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Nighttime Is the Right Time for Smartphone Photography - TDS Photo Podcast
Smartphones are good at a lots of things. And they are really good at night photography. And when you want to escape the hot, contrasty glare of summer days, let the evening roll in, grab your phone, and go make some stunning pictures. I'll share my favorite tips for just that on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/06/nighttime-is-the-right-time-for-smartphone-photography-photo-podcast.html
Cameras today include a variety of tools, such as built-in film simulations and LUTs, to help us put our creative stamp on every picture we capture. At the same time, post production apps are more powerful than ever, and easier to use. So, what's the perfect mix of creative capture and image editing? I explore this question on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/06/capture-vs-post-production-whats-most-important-photo-podcast.html
A Brilliant Compact Flash - Godox iT30 - TDS Photo Podcast
A flash as compact as your camera. Weighing in at 4.2 ounces and a mere 2" high, the Godox iT30 Pro is available for OM System, Panasonic, Fujifilm, Leica, Sony, Nikon, and Canon. Yet it includes pro features, a gorgeous LCD screen and a $75 price tag. If you're looking to brighten up your photography, this review is for you - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/06/a-brilliant-compact-flash-Godox-iT30-photo-podcast.html
How Photography Can Help Us Appreciate the Good Things in Life - TDS Photo Podcast
We've talked a lot about the value of taking pictures of those who are important to us. But what about everything else? If you browsed my photo catalog, you'd see a lot of simple things that might cause you to ask, "Why did he take a picture of that?" I will answer that question, and more, on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/05/how-photography-can-help-us-appreciate-the-good-things-in-life-podcast.html
The Most Exciting Compact of the Year - TDS Photography Podcast
Some cameras I just know right away that they are a winner. And the minute I laid my eyes on the Panasonic LUMIX L10, I knew it was for me, and most likely many of you as well. This week, we'll take a closer look at the most exciting compact camera announcement of the year. I hope you enjoy the show - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/05/the-most-exciting-compact-camera-of-the-year-photo-podcast.html
Why Bridge Cameras Were Lost, and Why We Should Find Them
Powerful AI software enables us to take advantage of small sensor cameras. Here's a case in point - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/05/why-we-should-revisit-bridge-cameras.html
Traversing the Canadian Rockies - TDS Photography Podcast
There was one moment, while immersed in the magnificence of the Icefields Parkway, I realized I had never seen anything like this before, not even in Alaska. We were 5 days into our trip with more to come, but at that moment, I just wanted to stop time. I'll cover it all, from Vancouver to Calgary, in today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/05/traversing-the-canadian-rockies-photo-podcast.html
Best of TDS - An Interview with Mom - TDS Photography Podcast
With Mother's Day this coming Sunday, and with me still exploring the Canadian Rockies, I thought this would be a great time to rebroadcast one of our all-time most popular shows recorded in December 2018, an interview with my mother, who has since passed on, but whose legacy continues to practice the lessons she taught me - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/05/Best-of-TDS-Interview-with-Mom-Photo-Podcast.html
Announcements at NAB, for Photographers - TDS Photography Podcast
Of course Broadcasting was the focus of the recent NAB show in Las Vegas, that's what the "B" stands for. But among the video rigs, microphones, and soundboards were some gems for photographers. And this week, I'm going to share my 5 favorite announcements from last week - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/04/photo-announcements-at-NAB-2026-photography-podcast.html
Packing for the Canadian Rockies - TDS Photography Podcast
Kamloops, Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff, and Calgary - The Canadian Rockies by train, van, and even motorcycle sidecar. I've been getting ready for this adventure and this week I'm going to share how I prepare to explore some of the most beautiful scenery in North America. All of that, plus industry news, on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/04/packing-for-the-Canadian-Rockies-photo-podcast.html
5 Whacky, Fun Things to Do With Your Camera - TDS Photography Podcast
It's easy to get a bit too serious about photography. But the truth is, some of our best shots happen when just playing around. And to help stir that pot a bit, here are 5 whacky techniques that you can do with your camera to get your fun on. Plus industry news and more - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/04/5-whacky-fun-things-to-do-with-your-camera-photo-podcast.html
Journey to the Dark Side of the Moon - TDS Photography Podcast
On April 1, 2026, Artemis II launched for a historic 10-day crewed mission orbiting the Moon, marking it the first human return to deep space since 1972. The pictures from the mission have been stunning. Today we will learn about the gear they are using and hear from the astronauts themselves - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/04/journey-to-the-dark-side-of-the-moon-photo-podcast.html
Why I Revisited Crop Sensor Mode on a Full Frame Camera - TDS Photography Podcast
An APS-C sensor isn't exactly chopped liver, right? And it becomes even more alluring when it's extending the reach of your telephoto by 1.5X, and with no light loss! But you do lose a bit of resolution, and that was a speed bump for me. But I'm over it! And I'll explain why, plus industry news, in today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/03/why-I-revisited-crop-sensor-mode-photo-podcast.html
Just When You Think You Have It Dialed In - TDS Photography Podcast
There I stood on a mountain ridge that I had climbed. I had the Lumix around my neck and the OM System in my hand with a beautiful, detailed scene before me. This was the perfect setting to determine, once and for all, which camera rendered the best wide angle detail. And then, disappointment. Find out what happened on this week's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/03/just-when-you-think-you-have-it-dialed-in-photo-podcast.html
No Matter Where Your Photos Are, This App Can Display Them - TDS Photography Podcast
On my MacBook, I have Aperture libraries, Capture One catalogs, Lightroom collections, thousands of images in Photos for macOS, and a bunch of file folders. I can search across all of those proprietary catalogs, find what I want, and export to my desktop. How? Using a magical application called Peakto. I'll explain how, and its latest updates, on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/03/this-app-can-display-all-your-photos-podcast.html