Is the Insta360 X4 8K Actually Any Good? | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-04-24 | We would like to thank our podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM! Recently, PetaPixel followed OM SYSTEM Ambassadors Tiffany Taxis and Arthur Lefo as they photographed the incredible winter wildlife of Yellowstone National Park. The photographers had brought the recently released OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II, the company’s latest telephoto zoom lens, the M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS, as well as the M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PROWatch the film here on PetaPixel's Youtube ( youtube.com/watch?v=CVB-LyWn8FA ), make sure to read Lefo’s 9 Tips for Photographing Wildlife in Winter ( petapixel.com/2022/11/28/9-tips-for-photographing-wildlife-in-winter ), and don't forget to also visit explore.omsystem.com to learn more about the OM-1 Mark II and the M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS lens.--Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this week's main story segment! Download unlimited stock media at one set price with Storyblocks: storyblocks.com/petapixel--The biggest video-centric exhibition took place last week and brought with it a ton of news, including a new dual-lens camera from Insta360 called the X4 8K. There are a lot of conflicting reports on the video quality, though and Jordan Drake has thoughts!Order an Insta360 X4: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1816273-REG/insta360_cinsabma_x4_360_deg_camera.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In This Episode:00:00 - Intro... and where's Chris?08:32 - Nikon's purchase of RED gets clearer08:48 - Nikon is 'considering' cine glass while RED will continue to use RF: petapixel.com/2024/04/15/red-will-continue-to-support-canon-rf-but-nikon-is-considering-making-cine-optics11:31 - When else has a lens/camera maker supported competitors' lenses or mounts?14:29 - Expect a new camera using tech from both Nikon and RED 'in a few years': petapixel.com/2024/04/17/a-new-camera-using-both-nikon-and-red-tech-will-come-in-a-few-years16:02 - Nikon started the process to buy RED two years ago: petapixel.com/2024/04/16/nikon-began-steps-to-acquire-red-in-2022-due-to-the-lawsuit17:40 - It looks like two-thirds of the X100VI Limited Edition camera orders in the U.S. were suspect: petapixel.com/2024/04/18/two-thirds-of-the-limited-edition-x100vi-sales-in-the-u-s-were-fraudulent20:41 - Ok, SmallRig's new tripod collab with Potato Jet actually looks sick: petapixel.com/2024/04/17/smallrigs-new-tripod-collaboration-with-potato-jet-looks-sick23:12 - Blackmagic's big week (lightning round)28:44 - So, is the Insta360 X4 8K any good? petapixel.com/2024/04/16/insta360s-new-flagship-x4-camera-delivers-8k-360-degree-video44:42 - The sounds of Shure's new MV7+ podcasting mic47:06 - What have/will you been/be up to?52:35 - Tech support1:06:12 - Never read the comments
The Pentax 17 is a Brand New FILM CAMERA! PetaPixel 2024-06-17 | After two years in development, Pentax has finally released a brand-new half-frame 35mm film camera: the Pentax 17! Chris and Jordan went down to PetaPixel Editor-in-Chief’s hometown of Portland to shoot a couple rolls of film and see what the Pentax 17 is capable of.Read Chris's full review: petapixel.com/2024/06/17/pentax-17-review-a-brand-new-film-experience-worth-havingShop PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.comRental equipment provided by The Camera Store: thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro1:27 - Format and lens2:09 - Sample images3:24 - Design and controls4:44 - Flash5:11 - Exposure modes7:36 - Viewfinder9:11 - Focusing11:08 - Close-up11:41 - Long exposures13:58 - Merch!!!14:45 - The results18:27 - Who is it for?#pentax17 #pentax
Nikon Z6 III: Its Finally Here, and Its FANTASTIC! PetaPixel 2024-06-17 | For the best deals on pre-owned camera gear, check out KEH! They're PetaPixel's Official Pre-owned Camera Gear Partner: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2581777&u=2554814&m=66875&urllink=&afftrack=Grab a pre-owned Nikon Z6 II: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2591853&u=2554814&m=66875&urllink=&afftrack=—The Nikon Z6 III is finally here! Featuring the first ‘Partially Stacked’ CMOS sensor on the market, this looks like a camera that can tackle nearly any photo or video task you throw at it. How does it really perform though? Chris and Jordan had a couple days in Portland, Oregon with a pair of Z6 III cameras to do some testing!Read Chris's full hands-on first impressions: petapixel.com/2024/06/17/nikon-z6-iii-initial-review-a-middleweight-fighter-with-heavyweight-dreamsShop PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.comRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel#nikon #nikonz6iii #z6iii
Just How GOOD are Voigtlander Lenses? | Nokton 50mm f/1 & 40mm f/1.2 PetaPixel 2024-06-15 | For 70% off your first year Audiio Pro subscription go to audiio.com/petapixel and make sure to use the offer code "petapixel"!The Audiio Pro subscription gives you unlimited access to music + SFX to use anywhere - from YouTube monetization to local television broadcast for you and end clients up to 100 employees.If you or your clients have more than 100 employees, you could benefit from an Audiio Enterprise Subscription. Enterprise subscription comes with complimentary song search, worldwide music rights clearance, and a totally customizable subscription for your specific needs — from digital to global ad campaigns! Visit audiio.com/petapixel and click on the ‘Enterprise’ button in top right corner! And be sure to mention PetaPixel as your referral.---Thanks to Westcott, PetaPixel's preferred lighting partner! Products featured:L60-B Bi-Color Constant Light: fjwestcott.com/products/l60-b-bi-color-cob-led-60w?sca_ref=4142132.p5qzF50h12NPF Battery Grip Kit: fjwestcott.com/products/np-f-battery-grip-with-batteries-charger?sca_ref=4142132.p5qzF50h12---Voigtlander is an esteemed name in photographic history, but Chris has never actually reviewed any of their lenses. We took the 50mm f/1 and 40mm f/1.2 Nokton lenses to see if there’s still a reason to plunk down a premium price for manual focus optics.Shop PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.comRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro1:46 - Sample images2:18 - Design and controls4:22 - Flare and sunstars5:24 - Bokeh6:25 - LoCA7:09 - Portraits8:36 - Sharpness10:18 - Which should you buy?
Adobe, What Are You DOING?! | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-06-12 | Today, OM SYSTEM is bringing you a deal that you simply cannot beat. For those who love the great outdoors and are passionate about photography, the weight and size of your camera gear can be a real game-changer. Enter the OM SYSTEM OM-5 -- not only does it boast cutting-edge tech and unmatched performance, but it also leaves ample space in your bag for all your adventure essentials.For a limited time, OM SYSTEM is running an exclusive June promotion. Now through June 30th, when you purchase the OM-5 camera and the M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 II lens together, you'll receive $550 in savings off the regular price! You can now own this duo for just $1,299.99.Don’t let this offer slip away. Head to your nearest authorized retailer or swing by http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to grab this fantastic deal before it’s gone. But hurry: the offer ends on June 30, 2024.--PetaPixel merch: store.petapixel.com--Adobe is having a hard time getting out of its own way. Last week, the company pushed an update to its terms of service that was widely viewed as an over-reach. The company plans to change them again, but is it too late? The PetaPixel Podcast team discusses. We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel---In this episode:00:00 -Intro10:00 - Canon dropped two dual-optic lenses. The first: petapixel.com/2024/06/10/apple-promoted-an-unannounced-dual-lens-canon-optic-coming-this-year 11:17 - It's Apple Certified, too: petapixel.com/2024/06/11/canon-is-making-apple-certified-hardware-and-software-for-vision-pro12:12 - The other one is an APS-C lens as well: petapixel.com/2024/06/10/new-canon-rf-s-3-9mm-f-3-5-dual-fisheye-lens-brings-3d-vr-to-aps-c07:00 - Blackmagic made a stereoscopic video camera that shoots 8kp90 per eye: petapixel.com/2024/06/10/the-blackmagic-ursa-cine-immersive-captures-8k-footage-per-eye-for-the-vision-pro24:43 - Apple Intelligence in photo editing: petapixel.com/2024/06/10/apple-intelligence-brings-generative-ai-to-photo-editing28:20 - The Adobe Block28:49 - Adobe's updated terms of use update enrage photographers: petapixel.com/2024/06/06/photographers-outraged-by-adobes-new-privacy-and-content-terms29:36 - Adobe says it isn't spying on users: petapixel.com/2024/06/07/adobe-responds-to-terms-of-use-controversy-says-it-isnt-spying-on-users29:52 - Adobe's chief legal counsel wrote a blog, will adjust the ToS: petapixel.com/2024/06/10/adobe-revising-terms-of-use-to-clarify-content-licensing-ai-and-privacy42:55 - Nikon Z6 III is coming next week: petapixel.com/2024/06/10/nikon-will-announce-the-z6-iii-camera-on-june-1744:08 - Fujifilm makes a lot of cameras now, do we need them all?1:03:04 - What have you been up to?1:08:27 - Tech support1:08:36 - How can I take better indoor sports photos?1:15:24 - What is your favorite way to take a break from editing without losing your groove? 1:18:51 - Three major questions about lenses and how they resolve.1:28:09 - Never read the comments (but we always do)
Why Would You Buy a $2,000 Micro Four Thirds Camera in 2024? | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-06-06 | Today’s podcast is brought to you by OM SYSTEM and their award-winning TOUGH TG-7—a camera built to withstand the most extreme conditions. The TOUGH TG-7 is built like a tank. It’s waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof and crushproof. Whether you’re hiking in the mountains, exploring underwater wonders, or simply documenting everyday moments, this camera rises to the occasion.Just in time for Father’s Day and graduation gifts, save $50 on your purchase of a OM SYSTEM TOUGH TG-7 (normally $549.99 (US), now $499.99 (US) take advantage of this special offer, visit your local OM SYSTEM authorized retailer, or head to http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. Don’t miss out on your chance to capture the extraordinary with the OM SYSTEM TOUGH TG-7.--Yesterday, Panasonic announced the GH7, a video-packed powerhouse of a camera that looks to be almost perfect. The only compromise? The Micro Four Thirds sensor. So we knew there would be a lot of folks asking: why would you spend $2,000 for the GH7 when the S5IIX exists? Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider discuss!We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In This Episode:00:00 - Intro, and the new subscriber stretch goal challenge 08:20 - Wait, PetaPixel merch?11:22 - DJI seems very worried it's about to get banned in the U.S.: petapixel.com/2024/06/03/dji-seems-to-believe-that-it-is-very-possible-its-drones-will-be-banned19:05 - Adobe removes AI image in the "style of Ansel Adams" after the late photographer's estate blasted them on social media: petapixel.com/2024/06/03/adobe-removes-ai-images-in-the-style-of-ansel-adams-after-complaint23:07 - Less than half of all Japanese households own a digital camera: petapixel.com/2024/05/29/less-than-half-of-all-japanese-households-own-a-digital-camera28:29 - Kodak cameras with 10-year-old tech are selling like crazy: petapixel.com/2024/05/29/kodak-branded-cameras-with-decade-old-tech-are-outselling-all-others-in-japan33:16 - Have Sigma zooms reached the quality benchmark of Sigma primes?42:14 - Why Would You Buy a $2,000 Micro Four Thirds Camera in 2024?58:06 - What have you been up to?1:03:38 - Tech support1:03:51 - Why doesn't a 24-85mm f/1.2 exist?1:06:24 - What tech came out that you thought was meh but was actually great, and vice versa?1:13:45 - Why do we call it "post processing"?1:17:10 - Why is no one else making a camera like the GR III?1:18:45 - Why is my camera seemingly ignoring my shutter speed limit threshold?1:21:57 - Will L-mount be getting any compact lenses?1:24:54 - Will Sony (or someone else) ever make lenses like Canon's unusual fast zooms?
The Panasonic GH7 Has ALMOST No Compromises! PetaPixel 2024-06-05 | The Panasonic GH series has always been some of the best hybrid cameras ever made, and the new Lumix GH7 brings the best features of the GH6 and last year's G9 II together in a single body with new features like internal raw video and 32-bit float audio. Will this become Jordan’s camera of choice for shooting PetaPixel’s YouTube show? Better watch and find out.Read the full hands-on: petapixel.com/2024/06/05/panasonic-lumix-gh7-initial-review-sensor-size-is-the-only-compromiseRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro0:32 - Photography1:20 - Body and handling2:59 - History of recent GH Cameras4:20 - ProRes Raw5:04 - 1080/240P6:17 - Audio7:29 - Real-Time LUT8:31 - Shooting Experience10:07 - Why Micro 4/3?
Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art: The brightest full frame zoom EVER MADE PetaPixel 2024-06-03 | This episode was brought to you by Skillshare! The first 500 people to use my link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare! https://skl.sh/petapixel06241—Thanks to Westcott, PetaPixel's preferred lighting partner, for sponsoring this episode!Products featured:FJ400 Strobe 200Ws with AC/DC Battery: fjwestcott.com/products/fj200-strobe?sca_ref=4142132.p5qzF50h12FJ-X3 M Universal Wireless Flash Trigger: fjwestcott.com/products/fj-x3-m-wireless-universal-flash-trigger?sca_ref=4142132.p5qzF50h12 Rapid Box Switch Octa-S: fjwestcott.com/products/rapid-box-switch-octa-s?sca_ref=4142132.p5qzF50h12—The Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art is the fastest full frame zoom lens we’ve ever seen. It looks perfect for video and event work, but how does it perform in the real world? Chris Niccolls went to Calgary’s East Village to find out.Rental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro1:58 - Design and controls3:41 - Sample images4:14 - Autofocus4:39 - LoCA5:15 - Portrait5:59 - Sharpness7:08 - Close-up 7:41 - Flare and sunstars8:19 - Bokeh8:53 - Video9:59 - Should you buy it?
Are YouTuber Camera Press Trips Ethical? | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-05-29 | During OM SYSTEM’s Trade-in, Trade-up event throughout May and June, you’ll enjoy significant savings! You’ll receive the value of your trade-in, plus additional rebates and offers on select products, increasing your savings even more. Plus, you’ll receive a trade-up bonus towards the purchase of select OM SYSTEM products, making this an ideal opportunity to upgrade.Visit your nearest authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or check out http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for more information on how to upgrade your gear today!--Professional quality prints are the perfect way to elevate your photography and, if you have your own photo business, a great way to boost sales. With Bay Photo as your partner lab, you can easily order and quickly deliver stunning photo products to your clients.PetaPixel viewers can save 25% Off Any One Wall Display Order with promo code PETAPIXEL25. This includes Metal Prints, Acrylic Prints, Framed Prints, Epic Prints, Canvas Wraps and so much more. Go to http://bayphoto.com/petapixel to create your next high-impact display today!--This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake give their insight into camera press trips and whether or not they believe they allow for ethical evaluation of equipment. They also talk about medium format and how viable it is in 2024 for wildlife and bird photography.We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixelIn This Episode00:00 - Intro08:07 - The Leica D-Lux 8 looks familiar: petapixel.com/2024/05/23/the-new-leica-d-lux-8-is-a-familiar-premium-camera-with-a-facelift16:39 - YouTube reviews and press trips: are they ethical?45:40 - Is wildlife photography on medium format a real thing now?1:04:10 - What have you been up to?1:09:53 - Tech support1:10:00 - Is there any advantage to shooting uncompressed RAW?1:11:16 - How does Jordan process audio for YouTube?1:13:42 - Are there any tricks to making a video using footage from multiple camera brands?1:16:30 - Will we ever see a leaf shutter lens in the L-mount to mitigate rolling shutter effects?1:23:05 - Never read the comments
Fujifilm GF 500mm f/5.6 Review: Medium Format Wildlife Photography?! PetaPixel 2024-05-28 | Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this episode! Download unlimited stock media at one set price with Storyblocks: storyblocks.com/petapixel—The Fujinon GF 500mm f/5.6 LM OIS WR is the longest lens available for the Fujifilm GFX system, and the longest medium format lens we’ve ever tested. Will it allow the GFX bodies to be competitive for sports and wildlife shooting? We took the lens to the Calgary Zoo on a rainy day to see how it performs!See Chris's photos and read his full review: petapixel.com/2024/05/28/fujinon-gf-500mm-f-5-6-lm-wr-ois-review-medium-format-wildlife-no-jokeRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro1:55 - Sample images2:24 - Design and controls3:55 - Teleconverter use4:22 - Sharpness5:43 - Close-up performance6:03 - Autofocus6:32 - LoCA6:52 - Bokeh7:27 - Should you buy it?
The Canon R1 is FINALLY Coming (and the S9, Too) | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-05-23 | Thanks to OM SYSTEM for sponsoring the PetaPixel Podcast! Save on the OM SYSTEM lenses that made PetaPixel’s The Best Lenses for Micro Four Thirds Cameras in 2024 list (petapixel.com/best-lenses-for-micro-four-thirds-cameras/). Right now, you can get the incredible OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro II for just $799, $200 off its retail price. Or how about the OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4 Pro, which is just $699 right now, also $200 off its retail price. However, the savings don’t stop there. Right now, you can save up to $400 on EVERY M.Zuiko lens! Visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to learn more about these savings, as well as OM SYSTEM’s Trade-in, Trade-up event throughout May and June.--It's been a crazy week of news in the photography world with the biggest drop likely being Canon finally coming out and saying that the R1 is indeed a real camera and will be coming soon. We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In this episode:00:00 - Intro05:26 - What is your favorite OM System lens? (Top Micro Four Thirds lenses: petapixel.com/best-lenses-for-micro-four-thirds-cameras)09:20 - Canon is finally going to release the R1: petapixel.com/2024/05/14/canon-announces-development-of-the-eos-r1-the-r-systems-first-flagship10:24 - Subtle differences between the R1 and R3 body design: petapixel.com/2024/05/15/the-canon-eos-r1-and-eos-r3-have-subtle-design-differences12:01 - Fake specs leaked: petapixel.com/2024/05/15/canon-r1-to-have-30mp-sensor-120fps-continuous-shooting-1-1250-flash-sync-and-enhanced-dynamic-range14:45 - Adorama apologizes for posting fake specs: petapixel.com/2024/05/17/adorama-publicly-apologizes-for-causing-canon-r1-confusion 18:41 - ASMP calls out Adobe for "shocking dismissal of photography": petapixel.com/2024/05/20/asmp-calls-out-adobe-for-its-shocking-dismissal-of-photography22:43 - Meanwhile, Adobe adds Firefly AI to Lightroom: petapixel.com/2024/05/21/huge-adobe-lightroom-update-adds-ai-generative-remove-and-lens-blurring26:58 - Capture One's new "Studio" offering is wildly expensive: petapixel.com/2024/05/15/capture-one-increased-the-price-of-multi-user-plans-by-34428:30 - Ricoh's new GR III HDF is so outrageously popular it's being sold by lottery: petapixel.com/2024/05/17/ricohs-new-gr-iii-hdf-cameras-sold-by-lottery-due-to-extreme-popularity34:01 - So, about that Lumix S9... and how is L-mount doing in 2024?50:22 - What have you been up to?54:23 - Tech support54:49 - How much of an issue is overheating on the Insta360 X4?58:11 - What are the best lenses for the SL3 and GFX100S II when it comes to landscapes and sports photography?1:01:40 - Is there a notable difference between adapted old Nikon glass and new Fujifilm X glass?1:03:30 - Can you clarify how both megapixels and lens quality impact sharpness and crop-ability? 1:06:24 - Log is confusing, can you explain how to properly expose for it?1:11:00 - Help managing the limitations of JPEG but the storage strain of RAW1:13:02 - Never read the comments
The Panasonic S9 is Small, Pretty, and Utterly Baffling PetaPixel 2024-05-22 | For a lifetime subscription to Audiio's great music library for $199 (down from $499) go to: audiio.com/petapixelMake sure to use offer code "petapixel199"! You can't even find a price that low on Audiio's website. Take advantage of this insanely good deal today and never worry about the cost of music for your videos ever again.—The Panasonic Lumix S9 is the most affordable option for photographers and videographers looking to get into the full-frame L-Mount. The body is incredibly small but still boasts nice specs. Sacrifices needed to be made though, and we were concerned there might be a few too many. Check out our review from the streets of Osaka and Kyoto to find out if this is the right camera for you!Disclosure: Panasonic provided PetaPixel with travel and accommodations for the purposes of this video. It had no input on content and all opinions shared are those of PetaPixel.Rental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro1:57 - Design and controls4:04 - Sensor6:51 - Sample Images8:52 - LUTs for photography13:25 - Video20:22 - How it compares21:45 - Who is it for?#lumixs9 #panasonics9
The Fujifilm 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 Has a LOT to Live Up To! PetaPixel 2024-05-21 | The Fujifilm 18-55mm f/2.8-4 was one of the most legendary kit lenses of all time, but now we have a replacement in the 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 LM WR. Can this new kit lens resolve the 40 megapixel detail required on the latest cameras? And more importantly, can it live up to the legacy of its precursor? Chris Niccolls roamed the streets of Calgary to find out.Order the Fujifilm 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 here: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1827206-REG/fujifilm_16814817_xf16_50mm_f_2_8_4_8_r_lm.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Read the full review: petapixel.com/2024/05/21/fujifilm-xf-16-50mm-f-2-8-4-8-review-a-lot-to-live-up-toRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro1:52 - Sample images2:19 - Design and controls3:03 - Autofocus3:20 - Flare and sunstars4:01 - Bokeh4:58 - Close-up performance5:26 - Sharpness6:43 - Video performance7:41 - vs. 18-55mm
Fujifilm Had a MASSIVE Week! | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-05-17 | During OM SYSTEM’s Trade-in, Trade-up event throughout May and June, you’ll enjoy significant savings! You’ll receive the value of your trade-in, plus additional rebates and offers on select products, increasing your savings even more. Plus, you’ll receive a trade-up bonus towards the purchase of select OM SYSTEM products, making this an ideal opportunity to upgrade.Visit your nearest authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or check out http://www.explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for more information on how to upgrade your gear today!--Professional quality prints are the perfect way to elevate your photography and, if you have your own photo business, a great way to boost sales. With Bay Photo as your partner lab, you can easily order and quickly deliver stunning photo products to your clients. PetaPixel viewers can save 25% Off Any One Wall Display Order with promo code PETAPIXEL25. This includes MetalPrints, Acrylic Prints, Framed Prints, Epic Prints, Canvas Wraps and so much more. Go to http://bayphoto.com/petapixel to create your next high-impact display today!--Fujifilm held another Fujikina event, this time in Australia, to announce four new products: the X-T50, the GFX100S II, XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 R LM WR lens, and the GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR. Two of these announcements, the lenses, were expected: Fujifilm is one of the few companies that publishes lens roadmaps well ahead of official product announcements. But the two cameras were less so, especially considering the GFX 100 II was announced so recently, seeing the GFX100S II may have come as somewhat of a surprise. The X-T50 is also a bit unexpected and it brings a new dial to the party that is just for film simulations. There is a lot to discuss, and that's not even touching on the new Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 Art II, which was also announced this week. It's a packed episode you won't want to miss!We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In This Episode:00:00 - Intro (first food you would grab in Japan)06:27 - Nikon bought RED for just $85M: petapixel.com/2024/05/09/nikon-bought-red-for-just-85m09:23 - Contextualizing that value: petapixel.com/2024/05/11/contextualizing-red-cinemas-seemingly-small-85m-sale-price11:12 - Fujifilm's profits are soaring: petapixel.com/2024/05/09/fujifilms-camera-profits-soar-on-the-backs-of-instax-and-the-x100-series15:06 - Sigma's new 24-70mm f/2.8 is REALLY good: petapixel.com/2024/05/16/the-sigma-24-70mm-f-2-8-dg-dn-art-ii-first-impressions-review-has-g-master-quality-for-half-the-price19:33 - Fujifilm's MASSIVE week! Everything Fuji announced and what excites us!21:44 - X-T50: petapixel.com/2024/05/15/hands-on-with-the-fujifilm-x-t50-an-x-t5-lite-or-something-more25:05 - GFX 100S II: petapixel.com/2024/05/15/hands-on-with-the-fujifilm-gfx-100s-ii-medium-format-for-the-masses28:58 - XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 R LM WR: petapixel.com/2024/05/15/the-xf-16-50mm-f-2-8-4-8-r-lm-wr-is-fujifilms-new-kit-lens35:05 - GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR: petapixel.com/2024/05/15/super-tele-fujifilm-gf-500mm-f-5-6-lens-doubles-the-gfx-systems-reach40:43 - Fujifilm makes a lot of cameras now47:06 - What have you been up to?51:03 - Tech support, and a disclaimer52:46 - How close would a full frame with a 1.4x teleconverter be to an APS-C camera at the same shutter speed and f-stop?55:14 - What is a good Sony lens to get started with videography?57:24 - What is your favorite camera menu system?1:02:04 - What is your favorite obscure camera feature?1:05:46 - Is the photo and video industry toxic?1:11:38 - Never read the comments
Sigmas 24-70mm f/2.8 Art II Might Be Better Than a Sony G-Master PetaPixel 2024-05-16 | For the best deals on pre-owned camera gear, check out KEH! They're PetaPixel's Official Pre-owned Camera Gear Partner: bit.ly/3JubxUPLooking to save now that Sigma has a new 24-70mm? Grab the original used for a nice discount: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2572842&u=2554814&m=66875&urllink=&afftrack=--The original Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN was a great lens for the price when it was released, but it has since been outperformed by some premium options. Now we have the 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art II, which maintains the low price but offers enormously improved performance. Does it have what it takes to dethrone the mighty Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II? We met up with Shawn Wagar and Raymond Knight of Verra Creative to find out which one is the best buy.Rental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro2:04 - Sample images2:45 - Design and controls4:25 - Close-up performance5:12 - Sunstars5:54 - Sharpness8:11 - Video performance9:15 - Autofocus9:56 - More samples!10:57 - Should you buy it?
The Fuji X-T50 is More Than a (VERY) Pretty Face PetaPixel 2024-05-16 | For the best deals on pre-owned camera gear, check out KEH! They're PetaPixel's official pre-owned gear partner: bit.ly/3JubxUPGrab a used X-T30: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2572825&u=2554814&m=66875&urllink=&afftrack=Or nab a used X-T20: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2572836&u=2554814&m=66875&urllink=&afftrack=--The Fujifilm X-T5 has proven incredibly popular, and now we have a smaller, less expensive version with the same excellent 40MP sensor: the Fujifilm X-T50! What corners did Fujifilm have to cut to make this all possible? Chris Niccolls went to the Eau Claire Market mall days before it was demolished to find out.Read the full review and see more photos: petapixel.com/2024/05/15/hands-on-with-the-fujifilm-x-t50-an-x-t5-lite-or-something-moreRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro1:27 - vs X-T52:24 - Sample images2:43 - Design and handling4:49 - Displays5:29 - Kit options6:19 - Battery Life7:22 - Video functionality8:41 - The wrap
Fujis GFX100S II is the Medium Format Camera for MOST People! PetaPixel 2024-05-16 | For the best deals on pre-owned camera gear, check out KEH! They're PetaPixel's Official Pre-owned Camera Gear Partner: bit.ly/3JubxUPLooking for a used GFX100S? Find one here: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2572839&u=2554814&m=66875&urllink=&afftrack=Or even consider the original GFX100: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2572841&u=2554814&m=66875&urllink=&afftrack=--Thanks to Westcott, PetaPixel's preferred lighting partner! Products featured:FJ400 Strobe 400Ws with AC/DC Battery: fjwestcott.com/products/fj400-strobe-400ws-with-ac-dc-battery?sca_ref=4142132.p5qzF50h12 FJ-X3 M Universal Wireless Flash Trigger: fjwestcott.com/products/fj-x3-m-wireless-universal-flash-trigger?sca_ref=4142132.p5qzF50h12 Beauty Dish Switch: fjwestcott.com/products/beauty-dish-switch-by-manny-ortiz-36?sca_ref=4142132.p5qzF50h12-For price to performance, the Fujifilm GFX 100S was hard to beat, but now we have the new GFX 100S II which has many of the features from the flagship GFX 100 II. Is this the best option for photographers shooting classic medium format subjects like landscape and portraiture? Chris Niccolls went to Elbow Falls to find out for you!Read the full hands-on and see Chris's photos: petapixel.com/2024/05/15/hands-on-with-the-fujifilm-gfx-100s-ii-medium-format-for-the-massesRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro1:11 - Body and controls2:26 - Displays3:31 - Sample Images4:09 - Burst shooting4:50 - Sensor5:44 - Autofocus6:30 - Portraits7:33 - Video8:41 - Who is it for?
Apple a Camera Company Now (Again) | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-05-08 | Thanks to OM System for sponsoring the PetaPixel Podcast! Right now, OM SYSTEM is offering one of their best spring deals yet. You can get the sleek and versatile E-M10 Mark IV camera body, and guess what? They’re throwing in a free M.Zuiko 14-42mm II R lens. That’s right, free! Visit OM SYSTEM’s website at http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel and check out the E-M10 Mark IV bundle!--Before yesterday, the QuickTake 100 was the last time Apple built the hardware and complete, full-fledged software for an image capture device. Even though the iPhone has been equipped with a camera from the beginning, Apple has relied on third-party developers to make its camera hardware actually useable for anything other than quick snaps. The company dabbled in camera development but shied away from jumping all the way into the pool.But with Final Cut Camera, Apple signaled very loudly that it is shifting its perspective: it's now making the software required to take full advantage of its capture hardware. There really is no other definition of a camera company than that.We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In this episode:00:00 - Intro (what was your first photo and video editing software?)09:13 - What is going on with the Canon EOS R1? petapixel.com/2024/05/06/it-might-not-be-possible-for-the-canon-eos-r1-to-overcome-its-expectations19:31 - Insta360 is having a terrible time: petapixel.com/2024/05/06/insta360-under-fire-what-the-company-did-to-lose-trust-and-how-it-hopes-to-win-it-back27:21 - GoPro says Insta360 infringed on its patents: petapixel.com/2024/05/06/gopro-says-insta360-violated-its-patents-and-the-us-is-taking-notice30:21 - Apple's new iPad Air: petapixel.com/2024/05/07/ipad-air-gets-m2-and-size-upgrade30:56 - iPad Pro: petapixel.com/2024/05/07/new-ipad-pro-features-breakthrough-oled-new-chip-and-thinner-chassis and M4: petapixel.com/2024/05/07/apple-debuts-m4-on-the-new-ipad-pro44:43 - Apple is finally a real camera company now: petapixel.com/2024/05/07/final-cut-pro-ipad-2-final-camera-apple-annoucement56:40 - What have you been up to?1:01:03 - Tech Supportapalooza1:30:16 - Ben Horne: benhorne.com/gallery
Hasselblads BRIGHTEST Wide Angle Prime is a Gem! PetaPixel 2024-05-07 | Explore an all new AI Editing experience with Aftershoot Edits 2.0 and get Consistent Edits, Every Time. Start your Free Trial today!aftershoot.com/editsThere is no shortage of wide-angle primes for the Hasselblad X system, so what does the new XCD 25mm f/2.5 bring to the table? Chris Niccolls went out to shoot architecture, an abandoned mall, and some night cityscapes to find out where this new optic excels in this hands-on review!Read the full review (and see sample photos) here: petapixel.com/2024/05/07/hasselblad-xcd-25mm-f-2-5-review-bright-and-wideRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audiio music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro1:27 - Sample photos2:14 - Design and controls3:08 - Autofocus3:38 - Flare and sunstars4:08 - Bokeh5:30 - Sharpness6:16 - Night photography7:00 - Should you buy it?
Hasselblad XCD 90mm f/2.5 Review: Lighter, Brighter, BETTER! PetaPixel 2024-05-05 | The Hasselblad X system is a great choice for portrait photographers, and on paper the new XCD 90mm f/2.5 looks like a killer option. That's why we were excited to test it ourselves, but less excited that we chose to film the video on the windiest day of the year. Will the lens live up to our expectations? Will Chris' hair survive? Find out now!Read Chris's full review: petapixel.com/2024/05/05/hasselblad-xcd-90mm-f-2-5-v-review-lighter-brighter-betterRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro0:30 - Design and controls1:31 - Flare1:50 - Sync Speed2:17 - LoCA2:40 - Bokeh3:25 - Sharpness4:01 - Should you buy it?
Chris and Jordan Celebrating ONE YEAR at PetaPixel! PetaPixel 2024-05-03 | Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake joined PetaPixel one year ago, and what a year it has been. Hi everyone! Jaron here, editor of PetaPixel and co-host of the PetaPixel Podcast. Personally, I feel like this past year flew by. Speaking for everyone here at PetaPixel, we truly enjoy bringing the best possible content to you every week and have big plans on how to continue to grow what we do and how we do it all with the same goal in mind: educate, inform, and inspire in all things photography.Here's to a fun-filled year and to many more!
PetaPixel VacationCast: Canon FINALLY Opens the RF Mount! | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-05-01 | If you love photography and are looking for your next opportunity to upgrade your gear, or if you’ve been waiting to purchase the new OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II, you won’t want to miss this special offer from OM SYSTEM!Bring any qualified interchangeable lens camera to a dealer location for evaluation. You’ll receive the value of your traded gear, plus additional offers, and rebates on select products, boosting your savings even further. PLUS, you’ll earn a Trade-up bonus towards the purchase of select OM SYSTEM products, making it the perfect time to upgrade. But don’t wait, these offers are only available until the end of June!Visit your nearest authorized OM SYSTEM retailer or visit explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for more details on how to upgrade your gear today!--News doesn't take a break, so this week, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake join Jaron Schneider from the comfort of their hotel room on the coast of Vancouver Island. The biggest story? Canon's RF mount is finally open to third-party developers, but there is a catch. That said, there might be a good reason for Canon to make this choice, as its sales aren't doing great. The trio also discusses Sigma and Nikon and Canon's response to the situation at RED Cinema. Finally, it can be hard for solo creators to work with larger teams when they're given the opportunity, so the three present their tips for making the most of those types of opportunities. We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In this episode:00:00 - Intro08:16 - Canon finally opens the RF mount... but just a crack: petapixel.com/2024/04/22/canon-is-finally-letting-sigma-and-tamron-make-rf-mount-lenses12:47 - So why isn't Sigma on Nikon Z mount?16:19 - Camera sales boomed last year, but not for Canon: petapixel.com/2024/04/26/camera-sales-grew-for-first-time-in-13-years-but-not-for-canon18:50 - Canon is surprisingly upbeat about Nikon's RED acquisition: petapixel.com/2024/04/25/canon-hopes-nikons-purchase-of-red-leads-to-video-market-revitalization22:04 - Should we ditch the term "mirrorless" and just use DSLR? petapixel.com/2024/04/25/should-we-just-use-dslr-to-describe-big-cameras-mirror-or-not28:15 - Our tips for solo creators when they have to work with bigger teams 43:15 - Insta360 is asking creators to not disclose sponsorships? youtube.com/watch?v=5GuO7AWJl5o&feature=youtu.be46:24 - What have you been up to?48:21 - Tech Support1:11:49 - Never read the comments
The Very LEAST You Need to Be a Pro Portrait Photographer! PetaPixel 2024-04-30 | For the best deals on pre-owned camera gear, check out KEH! They're PetaPixel's preferred pre-owned gear partner: bit.ly/3JubxUP----Can professional images be made with bargain-basement gear? We took up the challenge to create stunning portraits with the bare minimum. Chris Niccolls spent as little as possible to equip professional portrait photographer Nathan Elson and find out what was the very least he needed to create stunning portraits. Read Chris's full story and see the portraits: petapixel.com/2024/04/30/the-very-least-you-need-to-be-a-pro-portrait-photographerRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro1:11 - The Camera 2:33 - The photographer3:35 - The shoot5:23 - Looking for light6:22 - Focal length6:51 - Crisis!7:20 - The wrap
Fujifilm X100 VI Review: Whats All the HYPE About?! PetaPixel 2024-04-25 | This episode was brought to you by Skillshare! The first 500 viewers to use our link will receive a free month of Skillshare! https://skl.sh/petapixel04241 -The Fujifilm X100 VI is by far the most popular compact camera in the world, so Chris, Jordan and Jaron brought THREE of them to the streets of San Francisco to see how they perform. Does this camera deserve all the hype?Read the full review (and see a ton of photos): petapixel.com/2024/04/25/fujifilm-x100vi-review-joy-masquerading-as-a-cameraOrder a Fujifilm X100VI for yourself:From Moment: http://partner.shopmoment.com/Gm9vDkFrom B&H: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1811352-REG/fujifilm_16821822_x100vi_digital_camera_silver.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Rentals provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro3:13 - Sample photos4:12 - OVF5:42 - Sharpness7:16 - IBIS8:00 - Bokeh9:00 - Shooting experience10:19 - Video performance15:30 - Should you buy it?
The BIGGEST Digital Camera Ever Made! PetaPixel 2024-04-20 | Introducing ELEMENTS from Audiio! ELEMENTS revolutionizes the way video creators produce content with music by providing song stem files for each track, offering unparalleled flexibility and control over every musical score.Get unlimited access with their Pro plan for 70% off your first year. audiio.com/petapixel + discount code ‘petapixel’. PetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show. --In the early 1990s, a group of scientists had a dream: a new type of telescope that would push astronomy, astrophysics, and imaging technology further than ever before. It would be a device that could see giant swaths of the sky and help unravel the mystery of dark matter. 30 years later, that dream is a reality. Just how impressive is the LSST, the brand new, world’s biggest camera? Chris Niccolls went to SLAC laboratories in Stanford to take a close up look at this incredible piece of technology.Read more about the LSST on PetaPixel: petapixel.com/2024/04/20/the-biggest-digital-camera-ever-made-6600-pounds-and-3200-megapixelsRental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro2:14 - The sensor4:36 - The lens5:46 - Filters6:38 - The shutter7:26 - Cooling8:44 - Vera Rubin Observatory9:28 - Transportation10:27 - What will it do?11:42 - The wrap
Ranking Every Camera Makers Software (Theyre All Bad) | The PetaPixel Carcast PetaPixel 2024-04-17 | We want to once again thank our podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM, who is bringing you an unbeatable deal today! For outdoor enthusiasts and photographers, size and weight of camera gear often plays a big role. The OM SYSTEM OM-5 not only offers cutting-edge technology and unrivaled performance, but also ensures you have room in your bag for other essentials needed for your adventure. Adventure enthusiasts and photography fans alike can now pair the OM-5 with the M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 II lens for just $1,299.99 after a rebate. That’s a steal considering the quality and performance you’ll experience with this fully weather-sealed camera and lens combination. Don’t miss out on capturing your adventures with OM SYSTEM. Head to your nearest authorized retailer or visit http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel to take advantage of this amazing offer before it ends on April 28, 2024.-Big thanks to German startup Neurapix for also sponsoring this podcast episode. Neurapix is transforming image editing by giving you a plugin fully integrated with Lightroom that adjusts slider values for each RAW file individually. With just 20 images, create your SmartPreset and edit up to 1,000 photos per minute! PetaPixel listeners get 2,000 free edits. You can get the deal here: link.neurapix.com/PetaPixel--As long as there is no real reason to ever download it and use it, it’s actually not a big deal if a camera company’s software doesn’t work great. Photographers are using third-party software like Adobe Lightroom and Capture One a majority of the time and it probably isn’t unusual for them to never feel the need to download first-party software.That was until companies started locking features behind these programs. For example, Canon Dual Pixel RAW requires the use of Digital Photo Professional and Sony requires photographers fire up Imaging Edge if they want to use Pixel Shift Multi-Shot. Neither of these programs are intuitive to use and, perhaps worse, they are frustratingly slow and prone to crashing.So, looking at the state of photography in 2024, Chris, Jordan, and I asked ourselves this: how is it acceptable that all these programs are just varying degrees of bad? The three of us dig into it while driving from San Jose to San Francisco in the first-ever PetaPixel Carcast!--We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In This Episode:00:00 - Welcome to the PetaPixel CarCast!06:32 - The highly anticipated lasagna throwdown18:18 - Adobe Will Buy Your Videos for Up to $7.25 Per Minute to Train AI: petapixel.com/2024/04/11/adobe-will-buy-your-videos-for-up-to-7-25-per-minute-to-train-ai-report22:46 - Panasonic S5II and S5IIX get firmware updates: petapixel.com/2024/04/10/panasonic-s5ii-and-s5iix-get-camera-to-cloud-better-af-and-is-and-more27:22 - Leica's Leitz Phone 1 Looks Dope, but it's Japan-Only: petapixel.com/2024/04/10/leicas-leitz-phone-3-pairs-big-sensor-with-new-modes-but-is-japan-only33:00 - Nikon completes its acquisition of RED: petapixel.com/2024/04/12/nikon-is-officially-reds-new-owner 36:42 - It's pretty inexcusable that camera company software is so bad1:01:49 - Tech support1:15:24 - Never read the comments
The Sony Wide Angle Lens MOST Photographers Should Get: Sony 16-25mm f/2.8 G Review PetaPixel 2024-04-16 | Sony already has a number of excellent ultra-wide zoom lenses, so we were surprised to see the Sony 16-25mm f/2.8 G, a sister lens to the itty-bitty 24-50mm f/2.8. How does this new lens compare to Sony’s other offerings, and some excellent third-party competition? Chris Niccolls went to downtown Calgary to find out.Read the full Sony 16-25mm f/2.8 G Review: petapixel.com/2024/04/16/sony-g-16-25mm-f-2-8-review-this-is-the-wide-angle-lens-you-should-buyOrder the Sony 16-25mm f/2.8 G:B&H: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1823773-REG/sony_fe_16_25mm_f_2_8_g.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Rental equipment provided by The Camera Store: thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro0:42 - Sample photos1:33 - Design and handling2:24 - Flare and sunstars3:01 - Autofocus3:16 - Bokeh3:51 - Sharpness4:52 - Video performance5:50 - Should you buy it?
Photographing the Winter Wildlife of Yellowstone PetaPixel 2024-04-12 | Join OM SYSTEM Ambassadors Tiffany Taxis and Arthur Lefo as they embark on a winter wildlife photography adventure in Yellowstone National Park. Using the new OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II and the M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS lens, Taxis and Lefo photograph wolves, bison, coyotes, foxes, bald eagles, and ermines in one of the most diverse and protected wildlife sanctuaries in the world. Full disclosure: This film was brought to you by OM SYSTEM: explore.omsystem.com/petapixelFilmed using OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II cameras and OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko lenses. All aerial video was taken outside of Yellowstone National Park. Learn more about the OM-1 Mark II, M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS lens, and other OM SYSTEM cameras and lenses at explore.omsystem.com/petapixelPhotographers:OM SYSTEM Ambassador Tiffany Taxis - tiffanytaxis.comOM SYSTEM Ambassador Arthur Lefo - arthurlefo.comFilm Production:Silverline Films - silverlinefilm.comExecutive Producer:Michael Bonocore - michaelbonocore.comDirector/Camera Operator:Micah Ness - instagram.com/wildernessproDirector of Photography:Josiah Ness - instagram.com/josiahnessAudio Tech/Camera Assistant:Tanner Baisden - almondfilm.coEditor:Robert Perez - instagram.com/prezmediaPresented by PetaPixel: petapixel.com
Sony’s New Firmware Didn’t Give Us EVERYTHING We Wanted | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-04-10 | Today’s episode is brought to you by OM SYSTEM, delivering cutting-edge technology for photographers everywhere. Now for all you birding enthusiasts out there, OM SYSTEM has something special in store just for you: discounts on multiple pro-level zoom lenses that will allow you to push the boundaries of your photography adventure. You'll want to check out the M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F2.8 PRO, M.Zuiko Digital ED 75-300mm F4.8-6.7 II, and M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS, all of which can be had for a discount and are perfect for bird and wildlife photography. Head over to OM SYSTEM's website (explore.omsystem.com/us/en) or visit your nearest authorized retailer to take advantage of these incredible deals before they take flight. Don't miss out on the opportunity to take your bird photography to new heights with amazing glass from OM SYSTEM.--This week, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron are joined by filmmaker Levi Holwell to discuss documentary filmmaking and all of the details that go into a successful production. But before that, the four talk about the biggest camera ever made, Nikon's huge new camera robot, and how despite getting a new firmware update last week, Sony didn't give filmmakers everything they were looking for. We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixelWatch Levi’s Film (just create a free account):gem.cbc.ca/absolutely-canadian/s24e12Photojournalist in North Korea:abcnews.go.com/International/rare-glimpse-life-north-korea/story?id=57601048--In This Episode:00:00 - Intro10:02 - The biggest digital camera ever made is complete: petapixel.com/2024/04/03/the-biggest-camera-ever-is-ready-to-solve-cosmic-mysteries-3200-megapixels-at-a-time16:16 - A photographer flew his drone into North Korea: petapixel.com/2024/04/04/a-photographer-flew-his-drone-into-north-korea18:57 - Filmmakers want Sony to let them use custom LUTs on the a7S III: petapixel.com/2024/04/05/petition-aims-to-bring-custom-luts-to-the-sony-a7s-iii23:16 - Nikon's new cinema robot is bigger and better: petapixel.com/2024/04/05/nikons-new-camera-robot-is-bigger-better-and-ready-for-action27:27 - Talking documentary filmmaking with Levi Holwell54:55 - What have you been up to?1:00:18 - Tech support1:17:58 - Never read the comments
At This Point, I’d Happily Use ONLY Sigma Lenses PetaPixel 2024-04-09 | Sigma has been making outstanding lenses for a while, but Chris Niccolls recently had the epiphany that the its lens lineup might be of such high quality a pro could shoot with Sigma lenses exclusively. To complete this thought experiment, Chris decided to pick his perfect lens package using only Sigma optics. Read Chris's full opinion on PetaPixel: petapixel.com/2024/04/09/could-a-pro-photographer-shoot-only-sigma-glass-and-be-happyLenses discussed:Sigma Art 14mm f/1.4 DG DN: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1770203-REG/sigma_14mm_f_1_4_dg_dn.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Sigma Art 50mm f/1.2 DG DN: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1817655-REG/sigma_316965_50mm_f_1_2_dg_dn.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Sigma Art 85mm f/1.4 DG DN: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1581240-REG/sigma_322965_85mm_f_1_4_dg_dn.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Sigma Sport 500mm f/5.6 DG DN: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1808850-REG/sigma_186965_500mm_f_5_6_dg_dn.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Sigma Art 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1516303-REG/sigma_24_70mm_f_2_8_dg_dn.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Sigma Contemporary 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1568623-REG/sigma_100_400mm_f_5_6_3_dg_dn.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Rental equipment provided by The Camera Store: thecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro1:20 - 14mm f/1.41:53 - 50mm f/1.22:36 - 85mm f/1.43:53 - 24-70mm f/2.85:08 - 100-400mm f/5-6.35:53 - 500mm f/5.66:32 - The wrap
Which Camera Has the BEST Black and White JPEG Profile? PetaPixel 2024-04-06 | Thanks to UGREEN for sponsoring this video. Dive into the future of data management with UGREEN NASync! This cutting-edge network-attached storage device transforms how you store and access data via smartphones, laptops, tablets, and TVs anywhere with network access.Ugreen NASync Private Cloud Storage SolutionUgreen NASync DXP4800 Plus: https://kck.st/4cFRK1JUp to 35% OFF until May 9#Ugreen #UgreeNAS #UgreenNASync—At PetaPixel, we love black and white! However, we’ve never done a side by side test of the black and white profiles each camera manufacturer uses. Chris Niccolls set out to rectify that, with a variety of tests. See which black and white profile reigns supreme!Rental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.comPetaPixel exclusively uses Audiio music:audiio.com/petapixel0:00 - Intro2:03 - The tests3:57 - Canon4:55 - Nikon5:50 - Leica8:15 - OM System9:21 - Pentax10:34 - Panasonic12:42 - Sony14:24 - Fujifilm16:00 - The results
Sony FINALLY Updates Cameras, and Will Ricoh Ever Make a GR IV? | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-04-03 | This week's podcast is once again brought to you by OM SYSTEM! In the world of photography, versatility and quality are paramount. OM SYSTEM stands at the forefront of this revolution offering a series of high-performance pro-grade lenses, all featuring a constant F4.0 aperture and weather-sealing, designed to meet the needs of the discerning photographer. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned pro, OM SYSTEM lenses are about pushing boundaries, exploring further, and capturing life as you see it. They’re built for those who demand excellence and versatility from their gear. Spring savings are now in bloom. Now through April 28th, OM SYSTEM is offering an instant rebate of up to $200 off these lenses. A big thank you to OM SYSTEM for sponsoring this episode. For more information, visit your local authorized retailer or http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel.--This week, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron break down which four Sony Alpha cameras received new features via firmware update and, among those, which didn't get through that process without a few bumps in the road. Ricoh also announced a new GR III and it appears as though it will do anything to not release a GR IV. Tamron also brought its 28-75mm f/2.8 G2 Lens to Nikon Z this week, which has its own interesting ramifications, and the team then talks about photo printing and why you should do it. We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In This Episode:00:00 - Intro08:55 - Photography You Can Touch? petapixel.com/2024/03/26/canons-accessible-exhibit-features-photography-you-can-touch11:49 - Four Sony Alpha Cameras Get Huge Firmware Updates and C2PA Tools: petapixel.com/2024/03/27/four-sony-alpha-cameras-get-huge-firmware-updates-and-c2pa-tools19:14 - Tamron Brings Its Affordable, Excellent 28-75mm f/2.8 G2 Lens to Nikon Z: petapixel.com/2024/03/27/tamron-brings-its-affordable-excellent-28-75mm-f-2-8-g2-lens-to-nikon-z22:55 - Chris is jealous of Jaron's hair24:55 - Ricoh’s New GR III HDF and GR IIIx HDF Cameras Feature a Dreamy Filter: petapixel.com/2024/03/27/ricohs-new-gr-iii-hdf-and-gr-iiix-hdf-cameras-feature-a-dreamy-filter29:49 - Sony's Mark Weir has retired: petapixel.com/2024/04/03/a-tribute-to-an-incredible-mind-sonys-mark-weir33:29 - Print your photos. If not for you, then for those who love you: petapixel.com/2024/03/31/remembering-my-father-the-photographer-who-taught-me-to-see48:59 - What have you been up to?53:55 - Tech support1:13:00 - The Rode Mic: rode.com/en/microphones/on-camera/stereo-videomic-x1:14:59 - Never read the comments
The LONGEST Ever Zoom for Micro Four Thirds! | M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS Lens Review PetaPixel 2024-04-02 | OM System recently released the longest zoom ever for Micro Four Thirds, the 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS! Giving photographers a 1200mm full frame equivalent reach, this lens might be the perfect option for dedicated wildlife photographers. Chris Niccolls took this new lens to The Calgary Zoo to see how it performs.Order the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS Lens :B&H Photo: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1806611-REG/om_system_v335930bw000_m_zuiko_digital_ed_150_600mm.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Adorama: http://adorama.rfvk.net/anX5BZRental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro0:34 - Design and handling2:17 - Sample Images3:01 - Epiphany!3:57 - Close-up performance4:32 - Autofocus5:04 - Bokeh5:56 - Sharpness7:00 - Should you buy it?
Sonys New 247MP Sensor and Fuji X100VI Craziness Continues | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-03-27 | This week’s podcast is proudly sponsored by OM SYSTEM. Right now, they’ve got deals that’ll have you upgrading your camera gear. Nearly all M.Zuiko Pro lenses are an incredible $200 off. And for those looking for versatility without compromising on quality, most non-pro M.Zuiko lenses are now up to $400 off. Plus, order the brand new OM-1 Mark II and receive a free BLX-1 battery (with the purchase of an OM-1 Mark II body or kit. The OM-1 Mark II body only is $2,399.99 while the kit, which includes the OM-1 Mark II with 12-40mm PRO II lens, is $2,999.99.Time is ticking. Don’t miss out on these incredible deals — they’re only available until March 31st. Head over to http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel or visit your local authorized OM SYSTEM retailer to take advantage of these unbeatable savings today!--The team dissects the week's biggest news including the reveal of Sony’s 247-megapixel medium format sensor. Leica also admitted that selling L-mount cameras is harder than selling its M- or Q-series bodies. Also, Canva acquired Serif Affinity to become a player in the professional editing space.Finally, Fujifilm made its Limited Edition X100VI available to purchase in the United States last week and that was a whole ordeal with twists, turns, and an uncertain ending. Plus, Matt Lloyd, ASC, CSC, is a director of photography, a cinematographer (you may know his work from Ava Duvernay’s Origin, Marvel’s Spider-Man: Far From Home, Power Rangers, Fargo, and Insecure) joins to talk about making movies, TV, and music videos. He’s also from Calgary, Alberta, where Chris and Jordan call home. We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In This Episode:00:00 - Intro, where we talk about first dates07:25 - Sony has a new 247-megapixel medium format sensor: petapixel.com/2024/03/25/sony-develops-new-247-megapixel-medium-format-sensor09:33 - Leica admits selling L-mount cameras is harder than M or Q series: petapixel.com/2024/03/22/leica-selling-l-mount-cameras-is-tougher-than-selling-a-q-or-an-m13:36 - Canva acquires Affinity: petapixel.com/2024/03/26/canva-acquires-affinity-to-become-a-player-in-professional-photo-editing17:23 - Fujifilm X100VI limited edition sale nearly crashes Fuji's site (petapixel.com/2024/03/21/fujifilms-online-store-buckles-under-surge-to-buy-limited-edition-x100vi) and sells out in minutes (petapixel.com/2024/03/21/fuji-x100vi-limited-edition-sells-out-in-minutes-already-on-ebay) . Fuji will cancel "suspicious" purchases and raffle them: petapixel.com/2024/03/25/fujifilm-intercepted-suspicious-x100vi-orders-will-cancel-and-then-raffle-them 22:16 - Matt Lloyd talks about making feature-length movies, TV, and music videos1:06:51 - What have you been up to?1:08:05 - Logitech Mevo Core initial impressions1:11:21 - Tech support1:24:00 - Never read the comments
Nikons 28-400mm f/4-8 VR is ONE Lens to Cover Them All! PetaPixel 2024-03-27 | It seems to be super-zoom lens season, and Nikon has just raised the bar with the Nikkor Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR. Chris Niccolls went to Nanton, Alberta to test this monstrous zoom range. Watch now to see how it fared!Read Chris's full thoughts on PetaPixel: petapixel.com/2024/03/26/hands-on-with-the-nikon-z-28-400mm-f-4-8-vr-one-lens-to-cover-them-allOrder the Nikkor Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR:B&H Photo: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1818948-REG/nikon_nikkor_z_28_400mm_f_4_8.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Rental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro0:49 - Sample Images1:23 - Design and handling3:30 - Aperture Range4:24 - Autofocus Speed5:13 - Bokeh6:15 - Close-up Performance6:55 - Should you buy it?
Sigmas 50mm f/1.2 Proves It Has MASTERED the Art of the Lens! PetaPixel 2024-03-26 | If there’s one phrase we rarely use to describe 50mm f/1.2 lenses, it’s “compact”. But the brand new Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art is surprisingly small and light. How do the photos look though? Chris Niccolls has thoughts.Read Chris's full hands-on first impressions review on PetaPixel: petapixel.com/2024/03/26/the-50mm-f-1-2-art-hands-on-review-first-impressionsPre-order the 50mm f/1.2 Art: B&H Photo: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1817655-REG/sigma_316965_50mm_f_1_2_dg_dn.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Adorama: http://adorama.rfvk.net/baBnvbRental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro0:22 - Design and controls1:32 - Sample photos2:03 - Close-up performance2:29 - LoCA3:12 - Breathing3:38 - Flare4:19 - Bokeh5:04 - Sharpness5:43 - Should you buy one?
Are These New Chinese Lenses Any Good? (Laowa, Thypoch, and 7Artisans) PetaPixel 2024-03-21 | Chinese lens manufacturers have a reputation for making extremely affordable, optically compromised manual focus lenses. That’s all starting to change, and to demonstrate that Chris Niccolls is taking a look at the Laowa 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D AF, 7Artisans 50mm f/1.8 AF and Thypoch Simera 35mm f/1.4. These are the cutting edge of Chinese lens manufacturing, so how do they compare to first party offerings?Rental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.comRead Chris's full opinions on these lenses on PetaPixel: petapixel.com/2024/03/21/chinese-lenses-dont-always-seem-like-cheap-toys-anymoreCheck out these lenses for yourself:Laowa 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1811367-REG/venus_optics_ve1028affe_laowa_10mm_f_2_8_zero_d.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Thypoch 35mm f1.4 Simera: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1793040-REG/thypoch_tp_s35m_sr_full_frame_photography_lens_simera.htmlBI/19083/KBID/106877Artisans 50mm f/1.8 AF: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1816133-REG/7artisans_photoelectric_af101b_af_50mm_f_1_8_lens.htmlBI/19083/KBID/106870:00 - Intro1:13 - Laowa 10mm f/2.8 AF5:12 - Thypoch 35mm f/1.48:34 - 7Artisans 50mm f/1.8 AF12:18 - The wrap
The Highs And Lows of Our Professional Journeys | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-03-20 | OM SYSTEM has announced their last call for entries in their contest and community-based project Tell Your Story which is aimed at promoting and showcasing the capabilities of the OM SYSTEM OM-5 camera. Renowned for its class-leading performance and weather-sealed design capable of handling any environment, the OM-5 offers remarkable computational features such as Live ND and Starry Sky AF. Building upon the success of last year's initiative, Tell Your Story II strives to identify and empower emerging talents to advocate for OM SYSTEM products within their social communities. Through March 25th, 2024, photography enthusiasts of every skill level are invited to participate in Tell Your Story II. The project will be showcased on Instagram, on the @omsystem.generation channel. Candidates selected for Tell Your Story II will receive support from OM SYSTEM, including the OM-5 camera, lenses, and mentorship by esteemed OM SYSTEM Ambassadors, including Brooke Bartleson and Peter Baumgarten, to bring their projects to life. Details about the program and how to participate can be found at explore.omsystem.com/petapixel.--When a listener asked Chris, Jordan, and Jaron to share how their careers (all the highs and lows) have gone over the years, the team decided it was worthy of a main story segment to itself. Did you know that Chris Niccolls was very disinterested in photography for most of his young life? Did you know that Jordan Drake used the money from a canceled trip to Europe to buy a video camera, forever changing the course of his career? Did you know Jaron Schneider got his start working at a photographic lighting company? Humble beginnings all, and the three share what sparked them to continue in the photography and video space, how teaching is important to them, and how despite the lows (of which there are many), the highs still get them excited about every day. Burnout is real, but the trio explains how they either avoided it or worked through it to be where they are today. For those curious about our Audacity compressor settings: Threshold: -16 dBNoise floor: -40 dBRatio: 3:1Attack time: 0.10 secsRelease Time: 1.0 secsCheck both "make-up gain for 0 dB after compressing" and "compress based on peaks."We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In This Episode:00:00 - Intro, where Jordan asks what our first jobs were10:24 - Leica Will Deliver a Mirrorless Medium Format Hybrid Camera ‘Within 2 Years’: petapixel.com/2024/03/15/leica-will-deliver-a-mirrorless-medium-format-hybrid-camera-within-2-years16:23 - The Hydrus Underwater Drone Wants to Be the DJI of the Sea: petapixel.com/2024/03/14/the-hydrus-underwater-drone-wants-to-be-the-dji-of-the-sea21:39 - Logitech joins Micro Four Thirds with the Mevo Core: petapixel.com/2024/03/19/logitechs-mevo-core-is-a-micro-four-thirds-streaming-camera-with-a-6-hour-battery26:27 - The $230 Full-Frame 50mm f/1.8 is 7Artisans’ First Autofocus Lens: petapixel.com/2024/03/18/the-230-full-frame-50mm-f-1-8-is-7artisans-first-autofocus-lens 30:09 - Chris, Jordan, and Jaron talk about their professional photo and video journeys 1:06:18 - What have you been up to?1:10:23 - Tech support1:23:23 - Never read the comments
The Best Wireless Microphones in 2024 PetaPixel 2024-03-16 | Editor's Note: The initial version of this video mentioned the lack of gain control on the Saramonic system. This was incorrect, and the offending portion has been removed.Don't miss out on Audiio's incredible buy one, get one deal! Get lifetime access to both music and sound effects together for just $299, a discount of $400. This is the first time Audiio has ever run a bundle deal on music/sfx and they rarely ever offer Lifetime SFX for sale at all! But hurry, this deal is only good through April 16: audiio.com/petapixel--In the last few months, we’ve seen a deluge of new dual-system wireless kits. Jordan has been using five of them: the Saramonic Blink 500 B2+, Hollyland Lark M2 Duo, Rode Wireless Pro, DJI Mic 2, and Shure MoveMic. Ranging from $130 to $500, which of these kits will be the right one for you? Watch and learn.Pick up any of the mics discussed in the video:Saramonic Blink 500 B2+: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1809399-REG/saramonic_blink500b2_blink_500_b2_2_person.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Hollyland Lark M2 Duo: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1809524-REG/hollyland_hl_lark_m2_camera_lark_m2_duo_2_person.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Rode Wireless Pro: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1782756-REG/rode_wipro_wireless_pro_2_person_compact.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687DJI Mic 2: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1800665-REG/dji_cp_rn_00000325_01_dji_mic_2_2.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Shure MoveMic: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1803903-REG/shure_mv_two_kit_z7_movemic_two_direct_to.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Rental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro2:22 - Saramonic 3:58 - Hollyland5:56 - Rode8:08 - DJI9:53 - Shure12:47 - The wrap
The Fujifilm Instax Mini 99 is So Much FUN! PetaPixel 2024-03-14 | Fujifilm's Instax instant film cameras have proven incredibly popular. The latest model, the Instax Mini 99, has the most creative controls we've seen yet. Chris Niccolls took the camera and a pile of film out to shoot around the streets of Calgary and he has some thoughts on the shooting experience.Read Chris's full impressions and see his photos on PetaPixel: petapixel.com/2024/03/13/the-fujifilm-instax-mini-99-is-a-lot-of-funBuy the Instax Mini 99:B&H Photo: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813591-REG/fujifilm_16823507_instax_mini_99_th.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Adorama: adorama.rfvk.net/jr0KDbRental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro0:54 - Sample images1:45 - Controls and handling3:44 - Black and white4:20 - Effects5:58- Exposure6:58 - Final thoughts
WHAT?! Nikon is a CINEMA CAMERA Company Now? | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-03-13 | Join OM SYSTEM for Lens Fest! Now through March 31st, you’ll find incredible discounts on nearly all M.Zuiko Pro lenses, now $200 off. Plus, unlock savings of up to $400 on most non-pro M.Zuiko lenses, along with exclusive camera and lens bundle deals. OM SYSTEM's renowned legacy in cutting-edge optics shines through with the line of compact, lightweight lenses delivering impeccable image quality. Designed for adventure and many built to withstand any environment, the M.Zuiko Pro series of lenses are not only durable but also weather-sealed for peace of mind in every shooting scenario. Don't miss out on Lens Fest – upgrade your gear during one of the biggest lens sales of the year! For more information, visit: explore.omsystem.com/petapixel.--Last week, Nikon made the surprise announcement that it had acquired RED Cinema, one of the most well-known American cinema camera companies. In an instant, Nikon went from an often-ignored player in filmmaking to a top-tier competitor in the space up against the likes of Arri and Sony. What does this mean for the camera industry going forward? Well, a heck of a lot, and Chris, Jordan, and Jaron break it down as well as speculate on how they think Nikon will handle its new crown jewel over the next few years. We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In This Episode:08:54 - Why Kate Middleton's Photoshop fail is important: petapixel.com/2024/03/11/has-kate-middleton-just-ended-all-remaining-trust-in-photographs16:50 - Canon is 50% of the way through negotiations to bring third-party optics to RF mount: petapixel.com/2024/03/06/canon-is-actively-working-to-bring-third-party-lenses-to-rf-mount21:35 - Canon wants to achieve "overwhelming number one share" of mirrorless market by 2026: petapixel.com/2024/03/11/canon-wants-to-achieve-overwhelming-number-one-share-of-mirrorless-market-by-202627:10 - Fujifilm doubled manufacturing capacity for the X100VI, but it still wasn't enough: petapixel.com/2024/03/06/fujifilm-says-it-will-take-months-to-fulfill-overwhelming-x100vi-orders29:14 - Is it possible for any camera brand to replicate this level of popularity?36:06 - Nikon Acquires RED in Massive Shakeup of Cinema Camera Market: petapixel.com/2024/03/07/nikon-acquires-us-company-red-in-shakeup-of-cinema-camera-market50:52 - What have you been up to?53:13 - Tech Support1:17:46 - Never read the comments
Expensive, Exclusive, EXCEPTIONAL! Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8 L IS Review PetaPixel 2024-03-09 | For decades, professional photographers have been using the combined pairing of a 70-200mm f/2.8 and a 300mm f/2.8. But Canon introduces the RF 100-300mm f/2.8 L IS USM, an extremely versatile professional zoom lens that just about covers the range of both those lenses. Is this the best Canon lens for wildlife and sports shooters? Chris Niccolls froze several body parts off to find out.See more photos and read Chris's full review on PetaPixel: petapixel.com/2024/03/09/canon-rf-100-300mm-f-2-8-l-review-expensive-exclusive-exceptionalBuy the Canon 100-300mm f/2.8 L IS:Amazon: amzn.to/3V3kaMOB&H Photo: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1762615-REG/canon_rf_100_300mm_f_2_8_l.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Adorama: adorama.com/ca100300.html?kbid=67085Rental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro0:53 - Wildlife!1:31 - Size and handling3:42 - Sharpness5:18 - Hockey!!5:51 - Autofocus6:39 - Flare7:09 - Bokeh7:30 - The wrap
The Leica SL3 is L-Mount’s BEST High-Res Option… For Now PetaPixel 2024-03-07 | For the best deals on pre-owned camera gear, check out KEH! They're PetaPixel's preferred pre-owned gear partner: bit.ly/3JubxUP—Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake were lucky enough to be invited to Wetzlar, Germany for the launch of the new Leica SL3 professional mirrorless camera! Learn what’s new with this beautiful but pricey camera and find out if Chris can endure his jet lag.Read Chris's full initial review and see his photos on PetaPixel: petapixel.com/2024/03/07/leica-sl3-initial-review-first-impressionsThe SL3 is available to order for $6,995:B&H Photo: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1812974-REG/leica_10607_sl3_mirrorless_camera.htmlBI/19083/KBID/10687Adorama: adorama.rfvk.net/baJKbgRental equipment provided by The Camera Store:thecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro2:12- Body and handling4:26 - Sensor6:53 - Steps back7:56 - Sample Images9:30 - Battery10:45 - Autofocus12:06 - Interface13:49 - Video Performance17:14 - Portrait Shoot17:44 - Who is it for?#leicasl3 #leica
This Years BEST Movies to Inspire Your Photography | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-03-06 | Today’s podcast is brought to you by OM SYSTEM and their award-winning TOUGH TG-7—a camera built to withstand the most extreme conditions. The TOUGH TG-7 is built like a tank. It’s waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof, and crushproof. Whether you’re hiking in the mountains, exploring underwater wonders, or simply documenting everyday moments, this camera rises to the occasion.From now until March 31st, save $50 on your purchase of an OM SYSTEM TOUGH TG-7. To take advantage of this special offer, visit your local OM SYSTEM authorized retailer, or head to http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel. Don’t miss out on your chance to capture the extraordinary with the OM SYSTEM TOUGH TG-7.--This week, Chris and Jordan share their favorite movies from the last year that they think will have a positive impact on your photography and filmmaking. The duo rarely agree when it comes to movies, but they do have some common ground when discussing their picks for best film and the best cinematography.We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In this episode:00:00 -Intro: What is your favorite snack at movie theaters?09:25 - Stop being so elitist about your sensor size: petapixel.com/2024/03/03/its-time-to-stop-being-elitist-about-camera-sensor-sizes15:00 - Sigma's 500mm f/5.6 is super popular: petapixel.com/2024/03/01/sigmas-new-500mm-f-5-6-lens-is-so-popular-it-cant-keep-up-with-orders17:14 - Canon: no camera is high res enough to make content for Vision Pro: petapixel.com/2024/03/01/canon-no-currently-available-camera-is-high-res-enough-for-apple-vision-pro23:06 - Pentax's film camera will launch this summer: petapixel.com/2024/02/29/pentaxs-brand-new-film-camera-will-lauch-this-summer27:05 - The Year's Best Movies to Inspire Your Photography30:51 - Jordan's #5: BlackBerry32:56 - Chris's #5: Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves 35:09 - Jordan's #4: Killers of the Flower Moon37:27 - Chris's #4: Oppenheimer 39:28 - Jordan's #3: Poor Things 40:44 - Chris's #3: The Holdovers43:11 - Jordan's #2: Maestro 45:53 - Chris's #2: Anatomy of a Fall48:40 - Jordan's #1: Past Lives52:14 - Chris's #1: Poor Things54:50 - The movies with the best cinematography (lightning round)1:03:45 - About watching movies on planes...1:05:04 - Jaron's picks for television entertainment1:09:29 - Tech support1:23:31 - Chris with his version of a segue 1:24:04 - Never read the comments
Panasonic 28-200mm f/4-7.1 Review: SUPER Small Superzoom! PetaPixel 2024-03-02 | Superzoom lenses covering a wide angle to telephoto are popular in every lens mount, but the L-Mount hasn't seen one until now. Panasonic's 28-200mm f/4-7.1 Macro OIS S lens is incredibly compact, but how does it perform optically? Chris Niccolls went to the town of Cochrane (where the bad movie "RAD" was apparently filmed) to find out.Rental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro0:40 - Sample Images1:11 - Size and handling2:30 - Autofocus3:15 - Flare and sunstars3:55 - Close-up performance4:37 - Bokeh5:27 - Video performance6:26 - Sharpness7:46 - Should you buy it?
A HUGE Week for Fuji, Sigma, Sony, and More! | The PetaPixel Podcast PetaPixel 2024-02-28 | OM SYSTEM unveiled its latest flagship camera, the OM-1 Mark II, on January 30th, building upon the legacy of the original OM-1. With double the buffer size and impressive high-speed sequential shooting capabilities--up to 50fps with continuous autofocus — the new camera offers enhanced autofocus performance, accuracy, and reliability.Anticipated to begin shipping any day now, insider information from OM SYSTEM revealed that they’ve extended their pre-order promotion, originally expected to conclude on February 26th, now extended until the end of March. Pre-order your OM-1 Mark II body or kit by March 31st and enjoy an additional complementary BLX-1 battery. Bundle your purchase with select lenses to save up to $300. Visit http://explore.omsystem.com/petapixel for more details!--CP+ is typically a big stage at which Japan-based camera and lens manufacturers like to make a splash and 2024's show was no exception. Sigma brought two new lenses to its lineup that live at opposite ends of the focal length spectrum, Sony announced a new compact fast zoom, OM System is bringing a firmware update to its OM-1, and Fujifilm announced the X100VI, the successor to the highly sought-after X100V that just couldn't stick around on store shelves due to its massive popularity. Those weren't the only stories to come from the exhibition, as Sigma shared quite a lot of information with us about its strategy, including the future of the full-frame Foveon camera. Chris, Jordan, and Jaron break it all down in this week's PetaPixel Podcast.We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio: https://creators.riverside.fm/PetapixelWe 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: speakpipe.com/petapixel--In this episode: 00:00 - Intro05:32 - Why last week was so busy07:08 - Jordan's thoughts on the Canon 24-105mm f/2.810:00 - Fujifilm's X Summit in Tokyo and the X100VI: petapixel.com/2024/02/19/fujifilm-x100vi-hands-on-its-nearly-everything-we-wanted 21:17 - New Fuji lens is coming and film simulations via firmware: petapixel.com/2024/02/20/fujifilm-teases-new-xf-kit-lens-and-upcoming-x-series-firmware-updates23:42 - Sigma's wide, weird, and wonderful new prime: petapixel.com/2024/02/20/sigma-15mm-f-1-4-dg-dn-diagonal-fisheye-art-lens-is-fast-and-unique 24:50 - Sigma made the 15mm f/1.4 to prove a point: petapixel.com/2024/02/27/sigma-made-the-15mm-f-1-4-fisheye-to-prove-it-is-a-master-of-optics26:58 - Sigma's 500mm f/5.6 is optically perfect: petapixel.com/2024/02/20/sigma-500mm-f-5-6-dg-dn-os-sports-lens-is-a-mobile-pro-grade-ultra-tele29:10 - Sony's 24-50mm f/2.8 G is underwhelming? petapixel.com/2024/02/21/sony-fe-24-50mm-f-2-8-g-review34:16 - Sigma's Foveon isn't coming any time soon: petapixel.com/2024/02/22/sigmas-full-frame-foveon-camera-is-still-at-least-a-few-years-away38:27 - Panasonic's tiny all-in-one: petapixel.com/2024/02/21/panasonic-lumix-s-28-200mm-f-4-7-1-is-l-mounts-first-all-in-one-zoom40:38 - The original OM-1 got a firmware update: petapixel.com/2024/02/21/an-om-system-om-1-firmware-update-is-coming-and-will-improve-af-and-ux44:09 - Should Sigma make medium format lenses? It's CEO thinks so: petapixel.com/2024/02/26/sigmas-ceo-wants-to-make-lenses-for-medium-format-cameras47:00 - 2024 feels like it's going to be a big year. 49:38 - What have you been up to?57:59 - Tech Support1:18:41 - Go check out GxAce's YouTube channel: youtube.com/@GxAce1:22:13 - Never read the comments
Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Review: Wide, Weird, Weighty, and Wonderful! PetaPixel 2024-02-27 | For a lifetime subscription to Audiio's great music library for $199 (down from $499) go to: audiio.com/petapixelMake sure to use offer code "petapixel199"! You can't even find a price that low on Audiio's website. Take advantage of this insanely good deal today and never worry about the cost of music for your videos ever again.—We were initially baffled when we heard about the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens, but it’s rare that we see a completely unique type of lens. The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 is designed for astrophotography, but how well does it perform for other types of photography? Chris Niccolls has the scoop!0:00 - Intro0:46 - Design and handling2:07 - Flare and sunstars2:39 - Sample images3:28 - Bokeh4:00 - Autofocus4:35 - Sharpness6:16 - Astrophotography7:59 - The wrap
Sony 24-50mm f/2.8 G Review: Did We NEED This? PetaPixel 2024-02-21 | For a lifetime subscription to Audiio's great music library for $199 (down from $499) go to audiio.com/petapixelMake sure to use offer code "petapixel199"! You can't even find a price that low on Audiio's website. Take advantage of this insanely good deal today and never worry about the cost of music for your videos ever again.---Need a standard zoom with an f/2.8 aperture, but don't want the bulk and price of the Sony 24-70 GM II? Check out the adorable little Sony FE 24-50mm f/2.8 G! It may be bitty, but is the optical performance mighty? Chris Niccolls took the 24-50mm out to lovely landscapes of Kananaskis to find out.Rental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro0:43 - Design and controls1:43 - Autofocus2:10 - Bokeh2:55 - Close-up performance3:44 - Sample images4:28 - Sharpness5:33 - Flare6:20 - Video performance6:59 - Should you buy it?
Sigma 500mm f/5.6 DG DN Sport Review: This Might Be The PERFECT Telephoto! PetaPixel 2024-02-21 | For a lifetime subscription to Audiio's great music library for $199 (down from $499) go to audiio.com/petapixelMake sure to use offer code "petapixel199"! You can't even find a price that low on Audiio's website. Take advantage of this insanely good deal today and never worry about the cost of music for your videos ever again.---We've been asking for more compact, slower super-telephoto lenses for years, and Sigma has brought us exactly what we wanted for both Sony E-Mount and L-Mount! Find out how this lightweight telephoto performs at the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary.Rental equipment provided by The Camera Storethecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro1:06 - Sample Images1:28 - Design and handling3:09 - Autofocus3:29 - Chromatic Aberrations3:53 - Flare4:21 - Ravens: yay or nay?4:43 - Close-up Performance5:11 - Bokeh5:44 - Sharpness6:25 - The wrap
The Fujifilm X100VI Is (Nearly) Everything We Wanted! PetaPixel 2024-02-20 | For the best deals on pre-owned camera gear, check out KEH! They're PetaPixel's preferred pre-owned gear partner: bit.ly/3JubxUP----For a lifetime subscription to Audiio's great music library for $199 (down from $499) go to audiio.com/petapixel and make sure to use offer code "petapixel199"! You can't even find a price that low on Audiio's website. Take advantage of this insanely good deal today and never worry about the cost of music for your videos ever again.----Our hands-on first impressions review of the Fujifilm X100VI is here! The Fujifilm X100V was a legendarily popular camera, and after significant wait, we now have the follow up, the X100VI. Chris Niccolls was able to spend a day shooting with the new model, and has some initial impressions to share.Read the hands-on and see Chris's photos: petapixel.com/2024/02/19/fujifilm-x100vi-hands-on-its-nearly-everything-we-wantedRental equipment provided by The Camera Storehttp://www.thecamerastore.com0:00 - Intro1:53 - Sample images2:45 - What’s the same?4:21 - What’s new?6:47 - Video features8:22 - The wrap
