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This episode is brought to you by OM SYSTEM, and their Black Friday pricing is here! There are incredible savings on OM SYSTEM gear that you won’t want to miss. OM SYSTEM has nearly every lens on sale, right now, with discounts up to $700 off! It’s the ideal opportunity to expand your kit, upgrade to the lenses you’ve had your eye on, or purchase a holiday gift for a loved one.  Whether you’re looking for a new camera or the right lens for your next adventure, check out OM SYSTEM’s Black Friday deals. Head over to explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to see all the savings. Offers end December 8. Tamron’s holday savings are live! Save up to $200 on select lenses including versatile all-in-one zoom lenses for flexibility in various shooting scenarios, fast aperture zoom lenses for excellent low-light performance and beautiful bokeh, ultra-telephoto zoom lenses for far-reaching shots with exceptional clarity, prime lenses offering sharp detail and superior image quality, and fast wide-angle zoom lenses for dynamic landscapes and architecture shots. Tamron's lenses offer high-quality and fast performance that are designed to elevate your photography experience. Shop now and save at tamron-americas.com. This week on The PetaPixel Podcast there is a lot to discuss, with Fujifilm announcing it will make a new cinema camera next year, Final Cut Pro getting its first version change in 13 years, Sony bowing out of making drones, and more! Support Chris and Jordan directly with a PetaPixel Membership! Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Intro (Chris finished his new studio!) 06:11 - Fujifilm is developing a dedicated GFX cinema camera called the GFX Eterna 11:35 - Apple Moves to Final Cut Pro 11, updates iPad app and Final Cut Camera, too 26:26 - Hasselblad announced a new 75mm f/3.4 P lens 28:18 - Sony's Airpeak has been discontinued 29:10 - Why did the Airpeak fail? 33:44 - The FlashBack "non-disposable digital disposable camera" got a $330K investment on Shark Tank 37:29 - Benro's Theta self-leveling tripod Kickstarter is nearly two years delayed 42:11 - What is the state of photobooks in 2024? With Mixbook CEO and Co-Founder Andrew Laffoon 1:20:34 - What have you been up to? 1:22:20 - Never read the comments 1:33:40 - Feel good story of the week

This episode is brought to you by OM SYSTEM, and their Black Friday pricing is here! There are incredible savings on OM SYSTEM gear that you won’t want to miss. OM SYSTEM has nearly every lens on sale, right now, with discounts up to $700 off! It’s the ideal opportunity to expand your kit, upgrade to the lenses you’ve had your eye on, or purchase a holiday gift for a loved one.  Whether you’re looking for a new camera or the right lens for your next adventure, check out OM SYSTEM’s Black Friday deals. Head over to explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to see all the savings. Offers end December 8. Tamron’s high-quality all-in-one zoom lenses offer photographers the flexibility to capture every moment, whether you're a professional or a hobbyist. Their 18-300mm and 28-200mm lenses cover everything from wide landscapes to detailed close-ups — all in one compact, lightweight lens. Perfect for travel, street photography, or family portraits, these lenses offer sharp image quality, fast autofocus, and a weather-resistant design. Tamron’s Holiday Savings are happening now! You can save up to $100 on these incredible lenses, but hurry, this offer ends January 5, 2025. It’s the perfect time to upgrade your gear or give the gift of a Tamron All-in-One zoom lens to the photographer in your life. Visit tamronamericas.co/all-in-one for more information. With the recent announcements of the Fujifilm X-M5 and the Nikon Z50 II, the entry-level segment got a sudden burst of new interest. With that in mind, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake share their thoughts on the best entry-level cameras you can get right now. Support Chris and Jordan directly with a PetaPixel Membership! Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Intro (daily updates from Portland's Japanese Garden) 13:22 - Apple is acquiring Pixelmator 19:31 - Apple's week of Mac updates: New Macbook Pro, new Mac mini, and new iMacs 25:17 - Nikon 28-135mm f/4 Power Zoom is its first full-frame cine-first lens 30:13 - Canon adds 24mm f/1.4 and 50mm f/1.4 primes 32:46 - Canon's new 70-200mm f/2.8 is designed for hybrid photo/video, comes in black or white, and costs $3,000 35:36 - Panasonic updates it camcorder line for the first time in six years 38:16 - Nikon announced the Z50 II: https://petapixel.com/2024/11/06/nikons-z50-ii-camera-adds-fuji-like-styles-and-robust-video-features/ 41:18 - What are the best entry-level cameras right now? 58:09 - What have you been up to? 1:00:18 - Jordan's Movember is live: 1:04:18 - An update on the iPhone 16 Pro's durability vs Chris's dad wallet 1:05:14 - In the Nikon Museum Tour video, it's not Jordan's fault the sensor is dirty 1:06:30 - Never read the comments 1:16:25 - Tech support 1:35:48 - Feel Good Story of the Week

Whether you’re looking for the sharpness and low-light capability of the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO, the versatility of the 12-100mm F4 IS PRO, or the compact convenience of the 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 II, OM SYSTEM has the best travel lenses for every adventure. If you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, OM SYSTEM has something for everyone and every budget. For more information and to learn about local promotions, visit your local authorized retailer or explore.omsystem.com/petapixel today! Try the new CleanMyMac for free for 7 days! This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by retired Sony Imaging executive Mark Weir who reflects on the evolution of cameras over the last two decades and, perhaps more importantly, how photographers have changed in that time, too. In this episode, he talks about how Sony Japan fielded input from its users, looks back at how Sony chose to leave the mirror behind, the choice to make E-mount an open standard, and where he thinks the industry is going next. Support Chris and Jordan directly with a PetaPixel Membership! Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Intro; Support Chris and Jordan with a PetaPixel Membership 12:13 - Check out our special bonus audio-only episode of the PetaPixel Podcast featuring Apple 16:20 - Google Photos will show when an image is edited with the company's generative AI 18:52 - Tamron doesn't appear interested in making primes anymore 21:05 - Lomography announced a new Lomo'Instant Wide Glass 22:47 - Leica is celebrating 70 years of the M in a very Leica way 24:08 - DJI's Osmo Pocket 3 is really popular 27:00 - Jordan, how do you feel about H&Y's new RevoRing Mark II? 30:31 - Retired Sony exec Mark Weir on how cameras (and photographers) changed in the last 20 years 1:13:55 - What have you been up to? 1:17:08 - Jordan's Movember 1:21:30 - Tech Support 1:46:08 - Feel good story of the week: CPS is now free for students!

This is a special bonus episode of the PetaPixel Podcast where Jaron Schneider, editor-in-chief of PetaPixel, talks with Della Huff, a member of the product marketing team at Apple who oversees all things camera and photos and who you would very likely recognize from many of Apple's recent keynote events as well as Billy Sorrentino, a member of the Apple Design team who has a hand in almost everything the company does and who oversees the user experiences across the company's platforms. The two discuss immersive, spatial content and how Apple, the makers of the most popular camera in the world, views the next era of photography. They answer a lot of questions about spatial photos, the Vision Pro, and generally about immersive content as well as how Apple sees the future of photography and the preservation of memories.

From October 24th to November 3rd, OM Digital Solutions is hosting the third annual OM SYSTEM week, a global event, inspiring photographers to push their creative limits. This year's theme, "Creativity. It’s in our nature," invites you to explore the outdoors with OM SYSTEM cameras. Throughout OM SYSTEM Week, you can score amazing deals, with up to $500 off select OM SYSTEM cameras and lenses. Plus, registered users will receive even more exclusive offers! Don’t miss out on OM SYSTEM’s creativity-themed photo contest! Running from October 24th, 2024, to January 3rd, 2025, you’ll have the chance to showcase your best outdoor photos and compete to win an incredible trip to Japan with OM SYSTEM Ambassador Lisa Michele Burns. For more details, visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel -- Experience unmatched versatility of Tamron all-in-one zoom lenses including the new Tamron 28-300mm F/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD lens for Sony E-mount. This all-in-one zoom covers a wide focal range, from expansive landscapes at 28mm to distant subjects at 300mm. With its fast and quiet VXD autofocus system, you’ll capture sharp images effortlessly. The built-in VC (Vibration Compensation) minimizes camera shake for smooth handheld shooting, even in varying light conditions. Compact and lightweight, this lens is ideal for travel and outdoor adventures, empowering photographers to capture stunning scenery with flexibility and ease. Shop Tamron lenses at tamron-americas.com. -- This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider are in Tokyo, Japan and it got them thinking: photographers who travel internationally can often struggle with not knowing exactly what to bring, which results in them bringing too much. The trio share their tips to keep that keeps their packs light but doesn't make them feel like they are disadvantaged with their gear. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. -- In This Episode: 00:00 - Intro 05:45 - Excuse me, what was going on with the tape and the filter on the 500mm? 08:24 - DJI announced a new Air 3S 12:04 - There isn't going to be a DJI-branded mirrorless camera. 14:22 - DJI says import issues are why the Air 3S isn't available from retailers 16:27 - Insta360 has a new action camera 19:19 - Adobe Lightroom got a nice update 24:28 - How to travel as a photographer and not hate yourself 47:37 - Never read the comments 55:26 - Tech support 1:24:17 - Feel good story of the week: Jordan does Japan his own way.

The next Supermoon is just around the corner (October 17th), and it’s expected to be the biggest and brightest supermoon of 2024. If you want to capture it in all its glory, you need the right gear. OM SYSTEM’s Micro Four Thirds cameras and M.Zuiko Digital lenses are perfect for the job. Why? The 2x crop factor doubles your equivalent focal length—so, a 300mm lens becomes a 600mm! That means more zoom without the heavy, bulky gear. So, if you’re gearing up for the Supermoon, OM SYSTEM has you covered. Check out their full line of cameras and lenses at explore.omsystem.com/petapixel, or visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer. When you've been in the camera industry for nearly 40 years and operated The Camera Store since the late 1990s, you see a lot. Peter Jeuene has done just that and also is the man who gave Chris and Jordan the opportunity to get on camera and become the experts you know today. Peter shares his thoughts on the state of the industry, how film's resurgence has affected his business, how he manages to compete with U.S. retailers and camera brands on the sales front, and even shares some stories from when Chris and Jordan used to work in his store. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode: 00:00 - Intro 07:34 - Big Fujifilm Drop: X-M5, 500mm f/5.6, and a new 16-55mm f/2.8 13:46 - The 70mm film reel for "The Brutalist" is split into 26 canisters and weighs 300 pounds 15:23 - "Submerged" is a new feature film that can only be watched on Vision Pro 22:08 - Miss the aurora? Just make AI images, Meta says 26:54 - Nikon news: Z6 III getting C2PA, NX Mobile Air gets Frame.io integration, and EssilorLuxottica buys 5.1% of the company 32:57 - Canon is dropping three new lenses on October 30 37:29 - Talkin' shop with the owner of The Camera Store 1:14:21 - What have you been up to? 1:18:14 - New versions of Fixed lens cameras that viewers want to see 1:22:12 - Tech support

If you’re serious about capturing far-away shots with incredible sharpness, the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS lens is for you. It offers an expansive zoom range, giving you the flexibility to get closer to wildlife, landscapes, and even celestial bodies like the moon, without compromising image quality. With its lightning-fast autofocus, you’ll always capture every split-second detail. The M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm is designed to keep up with the fast-paced action of wildlife and nature photography, delivering accuracy and high performance. Right now, you can purchase the M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS for $700 off (regularly $2,699.99, now just $1,999.99). Don’t wait—head to explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or visit an authorized retailer near you to take advantage of this special offer! This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider are joined by Tom Calton to talk about compact, fixed lens cameras and what 12 different manufacturers could do to appeal to the sudden surge in demand for high-quality options. Most, if not all, have some history in the space that could be leveraged to create some truly exceptional offerings in 2024 and 2025. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Intro (what was your first fixed-lens camera) 08:24 - Panasonic's new lens and Lumix S9 firmware 15:13 - Nikon's new patent describes a "selective" global shutter 19:42 - Fujifilm is updating autofocus performance on multiple cameras 23:44 - The Paper Shoot and Cappy Camera situation is quite a mess 27:19 - Happy Birthday Chris Niccolls! 30:30 - Our dream fixed-lens cameras from every manufacturer 31:10 - Fujifilm 21:13 - OM System 33:44 - Hasselblad 36:17 - Leica 38:19 - Pentax 40:17 - Canon 42:50 - Sony 45:16 - Nikon 47:10 - Kodak 48:36 - Voigtlander 50:24 - Panasonic 52:39 - Sigma 56:21 - What have you been up to? (make sure to check out Tom's YouTube) 1:02:36 - Tech Support 1:20:00 - Optimization settings for Lightroom: https://petapixel.com/optimize-lightroom-classic/ 1:29:46 - Feel good story of the week

OM SYSTEM Ambassador and macro photographer Ben Salb has mastered the art of capturing the smallest details of insects and spiders, tiny creatures that often go unnoticed around us. Now through November 3, the OM-1 Mark II is $1,999.99, $400 off the regular retail price, and the M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 PRO Macro Lens is $1,199.99 ($300 off regular retail price). Visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or explore.omsystem/petapixel today! To read more about Ben Salb and his work, check out his detailed guide to macro photography. -- This week on The PetaPixel Podcast Jon Sneyers, the Senior Image Researcher at Cloudinary, Editor of the JPEG XL standard, and contributor to the reference implementation of the format explains what it is and why it's important. -- Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. -- In This Episode 00:00 - Intro (favorite aliens, squids, and more) 10:08 - A new Tamron 90mm for Nikon Z and Sony E 12:46 - Canon Listened, will update R5 II to capture 24p video with older batteries 16:17 - Phase One has a new XC with a new 40mm, can be purchased without the digital back 18:01 - ProGrade digital finally released its first portable SSD and it's very good 21:00 - Yes, you can buy the cable by itself 21:13 - Live your Death Stranding dreams with the Lancer300 26:08 - JPEG XL explained by Senior Image Researcher and JPEG XL reference standard editor Jon Sneyers 1:01:42 - What have you been up to? (how good is Chris's light metering with his eyes?) 1:08:44 - Tech support

Back in the Fall of 2008—several years before Instagram filters became a trend—Olympus introduced in-camera Art Filters in their DSLR cameras, specifically designed for the creative photographer. These filters helped transform basic images into works of art that deliver emotional impact, long before it became mainstream. Curious to explore art filters for yourself or looking for the perfect gift? Purchase the E-M10 Mark IV body today and get a complimentary M.Zuiko 14-42mm II R lens—all for just $699.99, now through September 29th! If you're eyeing something weather-sealed, save up to $300 on an OM-5 kit. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or head to your local authorized retailer! Peak Design is one of the most recognizable names in the photography industry and probably the most well-known accessory brand in the space. From the Capture Clip, to straps, to bags, tripods, and more, the company recently set its sights on the outdoor and adventure market after years in development. Peak Design's founder and CEO Peter Dering joins Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider for a discussion about the company's history, product strategy, and -- of course -- the new Outdoor series of backpacks. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Intro (generational trauma?) 9:25 - Jeff Bridges is bringing back the Widelux 14:95 - Ilford is celebrating 145 years with limited edition retro packaging 17:56 - Canon made nearly half the digital cameras sold in 2023, but... Sony claims it has sold the most full-frame mirrorless cameras 23:54 - Google is adding C2PA content authenticity to Search and Ads 26:17 - Talking outdoor backpacks with Peak Design's Peter Dering 1:08:58 - What have you been up to? 1:12:39 - Tech support 1:30:37 - Feel good story of the week

Today we’re excited to highlight a lens that’s truly a game-changer for wildlife and nature photographers: the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS. If you’re passionate about capturing distant subjects with incredible clarity, this lens will be your new best friend. The M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS is also built to withstand the elements, with a weather-sealed construction that ensures durability in challenging conditions. So if you’re in the field experiencing challenging weather conditions, this lens is up for the challenge. So check out the M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS. Now through September 29 th , it’s $400 off (normally $2,699.99—now just $2,299.99). Visit https://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or your local authorized retailer now! -- It's been a busy week! Apple launched a new iPhone which started a lot of conversation about "fake" megapixels, Sigma finally showed its autofocus cine lens, Canon announced a new affordable zoom, and Nikon released RED LUTs for its Nikon Log profile -- and that's just the tip of the iceberg! Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Intro: our first smartphones, a birthday, and a neat lens 10:17 - Leica announced the M11-D 13:43 - Chris made Jaron spend a lot of money 17:46 - Nikon's New Heralbony Zfc collab is gorgeous, but not available in the U.S. 20:02 - Here is Sigma's first AF-equipped cine lens 23:07 - Canon announced the 28-70mm f/2.8 25:23 - Gordon Laing's hands-on with the Canon 28-70mm 26:15 - Is the DJI Osmo Action Good? 30:30 - Jordan's review of the new RED LUTs for Nikon N-Log 39:56 - Let's talk about the megapixel situation on iPhone 48:01 - The iPhone 16 Pro doesn't charge faster than the iPhone 15 Pro... most of the time 52:12 - A bit more on the iPhone 16 Pro's Photo Styles 57:09 - What have you been up to? (Chris has a beef) 1:07:23 - Tech support 1:29:15 - What do you think is happening in this photo? 1:32:47 - The feel good story of the week

Thanks to OM SYSTEM for sponsoring today’s podcast. Right now, OM SYSTEM is offering up to $300 off select telephoto lenses, plus free filters and accessories. For a limited time, with your purchase of the M.ZuikoDigital ED 100-400mm f/5.0-6.3 IS, 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO, or 300mm f/4 PRO lenses, you'll receive a free protection filter to shield your lenses from scratches. The filter features ZERO Coating on both sides of the glass and a satin, glare-reducing black alumite aluminum frame that helps minimize flares and ghosts with its anti-reflection properties. Plus, enjoy a $300 rebate on the OM-1 Mark II body, a $100 rebate on the OM-5 body, and many more rebates and free accessory offers through September 29th! Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or stop by your nearest authorized OM SYSTEM retailer to take advantage of these deals today! Chris explained what was new and noteworthy about the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max in his first impressions video published on Monday, but that wasn't all there was to discuss. Jordan adds his two cents about the video enhancements and the three of us also couldn't help but notice that Apple put significantly less emphasis on AI tools and features at this event than either Samsung or Google did this year. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Welcome to the second PetaPixel Carcast! 06:44 - Nikon sold more Z9 cameras in one year than any other flagship camera in the last 15 years 08:50 - Leica 70-200mm 12:35 - Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN Art lens 16:33 - Canon announced the C80 21:32 - DJI announced the 75mm f/1.8 23:42 - What We REALLY Thought of Apple's iPhone 16 Launch 49:50 - What have you been up to? 52:52- Feel good story of the week

Wildlife photography is all about capturing rare, fast-moving moments from a distance without compromising image quality. With its impressive reach of up to 1200mm (35mm equivalent), and market-leading 5-axis sync IS stabilization, the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS lens ensures stunning, sharp shots even in the toughest conditions. Plus, its IPX1-certified weather sealing makes it the perfect companion for all your outdoor adventures. Right now is a great chance to save! The M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS lens is available at a special price of $2,299.99—down from $2,699.99. Pair it with the M.Zuiko Digital 2x Teleconverter MC-20, now $299.99 (originally $429.99), and you’ll save $530 when you bundle them together. But hurry—this offer ends September 29th! Head to your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to learn more and take advantage of this amazing deal today! -- Last week, former video producer at The Verge Becca Farsace published a video explaining why she left that job to pursue becoming an independent creator. Since her path is the opposite of the one Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake chose, the three discuss the pros and cons of each direction on this week's PetaPixel Podcast. The resulting discussion illuminates why there isn't a "one size fits all" set of instructions for being a content creator in the modern era. -- Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. -- In This Episode 00:00 - Intro (and injury update) 09:21 - GoPro's New GoPro Hero 13 Black makes some great usability enhancements 12:41 - Canon R5 II has unpublished recording limitations when using older batteries 16:42 - Tamron brings the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 to Nikon Z mount 18:19 - Abode's plan to take on Adobe isn't going well 23:14 - Peak Design finally made an adventure backpack 26:49 - Becca Farsace on leaving The Verge and going independent 1:13:38 - What have you been up to? (Sad story from Chris) 1:19:10 - Tech support 1:36:07 - Never read the comments 1:39:23 - Feel good story of the week

If you are an adventurer or an outdoor enthusiast, OM SYSTEM has designed the ultimate camera just for someone like you. Whether you’re into hiking, backpacking, camping or exploring, the OM SYSTEM OM-5 is the perfect tool to capture your adventures with breathtaking clarity. From now until September 29, 2024, you can enjoy an incredible $100 instant savings on the OM SYSTEM OM-5 body, or $300 off the OM-5 with the M.Zuiko 12-45mm F4.0 PRO lens kit. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or your nearest authorized OM SYSTEM retailer today. -- Photographer Leah Hennel is an award-winning photojournalist who has been on the ground at Olympic events for the past 10 years. She just returned from Paris after covering the 2024 Summer Olympics and chats with The PetaPixel Podcast team about process, strategy, the day-to-day experience, and -- of course -- gear. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. -- In This Episode 00:00 - Intro 06:22 - Samyang made the world's first optical exchange autofocus lens 09:44 - Apple event is scheduled for September 9 15:48 - Check out this 18.7K camera and it's crazy underwater housing 20:11 - Kodak Color Negative photochemicals are available globally 21:53 - Apple published its first Final Cut Pro YouTube video ads for the first time... ever? 25:45 - Story about Resolve 26:35 - The rise and crash of the camera industry in one chart 32:43 - Olympics 2024 Debrief with photographer Leah Hennel 1:07:23 - Tech Support 1:27:46 - What have you been up to? 1:29:43 - Never read the comments 1:37:22 - Feel good story of the week

Now through September 1st, OM SYSTEM is offering an amazing deal on their ultimate telephoto kit, perfect for reaching those distant subjects and getting breathtaking shots for a total savings of $930! Normally $5,879.96, a kit of the OM-1 Mark II, MC-20 2x teleconverter, a battery grip, and the 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 are now just $4,949.96. Whether you’re capturing the graceful flight of a bird or the intricate details of wildlife, this kit has everything you need. Visit explore.omsystem.com/PetaPixel or visit an authorized retailer of OM SYSTEM to get your hands on this gear today! This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider discuss the difficulty brands have with working with media personalities that live outside of the "traditional" publication sphere. We also missed a lot of news over the last two weeks so we recap the biggest stories of August, including Sony launching new HandyCam camcorders for the first time in many years, new info on the Canon EOS R5 Mark II's dynamic range, and the revelation that almost half of Tamron's business comes from making lenses that aren't branded Tamron. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Intro 08:31 - The Canon EOS R5 II’s Dynamic Range Performance Is Complicated 13:58 - Sony announced new handycams 18:50 - Benj Haisch tracks down $25K worth of stolen gear 26:03 - Frame.io now supports camera to cloud directly into Lightroom 29:16 - Canon believes the R3 and the R1 appeal to different photographers 31:58 - 46% of Tamron's sales come from making other camera company's lenses 35:16 - Pre-orders for the Mint $799 Rollei 35AF film camera start on September 10 37:50 - Brands have no idea how to work with YouTubers (Team Pixel drama and follow up 52:50 - The HDR situation 55:49 - Adobe has some work to do... 1:05:01 - Tech Support 1:30:02 - The Feel Good Story of the Week

Over the past few weeks, we've been compiling the questions you want Adobe to answer related to its push into AI, recent controversies, and photography in general. We had a chance to sit down with Maria Yap, Adobe's Vice President of Digital Imaging, to give the company a chance to respond. For over an hour, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider chatted with Yap and presented her with a range of inquiries from the whole "skip the photoshoot" debacle, pricing and subscription strategy, Lightroom performance, and more. While Yap answers many of those in the podcast, she also wanted to be sure to give detailed answers in text form to a few that stood out as needing more context. You can read those here: http://petapixel.com/2024/08/15/adobe-answers-your-questions-on-ai-controversies-and-photography-the-petapixel-podcast We expect to speak with Adobe more frequently moving forward, so more questions and ideas for topics to discuss are welcome! Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Intro 03:28 - Meet Maria Yap, Adobe's Vice President of Digital Imaging 06:20 - Discussing the "skip the photoshoot" ad 11:04 - Can Adobe use AI to make metadata tagging easier? 13:27 - Does Adobe plan to update its TOS to allow boudoir photographers to use AI tools, or are they out of luck? 16:37 - Is Adobe going to leverage NPUs better so sending AI requests to the cloud is not necessary? 21:13 - When are we going to get proper multi-core and graphics card acceleration? 28:05 - Will Lightroom on iPad ever have feature parity to Lightroom on desktop? 46:34 - When is Lightroom Classic tethering support coming to Apple Silicon? Are you working to improve the stability of tethering on Windows? 47:17 - Why hasn’t there been any significant improvement or revision to the Lightroom import process? 48:35 - Could there be a Photoshop or Lightroom "lite"? 51:43 - Would Adobe consider a "build your own" or a la carte bundle plan of apps? 53:41 - How does Adobe ensure that its decision-making remains independent and user-centric? 55:14 - How does Adobe plan to improve communication and transparency with its users? 59:43 - How does Adobe ensure that customer value remains central to its business strategy? 1:03:19 - The broken promise of Lightroom as perpetual software forever. 1:06:12 - Adobe's stance on AI, imagery, and what is a photo?

From now until September 1st, you can snag some incredible deals, including $300 off the OM-1 Mark II body. It’s usually priced at $2,399.99, but right now, it’s just $2,099.99. It’s a fantastic opportunity to pick one up if you’ve been considering it! Check out OM SYSTEM’s August specials and take advantage of these incredible savings while they last. Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer today! Thanks to Skillshare for sponsoring our main story segment! To learn the creative skills needed to succeed and grow, we use the world’s largest online learning community, Skillshare, which has thousands of video classes on illustration, graphic design, photography, music, marketing, productivity, and more. The first 500 people to use my link will get a 1-month free trial of Skillshare. Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake have been trying to finish a review of the Kodak Super8 camera but have found one unassailable truth in doing so: shooting on film for YouTube is very, very hard. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/  We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Send us questions to ask Adobe! 05:30 - Tamron's new 28-300mm f/4-7.1 all-in-one (that we reviewed) 11:20 - Sigma is making a Cine lens version of the 28-45mm f/1.8 but retaining autofocus 16:24 - Canon files five unique zoom lens designs 22:34 - Atomos Shinobi II HDMI display finally lets you control the camera through it 25:05 - Shooting YouTube videos on film is HARD. 39:15 - An update on repairing Jaron's dad's cameras 47:37 - Should we publish all our smartphone reviews in HDR? 1:01:23 - What will you be up to? 1:05:08 - Tech support 1:05:22 - Could you argue it is possible to use only Sony products for end-to-end photo creation and publishing? 1:08:29 - Does any photo editor import Sigma fp color? 1:10:30 - When is the best time to use the different shutter options in modern cameras? 1:12:39 - Why are Chinese lens makers able to pump out lenses so fast? 1:15:42 - Can you explain preamps in cameras and what makes them better or worse? 1:20:38 - Will Sony drop the price of the Alpha 1, or release a new one? 1:22:48 - Is using a UV filter for lens protection necessary? 1:28:34 - Is there an image quality hit with the electronic shutter on the OM-5?

Thanks to our podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM! OM SYSTEM are innovators behind some of the most versatile and high-quality lenses on the market, and they’ve got some incredible deals on M.Zuiko lenses now through the end of September that are perfect for expanding your photography toolkit. In fact, some of these lenses are at their lowest price ever. The M.Zuiko Digital ED 7-14mm F2.8 PRO is available for $999.99, which is $400 off the regular price of $1399.99. The M.Zuiko Digital ED 8mm F1.8 Fisheye PRO fisheye is on sale for $799.99, which is $300 off the usual $1099.99. The M.Zuiko Digital ED 8-25mm F4.0 PRO, Jordan's favorite lens, is $699.99, which is $400 off its regular price of $1099.99. Finally, the the M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F4.0 PRO is $599.99 -- $300 off the usual $899.99. If you’re ready to take advantage of these exceptional deals, visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel today! -- This week, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake concluded their review of the Nikon Z6 III. It's a fantastic overall camera that has some interesting new technology, but the few limitations it has appear directly linked to the sensor. -- Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. -- In This Episode 00:00 - Intro 10:36 - Sigma (sort of) makes more lenses work with with a9 III's 120FPS mode 14:19 - Hugh Brownstone's Leica Q3 grip 19:21 - The world's first underwater housing for the Leica M6 21:58 - Harman makes multi-million-pound investment in the future of film manufacturing. 25:40 - Pentax Astrophotography Assistant is paid firmware update to K-1 and K-1 II 30:21 - Is there something going on with the Nikon Z6 III sensor? 48:55 - What have you been up to? 55:37 - Tech Support 55:53 - Is Micro Four Thirds good for street photography anymore? 1:01:27 - Can you help explain sensor size conversions? 1:06:48 - How should you store camera equipment in high humidity locations? 1:09:04 - What's the most affordable Mac option for the most power? 1:12:56 - Is there something to the "Leica Look" people talk about? 1:16:28 - What happened to the "$500" pocket cam? What happened to Type 1 sensors? 1:20:53 - Can you explain what about Panasonic's video tools makes them better than, say, Nikon? 1:22:55 - Is there a fixed lens compact camera with good zoom? 1:24:33 - Don't forget about Darktable! 1:29:02 - How come camera companies share so little info about their processors?

If you’re itching to upgrade your camera or have been eyeing the OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II, now may be the time. For three days only, from July 23 rd to 25 th , 2024, head over to your local OM SYSTEM authorized photo specialty store to score $300 off the OM-1 Mark II body, now just $2,099.99 (US), down from $2,399.99 (US). If you prefer a kit, the OM-1 Mark II with the M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II lens can be yours for $2,699.99. Don’t miss out on these incredible savings. Get your hands on a brand new, powerful, portable, and weather-sealed OM-1 Mark II for your upcoming adventures. Don’t wait, this offer is only available until July 25th! Visit your nearest authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or find one at explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider are joined by Kai W to talk about the R3 and ask... why does it still exist? Canon says the R3 line isn't going anywhere, but side-by-side with the new R1, there doesn't seem to be any reason for it to exist anymore. The four debate! Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Intro... with Kai W! 08:52 - SL3 Bug could delete your photos, but Leica already fixed it 16:07 - Canon says it is developing new lenses "no one can imagine yet" 19:58 - Laowa Makes the world's first zoom shift lens 22:43 - Serif Affinity is free for six months, no strings attached 24:51 - Got a question for Adobe? Let us know. 27:57 - Is the R3 Line dead now? 42:36 - Does dual pixel hold Canon back? 46:29 - What has Kai been up to? 55:31 - Tech support 1:27:15 - Never read the comments

Today, Canon announced the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II – two highly anticipated cameras that say a lot about where the company stands on technology and, more importantly, how what it can provide photographers compares to its peers. Each camera alone is a big deal for Canon but together they mark what is arguably the most important launch for the company in the digital photography era -- it is unquestionably the most important launch for Canon since it moved to mirrorless. It was odd, then, that Canon gave US media so little time with the cameras. This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake join me to go over all of the details about the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II that we weren't able to talk about when we got hands-on time with them a couple of weeks ago in Phoenix, Arizona. We weren't able to dedicate the time to doing things as we would typically for camera launches because Canon only provided us about two hours of shooting time. If we attempted to record all of this information on site, we wouldn't have had any time to evaluate the equipment. Beyond that, Canon wasn't able to provide concrete information to many of our questions in Phoenix. While we did eventually get final specifications this week, a lot was still missing. It doesn't seem like Canon wants to share everything and we'll have to get production units in hand to provide full information to everyone. So because of our limited time and because we didn't have enough information when we had the R1 and R5 Mark II in-hand, we focused our efforts on explaining the most important aspects of each camera with the anticipation that we would spend a lot more time discussing those features in a podcast format. Now that podcast is here, and we do our best to answer every question we think you might have about both cameras. Enjoy! Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio. We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you’d like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe. In This Episode 00:00 - Setting the stage and explaining how this video is divided 03:25 - Canon EOS R1 specifications and breakdown 46:05 - Canon EOS R5 II specifications and breakdown 1:07:31 - Explanation of the shooting opportunity in Arizona 1:18:22 - Opinions so far... 1:28:37 - Canon did a round of layoffs and Rudy Winston is gone 1:30:02 - OM System Curry

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