The Camera Gear Podcast

The Hope of Fujifilm Lenses To Come

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?
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Notes:
PetaPixel article on Tamron Lens Utility App
FUJIFILM Focus on Glass 2026
Lytro Illum – Hands-on review from Toshi Anders Hoo

Canon Compact Cameras And The Old Days of Nikon DSLRs

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.
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Notes:
Nikon D5 [B&H]
Nikon Issues Advisory: Some Z6 III, Z5 II, and ZR Have a Hardware Problem [PetaPixel]
Canon picks its 12 favorite compact cameras [Digital Camera World]
Canon PowerShot V1
LIGAR Camera Kickstarter
Nikon D2H Review [DPReview]

Choosing a Wireless Livestream Camera Rig, and iPhones in Hollywood

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?
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Notes:
Sigma’s Latest Product Isn’t a Lens, It’s … Rice. [CineD]
Beastgrip
Beastgrip DOF Adapter
Atlas Mercury Anamorphic Lenses

CP+ 2026: Sigma Lenses, Ninja RAW, and Canon's Weird Prototype

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?
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Notes:
TourBox Elite
Previously discussed in detail in episode 139
Canon SLR Prototype [PetaPixel]
Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens [B&H]
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG II Art Lens [B&H]
Sigma 28-105mm T3 FF Cine Zoom Lens [B&H]
Megadap Leica M to Canon RF Adapter [PetaPixel]
OM System x Millet Photo Pocket [PetaPixel]
Atomos Ninja RAW [B&H]
Valoi Easy35 V2 [PetaPixel]
Compatible lenses
Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di VXD III Lens [B&H]

Fujifilm GFX Eterna In The Wild

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? 
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Notes:
SmallRig V-Mount Plate Kit
Fujifilm GFX Eterna
FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55 – First-Look Review & Mini Documentary [CineD]
Northwest Camera Co Review of GFX Eterna [YouTube]
Fujifilm GFX Eterna Menu Simulator

ISO Noise and Exposure Deep Dive

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?
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Notes:
Nikon focuses on licensees as it files patent case against Viltrox [DPReview]
Nikon Posts Big Losses and Cuts Projections [PetaPixel]
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey Wraps with IMAX’s New Cameras, CEO Confirms [Y.M. Cinema]
BREAKING: First Look at IMAX’s Next-Gen 65mm Cameras on the Set of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey [Y.M. Cinema]
A new way to look at ISOlessness [Jim Kasson]
DPReview forum thread on the above blog post
How to Expose Raw Files – Part 1 [LensRentals]
How to Expose Raw Files – Part 2 [LensRentals]
Photons to Photos
Poisson Distribution [Wikipedia]

Google Clips and Daniel Buys a Camera

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?
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Notes:
Blackmagic PYXIS 12K Recall – Early Production Units Get Free Sensor Board Upgrade [CineD]
Panasonic Lumix S1R II
Apple Creator Studio
Google Clips [Wikipedia]
Fi Smart Dog Collar

Our 2026 Camera Dreams and Trouble In Pyxis Paradise

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?
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Notes:
Paper Shoot Camera
Blackmagic Pyxis 12K [B&H]

Fuji Telephoto Lenses, and What's Next For Pentax?

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 might be next for them.
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Notes:
Fuji Telephoto Lens Options
Fuji XF 2x TC WR Teleconverter
Fuji XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 R LM OIS WR
Fuji XF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR
Fuji XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR
Sigma 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Contemporary
Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary
Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD
Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
Back to the Future: Leica Resumes In-House Sensor Innovation [L Rumors]
Pentax K-1 Mk II
Pentax K-3 Mark III

Lomo MC-A and Fuji Instax Mini Evo Cinema

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?
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Notes:
PolarPro CineFlow Motion Filter
Camp Snap CS-PRO [Camp Snap]
Kodak Charmera
Lomo MC-A 35 mm Film Camera
Fuji Instax Mini Evo Cinema [B&H]
The Instax Mini Evo Cinema Combines Retro-Inspired Video with Instant Film [PetaPixel]