Sony Rx1Riii- The Gear Trap: Photography's Costly Delusion
When Is Enough Truly Enough? The Gear Madness Continues with the Sony Rx1Riii- New Podcast Episode Just DROPPED!
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At what point do we draw the line? $5,100 for a fixed-lens point-and-shoot? The Sony RX1R III might look slick, but it's yet another example of the gear arms race spiraling into absurdity.
Yes—gear can help. But it doesn’t make the photographer. The obsession with the next big thing is costing people real opportunities to grow with what they already have.
This isn’t about bashing brands—it’s about calling out the illusion that you need the newest, most expensive toy to create powerful, lasting work. You don’t.
Let’s talk about it:
🔸 When is enough… enough?
🔸 What gear do you actually need to create your best work?
🔸 Is the RX1R III a serious tool—or just a $5,000 flex?
Drop your thoughts below. Let’s have a real convo about priorities, purpose, and getting back to creating.
In this episode/post, we dive into the escalating gear obsession in the photography world. Using the Sony RX1R III's eyebrow-raising $5,100 price tag as a jumping-off point, we ask the big question: When is enough gear truly enough?
From camera flex culture to the pressure of keeping up with the "latest and greatest," this is a call to reevaluate what really matters. Spoiler alert: It’s not always what’s in your camera bag.
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Ask Me ANYTHING! AI, DJI Drones Go Missing, Losing Weight, Gear Recommendations
You asked. I answered.
This episode is a wild ride—nothing off limits and no BS. From the impact of AI on photography, to my take on the best drones and camera gear right now… all the way to my personal weight loss journey and everything in between. If you sent in a question, there’s a good chance I answered it here.
🎧 Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts
📺 Watch the full video version on my YouTube channel
👉 www.jasonlanier.com/podcast
Let’s get real—photography, tech, health, hustle. All of it.
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📄 Podcast Description:
In this special AMA (Ask Me Anything) episode of the Jason Lanier Photography Unfiltered Podcast, I answer a flood of questions straight from you—my audience. We go deep into:
📸 How AI is changing the photography game
🚁 My current favorite DJI drones
🎒 Must-have gear and camera setups
🧠 Mental discipline and my personal weight loss journey
🎤 Plus some real talk on career, creativity, and staying relevant in today’s world
If you love gear talk, honest advice, and hearing the behind-the-scenes truth of this industry, this one’s for you.
Watch the video version on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. No filters, no fluff—just real answers.
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Abandoned Beauty: A Model’s Story of Shooting at Six Flags New Orleans with Jason Lanier
The "Jason Lanier Unfiltered" podcast is where real talk meets raw creativity, offering unfiltered conversations about photography, life, and the wild journey in between. Host Jason Lanier invites people he works with to share their experiences, making for enlightening and fun discussions. In this particular episode, Jason speaks with model Krystal Kadaver, who has been modeling since she was 18 and has been a frequent collaborator on Jason's project at Six Flags New Orleans.
The conversation delves into Krystal's experiences modeling at the abandoned Six Flags park, from seeing its transformation from a Jurassic Park like abanbdoned location to it's current half demolished state.
They talk about navigating the challenging environment, including "MRSA water," mosquitoes, and alligators. They discuss the importance of communication between photographers and models, the significance of a photographer having a clear vision, and the role of models as muses who should bring their own creativity and adaptability to a shoot. Krystal shares advice for new models, emphasizing research, bringing a friend (a "Jen" who can help, and being prepared to get dirty.
They also touch on the challenges and rewards of being a creative and balancing it with personal life, highlighting the need for a supportive partner who understands the passion for creation.... The podcast emphasizes the unique and adventurous nature of shoots with Jason Lanier, where "it's an experience, not just a photo shoot.
Chapter Markers
00: Intro
35: Introduce Guest Star Krystal
5:30: What did you think about shooting at Six Flags prior to doing the shoot?
6:35: What was it like shooting with me from an expectation vs. reality standpoint?
7:45: The Importance of Communicating as a model and a photographer BEFORE the shoot
12:07: Struggling to find creative outfits and looks as a photographer
14:15: What makes it a no go for Jason with models and communication
15:36: The Synergy of Creation
16:05: What it means to be a Muse
18:18- How to Not Cheat Yourself out of Great Shots
20:29: Working with Jason compared to working with other photographers
21:30- The Importance of Giving Directions to a Model
22:45- How Male Photographers Should Appropriately Compliment a Female Model
26:40: How Female Photographers Communicate Differently Than Male Photographers
27:25: Learning a Model's Boundaries as a Photographer
29:39: Favorite Shoots we did at Six Flags New Orleans
32:36: What Advice would you give to models that haven't shot with Jason before?
34:35: Setting Off Chinese Dynamite
35:57: What Advice would you give to newer models?
36:13: Bringing a friend or escort to a shoot
41:00: Shooting with Multiple Models on one set
45:21: Having a personal life as a creative
47:39: Feeling the most alive as a creative
51:35: The Importance of Being Who you are as a creative when you're in a relationship
53:58: What a Great Photo Shoot should feel like
55:40: The Importance of Staying Positive on a Shoot
59:00: Wrap up and Future Projects
Working with Models- How to Find, Shoot and Create Amazing Work- Feat. Sophia Baser
Learn how to find, set up shoots, and work with models in this episode that features an interview that Jason does with Sophia Baser, a New Orleans based model that he has worked with for many years.
Jason and Sophia discuss some of the pitfalls to avoid as well as some great tips to add to your arsenal when you are looking to start working more with models for your photography work.
They share stories on experiences they've encountered while working with each other and other creatives in the industry. Lots of great information in here for those who might struggle with this or don't even know where to get started.
You can follow Sophia on Insagram @baser.sophia and follow Jason @jasonlanierphotography
To see all of the Jason Lanier Unfiltered episodes please visit www.jasonlanier.com/podcast
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Starting a Photography Career-a Conversation with my 3 Adult Sons
Jason brings on his 3 adult sons who are at the very beginning stages of their photography careers to discuss some of the key steps of starting your career as a photographer. They discuss some of the anxiety, fears, hopes, goals and dreams of what it will take to become a successul creative and content creator.
It's a hard business to make a full time living and Jason is sharing his secrets to success not only with his sons, but also with all of YOU!
This podcast was recorded during the middle of a roadtrip that Jason has taken with his sons to help train them not only in the technical and creative aspects of photography, but also to show them what the REAL photographer's life is like apart from the glitz and glamour that we see on social media and TV.
Don't forget to share the episode with others out there and thanks in advance for any reviews you can provide for the podcast!
Ask Me Anything- How to NOT Burn Out, Handling Picky Clients, and Global Shutters
Ask ME ANYTHING! This podcast features Jason speaking with a group of photographers online at the conclusion of one of his livestream sessions where he opens the forum for them to ask him anything related to the world of photography. The answers are raw, true and there's a lot of fun thrown in there as well.
Topics include:
*How To NOT burn out
*When to shoot for yourself vs. for a client
*How to Handle Picky Clients
*How to Control and Direct a Shoot
*How to Choose the Right Gear for the Right Job
*Global Shutters vs. High Speed Sync
*LED's vs. Strobes
And MORE!
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How to Use LED Lighting Outdoors to Get Maximum Results
Join Jason to learn his tips and tricks for shooting with LED Lighting Outdoors During Daytime Hours for Optimal Results. This is a presentation that he livestreamed on Zoom and Youtube where he takes questions at the end of the presentation from the listening audience. Topics addressed in this episode include:
Changes and Innonvations in LED Technology
Differences in using traditional strobe and LED for portraits
WHEN to use LED Lighting Outdoors
WHERE to use LED Lighting Outdoors
HOW TO Maximize Results
Live Q&A Session
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Finding Balance- 5 Steps that I have Taken to Balance a Crazy and Hectic Life
It's been a YEAR since I've released a podcast and that's because my life is SO CRAZY!! So this podcast is a reflection of me finding more balance in my life so I can get back to things like the podcast as well as doing all of the other work that I have to do PLUS manage my personal life.
Everything we do in this life comes at a cost both financially, personally and professionally. So, this is what I'm working on to make it all work.
The 5 Steps Include:
*Setting Priorities
*Setting Boundaries
*Setting Timelines
*Managing Workflow
*Setting RECOVERY Time
I hope it helps!!
10 Things I HATE about Photography (and how I cope with them)
Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life...is a LIE. I have my dream job, and there are still many things I hate about being a photographer. So I've outlined the top 10 things here and most importantly what I do to cope with them to achieve success.
Amazon Part 2 Kissing and Swimming with Piranhas, Epic Sunsets, and Total Adventure
Wanna hear what it's like to hold a piranha in your hand? Ever wonder what it's like to swim in piranha infested waters? Listen to Part 2 of Jason's podcast from his adventure down into the Ecuadorian Amazon!
In this episode Jason talks about visiting the beautiful area of Cuyabeno that has stunning waters, sunsets, wildlife and more. He visits old abandoned camps and does photo shoots in trees surrounded by water. We hope you enjoy it and thank you for listening!
My Journey to the AMAZON Part ONE! Staying with Indigenous Tribes, Eating Insects and Surviving the Jungle
Wanna know what it's like to be an adventure travel photographer? To embark on an adventure to the middle of nowhere and stay with the tribes? Join Jason Lanier for Part 1 of a 2 part series where he recounts his epic journey to the heart of the Amazon jungle in Ecuador where he stayed in the protected area of Yasuni with the Waorani tribe, the last uncivilized indigenous tribe in the Ecuadorian Amazon.
This podcast contains tips for how to make it in these situations, and how to prepare yourself for a similar journey. We thank you for listening and ask you to share it with someone who you know would enjoy it!
Shooting Again with Ms. Emily and Creating Art in Some Crazy Places
Listen to Jason's latest episode where he teams up again for some shoots with his long time Assistant and Muse Emily Rinaldo. In Episode 25 Jason updates you on the recent shoots he's been able to do with Emily as they've gone through the California desert and beach creating some more beautiful work.
Locations include San Onofre Beach, Jacumba Hot Springs, Salton Sea, Niland, Salton Beach and El Centro. Jason shares his adventures in speaking with the locals in these crazy locations and how you can create art in some crazy locations.
Conversation with a Confessed Double Murderer, Visiting Brushy Mountain Penitentiary
Ever wonder what it would be like to have a conversation with a confessed double murderer? Speaking to him out in the open to hear his story where he says he'd do it all over again? Join Jason Lanier as he recounts his eerie story of speaking with this man at the property where the murders occurred.
Jason also discusses his shoots that he did at the historic Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary that is a companion piece to the videos that he has released from Brushy Mountain. If you like this podcast, please make sure to share it with someone you know, and give us a review and a rating!
My Journey BACK from the Edge of the Alaskan Frontier- Part 2
Wanna know what it's like to sleep in a car in sub zero conditions in Deadhorse, Alaska? Hear about caribou, ice roads, flying a drone in freezing conditions and more in Part 2 of Jason's travel to the edge of the Alaska Frontier on the Dalton Highway.
Using just a Chevy Malibu on the "most dangerous highway in the world" Jason embarked on an epic journey to Deadhorse, Alaska and back and brings the adventure to you in this podcast. If you haven't had a chance to listen to Part 1 of this experience make sure to check out podcast Episode 22 before listening to this one so you can hear about this crazy experience in it's totality.
We thank you for listening and ask you to please leave a rating and review on whatever source you listen to this podcast. Thank you!
My Journey to the Edge of the Alaskan Frontier- Part 1
Join Jason Lanier for one of his most epic adventures yet where he travels alone to the edge of the Alaskan frontier on the Dalton Highway, known as the "most dangerous highway in the world."
The stretch of road the ties Fairbanks to Deadhorse, the northernmost point of Alaska accessible via car has been made famous by the reality show, "Ice Road Truckers." Jason decided to embark on this journey on his own to film a documentary on the trek using only a Chevy Malibu and his crazy self as he drives on this 500 stretch of road that is truly made of ice.
Passing through the world famous Atigun Pass that literally goes up the side of a mountain with nothing but ice is truly a memory that he will never forget and he shares his adventures here with you in Part 1 of 2 of his travels on this highway.
We thank you for listening and invite you to give us feedback on this podcast by visiting: www.jasonlanier.com/podcast
Finding Purpose- Covering the Border Crisis as a Photojournalist and Human Being
In early March 2021 the United States saw a significant increase in the amount of immigrants coming over its borders illegally many of them seeking asylum. Jason Lanier decided to film a documentary to cover this situation to find the truth and reality of the situation vs. what we're being told by media and politicians.
In Episode 21, Jason discusses his journey to document this situation that took him over 2000 miles as he covered the border states of California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. Jason's exploits took him to travel over to Mexico as well and experience the situation from the other side of the border wall.
Jason went into the heaviest hit areas and spent nearly a week down at the Rio Grande documenting the harrowing journey that immigrants made from the Mexican side of the river over to US soil by way of human traffickers known as Coyotes.
This isn't a political podcast. It's a simple retelling of what Jason experienced from both a photojournalism and a human perspective. Jason talks about the gear that he used to document this journey as well as his experiences with the people involved. This is about all the people involved and is a precursor to the documentary that Jason will release. We hope you enjoy it and thank you for listening.
What's Going on with me shooting FUJI???
Join Jason Lanier for episode 20 where he describes his recent interest in shooting with the Fuji mirrorless system. As a long time Sony and Nikon shooter, Jason jumping into the Fuji system has his followers asking why. And this episode delves into that question as he talks about Fuji's crop sensor AND medium format cameras.
Jason also shares stories from his recent shoot at the abandoned distillery in Lexington, Kentucky that he did where he shot both Sony and Fuji cameras.
He ends the episode by talking about his upcoming photojournalism projects and how he plans on using these cameras to create his work. We thank you for listening and ask you to share this episode if you like it!
SLOWING Down to Do MORE- 3 Tips to Improve Your Photography Productivity
Wanna get more out of your work? Feel like you need to slow down in order to get more done? Join Jason Lanier for Episode 19 where he details the 3 steps he's taken in order to slow to down to do more.
Jason updates his audience on what he's been up to for the last 3 weeks including shoots in Florida and Tennessee in the Everglades and Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary. He talks about his first time shooting the Sony A1 and what he thinks about this brand new camera.
We hope you enjoy this podcast and and invite you to let us know what you think by completing the contact form at www.jasonlanier.com/podcast
How to Communicate and Direct for Better Photography Results
Jason Lanier talks about his recent experiences training photographers during his 1 on 1 sessions on how to better communicate and direct your subjects to get the best results possible.
Jason then shares his exploits from the past 3 weeks where he has traveled to multiple places creating some pretty unique imagery with models from the Ukraine to California.
Jason shares a Valentines Day wish and talks about the balance he's found in his life working on cars with his boys in combination with continuing his career as a professional photographer. We thank you for listening and hope you enjoy the episode!
Photojournalism- My Experiences Shooting the Last 4 Presidential Inaugurations
Ever wonder what it's like to photography history in the making? In this podcast Jason Lanier describes his experiences in documenting the last 4 Presidential Inaugurations including his most recent trip to Washington DC to cover the proceedings of the Inauguration for President Joe Biden.
In this episode Jason also discusses his recent shoots, what it's like to shoot live on livestreams for his followers, and what he'll be up to in the coming weeks as he continues to stay busy during this crazy time in our lives.