Category : Phase One | Capture Integration

Phase One IQ1 and IQ2 Firmware Updates

Posted on 2013/06/17 7:00 AM by Rob Baker

Phase One IQ firmware | Capture Integration

New firmware versions will be released for both the IQ2 and IQ1 at the same time as the announcement of the Profoto capture and light integration. The IQ2 firmware highlights include improved performance and stability. The big news for the IQ1 firmware is that the new version adds support for the long awaited USB connectivity. This new firmware is also required for the IQ1 backs to function with the new Profoto … Read More →

Phase One IQ260 Achromatic In Action

Posted on 2013/06/13 2:35 PM by Louis Novak

The IQ260 Achromatic back, is the new all Monochrome digital back from Phase One. One thing that sets Capture Integration apart from the rest of our competitors is our no nonsense approach to determining the difference between actual quality or marketing fluff. It is very important that each team member uses each piece of equipment and learns how they perform and where they fail. So we were very excited to … Read More →

A Look In The Mirror Slap – Contax vs Hasselblad H

Posted on 2013/06/07 6:18 PM by Steve Hendrix

Forever I have read about the impact of mirror slap on the resulting image. That at slower shutter speeds, mirror slap can make some cameras unusable, the images soft. The Contax 645 AF has traditionally been thought of as the minimal mirror slap king for medium format 645 bodies. And indeed, when you shoot with a Contax the sound and feel of the mirror does live up to that description … Read More →

645DF+ Firmware 2.20 and Firmware Updater 3.2

Posted on 2013/04/12 8:46 AM by Rob Baker

Phase One has announced the first firmware update for the 645DF+ Firmware version 2.20 improves stability – especially related to autofocus and exposure, and specifically with the Schneider Kreuznach 240mm LS and the 75-150mm LS. Please read attached release note for more detailed information. This firmware corrects a number of issues with new lenses, flash communication, exposure and timing plus some general stability issues – Including: Lens/shutter Schneider Kreuznach 240mm LS now … Read More →

Introducing the new Phase One IQ260 & IQ280

Posted on 2013/03/04 7:00 AM by Rob Baker

Phase One Announces IQ260 & IQ280 We are excited to announce the newest generation of Digital Backs from Phase One, the all new IQ260 and IQ280. This is the first introductory announcement; stay posted for the full Capture Integration review. Our full landing pages will be updated very shortly – including full specs and details! Update: Check out our new IQ2 Landing Page! Models Phase One has announced three new digital back … Read More →

The first DF+ firmware is here! Service update 2.10.

Posted on 2013/02/01 12:33 PM by Josh Booth / No comments

Phase One has just given us access to the first service update for the DF+. The new firmware, titled 2.10, address the incompatibility of the Schneider 120mm TS Manual Focus lens. Currently the DF+ body will not recognize the 120mm lens and will produce a variety of errors not allowing you to shoot. 2.10 resolves this incompatibility and allows for normal shooting. If you are not using the 120mm TS then this update may be skipped … Read More →

Schneider LS Lens MTF Charts for Phase One & Mamiya

Posted on 2013/01/10 1:00 AM by Steve Hendrix

UPDATED! With 28mm LS, 150mm LS, & 240mm LS added below. We have just received the MTF chart information on the Schneider Leaf Shutter lenses for the Phase One DF+ and Mamiya DF+ camera systems. These lenses are compatible only with the Phase One DF/DF+ and Mamiya DF/DF+ camera systems. The MTF chart information so far covers the below lenses: Schneider 55mm f/2.8 Leaf Shutter Lens – Charts for … Read More →

Phase One 240mm LS f/4.5 is here!

Posted on 2012/12/21 4:33 PM by Josh Booth

This just in, the intimidatingly large Phase One Schneider 240mm LS f/4.5 has just arrived and is now available it both rental and for purchase. The 240mm is the longest telephoto lens made for Phase One, it’s focal length combined with near silent auto focusing makes it an ideal lens for Wildlife photography (or the occasional people watching). For comparison I have included weight of other similar popular lenses as well some side by side lens comparisons: … Read More →

645DF 1.55 Firmware now available!

Posted on 2012/12/21 10:32 AM by Josh Booth

Phase One this morning has just announced a new firmware update to the 645DF, 1.55. This will be the final planned firmware update for the 645DF that addresses many performance and stability issues, further firmware updates will be produced for the 645DF+ instead now. We will be testing this new firmware throughout the coming weeks and will report on any success or problems we run into. From Phase One: “Firmware version 1.55 … Read More →

The DF+ is here, let’s test it.

Posted on 2012/11/16 5:28 PM by Josh Booth / No comments

After much uncertainty as to when they would arrive, the first Phase One DF+ has been delivered to us here in Atlanta! The first thing we did? Test it of course! The DF+ introduces a few new features that will help to aid in your workflow and provide a smoother experience such as quicker and more precise Auto Focus and AF Fine Tuning. I took a look at the AF fine tuning feature … Read More →