FroKnowsPhoto Photography Podcasts Walking The Red Carpet with BEN STILLER! RAWtalk 189
Mar 13, 2026
They debate Canon's surprise retro-inspired concept camera, its design choices, sensor tradeoffs and who might buy it. Jared recounts shooting the World Baseball Classic with Team Israel, gear choices from fisheyes to 4x5 film, and juggling deliverables. They describe rocking the Born to Bowl premiere in NYC, backstage logistics, and a brief handshake with Ben Stiller.
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Choosing Photojournalism Over Telephoto Game Coverage
- Jared Polin prioritized behind-the-scenes photojournalism over tight game action to capture lasting memories for Team Israel.
- He used wide, documentary lenses (7–14 fisheye, 10–20) and focused on player candids and access rather than telephoto game shots.
Retro Concept Cameras Sell Experiences Not Specs
- Canon's waist-level retro concept camera attracted attention because it offered a shooting experience different from mere retro shells.
- Jared and Steven noted the demo was usable at CP+ and could target younger users seeking novel, tactile cameras rather than full-frame clones.
Design Retro Cameras With Purposeful Controls
- If you make a retro concept camera, keep controls tactile and exposure options manual so it feels purposeful, not just a pretty shell.
- Jared and Steven prefer manual focus, minimal buttons, and at least APS-C sensor over a one-inch fixed lens for real usability.