Join veteran wedding photographer Troy Miller for a hands-on review of the newly launched Nikon Z8. We dive into the workings of this much-anticipated camera, exploring its significant features, performance, and design aesthetics. Troy Miller The Nikon Z8, described as the "baby Z9," is turning heads in the photography world with its cutting-edge stacked sensor, similar to its larger counterpart, the Nikon Z9. However, this camera is more compact and affordable, offering the...

Architectural photographer and long-time friend of TWiP Jeffrey Totaro joins the podcast to share his experiences building a redundant, bulletproof storage solution for his high-end photography business. Jeffrey presents a concise and detailed look at how he solved the ever-present storage issue. About Jeffrey Totaro Jeffrey Totaro has had a life-long interest in design and construction. Before becoming a photographer, he worked as an architect and structural engineer...

This week, I'm joined by HDR expert Ron Pepper as he shares his insights on the art and science of HDR photography and the essential role that Photomatix plays in his workflow. In this interview, Ron will talk about the challenges and opportunities of HDR photography and how he uses Photomatix to capture the full dynamic range of a scene and create stunning images that capture his artistic vision. You'll learn about Ron's composition, lighting, and post-processing approach and...

Today, I'm joined by PhotoJoseph to discuss the features and capabilities of the Lumix S5II, a highly-anticipated camera from Panasonic. Get ready to learn everything you need about this powerful and versatile camera, and see why it's a top choice for photographers of all levels. About PhotoJoseph PhotoJoseph is a professional photographer and educator known for his photography, videography, and technology expertise. He is also a content creator on YouTube, sharing his...

A special joint TWiP + SmugMug episode as we stream live to the SmugMug, Flickr, and TWiP communities for the first time in a combined stream. Join your host Alastair Jolly as he welcomes Frederick Van Johnson and the This Week in Photo podcast to the SmugMug team! We are thrilled that the world's best photo community and the world's favorite photography podcast are now under the same roof. Learn more at:...

Hit photography podcast network This Week in Photo joins the SmugMug family. The most important voice in photo podcasting joins the most influential brand in photography.  MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA – (Oct 25, 2022) – SmugMug, the world’s most influential name in photography, has announced two strategic additions to their expanding family of brands: This Week in Photo (TWiP), the beloved photography podcast network and media powerhouse; and its Editor in Chief, professional...

In this interview 30-year professional wedding photographer Troy Miller explains his adoration for his newly received Nikon Z9. Is it all they say it is? Is it powered by magic dark matter unicorn focusing dust? Or, is it all just hype? Check out the Nikon Z9Connect with Troy Miller: http://spicyjello.com

In this interview, I dive into the world of Sigma lenses with Jack Howard, PR and Content Manager at Sigma Corporation. We discuss the price/quality issue when comparing 3rd-party lenses to OEM glass. We also discuss Sigmas's philosophy around crafting optics, and how things have changed over the years. About Jack (in his own words…) I'm a lifelong photographer. My first "real camera" was a Ricoh KR-30SP a gift from my parents at age 15. I still have it sitting on my...

In this video we dive into the reality of editing HD and UHD video on the iPhone or iPad. Is it possible? Have the hardware, operating system and software evolved to the point where mobile editing has become a serious workflow alternative? Imagine the possibilities! Enter LumaFusion! I’m joined by LumaTouch co-founders, Terri Morgan and Chris Demiris. They’re the folks behind LumaFusion – the award winning iOS based non-linear video editing app join me to discuss the possibilities of pro...

In this interview I speak with the co-founder and CEO of GNARBOX. GNARBOX has created a wireless hard drive that enables photographers and video content creators to lighten their load with a fully mobile workflow. No laptop needed. Tim and I dive into the creation of the device, workflows and what the future might hold. Tim Feels is a Southern California native who is passionate about solving problems in the creative workflow.  As co-founder of GNARBOX, he’s responsible for new product...

Blackmagic Design is known for creating high-end, robust cameras for content creators of all skill and experience levels. In this interview I sit down with Bob Caniglia from Blackmagic Design to discuss their latest cameral release — the Pocket Cinema 4K. We discuss who the camera is for, why they built it and some of the stand-out features they built into it that set it apart from other cameras in its class. http://www.blackmagicdesign.com Social...

Panasonic and Leica have been hitting out of the park lately with some stunning lenses for the micro four-thirds platform. The latest being the Leica 200mm f2.8 lens. The first thing I noticed was the small size and relative heft of the lens. The first impression it leaves you with is that it is solid, well-made and built for serious photography work. One of the cool things I immediately noticed about the lens was the inclusion of a memory button. You can preset a focus distance, then...

The Lumix G9 is one of the latest camera releases from Panasonic. It’s significant in many ways, one of the main reasons being that it’s squarely targeted at “stills” photographers (versus video shooters). Panasonic asked questions, listened, then implemented the suggestions for professional landscape, nature, sports shooters and others. The result is a triumph in engineering. And I’d even go so far as to say the Lumix G9 is probably the best camera I’ve ever owned. The Specifications: So,...

In this show @Frederick Van Johnson @Steve Brazill and @PhotoJoseph briefly discuss TWiP’s hiatus, then tear into GoPro and the failure of their Karma Drone. Then we’ll discuss low-light photography tips and finally we’ll round things out with a panel discussion around their favorite cameras. 1. NEWS: GOPRO QUITS THE DRONE BUSINESS & CES PICKS GoPro fires hundreds of employees and says the Karma drone will be the last drone it ever makes. 2. GEAR: PANASONIC GH5S, SONY, CANON &...

Drobo has established itself as the “understandable” RAID solution for people who need to store A LOT of data, and need to store it safely. With its “Beyond Raid” technology, the company addresses several concerns plaguing photographers. First, we are always creating MORE data! Giant raw files, 4K video, or just Photoshop documents with a bazillion layers. Over time, it adds up. And losing any of this data is non-negotiable. Secondly, photographers need storage that we can expand without...

Hello fans of All About the Gear! It’s been some time since the guys have posted anything for this show and for that I personally apologize. However, All About the Gear is not dead! We’re just switching formats. Instead of focusing exclusively on cameras and lenses, the show will now cover *all* gear thats related to photography and photographers. This is a huge evolution of this show. And season TWO of All About the Gear will commence shortly, with a brand new host — A.D. Wheeler of...

The Canon Powershot G7X II is the latest in a somewhat confusing line of compact cameras, most of which are based on the same 1″ sensor. Compared to the low-end G9X, the G7X II adds a touch & tilt rear LCD, but doesn’t include the electronic viewfinder found on the G5X. The upgrades from the original G7X, released 1.5 years earlier, include a better grip and a control ring around the lens. In the battle for the best pocketable compact camera, Gordon compares this latest-version Canon G7X...

The Ricoh GR II is a street-photographers’ favorite that is rarely reviewed or even mentioned. After hearing raves about the GR and new GR II from fellow street photographers, Doug decided it was time to check it out for himself. In this episode, we turn the tables and Gordon interviews Doug about his experience. The GR II is in a unique class of cameras: those with APS-C (fairly large) sensors with non-interchangeable 28mm (full-frame equivalent) lenses in a pocketable form factor. In fact,...

The Canon EOS 80D comes three years after the popular 70D, one of the company’s most popular APS-C mid-range cameras. Among a crowded market of 24MP APS-C bodies, the 80D stands out for its video and Live View capabilities. Positioned between three-digit Rebel line and the semi-pro 7D II, the 80D features Canon’s Dual-Pixel 45-point autofocus technology, 1080p/60 video, 7fps, a fully articulating touch-sensitive LCD screen and headphone and external mic inputs. Accompanying the camera at...