Ep. 149: New Gear Announcements at WPPI 2017 – and more

Episode 149 of the PetaPixel Photography Podcast.
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Featured: Parachūt co-founder Melissa Niu

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Parachūt co-founder Melissa Niu opens the show. Thanks Melissa!

At WPPI in Las Vegas, Sony announces two interesting new lenses and a wireless flash. (#)

Tamron announces an update to its 70-200mm f/2.8 at an aggressive price point. (#)

If you buy Sigma gear outside the country it was destined for, expect to now pay an additional fee on top of parts and labor. (#)

Westcott announces the world’s first 15-in-1 reflector designed by Nikon Ambassador Jerry Ghionis. (#)

A French company announces new 35mm & 120 roll film as well as 4×5 sheet film. (#)

An update to a recent listener question thanks to feedback from the audience.

Manfrotto founder Lino Manfrotto dies at age 80. (#)

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