Alex Lindsay, Frederick Van Johnson
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Join Alex Lindsay, Frederick Van Johnson, and friends each week as they discuss camera technique, technology, and news. With in-depth guest interviews, and discussion around everything from taking family photos, to understanding how state-of-the-art cameras work — you'll hear it all on This Week in Photography.
Based on 4 episodes we listened to · September 2026
It makes photography's tools, business pressures, platform changes, and ethical choices legible through candid discussion grounded in working practice.
This Week in Photo turns photography's practical decisions into roundtable arguments, with Alex Lindsay, Frederick Van Johnson, and their guests examining what technical, commercial, and editorial choices mean for photographers.
A color-shifting screen starts an argument about what your eyes can trust.
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A sharp photojournalism debate about dignity, editorial judgment, and how much reality an image should carry.
The episode treats photography as a matter of editorial judgment. It starts with the recent attacks in Brussels and the Guardian's question of how much reality a news image should carry before dignity matters more, then moves into the older argument around the napalm photo and…
A practical conversation about adaptive displays, color accuracy, and why monitor comfort can complicate editing.
Chasing Color centers on the unease of accurate color: what happens when a display shifts with the room, and when the eye and the device stop agreeing.
A practical look at photographer responsibility, Flickr's pro-only auto-uploader, and the choices that shape the field.
The episode treats photography as a question of responsibility as much as craft, moving from careless shooters to the way those choices land in the wider community.
A grounded WPPI roundup about pricing, value, and the business realities of wedding photography.
TWIP’s WPPI roundup settles into a useful talk about what photographers are actually selling, how clients choose between digital files and albums, and how pricing shifts change who can compete at different levels.
A Nikon contest scandal and an iPhone camera debate make credibility feel as unsettled as the gear around it.
A Nikon contest win becomes a tight study of how fast photographic credibility can fall apart once a photoshopped image travels through a connected camera world.
A practical discussion of presets, software shortcuts, and the craft photographers still need to understand.
This Week in Photo's 449th episode treats presets as a craft question: when VSCO, Instagram, and Google Photos can supply a ready-made look, how much should photographers still know about making one themselves?
A practical gear discussion linking Fujifilm's X-Pro2 to brand loyalty and the challenge of entering drones.
This Week in Photo's "Fujifilm's X-Factor" treats the X-Pro2 as a confident mirrorless step for Fujifilm and a nod back to the company's rangefinder-influenced identity.
A grounded CES gear roundup where drones, camera specs, and Kodak's Super 8 revival meet practical photographer skepticism.
CES 2016 becomes a photography-gear survey, with This Week in Photo moving across drones, cameras, action imaging, iPhone lens add-ons, and Kodak's return to film and Super 8. The episode works because the panel keeps pulling the conversation back from showroom gloss.
Real photography work, coffee-chat pace.
Camera talk with creator-side chaos.
Photography advice for seeing again.
Practical photography advice with story in mind.
Warm shop talk for documentary photographers.
This episode features a discussion with DIY photography expert Tim Engel about new camera gear announcements from CES 2017 and creative photography techniques using everyday materials.
This episode previews the upcoming Photokina trade show, highlighting new drone and action camera announcements from companies like DJI, GoPro, and Garmin.
This episode features an interview with former board chairman Jeffrey Burke discussing the closure of Brooks Institute, a 70-year-old visual arts school, and its implications for students, faculty, and the for-profit education industry.
This episode discusses DJI's response to GoPro's new drone with the Mavic, Panasonic's GH5 camera announcement, and other photography news from Photokina.
This photography podcast episode discusses topics like beautifully aging beauty, photographers flocking to Microsoft, and the release of Capture One 10, while also promoting a photo adventure in Mexico.
This photography podcast episode discusses topics like starting with a new camera, becoming a full-time Instagram photographer, and setting photographic goals for 2017, featuring guests Tim Engel and Joe Giordano.
This episode features a live recording of This Week in Photo with a panel of photographers discussing photography topics and taking audience questions at the Out of Chicago conference.
This episode discusses photography industry news including rumors about the Canon 5D Mark IV camera, GoPro's new 360-degree video rig, and VSCO's free studio space in New York.
This episode discusses the iPhone 7's camera advancements, Google Photos updates for iOS, and a debate on sensors and Facebook's social responsibility.
This episode reviews the Fujifilm X-T2 mirrorless camera, highlighting its 4K video capability and other refinements that make it an appealing upgrade from the X-T1.
This episode introduces the new Alpha Mirrorless Podcast on the TWIP Network, focusing on Sony Alpha cameras and featuring discussions about the show's inception, A7 model differences, and lens options.
This episode features a panel discussion on the top picks and underperformers from Photokina, photography's largest trade show, including new cameras, lenses, and drones.
This episode explores the benefits and ethical concerns of machine learning and facial recognition technologies in photography software like Apple Photos and Google Photos.
This episode discusses Lytro's new multidimensional 40K cinema camera using light field technology for 3D and VR applications, along with Facebook opening its Live API for drone streaming integration.
This episode explores the latest developments in 360-degree video technology, including GoPro's shift to a web-based platform, Nikon's new action camera, and a scientific storage breakthrough.
This episode discusses Adobe's new Photoshop features for Creative Cloud subscribers, Hasselblad's entry into the mirrorless camera market, and the FAA's drone flight regulations in the US.
This episode discusses a Melbourne photographer's social media complaint about similarities between his image and a Calvin Klein ad campaign, exploring copyright issues in photography.
This photography podcast episode discusses Adobe Lightroom updates, Instagram's live video rollout, Time Magazine's Person of the Year cover, holiday gift ideas for photographers, and upcoming photography projects.
This episode discusses Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference announcements, focusing on software updates like macOS, iOS, watchOS, and HomeKit, and their potential impact on photographers.
This episode discusses how companies like Apple and DJI are implementing technology to restrict photography and drone usage, raising questions about responsibility and common sense in modern craft.
This episode discusses new camera gear announcements from Canon and Sony, including the 1DX Mark II and A6300, along with online backup solutions like Backblaze.
This episode discusses Steve Jobs' posthumous induction into the International Photography Hall of Fame, SmugMug's rescue of PictureLife customers, and the FAA's ruling on commercial drone use for photography.
This episode discusses the ethical and legal dilemmas of photographing at public events like a BDSM fair, along with news about Sony's A99-2 and Fujifilm's GFX medium-format camera announcements.
This episode discusses recent advancements in VR, 360-degree video, and augmented reality, including Google's Tilt Brush and investments from major tech companies.
This episode discusses Facebook's new support for 360-degree panoramic photos and Apple's introduction of RAW DNG support in iOS 10, exploring their implications for photography.
This episode announces that the TWIP photography podcast is temporarily going on hiatus for about a month to undergo refurbishment and evolution, with a new version launching in February 2017.
This episode explores how constant change in the photography industry, including hardware/software announcements and the consolidation/shutdown of education companies like Kelby One and Peach Pit Press, impacts photographers and online education.
This episode explores modularity in industrial design, focusing on Google's Project Aira and Craft Camera as early adopters of customizable camera technology.
This episode features photographers Matt Granger and Andy Biggs discussing photography topics including marketing campaigns, equipment needs, and the future of the industry.
This episode discusses recent tech and photography news including GoPro's layoffs, Instagram's new features, and 500px's business model, featuring interviews with industry guests.
This episode discusses copyright issues in photography, including the Trump campaign using Flickr photos without permission, and covers tech news like Kodak entering smartphones and Nikon's multi-lens camera.
This photography podcast episode discusses a photographer's ethical dilemma with uncontacted tribes, technical tools like Magic Lantern, and practical tips for projects like 365-day challenges.
This episode introduces a new co-host, Federico Chieli, and discusses recent tech news affecting photographers, including Microsoft's Surface Studio, Apple's MacBook Pro update, and Sweden's drone ban.
This episode discusses Google's new Pixel smartphone with its advanced camera features targeting the iPhone 7, and Sony's A6500 mirrorless camera with touchscreen and image stabilization improvements.
This episode of This Week in Photo discusses photography news including a photographer's Pokemon Hunt passion, Nikon's new lens, Fujifilm's Instax Share update, and Microsoft's AI photo app, featuring hosts and guests Tim Ingle and Craig Colvin.
This episode discusses the release of OnOne Software's new camera RAW processor and the debate over whether photographers should deliver RAW files to clients.
This episode discusses Verizon's $4.83 billion acquisition of Yahoo's core businesses, analyzing its decline from a $100+ billion dot-com giant and the implications for Flickr.
This episode discusses Instagram copying Snapchat's Stories feature and a photographer suing Getty Images for $1 billion over copyright issues.
This photography podcast episode discusses industry news including Casey Neistat's departure, new drone releases, and tech innovations, while introducing guest landscape photographer Greg Binns.
This photography podcast episode discusses Sony's new 4K action cam with optical image stabilization, a controversial ad campaign replacing Paralympic athletes with able-bodied models, and a tourist imprisoned in Cuba for flying a drone, while also announcing plans to start live streaming the show.
This episode explores how embracing failure leads to success, featuring discussions with photography experts on practical tips for photographers and personal growth.
This episode discusses Leica's new MD camera and the trend among some camera manufacturers to remove features, contrasting with competitors like Sony and Panasonic who are adding capabilities.
This episode discusses recent DSLR innovations from Pentax and Canon, featuring contrasting opinions from photographers who use mirrorless and DSLR systems.
This episode discusses recent photography industry developments including DxO's software updates and DJI's new Phantom 4 drone with expert guests Julio Shorio and Joseph Linashki.
This episode discusses recent tech news including GoPro's Karma drone recall, Snapchat's Spectacle Shades, and Microsoft's Twitter 3D plans, with a photography-focused perspective.
This episode of This Week in Photo discusses Google's decision to make the Nik Collection free, raising concerns about software longevity.
This episode of This Week in Photo discusses Instagram's algorithm change to a non-chronological feed, Apple's new True Tone display and its implications for color accuracy, and a controversy around MagMod's Kickstarter claims criticized by David Hobby.
The hosts discuss irresponsible photography acts like setting a shipwreck on fire for Instagram, Flickr's changes to auto-uploader features, and the Apple vs FBI privacy debate.
This episode features a live panel discussion from WPPI 2016 with wedding photography experts, covering industry trends like the resurgence of printing, the impact of digital delivery, and practical advice on education, pricing, and business strategies.
["This Week in Photo episode 450, \u201cHow to Damage Your Credibility,\u201d centers on a Nikon contest winner whose ladder-and-airplane image was composited in Photoshop and then applauded as if it were a straight capture.", "Frederick Van Johnson brings on Valerie Jardin of Street Focus and Doug Kay of All About the Gear on Monday, February 1st, 2016, and they compare street-photography ethics with the freedom of composite work.", "The conversation then moves to MacRumors' iPhone 7 Plus rumor with 3D depth mapping, and the hosts test whether a phone can replace a DSLR or a Fujifilm-style pocket camera.", "Later, the panel critiques Olympus's $1,200 Pen-F, discusses Doug's 1966 Roloflex 80 millimeter 2.8 F film camera, and answers a listener's backup-drive question with off-site copy advice."]
["This Week in Photo 449 asks whether presets simplify photography or flatten it, while also covering Corbis's sale to Visual China Group and a White House 4K shoot.", "Frederick Van Johnson hosts Martin Bailey from Tokyo and Alex Lindsey, with Rob Knight named in the opening ad read for Your Itinerary for Travel and Photography.", "Alex Lindsey says stock photography now fills brochures, web articles, and presentations, while Martin Bailey says Offset sales can cover rent and contributors still worry about control and pricing.", "The second half turns to Canon Australia's 'The Lab' and the VSCO preset debate, with the guests arguing that presets can teach editing but can also create cookie-cutter photographers."]
This Week in Photo 448, Fujifilm's X-Factor, centers on the X-Pro2's hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder, 24-megapixel X-Trans CMOS III sensor, 273 autofocus points, and $1,699 U.S.
This Week in Photo 447, “CES 2016 Round Up,” focuses on photography gear announced at CES in Las Vegas, Nevada, from Nikon's KeyMission 360 to Parrot's Disco drone.
France's new model rule says 'skinny' means BMI 18 or lower, and agencies or photographers can face up to $82,000 in fines plus six months in prison.