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06/24/2004 12:48:48 AM · #1 |
Phase One released a 22 MP Medium Format digital camera, you can buy it for the paltry sum of $29,990
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06/24/2004 12:50:37 AM · #2 |
What on earth would anyone need that for? I think I read that the cameras on the Mars rovers are only 12 MP (ONLY..LOL). Anything else is such a waste...make three or four or five other cameras out of that! ;o)
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06/24/2004 12:52:39 AM · #3 |
Eddy, do you have one or two of these? |
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06/24/2004 12:55:41 AM · #4 |
Originally posted by doctornick:
Phase One released a 22 MP Medium Format digital camera, you can buy it for the paltry sum of $29,990
Click Here |
... and that's just for the back. You still need the medium format camera to go with it.
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06/24/2004 12:58:41 AM · #5 |
Originally posted by laurielblack:
What on earth would anyone need that for? I think I read that the cameras on the Mars rovers are only 12 MP (ONLY..LOL). Anything else is such a waste...make three or four or five other cameras out of that! ;o) |
The Mars rovers in fact are 1 MP (1024x1024) cameras, but then that is not the point. The Mars cameras do a lot of stitching, something that is easy to do on mars where nothing is moving. |
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06/24/2004 12:59:03 AM · #6 |
Hoo Boy! I can just see it now.
Manipulating a file for a DPCPrint in PS... come back tomorrow and see what the result is. 12step program now means 12 days worth of adjustments, 1 adjustment per day. (for the non-NASA folks like us)
Hehehehee
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06/24/2004 01:00:55 AM · #7 |
Originally posted by scottwilson:
Originally posted by laurielblack:
What on earth would anyone need that for? I think I read that the cameras on the Mars rovers are only 12 MP (ONLY..LOL). Anything else is such a waste...make three or four or five other cameras out of that! ;o) |
The Mars rovers in fact are 1 MP (1024x1024) cameras, but then that is not the point. The Mars cameras do a lot of stitching, something that is easy to do on mars where nothing is moving. |
Thank you for your clarification...guess I read wrong!
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06/24/2004 01:17:12 AM · #8 |
These are usually used for high-end studio/product shots, although Stephen Johnson has taken one (and a laptop and giant hard drive) on a tour of the US National Parks.
The original "digital cameras" were all camera backs for 8x10 and 4x5 view cameras; I think the typical file size was about 140mb. Leaf is probably the most popular brand today ... |
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06/24/2004 01:18:16 AM · #9 |
Originally posted by BradP:
Hoo Boy! I can just see it now.
Manipulating a file for a DPCPrint in PS... come back tomorrow and see what the result is. 12step program now means 12 days worth of adjustments, 1 adjustment per day. (for the non-NASA folks like us) |
Wait until someone requests a DQ and you have to upload the original .... :( |
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06/24/2004 01:20:41 AM · #10 |
| they'll never try to DQ you again! :D |
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06/24/2004 01:52:23 AM · #11 |
| Jadin, just saw your web site.. very impressive photography! |
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06/24/2004 01:54:41 AM · #12 |
| So do you need a car battery to power it? |
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06/24/2004 02:32:59 AM · #13 |
Originally posted by garrywhite2:
Jadin, just saw your web site.. very impressive photography! |
Thanks! I'm working on re-organizing and such. Tons of new photos to add. :b |
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06/24/2004 08:23:56 AM · #14 |
I'm still working to get my hands on one of these. I'm wanting to do some larger prints, around the 40x60 range so more resolution and generally better image quality than you can get from 35mm format will really help. Though actaully a Leaf/ Mamiya system rather than the Phase One back.
Maybe some time this summer - I'll post some samples if you want the 132Mb download ;)
Message edited by author 2004-06-24 08:25:12.
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06/24/2004 11:02:29 AM · #15 |
10D replacement??? Get this 22MP baby! ;-) :D
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06/24/2004 11:31:55 AM · #16 |
Although it isn't even really in the same ball park (that is, we as photographers probably wouldn't find it useful) I thought this article on a 70 (you read that right) megapixel 360 degree camera was interesting.
I shudder to thik what cameras will look like in 20 years...
Clicky for the article... |
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06/24/2004 12:38:54 PM · #17 |
Originally posted by doctornick:
Phase One released a 22 MP Medium Format digital camera, you can buy it for the paltry sum of $29,990
Click Here |
WOW. Imagine the CAT Shots that would come out of that thing.
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06/24/2004 12:53:57 PM · #18 |
Just some insight to all on this setup. If you are wanting this kind of file size, go with the Leaf. Their portable solutions are definitely better than Phaseone's.
This set up is primarily based for a studio. I use the Phaseone Lightphase back(6mp, and now really out dated). This system can be very frustrating at times. You cannot just pick the camera and go. You need a storage device, whether a portible hard drive, laptop, or as in my case, a whole frigin' computer tower, keyboard, mouse, and monitor. You also need some sort of power supply to hook up to the digital back. The computers can supply power, in my case a plug in of some sort, if you rely on the laptop's battery you will drain it in a hurry, or you can use an external battery pack. A lot of equipment to lug around. None of it is very light. Then of course there is the price, but I will say that they do take great images. Sharp, crisp, and big.
Message edited by author 2004-06-24 12:55:46. |
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06/24/2004 01:02:12 PM · #19 |
Originally posted by G4Ds:
Just some insight to all on this setup. If you are wanting this kind of file size, go with the Leaf. Their portable solutions are definitely better than Phaseone's.
This set up is primarily based for a studio. I use the Phaseone Lightphase back(6mp, and now really out dated). This system can be very frustrating at times. You cannot just pick the camera and go. You need a storage device, whether a portible hard drive, laptop, or as in my case, a whole frigin' computer tower, keyboard, mouse, and monitor. You also need some sort of power supply to hook up to the digital back. The computers can supply power, in my case a plug in of some sort, if you rely on the laptop's battery you will drain it in a hurry, or you can use an external battery pack. A lot of equipment to lug around. None of it is very light. Then of course there is the price, but I will say that they do take great images. Sharp, crisp, and big. |
As you clearly stated its not a Camera you pack for oustide work unless you are doing big bucks projects:p
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06/24/2004 01:32:55 PM · #20 |
Originally posted by G4Ds:
Just some insight to all on this setup. If you are wanting this kind of file size, go with the Leaf. Their portable solutions are definitely better than Phaseone's.
This set up is primarily based for a studio. I use the Phaseone Lightphase back(6mp, and now really out dated). This system can be very frustrating at times. You cannot just pick the camera and go. You need a storage device, whether a portible hard drive, laptop, or as in my case, a whole frigin' computer tower, keyboard, mouse, and monitor. You also need some sort of power supply to hook up to the digital back. The computers can supply power, in my case a plug in of some sort, if you rely on the laptop's battery you will drain it in a hurry, or you can use an external battery pack. A lot of equipment to lug around. None of it is very light. Then of course there is the price, but I will say that they do take great images. Sharp, crisp, and big. |
Don't forget sinar and imacon digital backs. They both have been out over a year at 22mp... |
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06/24/2004 01:53:07 PM · #21 |
Originally posted by G4Ds:
Just some insight to all on this setup. If you are wanting this kind of file size, go with the Leaf. Their portable solutions are definitely better than Phaseone's.
This set up is primarily based for a studio. I use the Phaseone Lightphase back(6mp, and now really out dated). This system can be very frustrating at times. You cannot just pick the camera and go. You need a storage device, whether a portible hard drive, laptop, or as in my case, a whole frigin' computer tower, keyboard, mouse, and monitor. You also need some sort of power supply to hook up to the digital back. The computers can supply power, in my case a plug in of some sort, if you rely on the laptop's battery you will drain it in a hurry, or you can use an external battery pack. A lot of equipment to lug around. None of it is very light. Then of course there is the price, but I will say that they do take great images. Sharp, crisp, and big. |
G4Ds, actually the reason that Reichman is raving about this new PhaseOne digital back is that it is self contained and as portable as any medium format can be.
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06/24/2004 02:08:05 PM · #22 |
Guess I should of looked at the thread first! :)
Sorry it was just that the last time I looked at their 22mp back it was just like mine but with more resolution. Sorry to be so hasty.
Message edited by author 2004-06-24 14:09:54. |
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06/24/2004 02:13:39 PM · #23 |
| Another funny insite is that the back I have was almost $25,000.00 when it was brand new. Funny how much more you get now for the price. |
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