The Camera Life

Chris Hopkins is a freelance photojournalist based in Melbourne, Australia. Chris’ work is an examination of the effects of systemic and embedded societal inhumanity that is not often covered in mainstream media. His intention – to bring these human rights issues to the forefront of public awareness – is to ‘use photography to show intimate commonalities despite our differences, to create empathy...

In this week’s episode of The Random Photography Show , the team dives into gear talk, including Greg’s hands-on impressions of the Fujifilm X-M5 and Justin’s fresh Canon RF lens haul. They unpack Canon’s shift to robotic lens production, Fuji’s IR camera quirks, and the reality of software lens corrections. Plus, they review breathtaking listener images and share a spontaneous look at the Sony Wo...

In this inspiring episode, landscape photographer Dean Cooper shares his 25-year journey from film to digital, building a sustainable photography business. Hear how he sells prints, postcards, runs workshops, teaches printing, and offers gear advice. Learn valuable tips on composition, color calibration, and gear selection—plus a wild road trip story! Perfect for photographers looking to turn pass...

In this episode, street photographer John St shares his candid experience reviewing the Fujifilm GFX100RF. From first contact via Instagram DMs to delivering a massive marketing project, John discusses the highs and challenges of working with Fujifilm. The crew dives deep into the camera’s pros and cons, marketing features like aspect ratios and lack of IBIS, and the ethics of candid street photog...

Freelance photographer Nathan Coote joins the show to discuss his journey from shy student to confident documentarian. He shares stories from road trips through Australia's outback, photographing protests, silo murals, and everyday life. Nathan opens up about his long-running “19 to 19” photo series, shooting school portraits for a living, and finding inspiration in op shop photo books. This episo...

In this show we are joined by Samantha Ohlsen who is a Syndey based wedding photographer who has spent 4 years trying to bring her passion project to life.   It's a 750 page comprehensive photography guide book to the Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Australia. The book is now complete but Samantha needs to raise the funds to do a full print run of the books, to do this she has launched a Kickstarter...

Today's interview is with motorsport photographer Andrew Hall. He is also the Application Training Manager and Technical Projects Manager for Fujifilm Australia. With over 40 years of experience as a professional photographer Andrew has enjoyed an award winning career in a wide range of photographic genres from the high speed world of Motorsport to Landscapes and Specialist portraiture. Based in S...

Matt Krumins and our own Greg Cromie have both had their hands on the brand new Fujifilm GFX100RF. In tonights episode of The Random Photography Show the boys talk about this new beast of a camera, and whether it's strengths outweigh some weaknesses. To put another spin on things, today Greg walked into a camera shop and bought the cheapest used camera they had! If you are close to Melbourne join...

Today Justin, Jim and Greg discuss the latest lighter lens offerings from Canon and Nikon. Will Justin and Jim sell off some of their pro series lenses to downsize the camera kit? If so, how much quality are they sacrificing? =========================================== THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST =========================================== ➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-...

In this episode of the Camera Life Podcast, Jim and Greg hold down the fort while Justin reports in from a mountain bike shoot. They dive deep into staying motivated as professional photographers, share editing and shooting insights from recent weddings, and review the new Fujifilm GFX100. Justin and guest Will also join live to chat gear and light. Plus, there's plenty of laughs, Lucky Straps ban...

See Greg's full review of the Fujifilm GFX100RF over at ShotKit.com https://shotkit.com/fujifilm-gfx100rf-review/   =========================================== THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST =========================================== ➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life ➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life   ➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podc...

In this episode of The Camera Life Podcast , Justin sits down with seasoned photographer Glynn Lavender to discuss the power of people photography, ethical street shooting, and why gear doesn’t make the photographer. Glynn shares insights from decades of experience, including his unique approach to capturing travel portraits, why he doesn’t care about his own photos, and tips for those planning a...

Check out Matt Palmer's new photography critique service Photo Kaizen https://photokaizen.co/   =========================================== THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST =========================================== ➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life ➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life   ➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast ➡Spotify: https:...

Recently returning from being the principal photographer for the Vada Space capsule re entry. Will is an award winning nightscape astrophotographer from South Australia. His work has been featured by Australian Geographic, and NASA. Godward travels the Australian landscape, capturing famous landscape locations except at night. Encompassing the Milkyway Galaxy and other astronomical objects or even...

Featuring special guest Denis Smith aka The Ball of Light! In this episode, Denis Smith returns to share his latest adventures, from photographing Porsches in Dubai to his unique light painting techniques. The team also dives into a wild wedding pool party that put the Canon R5 II to the ultimate test. Plus, is the Leica Q3 worth its price? And what’s the deal with the rumored Fuji medium format f...

In this episode of The Camera Life Podcast , we chat with renowned stills photographer Matt Nettheim. From capturing iconic behind-the-scenes moments on Hot Fuzz and Rabbit Proof Fence to his transition from film to digital, Matt shares incredible insights into cinema photography. We explore his passion for portrait work, community projects, and his unexpected journey into yoga and basket weaving....

News, viking hats, and controversial opinions with special guest Greg Carrick. Check out Greg's Youtube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/@UChx_abrllWvkBE6B5-2FPyw   =========================================== THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST =========================================== ➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life ➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life   ➡I...

Brent Lukey (he/him) is a freelance professional photographer and visual artist. He regularly photographs portraits of artists and creatives. His work has been a finalist in the Olive Cotton Award, Moran Photographic Prize, Perc Tucker Photographic Portrait Prize, and the Australian Photography Awards (documentary).He works from a studio in Southbank, Naarm/Melbourne. "I've got plenty to say about...

Recorded Live Monday 24th Feb 2025  Every Monday night we will go live with some of the most fun photographers around to talk about anything and everything related to cameras and making images. News, reviews, rants, bad jokes and image critiques, it's all on the table! Tonight we've got the OG crew back together along with Greg, it's the first time all 4 of us are on the podcast at the same time!...

Award-winning photographer Alex Frayne joins The Camera Life Podcast to discuss his career, from shooting 8mm film as a child to documenting the decline of America in his latest project. Alex shares insights on developing film at home, curating photo books, and why he prefers retro photography gear. Plus, hear his thoughts on photography culture in Australia vs. the US, surveillance in modern soci...

The Random Photography Show Live with Cam and Brendan from the Down South Photo Show. Down South Photo Show Website: https://dsps.com.au/ Their Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3YVCi6GiIX6rBzmy9C4SDg Their IG https://www.instagram.com/downsouthphotoshow/ Cam's Workshops https://www.camblakephotography.com.au Brendan's Camera Store https://www.cameraandphoto.com.au/ Every Monday ni...

2022, 2023 and 2024 Australian Landscape Photographer of the Year. Mieke Boynton is a specialist landscape and aerial photographer who has travelled the world but has now returned home to the beautiful Alpine Valleys of North-East Victoria. Mieke's distinctive abstracts are taken from chartered helicopters and light planes, flying over some of the most remote and fascinating areas of Australia, Ic...

This is the first episode of our new live weekly show, The Random Photography Show. Every Monday night we will go live with some of the most fun photographers around to talk about anything and everything related to cameras and making images. News, reviews, rants, bad jokes and image critiques, it's all on the table! For our first episode and also episode 50 we've got the OG crew back together with...

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On this special episode of The Camera Life we are joined by Charlie Blevins of Fujifilm Australia. He is going to tell us all about the upcoming Creator Summit which will be held at Luna Park in Sydney on Feb 22-23 of 2025. More information and tickets:  https://fujifilm-houseofphotography.com.au/products/creator-summit =========================================== THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPH...