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Do you ever get tired of manually organizing, searching for, tagging, and culling your images? We do, too - and that’s where Excire can help! Excire’s photo-management software harnesses AI to make tedious tasks 10x faster, easier, and more fun. Thanks to Excire, you can easily get your images organized, stay on top of culling, and instantly find any photo in your catalog—so you can spend less time managing your images and more time doing what you love! Best of all, Excire can be integrated seamlessly into your current workflow, either using the standalone image organizer, Excire Foto 2025, or the Lightroom Classic plugin, Excire Search 2024. To purchase an Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit www.excire.com/en/shop! (PetaPixel viewers can receive 15% off their purchase with the special discount code PETAPIXEL.) This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team catches up on a huge pile of news and dives into a discussion on what Micro Four Thirds still needs to do in 2025 even with the release of the new OM System OM-3. 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 09:45 - The PPA is having a crisis of leadership (Update) 14:14 - Yashica's new point-and-shoot cameras have confusing specs 19:51 - Treyarch co-founder is the one who hit a 'Super Scooper' firefighting plane with a drone 23:38 - Aperture Priority keycaps are sweet 27:29 - Kodak is "cracking down" on dishonest motion picture respoolers 31:26 - Canon claims sweeping victory 33:52 - Despite strong camera sales, Canon missed profits projections 37:57 - Canon recommits to compacts, will scale production to meet demand 40:40 - What ELSE does Micro Four Thirds NEED in 2025? 58:57 - What have you been up to? 1:05:01 - Tech support 1:26:02 - Feel good story of the week

While many of the creator-focused additions to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are direct responses to what Apple is doing with the iPhone (digital aperture adjustment and log video are prime examples), it is perhaps Google that Samsung should be most wary of. Because it relies so much on what Google develops when it comes to AI enhancements, it might be harder for Samsung to meaningfully stand out to Android users. The PetaPixel Podcast team discusses! Do you ever get tired of manually organizing, searching for, tagging, and culling your images? We do, too - and that’s where Excire can help! Excire’s photo-management software harnesses AI to make tedious tasks 10x faster, easier, and more fun. Thanks to Excire, you can easily get your images organized, stay on top of culling, and instantly find any photo in your catalog—so you can spend less time managing your images and more time doing what you love! Best of all, Excire can be integrated seamlessly into your current workflow, either using the standalone image organizer, Excire Foto 2025, or the Lightroom Classic plugin, Excire Search 2024. To purchase an Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit www.excire.com/en/shop! (PetaPixel viewers can receive 15% off their purchase with the special discount code PETAPIXEL.) 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 06:36 - One-of-a-kind Nikon fisheye lens costs $250,000 09:27 - Pentax discontinues the K-3 III in Japan... but not in the US 13:08 - Tamron adds 120FPS support to 50-400mm on Sony E-Mount... with a caveat 16:23 - Sony adds content authenticity to a1, a1, and a9 III 19:39 - Fujifilm's new Instax Wide Evo 22:26 - Did Samsung do enough to stand apart from Google? 41:49 - What have you been up to? 46:15 - Tech support 1:14:30 - Feel good story of the week

Want to support Chris, Jordan, and the entire PetaPixel team directly? Sign up for a PetaPixel Membership and you can do just that as well as remove ads from your browsing experience here on PetaPixel.com. You also get 25% off orders from the PetaPixel Merch Store and a $15 coupon to use at the Moment store. Sign up today for just $3 per month or $30 per year. The Leica L-mount was created in 2014. The L-mount Alliance was formed in 2018. While there has been a steady release of cameras for this mount since then, considering the number of companies involved, it is a bit thin – especially for still photographers. With the recent announcement of the Leica SL3-S -- which feels like it's not the best value for the dollar in ways that go beyond even typical expectations of Leica cameras in the past-- we found ourselves asking: if you were coming in fresh to mirrorless and were thinking of investing in a system, is L-mount worth it over the alternatives? If not, why? What is missing? Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and I dig into it. 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 12:08 - DJI's new Flip looks like a nice balance between good quality and ease of use 20:08 - Nikon's custom Z9 and thermal blanket are headed to the Moon 21:53 - Canon warns that some SanDisk SD cards will corrupt with the R5 Mark II 26:02 - Canon may follow Nikon, move manufacturing out of Japan 29:41 - Adobe's generative AI in Lightroom and Photoshop is doing some weird stuff 37:40 - Leica announced the SL3-S 43:26 - Is L-Mount worth investing into in 2025? 59:43 - What have you been up to? 1:04:00 - Never read the comments / Tech support 1:32:27 - Feed good story of the week

Want to support Chris, Jordan, and the entire PetaPixel team directly? Sign up for a PetaPixel Membership and you can do just that as well as remove ads from your browsing experience here on PetaPixel.com. You also get 25% off orders from the PetaPixel Merch Store and a $15 coupon to use at the Moment store. Sign up today for just $3 per month or $30 per year. With smartphone cameras coming to a plateau on quality -- especially on zoom lenses -- there is a distinct spot for point-and-shoots. Compact cameras certainly have value and the team thinks there is definitely a place for them in the market today, but also thinks there is a "right" and "wrong" way for manufacturers to jump in on this popular trend. Sure, these kinds of cameras need to be affordable but it's often not quite enough to just slap a USB-C charging port on a compact camera design from 8 years ago and call it good. That said, there are a few compact cameras that the team thinks would be okay to just re-release with minor upgrades to start serving the market right away. 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 - We're back! Welcome to SEASON 4! 06:09 - Getty and Shutterstock are merging 08:05 - OM System promises new camera and lenses are coming "shortly" 10:34 - Fujifilm doesn't say "never" to a new film camera 18:39 - Yashica is getting in on the point-and-shoot craze 20:31 - This isn't the compact camera revival we asked for 42:55 - New gear we've picked up lately that we really like 28:20 - Never read the comments 1:02:19 - Tech support 1:29:19 - Feel good story of the week

From October 24th, 2024, to January 3rd, 2025, you can showcase your best outdoor photography for a shot at winning an incredible trip to Japan with OM SYSTEM Ambassador Lisa Michele Burns. Submit your best nature-inspired photograph for a chance to win a 7-day photo tour of Japan with OM SYSTEM Ambassador, Lisa Michele Burns. This amazing experience, valued at over $12,000 USD, is for you and a guest and will take you through some of Japan’s most incredible landscapes. Not only that, but you’ll also receive OM SYSTEM camera gear worth $2,500 USD to capture every unforgettable moment of your journey. So, what are you waiting for? The world is your canvas—show OM SYSTEM how you’ve turned the ordinary into the extraordinary. Submit your entry now, and you could be on your way to Japan! For more details, visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. Do you ever get tired of manually organizing, searching for, tagging, and culling your images? We do, too - and that’s where Excire can help! Excire’s photo-management software harnesses AI to make tedious tasks 10x faster, easier, and more fun. Thanks to Excire, you can easily get your images organized, stay on top of culling, and instantly find any photo in your catalog—so you can spend less time managing your images and more time doing what you love! To purchase an Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit excire.com/en/shop! PetaPixel viewers can receive 15% off their purchase with the special discount code PETAPIXEL. This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team says goodbye to 2024 with the most important of traditions: the airing of grievances. Thanks for joining us for season three of the PetaPixel Podcast! The show will be back in January for the episode 76 and the start of season four. em>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, it's the season finale! 07:37 - Blackmagic's Ursa Cine Immersive is coming early next year for $29,999 11:10 - Panasonic has a new point and shoot and G97 16:07 - Nikon added shutter angle and custom zebras to the Z9 21:59 - Kodak and Huf Team have a neat collab 24:07 - Adobe's reflection removal tool looks super neat 25:37 - The Annual Airing of Grievances 48:57 - Are we monsters? 1:13:10 - Never read the comments 1:19:52 - Tech support 1:37:21 - Feel good story of the week

If you’re a wildlife or birding photographer, you know the magic of capturing rare encounters from afar. Get an OM-1 Mark II, a 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS, the MC-20 2x Teleconverter, and the HLD-10 Battery Grip for just $4,499.96 – that's a savings of $1,380! Don’t miss out! This amazing offer expires on January 5, 2025! Discover more at http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or at your local OM SYSTEM retailer. -- Do you ever get tired of manually organizing, searching for, tagging, and culling your images? We do, too - and that’s where Excire can help! To purchase an Excire lifetime license or to download a 14-day free trial, visit www.excire.com/en/shop! PetaPixel viewers can receive 15% off their purchase with the special discount code PETAPIXEL. -- We are proud to announce the results of the fourth-annual PetaPixel Awards where we are able to honor the best new photography products released in the last year. 2024 was a heck of a year for photography and the results showed that: it was the closest batch of voting in the awards’ history. Support Chris and Jordan directly with a PetaPixel Membership and check out PetaPixel Merch. 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 - Into (explaining all our upcoming gear shows) 08:24 - Samyang announced a new 35mm f/1.4 P lens (and brought a 12mm f/2 lens to Canon RF mount APS-C) 13:22 - Microsoft discontinues the Surface Studio 2+ 18:48 - Canon USA brought back Rudy Winston 21:07 - The PetaPixel Awards (About, Methodology, Categories) 26:00 - Accessory of the Year 29:27 - Desktop Software of the Year 21:11 - Smartphone App of the Year 33:51 - Computer of the Year 35:18 - Smartphone of the Year 41:13 - Zoom Lens of the Year 47:36 - Prime Lens of the Year 56:48 - Camera of the Year, People's Choice Award 59:47 - Camera of the Year 1:07:36 - Photo Company of the Year 1:09:51 - What have you been up to? 1:12:14 - Tech Support 1:29:56 - Feel good story of the week

If you’re a wildlife or birding photographer, you know the magic of capturing rare encounters from afar. To bring your vision to life, OM SYSTEM has curated the ultimate telephoto kit designed for those who demand precision, durability, and exceptional image quality. Get an OM-1 Mark II, a 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS, the MC-20 2x Teleconverter, and the HLD-10 Battery Grip for just $4,499.96 – that's a savings of $1,380! Don’t miss out! This amazing offer expires on January 5, 2025! Discover more at explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or at your local OM SYSTEM retailer. -- Tamron's holiday savings are live! Don't miss out on huge savings on lenses for Sony E-mount, Nikon Z-mount, and Fujifilm X-mount mirrorless cameras from Tamron's impressive range of stellar optics. Mix the high-quality, fast performance with the company's 6-year warranty which ensures long-lasting reliability. Save up to $200 on a wide selection of lenses at tamron-americas.com/petapixel It's time! Our annual tradition continues with our BOLD PREDICTIONS for 2025! This year, we're joined by Becca Farsace and PetaPixel's Jeremy Gray to make our predictions for what the camera industry will see in the next calendar year. It's time to get bold! Support Chris and Jordan directly with a PetaPixel Membership Check out PetaPixel Merch. 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

As the holiday season draws near, now is the perfect time to purchase gifts that will bring joy to your loved ones. And if you’re ready to spoil yourself or someone special with an incredible camera deal, we’ve got the best winter offer waiting for you. Right now, OM SYSTEM is offering Black Friday pricing, and you don't want to miss it! For a limited time, the OM SYSTEM E-M10 Mark IV camera is available for $299.99 off its regular price of $999.98. Right now, you can grab the camera for just $699.99! Plus, when you buy the camera body, you’ll get the M.Zuiko 14-42mm II R lens for free—that’s an amazing deal! Don’t wait! To take advantage of these incredible deals, visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or head to explore.omsystem.com/petapixel today! In July, The PetaPixel Podcast team was joined by Camera Labs‘ Gordon Laing to give mid-term grades to every major camera and lens manufacturer. Now that the year has ended, it’s fime for them all to get graded on their finals. 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, welcome back Gordon Laing! 12:09 - Sony announced the new a1 II and 28-70mm f/2 GM 14:22 - About those onion rings... 17:44 - Great news: Tamron isn't closing the door on prime lenses after all 21:35 - Yongnuo made an "Art" lens. Wonder where the idea for that name came from 26:04 - Leica made more money in 2024 than an other in its entire 100-year history 27:01 - DJI launched the MicMini 30:52 - Grading every camera (and lens) maker's 2024! 31:14 - Canon 45:08 - Fujifilm 55:26 - Leica 1:04:14 - Nikon 1:08:55 - OM System 1:12:28 - Ricoh/Pentax 1:14:42 - Panasonic 1:20:21 - Sigma 1:26:59 - Sony 1:40:24 - 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 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