The Camera Gear Podcast

150: Sigma 12mm f/1.4 and 200mm f/2 Lenses

We take a look at two interesting new prime lenses from Sigma, the 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary prime and the 200mm f/2 DG OS Sports lens. Also, EISA released their “Camera of the Year” list, and as you might imagine, we have opinions about their choices.
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Notes:
EISA Photography cameras of the year
Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens for X Mount [B&H]
Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Review [PetaPixel]
Sigma 200mm f/2 DG OS Sports Lens for L Mount [B&H]
Sigma 200mm f/2 DG Sports Review [PetaPixel]
EOS Magazine article about Fluorite

149: Insta360 Go Ultra and Antigravity A1

It’s all about Insta360 this week as we take a look at their new Go Ultra action cam and the Antigravity A1 drone. Is this new 360 drone the next big leap in camera drone technology, or is it vaporware? We’re definitely interested to give it a try.
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Notes:
Emby
Insta360 Go Ultra
Antigravity A1

148: Ricoh GR IV and Fuji Price Increases

The Ricoh GR IV has been officially announced, and we’re intrigued by the improvements it offers over the GRiii. Also, Fujifilm is raising prices for a second time, and we’ve got thoughts.
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Notes:
Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens [B&H]
FUJIFILM Raises U.S. Camera Prices Again [CineD]
Ricoh expands Q series with Pentax Q-S1 [DPReview]
Ricoh GR IV Product Page [Ricoh]
Ricoh GR IV [B&H]

147: Rode Wireless Pro Hands-On and ARRI News

We’ve upgraded our wireless lavs to the Rode Wireless Pro and go into depth about the features and timecode options based on our experience using them. Also, ARRI not only released an upgrade to the Alexa 35, but also might be exploring the idea of selling the company? Interesting…
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Notes:
OWC 512GB Atlas Pro CFExpress 4.0 Type B Card [B&H]
ProGrade Digital CFExpress Type B USB 4.0 Single Slot Card Reader [B&H]
Rode Wireless Pro [B&H]
$55,000 Arri Alexa 35 Xtreme Brings Wild Speed to Cinematic Filmmaking [PetaPixel]
ARRI Reportedly Exploring Sale: What This Could Mean for Filmmakers [Y.M. Cinema]

146: Camp Snap CS-8 and Project Indigo

After ten years, the Sony RX1R III is finally here. We take a look at this long-awaited compact camera from Sony and evaluate its specs and position in the market. Did Sony do something exciting here, or is it outclassed by other competitors such as Fuji? Also, Lucas has been to the movies recently, and has big opinions about aspect ratios.
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Notes:
Reflex-Nikkor 2000mm f/11 Lens [mir.com]
DPReview forum thread from someone who has the lens
Canon 5200mm f/14 Tele-Monster [Canon Watch]
Sony’s “Sensor on a Stick”: Inside the Radical Camera Tech Behind the F1 Movie [YM Cinema]
Camp Snap CS-8 [PetaPixel]
Apple patent for 20-stop DR image sensor [YM Cinema]
Apple patent for soft membrane aperture [YM Cinema]
Apple patent for actively cooled camera sensor [YM Cinema]
Project Indigo [Adobe]

145: Sony RX1R III

After ten years, the Sony RX1R III is finally here. We take a look at this long-awaited compact camera from Sony and evaluate its specs and position in the market. Did Sony do something exciting here, or is it outclassed by other competitors such as Fuji? Also, Lucas has been to the movies recently, and has big opinions about aspect ratios.
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Notes:
Sony RX1R III Premium Compact Camera
Otherwise perfect. No notes.

144: Peak Design Pro Tripods and Weird Camera Rig Accessories

In this episode, we cover some of the strangest camera rig parts we’ve ever seen. Then, we look at a few updates in the world of tripods, including new contenders from Peak Design, Smallrig, and Manfrotto, and reflect on some recent shoots where we used the Sachtler Flowtech 75 and Smallrig FreeBlazer. In other news, Fuji trickled out more information on the GFX Eterna, and the Nexus G1 is apparently still on the way.
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Notes:
Smallrig Eagle Handle
Pickle Trigger [MID49]
FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA – 2025 Release Confirmed, New Technical Details Explained [CineD]
Nexus G1 Cinema Camera – Update and Now Available for Preorder [CineD]
Nexus G1 Preorder
Sachtler Flowtech 75 with Ace XL II Fluid Head [B&H]
Smallrig Tribex SE
Manfrotto ONE Hybrid Tripod
Smallrig FreeBlazer Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit
Pro Tripod by Peak Design [Kickstarter]

143: How Do You Organize Your Videos?

Lucas needs to organize his video library, so we talk through some options for how he could approach it. Also, a flurry of new firmware releases is bringing some exciting new features to various cameras, and Leica is releasing a monochrome film stock.
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Notes:
Panasonic Firmware updates for Lumix S1RII, S1II, and S1IIE Cameras Announced [CineD]
Sony BURANO Firmware Update V2.01 Released [CineD]
Leica SL3 and SL3-S Firmware Update v3.1.1 Released [CineD]
Sony a6700 adds smarter file transfers and improved LUT support [DPReview]
New firmware lets Nikon Z8 users create 180MP images and improves autofocus precision [DPReview]
Leica MONOPAN 50
Harman Launches Its Red 125 Redscale Pro-Finished Film in 120 Format [PetaPixel]

142: Are We Doing White Balance Wrong?

We dig into some of the details of white balance for photo and video, and consider whether our existing approach is correct or not. Also, is it ever worth it to buy camera and lens warranties?
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Notes:
Fuji X Recipe Generator
Fuji Style App

141: The Future of Blackmagic's Cameras, New Cine Lenses, and Deals for Days

We discuss our future plans for getting into higher-end video projects and consider what the future holds for Blackmagic with their RGBW sensor design and recent camera releases. Then, we cover a number of new cine prime and zoom releases and debate their pros and cons. Also, Daniel received his Lumix S1 II, and you won’t believe the continuing success he has with getting deals on L-mount gear…
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Notes:
Y.M Cinema article on Blackmagic sensor patents
Blackmagic RGBW sensor patent
Another Blackmagic patent
ANOTHER Blackmagic patent
Article about how Blackmagic designed one of the older 12K sensors in-house
Sigma Aizu Primes
Sigma 28-45mm T2 and 28-105mm T3 Development Announcement [CineD]
7Artisans INFINITE Cine Primes [PetaPixel]
TLS Rehoused Fuji EBC Lenses [CineD]
Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art Lens [B&H]