Picture This: Photography Podcast

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...

"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,...

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...

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...

on "Quitting YouTube"

Tony and Chelsea give their thoughts on why YouTubers are stepping back, buring out, and Quitting.

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...

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,...

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!

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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.

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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.

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...

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.

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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! Go to http://squarespace.com/Chelsea & save 10% off your first website or domain with code “Chelsea"

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! Go to http://squarespace.com/Chelsea & save 10% off your first...

How Frank built a PHOTO & VIDEO business from ZERO to (nearly) $100k in 12 months!

Meet Frank Dinardi (https://dinardivisualproductions.com/). 2 years ago, Frank was a landscaper living with his dad. Today, Frank has a wife, a house, a baby, and a job doing what he LOVES: professional photography and video. Frank has an inspirational success...

I was WRONG about Sony!

The camera companies are always in a race to be at the top! Which is innovating the best features? Which is getting the best sales? Who has the best strategy? These are all things we consider when evaluating the companies...

Choosing the right social media

It seems like we're all expected to participate in every social media platform that comes along. What if we don't participate and it ends up being the next big thing? What if we're missing out on marketing to new clients?...

Who Stole this photo?

A photographer enters a photo in a competition, wins, and then another photographer comes forward and claims they took the shot. This actually happened, and the photographer Clancy Gebler Davies was stripped of her reward. Did she deserve it? Was...

Burnt Out on Photography

Been a while since you picked up your camera? You're not alone. Tony and Chelsea talk about the reasons people get photography burnout and how to find your excitement for taking photos again!

Photo Mistakes and Fixes!

Everyone makes mistakes when learning photography! Chelsea goes over some of her common mistakes, what she has learned, and how to fix them!

Switching from Canon R5 to a...

FINALLY! I've tested the R5, A1, and Z9 in landscapes, travel, portraits, and wildlife and I'm finally ready to make my choice. Tony and I review the results of each test, the pros and cons of each camera, answer the...

Bad Photos? DON'T GIVE UP!

Many photographers doubt their work and their talent and question if they have any right to be a photographer at all. DON'T GIVE UP! I'm passing along tips on how to change your mindset to become a better, happier, photographer...

Instagram ruined photography

Canon R7 & R10 LEAKED! Sorry, Fuji :(

Tony Northrup discusses the two new Canon APS-C cameras for the RF mirrorless mount: The Canon R7 (a 32-megapixel sports & wildlife-oriented camera) and the Canon R10 (an entry-level vlogging & lifestyle camera). SPONSOR: Go to http://squarespace.com/tony & save 10%...

SONY MEDIUM FORMAT CAMERA LEAKED!

Chelsea & Tony Northrup discuss the rumors of the new Sony Alpha medium format mirrorless camera, with a BIGGER sensor than the Fujifilm GFX cameras. MORE megapixels, too, with up to 200 megapixels... and it has one more trick: A...

Is Sony REALLY #1 in Cameras? Yes, it matters.

Sony recently announced that they were the #1 camera manufacturer, above Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Olympus, and Panasonic in several important segments... But their data tells only part of the story. Tony Northrup digs into WHY this is very important (something...

Our TOP 5 Cameras EVER $200 TO $7,000

Chelsea and Tony Northrup reveal their favorite cameras of all time from $200 to $7,000. Included are Canon, Nikon, Sony, Mamiya, Leica, and more!

Their BIGGEST Mistakes: Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic & Olympus

Wildlife Photography Tips YOU NEED

Surviving YouTube:

Tony and Chelsea talk about how they accidentally became YouTubers, the mistakes they made along the way, the things they did that actually worked, and how you can learn from their experience.

2022 CAMERA PREDICTIONS: Sony a5?

Tony Northrup and Chelsea review the hits and misses of their 2021 predictions and also make camera predictions for 2022. Will Sony release a Z5 competitor? Will Canon release a high res R5 called the R5C? Will Nikkon release long...

CAMERA OF THE YEAR! 2021 Pixel Awards

It's that time of year again! Tony and Chelsea pick their winners of the year for the best computer, lens, accessories, drone, innovation, consumer camera, and pro camera.

LEAKED: Canon R1 & R5c ATTACK Sony & Nikon!

Tony reviews the latest Canon Rumors (via canonrumors.com), including the Canon R5c, a video-centric cinema camera with 45 megapixels, 20 FPS stills, and 8k/30 or 8k/60 video. He also covers the Canon R1, Canon's flagship mirrorless camera, with at least...