The Camera Gear Podcast
A discussion show that’s all about camera gear for photography and video. If you like to nerd out on camera specs, are always looking for a better cage setup, or want to understand video codecs better, you’ll probably enjoy this podcast. Find more information about the show at https://www.cameragearpodcast.com.
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Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Our top 5 favorite camera gear and tech purchases of 2023, as well as an update on wireless lav patent drama and a cinema camera made from a Raspberry Pi. Also, we look at some really old consumer digital cameras.
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Old Digital Cameras:Epson R-D1 [Camera Legend]
Epson R-D1 [MPB]
Pentax 645D [DPReview]
CinePi - Raspberry Pi Cinema Camera - [RaspberryPi.com]
Deity Theos patent dramaZaxcom sues Rode [Newsshooter]
Zaxcom ZMT4 [Zaxcom]
ZMT4 Transmitter [Gotham Sound]
QRX100 Receiver [Zaxcom]
Top Camera Gear PurchasesImpact Turtle Base C-Stand Kit [B&H]
Amaran COB 60x S [Adorama]
Fuji XF 23mm f/1.4 [Adorama]
Fuji XF 56mm f/1.2 [Adorama]
Fuji XF 50-140 f/2.8 [Adorama]
Zhiyun Molus x100 [Adorama]
Angler 48” Quick-Open Softbox [B&H]
Izotope RX Standard [Izotope]
Portkeys PT6 [Adorama]
Top Tech Purchases (not the full list, listen to the show for the rest)Garmin Fenix 7 [Garmin]
Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro [Beyerdynamic]
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Our thoughts on the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 and how it compares to other action cameras such as the GoPro 12 and Insta360 Ace Pro. Also, what’s with the trend of barebones cameras like the Camp Snap?
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Camp Snap Camera [Camp Snap]
Long Weekend 35mm Film Camera [Moment]
Kodak Ektar H35N [Kodak]
Best Mirrorless Cameras of 2023 [Popular Science]
DJI Osmo Pocket 3 [Adorama]
GoPro Hero 12 [Adorama]
DJI Osmo Action 4 [Adorama]
DJI Osmo Mobile [Adorama]
Insta360 Ace Pro [Insta360]
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Lucas ranks all of the Fuji lenses he’s owned (including one he may or may not have just added to the collection), and the Deity Theos wireless lav system faces patent issues.
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Fuji XF 50-140mm f/2.8 [Adorama]
Fuji XF2X Teleconverter [Adorama]
Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN for X mount [Adorama]
Viltrox Pro AF 75mm f/1.2 XF [Adorama]
Deity’s response on Twitter confirming the patent issue for the Theos [X/Twitter]
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
We discuss the Sony A9 III, the first mirrorless full-frame camera with a global shutter. Also, Canon’s new RF 24-105 f/2.8, and the Leica M11-P.
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Leica M11-P [Adorama]
Leica M11-P Review [PetaPixel]
Sony A9 III [Adorama]
Sony A9 III Hands-On [PetaPixel]
Canon RF 24-105 f/2.8 L IS USM [Adorama]
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Way, way too much discussion about camera backpacks and the new Nomatic Luma backpack. We also cover another legendary lens, and Lucas might buy a medium format film camera.
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Zeiss Planar 0.7/50 mm [Zeiss]
Nomatic Luma Camera Collection [Kickstarter]
Nomatic 25L Camera Backpack [Adorama]
Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L [Adorama]
Kodak Brownie No.2 [The Brownie Camera Page]
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Fuji’s cameras have an issue with “chroma smoothing”, and Sigma may release an L-mount camera? Also, Lucas ends up in the middle of some film stock related drama.
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Forum post about Fuji chroma smoothing issues [EOS HD]
Panasonic camera rumor about 2 new models coming [L Rumors]
Panasonic electronic VND rumor [YM Cinema]
Sigma L-Mount camera rumor [PetaPixel]
Fringer EF-FX Pro III EF to X adapter [B&H]
Cinestill 800T trademark drama [PetaPixel]
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
We talk about Z CAM cameras, a new RF wide-angle zoom lens, and old Panasonic cinema cameras. Also, our review of The Creator, and Gold Peak Beverages enters the camera gear market.
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Gold Peak Golden Hour
Panasonic Varicam 35
Used Varicam 35 (MPB)
Panasonic Varicam LT
Used Varicam LT (MPB)
Z CAM E2-M5G (CineD)
Z CAM E2-F6 Pro
Gerald’s video on the Z CAM E2-F6
Z CAM E2-M4
Canon RF 10-20mm F4 L IS STM
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Our tests of the iPhone 15 Pro log profile, a Sony box camera intended for drones and industrial uses, AI features in the Pixel 8 camera, and more.
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Gerald Undone’s iPhone 15 Pro dynamic range test
Pixel 8 AI camera features [The Verge]
Sony ILX-LR1 Box Camera
DJI Mini 4 Pro
New Laowa Nanomorph sizes and 2X adapter [PetaPixel]
Sirui Sniper f/1.2 Primes [CineD]
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
The new retro-styled Nikon Z f camera, and Lucas’ experiences shooting with a film camera. Also, Sigma released a new wide-angle zoom, and Lucas has fully embraced Lightroom in his photo backup workflow.
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Adobe subscription price changes
Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 Lens
Nikon Z f Camera
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
We discuss whether the Panasonic G9 II is a worthy reason to use micro 4/3 in 2023, as well as the new Atomos Ninja and Canon RF cinema primes. Also, Lucas deliberates on changing his photo backup workflow.
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iPhone 15 Pro compared to Sony FX30
iPhone 15 Pro compared to Arri Alexa
Atomos Ninja and Ninja Ultra
Panasonic G9 II
Canon RF Cinema Primes