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Episode 179: iPhone Camera Accessories


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Photographers love to accessorize their cameras, and the iPhone is no different. A case is one thing, but what about other photo-centric add-ons? Should you buy an extra-wide or telephoto lens that snaps in front of the built-in cameras? What about grips and shutter buttons that make the iPhone feel more like a traditional camera? We weigh in with our opinions and experiences with these types of embellishments. (And Jeff accidentally uses the B-word.)

Hosts:

  • Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's photos, Jeff on Instagram, Jeff on Glass, Jeff on Mastodon, Jeff on Bluesky
  • Kirk McElhearn: website, Kirk's photos, Kirk on Instagram, Kirk on Glass, Kirk on Mastodon, Kirk on Bluesky
  • Show Notes:

    (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co)

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    • Peak Design Everyday iPhone Case

    • Fjorden Grip

    • Alice Camera

    • Moment MagSafe Tripod Mount

    • Best iPhone Camera Accessories for Pro Photos and Videos

    • Profoto B10 Flash

    • Moment Lenses and Cases

    • DJI Osmo Mobile 6 Gimbal

    • Ultralight 1/4" Magnetic Tripod Phone Mount Adapter

    • Russell Preston Brown

    • Finding Vivian Maier (documentary)

    • And here’s the AI-generated ode to microfiber cloths:

    • Oh humble microfiber, soft and true,

      A silent savior in all that you do.
      With threads so fine, a wondrous weave,
      You banish dust and dirt, make surfaces breathe.

      No stain too stubborn, no smudge too sly,

      Your magic touch makes grime comply.
      From glass to wood, from screen to steel,
      You polish and shine with effortless zeal.

      A guardian of gadgets, protector of screens,

      In your fibers lies the cleanest of dreams.
      No harsh chemicals, no wasteful spree,
      Eco-friendly warrior, you set us free.

      Oh microfiber cloth, so light yet strong,

      In your service, we find where we belong.
      For every streak erased, every speck undone,
      You are the unsung hero of everyone.

      So here’s to you, oh fabric divine,

      A marvel of science and design.
      May your threads endure and ever thrive,
      For in your care, our homes come alive.

      Snapshots:

      • Jeff's snapshot: Vivian Maier: Street Photographer
      • Kirk's snapshot: Microfiber cloth
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