Fotobug - Elusive Image Photography
Jim CaldwellThe Fotobug Photography podcast for travel and nature photographers. Interviews, training, reviews, and more!
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 29 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Visual ArtsArts | |||
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The Fotobug guys welcome to the podcast, photographer Jeff Futter! Jeff also has a podcast The Rocky Mountain Photography show which also featured Jim and Fred recently. Be sure to check it out!
Fred recently upgraded his smart phone and explains that the Google Pixel he has used in the past seems to be running behind other phone manufacturers in the photography department. Fred explains in this episode!
Last year Canon released the upgrade to the R6 series, the Mark III. Jim and Fred discuss the photo and video capabilities of the new camera and quick a quick review of it's features.
Jeff Cable recently returned from Milan photographing the Winter Olympics. We welcome Jeff back to The Fotobug. Jeff discusses how he goes about photographing the Olympics and what it may take for a photographer who might want to one day become an ... more
Jim recently traveled to Japan with tour guide Mike Gulbraa who owns M&M Photo Tours (www.mmphototours.com). Mike has some amazing photo tours in addition to Japan: Cuba, Africa, Italy, India, South America and more! The Fotobug highly recommends h... more
Boya recently released a new wireless microphone called the Magic Mic. This new microphone is actually three in one! It can be used as a hand-held microphone, a desk microphone, and a wireless microphone with two remote transmitters. The microphon... more
The GoPro Max 2 and the Insta360 X5 are two of the newest 360 8K cameras. If you are looking to purchase a 360 camera, which of these cameras are best for you? Jim and Fred run the two camera through some paces and discuss the pros and cons of each... more
360 cameras are becoming more and more popular. There is the Insta360 series, DJI Osmo 360, and the new GoPro Max 2. These cameras record 8K video in 360 degrees. Jim and Fred discuss the pros and cons of using a 360 camera and discuss why you mig... more
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i love how you see these two guys sitting behind fancy microphones yet the audio sounds horrible. Its a decent podcast but they think they are a lot funnier then they really are.
There servers are SO SLOW its telling me its going to take an hour to download the next episode. The speed on my end is fine.
Apple Podcasts2zrb123
United States13 years ago - Enjoy the podcast
The podcast is very interesting and informative! Considering I live in Louisville, KY, I especially enjoy the things you do with Outdoor Photo Gear!
Apple Podcasts5AugustnyneUnited States13 years ago - Great photography podcast !
Very funny and informative! Keep up the great work!
Apple Podcasts5palm-harborUnited States16 years ago - Podcast review
Very interesting podcasts ... with very interesting people and topics. Thanks for taking the time to do all these us. I'll be waiting to see more.
Apple Podcasts5BrendaBvilleUnited States16 years ago - Great!
Really enjoy these guys and fantastic interviews. Not just for travel and nature photographers!!!
Apple Podcasts5CarolptaUnited States16 years ago
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What is Fotobug about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A practical, gear-focused show for travel and nature photographers, with detailed discussions on cameras, lenses, drones, and field workflows. Episodes blend hands-on reviews, interviews with seasoned shooters, and real-world field testing across diverse environments—from wildlife safaris to Olympic venues—offering actionable advice for choosing gear, building a business, and improving on-location storytelling. Unique strengths include long-form guest conversations, clear comparisons between competing tech, and entertaining travel anecdotes that illuminate the realities of shooting in demanding environments.
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Recent guests on Fotobug include:
1. Jeff Futter
2. Jeff Cable
3. Mike Gulbraa
4. Jim Beach
5. Trai Anfield
6. Ben Geier
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