The Camera Gear Podcast

82: Sony Burano Reviews and First Thoughts on Blackmagic's NAB News

Reviews are out on the Sony Burano, and we dig into some of the surprising results. Also, we try to give a brief highlight on the Blackmagic NAB announcements, but end up talking about it for much longer than expected (and don’t worry, there’s more coming from us). Also, Sigma releases a new lens, and Lucas thinks Daniel should fully embrace a new photo backup workflow.
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Links:
1-foot “outlet saver” extension cords [Amazon]
Blackmagic’s 2024 NAB announcements [YouTube]
Panasonic S5II and S5IIX Firmware Update News [PetaPixel]
Sony BuranoGerald Undone’s Sony Burano Review [YouTube]
Robert Machado’s Sony Burano Review [YouTube]
We previously discussed the Burano in episode 53 of this podcast.
Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art [Sigma]
Hands-on with Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art [DPReview]

81: Nikon Deep Dive and Shooting the Eclipse

We go deep on Nikon this week to discuss their strengths and weaknesses, as well as an overview of their current lineup and what we’re hoping to see next from them. Also, our experiences shooting the recent solar eclipse.
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Links:
Nikon is Officially RED’s New Owner [PetaPixel]
NASA Signs Agreement with Nikon to Develop Lunar Artemis Camera [NASA.gov]
Nikon/RED Smartphone rumors [Nikon Rumors]

80: Fuji Deep Dive and Sony Firmware Updates

This week, we dive into Fuji and cover their strengths and weaknesses, as well as what we’d like to see from them next. Also, Sony announced some upcoming new firmware updates, and the new Ricoh GR IIIx looks like an interesting point and shoot option.
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Links:
Ricoh GR IIIx
Ricoh GR IIIx HDF
Sony Firmware UpdatesSony Firmware Updates with C2PA Tools [PetaPixel]
We previously discussed C2PA in Episode 60 in Nov 2023
Fuji deep diveFuji Firmware Update announced [CineD]

79: Panasonic Deep Dive and Logitech's Micro 4/3 Webcam

We take a close look at Panasonic’s camera business this week and discuss their strengths, weaknesses, and what might be coming next. Also, Logitech released a micro 4/3 webcam, and Lucas discovered another interesting point-and-shoot camera, this time from Leica. 
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Links:
Sigma 18-50 f/2.8 X mount lens [Adorama]
Leica TL2
Nature.com article about SPAD sensors
Canon’s SPAD sensor
WebcamsLogitech Mevo Core UHD 4K Webcam [B&H]
Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera 4K G2 [B&H]
Yongnuo YN433 Micro Four Thirds Webcam [B&H]
Insta360 Link [B&H]
PanasonicHistory of Lumix cameras
L-Mount lens roadmap
List of all L-Mount zooms
List of all L-Mount primes

78: Canon Deep Dive and AI Podcast Editing

We continue our camera brand series with a deep dive on Canon, but also cover the Nikon Coolpix and similar point-and-shoot cameras, as well as some updates on the upcoming Mint Rollei 35AF, our experience using AI podcast editing tools, and more. 
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Links:
World’s Fastest Camera Drone vs. F1 Car [YouTube]
Kym Illman (F1 photographer) uses a Stream Deck for photo processing [YouTube]
Google Searches For Nikon Coolpix camera Increase by Over 8,500% [PetaPixel]
Canon PowerShot N [DPReview]
Nikon COOLPIX A
Canon EOS M200
Podcast AI Editing ToolsAuphonic
Adobe Podcast
Resound
MINT releases details about he Rollei 35AF [Japan Camera Hunter]
CanonCanon Wants to Achieve ‘Overwhelming Number One Share’ of Mirrorless Market by 2026 [PetaPixel]
Canon press release about current market share (as of Feb 20, 2024)
Dual fisheye lens for VR filming
Canonette rumor [Canon Rumors]
Canon ME20F-SH
SPAD sensor

77: More on the Fuji X100VI, and OM System Deep Dive

More on the Fuji X100VI, including release hype, initial reviews, and our thoughts on who might be buying one. Also, we begin a new series of deep dives on camera manufacturers, starting with OM System.
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Links:
SilverFast - Film scanning software
Fuji Instax Mini 99
Gerald Undone’s Fuji X100VI Review
Japan Industrial Partners (JIP) Buys Olympus’ Camera Business (not news, but background on the transition)
OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II [B&H]

76: Nikon Buys RED, and Leica Announces the SL3

We discuss the implications of Nikon buying RED, and look at the new Leica SL3. Also, a new Sigma lens looks pretty interesting for astrophotography.
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Links:
Lensrentals Acquires BorrowLenses
Nikon Acquires RED
Sorbothane [Wikipedia]Amazon link
Leica Sofort 2 [B&H]
Leica SL3 [Leica]
Sigma 15mm f/1.4 Fisheye DG DN Art Lens [B&H]

75: New Zoom 32-Bit Float Recorders, and Which Camera For Uncropped 4K60?

We answer a listener question about which camera to choose for shooting uncropped 4K60 video, reflect on a recent event shoot, and talk about Zoom’s new 32-bit float handheld audio recorders.
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Links:
Sony FE 24-50 f/2.8 G Lens
Cameras that shoot uncropped 4k60Canon EOS R3
Canon EOS R6 Mark II
Canon EOS R8
Canon EOS C70
Nikon Z8
Fuji X-H2S
Sony A7S III
Sony ZV-E1
Sony A6700
Sony A1
Sony A9 III
Panasonic S1R
Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic GH6
Panasonic G9 II
OM System OM-1 Mark II
Zoom H1essential
Zoom H4essential
Zoom H6essential
Zoom BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter

74: Fuji X100VI

The long-awaited Fuji X100VI is finally here, along with a few other announcements from the Fujifilm X Summit that we’re excited about. Also, Lucas takes the next step in his film photography journey. 
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Links:
FilmLab iOS app for processing film negatives [iOS App Store]
Fuji X100VI [Adorama]
Fujifilm X Summit 2024 Livestream [YouTube]

73: Kodak Super 8 Camera and Fuji GFX100 II Video Tests

We discuss the Kodak Super 8 film video camera, Fuji GFX100 II video test results, new film stocks, and more. 
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Links:
Harman Phoenix Film [Harman Photo]
Adox Color Mission Helios Ultra-Low ISO Film [PetaPixel]
B&H Kodak Super 8 Camera Review Video [YouTube]
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 Lens Firmware Issue [PetaPixel]
Fujifilm GFX100 II Lab Test [CineD]