The Photography Enthusiast Podcast

You constantly hear that smartphones are going to kill the camera market but is this true? In this episode I look at the advantages of each system and if ILC's days are numbered. Timestamps: What I’ve been up to – 00:50 News Topics – 05:02 Main topic – 12:47 Links: Ricoh Launches the Pentax K3 Mark III Sony launches the A7RIVa and A7RIIIa Rokinon Launches 24mm f/1.8 Canon discontinuous large range...

Canon, Nikon and Sony have all come a long way over the years but there's always room for improvement. In this episode I discuss areas of improvement I'd like to see the big 3 camera makers take. Timestamps: What I’ve been up to – 00:40 News Topics – 06:41 Main topic – 15:32 Links: Sony Unveils the 50mm f/1.2 G-Master Sony 24mm f/2.8, 40mm f/2.5, and 50mm f/2.5 Review Nikon Plans for Profitability...

No matter where and how we post, image theft is a possible risk we face as photographers. In this episode I some possible ways to prevent this and if it is even worth spending your time on. Timestamps: What I’ve been up to – 00:35 News Topics – 02:23 Main topic – 13:15 Links: BCN+R Has Published Camera Sales Trends Report 500px Relaunches Portfolios Twitter is Testing Full-Size Images Nikon Announ...

Upgrading your camera gear often can seem costly and not needed but it can also save you money. In this episode I discuss why I upgrade regularly and how it saves me money. Timestamps: What I’ve been up to – 00:33 News Topics – 04:55 Main topic – 12:55 Links: Panasonic Unveils Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Firmware Update Will Improve Eye AF Sigma Launches 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens Used M...

We all have different interests outside of Photography and in this episode I discuss how or if they influence the genres of Photography we choose. Timestamps: News stories (links below) – 00:40 The future of photo sharing sites - 08:50 Links: Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM delayed Kickstarter Battery Scam Photographers robbed in traffic You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure t...

In this episode I discuss the new Sony Alpha A1 announcement and if bokeh really is a crutch in Photography like some people say. Timestamps: What I've been up to – 00:40 News stories (links below) – 06:21 The future of photo sharing sites - 16:32 Links: Nikon to Focus on Mirrorless as It Anticipates Historic Why We Shouldn’t View Our Hobby of Photography as a Competition Sony Unveils the Alpha 1...

Welcome to the first episode of 2021!!! I hope everyone had a safe and happy holiday period. In this episode I discuss what the future of photo sharing sites might hold and what I'd personally like to see. Timestamps: What I've been up to – 01:08 News stories (links below) – 06:15 The future of photo sharing sites - 17:20 Links: Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM officially announced Camera Sales Shrank 40% in...

Happy New Year! It's been nearly 2 weeks since I got my Canon EOS R6 and RF lenses, in this episode I share my first impressions of this gear. Timestamps: What I've been up to – 00:46 Why I switched back to Canon – 02:06 Reflecting on my Photography in 2021 and goals for 2021 - 07:04 Links: Camera Rentals in 2020 Pentax ‘Cannot’ Go Mirrorless Nikon to Stop Making Cameras in Japan Images I've taken...

We've made it to the end of 2020! In this episode I discuss the reason why I decided to sell all my Sony gear and switch back to Canon. I also reflect on my photography in 2020 and photography goals for 2021. Timestamps: What I've been up to – 01:16 Why I switched back to Canon – 05:20 Reflecting on my Photography in 2021 and goals for 2021 - 14:54 If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscri...

Each photographer has a different use for their camera which means not all features are important to each person. In this episode I discuss which camera features are a must when buying a camera and which I don't really care for. Timestamps: What I've been up to – 00:34 News Topics – 02:24 Main topic - 07:30 Links to the news articles: Viltrox 33mm and 56mm f/1.4 APS-C E-Mount Lenses Tamron Unveils...

When it comes to defining and labelling art, photography often gets the short end of the stick. In this episode I discuss some other forms of art and why photography is definitely art. Timestamps: What I've been up to – 00:42 News Topics – 04:01 Main topic - 09:22 Links to the news articles: Tokina Unveils 17-35mm f/4 for Nikon F and Canon EF Tokina Launches 23mm f/1.4 and 33mm f/1.4 for Fujifilm...

In this episode of the TPE Podcast we discuss what the future might hold for APSC with camera sales plummeting more each year. Timestamps: What I've been up to – 00:40 News Topics – 03:01 Main topic - 07:30 Links to the news articles: Canon announce their RF 50mm f/1.8 and 70-200mm f/4 Lenses Panasonic announce their 85mm f/1.8 lens for L Mount 2020 Camera Sales are Plummeting If you enjoyed this...

In this special episode I discuss my review of the Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 in a bit more detail. The full written review including the images I mention can be found here here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below. Website / Youtube / Flickr / Reddit / Pinterest / Twitter You can find me here: Photography Blog / Twitter / Flickr

Over the past few weeks both Lightroom and Photoshop have got some very powerful updates. In this episode I discuss what this might mean for the future of Photography. I also discuss some very early impressions of the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DN Art. Timestamps: What I've been up to – 00:36 News Topics – 03:56 Main topic - 07:00 Links to the news articles: Yongnuo Unveils Full-Frame 35mm f/2 DJI Osmo Pock...

Many photographers may focus on gear such as body and lenses while overlooking some important accessories. In this episode I discuss 6 accessories that every photographer should own.  What I've been up to – 00:36 News Topics – 03:44 Main topic - 08:50 Links to the news articles: Sigma Announce 105mm f/2.8 DN Lens Nikon Z6II and Z7II to be announced New Lightroom Features Coming Soon If you enjoyed...

Every single time I've travelled since starting photography I've had a Full Frame camera with me. In the past few weeks I went on a road trip and used my APSC Canon M5 ONLY which I discuss in this episode.  What I've been up to – 00:40 News Topics – 02:02 Main topic - 07:26 Links to the news articles: Tamron 70-300 Announced for Sony E Mount Sony A7C gets an official anouncement Samyang AF 35mm f/...

Photography is an expensive hobby and we often go for the cheaper option only to end up getting the more expensive one in the end. In this episode I discuss why you're better off getting that better item first and using the Buy Once Cry Once approach. What I've been up to – 00:45 News Topics – 03:58 Main topic - 11:21 Links to the news articles: The Canon R5 has next level weather sealing Nikon to...

I've been using a Mirrorless camera for a few years now and whenever friends ask me what their next upgrade or first camera should be, I always recommend Mirrorless. In this episode I go over my top 5 reasons why you should make a Mirrorless camera your next body. What I've been up to – 00:43 News Topics – 02:15 Main topic - 07:29 Links to the news articles: Panasonic S5 to be announced Sept 2nd A...

In this weeks episode we discuss if switching brands is worth it. I had previously switched from Canon to Sony and with the release of the Canon EOS R6, I'm now tempted to switch back. I cover some scenarios that make sense for switching and why it generally isn't worth it. What I've been up to – 00:57 Sigma 85mm f/1.4 Art DC DN Announced For Sony E Mount and L Mount – 01:53 Main topic - 07:46 Lin...

This we discuss a new body which has been announced by Sony and if photographers need recognition for their work. What I've been up to – 00:36 Sony Alpha A7SIII Announced – 01:46 Main topic - 07:16 Links to the news articles: Sony Alpha A7SIII Announced If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below. Website / Youtube / Flickr / Reddit / Pinterest / Twitte...

In this weeks episode I discuss what could possibly be the biggest photography release of the year, the Canon EOS R5 and R6 bodies. What I've been up to – 00:36 Main topic - 03:25 Links to the news articles: Canon R5 Initial Review by DP Review Canon R6 Initial Review by DP Review If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below. Website / Youtube / Flickr /...

In this weeks episode I discuss my first impressions of the Samyang AF 85mm f.1.4 FE lens and some brief camera industry news updates. What I've been up to – 00:41 News Update – 02:52 Main topic - 05:02 Links to the news articles: Canon has announced a livestream for the 9th of July. Olympus has decided to sell the camera business by the end of the year. Here are my images with the new Samyang len...

In this weeks episode I discuss some exciting new gear I got, some new announcements and exciting updates from Adobe. What I've been up to – 00:38 News Update – 02:49 Main topic - 07:00 Links to the news articles: Tamron 28-200mm Announced Sigma 100-400mm f/5.6-6.3 Mirrorless lens announced Canon EOS R6 rumored Specs Adobe updates If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us a...

One item I find essential to my Cityscapes and landscapes are ND Filters. I thought it would be good to discuss in this episode which type I prefer and why I used them. What I've been up to – 00:31 Camera News – 02:21 Main topic - 03:26 Links to the news articles: Samyang bring their AF 85mm f/1.4 to Canon RF Mount If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations...

Recently my Sony Alpha A7III turned two years old. I wrote a 12 month review for this camera so I thought it would be good to review the Sony Alpha system as a whole for my use What I've been up to – 00:42 Main topic - 02:58 Links to the news articles: My written article on the Sony Alpha Ecosystem If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below. Website /...