The Camera Gear Podcast

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. You can now support us on Patreon! The weekly show will be staying exactly the same, but if you want to contribute to our hosting costs for the podcast, we’d welcome your support. You can check...

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. New announcement: You can now support us on Patreon! The weekly show will be staying exactly the same, but if you want to contribute to our hosting costs for the podcast, we’d welco...

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? New announcement: You can now support us on Patreon! The weekly show will be staying exactly the same, but if you want to contribute to our hosting costs for the podcast, we’d welcome your support. Yo...

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? Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at ca...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Some links below to pr...

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! Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at camerage...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at camerage...

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...

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? Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at...

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? Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Some links below to product sites are aff...

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? Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Some links below to product...

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. Want to send us a question or comm...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Ch...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Some link...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about...

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! Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Some links...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Some...

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? Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn...

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? Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at camer...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Some links below to produ...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com , or email us directly at camerag...

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. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast...