The Camera Gear Podcast

The Leica M EV1 has us a little surprised at Leica’s willingness to deviate from the analog nature of their M series of cameras, and we debate whether it’s the camera Leica fans have been waiting for. But before that, Lucas continues his internal struggle of how to manage and edit his photos. Also, we look at an interesting set of Lightroom presets a listener pointed us to that seem to match other brands’ cameras to Fuji film simulations. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Also, some of the product links in the notes below are affiliate links which earn us a commission if you make a purchase, at no additional cost to you. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at [email protected]. Notes: Camera RAW X [Apple App Store] Nitro [Gentlemen Coders] Photomater [Pixelmator] Mylio FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55 LUTs Released [CineD] Fujify.me Leica M EV1 [B&H]

Which cameras were our top picks in 2025? As we’ve done in previous years, for this episode we considered all of the camera releases from 2025 and chose our favorites in various categories, including best photo camera, best hybrid mirrorless camera, best overall, and more. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast If you prefer to make a one-time donation, you can find us on Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/cameragearpodcast  Also, some of the product links in the notes below are affiliate links to websites such as Amazon.com, B&H Photo, and Adorama, which earn us a commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at [email protected]. Notes: Camera Contenders (had to be first buyable in 2025) Sony Sony A7 V Sony RX1R III Sony FX2 Sony FX3a Sony PXW-Z300 Nikon / RED Nikon Z5 II Nikon ZR Nikon Coolpix P1100 RED V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount RED KOMODO-X Z Mount RED V-RAPTOR XE (Z-Mount) Fujifilm Fuji X-Half Fuji X-E5 Fuji X-T30 III Fuji GFX100RF Fuji GFX Eterna 55 Canon Canon R6 III Canon C50 Canon R50 V Canon PowerShot V1 Panasonic Panasonic Lumix S1R II Panasonic Lumix S1 II Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE Ricoh Ricoh GR IV Leica Leica Q3 Monochrom Leica M EV1 Leica SL3-S OM System OM System OM-5 MK II OM System OM-3 Sigma Sigma BF Hasselblad Hasselblad X2D II 100C Blackmagic Blackmagic Pyxis 12K Blackmagic Ursa Cine 12K ARRI ARRI Alexa 36 Xtreme

We look back at the camera news of 2025 and judge each major camera brand’s wins and losses, as well as reflect on what surprised us and what we hope to see in 2026. If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast If you prefer to make a one-time donation, you can find us on Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/cameragearpodcast  Also, some of the product links in the notes below are affiliate links to websites such as Amazon.com, B&H Photo, and Adorama, which earn us a commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at [email protected]. Notes: Releases in 2025 Sony Cameras Sony A7 V Sony RX1R III Sony FX2 Sony FX3a Sony PXW-Z300 Lenses Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II Sony FE 16mm F1.8 G Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM Nikon / RED Cameras Nikon Z5 II Nikon ZR Nikon Coolpix P1100 RED V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount RED KOMODO-X Z Mount RED V-RAPTOR XE (Z-Mount) Lenses Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR Fujifilm Cameras Fuji X-Half Fuji X-E5 Fuji X-T30 III Fuji GFX100RF Fuji GFX Eterna 55 Lenses Fuji XC 13-33 f/3.5-6.3 OIS Fuji 23mm f/2.8 WR Canon Cameras Canon R6 III Canon C50 Canon R50 V Canon PowerShot V1 Lenses Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM Canon RF 85mm f/1.4 L VCM Canon RF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 Canon RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ Canon RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM Panasonic Cameras Panasonic Lumix S1R II Panasonic Lumix S1 II Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE Lenses Panasonic Lumix S 24-60mm f/2.8 Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 O.I.S. Pentax / Ricoh Cameras Ricoh GR IV Leica Cameras Leica Q3 Monochrom Leica M EV1 Leica SL3-S Lenses Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH OM System Cameras OM System OM-5 MK II OM System OM-3 Lenses OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 II OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital 25mm f/1.8 II OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS II Sigma Cameras Sigma BF Lenses Sigma 135mm f/1.4 DG Art Sigma 20-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Contemporary Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG II Art Sigma 200mm f/2 DG OS Sports Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art Sigma 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Contemporary Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports Hasselblad Cameras Hasselblad X2D II 100C Lenses Hasselblad XCD 35-100mm f/2.8-4 E Blackmagic Cameras Blackmagic Pyxis 12K Blackmagic Ursa Cine 12K ARRI Cameras ARRI Alexa 36 Xtreme

Hot on the heels of the Canon R6 Mark III, Sony announced the long-awaited A7 V. With the previous A7 IV having come out all the way back in 2021, does the new A7 V catch Sony up to the competition or leapfrog them ahead? If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast If you prefer to make a one-time donation, you can find us on Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/cameragearpodcast  Also, some of the product links in the notes below are affiliate links to websites such as Amazon.com, B&H Photo, and Adorama, which earn us a commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at [email protected]. Notes: Canon lenses of interest Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Lens Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM Lens Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Lens Canon RF 85mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM Lens Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM Lens Canon RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM Lens Sony A7 V Sony A7 V Review [Petapixel]

We dig deep into the new Canon R6 Mark III. Has Canon managed to come out on top in the crowded midrange full-frame mirrorless camera segment? If you enjoy the show, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. It’s only $3 per month and helps us keep the show running. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast If you prefer to make a one-time donation, you can find us on Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/cameragearpodcast  Also, some of the product links in the notes below are affiliate links to websites such as Amazon.com, B&H Photo, and Adorama, which earn us a commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at [email protected]. Notes: Canon EOS R6 Mark III Canon EOS R6 III Review: Predictably Excellent [PetaPixel]