The Camera Gear Podcast

We go deep on the Insta360 Luna Ultra gimbal camera and discuss our experiences testing it hands-on. Will this camera earn a spot in our everyday carry bags, or is it more of a fun novelty? And is this the perfect camera for Lucas to capture slow-motion video of his dogs?

Note: Insta360 sent us a Luna Ultra for review. We also purchased a Luna Ultra ourselves from B&H Photo. No money changed hands, and Insta360 did not have the opportunity to listen to this episode prior to publishing. We strive to provide our most honest hands-on impressions of all products we review.

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Notes:

The FCC is cracking down on DJI tech that dodged the foreign drone ban [The Verge]

Insta360 Luna Ultra
Insta360 Luna Ultra Camera

Luna Ultra Accessories
Black Mist Filter

ND Filters

Ultra Wide Angle Lens

Battery Handle

Sliding Case

Mini Fill Light

Insta360 Crossbody Strap

Insta360 Mic Pro

We discuss the various options for waterproof cameras and housings to capture our increasing water-based adventures. Also, is Leica’s new SL3-P the SL3 Leica fans have been waiting for, or an unnecessary addition to their lineup?

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Notes:

Leica SL3-P

Leica SL3-P Lab Test [CineD]

DNG is Now an International ISO Standard [CineD]

Insta360 Go 3

OM System Tough TG-7

SeaLife Micro 3.0 Digital Underwater Camera

GoPro Mission 1 Pro

We take a look at some Sony news and rumors this week, with a possible FX5 cinema camera on the horizon as well as a new bridge camera that we wish had an even larger zoom range. Also, Fuji might have a new film simulation on the way, which has Lucas wondering what camera he’s going to have to buy to get access to it.

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Notes:

Sony Semiconductor Solutions to Release LOFIC-Equipped CMOS Image Sensor for Mobile Applications

Sony’s First LOFIC Image Sensor Promises Nearly 17 Stops of Dynamic Range [PetaPixel]

Sony’s Next ILME-FX Camera May Be More Than an FX3 Refresh [YM Cinema]

Confirmed: Sony RX10 V to Be Announced in Early July, FX5 Cinema Camera in Late July 2026 [New Camera]

We consider a fun purchasing challenge this week as we try to figure out what affordable travel camera one of our friends should buy for his son in preparation for an upcoming trip. Also, we strategize about how to stop the epidemic of people posting ungraded log footage on social media.

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Notes:

GoPro Mission 1 Pro

Insta360 Luna Ultra

Sony ZV-1F

Canon PowerShot V1

Canon PowerShot V10

Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A

Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cine

Camp Snap 2

Minolta MN4K300WP UHD 4K Waterproof Camera

Minolta MNS10

Sony NEX-3

Nikon 1 J1

We had the chance to take a PYXIS 12K for a spin and share our hands-on perspective and findings about this camera in particular and cinema cameras in general. We were surprised by a few of our findings, and we’re left with the question: is this our next camera purchase?

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Notes:

DJI Avata 360

Blackmagic PYXIS 12K

Blackmagic PYXIS Monitor EVF Kit

Blackmagic Ursa Cine Top Handle