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OM System Almost Considered Making Full Frame Cameras
4 november 2026 · 1 uur 35 min
PetaPixel is proud to partner with WhiteWall for the launch of the PetaPixel Print Shop, a series of 10 limited-edition print drops featuring photos from the PetaPixel team and partner artists. This first edition of the PetaPixel Print Shop drop will be open from November 2, 2026 through January 31, 2027. Lees meer
Once this limited-edition drop is completed, these photos in these exact formats, papers, colors, and frames will never be offered again. Browse the drop today and collect your print!
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Digital camera sales are slumping, OM System execs reveal they did once consider expanding out of Micro Four Thirds, and Nikon announced a new $14,000 lens. All that and more!
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
04:55 - The PetaPixel Print Shop by WhiteWall
10:42 - Digital camera sales are slumping again
13:41 - Canon is preparing to raise prices due to the memory crisis
16:23 - OM System exec says the company did consider expanding into larger formats: https://petapixel.com/2026/11/02/om-exec-says-company-considered-expanding-into-larger-formats/
32:44 - Nikon announced a new 120-300mm f/2.8
38:19 - Apple announced a touch MacBook Pro... so, macOS on iP…
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Sigma's Unique Lens, Meeting PixelMeter, and ANOTHER New Instax?
28 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 58 min
This episode is brought to you by Epson Professional Imaging and their SureColor P-Series photographic printers. For decades, Epson has had the honor of being the choice of the world’s leading photographers - empowering artists with industry leading technology so they can bring their stories and vision to the photographic print. Lees meer
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by photography legend Stephen Wilkes and his 25th anniversary exhibition of his series "America in Detail."
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
08:20 - We're excited to launch the PixelMeter, the first reviews aggregator for photo gear
17:07 - Sigma's new 50mm f/1.4 CL DG has vintage looks but futuristic design
22:51- Fujifilm launches the Instax Mini Evo 2
24:22 - Instagram is going to try long form again
32:59 - GoPro teams up with PolarPro to s…
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Building Our Very Own Frankencameras
20 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 29 min
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by PetaPixel's Tech Editor Jeremy Gray to build their own parts bin Frankencameras. They have to build a complete camera from a limited selection of parts, showcasing what the most important features of a camera are to each of them.
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Adobe Ripped Off by AI?
14 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 33 min
Thanks to ProGrade Digital for sponsoring this episode! Go behind the scenes with Chicago Cubs team photographer Matt Dirksen to see how he photographs a season. From capturing the action to importing thousands of photos after a game, discover how ProGrade’s memory cards, readers, hubs, and docks help keep his workflow moving. Lees meer
Read the full story and see Matt’s photos on PetaPixel: https://petapixel.com/2026/10/14/inside-a-season-with-the-chicago-cubs-photographer/
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, Chris, Jordan, Sarah, and I discuss a big heaping pile of news, including the biggest story of the week: Adobe Creative Cloud getting ripped off and rebuilt with AI.
Beyond that, Getty filed for bankruptcy, Sony announced two new microphones, APS-C got a ton of love in the past week, and the OM System PEN is shaping up to be outrageously popular.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro…
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Why New Digicams Fail to Capture the Magic of the Originals
7 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 30 min
You probably know VSCO for film presets, but VSCO One goes further, into the business of being a photographer. VSCO One comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can see whether it fits the way you work. Check it out today! Lees meer
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This week on the PetaPixel Podast, Chris Niccolls and Jaron Schneider are joined by Gordon Laing and Sarah Teng for a discussion on the explosive popularity of digicams and why no matter how hard they might try, modern companies can't fully recapture the magic of the point-and-shoot cameras from 10+ years ago.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
09:41 - The a7S rumor mill has spun up again...
17:26 - The FX5 is delayed again
20:55 - Have you heard of Mandler?
28:03 - Final Cut Camera gets a major update
33:03 - You can add a zoom lens to the Luna Ultra
34:44 - Yashica has another new compact camera
37:15 - The Polaroid Mod
38:34 - Viltrox is bringing its full Air series to Leica L mount
42:07 - Full Frame Camera Power Rankings
1:17:19 -…
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Ranking Our Top 10 Full Frame Cameras
1 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 37 min
This week on the PetaPixel Podast, the team discusses the return of the a7S IV rumor reappearing, but spends the majority of the episode creating the first-ever PetaPixel Power Rankings for full frame cameras. Lees meer
When it comes to ultralight tripods, every ounce counts. ProMaster’s iota series fully embraces this philosophy by prioritizing speed, simplicity, and minimal weight. If your priority is carrying the least amount of weight possible while still having a capable and thoughtfully designed tripod, both the ProMaster iota 422 Ultralightweight Tripod Kit and the ProMaster iota 219 Tabletop Tripod Kit make a compelling case.
Whether hiking, traveling, shooting landscapes close to the ground, or setting up a quick tabletop or macro shot, these tripods strip away complexity in favor of speed, simplicity, and a remarkably lightweight design. The iota series delivers a lightweight, fast, and genuinely enjoyable experience that encourages you to carry it more often and photograph more freely.
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When It Comes to Viewfinders... Are We Out of Touch?
24 september 2026 · 1 uur 32 min
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team stands firm in their belief that camera brands are misunderstanding the "smartphone generation" as they call it. Lees meer
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
11:26 - A quick follow-up from last episode, all Pentax DSLRs are now discontinued, but a future is coming
17:40 - Sigma turns 65
19:29 - Fujifilm's Pal 2 camera is nothing like the original
23:44 - Affinity's RAW photo processing just got way more robust
25:46 - 54 lens caps had to be removed from Yellowstone's thermal vents this year
28:35 - Lumix has a new 20mm f/2.5
30:32 - Ilford is releasing limited-edition film, for some reason
36:02 - GoPro officially joined Micro Four Thirds
38:05 - Camp Snap has entered its Minox era
41:30 - Glass Imaging appears to have been acquired by OpenAI
44:51 - Review round-up
58:24 - Are we out of touch, or are the camera brands wrong?
1:08:18 - Wha…
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Did the New PEN Impress You? Plus Apple Adds Aperture
11 september 2026 · 1 uur 50 min
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team discusses OM System's new PEN camera and then transitions to Apple Park where they are joined by Jason Vong and The Verge's Allison Johnson to talk Pros and Duo. Lees meer
Thanks to our friends at DxO for sponsoring today’s podcast! PhotoLab 10 adds smarter AI masks for people and subjects, new color grading tools, and automatic sensor dust removal. Its new depth masks let you select areas by their distance from the camera, so you can brighten distant mountains without changing the foreground. Its AI tools work offline, and there’s no subscription required.
PetaPixel’s Michael Bonocore walks through the new features using his photographs from Morocco, with before-and-after examples and practical editing tips.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
07:55 - The Nikon ZR is getting open gate
12:09 - Nikon is making nine T1.9 cinema lenses
15:57 - Sigma's new lenses look very nice
24:48 - Also, new Sigma filters
29:28 - Dang, it's been 20 years since Sony made one of these
32:17 - SmallRig's new batteries are designed to be used on set
34:23 - GoPro's founder promises the company isn't done making consumer cameras
36:16 - …
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The Most Influential Camera Brand of Every Decade
2 september 2026 · 1 uur 41 min
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It costs just $3 per month or $30 per year. Join today!
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team goes through the decades starting in the mid 1900s and examines which camera company was the most influential during that time. That doesn't mean who sold the most, it means who drove the industry in a particular direction.
Plus, GoPro drama abounds, Ricoh announced the GR IVx, and Chris, Jordan, and Jaron say goodbye to one of their dear friends. All that and more!
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro and what camer…
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Ricoh, You Disappoint Us
28 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 16 min
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, we're at Sony Kando to discuss Hover Air's last-minute change, new Macs, and Ricoh's very disappointing AI choice. Top creators share the issues plaguing them the most and what camera brands can do to better address them.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro from Sony Kando
06:51 - Photographer Jay Maisel has passed away
09:09 - Apple has a new Mac Studio and Mac Mini
19:33 - Sony's sensor fab is back to full operation
21:20 - Nikon continues to only release cool things in Japan
23:03 - HoverAir's flying gimbal camera already got banned in the U.S.
25:05 - Yo…
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Sony FX5 DELAYED and is Back-Button AF Stupid?
20 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 41 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the Sony FX5 is officially delayed, Kodak has been profitable for a year straight, and a former Sony executive shares that back before it took over mirrorless with the E-mount, another company suggested they team up rather than Sony strike out on its own.
Plus, Jordan Drake chats with special guest Becca Farsace and the two decide who "won" this generation of gimbal cameras: the Luna Ultra from Insta360 or the Osmo Pocket 4P from DJI. And, is back button autofocus stupid? All this and more!
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
10:30 - The FX5 is delayed.
17:14 - Kodak has been profitable for a solid year
22:13 - Insta360 is making a camera with a shape "you've never even considered."
26:17 - N…
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Apple May Have Spoiled a Secret Nikon Camera
13 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 43 min
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, Nikon's future plans may have been leaked by the most unlikely of sources: Apple. Plus, Fujifilm shares that the camera industry is finally feeling the pinch from the memory crisis, and it will likely result in both significant price increases as well as manufacturing delays.
Then, the team sits down with Isaac Reynolds from the Google Pixel team and asks the hard questions about what exactly photographers can expect from the Pixel 11 series phones. Make sure to Read David Imel's coverage of Google's HDR technology at The Verge.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
11:38 - Did Apple spoil an upcoming Nikon announcement?
16:01 - Fujifilm raised its cost estimations because of the memory shortage
17:56 - China's weakening economy really hurt camera sales
20:52 - Tamron's OEM lens sales took a nose …
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Nikon Lost Its Viltrox Lawsuit & Sony to Buy Tamron?
5 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 34 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris and Jordan phone in from the beach to talk about the ramifications of Nikon's loss to Viltrox in Chinese court as well as Sony's bid to buy Tamron. Plus, the two name what they think are every camera brand's greatest accomplishment... and their deepest shame!
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro from the beach
06:53 - PetaPixel Members now get 20% off Capture One
13:40 - Nikon has lost its patent lawsuit against Viltro…
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No One Agrees with Our RX10 V Take + What We Think of Tamron's New Design
16 juli 2026 · 1 uur 50 min
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by Chelsea Mercado Northrup to discuss the RX10 V (and why no one seems to agree with our less-than-sparkling review) and Tamron's new design shift, as well as take part in the highly-requested Lens Draft! PetaPixel's Jeremy Gray also joins in for this extra-long episode!
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro with Chelsea Northrup Mercado!
14:39 - What do we think of Tamron's new design?
22:38 - GoPro's founder lends the company $20M to try and stay alive
25:27 - Beni is a cute little camera ro…
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Hass ❤️ Capture One Now + CEO Imagines a Future Without Camera Operators
8 juli 2026 · 1 uur 42 min
Excire Foto 2027 is HERE! The latest version of Excire’s award-winning image-management software uses AI to help you find any photo, stay on top of culling, and easily organize your entire image catalog. To get your Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit https://www.excire.com/en/excire-foto/ Lees meer
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, Hasselblad and Capture One finally resolve their differences (but Phocus isn't going anywhere), DJI's LOFIC sensor has really impressive dynamic range, and Insta360's CEO describes a future where there are no camera operators. Plus, wildlife photographer Kristi Odom stops by to explain how photographers can learn so much just by watching animals.
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05:39 - Chris puts his digital TLR idea into words
09:44 - DJI Pocket 4P's LOFIC sensor is ex…
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Godox Made a WEIRD Camera and Adobe Buys Topaz
1 juli 2026 · 1 uur 41 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Godox became a camera manufacturer with the introduction of the C100, a very weird, screen-less point and shoot camera. Also, Adobe acquired Topaz, Samyang finished its "holy trinity," and Nikon did something it has never done before.
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00:00 - Intro w/ Matt Growcoot
12:19 - Adobe has acquired Topaz Labs
17:29 - The Schneider-Samyang trinity of lenses is complete
21:52 - Leica's New 50mm f/1.4 looks really impressive
26:17 - It may soon be very difficult to ph…
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VSCO's Fiasco, Sony's New Sensor, and Fujifilm's Fall Plans
24 juni 2026 · 1 uur 41 min
Thanks to our friends at DxO for sponsoring today's episode. It’s the middle of summer, which means the Milky Way is up and a lot of you are out shooting the night sky. And if you have ever tried astrophotography, you know the file that comes home looks nothing like the night sky that you stood under. The RAW file is usually flat, gray, and buried in noise. Bringing the Milky Way back to life is the whole challenge of night editing, and DxO makes a set of tools that can handle it from start to finish. Lees meer
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro, and introducing Dima Koshutin!
09:16 - VSCO's New 'One' Platform is getting a ton of blowback
17:22 - Sony's first LOFIC image sensor looks promising
25:44 - Fujifilm is hosting a Fujikina in NYC this October
30:44 - 7Artisans has a new entry-level cine lens line that's really cheap
34:37 - Viltr…
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Insta360 and DJI Hate Each Other + Are Zeiss Lenses Actually Zeiss?
17 juni 2026 · 1 uur 31 min
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
13:52 - Insta360 and DJI are going at it, as DJI sues and then Insta360 sues back
22:20 - Apple's RAW update is substantial
28:37 - The company that bought WeTransfer, Vimeo, and Filmic Pro is going public
31:32 - Viltrox announced two new affordable portrait primes
35:08 - Zeiss has discontinued the DSLR Otus primes
37:22 - The Cinelux Sixteen camera shoots digital and Super 16 at the same time
42:58 - Metabones' new adapter promises near native glass AF performance
46:57 - Lumix released a very buggy firmware update
50:02 - Kodak Charmera is back for round two
56:01 - Deep dive into LoCA
1:00:57 - Zeiss Refutes Rumors Cosina Developed Otus ML Lenses
1:04:31 - Could Nikon make a "heritage series" of lenses?
1:12:24 - What have you been up to?
1:17:15 - Tech support
1:23:54 - Nya-Evo Fjord
1:29:05 - Feel Good story of the week
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Capture One and Leica Are for Sale? Plus GoPro Is on 'The Brink'
4 juni 2026 · 1 uur 33 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron are in Atlanta, Georgia at the headquarters of KEH to hear what is popular on the pre-owned camera market, what cameras are the hardest to fix, and more. Plus, Capture One and Leica are both looking like they're trying to find new owners, and GoPro is reportedly "on the brink" and might not last the year.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro from KEH!
08:20 - Jordan's challenge
09:45 - Camp Snap 2 is smaller, lighter, and has more accessories
12:43 - Zeiss' new anamorphic lenses look really interesting
15:31 - GoPro is "on the brink" and facing collapse
19:19 - Capture One's private equity owner is trying to sell it
24:22 - We confirmed YoloLiv wasn't complying with the Micro Four Thirds standard
29:17 - A Chinese private equity firm is the leading contender to acquire Leica
32:26 - Lucky'…
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The Ultimate 'First Camera Purchase' Accessory Tier List
27 mei 2026 · 1 uur 37 min
Thanks to our friends at DxO for sponsoring today's podcast. DxO just released Nik Collection 9, the latest version of their popular editing suite that photographers have been using for over a decade. Lees meer
If you want the full breakdown, our very own Michael Bonocore wrote a deep dive covering all the new features with real examples using his travel photography.
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the trio breaks out the tier list and ranks every optional accessory that camera stores try to convince you that you need to bundle with your first camera purchase. What's S-tier and what's F-tier? They dig into it!
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro, and Chris's rage bait
13:11 - Chris's Wotancraft Pilot Collab sold out in under 24 hours
17:01 - NYC Gallery sold an AI-gen…
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Sony's AI Debacle + Fujifilm's Yuji Igarashi on 'Focus on Glass' Results
22 mei 2026 · 1 uur 12 min
DxO is offering PetaPixel Podcast listeners 15% off any DxO software, including the brand-new Nik Collection 9, by using the code 'PetaPixel' at checkout. Nik Collection 9 adds AI-powered object and depth masks, plus new creative filters like Halation, Color Grading, Chromatic Shift, and Glass Effect in Color Efex and Analog Efex. Blending modes now work inside the plug-in stack, so you can experiment without opening Photoshop. All AI processing runs locally on your machine, so no images leave your computer. Head over to dxo.com and check out Nik Collection 9 and use code 'PetaPixel' to save 15%! Lees meer
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team is in-person at Fujifilm's Tokyo headquarters to chat with Yuji Igarashi about lenses, specifically how it feels the results of the Focus on Glass vote went. Plus, Sony gets thrashed for bad AI advice, Nikon is rumored to be selling to Essilor Luxxotica, TSMC wants to build a sensor fab in Japan, and Jordan Drake gives his thoughts on the Lumix L10. All that and more!
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This Week Has Been INSANE (Sony a7R VI, Canon R6 V, and More!)
16 mei 2026 · 1 uur 4 min
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With a PetaPixel Membership, not only can you support original PetaPixel reporting and in-depth reviews, but you can also remove ads from the website and gain access to some seriously great perks, too. Members get $15 off the Moment Store, 5% off certified pre-owned gear from KEH, 10% off lighting gear from FJ Westcott, and now can download full-resolution RAW files and JPEGs from the latest cameras and lenses.
It costs just $3 per month or $30 per year. Join today!
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, we're coming to you with a bonus episode... from the past! We recorded this before heading off to the four corners of the planet, but not before Chris and Jordan had hands-on time with the latest gear from Sony and Canon.
Unfortunately, we didn't have any idea what Panasonic Lumix was going to announce ahead of time, but we have plenty to say about the new a7R VI and R6 V (as well as the two lenses that were also announced with them). It has been a wild, crazy, busy week, so unpack it with us!
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Win a Limited Edition Canon G7X III! Plus: WideluxX & I'm Back APS-C
29 april 2026 · 1 uur 27 min
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, we're giving away a new Canon G7X Mark III 30th Anniversary Limited Edition camera thanks to our friends at B&H Photo!
GIVEAWAY RULES:
Entrants must post a comment on YouTube, Instagram, Spotify, or the PetaPixel comments section below. The comment must have two parts:
Comment must include a link to your portfolio (Instagram, YouTube, website, etc). If, for example, your comment is on Instagram and your portfolio is Instagram, just make that clear in your comments. The same goes for YouTube
Comment must include a sentence about what you want to photograph with the Canon G7X Mark III.
The winner will be chosen at random. The winner will be contacted directly by PetaPixel through the platform on which they entered and will be given three days to respond. If no response is received, PetaPixel will move on to another winner.
NOTES:
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Giveaway entries will be accepted until May 5 @ 9 AM Pacific Time.
Due to shipping restrictions, the contest is only open to those living in the United States (sorry!).
You may enter up to four times by commenting on each platform.
In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
06:42 - WIN a Canon G7X III 30th Anniversary Limited Ed…
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How to 🛟SAVE🛟 Micro Four Thirds w/ Emily Lowery!
22 april 2026 · 1 uur 30 min
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PetaPixel viewers can receive 15% off their purchase with the special discount code PETAPIXEL.
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If you're a UK based camera nerd, join Emily at her workshops this summer!
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro with Emily Lowery!
12:41 - Gerald Undone is done
21:20 - Leica is partnering with Gpixel to make a bespoke full frame sensor
26:43 - Tangent: Chris dropped his M11.
30:12 - The Insta360 Luna is aiming right at DJI because DJI has a dual-camera Osmo Pocket coming
34:40 - That might be a big deal, because the Pocket 4 isn't available in the US (and might never be)
36:22 - We have pricing for the GoPro Mission 1 series
39:09 - Thypoch's AF 24-50mm f/2.8 is coming next month for $700
41:11 - Viltrox announced two new Evo primes
43:15 - Nikon teased its promised cinema prime optics
46:09 - Sennheiser's HD 480 Pro are its best closed-back headphones
49:39 - Insta360 looks like it is going to announce a Micro Four Thirds camera
51:26 - How to save Micro Four Thirds!
1:15:15 - If you're a UK based camera nerd, join…
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Resolve Takes on Lightroom! Plus: the Osmo Pocket 4, and GoPro Mission 1!
17 april 2026 · 1 uur 37 min
This episode is brought to you by our friends at DxO and their newest release, PureRAW 6. If you want to learn more about how DxO’s PureRAW 6 works, you'll find PetaPixel's "DxO PureRAW 6: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide" hugely informative. Lees meer
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This week has been a big one, and the PetaPixel Podcast team is joined by Sarah Teng to talk DJI Osmo Pocket 4 and GoPro Mission 1 and how each is going to affect content creators.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
07:46 - Dirty Dew
13:12 - DaVinci Resolve looks like a possible Lightroom alternative now
21:41 - ProGrade forced to increase prices due to memory shortage
24:30 - Freefly has joined the L-mount alliance
26:56 - OM System announced an infrared OM-1 Mark II
32:01 - Arri acquired by a German entrepreneur
38:03 - GoPro impre…
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The COOLEST Lens in Every Mirrorless Mount
8 april 2026 · 1 uur 33 min
This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team discusses not the best lens, not the best-selling lens, but the coolest lens available in every mirrorless mount. Lees meer
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
13:00 - Fujifilm is having two Fujikina events in Copenhagen and Warsaw
14:45 - GoPro is hyping the heck out of its upcoming camera
22:43 - This Thypoch AI camera might note be a joke
26:43 - OM Digital bought majority ownership from JIP
31:39 - The Artemis team is using the Nikon D5 and one Z9
41:31 - The coolest lens in every mirrorless mount (Leica M, Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Leica L, Micro Four Thirds, and Fuj…
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Memory Card Shortage, DNG is the Standard, and the Return of the PEN?!
1 april 2026 · 1 uur 32 min
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This week was a doozie, with Sony cutting its memory card business back in the wake of the flash memory shortage, OM System looks like they might bring back the PEN, and the DNG is now the officially recognized standard for RAW files.
Plus, after a year of using an absolute ton of very affordable, third-party lenses, Chris and Jordan have some thoughts on what you should look out for if you're tempted by their low, low prices.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
08:10 - New LIMITED EDITION PetaPixel Merch drop! https://harperfinch.co/collections/petapixel
11:38 - Sony shut down nearly its entire memory card business due to flash shortage: https://petapixel.c…
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L-Mount May Never Get a Wildlife Camera
25 maart 2026 · 1 uur 33 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider discuss Panasonic's response to its plans for L-mount. While the company is working on a successor to the S1H series, it isn't very interested in trying to compete with Nikon, Canon, and Sony on the sports, action, and wildlife front.
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h2>In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
13:22 - DJI sues Insta360 in Chinese court
17:47 - Panasonic's ZS300 is the ZS200 without an EVF
23:46 - Fujifilm photographers have picked their favorite dream lens
27:05- The compact camera collapse was …
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The Canon 5D IV Isn't Dead (Yet) and Could Your Nikon Suddenly Fail?!
18 maart 2026 · 1 uur 40 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the Canon 5D Mark IV is going on 10 years old, but it's still kicking – at least in some territories, some Nikon cameras might just stop working (but there is a fix)!
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Welcome to Chelsea!
10:39 - Sigma might finally be making progress with full-frame foveon
17:11 - Nikon Issues Advisory: Some Z6 III, Z5 II, and ZR Have a Hardware Problem
19:39 - The Canon 5D Mark IV isn't dead yet
23:08 - Apple has acquired MotionVFX
25:30 - Adobe's CEO is out after 18 years
28:10 - The M5 Max is really good
32:42 - Fujifilm GFX isn't popular enough for Sigma to invest in m…
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Samsung's Phones Aren't Exciting... But Does That Matter?
11 maart 2026 · 1 uur 34 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by mobile expert Ted Kritsonis who shares his opinion on why Samsung might be afraid to take risks with its smartphone hardware and, more importantly, why it doesn't seem to matter how far behind Chinese brands its devices are.
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00:00 - Intro w/ mobile specialist Ted Kritsonis
11:10 - Apple finally replaced the Pro Display XDR and it's pretty good
18:37 - Apple announced a new MacBook Pro Powered by M5 Max
22:04 - Peak Design has a bunch…
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What Is Going On With Canon's Very Weird, Surprise Camera?
2 maart 2026 · 1 uur 11 min
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This past week was a doozy in the world of photography, thanks to the CP+ show in Yokohama, Japan, happening at the same time that Samsung announced a new smartphone and Xiaomi brought its 17 Ultra worldwide. But perhaps more interesting than any of it was the surprise appearance of a new prototype camera from Canon on the show floor: an SLR with a fixed, manual focus lens and a top-down, waist-level viewfinder. Oh, and it comes in two flavors. What is Canon thinking with this one?
In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro
08:11 - The Xiaomi 17 Ultra gets a lot right: TBD
13:09 - How does Samsung's offering look?
20:01- You need a dongle to use iOS with Tamron Link
23:40 - DJI is suing the FCC
24:46 - Zeiss announced a 35mm Otus
27:52 - Sigma has a new 35mm f/1.4 Art
29:54 - Sigma supports APS-C with a 15mm f/1.4
31:38 - Sigma will make an 85mm f/1.2
35:08 - Sigma is a farming company now
38:12 - Megadap adapter let you mount M to Canon RF with autofocus
39:52- Nik…
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The World's BIGGEST Photo Show and Galaxy Unpacked Are Both Next Week
19 februari 2026 · 1 uur 37 min
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Next week starts a string of important product launch windows. First up is Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, followed nearly immediately after by the CP+ show in Japan. But it doesn't end there, because the following week is Mobile World Congress. It's a busy time!
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro (happy lunar new year!)
14:33 - Let's talk about the 14mm f/1.4L and astro
16:25 - AI has made digital photography way more expensive
22:40 - Ricoh gives all GR IV models the Monochrome's electronic shutter
25:08 - Insta360…
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Are Lenses ACTUALLY More Expensive Now?
11 februari 2026 · 1 uur 37 min
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A few weeks ago, Jordan Drake challenged Chris Niccolls and Jaron Schneider's historical camera pricing knowledge with a test: are cameras actually more expensive now than they were 10 or more years ago? The answer was mostly no, but it got them thinking... was the same the case for lenses?
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In This Episode:
00:00 - A very jetlagged intro
14:52 - Despite Nikon's lawsuit, Viltrox says it isn't adjusting its product roadmap plans
17:12 - OM System's new camera is an astro-focused OM-3
21:43 - Zeiss Aatma T1.5 primes are small, fast, and extremely expensive
25:29 - Nikon posts huge losses
27:59 - Fujifilm had record-high profits and Canon's camera business grew, too
30:46 - Viltrox's first L-mount lens is the 16mm f/1.8
31:57 - Canon announced two new wide-angle lenses
37:20 - Canon's new limited edition G7 X mark III looks great, but you'll probably never own one
40:15 - Ricoh Pentax is releasing a limited edition camera strap made from recycled train seats
42:59 - Are lenses actually more expensive now?
1:03:50 - What have you been up to?
1:08:30 - …
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Nikon is Suing Viltrox
28 januari 2026 · 1 uur 28 min
We would like to thank this week's PetaPixel Podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM. They have been a big supporter of PetaPixel over the years and we were lucky enough to recently get the chance to travel to Costa Rica with OM SYSTEM Ambassador and Master Bird Photographer Ben Knoot, and it was an amazing experience. You can watch the episode on our YouTube channel. Lees meer
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Grand Prize: OM-3 or OM-5 Camera Kit + WANDRD camera bag
How to Enter:Post your best street or travel photo on Instagram (must be a NEW post)Use hashtag #TravelWithOMSYSTEMTag @omsystem.camerasComplete your entry hereDeadline: February 16th Winners Announced: March 2nd
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Last week, we found out that the Z-mount might not be quite as open as we previously thought because Nikon is suing Viltrox. While right now it could be as simple as seeking royalties for using the mount, it could also just as easily end up being a similar situation to Canon, who runs a closed mount.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro (and Chris's favorite bird photos from Costa Rica)
17:43 - Leica is reportedly considering a sale: https://petapixel.com/2026/01/26/leica-camera-considering-selling-a-majority-stake-for-1-2-billion-report/
21:59 - TTArtisan chose a unique color scheme for this lens: https://petapixel.com/2026/01/23/this-might-be-the-ugliest-lens-ive-ever-seen/
25:25 - Ektar and Tri-X join Kodak…
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Are Cameras ACTUALLY More expensive now?
20 januari 2026 · 1 uur 31 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team is in New York City and spends time chatting in different hotel rooms together! The big topic that has been on everyone's mind lately is pricing, and the idea that photography has become too expensive. Jordan thought it might be worth checking to see if that's really the case, and quizzes Chris and Jaron on if modern cameras really are pricier than they were just a few years ago.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro from New York City hotel rooms!
10:08 - Evoto messed up big
14:54 - The "Await" camera is trying to mimic the experience of film
21:17 - The Sony a7 V is killing it in Japan
24:30 - Thypoch's new lens is based on 1970s cinema optics
27:59 - Let's talk one more time about the GR IV Monochrome's price
34:39 - Are cameras actually more expensive now?
57:35 - What have you been up to?
1:03:50 - Tech support
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Chris REALLY Likes the Instax Mini Evo Cinema... but Sarah Isn't Sold
14 januari 2026 · 1 uur 21 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider are joined by Sarah Teng to talk about the Instax Mini Evo Cinema. And, in a weird bizzaro world twist, it's Chris who has to convince Sarah that it's great. She's not sold, but Chris absolutely loves this weirdo video/printer/instant camera hybrid.
Also, the Ricoh GR IV Monochrome finally has a price and release date, but it's a lot more expensive than the base model. Apple launched a new suite of creative apps called the Creator Studio, Adorama was literally giving X half cameras away, and you can get a GoPro-branded laptop for some reason.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro, and Sarah Teng is back!
12:11 - The Ricoh GR Monochrome costs $700 more than the base model
16:32 - Fujifilm is releasing an all-white X half in China
17:52 - Meanwhile, Adorama is literally giving X halfs away
20:33 - Pentax isn't sure how to make the DSLR popular again
26:43 - You can get a GoPro laptop, if you're into that
30:56 - Nikon's 24-105mm f/4-7.1…
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The Annual Airing of Grievances [Bonus Episode]
24 december 2025 · 1 uur 32 min
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Surprise! The PetaPixel Podcast team got together one more time for the true Season 4 finale! Grab a glass of eggnog, don your Santa hats, and pull the pole out from the crawlspace, because it's time for the annual airing of grievances!
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In This Episode
00:00 - Intro (Your most vivid Christmas memory)
13:53 - DJI drones have been banned in the US
16:30 - Fujifilm to spend nearly $32 million expanding Instax film production
20:18 - Benro's electronics Variable ND filter automatically adjusts its strength
24:56 - Leica made major updates to the SL3 and Q3 series autofocus
2…
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PetaPixel’s Bold Camera Predictions for 2026 (Feat. DPReview's Richard Butler)
17 december 2025 · 1 uur 40 min
The holiday season is here, and the OM SYSTEM Holiday Savings Event continues. Right now, you can save up to $400 on many of the cameras and lenses that OM SYSTEM makes, including the popular travel camera, the OM-3. Lees meer
But that's not all: right now, almost every lens in the M.Zuiko lineup is on sale right now. Whether you're building your first OM SYSTEM kit or adding to an existing collection, there's never been a better time to go light without compromising on image quality. Check out the full lineup at explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer today!
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Now for the fifth year in a row, PetaPixel has gathered its team together to gaze into the future and see the facts, the truths, that will come to pass in the camera industry in 2026. As always, we are prepared to be very wrong.
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In This Episode:
00:00 - Intro (were you naughty or nice this year?)
09:53 - No, Sony did not intentionally brick third-party lenses, Viltrox confirms
13…
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The 2025 PetaPixel Awards
10 december 2025 · 1 uur 34 min
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00:00 - Intro
08:03 - Affinity sees 3M downloads in 33 days
12:02 - Martin Parr passed away
14:06 - This photographer built his own medium format rangefinder (and so can you)
17:05 - Tamron 150-500mm firmware update
20:13 - Crucial SSDs are no more
22:55 - The Antigravity A1 is now available
25:55 - Green lenses are beautiful
28:16 - The 2025 PetaPixel Awards
29:26 - Accessory of the Year
24:55 - Software of the Year
37:47 - Workstation of the Year
42:48 - Smartphone of the Year
48:25 - Zoom Lens of the Year
52:12 - Prime Lens of the Year
56:43 - People's Choice Award: Camera of the Year
1:00:35 - Camera of the Year
1:07:09 - Photo Company of the Year
1:07:38 - Technology Innovation of the Year
1:09:19 - What have you been up to?
1:16:43 - Tech Support
1:31:57 - Feel Good Story of the Week
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Grading Every Camera Maker: 2025 FINAL Review (Feat. Gordon Laing)
3 december 2025 · 1 uur 42 min
Do you ever get tired of manually searching for, organizing, and culling your images? We do, too - and that’s where Excire can help! Excire’s photo-management software harnesses AI to make tedious tasks 10x faster, easier, and more fun. To purchase an Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit http://www.excire.com/en/shop! Lees meer
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In July, The PetaPixel Podcast team was joined by Camera Labs' Gordon Laing to give mid-term grades to every major camera and lens manufacturer. Now that the year has ended, it’s time for them all to get graded on their finals in this annual tradition!
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In This Episode
00:00 - Intro
08:26 - You can now edit 32K video in Resolve
10:29 - Sony's new smartphone sensor promises 17 stops of DR
12:39 - Thypoch's new Eurka 28mm f/2.8 is inspired by another cool, obscure lens
16:0…
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'The Stringer' Stands to Destroy the Reputation of Nick Ut and the AP
26 november 2025 · 1 uur 34 min
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In This Episode
00:00 - Intro
08:37 - The Kodak Snapic A1 is a $99 film camera with a double exposure switch
11:06 - The AP has switched to DaVinci Resolve
12:29 - Arri closed two facilities dedicated to lighting
16:12 - Leica's M EV1 is finally available in the US after delays due to the government shutdown
17:15 - Q3 Monochrom was announced
22:41 - Lumix significantly improved S1 II and S1R II record times
25:27 - Laowa made a new half-macro tilt shift lens
28:36 - Fujifilm teamed up with a Japanese artist for a…
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The Gear We Used Every Day of 2025
19 november 2025 · 1 uur 38 min
The holiday season is here, and so is OM SYSTEM’s Black Friday pricing. Right now, you can save up to $400 on many of the cameras and lenses that they make. Lees meer
The OM-1 Mark II, their professional powerhouse perfect for bird and wildlife photography, with blazing-fast autofocus and class-leading stabilization, is $400 off. For those looking for an even lighter all-around travel kit, the OM-3 and M.Zuiko 12-45mm F4.0 PRO package is only $2099.99. And if you’re looking to upgrade your glass, you’ll find big savings on almost al M.Zuikol lenses.
Check out the full lineup at explore.omsystem.com/petapixel and take your photography to the next level without breaking the bank.
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The PetaPixel team uses different cameras and lenses every day as part of our job but behind the scenes, we carry around a few pieces of mainstay gear that we just can't live without. This week, The PetaPixel Podcast team reveals the equipment they've been carrying this year that keeps the wheels of journalism turning.
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In This Episode
00:00 - Intro; Chris and Jordan are working a shift at the Camera Store Next Week!
12:25 - We just got the best look yet at Jeff Bridges' WideluxX project
15:10 - ARRI is trying to mimic film with a digital plugin
18:11 - Fujifilm released the film simulation LUTS it promised
20:49 - Light Lens Lab has recreated the Leica Summilux 35mm f/1.4
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We Drafted Our Dream Camera Teams! Feat. David Imel & Jeremy Gray
5 november 2025 · 1 uur 28 min
DxO is offering PetaPixel Podcast listeners 20% off any DxO software, including Nik Collection 8, by using the code ‘PetaPixel’ at checkout. If you’re a Photoshop user looking to elevate your color grading and creative editing, Nik Collection 8’s redesigned UXP panel, enhanced masking capabilities, and non-destructive Smart Object workflow make it a game-changer. Create your own non-destructive workflow in Photoshop, Lightroom Classic and DxO’s own powerful PhotoLab 9, that will transform simple captures into compelling, professional-grade photographs. Lees meer
Head over to dxo.com and check out Nik Collection 8. Use code ‘PetaPixel’ to save 20%!
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by photographer David Imel and PetaPixel's Jeremy Gray for a unique challenge: who can draft the best fantasy camera team? Based loosely on fantasy football rules, all five must create a dream team based on eight categories.
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In This Episode
00:00 - Intro
11:55 - Affinity went the DaVinci Resolve route, and is now free
13:50 - Lightroom Classic's updates are an example of what AI should be doing
17:08 - Sony is the first company to authenticate video files
19:35 - The LemurStrap is an innovative approach to camera carry
21:50 - A photographer has decided to make anamorphic M-mount lenses
24:44- Moment's new line of ultra-light camera bags have some innova…
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Looking Back on Sigma's MONSTER 2025 (Plus TWO Cameras Launched?!)
24 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 3 min
With a PetaPixel Membership, not only can you support original PetaPixel reporting and in-depth reviews, but you can also remove ads from the website and gain access to some seriously great perks, too. Members get $15 off the Moment Store, 25% off the PetaPixel Merch Store, 5% off certified pre-owned gear from KEH, and now can download full-resolution RAW files and JPEGs from the latest cameras and lenses. Join today! It costs just $3 per month or $30 per year. Lees meer
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider come to you from Sigma's headquarters in Tokyo, Japan to talk with Sigma President Kazuto Yamaki to dissect what has been an enormous year of launches for the brand. Yamaki discusses the changing economic climate, the reception to the BF, and he even answers a really dumb question about an improbable lens from a video game.
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In This Episode
00:00 - Intro from Tokyo!
07:31 - Panasonic has a new gold S9
10:01 - Nikon gives APS-C photographers a welcome boost
13:56 - Apple’s M5 MacBook Pro is really well balanced for the price
16:35 - Jordan is very mixed on the Canon C50
21:10 - Fujifilm didn’t change much on the X-T30 III, but could they really even? (and Jaron was WRONG)
27:09 - The Leica M EV1 will be polarizing
32:35 - Tamron’s 25-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 Is Here and Costs $899
35:30 - Ricoh is making a dedicated monochrome GR IV
37:36 - Sigma Delays AF Cine 28-45mm T2 FF Due to Overwhelming Demand
38:45 - Looking back at Sigma's monster year with Pr…
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Podcasting From the GR Space in Brisbane, Australia!
10 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 17 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Jordan Drake dials in remotely as Chris Niccolls and Jaron Schneider come to you from Brisbane, Australia. Ricoh has opened only its fourth-ever GR Space, and they were there to see the ribbon cut. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/
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In This Episode
00:00 - Intro from the GR Space in Brisbane
07:23 - Australia!
10:50 - Tamron's G2 trinity on Z mount is complete
15:28 - You can download and use other people's OM System recipes
18:59 - Nikon says the ZR is good enough to fill two camera line segments by itself
23:06 - Affinity stops selling software ahead of "big changes" coming in October
24:56 - Nikon's original Z-mount 24-70mm f/2.8 is discontinued?
27:10 - CIPA data shows "summer slump" worse this year
30:10 - Caira is an "AI-Native" Micro Four Thirds camera with Gen AI built in
37:45 - Blackmagic RAW is coming to Sony
39:27 - Fujifilm did make actual changes to the Eterna 55 sensor
42:05 - Is Jaron right or is he wrong?
52:17 - What have you been up to?
56:40 - Tech support
1:13:08 - Feel good story of the week
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Huge Week of Sony, Nikon, Kodak News, Plus our Favorite Tripods of 2025!
2 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 36 min
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team is back to go over a ton of news from Sony, Nikon, Fujifilm, Lumix, and more as well as discuss their favorite tripods of 2025 (and one they didn't like as much).
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In This Episode
00:00 - Intro (our traumatic tripod stories)14:24 - Sony has a new 100mm f/2.8 Macro17:23 - You can trick the iPhone 17 Pro into recording open gate RAW internally20:34 - Sony's new global shutter sensor shoots 105MP at 100FPS24:00 - The Analogue aF-1 is a brand-new autofocus film camera27:25 - CreativeLive is shutting down30:11 - Nikon says the ZR can record for over 2 hours without overheating34:36 - Zeiss Loxia lenses are officially discontinued37:18 - Fujifilm is going to make more cinema cameras39:35 - Lumix 100-500mm is the system's first ultra tele zoom45:23 - Chris and Jaron are going to Brisbane for GR Space!46:40 - Kodacolor 100 and 200 just launched today: https://petapixel.com/2025/09/30/kodacolor-100-is-a-new-film-from-eastman-kodak-arriving-this-week/51:45 - Sony cameras and lenses got another price hike in the US53:05 - Our favorite tripods in 2025 (and one not so favorite)1:12:52 - What have you been up to?1:19:18 - About the compact camera video... and how we're going to do another one1:20:30 - Tech support 1:30:34 - …
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Can the Canon C50 or Nikon ZR Unseat the Sony FX3?
17 september 2025 · 1 uur 30 min
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This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, Jordan Drake and I are without Chris Niccolls who is on assignment in Japan. That's okay though, because this past week was huge in the video and broadcasting space with the launch of the Canon C50 and the Nikon ZR.
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00:00 - Intro
13:55 - PetaPixel is now on Apple News (correctly!)
15:57 - Canon C50 is the smallest and lightest Canon Cinema camera
20:46 - Nikon ZR is the first collaboration camera with RED
24:59 - RED V-Raptor XE is half the price of the V-Raptor X
26:41 - The Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55 costs $16,500: https://petapixel.com/2025/09/10/fujifilms-cinema-camera-is-called-the-gfx-eterna-55-will-cost-16500/
31:19 - Pixboom Spark shoots 4K at 1,000 FPS
35:42 - Nikon is developing dedicated cinema lenses
39:36 - Leitz announced a set of cine lenses for mirrorless cameras
42:19 - Blackmagic made a super-powered dock for iPhone filmmaking
45:04 - Canon C50 vs Nikon ZR vs Sony FX3
47:47 - What's the deal (or lack thereof) with open gate?
52:19 - Does rolling shutter on the Eterna 55 actuall…
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What We're MOST Excited About with Apple's iPhone 17! Feat. Tyler Stalman
12 september 2025 · 1 uur 32 min
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In this episode, we're talking about our experience making a documentary film in Alaska (with more stories that didn't make it into our BTS video) as well as a conversation with director of photography Oren Soffer on why someone would even be interested in the Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55. Then, Chris and Jordan are joined by Tyler Stalman at Apple Park to talk about the new iPhone and why this year's models actually have them excited (spoiler: it's because there are hardware updates).
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The Best Cameras for Wildlife Photography, Ranked!
3 september 2025 · 1 uur 36 min
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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team (mainly Chris Niccolls) takes a look at every camera brand that supports wildlife and birding and asks which one of their cameras is the top pick and which one is the best overall. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/
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In This Episode
00:00 - Intro
11:34 - Canon teased a new cinema camera
16:06 - Global market share numbers show how lopsided camera sales are
24:46 - Nikon Z6 III firmware adds Bird AF, auto capture, and C2PA
27:36 - Viltrox joined the L-mount alliance
30:14 - Viltrox 56mm f/1.2 Pro for Fujifilm is less than $600
32:30 - DJI announced the Mic 3
36:08 - Sigma is changing the price, availability, and name of the 14mm f/1.4 Art due to production shortages: https://petapixel.com/2025/09/02/sigma-changes-14mm-f-1-4-arts-design-availability-and-price-to-address-production-woes/
39:29 - Which camera brand best serves wildlife photographers?
1:07:58 - What have you been up to?
1:14:14 - Tech Support/Never Read the Comments
1:33:11 - Feel good story of the week
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Hasselblad Has a Winner, and Did We NEED the GR IV?
29 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 31 min
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This week on the PetaPixel podcast, the team discusses the Hasselblad X2D II 100C and the Ricoh GR IV. Two very different cameras, but both have their merits. But while the Hasselblad actually came down in price compared to its predecessor, the opposite is true of the GR IV. So, was it worth it?
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In This Episode
00:00 - Intro
12:30 - Abode is dead
16:18 - Kodak says it has no plans to go out of business despite "substantial doubt" it can pay it debts.
20:11- Yashica is trying again with a City 300
21:42 - Arri is considering selling
26:19 - Antigravity from Insta360 is an immersive drone with a unique controller
29:58 - Canon got its camera placed in one of the world's most popular anime
34:12 - Sigma announced two new lenses: a 12mm f/1.4 and a 200mm f/2
37:56 - Fujifilm will raise its prices again because of increased tariffs
1:14:10 - What have you been up to?
1:17:08 - Tech Support