Episodes
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
Fotobug Episode 333 - Review Skylum’s Luminar Neo Focus Stacking
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
Focus stacking is the procedure of taking a number of photos from a fixed position and adjusting the focus between each frame, then using software to combine the focused portions of each image into a finished image. Skylum's Luminar Neo now has a module available that will take the image sequence and combine them into a finished image with a deeper range of focus! Simply import the images into Neo, then drag them over and drop them onto the module! Fred and Jim check out the new module.
Sunday Jan 15, 2023
Fotobug Episode 330 - Arsenal 2 - First Look
Sunday Jan 15, 2023
Sunday Jan 15, 2023
Jim and Fred set out to do a complete review of the new Arsenal 2, but despite their best efforts, they weren't able to get it to work. The reason was due to the fact neither one bothered to watch the instructional videos and read the manuals! Big mistake! So, this is a first look at the Arsenal 2 and a full review will be presented in the near future - stay tuned!!
In the news we mentioned the DIY LED light for smart phones and the link for the instructions is https://hackaday.com/2023/01/01/ledcard-the-pocketable-ring-light/
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Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Fotobug Episode 327 - Review: Asus Zenbook Pro Duo 15” Laptop
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Jim's four year old HP ZBook overheated (and was turned off at the time!) and had to be sent off to see if it could be repaired. in the meantime, he researched for a new laptop and was impressed with the Asus Zenbook Pro Duo, So he bought the 15" model and reviews it here!
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Sunday Jul 31, 2022
The Fotobug Episode 318 - GoPro Hero Essentials
Sunday Jul 31, 2022
Sunday Jul 31, 2022
The GoPro Hero cameras are fantastic little cameras for capturing sports and are nice and compact for travel. In addition, they can capture excellent video and still images. However, there are a number of accessories and add-ons that The Fotobug guys are going to recommend to make the camera even better! Many are listed in this podcast!
Here are links to the products mentioned on Amazon:
Don't forget - still time to register for the Black Hills Photo Shootout in South Dakota - last weekend in September! https://blackhillsphotoshootout.com/
Sunday Jun 05, 2022
Fotobug Episode 314 - Platypod Products - eXtreme
Sunday Jun 05, 2022
Sunday Jun 05, 2022
Jim was one of the early backers of the new Platypod eXtreme and was one of the first to receive it. Platypod has been busy with the new Ergo and Eliite ball heads and now the improved Platypod eXtreme. Jim and Fred show off the new ball heads as well as demonstrate the advantages of the newest Platypod. In addition, they point out a couple things to be aware of when using the Platyballs!
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Sunday May 08, 2022
Fotobug Episode 312 - Hollywood Lark 150 review & tips
Sunday May 08, 2022
Sunday May 08, 2022
Audio is as important as video for filmmakers and so microphones are an important tool. Wireless microphones allow the video maker more flexibility with less restrictive movement. There are several good systems on the market and Jim and Fred check out the Hollyland Lark 150 and offer up some important tips to get the most of out this system. Please share any tips you might have discovered if you use the Hollyland system.
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Sunday Apr 10, 2022
Fotobug Episode 310 - Galaxy Pixel 6 Pro Review
Sunday Apr 10, 2022
Sunday Apr 10, 2022
Something a bit different! Sometimes we don't always have our cameras with us, but we do have our smartphones. Smartphone cameras are getting better and better with each new model and in this podcast review, Fred presents his thoughts on the new Google Pixel 6 Pro and the photographic capabilities of it's camera.
While we are not advocating replacing your DSLR or mirrorless camera with a smartphone camera, smartphone cameras can be nice to have with you in a pinch.
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Sunday Mar 27, 2022
Fotobug Episode 309 - GoPro Hero10 Review
Sunday Mar 27, 2022
Sunday Mar 27, 2022
In September 2021, GoPro released the new Hero10 Black. Jim and Fred take a look at the new features of this latest action camera - is it worth buying or upgrading? They also compare the camera to previous models and show off some footage captured with the new camera.
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Sunday Jan 16, 2022
Fotobug Episode 304 - Photo year in Review and Year to Come!
Sunday Jan 16, 2022
Sunday Jan 16, 2022
Fred and Jim look into their crystal ball (or AI monitors) and give their best stab at what may come in 2022 in the world of Photography. In addition they cover the highlights of 2021 (Spoiler alert - Covid wasn't one of them!). We would also love your comments - do you think the Fotobug guys are way off base and contribute your own forecast!
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Sunday Dec 19, 2021
Fotobug Episode 302 - Last Minute Photo GIfts
Sunday Dec 19, 2021
Sunday Dec 19, 2021
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Fred and Jim just completed a Photo Walk at Fort DeSoto sponsored by Skylum Software! Thank you to Robert Vanelli and everyone from Skylum for making this happen and to all those who showed up on a foggy morning!
This is the last Fotobug Podcast of 2021! To finish the year, Jim and Fred share some gift ideas, for yourself or for another photographer friend or family member! Stay safe and be sure to tune in next year!