As this article starts out by asking “Whom is this article for?”, I myself like a bit of technology. But don’t be put off. This is not just a bunch of maths and engineering. It talks about the compromises and the hard work to create a digital back that can create excellent images at 1 hour exposure times.
If you are interesting at all in why the IQ260 was made and how it is different Click here and read on.
PhaseOne are introducing three new full-frame 645 format digital camera backs with high-speed wireless connectivity and 13 f-stops of dynamic range, plus new options to meet specific photographic needs.
Building on the IQ digital back platform, the first choice of many of the world’s leading photographers, the technical advances in the Phase One IQ280, IQ260 and IQ260 Achromatic go beyond delivering ultra-high megapixel resolution to introduce greater mobility and workflow flexibility for professional photographers.
IQ2 digital backs leverage cutting-edge technologies and deliver outstanding image quality. Whether you are into 80 megapixel captures, one hour long exposures or pure black and white imagery, there is an IQ2 for you.
Go big and get stunning image quality
IQ2 digital backs offer stunning image quality with up to 80 megapixel captures. At the heart of these digital backs sit the largest cutting-edge sensors in the market, more than 2.5 times larger than the sensors found in full-frame 35mm DSLR cameras.
With these sensors, the IQ2 digital backs are capable of reproducing the finest details in one shot, even in scenes with a wide dynamic range, from virtually pitch black to extreme highlights.
Touch control on high resolution display
It is easy to access the features of the IQ2 digital backs. You can swiftly navigate all menus either by using the simple 4-button navigation, the touch screen display or a combination of the two.
The backs large 3.2 inch display makes it simple to access menus and features with the tip of your finger. The same intuitive controls can be used to browse, zoom and pan previews of captured images. Combined with the 1.15 megapixel high resolution display, checking image focus and detail is easy and precise.
Capture, wireless or wired
Image capture is a breeze with an IQ2 digital back. Whether you are shooting to a memory card, shooting tethered to a computer using USB3 or FireWire, these digital backs leverage cutting edge technology and are designed to give you a fast and continuous capture experience.
You can connect your iPad or iPhone wirelessly to an IQ2 digital back and enhance your capture process and productivity. When connected you can control image captures remotely and incoming or stored images can be reviewed and rated.
Built to last
IQ2 digital backs combine functional design with rugged build quality.
The backs are made of 100% aircraft grade aluminum and all electronic connectors and ports are protected with automatic retracting hatches or rubber covers to ensure they work continuously even in the toughest shooting environments.
Two images aligned in Photoshop, Cambo WS with 32mm Lens and Phase One IQ160 Back
ISO 100, f14, 5 second exposure.
Vodafone Building at the Viaduct Auckland
One of the features of the technical camera is the ability to shift in both the horizontal and vertical directions.
The shift in the vertical is used to maintain parallel lines in buildings when you cannot shoot from the mid point of the building. Difficult when it is several stories high.
But also you can shift horizontally to stitch a wide image. This is different to using a panorama head because the camera does not rotate and hence the view does not become distorted. When joining the images in Photoshop they are just aligned on top of each other and blended together.
This was shot with a 32mm Rodenstock lens on the Cambo Wide.
It is showing a very wide angle which I guess you might need to visit the site to see how this would have been difficult any other way.
A great way to start the year and get into the latest medium format technology.
Phase One are offering a free 645DF+ Camera and an 80mm LS lens with the purchase of an IQ160 or IQ180 Digital Back.
And then add a 5 year Value added Warranty on the back OR select a 2nd lens of your choice from the qualifying list of lens.
Both free of charge.
This offer is value until the end of February 2013 so contact us to arrange a demonstration or to place an order!
Watch the Image Quality Professor explain the new features for local adjustment in Capture One Version 7.
Also note that version 7.0.1 has been released on to the Phase One website for download.
The image quality changes in Capture One version 7 are worth the upgrade but there are other changes as well.
One big addition is the catalogue feature.
Learn about Catalogues and other features in the video tutorials.
We have available a few ex demonstration camera systems for sale. IQ180, IQ160 and IQ140 systems with 1 year manufacturers warranty. Plus an IQ160 system with 4 years “value added” warranty still remaining and a low shutter count. Each comes with a Back, 645DF body and an 80mm Schneider Lens.
Lease an IQ140 system for a low as $180+GST per week and shoot the highest quality available.
Contact Sean from Evoke to talk about what system is going work for you.
The ultimate raw converter just got even better!
Phase One are proud to introduce Capture One Pro 7 – your new digital assistant with the power to bring about an image quality revolution.
Capture One Pro 7 comes with a brand new processing engine, flexible, digital asset management, all the essential adjustment tools and fast, responsive performance in one customizable and integrated solution.
“You can really see a difference with the version 7 processing engine. Now I want to re-‐process everything from the past year. Capture One Pro 7 blows away version 6 and the competition.”
– Jamie Demarco, Professional Photographer
More than 100 new features in Capture One Pro 7 support you with infinite possibilities to organize, adjust, and showcase your work. Go with the professional solution to help you and your photography excel.
Learn more from our Distributor Web Site, Upgrades and new product available through Evoke.
Hands on and samples from the Phase One 28mm and 240mm LS lenses (by Drew Gardner)
I was fortunate enough to get some hands on and real world experience with the 28mm and 240mm LS lenses, the two latest pieces in the jigsaw puzzle from Phase One.
One that I knew I wanted and had been hoping they would make, the other a lens which I did not know I wanted until I used it.
In my forest series I have often used the quite brilliant 28mm F4.5 lens which is very sharp and remarkably little distortion. Importantly it gives full coverage of Phase One’s biggest sensors, which is not the case with Hasselblad’s offering, and played a small but significant part in my switch to Phase One a few years back …
