Last week I talked about small sensor cameras in general and how they can pack a big punch in a small package. This week I want to reintroduce you to the high magnification bridge camera that leverages small sensors to a 600mm extreme and beyond. You'll be amazed at the images you can create with them. All of that, plus industry news, on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/03/is-it-time-to-reconsider-the-bridge-camera-photo-podcast.html

I just returned from a trip where my large-sensor camera was an OM-3 Micro Four Thirds, and it got smaller from there with a TG-7 and iPhone 17 Pro. And I love the pictures! So I thought it would be fun to talk about techniques for shooting confidently with a small sensor camera. All of that, plus industry news, on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/03/5-tips-for-small-sensor-photography-photo-podcast.html

Just when you think it's dead, Snapseed springs to life with additional editing tools, a refreshed UI, and a new camera app. And just like with some of our favorite mirrorless brands, we can capture images choosing from a variety of film simulations. And just like that Snapseed is relevant again. More about that, plus other interesting stories, on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/02/snapseed-sprouts-a-new-camera-photo-podcast.html

The Sky AI tool in Luminar Neo is sooo tempting to tap. With it, you can replace the drab no clouds background in your landscape images with any type of heavenly image. The question is: should you? I'll answer the question with an another question: Is it OK if it's your sky you're using to replace it? I'll grapple with this nebulous issue in today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/02/is-sky-replacement-ok-photo-podcast.html

Regardless of which Lightroom you have, it has impressive auto masking features. Classic and Desktop versions let you choose between basic elements like Subject, Sky, and background. But the Mobile version simplifies this even more with its Scene Enhance feature. And that's our top story for this week. I hope you enjoy the show - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/02/Lightroom-insane-Scene-Enhance-tool-photo-podcast.html

I love my laptop, but I don't want to take it everywhere! Many times these days, I'm toting an iPad mini, compact camera, and my iPhone. Does that mean I can't edit and organize on the go? It does not! And thanks to these 5 mobile apps, I'm fully functional wherever the road takes me. I'll cover them today, and more, on this week's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/02/the-5-iPad-Photo-Apps-I-Depend-On-photography-podcast.html

One of the great things about carrying around compact cameras is that you can pack two of them. And the efficiency gets ever better if you can share accessories among them. On the eve of my Mobile Photography Workshop, that's exactly what I'm going to cover today - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/01/step-up-step-down-step-all-around-photo-podcast.html

Our OM System Tough cameras don't get as much attention during the off season. After all, they're designed for our spring - summer - fall adventure trips. But that may change after this podcast when you discover these tips that will keep this wondrous little camera in your pocket all year round. All of that, and more, on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/01/5-impressive-TG-7-Features-You-May-Not-Know-About-Photo-Podcast.html

I was going to start this episode by reporting on the photo news from CES 2026, only to discover there was none. Wow. Fortunately there are some excellent events coming up that will scratch our trade show itch. And I'm going to cover the best ones on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/01/get-your-photo-tradeshow-on-in-2026-photography-podcast.html

As I mentioned last week, my iPhone has saved me countless times. Plus, it's so convenient. So much so, that when I'm working on an article, I often pull it out of my pocket for a few quick illustration snaps. But then, I had an interesting revelation that caused me to recalibrate. I'll share that story on today's TDS Photography Podcast - https://thedigitalstory.com/2026/01/I-thought-my-iPhone-shots-were-fine-until-I-didnt-photo-podcast.html