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Fotobug Episode 356 - Hover Air X1 Beyond the Selfie Mode

A couple episodes back we Jim and Fred reviewed the Hover Air X1 and labeled as a 'selfie drone'.  However, since Jim and Fred tend to discourage selfies they wondered if the Drone could be useful for an actual video for Vloggers or YouTubers.  Check out this podcast to see how to do just that!  The wireless microphones they are using is from Amazon - The PQRQP 2 Pack Wireless Lavalier Microphone for iPhone or iPad - there is likely a version available for Android as well!  Amazon Microphone Link

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Fotobug Episode 355 - Meike Canon Lens Adapter review

Mirrorless cameras are thinner than DSLRs due to the removal of the mirror mechanism.  The thinner body means the existing DSLR lenses won't focus properly.  The camera companies have changed the mount to ensure that the older lenses won't work - that is without an adapter.  Canon currently charges $130 for their base adapter, but there are third party adapters which can save you some money and work fine as there are no optics, just a way to move the lens further from the sensor and couple them with the camera electronics!  Fred reviews one from Meike!

Fotobug Episdode 354 - Zhiyun M20C LED light Review

Zhiyun is coming out with very interesting LED lights which can be used for still photography as well as video.  One of their newest is the M20C which is an updated version of the M20.  Jim and Fred check out the new light and the combo pack which includes barn doors, a mounting cage, a honeycomb filter and a diffusion filter, all which attach via magnets! The light is available from several sources including Amazon.

Fotobug Episode 353 - Hover Air X1 Drone Review

The Zero Zero Robotics little Hover Air X1 drone has been getting a lot of attention so The Fotobug guys decided to give it a look and see if it lives up to the hype.  This little drone only weighs 125 grams and yet is full autonomous and can record video up to 2.7k at 30fps. 

If you would like to buy one of your own use the following link:

PURCHASE X1

Also, Jim tested out the Supertone Clear audio plugin to reduce or eliminate background noise (formerly known as Goyo).  You can obtain a trail version here:

CLEAR PLUGIN

Fotobug Episode 352 - Review - Veikk 1200 Graphics Tablet

The Veikk 1200 graphics tablet is only $159 and comes with 2 pens, 28 extra nibs and features an HD full sRGB color screen to draw on.  Just how good can it be?  Well, the Fotobug guys decided to find out and were pleasantly surprised!  This tablet's graphics are so good, it can be used as an extra laptop (even desktop) monitor.

Fotobug Episode 351 -Travel to Alberta Canada

Jim recently returned from two weeks in Alberta, Canada including Edmonton, Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff.  This podcast is a highlight view of the trip including a gallery of some of the images Jim took on the trip.

Fotobug Episode 350 - Highlights of 2023 Black Hills Photo Shootout

The thirteenth annual Black Hills Photo Shootout just finished this past September (2023).  Once again, Jim and Fred led workshops at this annual event. Jim's workshops included Wildlife of Custer Park, A River Runs Through It, Sunset at The Needles, and Cowboy/Cowgirl portraits after Dark.  Fred conducted a single workshop on macro and flowers at a Custer State Park Lake as he was flying out the next day to Oregon to visit his sister.

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Fotobug Episode 349 - Guest Michael Sidofsky

Michael Sidofsky is a commercial and travel photographer from Toronto who has a very interesting style.  Jim and Fred sit down to discuss his passion for photography and how he creates his interesting images.  Michael is coming out with a book in October 2023 "Wonder around every Corner" which will be available in all the major book sellers.  In addition we encourage you to check out Michael's website at www.mindzeyephotography.com.

Fotobug Episode 348 - Platypod Handle Review

The Handle is the latest accessory from Platypod.  This $69 "mini" tripod can be used on a tripod and even has a 3/8" bolt at the top which you can put on a ball head.  The base of The Handle is compatible with acrca plates.  At the top of The Handle there is a ring of 1/4" screw holes to attach additional accessories!

Fotobug Episode 347 -Arsenal 2 Sunset capture

Jim and Fred have previously reviewed the Arsenal 2 for timelapse and for focus stacking.  But how well does the Arsenal work for it's primary purpose, automatically choosing camera settings and "Deep Color" processing?  Well, the guys take it out to the beach for a sunset to see just how well it works.