The Camera Gear Podcast

Which cameras were our top picks in 2025? As we’ve done in previous years, for this episode we considered all of the camera releases from 2025 and chose our favorites in various categories, including best photo camera, best hybrid mirrorless camera, best overall, and more. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at [email protected].  

We look back at the camera news of 2025 and judge each major camera brand’s wins and losses, as well as reflect on what surprised us and what we hope to see in 2026. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at [email protected].  

Hot on the heels of the Canon R6 Mark III, Sony announced the long-awaited A7 V. With the previous A7 IV having come out all the way back in 2021, does the new A7 V catch Sony up to the competition or leapfrog them ahead? If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at [email protected].   Notes: Canon lenses of interest Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Lens [B&H] Canon 45mm f/1.2 STM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 85mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM Lens [B&H] Canon RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM Lens [B&H] Sony A7 V [Sony] Sony A7 V Review [Petapixel]

We dig deep into the new Canon R6 Mark III. Has Canon managed to come out on top in the crowded midrange full-frame mirrorless camera segment? If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at [email protected]. Notes: Canon EOS R6 Mark III [B&H] Canon EOS R6 III Review: Predictably Excellent [PetaPixel]

Lucas is considering some changes to his photo backup workflow, which is an undertaking of epic proportions. Also, Canon’s new 45mm f/1.2 STM lens has us wondering if RF mount has finally reached its full potential. If you enjoy the show and want to contribute to our hosting costs, we’d welcome your support on Patreon. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at [email protected]. Notes: Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM Lens [Adorama] How Two Photographers Transformed RAW Photo Support on Mac [PetaPixel]