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| My Sony Alpha a7C II Review | 12 Mar 2024 | 00:20:58 | |
Here is my review of the Sony Alpha a7C II. You can find the written version with images here. You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: Photography Blog / Twitter / Flickr | |||
| Ep77 A Choice Was Made | 10 Oct 2023 | 00:30:18 | |
In this episode of The Photography Enthusiast Podcast I cover a whole bunch of new releases and discuss some first impressions on the lens I recently purchased. Timestamps
Links Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Development Announcement Nikon Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena Lens Announced Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Lens Announced Nikon To Stop Releasing Lens Roadmaps Sony Exec Addresses Demand for Firmware Updates You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: Photography Blog / Twitter / Flickr | |||
| Ep76 My Latest Lens Dilemma | 26 Sep 2023 | 00:24:48 | |
In this episode of The Photography Enthusiast Podcast I discuss some new gear announced along with a dilemma I have regarding a lens to get as a replacement for my Fuji gear.
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| Ep75 A Big Long Break | 12 Sep 2023 | 00:33:15 | |
I've been on a break since January of this year but I thought I'd do another episode. I'm not sure if I'll be back for good but regardless, in this episode I fill everyone in on what I've been up to and go over some recent news. Timestamps
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| My Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR Review | 30 May 2023 | 00:13:54 | |
Welcome to my audio review of the Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR. Below is the written review of my podcast which includes images taken with this lens. Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| My Sony Alpha a7IV Review | 28 Feb 2023 | 00:24:07 | |
In this bonus episode I review my current main body, the Sony Alpha a7 Mark IV. As always there is a written version with a large collection of images which can be found HERE You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.74 – Getting to Know Your Camera | 17 Jan 2023 | 00:31:21 | |
It's always fun getting a new camera but there's often some things you need to do and change to get the most out of it. In this episode I discuss what those things are which are needed for your new camera. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.73 – Looking Back on 2022 | 13 Dec 2022 | 00:26:14 | |
In my final episode for 2022 I'll be looking back at my photography over this year to see if I managed to achieve the goals I set last year and set some new ones for 2023. I'll be taking a break over the holiday period and the next episode will be released on January 17th. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.72 – Taking a Break From Photography | 29 Nov 2022 | 00:23:24 | |
In this episode I discuss why you might want to take breaks from photography and other related things. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.71 – What Gear to Bring When Travelling | 15 Nov 2022 | 00:26:27 | |
Now that borders are starting to reopen all over the world, travel is on a lot of photographers minds. In this episode I discuss my thought process on which gear is best to use for travelling and why. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.70 – Is Reddit Good for Photography? | 01 Nov 2022 | 00:26:07 | |
There is always lots of options when it comes to sharing your images. One of those options which has a lot of potential is Reddit. In this episode I got over what Reddit is and why you should consider using it. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Playing Catch Up II | 18 Oct 2022 | 00:25:55 | |
I'm finally back! I know it's been a while so in this episode I go over some of the news I missed and briefly discuss stock photography. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| My Fujifilm X-S10 Review | 20 Sep 2022 | 00:32:36 | |
Here we are with another special episode. Today we discuss the Fujifilm X-S10 and specifically why Fuji is about more than just old looking cameras with dials. Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.68 – The Last Holdout | 06 Sep 2022 | 00:26:02 | |
In this episode I discuss the last holdout when it comes to third party lenses and what this could mean. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.67 – Is This the End to My Camera Gear Addiction? | 23 Aug 2022 | 00:37:52 | |
In this episode I discuss some exciting and major changes to my gear along with the usual latest news. Timestamps: Links: The written version of the main topic can be found here. You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.66 – Keeping It Casual II | 09 Aug 2022 | 00:45:59 | |
I'm finally back after my long hiatus! In this episode I'm once again keeping it casual, discussing my wedding vacation and a few other things. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.65 – The Upsides of Using Multiple Camera Brands | 28 Jun 2022 | 00:24:24 | |
As a follow up to last weeks episode, this week I discuss the benefits of shooting multiple different camera brands. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.64 – The Downside of Using Multiple Camera Brands | 14 Jun 2022 | 00:31:16 | |
It's usually good to have the best of both worlds but is it ALWAYS good? In this episode I discuss the downsides of owning multiple camera brands. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.63 – Keeping It Casual | 31 May 2022 | 00:30:50 | |
In this episode I had a lot of small things I wanted to cover so as the title suggests, I'm keeping it casual and covering a bunch of random topics. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.62 – Street Photography Tips and Tricks | 17 May 2022 | 00:19:51 | |
In this episode I go over some tips and tricks for those who are looking to try or improve their street photography. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.61 – Do You Need a Photography Website? | 03 May 2022 | 00:32:19 | |
We always hear about photography websites in sponsored ads on YouTube but are they really necessary? In this episode I discuss if social media, WordPress or sites like SquareSpace are best for you. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.60 – Why I Prefer Telephoto Lenses for Cityscapes | 19 Apr 2022 | 00:23:34 | |
In this episode I discuss why I now prefer telephoto lenses for Cityscapes. I've also made a written version of this with photos as examples. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Review | 05 Apr 2022 | 00:18:00 | |
This review is dedicated to the review of the Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM lens for Canon RF Mount. Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.59 – Camera Features Explained and If They Matter | 22 Mar 2022 | 00:40:24 | |
When looking at camera specs there can be quite a lot to go through and some of it can seem more complicated than it is. In this episode I go over the most common camera specs to explain what they do and if they matter. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.58 – Why Lenses Make the System, Not Bodies | 08 Mar 2022 | 00:32:06 | |
Recently I've been looking at different APSC systems and it remined me something that I've always believed to be true. In this episode I discuss why lenses are the most important part of a system, not the body. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.57 – Playing Catch Up | 22 Feb 2022 | 00:22:09 | |
In this episode I go over a few news stories and discuss if we could see Sigma release some RF an Z mount lenses in 2022. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro IS STM Review | 08 Feb 2022 | 00:18:51 | |
Welcome to my review of the Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro IS STM. As always this review contains no affiliate links, there are no sponsors and I purchased this lens with my own money. If you would like to see the written version of this review along with images, please visit this page. You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.56 – Creating Your Unique Take | 18 Jan 2022 | 00:25:40 | |
No matter where you live there's a location that's been photographed millions of times. In this episode I discuss some ways you can put a new twist on those commonly visited locations. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.55 – What Does the Future Hold for the EF-M Mount | 04 Jan 2022 | 00:21:44 | |
When it comes to Canon's EF-M mount there's a lot of speculation what the future holds for it. In this episode we discuss a few different ways Canon could handle this mount in the future. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.54 – 2021 Review and Goals for 2022 | 21 Dec 2021 | 00:26:07 | |
Here we are at the end of 2021 so I thought I'd keep up with the tradition and discuss how my photography went in 2021 and set some personal photography goals for 2022. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.53 – Flash Gear Worth Purchasing | 07 Dec 2021 | 00:27:59 | |
Flash photography is something every photographer experiments with at one time or another. In this episode I discuss some flash related items that are worth investing in. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.52 – Editing Related Software Worth Your Money | 23 Nov 2021 | 00:35:26 | |
People often think of presets as one of the most important editing tools although in this episode I discuss some other editing related software that I believe is more worthy of your money. Timestamps: Links: Editing software mentioned in the podcast (please note none of these are affiliate links):
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| Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM Review | 17 Nov 2021 | 00:19:42 | |
In this bonus episode I go over the audio version of my Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM review. The written version including sample images can be found here. You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.51 – AF Techniques for Sharper Images | 09 Nov 2021 | 00:30:46 | |
In this episode I discuss some techniques that both DSLR and Mirrorless users can use for sharper images. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.50 – RF 16mm Impressions and Sony Alpha A7IV Announcement | 26 Oct 2021 | 00:32:03 | |
In this episode I discuss the announcement of the Sony Alpha A7IV, my initial impressions of the Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 and what it means to see in a focal length. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.49 – Are DSLR Lenses Still Worth Buying? | 12 Oct 2021 | 00:32:01 | |
For gear hungry photographers like me there can be a lot of tempting lenses available in the FX and EF mounts. In this episode I discuss if it's worth still buying DSLR lenses in 2021. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.48 – Must Have Items for Long Exposures | 28 Sep 2021 | 00:32:39 | |
Ever since I got into photography I've been obsessed with long exposures. In this episode I go over some gear that will greatly help you with making your own long exposures. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.47 – 10 Years of Doing Photography | 14 Sep 2021 | 00:36:30 | |
This month marks 10 years since I started doing photography and I thought it would be great to go over some lessons I've learnt over this period. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.46 – Top 4 Features Flickr Should Add | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:25:34 | |
I've been using Flickr since I first started Photography in 2011 and it's my main platform for sharing images. In this episode I discuss the top 4 changes I'd like to see added to Flickr. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.45 – The Balance Between Skill and Fun | 17 Aug 2021 | 00:24:29 | |
When you are first starting out at photography, it can be the most fun time. As you learn more, certain aspects of photography can disappear for some. In this episode, I discuss balancing skill with fun when it comes to photography. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.44 – The Real Issue With Grey Market Gear | 03 Aug 2021 | 00:21:07 | |
Grey market gear can be quite a controversial topic in Photography due to how camera manufacturers deal with it. In this episode I discuss what I see as being the real issue with grey market gear. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.43 – Getting Back Into Photography After a Break | 20 Jul 2021 | 00:20:57 | |
Sometimes life can get in the way of our hobbies and photography is no exception. In this episode I discuss some ways to get back into things after taking a break. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.42 – The End of Instagram as We Know It | 06 Jul 2021 | 00:22:15 | |
For many photographers out there Instagram has been the main site they use to share their images. That may change soon now as Instagram have announced they are no longer a photo sharing app. In this episode I discuss this news and what it could mean for the photography community. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.41 – What To Buy After Your First Camera | 22 Jun 2021 | 00:24:15 | |
Buying your first camera is often followed by being overwhelmed by choices of what to buy next. In this episode I discuss what gear is worth being your second purchase. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.40 – Are Photography Competitions Worth Entering? | 08 Jun 2021 | 00:23:34 | |
Photography competitions are something very common in this hobby but not everyone enters them. In this episode I discuss Photography competitions and my experiences with them. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.39 – An Easy Way To Learn Manual Mode | 25 May 2021 | 00:22:10 | |
Shooting in Manual can seem like a difficult thing to learn but it can actually be quite simple, especially on modern cameras. In this episode I go over how I learn to use Manual mode and how you can too. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.38 – Is G.A.S Really a Bad Thing? | 11 May 2021 | 00:16:56 | |
One of the most common terms you'll hear in Photography is G.A.S (gear acquisition syndrome). In this episode I discuss if it's actually a bad thing. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: | |||
| Canon EOS M50 Mark II Review | 04 May 2021 | 00:15:36 | |
Here is another bonus episode for everyone. I have finished my review of the Canon EOS M50 Mark II. This is a shorter one and you can see the written version with all my images here. You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: | |||
| Canon EOS R6 Review | 29 Apr 2021 | 00:38:33 | |
The time has come for my review of the Canon EOS R6! The full written review including the images I mention can be found here here. You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: | |||
| Ep.37 – Features and Techniques That Are No Longer Needed With Mirrorless | 27 Apr 2021 | 00:20:55 | |
There were quite a few features and techniques that people used to get around the limitations of DSLR's (such as AFMA). In this episode I discuss some of these features and why they aren't as useful any more. Timestamps: Links: You can suggest a topic here. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and follow us at the locations below: Website / YouTube / Flickr / Twitter You can find me here: | |||