The Camera Gear Podcast

Waterproof Cameras and the Leica SL3-P

We discuss the various options for waterproof cameras and housings to capture our increasing water-based adventures. Also, is Leica’s new SL3-P the SL3 Leica fans have been waiting for, or an unnecessary addition to their lineup?
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Notes:
Leica SL3-P
Leica SL3-P Lab Test [CineD]
DNG is Now an International ISO Standard [CineD]
Insta360 Go 3
OM System Tough TG-7
SeaLife Micro 3.0 Digital Underwater Camera
GoPro Mission 1 Pro

Sony FX5 Rumors

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.
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Notes:
Sony Semiconductor Solutions to Release LOFIC-Equipped CMOS Image Sensor for Mobile Applications
Sony’s First LOFIC Image Sensor Promises Nearly 17 Stops of Dynamic Range [PetaPixel]
Sony’s Next ILME-FX Camera May Be More Than an FX3 Refresh [YM Cinema]
Confirmed: Sony RX10 V to Be Announced in Early July, FX5 Cinema Camera in Late July 2026 [New Camera]

Affordable Travel Cameras

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.
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Notes:
GoPro Mission 1 Pro
Insta360 Luna Ultra
Sony ZV-1F
Canon PowerShot V1
Canon PowerShot V10
Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cine
Camp Snap 2
Minolta MN4K300WP UHD 4K Waterproof Camera
Minolta MNS10
Sony NEX-3
Nikon 1 J1

Blackmagic PYXIS 12K Test Drive

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?
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Notes:
DJI Avata 360
Blackmagic PYXIS 12K
Blackmagic PYXIS Monitor EVF Kit
Blackmagic Ursa Cine Top Handle

Canon R6V and Cinelux Sixteen

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”.
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Notes:
Kinefinity Vista
Cinelux SIXTEEN Hybrid Film Camera System
Cinelux Project SIXTEEN Hybrid Film and Digital Super 16 Camera – First Look [CineD]
Canon R6V
Nikon ZR

Lumix L10 and Camp Snap 2

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.
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Notes:
Samyang Buldak Cream Carbonara Hot Chicken Topokki Bowl
Camp Snap 2
Panasonic Lumix L10
Titanium Gold Lumix L10

Sony a7R VI

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.
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Notes:
FotodioX LenzCoaster Lens Replica Coaster Set
Sony a7R VI
Sony a7R V

Insta360 Mic Pro Hands-On Review

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 opportunity to review the episode prior to release. 
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Notes:
CineTemp iPhone App
Insta360 Mic Pro 2-Person Kit (2TX + RX + Case)
Insta360 Mic Pro 1-Person Kit (1TX + RX)
Insta360 Mic Pro TX

Cine Lens Extravaganza

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.
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Notes:
I’m Back Proposes a New Shutter Button as Its APS-C Kickstarter Closes-in on $1M [PetaPixel]
Fuji XF 70-300 f/4-5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens
Sirui IronStar Anamorphic Lenses
Sirui Vision Prime T1.4 Cine Lenses
NiSi Athena Cine Primes
NiSi Jetmag Pro Magnetic Filters
NiSi Athena Tuned Primes
Viltrox Luna 30-300mm T4.0 Cine Lens
Canon Cine-Servo 40-1200mm T5.0-T10.8 Lens

3D Printed Cameras

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.
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Goodman Zone medium-format camera [Dora Goodman]
Cameradactyl Homonculus Camera
Cornelissen MFR2
Panomicron Thulium 6x9
Twostopsover's 3D Printed Camera
Twostopsover’s blog post [Ilford Photo]
Mamiya 50mm f/2 M42 screw-mount lens [Ebay]
Luxury wood pinhole cameras
Ondu Pinhole
Pinoramic 120 Series 2 [Etsy]
Equivalent Lens Calculator [Points in Focus]
Smartflex Camera SLR 4x5 [Kickstarter]
This Very Versatile 4×5 Film Camera Shoots Instax Wide and Works with Smartphones [PetaPixel]
Smartflex to Launch a 8x10 Large SRL [Reflx Lab]