Category : Phase One | Capture Integration

AF Accuracy vs Speed for DF & DF+ Body

Posted on 2013/10/30 11:00 AM by Josh Booth

Background: How do Autofocus Systems Work? Autofocus systems work by detecting contrast in the image, and measuring how that contrast changes as the lens focuses in and out. When the contrast is high “enough” the autofocus system tells the body it’s ok to take the picture. Contrast means the difference between the brightest and darkest area of the image. This is why autofocus systems sometimes have problems trying to focus … Read More →

The definitive word on Phase One Batteries

Posted on 2013/10/04 9:00 AM by Dave Gallagher

Can you tell a major difference between the batteries in these two Phase One battery boxes below?What about the difference between these three batteries? The difference is subtle, but the effects are now significant. Battery capacity levels can change suddenly and without notice, and unless you know about it, you may completely miss that the change happened at all. Have you been a long-term user of Phase One digital backs? … Read More →

New Schneider 2x Teleconverter

Posted on 2013/09/04 7:00 AM by Rob Baker / No comments

2x Teleconverter | Phase One Mamiya Leaf

Phase One today announced the immediate availability of a new Schneider Kreuznach 2x teleconverter. The development of the lens is the result of close and ongoing collaboration between Schneider Kreuznach, Mamiya Leaf and Phase One. Compatible exclusively with the Schneider Kreuznach 240mm leaf shutter and 150mm leaf shutter lenses as well as the Mamiya/Phase One 150mm AF lens, this 2x teleconverter effectively doubles the focal length of these lenses to … Read More →

Phase One IQ260 – On Sports Illustrated Cover Once Again

Posted on 2013/08/28 2:30 PM by Rob Baker

Phase One IQ260 | Capture Integration | Jeffery Salter

Jeffrey Salter has shot 3 national covers with his Phase One IQ260 since he got it just 6 weeks ago. But this one is better…..he was asked to shoot for the inside spread of Sports Illustrated and shot it horizontally. However, they loved the shot so much that they cropped in and put it on the cover. What a great testament to the power of the Phase One IQ260. Check … Read More →

Phase One IQ2 + WiFi • In-Depth Explanation

Posted on 2013/08/23 5:30 PM by Josh Booth

One of the key features in Phase One’s recently-released IQ2 digital backs is the ability for the back to either join or create a WiFi network to wirelessly tether with the Capture Pilot app on an iOS device. There’s nothing like being in the middle of an open field (literally) and being able to render a 1:1 preview for focus check on your 9.7″ iPad screen while there isn’t a … Read More →

Jeffery Salter | 2 covers with the Phase One IQ260

Posted on 2013/08/08 12:00 PM by Rob Baker / No comments

In the limited time that the Phase One IQ260 has been available, Miami photographer Jeffery Salter has already produced two cover shoots with the new digital back. So far, he’s thrilled with the final results. Here’s a quick recap on his recent shoots: About Jeffrey Salter www.jefferysalter.com Photographer Jeffery Salter captures poignancy in the familiar and commonness in the extraordinary. From housewives in Uganda, to world-renown celebrities, he has dedicated … Read More →

Phase One Warranties Explained

Posted on 2013/08/01 11:53 AM by Josh Booth

For the most up to date warranty information please call 877-217-9170 Explanation of Warranties | What Comes in the Box Explanation of Warranties 1 Year Classic Warranty Explained VALUE ADDED WARRANTY & SERVICES IQ3 BACKS XF BODY LEAF SHUTTER LENSES FOCAL PLANE LENSES WARRANTY PERIOD 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 3 Years FREE REPAIR OF MANUFACTURING DEFECTS Yes Yes Yes Yes SHUTTER ACTUATIONS COVERED Unlimited 100,000 100,000 Unlimited PRODUCT DEFECT … Read More →

A Weekend with the Phase One IQ260

Posted on 2013/07/10 10:09 PM by Steve Hendrix

I am in a bit of a luxurious position when it comes to camera equipment. I personally own a Canon 6D camera and an assortment of lenses, though I don’t own any medium format equipment personally. But I don’t really have to, since on any given day, I have 40-50 different digital backs, ranging from vintage to the very latest, in our inventory to shoot with on a variety of … Read More →

Phase One 75-150mm Test | LS vs. Non LS

Posted on 2013/06/21 4:00 PM by Louis Novak

Test Conditions Phase One DF Body Phase One P65+ digital back Cambo Copy Stand Profoto Acute Strobes Capture One 7.1.1 Capture Engine: Capture One 7 Both lenses used the same camera body and digital back Lenses were locked down to prevent drifting Both lenses are compared at f/11 at 1/125 sec LCC’s were applied to each image to even out lighting on the Cambo Copy Stand Default Sharpening Setting (no … Read More →

IQ260 + Mamiya MF 120mm Macro Sharpness

Posted on 2013/06/19 4:57 PM by Josh Booth

This past weekend, I got an opportunity to take a Phase One IQ260 and the Mamiya MF 120mm Macro lens. I got up nice & early to shoot a early morning sunrise photo of the Atlanta skyline, and decided at the last minute to switch to this lens. While I did not have a very interesting sky that morning, I am blown away by the sharpness of the resulting images. … Read More →