Our Dream Fixed-Lens Cameras

Oct 9, 2024

Tom Calton, a YouTube enthusiast known for his passion for compact and classic cameras, joins the conversation on the resurgence of fixed-lens cameras. They delve into nostalgic tales of vintage models and share insights on what manufacturers could do to innovate for modern photographers. The podcast highlights cutting-edge advancements, like a new Nikon hybrid sensor, and discusses classic camera revival potentials from brands like Fujifilm. With anecdotes and technical insights, the charm of fixed-lens photography shines through, celebrating both the past and the future.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Nostalgia and Experience with Fixed-Lens Cameras

02:01 • 2min

Lens Legends and Camera Chronicles

03:32 • 6min

Revolutionizing Camera Technology

09:52 • 18min

Birthday Banter

27:30 • 3min

Reviving Classic Cameras

30:43 • 9min

Nostalgia in Camera Innovations

39:45 • 17min

Adventures in Canada and Beyond

56:46 • 4min

Capturing Colors and Camera Techniques

01:00:48 • 13min

Finding Satisfaction in Your Camera and Photo Editing Tips

01:13:43 • 2min

Navigating HDR and Editing Performance

01:15:47 • 9min

Exploring Lens Options for Fuji XT5

01:24:41 • 6min

Exploring the Mysteries of Film Scanning and Costs

01:30:27 • 3min

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This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider are joined by Tom Calton to talk about compact, fixed lens cameras and what 12 different manufacturers could do to appeal to the sudden surge in demand for high-quality options. Most, if not all, have some history in the space that could be leveraged to create some truly exceptional offerings in 2024 and 2025.

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In This Episode

00:00 - Intro (what was your first fixed-lens camera)
08:24 - Panasonic's new lens and Lumix S9 firmware
15:13 - Nikon's new patent describes a "selective" global shutter
19:42 - Fujifilm is updating autofocus performance on multiple cameras
23:44 - The Paper Shoot and Cappy Camera situation is quite a mess
27:19 - Happy Birthday Chris Niccolls!
30:30 - Our dream fixed-lens cameras from every manufacturer
31:10 - Fujifilm
21:13 - OM System
33:44 - Hasselblad
36:17 - Leica
38:19 - Pentax
40:17 - Canon
42:50 - Sony
45:16 - Nikon
47:10 - Kodak
48:36 - Voigtlander
50:24 - Panasonic
52:39 - Sigma
56:21 - What have you been up to? (make sure to check out Tom's YouTube)
1:02:36 - Tech Support
1:20:00 - Optimization settings for Lightroom: https://petapixel.com/optimize-lightroom-classic/
1:29:46 - Feel good story of the week