In this episode, we cover some of the strangest camera rig parts we’ve ever seen. Then, we look at a few updates in the world of tripods, including new contenders from Peak Design, Smallrig, and Manfrotto, and reflect on some recent shoots where we used the Sachtler Flowtech 75 and Smallrig FreeBlazer. In other news, Fuji trickled out more information on the GFX Eterna, and the Nexus G1 is apparently still on the way.

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Notes:

• Smallrig Eagle Handle
• Pickle Trigger [MID49]
• FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA – 2025 Release Confirmed, New Technical Details Explained [CineD]
• Nexus G1 Cinema Camera – Update and Now Available for Preorder [CineD]
• Nexus G1 Preorder
• Sachtler Flowtech 75 with Ace XL II Fluid Head [B&H]
• Smallrig Tribex SE
• Manfrotto ONE Hybrid Tripod
• Smallrig FreeBlazer Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit
• Pro Tripod by Peak Design [Kickstarter]

Lucas needs to organize his video library, so we talk through some options for how he could approach it. Also, a flurry of new firmware releases is bringing some exciting new features to various cameras, and Leica is releasing a monochrome film stock.

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Notes:

• Panasonic Firmware updates for Lumix S1RII, S1II, and S1IIE Cameras Announced [CineD]
• Sony BURANO Firmware Update V2.01 Released [CineD]
• Leica SL3 and SL3-S Firmware Update v3.1.1 Released [CineD]
• Sony a6700 adds smarter file transfers and improved LUT support [DPReview]
• New firmware lets Nikon Z8 users create 180MP images and improves autofocus precision [DPReview]
• Leica MONOPAN 50
• Harman Launches Its Red 125 Redscale Pro-Finished Film in 120 Format [PetaPixel]

We dig into some of the details of white balance for photo and video, and consider whether our existing approach is correct or not. Also, is it ever worth it to buy camera and lens warranties?

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Notes:

• Fuji X Recipe Generator
• Fuji Style App