Capture One and Leica Seek New Owners; GoPro Faces Collapse
In the most recent episode of the PetaPixel Podcast, recorded at the KEH headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, hosts Chris, Jordan, and Jaron examine the troubling circumstances facing several key photography brands. Capture One is currently up for sale by its private equity owner, while a Chinese private equity firm is the frontrunner to purchase Leica. Reports indicate that GoPro is 'on the brink' and may not last through the year. Additional discussions cover the Camp Snap 2 camera, new anamorphic lenses from Zeiss, Lucky's Color 200 film, and the integration of GlassAI's technology into smartphones. Insights from KEH regarding the pre-owned camera market are also featured in the podcast.
Key facts
- Capture One's private equity owner is trying to sell it.
- A Chinese private equity firm is the leading contender to acquire Leica.
- GoPro is reportedly 'on the brink' and may not last the year.
- The podcast was recorded at KEH headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Camp Snap 2 is smaller, lighter, and has more accessories.
- Zeiss has released new anamorphic lenses.
- Lucky's new Color 200 film is now available.
- GlassAI's technology has been integrated into a smartphone.
Entities
Institutions
- Capture One
- Leica
- GoPro
- KEH
- PetaPixel
- Camp Snap
- Zeiss
- Lucky
- GlassAI
- B&H Photo
- ProMaster
- FJ Westcott
- Blue Moon Camera and Machine
- Moment
- Riverside
- SpeakPipe
- Comenity Capital Bank
- YoloLiv
- Micro Four Thirds
Locations
- Atlanta
- Georgia
- United States