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Are you a filmmaker or photographer?
If you heard a collective geek-out echoing from Manhattan earlier this month, that was the sound of creatives, photographers, and filmmakers losing their minds (in the best way) at BILD Expo 2025, hosted by B&H Photo at the Javits Center. Let's just say—if it had batteries, lenses, or lights—it was probably there. We were there too! And in case you missed it—or just want to relive the magic—we're giving you the complete scoop on this premier photography trade show, complete with behind-the-scenes stories, fresh camera gear drops, speaker highlights, and of course, a little Indipro power solutions. Spoiler alert: we did debut something pretty cool for filmmaking equipment enthusiasts. |
Watch Our BILD Expo 2025 Video Recap Here:
What is BILD Expo? The Ultimate Creative Playground for Photography & Filmmaking
BILD Expo isn't just another camera trade show; it's where the magic happens for content creators worldwide. Picture this: over 250 top photography and filmmaking brands setting up camp for two days of hands-on camera equipment demos, live shoots, expert-led workshops, and some very cool surprises (looking at you, Disco Photo Booth). The energy was absolutely electric, even if the camera straps were hopelessly tangled.
This year's B&H BILD Expo revolved around three creative tracks that kept everyone buzzing: Photography, Content Creation, and Filmmaking. Each track brought its own curated stages, breakout sessions, and hands-on activations. Basically, wherever you turned, someone was filming something, testing video production gear, or learning a new trick from an industry legend. The inspiration? Limitless.
BILD Expo 2025 Speakers: Industry Legends & Photography Experts
BILD Expo 2025 brought out some serious talent, and we don't mean YouTubers with two-ring lights and a dream—we mean global changemakers, viral MVPs, and literal National Geographic photographers who reminded us why we fell in love with this craft in the first place.
Cristina Mittermeier: Environmental Photography Pioneer
Cristina Mittermeier headlined the main stage, delivering a powerful reminder of how photography can protect our planet. She has edited or coauthored twenty-seven books (including the CEMEX Conservation Book Series) and won over a dozen awards. It's no wonder she was chosen as this year's keynote speaker at the photography trade show.
Top Photography & Filmmaking Speakers at BILD 2025
Cristina was joined by an incredible lineup including:
- Ami Vitale: Environmental photographer and Nikon Ambassador who's captured hearts worldwide.
- Drex Lee: The mastermind behind the "Epic One-Shot" style that's revolutionizing content creation. If you get a chance to view Drex's YouTube channel, do it!
- Pressley Hosbach: Bringing her acting and content creation expertise.
- Shuang Hu: Showcasing her powerhouse filmmaking skills and discussing Women in Media: Breaking Barriers along with Lina Renzina, Barbara Jones, and Keren Sachs.
- Jared "FroKnowsPhoto" Polin: Yes, the hair, the legend himself—made an appearance. Jared ended the expo with a bang, filled with bold opinions, straight talk, and a whole lot of fun!
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Scott Kelby: Shared his photo editing wizardry in his session, "How to Use Lightroom & Photoshop's AI Features and Still Sleep at Night."
Thandiwe Muriu: Kenyan Visual Artist Spotlight
Fuji helped bring Kenyan visual artist Thandiwe Muriu to the stage, whose art blew minds with her surreal blend of fabric, identity, and art. In her session, "The Heart of Photography: Turning Identity Into Art," you could see cell phones raised and clicking. Her 20-hour journey from Kenya to New York City was a blessing for all the attendees who were fortunate enough to be in the audience.
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She also hosted The Thandiwe Muriu Joy Power Love Photobooth Experience, sponsored by FUJIFILM and Instax printers. Visitors were asked to work one-on-one, stylizing models and props to showcase their theme of either Joy, Power, or Love. Each participant was asked to leave with one Instax™ print of their final work and one Instax™ print to display in the booth. These photography and filmmaking experts didn't just talk—they ignited something in everyone who listened. Whether you're just learning how to shoot in manual or pitching your next feature film, there was someone on that stage speaking directly to your creative soul.
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Hands-On Photography & Filmmaking Experiences at BILD Expo
Here's what made BILD Expo 2025 absolutely exceptional: this wasn't a "look-but-don't-touch" kind of camera trade show. BILD practically shouted, "Grab that camera equipment! Point it at a disco ball! Try a macro lens on a model train set! Drink in the lighting like it's your third coffee of the day!"
Photography Workshops & Live Demonstrations
The hands-on experiences were everywhere you looked:
- Photo walks through NYC paired attendees with pro photographers (and probably confused a few pigeons along the way).
- The Disco Experience: Brought Studio 54 vibes to the TikTok era.
- Audio Labs: Let podcast enthusiasts dive deep into spatial sound setups.
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Kodak Experience Room: Hosted a Super 8 Workshop featuring Ed Lachman, ASC, that transported filmmakers back to the golden age of cinema.
Specialized Photography & Video Production Zones
- Macro and Sports Photography zones: Offered the perfect dichotomy—you could go incredibly close or blazingly fast, depending on your mood.
- The Studio Experience: Showcased cutting-edge tools and production workflows for real-time storytelling.
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Video Camera Shoot-Out: Created some friendly competition that had everyone picking sides and debating camera specs long after the winners were announced.
Indipro Power Solutions: Our BILD Expo 2025 Showstoppers
Now let's talk about the real reason this recap exists — Indipro had some seriously exciting filmmaking equipment to show off at our booth, and people definitely noticed. We debuted our brand-new Battery Power System for the DJI Ronin 4D, and yes, the gimbal rig of your dreams now has a power solution worthy of its brilliance.
Professional Camera Battery Solutions Showcased
Our booth became a hub of activity as we showcased our complete professional camera battery lineup:
- Micro Series Batteries: Proved that ultra-portable doesn't mean compromising on toughness.
- Kratos Series: Demonstrated what all-day, all-night power really looks like when you don't feel like swapping camera batteries mid-take.
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DJI Ronin 4D Battery System: Our newest filmmaking accessory that had everyone talking.
Visitors got hands-on time with all our video production equipment, including some stabilizer systems courtesy of our friends at NB Stabilizer. The response was overwhelmingly positive, with filmmakers, vloggers, and content creators repeatedly telling us the same thing: "Finally, someone gets what we need." We listened and we get it… because we are you.
Latest Camera Equipment & Filmmaking Gear at BILD 2025
Beyond our own booth, we couldn't resist making the rounds to check out what else was setting the photography and filmmaking industry on fire.
Standout Camera Equipment & Accessories:
If it clicks, flashes, powers up, or mounts to something else, it was probably at BILD Expo, making someone's day. |
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Photography & Filmmaking Community: Why BILD Expo MattersOne of the most beautiful aspects of BILD Expo 2025 was how it transcended the camera gear obsession to focus on what really matters—the people. From first-timers to seasoned pros, attendees came to learn, connect, and reignite their creative fire. You could witness friendships forming over photo walks, business cards flying during portfolio reviews, and gearheads bonding over camera battery specifications in the most heartwarming way possible. We even had the privilege of meeting folks who've used our professional camera batteries on indie shoots and wanted to share their appreciation, which absolutely made our day. These connections remind us why we do what we do. |
What's Next for Photography & FilmmakingBILD Expo 2025 was a brilliant reminder that this photography and filmmaking industry is alive, evolving, and bursting with passion. Our heartfelt thanks go out to B&H for bringing everyone together once again and creating such an incredible photography trade show experience. And to every attendee who visited our booth, you made this event absolutely awesome. We left with tired feet, aching backs, memory cards full of inspiration, and big ideas for what's next. Mark your calendars now for the next BILD Expo because we'll be back—bigger, brighter, and possibly with even more ports! |
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