Episodes
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Is AI Replacing Models? Photographers Beware...
Tony & Chelsea talk about AI generated fashion models, the brands using them, and how the replacment of models will impact the photography industry. Can photographers adapt?
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Chinese Camera Tech is TAKING OVER the Market and Here's Why
Want your own website? Then Japan took over and led the world's development of cameras. Now, China is releasing great lighting, drones, mics, and cameras. Is a Chinese company bound to develop the world's best camera? Tony and Chelsea dive into the secret behind the rise of great tech coming from...
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$40 versus $13,000 Camera! Can YOU tell the difference?
Can you tell the difference between a $40 and $13,000 camera? What about a $600 canon camera vs a $5,500 camera? The results might surprise you! Tony and Chelsea take photos, share the results, and test your ability to tell the difference.
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CANON vs SONY vs NIKON: Camera Wars 2025
Chelsea & Tony dig into the details on the big three camera brands to find out which one is #1, what gives them their camera advantage, and how they're going to perform in the future. Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fuji, DJI/Hasselblad: Which is your favorite?
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CANON vs SONY vs NIKON: Camera Wars 2025
Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fuji, DJI/Hasselblad: Which is your favorite? Chelsea & Tony dig into the details on the big three camera brands to find out which one is #1, what gives them their camera advantage, and how they're going to perform in the future.
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2025 Camera Predictions! The best is yet to come...
Tony & Chelsea discuss the future of cameras in the year 2025, which cameras and lenses will come out, and what new technology might surprise us. Want your own website?
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2024 CAMERA OF THE YEAR: Pixel Awards
Tony & Chelsea Northrup choose recap 2024 in the camera and photo industry by reviewing the best and worst cameras and photo gear of 2024. They choose the smartphone of the year, the WTF of the year, and the best camera of the year.
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When is Editing CHEATING?
When is photo editing cheating? People have been editing photos for as long as they have been taking them. At what poinnt is photo wditing crossing the line and is no longer considered photogrpahy or fair? Should you disclose what's edited in your photo? Tony & Chelsea duscuss the nuances of...
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The WORST FANBOYS?
Every camera brand has fanboys but some are more energized than others! Tony and Chelsea review angry comments and talk about fanboys and what makes them so angry!
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Every YouTuber Should Know...
Tony and Chelsea discuss their time as YouTubers, what they learned, and what they wish they knew earlier; sponsorships, dealing with trolls, and making meaningful content.
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5 Photo Myths BUSTED
Are bigger sensors better? Do you need a new camera? On this episode of the Picture This! Photography podcast, Tony and Chelsea debunk the confusing photo myths that frutrate photographers!
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Photography ISN'T Dead!
With threats like AI and phone cameras, Tony worries that photography is going away but Chelsea thinks it's here to stay. Which one is it?
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Canon #1 Spot Slipping!
Canon launched the long-awaited R1 camera and disappointed some fans that had big dreams for their flagship camera. Tony and Chelsea talk about why the R1 disappointed some and what the future holds for Canon. Also, Canon loses market share to Sony and has a few rounds of layoffs. What does this...
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Should Apple make a camera?
Is Apple ever going to make a designated camera? If so, what would it look like, which features would is have, and how much woud it cost? Tony & Chelsea Northrup discuss the possibiity of the camera and specualte what it would be and how it could impact photography and the camera industry
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10 Cameras that Changed Photography FOREVER
Tony and Chelsea Northrup talk about the 10 cameras that changed the trajectory of photography forever; from the first ever digital camera to the newest smartphones that have innovated features that will change how we take pictures.
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Camera Reviews Need to Change
Gerald Undone sparked a great discussion about camera press events and reviews. Tony and Chelsea Northrup talk about theirs experiences as reviewers and add to a discussion that's long overdue.
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TRICKED into Training A.I.
Tony and Chelsea Northrup talk about how A.I. is being trained using the photos of photographers, the enthics of not giving artists credit, and what we can and should do about it!
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It's not you, YOUTUBE is harder!
Tony and Chelsea talk about how content creation is harder than ever.
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Are BAD REVIEWS unethical?
Tony and Chelsea discuss Marques Brownlees review of "the worst product" and address the backlash he faced. Are reviewers responsible for only providing good feedback? How much should a reviewer consider the longevity of a company when providing a review? Tony and Chelsea discuss their…
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Our Fight: VIDEO vs PHOTOGRAPHY
OUR STORE: http://northrup.photo Use our 10% off coupon 'YouTube' Video is more and more popular, but will it ever fully replace photos? Tony and Chelsea take sides and pick their favortie medium, Photos v Video, while debating the pros and cons of each and providing somewhat questionable research.
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"Photos should be FREE!"
How much should photographers charge? One wedding photographer charges $8,000 and sparked outrage online. Some even thought photo should be free. Tony & Chelsea talk about how much most photographers charge, break down the costs of running a photo business, and give tips on making your photo...
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My Camera NEEDS a LOCK!
Manny Ortiz was robbed of $16,000 in camera gear. Our friend Luis was FOLLOWED HOME an hour to be robbed of his medium format camera gear. It's NOT the photographers fault - cameras make us targets. They're easy to steal and extremely easy to sell because they're basically the last remaining…
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ALL photos are fake, says Samsung
After Samsung's Fake Moon debacle, Samsung's head of consumer experience says, "There is no real picture, full stop". Tony and CHelsea dig into the fake moon controversy, the ways photos have been faked and edited over time, and if there's any truth to all photos being faked.
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on "Quitting YouTube"
Tony and Chelsea give their thoughts on why YouTubers are stepping back, buring out, and Quitting.
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Steal Photos Like a Pro
On this episode of the Picture This! Photography podcast, Tony & Chelsea discuss the right and ethical way to "steal" photos. All of us get inspiration from somewhere but how can you do it respectfully and in a way that makes you a better photographer? T&C go through various ways to find what you...
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2024 Camera Predictions! The Year of NIKON?
Tony & Chelsea Northrup discuss the very near future of cameras and photography by predicting which cameras will be released in 2024. Some predictions are based on reliable rumors and some are based on hopes and dreams! Sony, Canon, Nikon, DJI, Fujifilm, Pentax, Lumix! What will they come out with?
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Camera Of The YEAR! 2023 PIXEL AWARDS
Tony & Chelsea host the 2023 Pixel Awards and choose the very best and worst photo tech of the year including Best Accessory, Best Computer, Best Drone, Biggest Disappointment, and The BEST Camera of the Year!
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Sony Changed the Future of Cameras... Now what?
The Sony A9 III is the first stills camera to have a global shutter! Tony and Chelsea talk about what a global shutter is, how it benefits photographers, and what it means for the future of photography and cameras. Tony also rattles off another wish list of what he would like to see improved on…
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The FIGHT Against A.I.
We talked about the state of AI a few months ago and it's grown even more popular since then. AI is being used to make portraits, steal celebrities' likenesses, attack people, and more. Now, governments and companies, including camera companies, are beginning to put protocols in place to fight…
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DJI’s plan to CRUSH Sony & Canon
The new DJI Pocket 3 launched this month and it made Tony Northrup realize he's been thinking about cameras all wrong. On this epeisode of The Picture This! Photography Podcast, Chelsea nd Tony discuss DJIs new product, their plan for developing cameras, and how they could disrupt the current...
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Is the BEST Camera EVER coming soon?
The OLYMPICS are coming in the summer of 2024 and that means we're going to get new camera gear. The Canon R1 might make an appearance in time to show off on the sidelines. Sony is due to put out two new cameras, which one will they decide to show off at the big event? Can Nikon put out a new...
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My iPhone Camera FAILED me!
Tony and Chelsea talk about their vacation and how they chose the WRONG cameras for travel, including their iPhone cameras. Hear about how and when the iphone fails as a camera and which cameras they would bring on a casual family trip.
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5 PRO Photo Tips: The Secrets behind Amazing Photos
Tony & Chelsea Northrup share the secret behind what make professional photographer's photos GREAT. Find out the tips on how to control lighting, how to choose the right gear, the secrets of camera settings, and more.
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Canon Vs. Sony Vs. Nikon: Battle of the brands!
Tony and Chelsea Northrup discuss which caemra brands are thriving, who is winning the camera race, and what cameras and innovations are putting them on top or the bottom.
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Should you HIDE PHOTOS of your kids online?
Tony and Chelsea Northrup discuss the risks of sharing your kids phtoos online, their own expereinces with their daighter, and some tips on how to mitigate the rirsk. Tony also uses his background in online security to make predictions about how tech might battle the misuse of photos in the future!
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Take GOOD Family Vacation Photos
In this episode of he Picture This! Phtography Podcast, Tony and Chelsea Northrup gie tips for how to get better photos while on a family vacation. We all know the sturggles that come with rallying the family to stand in line and "say cheese". Learn how to prepare your fammily for photos, bring…
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SURVIVING the A.I. Photo Takeover
Chelsea & Tony Northrup discuss the threats A.I. pose to the photography industry today, how A.I. will impact the future of photography, and how working photogrpahers can diversify their skills to stay afloat in uncertain times.
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Sony's TOP SECRET Plan to Destroy Canon
Tony Northrup and Chelsea Northrup have fun contemplating Sony's future cameras and business strategy. Tony builds a case for why Sony's past and present business strategies might be signaling a top secret camera project that's on it's way to the market. Our Photography book...
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How we made $1 Million from YouTube
Tony Northrup & Chelsea Northrup talk about how they made $1 Million on YouTube, the videos that performed the best, how they manage sponsors and contracts, and more. If you're looking to start your own channel or already have your own channel and want to make it a full-time job, check out heir...
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Dear Sony, We NEED this!
Tony and Chelsea discuss the future of entry level cameras and what manufactueres can do, specifically Sony, to get more cameras in the hands of new photographers.
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I was WRONG about A.I.
As an update to our episode in January, Tony and Chelsea talk about the advancements that have been made to A.I. in just 3 months, how it changes the trajectory of A.I., and how photogrpahers can prepare to accept an inevitable change.
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BEWARE: Photography SCAMS
Stolen gear, unpaid gigs, shipping scams, and more. Tony and Chelsea tell their stories of being scammed out of camera gear, common scams used on photographers, and how to protect yourself from losing your gear, money, and time.
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REAL photographers DON'T DO THIS!
We've all heard someone say a photographer isn't a REAL photographer. But what really makes a "real" photographer? Is it the gear, income, experience, or something else? Tony an Chelsea have fun reviewing the insults thrown at "fake photographers" and try to define their own idea of what makes a...
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They won't admit these mistakes...
Tony and Chelsea review the most memorable times camera manufacturers have reversed features, walked back claims, and completely lied. It's funny, it's frustrating, and it's bound to make you rethink how you shop for cameras.
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What's a viral Photo Worth?
Tony & Chelsea interview photographer, Chad Fish, and talk about his viral photo of a jet shooting down a suspected spy balloon. Chad tells us how he got the shot, how the photo went viral, and how he initially made ZERO dollars. To help Chad, and other photographers, Chelsea and Tony interview...
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Is A.I. Killing Photography?
You've heard the hype about A.I. created photographs and art but is the hype real? How soon could A.I. take over the photo world? Could it actually help photographers? Tony & Chelsea dig into the world of A.I. and give their thoughts about how A.I. could impact photographers.
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The TRUTH about Tony's Reviews
Tony's reviews are always full of in-depth tests like auto focus tracking and ISO performance in low light yet the camera he chooses to use every day would NOT be the winner of his review tests. In this video, we talk about Tony's camera secret and how camera reviews should and shouldn't…
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2023 Camera Predictions
Tony & Chelsea Northrup predict which cameras and lenses will come out in 2023, including new cameras from Sony, Canon, Nikon, Fuji, Panasonic and OM-Systems! Table of contents with timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:22 Squarespace Promo 0:49 Fujifilm Camera Predictions 0:56 Fujifilm GFX100 II 1:52...
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CAMERA of the YEAR 2022! Pixel Awards
Tony and Chelsea pick the best tech, software updates, accessories, and more in this year's Pixel Awards!
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Canon vs Sony vs Nikon vs EVERYONE: Who will survive??
Tony & Chelsea Northrup check the state of the camera industry in 2022, comparing Canon, Sony, Nikon, Panasonic, Fujifilm and Olympus to see who's winning, who's innovating and who won't survive! 0:00 Introduction 0:17 Squarespace Promo 0:44 Market share rankings 4:40 Pentax Ricoh cameras 6:02...
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Twice a month, professional photographers Chelsea and Tony Northrup dig deep into the history, technology, and personalities of photography.
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