Phase One 645 AF - Manual (Page 96)


10.0 Large format and technical cameras
Phase One’s status as open platform does not only mean the possibility
of fitting the back on different medium format cameras, but also large
format and Technical cameras.
10.1 Large format photography
You can do large format photography, digital captures with the Phase
One back.
As the light sensitive chip in the P-back is not (yet!) 4x5” or 8x10 you
have to use an adapter to move the back to capture the entire view, the
FlexAdapter is a sliding back used to connect a Phase One back to a
large format camera. A ground glass is provided for initial set-up that
slides over to position the digital back in the perfect orientation to the
focused area.
Markings are provided for the stitching function which allows two
captures to be taken, beside each other with a slight overlap. Capture
One software automatically stitches these together with the built in
stitch tool.
The design is simple and clever, using a standard lens board mounted
on the back of the adapter for specific large format systems. Currently
there are versions for Sinar, Cambo, Arca Swiss, Linhof and Toyo
systems. Large format cameras that use a lens board for mounting the
ground glass assembly can be custom adapted (custom adaptation
service not provided by Phase One). All Phase One camera solutions
from the P 21+ to the P 45+ can be used with the FlexAdapter and all
backs can provide stitched images.
Capture One PRO provides stitch function to put the captures together
in one large format file; this is still used in architectural photography.
- Please read the specific largeformat leaflets, and consult your local
dealer, you will be amazed of the possibilities.