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The PetaPixel Podcast is a twice-weekly podcast about the wonderful world of photography. It’s a fusion of news, opinions, humor, and real-world experience, bundled into a show that you can listen to on your way to work. Subscribe today to stay up to date with what’s going on in the photo industry from one of the-most-listened-to photography podcasts. Join thousands of photographers from around the world who enjoy host Sharky James' twice-weekly photo podcast where you'll have fun, improve your photography and solve those pesky problems you've been having. Leave voicemails, send in your questions and get answers!

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The PetaPixel Podcast is a twice-weekly podcast about the wonderful world of photography. It’s a fusion of news, opinions, humor, and real-world experience, bundled into a show that you can listen to on your way to work. Subscribe today to stay up to date with what’s going on in the photo industry from one of the-most-listened-to photography podcasts. Join thousands of photographers from around the world who enjoy host Sharky James' twice-weekly photo podcast where you'll have fun, improve your photography and solve those pesky problems you've been having. Leave voicemails, send in your questions and get answers!

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Episodes
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Ep. 475: Insights From the Photo Industry – and more

9/9/2025
Episode 475 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF at KupoGrip.com. - 20% OFF at Tenba.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: The state of the photo industry report. (#) 7Artisans’ new 35mm f/1.8. (#) AstrHori’s 6mm circular fisheye can bust the funk. (#) The Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro. (#) This company takes the top spot again. (#) Sigma changes up this lens and how to get one. (#) Nikon’s pulls this for the time being. (#) This company joins the L-Mount Alliance. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:44:29

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Ep. 474: Yeah. No One Is Surprised – and more

8/24/2025
Episode 474 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF at KupoGrip.com. - 20% OFF at Tenba.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: This software seemed doomed from the start. (#) TTArtisan’s fast new 40. (#) This camera company says it has the best AF. (#) Mitakon’s new 55 macro. (#) CIPA’s data tells an interesting tale. (#) This fast new portrait prime might be for you. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:44:27

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Ep. 473: Necessity Is a Mother... – and more

8/10/2025
Episode 473 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 25% OFF during the Calibrite End of Summer promo at Calibrite.com and participating retailers. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: This photographer solved some problems. (#) 7Artisans has an affordable 75mm f/1.4. (#) The Viltrox Air 15mm f/1.7. (#) Tamron gives back with deep knowledge. (#) This lens could bust that funk for you. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:29:50

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Ep. 472: This Is Back, This Is Gone, and This Is OK Now – and more

7/23/2025
Episode 472 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF at BenroUSA.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Outdoor Photographer returns under new leadership. (#) Nikon fixes its firmware. (#) This new display seeks to unseat Apple’s. (#) Canon decides to pull this. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:30:28

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Ep. 471: And This Is Why You Don't Update Your Firmware First – and more

7/5/2025
Episode 471 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF at ShimodaDesigns.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Don’t do this…especially if you have this body. (#) 7Artisans’ new 10mm f/3.5. (#) This new lens rounds out the G2 trinity. (#) Apple updates this affordable acquisition. (#) Tamron says it’s #1. (#) Want $30,000? Who doesn’t. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:32:57

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Ep. 470: Maybe Adobe Will Get This Right – and more

6/23/2025
Episode 470 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF Nanlite PavoTube II XR and kits at NanliteUS.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Adobe announces some potentially useful new features. (#) Sigma’s new 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art. (#) Profoto’s new B20 and B30 monolights. (#) Peak Design’s latest tripod Kickstarter. (#) Godox’s V480C TTL flash. (#) Leica’s first filmstock to celebrate 100 years of this. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:56:29

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Ep. 469: Shanghai Surprises – and more

6/13/2025
Episode 469 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF Nanlite PavoTube II XR and kits at NanliteUS.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: The X-E5 and XF23mm f/2.8 R WR. (#) Laowa’s 8-15mm fisheye wide-zoom. (#) Nikon’s latest Z8 firmware adds useful features. (#) ON1 turns 20. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:29:38

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Ep. 468: Fujifilm's X half in Whole– and more

5/29/2025
Episode 468 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Calibrite’s Spring savings at Calibrite.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Fujifilm’s new X half. (#) Nikon takes the top spot for the first time. (#) Sebastião Salgado passes away. (#) X Summit in Shanghai. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:25:12

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Ep. 467: Zenfolio Apologizes and Promises Changes – and more

5/16/2025
Episode 467 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Calibrite’s Spring savings at Calibrite.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Zenfolio promises to do better. (#) (#) Tamron’s plan through 2026. (#) CaptureOne rebrands and adds some features. (#) TTArtisan’s 35mm f/1.4. (#) Nikon discontinues the D6. (#) Nik Collection 8 is out. (#) ACDSee’s Photoshop alternative. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:51:28

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Ep. 466: Yeah, Maybe Don't Do This and Call Yourself a Pro – and more

5/5/2025
Episode 466 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Benro Spring savings at BenroUSA.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: This photographer shows what not to do. (#) Canon’s new 75-300mm f/4-5.6 sure seems familiar. (#) Nikon looks to hit 50 in short order. (#) MAP Camera’s top 20 is telling. (#) Grecco goes to the mat for photographers. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:30:38

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Ep. 465: Alright, This Lens Is Droolworthy – and more

4/25/2025
Episode 465 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Benro Spring savings at BenroUSA.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Sony’s FE 50-150mm f/2 G Master. (#) Tamron’s 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 for APS-C. (#) The newest additions to Photoshop and Lightroom. (#) Profoto’s new Spot Small. (#) The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB. (#) Flickr makes a key change to its service. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:35:08

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Ep. 464: This Body Hits the Mark Again – and more

4/16/2025
Episode 464 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Great deals on Calibrite gear at Calibrite.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Nikon’s new Z5 II. (#) This Canon lens can’t keep it together. (#) A legend has passed. (#) ProGrade Digital’s latest offerings. (#) Key updates for Nikon’s Zf. (#) Panasonic finally gets onboard. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:42:42

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Ep. 463: Fujifilm's New GFX100RF – and more

3/22/2025
Episode 463 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF at BenroUSA.com with code SHARKY2025. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Fujifilm’s new GFX100RF. (#) Canon on the why behind sensor decisions. (#) OM System’s computational photography and limitations. (#) Nextorage does a first with these cards. (#) The future for X-Pro series cameras. (#) Magnum’s monumental task. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:47:19

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Ep. 462: Sigma's Dream Can't Be Reality– and more

3/13/2025
Episode 462 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF at SaramonicUSA.com with code SHARKY2025. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Sigma dreams of making this happen, but it’s unlikely. (#) Elinchrom’s new LED 100 C. (#) Peak Design’s latest Kickstarter campaign. (#) Canon is unlikely to do this again anytime soon. (#) WhiteWall adds Shopify integration. (#) Zeiss gets back in the photography game. (#) Panasonic’s S1R II is finally out. (#) Tamron makes a smart move. (#) Viltrox’s new AF 25mm f/1.7 Air. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:53:42

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Ep. 461: It's Hard To Believe It's Been That Long – and more

3/1/2025
Episode 461 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Big savings on kits at Calibrite.com and your favorite retailer. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Photoshop turns 35! (#) Sigma doubles down. (#) Bild Expo is coming to NYC again. (#) Sigma’s 300-600mm f/4 is pricey. (#) This BF might be the BFF to some. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:41:45

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Ep. 460: WD and SanDisk Part Ways – and more

2/17/2025
Episode 460 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 30% OFF off Nanlite 15C & 30C kits NanliteUS.com and your favorite retailer. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: WD and SanDisk to finally part ways. (#) OM System’s new retro styled OM-3. (#) Nikon’s Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 S. (#) The Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Chip lens. (#) Capture One cuts this…and that. (#) Updated 17mm f/1.8 and 25mm f/1.8 from OM System. (#) This 100-400mm lens gets important upgrades. (#) Photojournalist Nick Ut and the fight to clear his name. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:47:49

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Ep. 459: OK, Maybe They're No So Tough After All – and more

1/29/2025
Episode 459 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF with code SHARKY2025 at KupoGrip.com - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: These cards might not be as tough as you’d expect. (#) Canon’s RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM (#) Imaging Resource is back…again. (#) OWC urges users to update these cards now. (#) This light meter does a lot for relatively little. (#) Fujifilm’s new Instax Wide Evo and the company’s growth. (#) ProGrade Digital’s latest card is massive. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:46:35

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Ep. 458: 10 Whole Years, Baby! – and more

1/6/2025
Episode 458 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF with code SHARKY2025 at KupoGrip.com - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: The top 10 new cameras, used cameras, and lenses sold in 2024. (#) New firmware is out, but you’ll want to do this first. (#) Might Fujifilm be working on an analog camera? (#) This new flash smokes my former best. (#) Creating content in national parks just got easier. (#) Pergear’s 12mm f/2. (#) This show turns 10! Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:51:40

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Ep. 457: 2024's List Is Both Naughty and Nice – and more

12/20/2024
Episode 457 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF from Tenba and Shimoda at participating retailers - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: 2024’s list is pretty interesting. (#) Cosina’s new Voightlander Nokton 28mm f/1.5. (#) Adobe hikes prices again. (#) Fotodiox can adapt this to that. (#) ON1 claims its Lightpanel solves this problem. (#) The Viltrox 35mm f/1.7. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:42:30

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Ep. 456: This Company Is Doing Something About It – and more

12/11/2024
Episode 456 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF and 40% OFF holiday deals from Nanlite at NanliteUS.com - Great holiday deals from Calibrite at your favorite retailer and at Calibrite.com - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Fujifilm is dealing with scalping in Japan. (#) Canon patents some interesting lenses. (#) Profoto’s Pro B-3 packs a punch. (#) Samyang’s new 12mm f/2. (#) Getty doesn’t seem to get it. (#) A new 35mm f/1.4 for Sony E. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).

Duration:00:46:17