Camera News, Reviews and Photography Questions

The hosts explain the unexpected recording setup, then share road-trip stories: one host loses a tripod on a photography outing, while another recalls a long drive across Tennessee and a camping trip delayed by a road closure.

The hosts describe Exire Photo’s local photo organization, search and culling tools, mention its Lightroom plugin option, and give details of a trial and discount.

The hosts discuss Pentax’s announcement that current K-Series DSLRs are discontinued and that a new DSLR series using the K-mount is in development. They consider what a new concept might mean, while noting that Pentax has shared few details.

The hosts discuss Sigma’s anniversary and a rumored 65mm f/1 lens that did not appear, then reflect on the company’s recent lens releases.

The hosts discuss the PAL-2’s toy-camera design, tactile controls, 10-megapixel sensor and integration with Instax printers. They question whether the trend for novelty cameras will last and talk about durability and plastic waste.

The hosts describe updates to Affinity’s raw processor, which they say is free, and highlight its astrophotography tools. They say they plan to cover those tools in a separate story.

The hosts discuss a report that 54 lens caps had been retrieved from Yellowstone’s hydrothermal areas so far that year. They identify other discarded items and talk about litter in national parks.

The hosts discuss Panasonic’s new 20mm f/2.5 lens, its fit with the S9, and the company’s compact full-frame options. They describe it as a useful small landscape lens.

The hosts discuss a Delta 400 variant with an anti-halation layer and debate the decision to make it a limited run. They consider its potential look, the possibility of testing demand, and whether the film should be an ongoing product.

The hosts discuss GoPro joining the Micro Four Thirds system group and speculate about the circumstances. They wonder whether a future GoPro camera might use an active mount.

The hosts discuss Camp Snap’s redesigned 110-style camera, its differences from the standard model and its likely appeal. They debate whether the new design adds meaningful value or mainly repackages a simple camera.

The hosts discuss OpenAI’s purchase of Glass Imaging for $300 million. They recall seeing Glass’s image-enhancement technology and consider whether it might continue to be used in cameras, given its reliance on camera and lens information.

The hosts introduce a recurring review roundup and compare reviews of the OM System Pen. They discuss its travel-camera use, features and limitations, and say their positive experience with OM System cameras does not prevent them from criticizing a product.

The hosts note the positive reviews of Sony’s 600mm and 400mm prime lenses and discuss their sharpness, weight, apertures and suitability for photographing animals.

The hosts weigh the Canon EOS R8 Mark II’s size, handling and features against its price and the used-market alternative of the R6 Mark II. They also compare it with the Nikon Z5 II.

The hosts discuss reviews of the iPhone 18 Pro, including its moving aperture, manual controls and camera features. They consider which changes matter to photography-focused users and speculate about the timing of standard iPhone 18 models.

One host describes struggling to use the Nikon Z5 II C without an electronic viewfinder. The group discusses its reduced feature set, including the missing viewfinder, AF-on button and joystick, and weighs those trade-offs against its smaller size and lower price.

The hosts debate whether manufacturers are right to target some cameras at people who do not use viewfinders. They describe seeing young photographers use EVFs and argue that a viewfinder can offer a different experience from a smartphone screen.

A host tells the story of buying an Apple water bottle at Apple Park and damaging it during a trip. Another reflects on a busy work period and describes enjoying photography at Mono Lake and in Yosemite outside the demands of a camera review.

The hosts respond to a listener’s idea for Nikon and Kodak film simulations. They discuss the work required to develop simulations, Kodak’s licensing and the challenges of presenting another company’s film looks in a camera.

The hosts answer a question about dark prints, particularly high-contrast black-and-white images. They discuss using print services, monitor calibration and the differences between screens and printed output.

The hosts advise a listener who likes a Sigma 35mm lens but wants a tighter view outdoors. They discuss 50mm and 85mm options and recommend using S-Log only when its extra dynamic range or flexibility is needed.

The hosts suggest using EXIF data and noticing where a zoom reaches its limits to identify useful focal lengths. They discuss starting with a prime lens and learning through a smaller selection of lenses.

The hosts discuss photographs taken with a camera-equipped electric toothbrush, joke about the image quality and suggest that additional glass could help it focus farther away.

The hosts wrap up the episode and say the next one is planned for the following week.