Ep. 486: Godox Adds Some Daylight – and more
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In Episode 486 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, host Sharky James reflects on the deeper purpose of photography as he approaches 55, contemplating how images made today might be cherished for generations. The episode dives into recent gear releases from major brands, starting with Godox’s new LightMons LE200D Daylight LED Monolight—a compact, powerful, and affordable 5600K daylight light with Bluetooth, NFC, and DMX control. Brighton Star launches the MF 11mm f2.8 Mark II, a high-quality ultra-wide manual focus lens ideal for landscapes and architecture. Think Tank Photo unveils the upgraded Photocross V2 Sling, a durable, well-designed one-strap bag with improved comfort and features. Fujifilm announces two upcoming Fujikina events in Copenhagen and Warsaw, offering hands-on workshops and networking. Amaran introduces its new Halo series of bicolor COB lights, praised for their brightness, compact design, and ease of use. The episode also covers color calibration tools from Calibright, monitor recommendations like the Aizo ColorEdge CS3200X, and a new TT Artisan AF 17mm f1.8 Air lens for APS-C shooters. Throughout, Sharky emphasizes practicality, affordability, and the joy of creative expression over chasing expensive gear.
The Godox LE200D offers powerful, consistent daylight output at just $190, ideal for budget-conscious creatives.
Brighton Star’s MF 11mm f2.8 Mark II is a top-tier ultra-wide lens with excellent optics and a modern design.
Think Tank Photo’s Photocross V2 Sling offers superior comfort and access with a single-strap design.
Color calibration with tools like Calibright’s color checker and monitor calibration can dramatically improve image quality.
Azo’s ColorEdge CS3200X is a high-end 4K monitor with excellent color accuracy, though not essential for most photographers.
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Reflections on Photography’s Legacy
“If they print those photos out and hand them down through the generations, photos that we shoot in the cupo cave could be held and cherished by not only that baby inside them, but their kids and grandkids. Perhaps, I don't know, 100 years from now.”
Godox LightMons LE200D Daylight LED Monolight
“Available right now in black as well as white at Robert's Camera and elsewhere, the new Godox Lightmons LE 200D Daylight LED Monolight goes for just $190 US. That's right, that's pretty darn affordable.”
Brighton Star MF 11mm f2.8 Mark II Ultra-Wide Lens
“This full frame manual focus only lens has an impressive 182 degree angle of view, making it among the widest rectilinear full frame options this wide.”
Think Tank Photo Photocross V2 Sling
Introduction and review of the upgraded Photocross V2 Sling, a durable, comfortable one-strap bag with improved ergonomics and features.
Fujikina Events & Amaran Halo Series
Coverage of Fujifilm’s upcoming Fujikina events in Copenhagen and Warsaw, plus a look at Amaran’s new Halo series of compact, high-output bicolor lights.
“If they print those photos out and hand them down through the generations, photos that we shoot in the cupo cave could be held and cherished by not only that baby inside them, but their kids and grandkids. Perhaps, I don't know, 100 years from now.”
“Most photographers are probably not calibrating their monitors. They're not using a color checker. They're doing something we call winging it and winging it really isn't a good strategy.”
“Would it be nice to have one of these monitors? Yes, yes it would. But most of us don't need one. Get yourself something like one of Calibrite's color checkers... and you are way ahead of the game.”
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Sharky James
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Godox
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LightMons LE200D
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Fujifilm
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Think Tank Photo
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Lens Shark Photography Podcast
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Amaran
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MF 11mm f2.8 Mark II
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Photocross V2 Sling
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Brighton Star
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