  • Zoom H5
  • Zoom H4n
  • Audio Technica AT875R
  • DJI Mic
  • Rode Video Micro
  • Deity V-Mic D4 Duo
• X-Trans VS Bayer
  • Bayer Sensor
  • X-Trans Sensor
  • Demosaicing
  • Worming in Lightroom
  • Worming in Lightroom
  • How Cameras see Color (Tony Northrup)
  • X-Trans and Bayer Sensor Layouts
  • 40MP X-Trans

This week we discuss some recent experience using the Ninja V, what the best top handles with record buttons are, and possible future of camera sensors.

Ninja V

Top Handles

Camera Sensors

The NEW Sony FX30 and all about our interview shoot this past week.

• Sony FX30
  • Sony FX30
  • Sony FX3
  • Gerald Undone Review of FX30
  • No Film School FX30 vs BMPCC 6k
  • Sony a6400
  • Canon 7D DPreview
  • X-H2
• Interview Film Shoot
  • Peak Design 45L
  • Zoom H5
  • Zoom H4n
  • Audio Technica AT875R
  • DJI Mic
  • Rode Video Micro
  • X-H2s
  • XF Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8
  • Godox VL150
  • XF 50-140 f/2.8
  • Sigma 30mm f/1.4

News about Canon shutting out Viltrox from making RF autofocus lenses, a discussion on the pros and cons of adapting lenses, and a debate about the Fuji X-H2 vs the X-H2S.