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13 September 2017
Phase One has released a free update for its XF Camera System featuring several focusing refinements, support for the Profoto remote trigger and two enhancements based on its vibration sensors. The update is available for any compatible Phase One digital back, including the IQ3 series.
The company also announced an optional hardware upgrade to the existing Honeybee Autofocus platform and its new Trichromatic Back today.
UPDATE HIGHLIGHTS
Phase One's XF Camera System Feature Update #3 introduces the following features:
Autofocus & Recompose: The Autofocus and Recompose mode lets you set focus on a subject and recompose the frame without losing focus.
Zoom to Focus: Zoom to Focus lets you verify the focus by providing a dynamic image preview option in the IQ Digital Back, automatically enlarging captured images on the point of focus.
Focus Trim Tool: This automated calibration tool provides a built-in analysis of the focus trim calibration conditions, paired with a dedicated focus chart.
Focus Nudge: Assign any dial on the XF to accurately step lens focus in minute degrees. Used together with Live View, this new feature provides precise focus control, particularly useful for macro photography.
Automatic Focus Stack Calculator: Complementing the existing Focus Stacking feature, this tool evaluates focus distances, sensor resolution and aperture before automatically suggesting the optimal number of frames that should be captured.
Profoto Remote Trigger: In addition to the existing wireless control of Profoto lights from the XF Camera System, you can now fire the XF Camera System using the Profoto Air Remote as a wireless remote trigger.
Vibration Analysis: This visual feedback feature shows you a display if any vibration occurred during the capture process.
Infinite Vibration Delay: An expansion of the built-in capability to wait for optimal conditions before firing the shutter, Infinite Vibration Delay now allows the camera to continue waiting indefinitely for calm, stable and vibration-free conditions.
Additional enhancements include control for visual displays with Capture Analysis Popup control as well as the ability to trigger the Electronic Shutter using an external shutter release and several other system improvements.
Download a chart of all the XF Camera System Feature Updates.
PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Feature Update #4 is now available for download free of charge for all XF Camera System owners at http://www.phaseone.com/Feature-Update-4.
The $890 Honeybee Autofocus Platform 2 hardware upgrade is also available immediately but you'll have to contact your local dealer to arrange the upgrade.
For more information see the news release below.
Introducing the Fourth Evolution of the Phase One XF Camera System
Committed to Advancing the Professional Photographer
COPENHAGEN -- Phase One has announced the fourth major feature update for its XF Camera System. Much-anticipated by existing customers, this update emphasizes autofocus control and precision, further enhancing the ever-evolving XF Camera System. This update provides optimized functionality for leading photographers.
With Feature Update #4, the XF Camera System continues to expand, retaining its position at the cutting-edge of digital imaging technology. Feature Update #4 has a distinct emphasis on focus control and accuracy, bringing new tools and flexible features to the XF Camera System and improving existing functionality based on customer feedback.
Feature Updates are free for all Phase One XF Camera System owners.
"The Phase One XF camera can be upgraded with firmware updates. Once you invest in the system, you don't need to change the camera for many years, yet it will keep improving. This is brilliant!" -- Vincent Lions, Commercial Photographer
More information on Feature Update #4 is available here: http://www.phaseone.com/Feature-Update-4
New Features
New features included in Feature Update #4 include:
Autofocus & Recompose
The Autofocus and Recompose mode enables the photographer to focus on a subject and recompose the frame while retaining the desired focus point.
Zoom to Focus
In connection with the new Autofocus and Recompose mode, Zoom to Focus allows photographers to verify the focus by providing a dynamic image preview option in the IQ Digital Back, automatically enlarging captured images to the point of focus.
Focus Trim Tool
This automated calibration tool provides a built-in analysis of the focus trim calibration conditions, paired with a dedicated focus chart, ensuring Auto Focus trimming is done with complete confidence.
Focus Nudge
Any dial on the XF can be assigned to accurately step lens focus to minute degrees. Used together with Live View, this new feature provides an incredible degree of precision for control.
Automatic Focus Stack Calculator
This tool complements the existing Focus Stacking feature by evaluating focusing distances, sensor resolution and aperture, then automatically suggesting the optimal number of frames that should be captured. This ensures superior image quality in the results.
Profoto Remote Trigger
In addition to the existing wireless control of Profoto lights from the XF Camera System, it has now been made possible to shoot the XF Camera System using the Profoto Air Remote as a wireless remote trigger.
Vibration Analysis
This visual feedback feature shows the user a display if any vibrations incurred during the capture process.
Infinite Vibration Delay
An expansion of the XF Camera System's built-in ability to wait for optimal conditions before releasing the shutter, Infinite Vibration Delay now allows the camera to continue waiting indefinitely in a state of hibernation for calm, stable and vibration-free conditions.
Additional features and improvements include control for visual displays with Capture Analysis Popup control as well as the ability to trigger the Electronic Shutter using an external shutter release and several other system improvements. For a complete list of system specifications, see http://www.phaseone.com/Feature-Update-4.
Optional Hardware Upgrade Available
Honeybee Autofocus Platform 2
An optional hardware upgrade to the existing Honeybee Autofocus Platform is now available. The HAP-2 refines autofocus in low-light and low-contrast conditions and provides a ready platform for future growth.
Availability and Pricing
Feature Update #4 is available immediately for download free of charge for all XF Camera System owners at http://www.phaseone.com/Feature-Update-4.
Honeybee Autofocus Platform 2 hardware upgrade is available immediately. Please contact your local dealer to arrange the upgrade. The upgrade cost is $890.
In addition, Phase One has released the unparalleled IQ3 100MP Trichromatic Digital Back today, which is available now through Phase One Partners: http://www.phaseone.com/partners. Please contact your local Phase One Partner to arrange a demo.
For more details, visit http://www.phaseone.com.