Episodes
Sunday Dec 09, 2018
Fotobug - Episode 223 - Stocking Stuffers for Photographers
Sunday Dec 09, 2018
Sunday Dec 09, 2018
Jim and Fred have some suggestions for holiday shoppers for photographers, but first, the news!
The FAA has granted Vantage Robotic's 4K camera drone Snap a certification to allow it to be flown over crowds of people for commercial and non-commercial purpose. Underwater camera housing manufacturer Nauticam has released a housing for the Nikon mirrorless camera. DJI has released a new Osmo gimbal called the Osmo Pocket. Tumblr has announced all adult content will be removed from the site by December 17th. Photokina 2019 has been cancelled and will become an annual event beginning 2020.
The Holidays are right around the corner, and the Fotobug guys have some suggestions for the photographer in your life (or maybe even for yourself!). Links to many of the suggestions in the podcast are listed below. If you have suggestions or comments, please leave them below and we wish you all the best of the Season!
Coming up: a review of the DJI Ronin-S and the new Mavic Zoom drone.
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Product links mentioned in Podcast:
Drone Tablet Stent - https://goo.gl/nZv31S
Neewer ND Filters - Mavic - https://goo.gl/ToHE7k
PolarPro ND Filters - Mavic - https://goo.gl/6Dt4Mn
USB Card Reader - https://goo.gl/WPjeLt
Carson LED Sensor Loupe - https://goo.gl/EXxduF
Lens Pen - https://goo.gl/wJVj5W
AA Battery Caddy - https://goo.gl/5CCF5n
Camera Rain Sleeve - https://goo.gl/JrezuT
BlackRapid Camera Strap - single - https://goo.gl/sKvf5r
BlackRapid Camera Strap - double - https://goo.gl/4pqMqR
Rogue Safari Popup Flash extender - https://goo.gl/23Y24c
Hoodman Loupe - https://goo.gl/rNeaGP
Redhead Glomitt Gloves - Cabelas or Bass Pro Shops - $19.95
Sunday Nov 15, 2015
Fotobug - Episode 143 - Review Rogue Safari
Sunday Nov 15, 2015
Sunday Nov 15, 2015
Welcome to The Fotobug Podcast number 143! In current news, camera manufacturers have been declaring decent profits, but digital camera sales have been declining. The trend seems to be toward mirrorless cameras. Polaroid is suing GoPro over the new Hero 4 Session which Poloroid claims is a copy of The Cube. Medium format camera maker, Hasseblad has sold a minority stake to DJI Technology in China which makes the popular Phantom UAV. National Geographic just announced a lay-off of nearly 10% of its workforce due to a cost cutting measure after it was acquired by Rupert Murdoch.
Sunday Sep 06, 2015
Fotobug - Episode 138 - Rogue Flashbenders
Sunday Sep 06, 2015
Sunday Sep 06, 2015
Catching up on the latest photography news, SNAPP guides are coming which will connect photographers to the best locations for photos. From our friend, Luka Esenko and we will soon be following up with him when it is released for IOS and Android. Canadian viewers, listen up! Lens Rentals Canada is closing permanently, according to a statement issued by owner Craig Blairy. He cites logistical issues and personal reasons, saying numerous problems with the business 'didn't make it a fun endeavor'. The LxMeter from Italian manufacturer Optivelox has introduced an accessory that turns your smartphone into a light meter. Olympus has patented a technology that records polarization information directly on the sensor itself. DJI has announced a new camera UAV called the Phantom 3 Standard for $799. Tune into the podcast for more details!