Light Overtime Podcast

Light Overtime Podcast

David Sargent and Korey Bartos discuss content creation, photography, photo/video gear, business, and more.

  1. 2d ago

    Ep. 69 | Korey is a hater! Why Fujifilm doesn't cut it.

    Episode 69 of the Light Overtime Podcast with David Sargent and Korey Bartos. This week Korey explains why the Fujifilm X System doesn't fit into his workflow (It's him, not you Fuji), we talk birding, IR experimentation, 135mm lenses, and share some more of our photography!Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/korbartos https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargent https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargentcoffee/ Subscribe to David Sargent on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@davidsargentphotographySubscribe to Light Overtime and see this show in video!: https://www.youtube.com/@LightOvertime DM us if you are interested in joining the discord!Chapters:00:00 Intro & Coffee Talk02:20 Fujifilm Reality Check: Why It’s Not Working Out08:20 Editing RAW Files, Film Sims & Workflow Frustrations12:20 Family Photos, Events & Real-World Camera Performance20:25 Final Verdict on Fujifilm as an Everyday Camera25:45 Bird Photography & First Infrared Photography Experiments35:55 Lens Talk: 135mm Primesand Favorite Glass45:30 Zoom Lens Debate, Travel Kits & Camera Gear Choices55:20 Battery Solutions, Travel Photography & Field Lessons1:05:30 Sony Camera Setup, Frame Rates & Shooting Workflow1:11:45 Photography Challenge: LandscapesOur Gear***: The Sony a9III: https://amzn.to/435ggG7The Nikon Z8: https://amzn.to/4lHF8vHSony a6700: https://amzn.to/4lhwF26Favorite Lens: https://amzn.to/3kzWtWL Best Vlog Lens: https://amzn.to/38vlTnJ My Vlog Mic: https://amzn.to/2rzcFhb Best SD Cards: https://amzn.to/3pv8cLt Other SD cards: https://amzn.to/35TS11a Camera Bag: https://amzn.to/3BGAx64 Gimbal: https://amzn.to/35mCPes Tripod Legs: https://amzn.to/2I6O2Uk Tripod Head: https://amzn.to/2ryJQlI Photography Strap: https://amzn.to/2rATrbR

    1h 15m
  2. May 20

    Ep. 68 | Spring Birding, Vintage Lens Photo Share & New Camera Gear

    Episode 68 of the Light Overtime Podcast with David Sargent and Korey Bartos. This week we talk about restoring old family photographs, preserving memories through photography, spring bird migration in Michigan, and a huge week of camera news including the Sony A7R VI, Canon R6 V, and Panasonic’s latest compact camera. We also dive into new manual focus lenses, Fujifilm film simulations, wildlife photography, photo sharing, and the joy of carrying cameras everywhere again.Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/korbartos https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargent https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargentcoffee/ Subscribe to David Sargent on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@davidsargentphotographySubscribe to Light Overtime and see this show in video!: https://www.youtube.com/@LightOvertime DM us if you are interested in joining the discord!https://www.instagram.com/richard.jacobson906/https://www.instagram.com/ryan.paluczak/https://www.instagram.com/kababco/https://www.instagram.com/hlb_animal_photography/https://www.instagram.com/passivetourist/https://www.instagram.com/j.miqueas/Chapters:00:00 Intro + coffee check-in02:30 Restoring old family photos and rediscovering memories07:38 Why preserving physical photos still matters10:23 Massive camera news week (Sony, Canon, Panasonic)11:36 Sony A7R VI first impressions and preorder thoughts20:34 Sony 100-400 GM discussion and wildlife setups24:29 Panasonic’s new compact camera surprise28:15 New manual focus lenses and shooting experience35:27 Fujifilm X-T4 impressions and film simulations41:51 Michigan spring bird migration photography48:42 Birding at Lake Bancroft and wildlife photography talk50:58 Pied-billed grebes and favorite bird encounters53:00 Vintage photo vibes and spring shooting inspiration01:02:14 Photography gear philosophy and carrying cameras daily01:14:32 Film looks, editing styles, and creative workflow01:26:48 Wildlife photography setups and lens preferences01:39:55 Listener photo share and community submissions01:53:27 Final thoughts and wrap-upOur Gear***: The Sony A7CR: https://amzn.to/3YcWRRjThe Nikon Z8: https://amzn.to/4lHF8vHSony a6700: https://amzn.to/4lhwF26Favorite Lens: https://amzn.to/3kzWtWL Best Vlog Lens: https://amzn.to/38vlTnJ My Vlog Mic: https://amzn.to/2rzcFhb Best SD Cards: https://amzn.to/3pv8cLt Other SD cards: https://amzn.to/35TS11a Camera Bag: https://amzn.to/3BGAx64 Gimbal: https://amzn.to/35mCPes Tripod Legs: https://amzn.to/2I6O2Uk Tripod Head: https://amzn.to/2ryJQlI Photography Strap: https://amzn.to/2rATrbR

    1h 37m
  3. Apr 26

    Ep. 67 | Running RAW+SOOC Jpegs with the Fujifilm XT-4 and Nikon Zf

    Episode 67 of the Light Overtime Podcast with David Sargent and Korey Bartos. This week on the show, we cover recent photography adventures, new gear experiences, and evolving creative workflows. From testing the Fuji X-T4 and Nikon Zfand experimenting with RAW vs JPEG, to street photography in San Diego and a shift toward more intentional birding, the conversation explores how different tools and approaches shape the way we shoot and create. Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/korbartos https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargent https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargentcoffee/ Subscribe to David Sargent on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@davidsargentphotography Subscribe to Light Overtime and see this show in video!: https://www.youtube.com/@LightOvertime Follow along with  ⁨@KoreyElle⁩  bird adventures over on their channel. DM us if you are interested in joining the discord! Chapters: 00:00 Intro + Episode Overview 00:17 Spring Updates + Goose Nest Story 03:20 Fuji X-T4 First Impressions & Setup 06:40 Camera Handling, IBIS Issues, and Form Factor 08:20 Fuji Direction & Camera Line Discussion 10:58 Florida Birding Trip + New Vlog Channel 12:26 Vlogging Approach & Creative Philosophy 14:03 Fuji RAW vs JPEG Comparisons (Real Examples) 18:54 Shooting Workflow Takeaways (RAW+JPEG, Film Sims) 22:58 Autofocus vs Manual Focus Debate 27:02 Gear Philosophy + Future Fuji Plans 28:04 Listener Photo Submission Reminder 30:40 San Diego Trip (ZF + Lenses Overview) 32:15 Shooting RAW+JPEG + Film Profiles in Practice 38:07 Street Photography Experience + City Shooting 44:50 Travel Workflow (iPad vs Laptop for Culling) 48:53 Street Photography Ethics & Techniques 51:22 Favorite Shots + Lens Performance (85mm) 58:11 DXO Editing Software + Film Pack Discussion 59:53 Sunrise Landscape Shoot Breakdown 01:05:00 Birding Journal + Slowing Down Approach 01:10:00 Bird Photography Philosophy Shift 01:13:30 Florida Trip Highlights + Favorite Bird Moments Our Gear***: The Sony A7CR: https://amzn.to/3YcWRRjThe Nikon Z8: https://amzn.to/4lHF8vHSony a6700: https://amzn.to/4lhwF26Favorite Lens: https://amzn.to/3kzWtWL Best Vlog Lens: https://amzn.to/38vlTnJ My Vlog Mic: https://amzn.to/2rzcFhb Best SD Cards: https://amzn.to/3pv8cLt Other SD cards: https://amzn.to/35TS11a Camera Bag: https://amzn.to/3BGAx64 Gimbal: https://amzn.to/35mCPes Tripod Legs: https://amzn.to/2I6O2Uk Tripod Head: https://amzn.to/2ryJQlI Photography Strap: https://amzn.to/2rATrbR These are all affiliate links***

    1h 25m
  4. Mar 30

    Ep. 66 | An alternative to lightroom, vintage cameras and lenses, and a GOOSE!?!

    Episode 66 of the Light Overtime Podcast with David Sargent and Korey Bartos. This week we talk about a chaotic goose nesting saga that turns into an unexpected nature update, the slow arrival of spring and birding season in Michigan, and a deep dive into vintage camera gear—including testing a 2002 Nikon D100 with classic glass. We also break down our early experience with DxO PhotoLab 9, comparing it to Lightroom, discussing workflow changes, and highlighting standout features that could reshape how we edit photos.Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/korbartos https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargent https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargentcoffee/ Subscribe to David Sargent on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@davidsargentphotographySubscribe to Light Overtime and see this show in video!: https://www.youtube.com/@LightOvertime DM us if you are interested in joining the discord!Chapters:00:00 Intro + Episode 66 / Project Hail Mary01:00 Goose Nest Story + Birding Updates04:25 Spring Conditions in Michigan + Shooting Limitations06:30 Photography Plans + Recent Shooting07:30 Camera Donation + Vintage Gear Overview10:00 Nikon D100 Test + Vintage Camera Discussion13:10 DxO PhotoLab Partnership + First Impressions16:00 Workflow Changes + File Organization19:10 DxO Performance + Features (Export, FilmPack, Tools)23:00 Masking + Subject Detection ComparisonOur Gear***: The Sony A7CR: https://amzn.to/3YcWRRjThe Nikon Z8: https://amzn.to/4lHF8vHSony a6700: https://amzn.to/4lhwF26Favorite Lens: https://amzn.to/3kzWtWL Best Vlog Lens: https://amzn.to/38vlTnJ My Vlog Mic: https://amzn.to/2rzcFhb Best SD Cards: https://amzn.to/3pv8cLt Other SD cards: https://amzn.to/35TS11a Camera Bag: https://amzn.to/3BGAx64 Gimbal: https://amzn.to/35mCPes Tripod Legs: https://amzn.to/2I6O2Uk Tripod Head: https://amzn.to/2ryJQlI Photography Strap: https://amzn.to/2rATrbR These are all affiliate links***

    52 min
  5. Mar 16

    Ep. 65 | Engaging with your photography, Medium Format TV, and new lenses!

    Episode 65 of the Light Overtime Podcast with David Sargent and Korey Bartos. This week we talk about David's new lens experiences, why everything on television is medium format/65mm format and shallow DoF, engaging with your own photography, and announce a new photo share! Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/korbartos https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargent https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargentcoffee/ Subscribe to David Sargent on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@davidsargentphotography Subscribe to Light Overtime and see this show in video!: https://www.youtube.com/@LightOvertime DM us if you are interested in joining the discord! Links:Fujifilm lens voting:https://www.fujifilm-x.com/global/focus-on-glass-untold-stories-2026-spring/ Interview with Tony:https://youtu.be/cBM-czD3TNY?si=cyQik9cjVNrcbZZ3 DxO Photolab 9 (We have no affiliation or partnership): https://www.dxo.com/dxo-photolab/ Macbook Neo:https://www.apple.com/macbook-neo/ Our Gear***: The Sony A7CR: https://amzn.to/3YcWRRjThe Nikon Z8: https://amzn.to/4lHF8vHSony a6700: https://amzn.to/4lhwF26Favorite Lens: https://amzn.to/3kzWtWL Best Vlog Lens: https://amzn.to/38vlTnJ My Vlog Mic: https://amzn.to/2rzcFhb Best SD Cards: https://amzn.to/3pv8cLt Other SD cards: https://amzn.to/35TS11a Camera Bag: https://amzn.to/3BGAx64 Gimbal: https://amzn.to/35mCPes Tripod Legs: https://amzn.to/2I6O2Uk Tripod Head: https://amzn.to/2ryJQlI Photography Strap: https://amzn.to/2rATrbR These are all affiliate links***

    1h 44m
  6. Mar 1

    Ep. 64 | Wintry Photo Share and Vallerret Gloves Giveaway Winner!

    Episode 64 of the Light Overtime Podcast with David Sargent and Korey Bartos. This week we talk about a slew of new glass David acquired along with some other gear nerd stuff, some owls, Rail Jam, and our Wintry Photo Share. Congratulations Taylor Washburn for winning our giveaway. In The Shadow Of Giants by  ⁨@RBMTMedia⁩  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8wquwRpIMc Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/korbartos https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargent https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargentcoffee/ Subscribe to David Sargent on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@davidsargentphotography Subscribe to Light Overtime and see this show in video!: https://www.youtube.com/@LightOvertime DM us if you are interested in joining the discord! @vallerret Special thanks to Vallerret for working with us. Give them a follow and check out their excellent gloves. https://www.instagram.com/vallerret/ https://www.instagram.com/t.d.washburn/ https://www.instagram.com/the_jason_dean/ https://www.instagram.com/kababco/ https://www.instagram.com/hlb_animal_photography/ https://www.instagram.com/stigfloberghagen.photography/ https://www.instagram.com/ejshaeff/ https://www.instagram.com/darn.good.art/ https://www.instagram.com/visionandtone/ https://www.instagram.com/ruffa_violet/ https://www.instagram.com/mccann_compositions/ Our Gear***: The Sony A7CR: https://amzn.to/3YcWRRjThe Nikon Z8: https://amzn.to/4lHF8vHSony a6700: https://amzn.to/4lhwF26Favorite Lens: https://amzn.to/3kzWtWL Best Vlog Lens: https://amzn.to/38vlTnJ My Vlog Mic: https://amzn.to/2rzcFhb Best SD Cards: https://amzn.to/3pv8cLt Other SD cards: https://amzn.to/35TS11a Camera Bag: https://amzn.to/3BGAx64 Gimbal: https://amzn.to/35mCPes Tripod Legs: https://amzn.to/2I6O2Uk Tripod Head: https://amzn.to/2ryJQlI Photography Strap: https://amzn.to/2rATrbR These are all affiliate links***

    1h 34m
  7. Feb 23

    Ep. 63 | Rare birds in Michigan, Dog sled race quals, and a GIVEAWAY?!

    Episode 63 of the Light Overtime Podcast with David Sargent and Korey Bartos. This week we talk about the crested caracara that found its way to Michigan, David covering the rail jam and the UP200 dog sled qualification race, and we are running our first giveaway!Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/korbartos https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargent https://www.instagram.com/_davidsargentcoffee/ Subscribe to David Sargent on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@davidsargentphotographySubscribe to Light Overtime and see this show in video!: https://www.youtube.com/@LightOvertime DM us if you are interested in joining the discord! @vallerret Follow Vallerret and watch the recent video on our channel for the giveaway!Be sure to be following David, Korey, Light Overtime, and Vallerret on IG as well. https://www.instagram.com/vallerret/Submit your photos for our photo share "Wintry Photography" to lotpodsubmissions@gmail.comOur Gear***: The Sony A7CR: https://amzn.to/3YcWRRjThe Nikon Z8: https://amzn.to/4lHF8vHSony a6700: https://amzn.to/4lhwF26Favorite Lens: https://amzn.to/3kzWtWL Best Vlog Lens: https://amzn.to/38vlTnJ My Vlog Mic: https://amzn.to/2rzcFhb Best SD Cards: https://amzn.to/3pv8cLt Other SD cards: https://amzn.to/35TS11a Camera Bag: https://amzn.to/3BGAx64 Gimbal: https://amzn.to/35mCPes Tripod Legs: https://amzn.to/2I6O2Uk Tripod Head: https://amzn.to/2ryJQlI Photography Strap: https://amzn.to/2rATrbR These are all affiliate links***

    1h 19m

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David Sargent and Korey Bartos discuss content creation, photography, photo/video gear, business, and more.

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