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$0.00 Summary: I have used a S3Pro & S3 for over three years in a high volume commercial studio. The back performs equally well whether teathered in the studio or on location. Image quality is superb compared to the 6MP DSLR cameras on the market due to the 6MP Philips (Dalsa) CCD that is used (same chip as Phase, Leaf, etc.) The software is what really shines. It offers many options and delivers files that are ready for press. If you need wide angle optics, look to the Horseman Digiflex or similar, otherwise I have used it with a Hasselblad and had good results.
The software can appear complex, but read the shooter's manual and you'll be up and going in no time. They offer tons of great information that will benefit your photography in general. Strengths: Software is solid and offers many options to a wide range of photographers.
The images are not overprocessed like some other manufacturers. If you want a "super processed" look, then you can create it in Photoshop. It's near impossible to un-do an over processed file.
Yes, it will moire - so will all the other similar backs. Learn how to fix it - the images are razor sharp rather than blurred by a low pass (anti-aliasing) filter. There are good tools to deal with color moire in the software.
Excellent color! (yes, you do have to read the manual and get the settings configured correctly)
All the heat (and thus noise) producing elements of the system are away from the back, removing the need to cool and use other workarounds.
No moving parts - nothing breaks or stops moving!
A private user's e-mail list that gives access to some of the top digital shooters out there. Fantastic resource.
Tech support is top notch, if you ever need it.
An upgradable back - MegaVision will upgrade your existing back to the new, higher resolution CCD. Weaknesses: Long exposures (greater than 1 or 2 seconds). Though I've seen few professional digital systems that produce great shots at long exposures.
Depending on your requirements, don't expect easy wide angle options from any of the medium format digital backs. Similar Products Used: Phase One - Lightphase, Leaf Cantare, Imacon 3020, Eyelike, Kodak DCS Pro, and a whole pile of DSLR cameras from Kodak, Nikon and Fuji. Customer Service: MegaVision is second to none. Tech support is always accessible and is staffed by very knowledgable photographers who understand what you're dealing with. How many companies are able to keep you going when you really need it? MegaVision has for us.
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