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LensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.The BIG Announcement! The Move to PetaPixel!The GINORMOUS photography news site (it gets 6 million unique visitors a month), PetaPixel.com has called me to come podcast for them and take this podcast to a new level!
Make sure you look for "PetaPixel Photography Podcast" in iTunes, Stitcher, etc. so you can get the new shows.
You can find the links here as well:http://www.PetaPixel.com/podcast
If you like the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, you'll love the new show as it's basically the same, but now we've teamed up with industry-leader PetaPixel and are reaching even...2015-09-2503 min
Lens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickThe BIG Announcement! The Move to PetaPixel!The GINORMOUS photography news site (it gets 6 million unique visitors a month), PetaPixel.com has called me to come podcast for them and take this podcast to a new level!
Make sure you look for "PetaPixel Photography Podcast" in iTunes, Stitcher, etc. so you can get the new shows.
You can find the links here as well:http://www.PetaPixel.com/podcast
If you like the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, you'll love the new show as it's basically the same, but now we've teamed up with industry-leader PetaPixel and are reaching even more people.
Thank you all for your support...2015-09-2503 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 40: We're In Transition! [LSP #0040]Welcome to episode 40! Consider subscribing if you haven't already.
Call us at: 1-206-333-9308Email us at: lensshark@gmail.com
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!00:01:02 - This podcast has been called up to the big leagues and that's no exaggeration. On August 26, 2015 we were contacted by one of the largest photography websites about teaming up and podcasting for them. After hammering out the details, we have agreed to do so.
Stay tuned for a special episode coming days after this one goes live explaining where to find us and full details of this incredible news.
...2015-09-1151 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 40: We're In Transition! [LSP #0040]Welcome to episode 40! Consider subscribing if you haven't already.
Call us at: 1-206-333-9308Email us at: lensshark@gmail.com
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!00:01:02 - This podcast has been called up to the big leagues and that's no exaggeration. On August 26, 2015 we were contacted by one of the largest photography websites about teaming up and podcasting for them. After hammering out the details, we have agreed to do so.
Stay tuned for a special episode coming days after this one goes live explaining where to find us and full details of this incredible news.
MILLIONS of photographers of all levels will now be...2015-09-1151 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 39: Canon Mirrorless Rumors! [LSP #0039]Welcome to episode 39! Consider subscribing if you haven't already.
Call us at: 1-206-333-9308Email us at: lensshark@gmail.com
In this episode:00:01:10 - Want to win ONE YEAR of the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (Photoshop CC + Lightroom)?!!!
Want to win a super fast 64GB Lexar 1000x SDXC card? How about a $100 or $1,000 Amazon.com Gift Card? Everyone gets a FREE portfolio review by me who enters this giveaway!
Visit this page for details: http://www.LensShark.com/contests
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00:02:21 - The FREE Lens Shark Photography Podcast...2015-08-2644 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 39: Canon Mirrorless Rumors! [LSP #0039]Welcome to episode 39! Consider subscribing if you haven't already.
Call us at: 1-206-333-9308Email us at: lensshark@gmail.com
In this episode:00:01:10 - Want to win ONE YEAR of the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (Photoshop CC + Lightroom)?!!!
Want to win a super fast 64GB Lexar 1000x SDXC card? How about a $100 or $1,000 Amazon.com Gift Card? Everyone gets a FREE portfolio review by me who enters this giveaway!
Visit this page for details: http://www.LensShark.com/contests
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00:02:21 - The FREE Lens Shark Photography Podcast iOS, Android and Windows Phone apps are coming! You'll be able to listen...2015-08-2644 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 38: Trey Ratcliff vs. Atlanta Police [LSP #0038]Welcome to episode 38! Consider subscribing if you haven't already.
In this episode: 00:00:56 - Want to win ONE YEAR of the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (Photoshop CC + Lightroom)?!!!
Want to win a super fast 64GB Lexar 1000x SDXC card? How about a $100 or $1,000 Amazon.com Gift Card? Everyone gets a FREE portfolio review by me who enters this giveaway!
Visit this page for details: http://www.LensShark.com/contests
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00:02:19 - Photographer Trey Ratcliff has his photo walk tour of the U.S. i...2015-08-1640 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 38: Trey Ratcliff vs. Atlanta Police [LSP #0038]Welcome to episode 38! Consider subscribing if you haven't already.
In this episode: 00:00:56 - Want to win ONE YEAR of the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (Photoshop CC + Lightroom)?!!!
Want to win a super fast 64GB Lexar 1000x SDXC card? How about a $100 or $1,000 Amazon.com Gift Card? Everyone gets a FREE portfolio review by me who enters this giveaway!
Visit this page for details: http://www.LensShark.com/contests
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00:02:19 - Photographer Trey Ratcliff has his photo walk tour of the U.S. interrupted by police at Atlanta's Centennial Olympic Park.
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This weeks's listener question: 00:05:58 - Jeffrey from the Bronx, New York wants to...2015-08-1640 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 37: Can A Flash Really Cause Blindness? [LSP #0037]Welcome to episode 37! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:00:44 – Want a FREE portfolio review by me (Sharky James)? Want to win a super fast 64GB Lexar 1000x SDXC card? How about a $100 or $1,000 Amazon.com Gift Card?
Visit this page for details: http://www.LensShark.com/contests
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00:01:23 – This week’s Listener Question comes from Denise in Idaho. Denise wants to know if she should put her pricing on her website or leave them off.
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00:04:35 – Nikon announces the 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR, the 24mm f...2015-08-0828 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 37: Can A Flash Really Cause Blindness? [LSP #0037]Welcome to episode 37! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:00:44 – Want a FREE portfolio review by me (Sharky James)? Want to win a super fast 64GB Lexar 1000x SDXC card? How about a $100 or $1,000 Amazon.com Gift Card?
Visit this page for details: http://www.LensShark.com/contests
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00:01:23 – This week’s Listener Question comes from Denise in Idaho. Denise wants to know if she should put her pricing on her website or leave them off.
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00:04:35 – Nikon announces the 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR, the 24mm f/1.8G ED and the 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR.
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00:09:24 – Tamron releases the 18...2015-08-0828 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 36: Nikon or Fujifilm…Which Would You Choose? [LSP #0036]Welcome to episode 36! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:00 – Want a FREE portfolio review by me (Sharky James)? Want to win a super fast 64GB Lexar 1000x SDXC card? How about a $100 or $1,000 Amazon.com Gift Card?
Visit this page for details: http://www.LensShark.com/contests
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00:03:21 – This week’s Listener Question comes from Sergio in Ohio. Sergio has a Nikon D200, but wants to know if he should move up to the Nikon D700 or go mirrorless with the awesome Fujifilm X-T1.
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00:12:09 – A...2015-07-3044 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 36: Nikon or Fujifilm…Which Would You Choose? [LSP #0036]Welcome to episode 36! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:00 – Want a FREE portfolio review by me (Sharky James)? Want to win a super fast 64GB Lexar 1000x SDXC card? How about a $100 or $1,000 Amazon.com Gift Card?
Visit this page for details: http://www.LensShark.com/contests
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00:03:21 – This week’s Listener Question comes from Sergio in Ohio. Sergio has a Nikon D200, but wants to know if he should move up to the Nikon D700 or go mirrorless with the awesome Fujifilm X-T1.
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00:12:09 – Adobe’s Dehaze slider in Lightroom and Adobe Camera RAW seems to also do wonder with the night’...2015-07-3044 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 35: What The Heck Is Nikon Up To? [LSP #0035]Welcome to episode 35! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:00:53 – Want a FREE portfolio review by me (Sharky James)?Look for our podcast in iTunes. Rate us, review us and if you wouldn’t mind, subscribe! In exchange, I’ll review your portfolio and help you take your photography to the next level. Search for “Lens Shark” in iTunes. If you don’t have iTunes, Stitcher, Tune-In, etc. would be fine. But iTunes is deal as it helps us reach more listeners. Listen to the show for details. Thanks!
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00:02:47 – Nikon reportedly sends out a...2015-07-2229 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 35: What The Heck Is Nikon Up To? [LSP #0035]Welcome to episode 35! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:00:53 – Want a FREE portfolio review by me (Sharky James)?Look for our podcast in iTunes. Rate us, review us and if you wouldn’t mind, subscribe! In exchange, I’ll review your portfolio and help you take your photography to the next level. Search for “Lens Shark” in iTunes. If you don’t have iTunes, Stitcher, Tune-In, etc. would be fine. But iTunes is deal as it helps us reach more listeners. Listen to the show for details. Thanks!
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00:02:47 – Nikon reportedly sends out a Maintenance Service Initiative letter to 4,300 D800 o...2015-07-2229 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 34: Yet Another Nikon D750 Problem! [LSP #0034]Welcome to episode 34! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:16 – Want a FREE portfolio review by me (Sharky James)?Look for our podcast in iTunes. Rate us, review us and if you wouldn’t mind, subscribe! In exchange, I’ll review your portfolio and help you take your photography to the next level. Search for “Lens Shark” in iTunes. If you don’t have iTunes, Stitcher, Tune-In, etc. would be fine. But iTunes is deal as it helps us reach more listeners. Listen to the show for details. Thanks!
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00:05:07 – This week’s Listener Questi...2015-07-2136 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 34: Yet Another Nikon D750 Problem! [LSP #0034]Welcome to episode 34! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:16 – Want a FREE portfolio review by me (Sharky James)?Look for our podcast in iTunes. Rate us, review us and if you wouldn’t mind, subscribe! In exchange, I’ll review your portfolio and help you take your photography to the next level. Search for “Lens Shark” in iTunes. If you don’t have iTunes, Stitcher, Tune-In, etc. would be fine. But iTunes is deal as it helps us reach more listeners. Listen to the show for details. Thanks!
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00:05:07 – This week’s Listener Question comes from NyNy Weber in Southern Califo...2015-07-2136 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 33: Is the Sony a7R II a Game-Changing Camera? [LSP #0033]Welcome to episode 33! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:09 – Sony announces the a7R II and wows people with its specs. Is it a game-changing camera? I get some thoughts from Sony Artisan of Imagery Paul Gero and weigh in my own thoughts on this new body. Buy it here. (Affiliate link)
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00:12:23 – Is Flickr’s auto-tagging feature racist?
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00:13:11 – Fujifilm releases the X-T10 mirrorless body. Buy it here. (Affiliate link)
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00:13:57 – Panasonic releases the Lumix G7 Micro Four Thirds body with 4K Photo feature. Buy...2015-06-1143 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 33: Is the Sony a7R II a Game-Changing Camera? [LSP #0033]Welcome to episode 33! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:09 – Sony announces the a7R II and wows people with its specs. Is it a game-changing camera? I get some thoughts from Sony Artisan of Imagery Paul Gero and weigh in my own thoughts on this new body. Buy it here. (Affiliate link)
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00:12:23 – Is Flickr’s auto-tagging feature racist?
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00:13:11 – Fujifilm releases the X-T10 mirrorless body. Buy it here. (Affiliate link)
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00:13:57 – Panasonic releases the Lumix G7 Micro Four Thirds body with 4K Photo feature. Buy it here. (Affiliate link)
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00:14:35 – It’s official…the camera class is now officially called “mirrorless”. Why it’s...2015-06-1143 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 32: Is Richard Prince Even An Artist? [LSP #0032]Welcome to episode 32! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:22 – Controversial artist appropriates photos from Instagram, mocks up a screenshot and sells them for upwards of $100,000 for them. Is that art?
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00:02:55 – Miller Lite asks to use a photo from photographer Nikki May in a national ad campaign…but doesn’t want to pay for it. How devalued has photography become?
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00:08:19 – Sony makes a mistake and lists its awesome a7R at a $1,700 discount as hundreds, if not thousands, of people clammer to get the camera for roughly $200. Shoul...2015-06-1032 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 32: Is Richard Prince Even An Artist? [LSP #0032]Welcome to episode 32! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:22 – Controversial artist appropriates photos from Instagram, mocks up a screenshot and sells them for upwards of $100,000 for them. Is that art?
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00:02:55 – Miller Lite asks to use a photo from photographer Nikki May in a national ad campaign…but doesn’t want to pay for it. How devalued has photography become?
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00:08:19 – Sony makes a mistake and lists its awesome a7R at a $1,700 discount as hundreds, if not thousands, of people clammer to get the camera for roughly $200. Should they have honored all those orders?
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00:10:19 – A judge holds of the City of Atlanta...2015-06-1032 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 31: Does Jason Lanier Speak For You? [LSP #0031]Welcome to episode 31! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:17 – Sony Artisan of Imagery Jason Lanier takes on authorities in an effort to end “discrimination against photographers”. Does he speak for you? Will this make things better or worse for photographers? Watch the video here.
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00:06:08 – Canon announces its 50mm f/1.8 STM to replaces the 50mm f/1.8 II. See it here. (Affiliate link)
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00:07:07 – Users report that Lightroom 6/Creative Cloud is disappointing as most are not seeing the GPU acceleration improvements…and some are actually getting slower performance. We tell you why and h...2015-05-1656 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 31: Does Jason Lanier Speak For You? [LSP #0031]Welcome to episode 31! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:17 – Sony Artisan of Imagery Jason Lanier takes on authorities in an effort to end “discrimination against photographers”. Does he speak for you? Will this make things better or worse for photographers? Watch the video here.
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00:06:08 – Canon announces its 50mm f/1.8 STM to replaces the 50mm f/1.8 II. See it here. (Affiliate link)
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00:07:07 – Users report that Lightroom 6/Creative Cloud is disappointing as most are not seeing the GPU acceleration improvements…and some are actually getting slower performance. We tell you why and how to fix this. Lightroom 6 standalone or Adobe Creative Cloud...2015-05-1656 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 30: Lightroom 6 Wah Wahhh [LSP #0030]Welcome to episode 30! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:Your host is featured along with 9 other sports shooters who dare to use mirrorless systems on the job.
Check it out the MirrorLessons.com piece here:http://bit.ly/MLsports
00:02:06 – Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6/Creative Cloud is released and it’s mostly seen as being a big yawn by the photographic community. Get it here. (Affiliate link)
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00:05:00 – Is Nikon actually working on a full-frame mirrorless camera system…and will that help to keep Nikon relevant?
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00:08:07 – A...2015-05-0733 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 30: Lightroom 6 Wah Wahhh [LSP #0030]Welcome to episode 30! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:Your host is featured along with 9 other sports shooters who dare to use mirrorless systems on the job.
Check it out the MirrorLessons.com piece here:http://bit.ly/MLsports
00:02:06 – Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6/Creative Cloud is released and it’s mostly seen as being a big yawn by the photographic community. Get it here. (Affiliate link)
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00:05:00 – Is Nikon actually working on a full-frame mirrorless camera system…and will that help to keep Nikon relevant?
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In this episode:00:01:51 – A photographer leaves his Nikon D5200 (affiliate link) on a Ryanair flight only to have it stolen by flight attendant.
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00:05:11 – An Ontario-based vegan posts a video to YouTube claiming that cameras are radioactive and dangerous. But old camera gear is, so do some research. Read more here.
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00:07:12 – Mitakon releases a very affordable alternative to Canon’s 85mm f/1.2 L lens.
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00:08:45 – Is lighting gear maker Photoflex a photo industry zombie as they’ve announced that they’re not going out of business after all?
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00:11:00 – A South Carolina man captures newsworthy foota...2015-04-3031 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 29: Is Your Camera Dangerous? [LSP #0029]Welcome to episode 29! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:51 – A photographer leaves his Nikon D5200 (affiliate link) on a Ryanair flight only to have it stolen by flight attendant.
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00:05:11 – An Ontario-based vegan posts a video to YouTube claiming that cameras are radioactive and dangerous. But old camera gear is, so do some research. Read more here.
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00:07:12 – Mitakon releases a very affordable alternative to Canon’s 85mm f/1.2 L lens.
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00:08:45 – Is lighting gear maker Photoflex a photo industry zombie as they’ve announced t...2015-04-3031 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 28: Is Your Camera A Phony? [LSP #0028]Welcome to episode 28! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:02:20 – A photographer fires back and files a $1 Million lawsuit against a bride and groom she alleges tried to ruin her business.
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00:04:41 – Canon permanently drops prices on its great glass. Check them out here. (Affiliate link)
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00:09:25 – Nikon warns of cameras being sold which are made to look like more expensive models. Is your camera a phony? We tell you how to find out.
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00:11:38 – A Texas lawmaker withdraws the ridiculous anti-photography bill he introduced…and probably wishes he hadn’t proposed it in the first place.
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00:12:45 – Google-owned Snapseed releases v2.0.
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00:13:05 –...2015-04-2933 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 28: Is Your Camera A Phony? [LSP #0028]Welcome to episode 28! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:02:20 – A photographer fires back and files a $1 Million lawsuit against a bride and groom she alleges tried to ruin her business.
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00:04:41 – Canon permanently drops prices on its great glass. Check them out here. (Affiliate link)
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00:09:25 – Nikon warns of cameras being sold which are made to look like more expensive models. Is your camera a phony? We tell you how to find out.
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00:11:38 – A Texas lawmaker withdraws the ridiculous anti-photography bill he introduced…an...2015-04-2933 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 27: Watch Out For West Virginia! [LSP #0027]Welcome to episode 27! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:40 – A photographer and her former MTV VJ brother, get detained by a “hostile mob” who wouldn’t let them leave until they could view the photos the shot of their children.
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00:16:14 – Nikon releases its Nikon 1 J5 mirrorless camera, but will anyone actually buy it when much more exciting offerings by Sony and others are available?
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00:21:30 – A Chinese official finds out when his love for photography got in the way of doing his job.
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00:23:03 – Craigslist recommends that you arrange to do your expensive gear transactions…at a police station.
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00:24:4...2015-04-0932 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 27: Watch Out For West Virginia! [LSP #0027]Welcome to episode 27! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:40 – A photographer and her former MTV VJ brother, get detained by a “hostile mob” who wouldn’t let them leave until they could view the photos the shot of their children.
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00:16:14 – Nikon releases its Nikon 1 J5 mirrorless camera, but will anyone actually buy it when much more exciting offerings by Sony and others are available?
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00:21:30 – A Chinese official finds out when his love for photography got in the way of doing his job.
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0...2015-04-0932 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 26: Another Victory In The War On Photography [LSP #0026]Welcome to episode 26! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:16 – Gov. Asa Hutchinson of Arkansas vetoes a bill which would have infringed on the First Amendment.
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00:03:42 – Would you apply chemical eyedrops to your eyes if it meant you could improve your night vision?
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00:05:01 – Facebook now allows parents to tag their kids who are under 13.
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00:05:53 – Sony divests itself of about half of its investment in competitor, Olympus.
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00:07:53 – Photoflex goes out of business after 30 years in the business.
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00:09:35 – In-depth with official White House photographer Pete Souza. Watch the interview here.
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00:10:18 – Yahoo!-owned Flickr has two options for you to release photos into the...2015-04-0826 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 26: Another Victory In The War On Photography [LSP #0026]Welcome to episode 26! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:16 – Gov. Asa Hutchinson of Arkansas vetoes a bill which would have infringed on the First Amendment.
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00:03:42 – Would you apply chemical eyedrops to your eyes if it meant you could improve your night vision?
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00:05:01 – Facebook now allows parents to tag their kids who are under 13.
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00:05:53 – Sony divests itself of about half of its investment in competitor, Olympus.
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00:07:53 – Photoflex goes out of business after 30 years in the business.
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...2015-04-0826 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 25: What Wedding Shooters Really Make [LSP #0025]Welcome to episode 25! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:04 – Wedding industry “The Knot” polls wedding shooters and finds out what they really make.
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00:07:46 – Another photographer gets plowed into by a horse while shooting a horse race. How can you protect yourself? See it here.
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00:10:28 – A Texas Republican introduces a bill which would make it illegal to photograph law enforcement within 25 feet of them. Read more about it here.
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00:14:26 – Actress/troublemaker Lindsay Lohan posts a photo on Instagram with some pretty bad Photoshopping…then follows it up with a racial slur. See it here.
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00:16:52 – Photoshop experts use version 1.0 from 25 years ago w...2015-03-2231 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 25: What Wedding Shooters Really Make [LSP #0025]Welcome to episode 25! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:04 – Wedding industry “The Knot” polls wedding shooters and finds out what they really make.
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00:07:46 – Another photographer gets plowed into by a horse while shooting a horse race. How can you protect yourself? See it here.
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00:10:28 – A Texas Republican introduces a bill which would make it illegal to photograph law enforcement within 25 feet of them. Read more about it here.
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00:14:26 – Actress/troublemaker Lindsay Lohan posts a photo on Instagram with some pretty bad Photoshopping…...2015-03-2231 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 24: A Victory in the War on Photography [LSP #0024]Welcome to episode 24! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:21 – A U.S. Navy veteran catches flack for photographing a solider cradling his 8-day-old baby using the U.S. flag. Read more about it here.
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00:04:53 – Is Canon getting ready to update its amazing 50mm f/1.2L lens? Get the current one here. (affiliate link)
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00:05:48 – Los Angeles County agrees to pay three photographers $50,000 and train its deputies that photography is not a crime.
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00:09:47 – Eye-Fi releases what it’s calling “The most powerful wireless SD card ever”. Buy it here. (affiliate link)
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00:10:48 – People are up in arms over The New York Times excluding former...2015-03-1938 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 24: A Victory in the War on Photography [LSP #0024]Welcome to episode 24! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:21 – A U.S. Navy veteran catches flack for photographing a solider cradling his 8-day-old baby using the U.S. flag. Read more about it here.
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00:04:53 – Is Canon getting ready to update its amazing 50mm f/1.2L lens? Get the current one here. (affiliate link)
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00:05:48 – Los Angeles County agrees to pay three photographers $50,000 and train its deputies that photography is not a crime.
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00:09:47 – Eye-Fi releases what it’s calling “The most powerful wireless SD card...2015-03-1938 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 23: Woodpecker + Weasel = Awesome! [LSP #0023]Welcome to episode 23! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:37 – Triggertrap apologizes to backers of its Kickstarter campaign despite raising nearly 6 times more than they asked for. Find out why.
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00:07:59 – Nikon takes two years to release an underwhelming update to the D7100. We break down the D7200 which you can pre-order now. (affiliate link)
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00:12:45 – An English photographer thinks quickly and photographs a weasel on the back of a woodpecker in flight as it tries to escape. Check out the article and photos here.
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00:1...2015-03-0946 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickEpisode 23: Woodpecker + Weasel = Awesome! [LSP #0023]Welcome to episode 23! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:00:01:37 – Triggertrap apologizes to backers of its Kickstarter campaign despite raising nearly 6 times more than they asked for. Find out why.
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00:07:59 – Nikon takes two years to release an underwhelming update to the D7100. We break down the D7200 which you can pre-order now. (affiliate link)
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00:12:45 – An English photographer thinks quickly and photographs a weasel on the back of a woodpecker in flight as it tries to escape. Check out the article and photos here.
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00:14:43 – HP licenses a photograph through Getty Images for use as wallpaper on their laptops and nets a Turkish phot...2015-03-0946 minLens Shark Photography Podcast - the latest in DSLR, mirrorless, lenses, photo software, tips, trickBONUS audio Nikon D7200 announcementThis is audio from the video I posted on YouTube.com/LensShark Subscribe to the podcast: http://bit.ly/LensSharkiTunes To order the Nikon D7200: http://www.LensShark.com/Nikon-D7200 This is a seemingly minor upgrade to the D7100, but is still a very nice camera and at a very reasonable price. Some quick specs: 24.2 Megapixel APS-C crop-sensor No OLPF (Optical Low Pass […]
The post BONUS audio Nikon D7200 announcement appeared first on Lens Shark Photography Podcast.2015-03-0323 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.BONUS audio Nikon D7200 announcementThis is audio from the video I posted on YouTube.com/LensShark Subscribe to the podcast: http://bit.ly/LensSharkiTunes To order the Nikon D7200: http://www.LensShark.com/Nikon-D7200 This is a seemingly minor upgrade to the D7100, but is still a very nice camera and at a very reasonable price. Some quick specs: 24.2 Megapixel APS-C crop-sensor No OLPF (Optical Low Pass […]
The post BONUS audio Nikon D7200 announcement appeared first on Lens Shark Photography Podcast.2015-03-0323 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 22: That Darn Dress! [LSP #0022]Welcome to episode 22! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:The world goes crazy as we debate whether or not that now famous dress was gold & white or blue and black. We discuss this and how so many people can see different things in the same photograph. Check out the photos and illustrations which show how our eyes deceive us here. #TheDress
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In the news:A town in Belgium gets ticked off at an Italian photographer who won a World Press Photo award feeling he distorted reality and portrayed the town in a...2015-02-2837 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 21: Is Your Photography Pointless? [LSP #0021]Welcome to episode 21! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:
Angeline in Paris, France feels like her photography is pointless and wants to know how to find inspiration so she doesn’t lose her interest in photography.
She also asks if I plan on doing any photography workshops in Paris…or anywhere else.
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In the news:An update on the Florida-based company which ignited a social media racial firestorm over the naming of an upcoming set of Photoshop actions and the imagery used to promote it.
2015-02-2540 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 20: How NOT to Promote a Product [LSP #0020]Welcome to episode 20! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:
A Florida-based company ignites a racial firestorm with imagery used to promote an upcoming product.We talk about the controversy and question if sometimes art can go too far.
UPDATE [February 20, 2014 10:45 pm PST]It appears that amid the controversy, Seasalt and Co. has removed their presence on social media and have included this message on their website.
Is Nikon getting ready to announce the D7200 and a Nikon 1 J5 with 4K video in it?
Less than a week af...2015-02-2034 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 19: Our First Question From The Land Down Under! [LSP #0019]Welcome to episode 19! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:We take our very first question from Australia as Diane wonders if the flippy screen on the D750 will make her look less professional in her wedding photography. She also asks about if she should worry about the D750’s light leak/flare issue and how this body performs in low light.As a D750 owner, I answer her questions and give her some informed advice.
In the news:An unretouched photo of 48-year-old former supermodel Cindy Crawford leaks and sparks a national...2015-02-1759 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 18: More News Than You Can Shake A Stick At! [LSP #0018]Welcome to episode 18! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:
A cheap Photoshop alternative:England-based Serif, releases Photoshop competitor “Affinity Photo” for free during it’s beta period and only $50 once out of beta with two years of free updates and no subscriptions.
Pentax’s weird KS-2 camera…just not as weird as the KS-120 Megapixel KS-2 is announced with some underwhelming features and in an odd color combination. Order the Pentax KS-2 here (affiliate link).
Nikon announces the D810a for astrophotographyAre you going to plunk down $3,800 for a purpose-buil...2015-02-1228 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 17: Lots and Lots of News! [LSP #0017]Welcome to episode 17! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:Our YouTube channel has launched. Check out YouTube.com/LensShark for a video preview of the Canon 5Ds and 5Ds R which was just announced.
Canon 5Ds and 5Ds R bodiesThe rumors were true. We cover these beastly 50.6 Megapixel, 5 fps camera bodies. But can Canon’s current crop of lenses resolve that much resolution? We discuss who a camera like this is really designed for.
Available to order on Amazon.com (affiliate link)
Canon 11-24mm f/4L USM lensIs...2015-02-0828 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.BONUS audio Canon 5Ds and 5Ds R announcementSubscribe to the podcast: http://bit.ly/LensSharkiTunes BONUS audio from a video I uploaded on this at: YouTube.com/LensShark Canon just announced two 50.6 Megapixel DSLRs named the 5Ds and 5DsR. The latter features a Low Pass Cancellation Filter. Order them here. These behemoths in the megapixel arena are clearly aimed toward portrait, fashion, landscape and architectural/real estate […]
The post BONUS audio Canon 5Ds and 5Ds R announcement appeared first on Lens Shark Photography Podcast.2015-02-0720 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 16: Canon Rumors Abound! [LSP #0016]Welcome to episode 16! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:Chris in Ohio wants to know if he should use Photoshop or Lightroom to edit his photos…and why. We answer his question and give him a free alternative (Gimp.org).
We gained over 1,000 followers on Instagram in just 2 weeks! Thanks! We’re “LensShark” on Instagram and all social media. Add us and connect with us.
In the news:Rumors of Canon’s soon-to-be-announced EOS 5Ds with 50.6 Megapixels. There’s also a rumor of an EOS 5Ds-R model without a low pass filter in it...2015-02-0237 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 15: Our Very First Question…From Mars! [LSP #0015]Welcome to episode 15! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:Mars Federico in Germany wants to know why his photos are coming out differently when printing them out than what he’s seeing on his screen.
We answer his question with possible reasons for why this is occurring, give some tips on printing better photos and talk about our upcoming print test.
In the news:Someone crashes a drone on the lawn at the White House. Did they ruin things for the rest of us?
Sports Illustrated pivots…and let...2015-01-2832 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 14: Uh Oh! We’ve Got Memory Problems! [LSP #0014]Welcome to episode 14! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:Derek in Arizona wants to know what’s up with the numbers on memory cards like 1066x, 1000x, 800x, etc.
We answer his question and talk about the various speed ratings, considerations if you plan on shooting video, card reader speed considerations, how to care for your memory crds and more and more.
We have our recommendations for memory cards in the “Gear I Like” section on LensShark.com and go into the brands we know and trust.
In the ne...2015-01-2321 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 13: The Unlucky Episode [LSP #0013]Welcome to episode 13! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:We show our appreciation for a listener and thank all of you for supporting this podcast.
We take a question from Bill in Kentucky who wants to know why he has spots all over his photographs. We tell him what to look for and the steps to take to clean his image sensor and lenses to get rid of this problem. We also talk about how to shoot around this problem using your aperture.
In the news:Nikon releases its pla...2015-01-2125 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 12: Seriously Nikon? Seriously? [LSP #0012]Welcome to episode 12! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
In this episode:We talk about Nikon’s quiet factory recall of the D750, which while a wonderful camera (and our pick for DSLR of the Year 2014), has been plagued with a light leak/flare issue.
I read the email I got from Amazon.com regarding the D750 problem and read info from Nikon’s site with a message to wait for a forthcoming announcement at the end of January.
We discuss whether or not Nikon should give everyone a new D750 rather than fix...2015-01-1727 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 11: Nikon King of the Underwhelming Updates [LSP #0011]Welcome to episode 11! Consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
Judy from Washington state wants to know our thoughts on Nikon’s D5500 announcementShould you upgrade from your D5300? Listen and find out!
Also, get our thoughts on our beloved Nikon and the lack of innovation coming out them.
In the news:Photography products manufacturer Gary Fong, maker of the Lightsphere, loses his home to a fire.
Congressman Steve Stockman (R-Texas) introduces the “Ansel Adams Act” which seeks to keep shooting in national parks free.
Announcement:Free eBook! – ...2015-01-1314 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 10: We’re in double digits! [LSP #0010]The 10th episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon! Yes! Now on to a twice a week schedule! Subscribe!
Abbie from England asks about whether she should shoot RAW or JPGWe go over the pros or cons based on my experience over the years in why you should shoot JPG…and why you should shoot RAW. We talk about the great deal of control you have with RAW and the limitations placed on you by shooting JPG.
Announcement:Free eBook! – The Lens Shark Quickstart Guide to Perfect Exposure.
Announcement:Free camera giveaway coming up!Th...2015-01-0720 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 9: Gray snow…is better than yellow snow! [LSP #0009]The 9th episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon! Subscribe.
Chris from Ohio wonders why the snow in his photos look gray.We tell Chris why it is that his snow photos are looking gray, how to make that snow white again while you’re shooting and give tips on how to shoot better snow photos and stack the deck in your favor.
Announcement:Free eBook! – The Lens Shark Quickstart Guide to Perfect Exposure.
Announcement:Free camera giveaway coming up!The winner’s choice of a Nikon D750, Canon 7D Mark II or Sony A7s!2015-01-0516 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 8: We’re International Baby! [LSP #0008]The 8th episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon! Subscribe.
Thomas from London asks about Image StabilizationIn this episode, we take our very first international question as Thomas from London asks how Image Stabilization (IS) works and why a friend of his told him that he should NOT use it when shooting sports.
The Nikon D750…is it really the D700 replacement? Find out!John from Illinois returns with a question about the Nikon D750 and wants to know if I think it’s the long-awaited successor to the D700. I own both cameras so I’ve got some in...2015-01-0418 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 7: I can see the future! [LSP #0007]The 7th episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon! Subscribe.
In this episode I give my camera predictions for 2015 and a quick look back at 2014.
Philip Bloom’s awesome video showing the incredible low-light ability of the Sony A7s. What it can do for video, it can do for stills of course. If you’re looking for a superior low-light camera…this may be the one.
Announcement:Free eBook! – The Lens Shark Quickstart Guide to Perfect Exposure.
Announcement:Free camera giveaway coming up!The winner’s choice of a Nikon D750, Canon 7D Mark II or...2015-01-0315 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 6: New Year…new career? [LSP #0006]The 6th episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon! Subscribe.
In this episode, John from Oklahoma writes in with this question:“I’m considering giving up my career and going full-time with my photography, but I’m a little bit scared about doing so. What sort of things should I consider before making the jump and going pro?”
We answer his question by giving him solid advice on the things he needs to think about when considering whether or not he should leave his job and do photography full-time. If you’ve been thinking about doing photography as...2015-01-0219 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 5: A Circular What Now?!!! [LSP #0005]The 5th episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon! Subscribe.
In this episode, we take another audio question from Jessica in New York City who wants to know which circular polarizer to get. We also go into what a circular polarizer is as well as when and how to use one.
Announcement:Free eBook! – The Lens Shark Quickstart Guide to Perfect Exposure.
Announcement:Free camera giveaway coming up!The winner’s choice of a Nikon D750, Canon 7D Mark II or Sony A7s!
Listener questions needed:Click the link for the podcast and l...2015-01-0110 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 4: ISO…How High Should You Go? [LSP #0004]The 4th episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon! Subscribe.
The fourth episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon!
In this episode, we take an audio question from Bill in Atlanta, GA who wants to know how high of an ISO he can shoot and what H.1, H.2, etc. mean.
Announcement:Free eBook! – The Lens Shark Quickstart Guide to Perfect Exposure.
Announcement:Free camera giveaway coming up!The winner’s choice of a Nikon D750, Canon 7D Mark II or Sony A7s!
Listener questions needed:Click the link for the podcast and...2014-12-3109 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 3: My Very First Correction [LSP #0003]The 3rd episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon! Subscribe.
In this episode, I correct a mistake I made in Episode 1 by not mentioning when it actually IS a good time to use a UV filter (glass of course). Remember, friends don’t let friends use plastic filters™.
My good friend Paul Gero, a Sony Artisan of Imagery and top wedding photographer in Ladera Ranch, CA, reminded me after listening to that episode that there are some occasions when protecting that front element with a filter is a good idea. Paul shoots a lot at the beach a...2014-12-2913 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 2: Los Dos Podcastios – The Mirrorless vs. DSLR Debate! [LSP #0002]The 2nd episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon! Subscribe.
In this episode, we tackle the mirrorless vs. DSLR debate in this episode.
I talk about why I decided to ditch my Nikon D4s ($6,497) for a Nikon D750 ($2,297)…then just 6 weeks later drank the mirrorless Kool-Aid and added the AMAZING Sony a6000 ($448) and practically night vision Sony A7s ($2,498) to the mix!
We go over the pros and cons of mirrorless cameras vs. their DSLR counterparts and where these technologies are going.
We talk about how big name pro photographers are switching t...2014-12-2821 minLensShark Photography Podcast - this is the old show. Look for the new one.Episode 1: It’s Beginning To Look A Lot…Like A Podcast [LSP #0001]The 1st episode in a 10 day podcasting marathon! Subscribe.
In this episode, we kick off the Lens Shark Photography Podcast with a question from Jessica in New York City about whether or not UV (Ultraviolet) filters are useful in protecting the front element of your lens.
We also cover lens hoods, how they can aide in protecting the front element of your lens and the other benefits of using a lens hood.
We discuss whether or not the kits sold with UV filters, lens cloths, camera bags, etc. are a ripoff or not....2014-12-2620 min