The Camera Gear Podcast

We take a look at some Sony news and rumors this week, with a possible FX5 cinema camera on the horizon as well as a new bridge camera that we wish had an even larger zoom range. Also, Fuji might have a new film simulation on the way, which has Lucas wondering what camera he’s going to have to buy to get access to it. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per mo...

We consider a fun purchasing challenge this week as we try to figure out what affordable travel camera one of our friends should buy for his son in preparation for an upcoming trip. Also, we strategize about how to stop the epidemic of people posting ungraded log footage on social media. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show...

We had the chance to take a PYXIS 12K for a spin and share our hands-on perspective and findings about this camera in particular and cinema cameras in general. We were surprised by a few of our findings, and we’re left with the question: is this our next camera purchase? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can...

We take a closer look at Canon’s new R6V and debate how it compares to the R6 III, C50, and Nikon ZR. Is this a promising new vlog camera, or just a less photo-capable R6 III? Also, the Cinelux SIXTEEN brings a new meaning to the phrase “hybrid camera”. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here:...

It’s an exciting day for travel cameras, with Panasonic releasing the new compact Lumix L10, and Camp Snap dropping an exciting new updated version. We take a look at both of these new cameras and debate whether we’d pick either of these as our next travel camera. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check i...

Sony has announced the a7R VI and we take a look at this latest entrant in their high-resolution camera line. Is it a worthwhile upgrade over the a7R V, and is it a true hybrid camera or really only for photography? We debate the answers to these questions throughout our discussion. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show runni...

We got the chance to test the new Insta360 Mic Pro wireless lav system, and go deep on all of the features and our experiences using this new mic. Also, is it worth using a phone app to check white balance in the field? Note: Insta360 sent us the Mic Pro for review prior to the product launch. Insta360 did not have any editorial control over the contents of this episode and did not have the opport...

This episode is all about lenses, including cine primes, new anamorphic options, and some crazy cine superzooms. Plus, we acquired a new set of lenses of our own. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast If you prefer to make a one-time donation, you c...

We look into the world of 3D printed cameras and explore the various options for printing our own medium-format film camera. Also, the Smartflex LF 4x5 camera caught our eye again, and it looks like an even larger version may be on the way. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www....

We discuss our favorite finds at the NAB show related to broadcast gear and lighting. From robotic cameras to pocket-size smoke machines, there was plenty to see. Also, Lucas resurrects an old point-and-shoot camera. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpo...

Freshly back from NAB 2026, we talk about our experience at the show and the products we found most exciting. We’ll be going deep on many of the products at the show in future weeks, but we hit the highlights in this episode. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cam...

As the NAB announcements start flowing in, we look at Blackmagic’s latest features in DaVinci Resolve, as well as some of their other new offerings such as Fairlight Live. Also, GoPro seems to be trying to move into a higher tier of cameras with the Mission 1 series, but is it a good move? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the sho...

We take a look at a new digital APS-C sensor that is made to fit into film cameras, a legendary Leica lens from a legendary designer, and the DJI Avata 360 drone in this wide-ranging episode that spans the gamut of Camera Gear Podcast topics. Also, why are there no Z-mount ultrawide zooms from Nikon? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us k...

We go deep on how Canon designs its sensors, to try to answer the question of how they’re able to achieve so much speed without a stacked sensor design. Also, we rewind time a few years to look at the Light L16, which is one of the weirdest looking cameras we’ve ever seen. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You ca...

Fujifilm recently ran a survey about possible new X-mount lenses, and we debate the results to decide which of these lenses we’re most interested in. Then, we take a look at a fascinating camera from 2014 with a strange feature allowing you to refocus after taking a photo. Was the Lytro Illum ahead of its time, or solving the wrong problem? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patre...

We take a look at the Nikon D2Hs, which had an unusual sensor design that we’d never seen before. Also, Canon released a list of their favorite compact cameras, which shockingly are all made by them. Finally, a new Kickstarter gives you the opportunity to buy a camera for your camera. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show run...

Designing a wireless camera rig for livestreams has some unique challenges, and we consider the various camera and lens options to find the most viable choices. Also, iPhones are starting to be used more and more in Hollywood filmmaking, but is it a publicity stunt or a legitimate camera choice? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep t...

We cover the new gear announced at the CP+ show, including new Sigma lenses, the Ninja RAW monitor, and more. Also, what’s with Canon’s weird SLR prototype camera, and will it turn into a real product? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast If you pr...

The Fujifilm GFX Eterna has gotten into the hands of the first reviewers, and we dig into the early results. Also, Daniel describes his new Lumix S1 II rig for shooting video. Finally, should camera companies start making left-handed cameras?  If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://w...

We dig into how you should set your ISO to minimize sensor noise in your photos and video. Also, IMAX released a new camera with some significant upgrades, and Nikon might be suing Viltrox for making Z-mount lenses? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpod...

Daniel buys a new camera, shocking everyone, and Blackmagic has issued a recall for the Pyxis 12K sensor board. Also, Apple released a suite of their “creative” apps, and what was with the Google Clips camera? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast I...

We dream about 2026 and what we hope to see for new camera releases, as well as our personal plans for new gear purchases and projects we’re hoping to work on. Also, are the scattered reports of issues with the Blackmagic Pyxis 12K cause for concern? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: ht...

Lucas goes shopping for a telephoto lens for his Fuji cameras, so we dig into the options and consider which one is going to give him the best shot of capturing wildlife shots for an upcoming trip. Also, apparently Leica is getting back into the camera sensor design game, and we’re curious to see what they’ve got cooking. Finally, we go through some listener feedback about Pentax and consider what...

In this vibe cam-centric episode, we look at the Lomo MC-A film camera as well as the recently announced Fuji Instax Mini Evo Cinema video camera, and give some hands-on thoughts on the Camp Snap Pro and Kodak Charmera. The biggest question on our minds is: does every new camera need an Eras dial? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep...

We dream about what Fuji might do in their next generation of flagship cameras such as the X-T6 and X-H3S, and take a look at the Camp Snap Pro, a slightly upscale version of Camp Snap’s first digital disposable-like camera.  If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cam...