User Guide Phase One 645DF Camera and IQ-series Digital Back User Guide: Phase One 645DF Camera and IQ Series Digital Back
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Contents 1.0 Introduction 8 1.1 Warranty 9 1.2 Installation and Activation of Software 9 1.3 Activation and Deactivation of Capture One 10 1.4 Screen Calibration 11 2.0 The 645DF Camera and IQ Digital Back System 12 2.1 Unpacking the 645DF and IQ Digital Back System 12 2.2 Value Added 13 2.3 Classic vs. Value Added 14 2.4 Charging the Batteries for the IQ Digital Back 15 2.5 Batteries for Camera 16 2.6 Sleep Mode 17 2.
7.1.2 Exposure Program 76 7.1.3 AF Area 76 7.1.4 Light Metering 76 7.1.5 Custom Function Set 77 7.1.6 Setup Custom A, B or C 77 7.1.7 EV Step 77 7.1.8 Lens Change 77 7.1.9 Sleep Timer 77 7.1.10 Battery Type 78 7.1.11 Bracketing 78 7.1.12 Front / Rear Dial 78 7.1.13 Rear Dial in P-mode 78 7.1.14 Dial Direction 78 7.1.15 AEL / AFL button 79 7.1.16 Release Button 79 7.1.17 AEL 79 7.1.
9.16 Custom Dial Modes C1, C2 or C3 115 9.17 Lenses and Multi Mount 116 9.18 Functions of the Phase One Lens 116 9.19 Function of the Phase One Lens Adaptor 116 9.20 List of Alternative Lenses 117 10.0 Maintenance 118 10.1 Changing the Focusing Screen 118 10.2 Battery Socket 119 10.3 Tripod/Electronic Shutter Release Contact 119 10.4 Camera Display Error-Notification 120 10.5 Lens Maintenance 121 10.6 Back Maintenance 121 10.
Flash Lead Connection 146 16.4 Cables Shipped with IQ back for Hasselblad H 146 17.0 IQ Back for Contax 645 147 17.1 Mounting the IQ Back on a Contax 645 147 17.2 Viewfinder Masking 148 17.2 More Details: Contax 645 149 Exposure Modes 149 ISO Settings 149 Double Exposure Protection 149 TTL flash 150 Image Orientation 150 17.4 Flash Lead Connection 150 17.
1.0 Introduction Thank you for choosing the Phase One 645DF camera and the IQ Series digital back solution. The Phase One 645DF and IQ Series digital is the most powerful digital camera solution whether you are working on location or tethered in a studio. The Phase One IQ180, IQ160 and IQ140 digital camera backs feature maximum resolutions of 80, 60.5 and 40 high-quality megapixels respectively. This series sets new standards for medium format camera system handling and performance.
1.1 Warranty Please read the enclosed warranty certificate. Should any problem occur, please contact your local dealer (place of purchase) to facilitate a repair. DO NOT try to repair the camera yourself. An unauthorized attempt to repair the camera will terminate the warranty. 1.2 Installation and Activation of Software An Internet connection is needed to install Capture One.
1.3 Activation An Internet connection is needed to activate and update Capture One. 1. Open the license activation dialogue box via the menu Capture One>License. 2. Enter your License code and personal details in the required fields. (You should have received an email with your Capture One license code or it will be in the original software packaging that you purchased). 3.
1.4 Screen Calibration Having a properly calibrated monitor is a critical factor when viewing images. Ensure that digital viewing conditions are as accurate as possible. A quality monitor and calibration tool should help guarantee that displayed images on a screen are precisely rendered. Once a monitor has been calibrated, the color and brightness controls should be locked to prevent inadvertent changes. Hardware-based monitor calibrators are now available at reasonable prices.
2.0 The 645DF Camera and IQ Digital Back System The Phase One Camera system is created to provide as much flexibility and openness as possible. For years Phase One has offered two different digital back or camera kit options; the Classic and Value Added. 2.1 Unpacking the 645DF and IQ Digital Back System The Phase One 645DF and IQ digital back system is delivered in a case created for the travelling photographer.
2.2 Value Added: The waterproof roller case will hold: • Phase One 645DF body • IQ Digital Back • Schneider Kreutznach 80mm LS f2.
Classic IQ Series digital back Value Added IQ Series digital back Waterproof roller case (with room for laptop up 17-inch) Two lens wraps 1 year warranty on IQ digital back, 5 year warranty on IQ digital backs body and lens Dual Battery Charger Dual Battery Charger 1 Battery 2 Battery Focusing screen or Viewfinder Focusing screen or Viewfinder Masks Masks depending on camera model depending on camera model 4.5m FireWire 800 cable 4.
2.4 Charging the Batteries for the IQ Digital Back Charge the batteries as soon as the camera system has been unpacked. The Value Added roller case is delivered with two 7.2 volt Lithium-Ion batteries and a duo-charger. Although only one battery can be used in the IQ back at a time, it is recommended to charge both batteries fully before you start. Always keep a battery in the IQ back even when shooting tethered to a computer via a FireWire or USB connection.
2.5 P M.U Batteries for Camera Set the shutter release mode selector lever to L (to turn the power off ). Use six AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries. NiCd or NiMH batteries should only be used in the camera body if CF04 is set on rechargeable. C S L 1. Lift the battery case lock lever, turn it counter clockwise and pull out the battery holder. 2. Insert fresh batteries with the + and - ends as shown in the illustration. 3.
2.6 Sleep Mode The camera’s power is switched on when the shutter release mode selector is set to S, C or M.UP. In order to prevent the camera’s batteries from discharging, sleep mode is automatically entered if no operations are performed for a specific period of time while the power is ON (with exposure metering status maintained). In sleep mode, operating the shutter button or a function setting button restores power ON status.
2.7 1. Remove the front body cap in the same way that you would remove a lens; push the lens release button [A] backward and then turn the front body cap or the lens itself counter clockwise and lift out. 20 22 11 4 4 Attach and Remove a Lens 11 22 ft m A 2. Align the white alignment dot of the lens [B] (on the shiny flange) with the camera’s white dot [C]. Mount the lens and rotate it clockwise until it clicks into place. MF F m 801m :28 A 0 22 11 4 5 20 4 22 ft m B C 3.
Attach a Leaf Shutter Lens Leaf shutter lenses are equipped with an internal shutter. Leaf shutter lenses are capable of high shutter speeds 1/800 sec. or 1/1600 on IQ Series backs with flash synchronization, which is particularly useful for fill-in flash photography in bright ambient shooting conditions. When a leaf shutter lens is attached and the leafshutter is used and the letters LS will appear in the main LCD screen. 2.
2.9 Attaching the IQ Back The IQ back is fully integrated with the camera body and functions as a part of the whole camera system. Ensure that the Phase One 645DF camera mirror is up and the shutter is open when no digital back is attached. When attaching the IQ back to the camera body the shutter will close and the mirror come down. A 3 1 2 B First remove the cover.
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2.11 The Displays The display on the camera body will provide you with a lot of valuable information. This includes many features and settings including, but not limited to shutter speed, aperture value, exposure program, exposure compensations and metering modes. mode set During actual use, only the relevant icons and indicators are displayed.
2.12 Display Abbreviations Display examples in the custom function mode Liquid Crystal Display Due to the limitations of the space and letters, words and letters on the LCD are abbreviated.
2.13 The Buttons on the Back Play ISO The IQ is equipped with four external buttons. The buttons will change function to match the menu shown on the sceen. Find out more on the IQ menus from page 75. 2.14 LED Lights IQ Series digital backs feature two main LEDs located below the bottom left corner of the screen. WB Menu The IQ Series Home screen Green: When capturing an image the green LED will blink rapidly to indicate that the IQ back is busy.
2.15 Setting Date And Time Date and time parameters are set and controlled via the IQ back’s Menu system. If the IQ back has been without power for a long period of time, it will automatically ask you to set the time and date on the next occasion it is powered up. Tap the screen and scroll through the numbers to attain the appropriate date and time. Tap the check mark, which will appear in the bottom right hand corner of the screen to confirm your entry.
Replacing the Diopter Correction Lens Notice: If there is dirt or dust on the lens surface, remove it with a blower or sweep it off gently with a lens brush 1. Press the Eyepiece Lock, which is located in a gap between the Eyepiece and the Diopter Correction lens. (Turn the camera upside down to gain easy access to it).
3.0 Basic Functions ISO and White Balance The IQ back’s Home Screen enables quick access to the ISO and WB settings by either pressing the adjacent buttons or by tapping the screen directly. Scroll up and down, then select the setting by tapping the screen next to the desired rating so that a green check mark appears. White Balance and ISO settings can also be controlled from Capture One if you are working tethered. 3.1 Setting ISO The default ISO setting is 50 for all IQ Series models.
3.3 Getting started: Setting the Shutter Release, Focus, Exposure and Metering modes P M.U C S 1. Set the Shutter Release mode selector lever to S (single-frame advance mode). There are two shutter release (drive) modes: S (single frame advance mode) and C (continuous advance mode). When set to L the power is turned off. L 2. Set the Focus mode selector lever to S (Single focus mode). There are three Focus modes: S (single focus mode), C (Continuous focus mode) and M (Manual focus mode).
X M CF Tv C3 P C1 Av P: Program AE - The aperture and shutter speed are determined automatically for the optimum exposure, according to the ambient light conditions. This auto mode is best suited for general photography or for novice photographers, as it leaves the user free to concentrate on framing and capturing the subject. Av: Aperture priority AE - Set the desired aperture and the camera selects the correct shutter speed. Use this mode to control depth of field.
CF M Tv Tv Av P C3 C1 C2 P C3 C1 Av X X M CF 3.4 C2 A B Average/spot auto exposure metering Measuring Light – Exposure Metering 1. Press button [A] to adjust the exposure metering mode. There are three different exposure metering mode options that are displayed sequentially when either the front or rear dial is turned. Select an appropriate exposure mode. Your chosen exposure metering mode is displayed as an icon on the camera’s LCD screen. 2.
3.5 Normal Half-press Release position Full-press Focus Modes To use the Auto Focus function, both the camera body and the lens have to be set to their respective Auto Focus modes. Auto Focus does not function when either the camera body or the lens are set to manual focus. To activate Auto Focus (AF), first select AF on the focusing selector ring on the lens. Next, adjust the Focus Mode Selector Lever to either S (single) or C (continuously) Auto focusing on the camera.
Single Focus Mode (S) This mode uses the focus-priority mechanism. The shutter can be released when the focus mark • in the viewfinder is illuminated. This mode is suited for still subjects. Focus is locked when the focus mark • is illuminated in the viewfinder’s LCD. The shutter cannot be released if the subject is not in focus (if the focus mark • does not illuminate).
Focus Areas X You can select the focus area that best suits the kind of pictures you intend to take. Push and hold the focus selection button [A] for at least one second; then turn the front or rear dial to select the appropriate focus area. The selected focus area can be seen on the main LCD panel. When the preferred focus mark is selected, press the SET [B] button or the focus point selector button [A] to exit the setting. M CF 3.
Manual Focusing using the Focus Mark (Focus confirmation method) Half-press the shutter release button and turn the lens focusing ring to focus on the subject. The focus mark is illuminated in the viewfinder’s LCD to signal that a picture is in focus. If is lit in the viewfinder’s LCD, the camera is focused on a point behind the object. If is lit, the camera is focused on a point in front of the object.
3.7 Using Focus Lock and Infrared Focusing Use the focus lock when the your intended focus point is not within the focus frame. In such cases where a subject is not located in the center of a frame, use the focus lock function to lock the focus before releasing the shutter. 1. Set the focus mode selector lever to S or C. Put the subject in the focus frame and half press the shutter release button. 2. Lock the Focus.
3.8 Drive Dial Single-Frame Mode One photograph is taken each time the shutter release button is pressed. P M.U C S Set the shutter release mode selector to S. L Continuous Mode Photographs are exposed as long as the shutter release button is pressed. .UP M Set the shutter release mode selector lever to C. Photographs are taken continuously at a rate depending on the buffer speed of the digital back mounted on the camera.
3.9 NOTICE: (P) Program AE C3 C2 Increment of the aperture and shutter speed can be set at either 1/3 or 1/2-stop. Av P When the Program line is shifted, the aperture value changes along with the shutter speed to maintain the proper exposure. Tv C1 If the shutter speed and aperture values blink on the main LCD and in the viewfinder display when the program line is shifted, the proper exposure cannot be achieved. Please select a different Program mode.
Aperture Priority AE (Av) CF A X M Av Tv Set the desired aperture, and the camera selects the optimum shutter speed accordingly. Use the Av mode to maintain specific control over depth of field, P The shutter speed value will blink when the subject is too dark or too bright for a correct exposure. To obtain the correct aperture, adjust the aperture value until the shutter speed value stops blinking and remains lit. C1 C2 C3 NOTICE: 1.
Manual Mode (M) NOTICE: C3 C2 A CF X C1 P M Tv Av When the exposure is compensated in the Manual mode, the difference between the metered value and the compensated value will be displayed on the viewfinder LCD. In the B (Bulb) mode, the difference with the metered value is not displayed. This mode is used to set both the aperture and shutter speed for total exposure control. Varying shutter speeds can be selected, including “bulb”, “tIME” and manually from 60 mins to 1/4000 sec.
One-push Shift Function A B NOTICE: C3 C2 While the difference[B] between the set value[A] and the metered value is displayed on the viewfinder LCD, press the AEL button[C] for approximately one second. The camera changes the shutter speed to an appropriate level. CF X C1 P M Tv Av The aperture level can be selected for the parameter to shift. When the difference between the set value and metered value is displayed on the viewfinder LCD in the Manual “M” mode, press the AEL button for approx.
Exposure Mode Lens Mode Shutter speed 1/4000-1/800 Program Tv Av Manual X(*) 1/800-1S X-Sync 1S - 30S+ 1/4000 - 1/800 1/800 - 1S 1s - 30S+ Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS — Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 - 1S — Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS — Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 - 1S FS Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS — Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 - 1S — Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS — Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 - 1S FS Auto FS LS FS — LS FS Leaf Shutter — 1/1
3.10 Flash Photography The Phase One 645DF is equipped with a horizontal focal-plane metal shutter and it is also compatible with leaf shutter lenses. The focal-plane shutter provides higher shutter speeds than that of leaf (central) shutter lenses. Focal-plane shutters allow you to shoot fast enough to freeze moving subject matter. Leaf shutter lenses will allow faster shutter synchronization to flash, making it ideal to freeze subject movement when using strobe lighting.
Metz 3952 functions Charging completed indicator in viewfinder When charging of the flash is completed, a charging completed flash icon will illuminate in the viewfinders display panel Automatic setting of flash synchronizing speed When exposure mode is set at “AV”or “P”, the shutter speed will be automatically set to 1/60 to 1/125 sec. when charging of the flash is completed. When exposure mode is at “TV” or “M” and the shutter speed is faster than 1/125 sec.
Exposure mode P Program AE Av Aperture priority AE Tv Shutter priority AE M Manual mode X Synchro mode Shutter speed Aperture Automatically set by camera to 1/60 sec. when the metered shutter speed is 1/60 or slower, and 1/125 when it is 1/125 sec. or faster. Automatically set by camera Any aperture Automatically set by camera to 1/125 when the set shutter speed is 1/125 sec. or faster. Automatically set by camera 1/125 sec.
3.11 X CF By combining a Metz flash and the SCA3952 adapter, the camera adjusts for flash. It can be adjusted within ±3EV in increments of 1/3 steps. Tv C3 C2 X CF 1. Turn on the Power Install the SCA3952 adapter on the Metz flash, and attach it to the camera. Lock the flash in place using the locking knob on the flash shoe. Turn the shutter release mode selector lever to the S or C position, and turn ON the flash power switch. 2.
Flash Photography with Electronic Flash Models other than Metz units 1. To use a grip type flashgun or a strobe with other electric contacts than X contact, connect the sync cord to the camera’s sync terminal. (See note below about flashes designed exclusively for other makers’ cameras.) 2. While pressing the unlock button, turn the exposure mode setting dial and set it to X (1/125 sec.) or M (manual). When M (manual) is selected, turn the front dial and set the shutter speed 1/60 to 1/125 sec. or slower.
4.0 Introduction to the IQ Series Digital Back System Overview The Phase One IQ Series Digital Back is designed to fit on the Phase One 645DF as well as several other brands or models of medium format cameras. The Phase One IQ Series include three different models; the IQ180, IQ160 and the IQ140 that feature maximum resolutions of 80, 60.5 and 40 high quality megapixels respectively. (The IQ140 has a slightly smaller sensor than the other two models that produces a lens multiplication factor of 1.3).
1. 4.1 4. Quick Start (shooting untethered) 1. Connect IQ digital back to the camera and install the focusing screen if applicable. 2. Charge the batteries (See page 16). Insert batteries into the camera. 3. Insert a CompactFlash card into the IQ Back. 4. 4. Switch on the power to the back and camera and select a drive mode. 2. 5. Choose an exposure mode. 6. Select a focus mode on the camera body and lens if applicable. 7. Set the date and time. (See page 25). 2. 5. 8.
4.2 General Hardware Setup Powering up the IQ back After an IQ back is connected to a camera body, insert a battery or a FireWire 800 cable and it will automatically turn on. The back is switched on/off by pressing the power button located below the IQ back display. ISO Settings The IQ180 back has a default ISO spectrum from ISO 35-800. The IQ160 and IQ140 have a default ISO spectrum from ISO 50-800.
4.3 Indicator Lights IQ Series digital backs feature two main red and green LEDs located below the bottom left corner of the screen. When the IQ back is activated, the green and red LEDs will flash shortly and a beep will sound to indicate that it is ready to capture. In general, if the LEDs are not illuminated the camera is ready. A red indicates that the IQ back is writing to the storage media, and therefore the buffer has not been emptied.
4.5 Tethered and Untethered Operations Untethered: An IQ Series back can be operated as a fully portable battery powered unit. Image files are shot and transferred to a CompactFlash card which is inserted in the CF-card slot on the left side of the camera back. Tethered: Remember to always keep a battery in the IQ back even when shooting tethered to a computer via a FireWire connection.
The display on an IQ Series back can be either be turned off while shooting tethered or set to display the images while they are shot, just as if shooting untethered. An IQ back will default to its untethered mode when the FireWire 800 cable is removed in its Auto Storage setting. Captured image files will be stored on a CompactFlash card, and the unit’s battery will provide power. (The IQ back can be forced to shoot to either CompactFlash or via a FireWire 800 cable to a computer.
4.6 CompactFlash Card Usage It is important to follow a few simple guidelines to help avoid loss of data when working with CompactFlash cards, card readers and digital cameras. Phase One recommends that you test-drive all new CompactFlash cards including the one that comes with your IQ back. By performing an initial test to verify that the capture files are stored properly on the card and can be accessed on a computer you will avoid unpleasant surprises on location or when you return from a job.
4.7 Secure Storage System (3S) You can always be sure that your data is safe when working with memory cards in a Phase One IQ back. The Phase One Secure Storage System (3S) provides the industry’s safest memory card handling. The 3S technology automatically checks your card’s file structure every time it is inserted into the IQ back. If the disk check function finds any errors, it will prevent usage of the card until these are corrected or the card is formatted.
4.8 Formatting your Memory Card Most CompactFlash cards are preformatted and ready for use in the IQ backs. However, Phase One recommends that all cards should be formatted in the IQ back to ensure their optimum performance. Memory card formatting is done in either FAT 16 or FAT 32 depending on card size. (IQ backs support CompactFlash cards formatted in both FAT 16 and FAT 32).
5.0 Navigating the IQ User Interface and Menu System Home Screen The IQ Home Screen is the first view users will see as soon as the back is switched on. This is the back’s default screen and the starting point in which to negotiate the menu system. It enables direct access to the Play mode to view captured images, the Menu to configure the IQ back’s setup and ISO sensitivity and White Balance (WB) settings.
5.1 Play ISO Menu Buttons The IQ back is equipped with four external buttons. The buttons will change function to match the menu shown on the display. The four external buttons are assigned to the Play, Menu, ISO and WB options when the IQ back is in its default Home Screen position. (See image left) Menu Exit WB Up The function of the four buttons changes once one of the Menu, ISO and WB options has been selected.
5.3 Touch Screen Operation All three IQ models incorporate a newly-designed 3.2 inch touch screen. The screen lets you zoom, pan and browse through images fast and it is easy to navigate between different menus and features. The IQ series backs are designed with invisible controls that are context sensitive and appear only when specific areas of the screen are touched. One example of this is the unique instant zoom function, which allows you to zoom just by using one finger.
5.4 ISO Push the top right button or tap ISO on the Home Screen. You will be presented with the back’s ISO spectrum. Scroll up and down and tap the screen to select the desired setting. A green check mark will appear next to your chosen setting and you will automatically return to the Home Screen. The IQ180 has a standard ISO range from 35 to 800. The IQ140 and IQ160 has a ISO range from 50-800.
5.5 White Balance Push the lower right button or tap WB on the Home Screen. You will be presented with the back’s White Balance settings. Scroll up and down and tap the screen to select the desired setting. A green check mark will appear next to your chosen setting and you will automatically return to the Home Screen. The default ISO setting is Auto that will calculate a White Balance based on the information in the image. Auto WB is appropriate for most applications.
5.6 Custom White Balance To create a new Custom White Balance, first capture a reference White Balance image. (Try to use a gray card or neutral white surface). Next, select the Context menu and press the White Balance Picker icon. (Ensure that the image is in full screen view) Zoom in and pan to a desired part of the image and then tap on a white/ grey area to create a custom WB. A cross-hair icon will appear on the screen.
6.0 Play Mode Play mode is used to review captured images. Its touch screen interface makes it easy to delete, zoom, pan and browse through images quickly. Push the upper left (external) button or tap Play on the Home Screen to enter this mode. Long press the upper left (external) button to exit the Play mode at any time.
6.1 Play Mode Views There are three Play mode views: Full Screen, Tool View and Thumbnail View. Full Screen displays an image in its entirety. A Zoom Slider, Context menu too and zoom level percentage will automatically disappear after a few sections of inactivity. The default Tool View features five tools that include an Exposure Warning, a Focus Mask, an Exposure Histogram, an Alignment tool and File Info.
6.2 Play Mode: Context Menu Press the Context Menu button in the corner of each Play mode. All Context Menus feature three navigation buttons. Select one of the three bottom items (from left to right) to switch to an alternative view. The Full Screen Context Menu features a Delete/Rating, Exposure Warning, Custom White Balance Picker and Grid options. Press and hold these icons (with a white triangle in the corner) to further configure.
6.3 Info Bar 6.4 Play Mode Navigation The bottom of the screen features an Info Bar that displays a Power Indicator that shows the remaining battery capacity or a FireWire icon if the IQ is being used to shoot tethered via a FireWire 800 connection. The Power Indicator will start blinking when it runs low to warn users that the battery needs to be replaced before capturing any more images. Thumbnail and Tool View also display the current image number and the number of images captured on the media.
6.6 Delete and Rating Choose the top left button in the Context . A grey bar will appear at the bottom of the screen when reviewing in Full Screen or in the Tool View. Tap the dot in the grey bar to select a star rating from 1 to 5. Alternatively, swipe your finger along the bar to choose a star rating. Press the blank grey area on the left of the bar to deselect a star rating to 0 (zero). Ratings will be recognized in Capture One when they are imported from a memory card.
6.7 Delete in Thumbnail View Select the trash icon to Delete images in the Thumbnail View. A trash icon will appear in the Info Bar at the bottom of the screen. Tap each individual thumbnail that you want to delete. (A small red trash icon will appear in the top left corner of the thumbnail). Confirm that you want to delete the selected thumbnails but tapping the white trash icon at the bottom of the screen. Press the Context menu once the Delete option has been selected.
6.8 Grid Select the Context Menu and choose the (circled) icon to overlay a grid on captured images in Full Screen, Tool View and Play modes. Press the Grid icon in Context Menu again to deactivate the Grid. Long press the (circled) icon in Context Menu to configure the Grid. It is possible to select a different Grid Mode, Line Style and Color. The Grid Mode enables users to select one of six options that include a Golden Ratio, 3x3, Square 4x3, Center Cross, Rectangular and Fibonacci Spiral.
The Grid Mode provides numerous style combinations. The Rectangular option can be configured to display up to 10 horizontal and vertical lines. In this example (left) the Color has be changed to yellow and the Line Style is Dotted. The Golden Ratio grid helps photographers compose images within some classic proportions. This grid lines divide the screen into nine parts using two horizontal and vertical lines. Photographers can position important elements along these lines or at the intersections.
6.9 Tools Play mode features five Tools to aid the capture and the review of images. The Tools include a Exposure warning, a Focus Mask, a Exposure Histogram, a Alignment tool and File Info. Tap the screen to scroll vertically through the tool selection. Tap the screen on the Alignment tool and Histogram to make them appear full screen. Tap the screen on the Exposure Warning, Focus Mask and File Info to make them overlay captured images.
Alignment The Alignment tool helps keep the attached camera in a perfect horizontal or vertical position. Press the Alignment tool once to make it appear full screen. Tap the screen or press the upper left (external) button once to return to the Tool view. Long press Alignment tool to access a dialog box to alter the Tool’s settings. Users can choose to view an illustrative virtual horizon or swap to see numeric Roll and Pitch Values displayed in the Tool.
Exposure Warning The Exposure Warning tool highlights areas of a captured image that are overexposed. Tap the Exposure Warning tool once to display any burned out areas of an image with a (default red) color overlay. Tap the Exposure Warning tool again to remove this overlay from view. Long press the Exposure Warning to access a dialog box to alter the Tool’s settings. Users can choose to set the Exposure Warning to flash on the overlay and on the tool.
7.0 Menu The Menu can be accessed by either pressing the lower left exterior button or by tapping Menu directly on the Home Screen. The Menu can be navigated by using the touch screen functionality or by following the Enter, Exit, Up and Down arrows and pressing the corresponding buttons on the IQ back. Long press the upper left (external) button to exit the Menu mode at any time. This section will explain the function of each Menu option.
7.1 645 DF (Custom Functionality) (645 DF pages 76- 83. Click here to skip to next menu section) The IQ back enables users to set-up custom camera settings when it is used with a Phase One 645DF camera. Access the custom functionality via Menu > 645 DF. The 645 DF menu option is only present on Mamiya mount IQ backs. The 645 DF needs to need switched on to access this menu. Go to page 110 for more information about the 645DF custom functions. 7.1.
7.1.5 Custom Function Set Assign the letter A, B or C to the chosen exposure mode settings in the Custom Function Set menu. N.B. It is possible to see the selected Exposure modes settings from the Setup C1, 2, 3 menu without having to go into the next menu option. 7.1.6 Setup Custom A, B or C The Setup Custom menu enable users to adjust and select 19 camera parameters to attain a precise custom camera set-up. Select either A, B or C. 7.1.
7.1.10 Battery Type The Phase One 645DF can be powered by three different battery types. Select the battery type that you want displayed on the external LCD panel to ensure the remaining battery charge is correctly displayed. 7.1.11 Bracketing Select 3, 5 or 7 Exposures as the bracketing width for the auto bracketing setting. Bracketing has to be activated via the 645DF camera body controls. Go to page 100 to find out more on Bracketing. 7.1.
7.1.15 AEL / AFL button Interchange the operations of the front and rear AEL (Auto Exposure Lock) and AFL (Auto Focus Lock) buttons. Find out the location of these buttons on page 21. 7.1.16 Release Button Set the AE Lock and AF operations when the shutter release button is halfpressed. Select one of the following options: AF: Activate Auto Focus. AF & AE: Activate Auto Focus and Auto Exposure Lock. Only Release: Disable the half-press functionality. 7.1.17 AEL Assign the function of the AEL button.
7.1.18 AFL Set the function of the AF Lock button with one of the following options: While Pressed: Press the AFL to lock focus once. AF operation: This activates AF every time the AFL button is pressed. (It performs the same operation as half-pressing shutter button). Continuous: Locks AF until the AFL button is pressed again. 7.1.19 M-Mode AEL Assign the AEL button to automatically set an aperture or shutter value when using M (manual mode).
7.1.21 Flash Sync The Flash Sync (synchronization) can be altered to fire at the beginning (First Curtain) or the end (Second Curtain) of an exposure. The First Curtain mode is the default setting as it is the most commonly used. 7.1.22 Beep Choose when an audio beep is sounded from the Phase One 645DF camera body. Select one of the following options: On (AF): A beep is sounded when the Auto Focus is set. On: A beep is sounded when the Auto Focus is set or when any button is pressed on the 645DF camera.
7.1.24 Shutter in M/X This menu is applicable when a Phase One 645DF camera is used in either M or X exposure modes with a leaf shutter lens. Using the X (flash synchronization) mode limits the shutter speed range from 1/60th second to 1/125 second irrespective of the selected (Mixed, Leaf or Focal Plane) mode. Select Manual (M) mode and select one of the following options: Mixed: The leaf shutter range from 1 second to 1/1600th second are selected.
7.1.26 Active Custom Set Select the desired Custom Set for use. 7.1.27 Restore to Default Select Restore to Default to clear and reset all the current custom settings to the default. Warning! This cannot be undone once selected. 7.1.28 About System This menu screen displays the make and model of the camera and lens being used with the IQ back. Remember to check the camera firmware number against the latest version. Go to www.phaseone.
7.2 Format Card 7.3 Power Management Select Format Card to erase all data on a memory card. Memory card formatting is done in either FAT 16 or FAT 32 depending on card size. (IQ backs support CompactFlash cards formatted in both FAT 16 and FAT 32). The Power Management menu option has three criteria to help preserve battery life and help keep operating temperatures low when working in hot conditions. (See below and page 85 for more details).
Auto Power Down Auto Power Down determines the amount of time before the IQ back shuts down, when there is no activity. Choose 1 minute, 5 minutes, 30 minutes, 2 hours or deactivate this function by selecting Off. Press the Power button to switch on and restart the IQ back after it has shut down. 7.4 Check Disk 7.5 Storage Mode A disk check is performed on every memory card that is inserted into the IQ back.
7.6 File Format 7.7 Camera Mode An IQ back can save files in two different formats; IIQ Raw L and IIQ Raw S. IIQ stands for Intelligent Image Quality Raw. IIQ L is the default setting and it is a lossless capture format. IIQ S is a smaller file that is not a totally lossless format. The IIQ L is approximately 1/3 file size of a processed TIFF file. IIQ S is approximately 1/5 of a processed TIFF. There are two primary choices in the Camera Mode menu. Mamiya mount IQ backs have three choices.
7.10 Auto Preview Mode 7.11 Display The Auto Preview option can be switched On or Off. Select On to revert to a Play mode when shooting. Select Off to remain on the same display. The Display menu option has three options: Brightness, Display Off Time and Splash Screen. (See below and page 88 for more details). Brightness Set the brightness of the preview LCD screen to suit ambient viewing conditions. The default setting is 80% but in bright outdoor illumination this can be increased up to 100%.
Splash Screen Follow the preceeding steps to customize the splash screen on the IQ back. 1.Save the image file to a maximum 800 x 480 pixels resolution (landscape format). A smaller file will also be accepted and placed in the center of the screen. The space surrounding the splash screen image will be filled with black. 2. Save the file as a 24 bit BMP or 24 bit TIF format file. Name the file ‘Splash’ followed by the file extension. E.g. Splash.bmp or Splash.tif. 3. Transfer the Splash.bmp or Splash.
7.12 Ready Beep 7.13 Date And Time The IQ back will emit a small audio beep after every capture is taken. This Ready Beep signals that a capture has been completed, and that the IQ back is ready for next shot. The Ready Beep can set to either None, Single or Multi. The default setting is Single. Multi is ideal for use in noisy surroundings. None deactivates the audio Beep noise. Set the Date and Time to your local time zone. The default Date and Time is GMT+1.
7.15 Restore to Default Select Restore to Default to restore the IQ unit back to its default factory settings. Caution! All previous settings will be lost. 7.16 Firmware It is important to keep the IQ’s firmware up-to-date to ensure you get new features and remove any bugs or errors from previous firmware versions. 1. Download the latest firmware update from www.phaseone.com/ Downloads 2. Transfer the firmware (.fwr) file to a CompactFlash card and insert it into the IQ’s card slot.
Restore Firmware Select Restore Firmware to revert to the factory firmware version. (Camera settings are not affected). Dump Log Select Dump Log to transfer Log information to a CompactFlash card for analysis. 7.17 About The About menu displays technical information about the hardware and embedded firmware in the IQ back. This is especially useful if support is needed or if you want to check if Phase One is offering a newer firmware update.
8.0 IQ Digital Back Overview IQ180 Description IQ160 IQ140 World leading image quality The IQ160 digital back is with 80 megapixel full-frame the optimal solution for the resolution. Switch to Sensor+ demanding photographer, and get 20 megapixel full- offering 60.5 megapixel full- frame images as well as a faster frame captures and a new touch workflow and ISO sensitivity screen with a fast and intuitive up to 3200. Enjoy also the new, zoom, pan and browse function.
8.1 IQ180 Digital Back Specifications l 80 megapixel resolution for extreme detail level l 645 full-frame CCD l 20 megapixel Sensor+ resolution for higher light sensitivity and faster workflow l Extreme 12.5 f-stops dynamic range l 1.15 megapixel resolution 3.2” display with vibrant colors l Touch screen functionality to pan, browse and zoom up to 400% Inset image © Stefan Kapfer Imaging technology Operating conditions CCD Full frame CCD Temperature 0º to 40ºC (32º to 122ºF) Lens Factor 1.
8.2 IQ160 Digital Back Specifications l 60.5 megapixel resolution for extreme detail level l 645 full-frame CCD l 15 megapixel Sensor+ resolution for higher light sensitivity and faster workflow l Extreme 12.5 f-stops dynamic range l 1.15 megapixel resolution 3.2” display with vibrant colors l Touch screen functionality to pan, browse and zoom up to 400% Inset image © Eugeni Pons Imaging technology Operating conditions CCD Full frame CCD Temperature 0º to 40ºC (32º to 122ºF) Lens Factor 1.
8.3 IQ140 Digital Back Specifications l 40 megapixel resolution for extreme detail level l 10 megapixel Sensor+ resolution for higher light sensitivity and faster workflow l Extreme 12.5 f-stops dynamic range l 1.15 megapixel resolution 3.2” display with vibrant colors l Touch screen functionality to pan, browse and zoom up to 400% Inset image © Jens Honoré Imaging technology Operating conditions Lens Factor 1.
NOTICE: After taking pictures using the Exposure Compensation feature, be sure to return the exposure compensation dial to the 0 position. 9.0 Advanced 645 DF Camera Functions 9.1 Exposure Compensation In situations providing extreme high contrast, the resulting photograph may be under or overexposed. When this occurs, use the Exposure Compensation function. Exposure Compensation can also be used when you want to intentionally create overexposed or underexposed pictures. N.B.
X Tv Av AE Lock AE lock function is useful in a number of shooting scenarios but is particularly useful when capturing panoramic images where a consistent exposure is needed to seamlessly stick images together in post production. P C3 C1 C2 A M CF 9.2 The AEL button will lock the Auto-exposure value as the photo is being recomposed. NOTICE: [ ] in the viewfinder LCD blinks to indicate the exposure is locked, when you continue to take the next picture in the AE lock mode.
X M CF 9.3 Tv P C3 C1 Av Metered-Value Difference Indicator Keep pressing the AEL button [A] and the difference between the metered exposure value and the exposure of the new composition will be displayed on the viewfinder LCD. This function can be used to see if an object of very different brightness levels can be properly photographed.
9.4 NOTICE: X CF Auto Bracketing can be used when it is difficult to determine your exposure compensation value. This function automatically captures different exposure variations in succession. The bracketing margin can be selected as desired for shooting in Auto Bracketing mode.
Single-Frame Mode (S) AE Settings Under Auto-bracketing Mode Exposure Mode Setting P Program AE Shutter speed varies Av Aperture Priority AE Shutter speed varies Tv Shutter Priority AE Aperture varies M Manual Mode Shutter speed varies X X-sync mode No setting Press the shutter release button for each shot. The camera meters adequate exposure value for each shot and performs Auto Bracketing. The camera stays in the Auto Bracketing mode until you cancel the Auto Bracketing mode manually.
9.5 NOTICE: Auto bracketing exposures can be made when the auto bracketing mode is set before taking photos with mirror up. This function prevents mirror-caused vibrations which may blur an image when shutter speed is slow. A electromagnetic Cable Release RE401 (optional) is recommended to use with the mirror-up function. P M.
X M CF 9.6 Tv C3 P C1 Av Mirror Up Delay To change from the Self-timer to the Mirror Up setting, press the shutter button so the mirror goes into the upright position. Once the set time has expired the shutter will release, and the mirror will return to the lower position. Separately purchased electronic cable release RE401 can be used to eliminate camera shake. C2 When using autofocus the operational method is the same as 1 to 3 when using M.UP and autofocus.
9.7 NOTICE: Bulb Mode & Long Exposure To make an exposure longer than 30 seconds, adjust the shutter speed to “B” (bulb). In order to prevent camera shake, use the RE401 or RS402 electromagnetic shutter release and tripod. C3 C2 As the camera is electronically controlled even during exposures, it is recommended to replace batteries before bulb exposure. CF 1. Turn the exposure mode dial to M (manual mode). C1 P M Tv Av X 2.
9.9 NOTICE: The setting will be stored after one second. CF When the Electronic Dial Lock is On, all currently set values in Av (Aperture Priority AE), Tv (Shutter Priority AE) and M (Manual mode) cannot be adjusted with the front or rear dials. This prevents accidental change of shutter speed or aperture values. X C1 C2 C3 Dial lock can not be set when the exposure mode is P (program AE).
9.10 Self-Timer Mode The default setting for the Self-Timer mode to release the shutter is 10 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed. The self timer lamp flashes slowly for the first 7 seconds, and then flashes quickly for the last 3 seconds before the shutter is released. This function can be used to avoid camera shake, to take group photos or for self-portraiture. Notice: To release the self timer while it is operating, turn off the power (by setting the drive dial to L) 1.
9.11 Interval photography can used for a variety of shooting scenarios such as such as to capture cloud movement or a flower coming into bloom. Notice: Repeat turning (according to the number of times) will lead to a countdown appearing in the display. 1. Ensure the camera is firmly secured on a tripod. X 3. Turn the front dial to display interval mode as On. M CF 2. Press and Self-Timer button twice. Tv C3 Av P C1 C2 After setting the interval photography, turn the drive dial to “M.
9.12 Depth of Field Depth of field (D.O.F.) is defined as the zone of sharpness before and behind the plane of focus. It depends on distance to subject, focal length of lens, aperture setting and distance the lens is focused at. 1.5 4 1.2 5 1.5 2 7 ft m When the aperture is open (the subject depth is small) 22 11 4 4 11 22 In addition to visual observation via the depth of field preview button, the D.O.F. can be determined by using the depth of field scale on each lens.
9.13 Infrared Photography Infrared Photography is complicated when using digital backs, as the digital back is adjusted to match the viewable light perfectly. Use a dedicated digital back for infrared photography. The IQ back needs to be adjusted to work properly for infrared photography. DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME! – All corrections in this area must be done by Phase One to ensure precision.
C1 P 9.14 C2 Av C3 Custom Function CF X M The custom functions can store separate three different camera set-ups. When at C-00, chose 1 (A), 2 (B), or 3 (C) to store a specific set of user function selections for the group of custom settings from C-01 to C-19. Tv The C-00 is set to 0 which is the settings used for the default set. P C1 Setting Custom Functions 1. Turn on the power. Turn the shutter release mode lever to the S or C position. C2 Av C3 CF X M Tv 2.
9.15 Types of Custom Functions C-00 Custom functions profile [SEL] 0: None (default=0) 1: A 2: B 3: C When “0” has been selected and set, none of the custom items can be set. C-01 EV-Steps [StEP] This function is used to set the size of increments concerning the shutter speed, f-number and exposure compensation value. 0: 0.3 (1/3EV step: default setting) 1: 0.5 (1/2EV step) 2: 1.
release button is half-pressed. 0: AF operation (default setting) 1: AF & AE operation 2: Only shutter release timing. This allows you to have the flash fire at the beginning of the exposure or at the end of the exposure. 0: First (default setting) 1: Second C-11 AEL function lock/unlock mode [AEL] This function is used to set the method of operating the AEL button to lock AE. At the default setting, when the AEL button is pressed, AE is locked; pressing the button again releases the AE lock.
C-97 Support for Mamiya ZD backs This function should ONLY be activated when shooting on a Mamiya ZD back. 0: Default setting NO Mamiya ZD back on the camera body 1: Mamiya ZD back on camera body Liquid Crystal Display Due to the limitations of the space and letters, words and letters on the LCD are abbreviated. Display examples of the main LCD C-98 Lens firmware version The current firmware version can be checked. C-99 Body firmware version The current firmware version of the body can be checked.
Custom Functions overview No. Item Initial setting (0) 1 2 3 C-00 Custom Function User Last used User A User B User C C-01 Steps of aperture, shutter speed, Exposure compensation 0.3 1/3 EV step 0.5 1/2EV step 1.0 1 EV step C-02 Aperture setting after lens change Previous aperture value Maximum aperture setting Minimum aperture setting C-03 Time to sleep 15 sec 30 sec. 60 sec.
9.16 Custom Dial Modes C1, C2 or C3 Mode dial options C1, C2 and C3 can be used to store preferred settings. These settings can be changed instantly to suit the photographer's needs. Users can change the settings on the camera body or via an IQ back. Programmable settings are exposure mode, P (program AE), Av (aperture priority AE), Tv (shutter speed priority AE), X (synchro mode), M (manual mode), focus area and spot metering. X CF Tv C1 C2 C3 2 C2 3 2.
9.17 Lenses and Multi Mount When it comes to lenses, Phase One provides the widest range of possibilities to ensure photographers get the most creative freedom from their Phase One camera. This chapter looks at some possible lens systems. However, it is worth noting that there are even more applicable lenses available than presented in the upcoming pages. User can find more information from dedicated Phase One dealers on items such as mount-adaptors for example the Phase One MultiMount. N.B.
9.20 List of Alternative Lenses Recommended Digital lenses Producer Specs Limitations Adaptor/Mount notice Mamiya 28 f.4,5 AFD Mamiya 645AFD Sekor Mamiya 75-150 f.4,5 Mamiya 645AFD Sekor Mamiya 35 f.3,5 Mamiya 645AFD Mamiya 45 f.2,8 Mamiya 645AFD Mamiya 55 f.2,8 Mamiya 645AFD Mamiya 150 f.3,5 Mamiya 645AFD Mamiya 210 f.4,0 Mamiya 645AFD ULD Mamiya 300 f.4,5 Mamiya 645AFD APO Mamiya 55-110 f.4,5 Mamiya 645AFD Mamiya 105-210 f.
10.0 Maintenance NOTICE Since the Focusing Screen’s surfaces are soft and easily damaged, handle them carefully. Never touch the surface with bare fingers. Should dust settle on it, merely blow away by using a blower. If the Focusing Screen needs cleaning, send it to the nearest authorized Phase One service center. Do not attempt to clean the surface of the Focusing Screen, as it is very delicate. Do not touch and damage the mirror in any way.
10.2 Never leave batteries in the socket if the camera or back is not planned to be used for longer periods. Notice: Make sure to re-install the empty battery case into the body. The empty battery cassette must be inserted into the body. The batteries may generate heat if the external battery case is connected to the body while the batteries are loaded on the body. Battery Socket Keep contacts clean and dry at all times.
10.4 Camera Display Error-Notification When Any of These Displays Appear LCD display Causes and remedies Problems Remedies S End The camera caution mark will blink if the camera body detects an abnormality.
10.5 Lens Maintenance Never touch the inner optics of the lens with your fingers. Keep the inner optics perfectly clean with air, a lens brush or the dry cloth delivered with the lens. Do not touch the contacts. Keep the contacts clean with either a dry cloth or by using a fibreglass brush. Do not use any other tools on the lens. The lens is not waterproof. It should be immediately dried with a cloth if becomes wet. If it is exposed to salt, moisten a cloth, wring it and carefully clean. 10.
10.8 645DF Camera Body Specifications l Open platform for maximum choice and compatibility l Durable, proven platform for secure operation l Ergonomic handling and ease of use l Use Phase One digital lenses, Mamiya AF/AFD lenses or Hasselblad V lenses l Exposures from 1/4000s to 60 minutes l Flash synchronization up to 1/1600 sec. Shutter speed from 1/4000s to 60 minutes, extremely high flash synchronisation up to 1/1600 second to stop action with fast shutter speed or flash.
10.9 Phase One 645DF Housing Specification Camera type : lens reflex 6x4.5cm format, electronically controlled focal-plane shutter, TTL multiple mode AE, AF single Actual Image size: 56x41.5 mm Lens mount : Mamiya 645 AF Mount, compatible with M645 Mount (manual focus confirmation, focus aid, stopped-down exposure metering) Viewfinder : Fixed prism viewfinder magnification x0.71; built-in diopter adjustment (-2.5 to +0.
11.0 Software Capture One Pro is a professional RAW converter and image editing software. It contains all the essential tools and high-end performance in one package to enable you to capture, organize, edit, share and print images in a fast, flexible and efficient workflow. Please go to http://help.phaseone.com/en for further information regarding Capture One. (This online Users Guide can also be found under the Help menu on Windows and Mac).
12.0 End User Support Policy Phase One guarantee World Class Support and Service with every purchased product. Please check www.phaseone.com for the latest updated support policy. Worldwide Dealer Network At Phase One we think globally but act locally. Phase One’s products are sold through a World wide network of dedicated and competent local partners to make after-sales support convenient for you. Phase One’s local partners offer first line support to their customers.
12.1 Web Resources Phase One offer users a host of online resources including inspire, enthuse and inform. Find detailed information including User Guides and manuals about Capture One or our Digital Backs from www.phaseone.com Knowledge Base Phase One’s searchable Knowledge Base at http://support.phaseone.com provides detailed answers to many users questions. This ‘self-service’ site is free of charge and available to all Phase One owners.
User Guide: Appendix 13.0 Open Platform – Freedom of Choice Phase One’s Open Platform policy delivers maximum choice and compatibility with a wide range of different camera platforms. This section covers the IQ back’s compatibility with the Hasselblad V and H series, Mamiya RZ67, Phase One 645, Mamiya 645, Contax 645 and View Camera solutions.
13.1 IQ Back and Phase One 645AF/DF and Mamiya 645 AFD The IQ back is fully integrated with the Phase One and Mamiya 645 camera series and functions as a part of the whole camera system. The IQ back communicates with the cameras through a fast internal electrical computer interface. Find out more about the Phase One DF camera and IQ back from page 12. 13.
13.3 More Details: Phase One and Mamiya 645 Series Cameras Power Management and Shutter Latency The IQ CCD is put to sleep to reduce power consumption when it is not in use. The IQ needs to wake up before shooting and the timing of this wake up signal is referred to as the Latency.
Exposure Mode Dial Mirror Up When using mirror up with the Drive Dial in the M.UP position ensure that the Exposure Mode Dial and the focus mode are both in Manual mode (M). It is not possible for the camera to measure light or focus when the mirror is up. Please consult the Mamiya 645 Instruction manual to learn how to use Mirror Up.
14.0 IQ Back for Mamiya RZ67 The IQ backs are compatible with the Mamiya RZ PRO II and PRO IID with the use of an adaptor plate. The 645DF version of an IQ back can be used on a Mamiya RZ PRO IID with a Mamiya RZ PRO IID adaptor plate. (Phase One Part # 70994) The Hasselblad V version of an IQ back can be used on the older version Mamiya RZ PRO II with a Mamiya RZ Pro II adaptor. (Phase One Part# 70964) N.B.
14.2 Viewfinder Masking The image area of Mamiya RZ67 at 56x69.5 mm is larger than the size of the three IQ model’s sensors so it is necessary to insert a viewfinder mask. There are two different masks available for the Mamiya RZ67 according to which IQ is being used. (The size IQ180 and IQ160 models CCD is 53.9x40.4 mm while the IQ140’s CCD measures 43.9x32.9mm). Please check page 155 for the relevant viewfinder mask. 1. 2. Insert a Viewfinder Mask 1. Remove the protection tape from the mask. 2.
14.3 More Details: Mamiya RZ67 Mode Selector The mode selector on the trigger button should be turned to the white dot when used with the IQ back. The selector should be set to the orange dot to avoid draining the small battery when the IQ back is attached to the body and not in use.
15.0 IQ Back for Hasselblad V Series The Phase One IQ back can be mounted on a wide range of Hasselblad cameras including Hasselblad 555 ELD, 553 ELX, 501 CM and 503 CW. 15.1 Mounting the IQ Back on a Hasselblad V Series Camera 1. Place the bottom of the IQ back in the locking mechanism. 2. Press the button at the top of the back with your thumb and lever the back into place. 3. Release the button to lock into position. N.B.
15.2 Mounting a Viewfinder Mask on a Hasselblad V Series Camera The image area of a Hasselblad V camera body at approx. 6x6cm is a different size to the three IQ model’s sensors so it is necessary to insert a viewfinder mask. There are two different masks available for Hasselblad V series cameras according to which IQ is being used. The size IQ180 and IQ160 models CCD is 53.9x40.4 mm while the IQ140’s CCD measures 43.9x32.9mm. Please check page 155 for the relevant viewfinder mask. 1. 2.
15.3 More Details: Hasselblad V Series Sync Cable A sync cable is always connected from the lens to the small connector in the front plate on either the left or right side of the IQ back regardless of which Hasselblad V type camera used. Flash Lead Connection A flash cable is always connected to the F-connector on the IQ back with all Hasselblad V series cameras. Mirror Up and Shutter Latency Setting Set the Latency to Zero when shooting with a Hasselblad V, 903 CW and 905 CW.
15.4 Hasselblad 555 ELD Ensure that the shutter release on the front of the Hasselblad 555 ELD is in the DIG position when using a Phase One IQ back. If for any reason you have to use the 555ELD in Film position (E.g. If the DIG is not working) then set the IQ to Zero Latency. Shutter Latency Setting The IQ back can be used with both Normal and Zero latency with the Hasselblad 555 ELD. An IQ back has a default Normal latency setting that helps to save battery life.
15.5 Hasselblad 553 ELX When using the IQ back on some Hasselblad motorized bodies (i.e. Hasselblad ELX or Hasselblad ELM series), a motor cable is supplied to enable users to fire the camera shutter from a computer using the Capture One Pro Capture button. (See circled button left). Cable Connections The cable is connected between the multi-connector on the IQ back and the DIN connector on the Hasselblad. Ensure that A or AS mode are not used.
15.6 Hasselblad 501 CM and 503 CW without Winder The Phase One IQ back can also be used with mechanical Hasselblad cameras such as the 501 CM and 503 CW. These cameras are operated in single shot mode via the shutter release button or a standard cable release. WARNING! Please note that the Phase One IQ back should not be mounted while the camera is set to mirror up. Also ensure that the lens is not jammed or locked open on the “B” setting when connecting the flash sync cable to the Phase One IQ back.
15.8 Cables shipped with IQ back for Hasselblad V Classic and Value Added backs come with all the cables needed for the specific camera platform. A Value Added back also comes with an additional 50300143 cable for use with large format and technical cameras. Part# 50300145 Motor cable for Hasselblad ELX. (Used for host capture when the IQ back is used on a Hasselblad ELX body).
16.0 IQ Back for Hasselblad H Series The Phase One IQ (H-mount) digital back is designed specifically for Hasselblad H1 and H2 cameras. 16.1 Mounting the IQ back on the Hasselblad H1/H2 1. Ensure that the mirror is up and the shutter is open. (This is the default position when no cassette is attached to camera body). 2. Place the bottom of the IQ back in the locking mechanism. 3. Lever the back into place. 4.
16.2 Viewfinder Masking The image area of the Hasselblad H1/H2 cameras is 56x41.5 mm. A viewfinder mask is only needed for the smaller size of the IQ140 CCD that measures 44x33mm. Viewfinder masking is not necessary for IQ180 and IQ160 models as their light sensitive CCD measures 53.9x40.4 mm. Please check page 155 for the relevant viewfinder mask. 1. 2. Insert a Viewfinder Mask 1. Remove the protection tape from the mask. 2. Dismount the prism/waist-level finder and remove the focus screen. 3.
16.3 More Details: Hasselblad H Series Camera Display The Hasselblad H1/H2 incorporates a screen that displays information about the camera set-up. It shows the aperture value, AF mode, shutter speed etc. The Hasselblad H1/H2 will also display some IQ back information on this screen. For example, error messages including ”Digital back storage media is full” will be displayed on the screen if the CompactFlash card being used by IQ the back is full to capacity.
Viewfinder Information The viewfinder information bar is located below the image area within the viewfinder display. It displays the camera’s exposure mode and values etc. It also includes a counter with the number of captures remaining on the storage media. (See top bar circled left). ‘99’ is the maximum number displayed. ‘99’ will continue to be displayed if there are more than that remaining on a CompactFlash card. An ‘E’ indicates that the storage media is full.
Flash Lead Connection A flash cable is always connected to the Hasselblad H1/H2 camera body. The flash sync cable must not be connected to the camera back when used on a Hasselblad H1/H2. The flash sync connector on the IQ back is only intended for use with a Phase One FlexAdaptor or other large format adaptors. 16.4 Cables Shipped with IQ back for Hasselblad H No cables are required to use the IQ back with a Hasselblad H1/H2.
17.0 IQ Back for Contax 645 The Phase One IQ (Contax mount) digital back is designed specifically for the Contax 645 camera. The IQ back communicates with the Contax 645 through a fast internal electrical computer interface and utilizes TTL phase difference detection type auto focus system. 17.1 Mounting IQ Back on a Contax 645 1. Place the bottom of the IQ back in the locking mechanism. 2. Press the button at the top of the back with your thumb and lever the back into place. 3.
17.2 Viewfinder Masking The image area of the Contax 645 camera is 56x41.5 mm. A viewfinder mask is only needed for the smaller size of the IQ140 CCD that measures 44x33mm. Viewfinder masking is not necessary for IQ180 and IQ160 models as their light sensitive CCD measures 53.9x40.4 mm. Please check page 155 for the relevant viewfinder mask. 1. 2. Insert a Viewfinder Mask 1. Remove the protection tape from the mask. 2. Dismount the prism/waist-level finder and remove the focus screen. 3.
17.3 More Details: Contax 645 Exposure Modes The Contax 645 manual (M) and semi-auto exposure modes (Av, Tv) are fully supported by the IQ back. Please note that Bulb is only supported on Contax/ IQ back when used in conjunction with the Live View function. Go to Chapter 20 (from page 156) for more information about Live View. Please check the relevant Contax 645 manual for more information on exposure modes. Ensure that exposure times are limited between 1/4000 second and approx.
TTL flash Using TTL flash with the Contax 645 camera and IQ back will result in a 2 f-stop overexposure. When using TTL flash, the exposure compensation on the flash unit must therefore be set to –2 f-stops. This overexposure happens because the CCD element reflects light differently than film and this cannot be communicated to the Contax. Image Orientation The CCD in the IQ back is positioned in a landscape orientation. However, the IQ back has an internal sensor that detects when it has been rotated.
17.5 Cables Shipped with IQ back for the Contax 645 (Value added only) Part# 50300143 Multi-connector to Lens sync (for use with Large format - in two shot mode) Part# 50300144 This cable is available as a separate purchase only. From multi-connector to mini jack female (for use to adapt older Large format wake-up cables or older Kapture Group one shot adaptor cables to connect to the multiport).
18.0 IQ Back for View Cameras The Phase One IQ back is compatible with most technical view cameras and large format cameras via camera interface adaptors. The IQ back supports most mechanical shutters and some electronic shutters from Horseman, Schneider and other manufacturers. Phase One Sleeping Architecture The Phase One Sleeping Architecture has been developed to help produce noise free exposures without the use of active cooling of the CCD.
18.1 Using the 2-shot Release 18.2 Using the 1-shot Release The IQ back can be used with mechanical shutters that can be fired twice within four seconds. The first release of the shutter activates the digital back; the second release is for the exposure. If the time limit of four seconds is exceeded, the camera gives a warning ‘beep’ followed by a ‘two shoot error’ warning that will be displayed on the LCD screen.
18.3 Phase One FlexAdaptor The Phase One FlexAdaptor is available for use with most large format cameras. The Phase One FlexAdaptor can automatically stitch two or three images together using the Stitch function in Capture One. Please see the reference manual that comes with the FlexAdaptor for more details. 18.
19.0 List of Focusing Screens and Viewfinder Masks 19.1 Full Frame Focusing Screens or with Engraved Masking Part # 70756 Focusing Screen for Phase One 645 Camera (Standard Full Frame IQ180/IQ160) 70754 Focusing Screen IQ140 for Phase One 645 Camera 70757 Focusing Screen for Phase One 645 Camera SD402 (Checker Grid) 70758 Focusing Screen for Phase One 645 Camera SA402 (Microprism for non AF lenses) 19.
20.0 Live View The Live View function is intended for use when a camera is mounted on a tripod and the subject is stationary. Live View is ideal for use with technical view cameras in a studio environment or for architectural photography, where photographers would ordinarily have to rely on an external viewfinder or a separate focusing glass / sliding adaptor. The Live View function enables photographers to compose an image directly on the high resolution display of the IQ digital back.
20.1 Starting Live View 1. Live View is accessed from the Context Menu (circled left) in the lower right corner. The Context menu is always visible on the Home screen. Tap the lower right corner of the screen to reveal the icon if it is hidden in some of the Play mode displays. 2. Select the Live View (movie camera) icon from the context menu. (Circled left). 3. When Live View is activated ensure that a Live View white balance is applied.
20.2 White Balance 1. After selecting the White Balance Picker, tap the screen to select a neutral area to calibrate the Live View. 2. If a precise white point is difficult to achieve in full screen view, slide a finger on the left side of the screen to zoom into to a part of the image that you want to use as white reference. Exit the White Balance mode by deselecting the picker in the context menu. Alternatively, press and hold the upper left physical button on the IQ back to return to the Home screen.
20.4 Zoom Zoom into the live view by sliding a finger up in the left side of the screen. Double tap on the image to bring up a 100% view. If a zoom is already applied, double tap the screen to return to a full image view. 20.5 Grid 1. Go to the context menu and select the Grid icon (circled left) to apply a default grid. Press and hold the Grid icon to select one of a selection of other grid options to apply to the live view. 20.
20.7 Accessories Live View is easily overexposed in due to the high sensitivity of the IQ CCD sensor and its large size. It is sometimes necessary to take steps to prevent overexposure by either stopping down the aperture or by using a Neutral Density filters (ND filters ). ND filters are widely available, and it is even possible to get variable ND filters, that can prove invaluable when working in changeable outdoor ambient light. Recommended Suppliers Schneider Optics: http://www.schneideroptics.
20.8 Live View Camera Support The Phase One IQ back Live View function is supported on both medium and large format view cameras. Find out how to operate Live View from the following list of cameras: View Cameras 1. Open the lens and select the desired aperture value. 2. Activate Live View on the IQ back. Phase One 645AF/645DF 1. Activate Live View on the IQ back. 2. Adjust the exposure time dial until the camera display states ‘time’. 3. Press the camera shutter button. Hasselblad H1/ H2 1.
Hasselblad V 1. Activate Live View on the IQ back. 2. Select B (Bulb) mode. Mamiya RZ67 Pro II/Pro IID 1. Activate Live View on the IQ back. 2. Select B (Bulb) mode. N.B. It is only possible to change the aperture when the camera body is idle/not exposing. Please exit the Bulb mode to change aperture. Contax 645 1. Activate Live View on the IQ back. 2. Select B (Bulb) mode. 3. Select the desired aperture value. N.B. It is only possible to change the aperture when the camera body is idle/not exposing.
