The Camera Gear Podcast

We look back at the camera news of 2025 and judge each major camera brand’s wins and losses, as well as reflect on what surprised us and what we hope to see in 2026. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com.  

Hot on the heels of the Canon R6 Mark III, Sony announced the long-awaited A7 V. With the previous A7 IV having come out all the way back in 2021, does the new A7 V catch Sony up to the competition or leapfrog them ahead? If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com.   Notes: Canon lenses of interest Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Lens [B&H] Canon 45mm f/1.2 STM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 85mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM Lens [B&H] Sony A7 V [Sony] Sony A7 V Review [Petapixel]

We dig deep into the new Canon R6 Mark III. Has Canon managed to come out on top in the crowded midrange full-frame mirrorless camera segment? If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: Canon EOS R6 Mark III [B&H] Canon EOS R6 III Review: Predictably Excellent [PetaPixel]

Lucas is considering some changes to his photo backup workflow, which is an undertaking of epic proportions. Also, Canon’s new 45mm f/1.2 STM lens has us wondering if RF mount has finally reached its full potential. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM Lens [Adorama] How Two Photographers Transformed RAW Photo Support on Mac [PetaPixel]

In a major escalation of our previous episode on photography around water, we’re back from recent travel with exciting seafaring tales of using our cameras in the swamp and the ocean. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: Nikon ZR Lab Test [CineD] OM SYSTEM Tough TG-7 [B&H]

Fuji has released yet another iteration in the X-T30 line, and Jeff Bridges is bringing back the Widelux panoramic film camera. Also, Daniel’s collection of pocketable cameras grows ever larger. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: Jeff Bridges’ WideluxX Revival Has Reached Prototype Stage and It’s Beautiful [PetaPixel] Fuji X-T30 III [B&H] Fujifilm X-T30 III Review: Same Price, Nearly the Same Camera [PetaPixel] Fuji XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS Lens [B&H]

This week’s episode runs the full gamut of Camera Gear Podcast themes, including a new superzoom lens, an extremely nerdy deep dive into chroma subsampling, and Lucas fanboying over Peak Design gear. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: Tamron 25-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 Lens [B&H] Peak Design Field Plate Peak Design Form Rope Strap Peak Design Cuff Rope YouTube video on chroma subsampling issues

We debate how much of photography is having an “eye” for it, versus learning the skills of using a camera. Then, we shift gears into discussing what gear we’d use to start a YouTube channel, and how we’d each approach filming and editing for a channel. Bonus: Lucas unexpectedly has to match camera brands with F1 teams. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: The Decisive Moment [Amazon.com]

The recent iPhone 17 Pro release brought with it a development we weren’t expecting: ProRes RAW support in Davinci Resolve. We talk about this exciting new capability as well as our thoughts on the growing pro video feature set of the new iPhone. Also, have you ever thought about rigging out your Osmo Pocket? Because apparently, there’s a product for that. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: ZOSS Expands OSMODO Rig Line for DJI Osmo Pocket 3 With Box-Style Housings [CineD] Apple Final Cut Camera 2.0 [CineD] Blackmagic Camera ProDock [Blackmagic Design] DaVinci Resolve’s New ProRes RAW Support Makes it the Best Color Grading Software [PetaPixel]

Today’s show is all about medium format, with a look at the new Hasselblad X2D II 100C photo camera as well as our thoughts on the latest specs and news about the Fuji GFX Eterna medium format cinema camera. Is bigger always better? If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: X2D II 100C [Hasselblad] Hasselblad X2D II 100C Review [PetaPixel] XCD 2,8-4/35-100E Lens [Hasselblad] Hasselblad X2D II 100C [B&H] Fujifilm Introduces FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55 Filmmaking Camera [Fujifilm] GFX Eterna Promotional Video Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55 Cinema Camera [B&H] Fujinon GF 32-90mm T3.5 PZ OIS WR Lens [B&H]

Canon enters the “FX3 killer” competition with the C50, and we discuss the features and tradeoffs this camera makes against the rest of Canon’s lineup, as well as the Sony FX3 and recently-announced Nikon ZR. Also, Sigma releases a new 135mm f/1.4 lens, and Kodak is apparently changing the formulation of their Vision 3 film stock. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: Kodak VISION3 Film Stock Enhanced – New AHU Design [CineD] Sigma 135mm f/1.4 DG Art Lens [B&H] Canon RF 85mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens [B&H] Canon C50 Press Release [Canon] Canon C50 [B&H]

Nikon’s purchase of RED has resulted in an intriguing new camera with the Nikon ZR, and we take a close look at this first entry into Nikon’s Z Cinema line. Also, the new V-Raptor XE seems to offer a lot of the capability of the V-Raptor X at only half the price. It’s a big week in Nikon land. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: Dozens of cargo containers go tumbling off ship at Port of Long Beach. Investigators seek answers [LA Times] V-Raptor XE Z-Mount [RED] V-Raptor X Z-Mount [RED] V-Raptor X Extended Highlights Explained [YM Cinema] Nikon ZR Press Release [Nikon] Nikon ZR [B&H] Nikon ZR Hands-On First Impressions [PetaPixel]

Daniel has gone off the deep end into an electronics project involving a wireless tally light system for broadcast cameras, and Nikon released a new 24-70 that looks like a do-all photo and video lens with every possible feature they could cram into it. Also, Viltrox has joined the L-mount alliance, and we think we’ve found the next race Lucas needs to enter. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: Taco Bell 50k Ultramarathon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II [Nikon] Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II Is Lightest of Its Kind and Nikon’s Best Autofocus Performer [PetaPixel] Viltrox Joins the L-Mount Alliance [Viltrox] Tally Arbiter M5 Stick C Plus

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. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. 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

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. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: Emby Insta360 Go Ultra Antigravity A1

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. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. 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]

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… If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. 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]

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. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. 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]

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. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. Notes: Sony RX1R III Premium Compact Camera Otherwise perfect. No notes.

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. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com. 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]