Show overview
Lens Shark Photography Podcast has been publishing since 2015, and across the 11 years since has built a catalogue of 487 episodes. That works out to roughly 290 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 27 min and 44 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Arts show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 weeks ago, with 4 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2017, with 105 episodes published. Published by Sharky James.
From the publisher
The PetaPixel Podcast is a twice-weekly podcast about the wonderful world of photography. It's a fusion of news, opinions, humor, and real-world experience, bundled into a show that you can listen to on your way to work. Subscribe today to stay up to date with what's going on in the photo industry from one of the-most-listened-to photography podcasts. Join thousands of photographers from around the world who enjoy host Sharky James' twice-weekly photo podcast where you'll have fun, improve your photography and solve those pesky problems you've been having. Leave voicemails, send in your questions and get answers!
Latest Episodes
View all 487 episodesEp. 486: Godox Adds Some Daylight – and more
Ep. 485: They Put Their Foot Down It Seems – and more
Episode 485 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF with code SHARKY2026 at JupioUS.com - Elinchrom's new Transmitter Pro X - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Nikon lays down the law on Z-Mount. (#) Flickr introduces MODE. (#) Two new, affordable strobes from Godox. (#) These two lenses in Leica M-Mount are interesting. (#) (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 484: Can You Stand It? They Can! – and more
Episode 484 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Godox LEDs and more at GodoxLEDusa.com - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: This company thinks they've reimagined this. (#) Cosina's new Voightlander 40mm f/2. (#) Ricoh adds a useful feature to this popular camera. (#) Breaking down the Evoto controversy. (#) This body continues to dominate and for good reason. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 483: This Is Dedicated to Peter Read Miller – and more
Episode 483 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: A sports photography legend has passed. (#) Evoto controversy erupts. (#) Sony's a7 V cranks it up a notch. (#) This new 50mm f/1.2 is affordable. (#) No, this body hasn't been discontinued. (#) This contest is so super specific. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 482: 11 Years...all Thanks to You! – and more
Episode 482 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Lensrentals annual list is pretty telling. (#) Leica drops some significant updates. (#) This new fisheye busts the funk in a new way. (#) The Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB should be great as well. (#) This show turns 11! Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 481: Guinea Pigs Are Useful and This Proves It – and more
Episode 481 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Big savings at participating retailers and at Calibrite.com. - Save 20% at BenroUSA.com with code SHARKY2025. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Sony releases firmware updates…then pulls one. (#) This super fast 50 is fairly affordable. (#) This new tool is useful, but so are these. (#) (#) (#) The Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift .5x Macro. (#) Dynamic range in this body is excellent. (#) A retro lens clearly inspired by a classic from the past. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 480: These Somehow Do Both – and more
Episode 480 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Save 20% at Tenba.com with code SHARKY2025. - Save 20% at BenroUSA.com with code SHARKY2025. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Nextorage cards do double duty for the first time. (#) Canon is having trouble keep up with demand. (#) Meike's new 85mm is affordable. (#) Lexar goes even bigger, but better? (#) This new 28 is fast! (#) Leica found a way to make them even more expensive. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 479: Two Mark IIIs, and They're Both Awesome – and more
Episode 479 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Big savings on Accsoon gear at AccsoonUSA.com and participating retailers. - Benro's Fall Sale at BenroUSA.com and participating retailers. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Canon's R6 Mark III could be Camera of the Year. (#) This fast 45 is more affordable. (#) Fujifilm's X-T30 III ups the game. (#) The XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 is the smallest. (#) Capture One adds these, but is it enough? (#) It's kinda a rangefinder, but kinda not at the same time. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 478: This, That, and the Other Thing – and more
Episode 478 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Big savings on Accsoon gear at AccsoonUSA.com and participating retailers. - Benro's Fall Sale at BenroUSA.com and participating retailers. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Nikon fleshes out the lineup with two new lenses. (#) CRDBAG makes more space in your bag with these. (#) Viltrox's new 50mm f/1.4 PRO is affordable. (#) Venus Optics can't possibly be making much with this 200. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 477: Karens Gonna Karen – and more
Episode 477 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Calibrate Photo Kit. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Karens are gonna Karen. (#) CPIA's numbers and the summer slump. (#) Nikon says this isn't true. (#) This Tamron lens rounds out the G2 Trinity. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 476: This Great Tool Just Got Some New Friends – and more
Episode 476 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - $120 instant rebate on Calibrate ColorChecker Studio. - 20% OFF at BenroUSA.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Evoto updates and new releases. (#) The Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro. (#) Sony's newest CFexpress 4.0 Type A cards. (#) OM System's 50-200mm f/2.8 IS Pro. (#) ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2026. (#) Fujifilm's GFX Eterna 55. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 475: Insights From the Photo Industry – and more
Episode 475 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF at KupoGrip.com. - 20% OFF at Tenba.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: The state of the photo industry report. (#) 7Artisans' new 35mm f/1.8. (#) AstrHori's 6mm circular fisheye can bust the funk. (#) The Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro. (#) This company takes the top spot again. (#) Sigma changes up this lens and how to get one. (#) Nikon's pulls this for the time being. (#) This company joins the L-Mount Alliance. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 474: Yeah. No One Is Surprised – and more
Episode 474 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF at KupoGrip.com. - 20% OFF at Tenba.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: This software seemed doomed from the start. (#) TTArtisan's fast new 40. (#) This camera company says it has the best AF. (#) Mitakon's new 55 macro. (#) CIPA's data tells an interesting tale. (#) This fast new portrait prime might be for you. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 473: Necessity Is a Mother... – and more
Episode 473 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 25% OFF during the Calibrite End of Summer promo at Calibrite.com and participating retailers. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: This photographer solved some problems. (#) 7Artisans has an affordable 75mm f/1.4. (#) The Viltrox Air 15mm f/1.7. (#) Tamron gives back with deep knowledge. (#) This lens could bust that funk for you. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 472: This Is Back, This Is Gone, and This Is OK Now – and more
Episode 472 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF at BenroUSA.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Outdoor Photographer returns under new leadership. (#) Nikon fixes its firmware. (#) This new display seeks to unseat Apple's. (#) Canon decides to pull this. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 471: And This Is Why You Don't Update Your Firmware First – and more
Episode 471 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF at ShimodaDesigns.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Don't do this…especially if you have this body. (#) 7Artisans' new 10mm f/3.5. (#) This new lens rounds out the G2 trinity. (#) Apple updates this affordable acquisition. (#) Tamron says it's #1. (#) Want $30,000? Who doesn't. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 470: Maybe Adobe Will Get This Right – and more
Episode 470 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF Nanlite PavoTube II XR and kits at NanliteUS.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Adobe announces some potentially useful new features. (#) Sigma's new 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art. (#) Profoto's new B20 and B30 monolights. (#) Peak Design's latest tripod Kickstarter. (#) Godox's V480C TTL flash. (#) Leica's first filmstock to celebrate 100 years of this. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 469: Shanghai Surprises – and more
Episode 469 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - 20% OFF Nanlite PavoTube II XR and kits at NanliteUS.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: The X-E5 and XF23mm f/2.8 R WR. (#) Laowa's 8-15mm fisheye wide-zoom. (#) Nikon's latest Z8 firmware adds useful features. (#) ON1 turns 20. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 468: Fujifilm's X half in Whole– and more
Episode 468 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Calibrite's Spring savings at Calibrite.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Fujifilm's new X half. (#) Nikon takes the top spot for the first time. (#) Sebastião Salgado passes away. (#) X Summit in Shanghai. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).
Ep. 467: Zenfolio Apologizes and Promises Changes – and more
Episode 467 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm. Latest savings at FujfilmCameraSavings.com - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.com - Calibrite's Spring savings at Calibrite.com. - More mostly 20% OFF codes at LensShark.com/deals. Stories: Zenfolio promises to do better. (#) (#) Tamron's plan through 2026. (#) CaptureOne rebrands and adds some features. (#) TTArtisan's 35mm f/1.4. (#) Nikon discontinues the D6. (#) Nik Collection 8 is out. (#) ACDSee's Photoshop alternative. (#) Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram Vero, and Facebook (all @LensShark).