Phase One Camera System

8 May 2010 | By HUSVAR

Last week, Capture Integration let me test out a wonderful combination—the new Phase One 645DF with the P 65+, the world’s first full-frame medium-format digital back. We had the privilege of using it on one of our studio’s largest production shoots to date, and the images that we got with are incredible, to say the least. They provide an amazing level of detail and sharpness, far beyond even the most high-end DSLR systems that we normally use.

Phase One 645DF Medium-Format Camera

The shoot we had borrowed the camera for was originally scheduled for three days. But when the models for the first shoot were detained at the Canadian border, I was able to use the downtime to get a one-on-one technical workshop taught by Doug Peterson, Capture Integration’s Head of Technical Services in Miami. The new version of Capture One’s amazing software allows for such fine and consistent control of color management, details, calibrations, as well as the ability to gauge your depth of field in a quick and efficient manner. The interface is so smooth and quick that it is an absolute pleasure to be able to see well-calibrated and polished proofs just seconds after the shutter clicks. You can also use Capture One for tethering with Canon, Leaf, and Nikon cameras, which can help make the transition from Canon to Phase One feel like a very natural progression.

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