Saturday, January 23, 2016

CaptureFix Pro for Pentax 645z

Since introducing CaptureFix for the Pentax 645z in 2014, my tool is being used by professionals around the world to get 645Z DNG files into CaptureOne. While Lightroom offers the ability to process files without change, it has a far less sophisticated RAW processing engine, and is overall much slower when handling files. Quite frankly, there is no comparison, so if you are used to working with CaptureOne, or if you want to make sure to get the best skin tones and overall control over your images, there really isn’t any other solution out there. This is where CaptureFix comes in: it enables seamless hot folder tethering or batch import. I am happy to announce CaptureFix Pro, which improves on the older version by adding streamlined settings, faster processing, and the ability to store previously selected paths for its input and output folders. The idea behind this is that once configured, all you have to do is click start and have your files processed.


If you have already subscribed to my newsletter recently, and have been receiving updates vial email, there is nothing you have to do in order to be able to get invited to the pro version. You will automatically receive an email with detailed information on what’s new, and how to download.


If you have not yet signed up, please do so and get the latest version of CaptureFix for free, as well as tips on how to get the most out of your camera. You will be automatically sent an email with details about CaptureFix Pro, and if you continue to remain subscribed, will receive free valuable tips about CaptureOne usage, and future update information.



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CaptureFix Pro for Pentax 645z

Tuesday, January 12, 2016

The MTL-900 PRO Lightsaber

MTL-900 PRO


It might look like a Lightsaber (not really), but it certainly is a great LED light with many uses for Still and Motion Photography. I take a look at PERGEAR MTL-900 PRO and its functions on the video below:


httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNtG-F_byc4


I like how the light uses LED bulbs only on one side, enabling one to feather and direct the output. I also think that being able to remotely control the output can be useful, although as this uses infrared I found it to be difficult to use, particularly if the light is obstructed or the environment is generally well lit (outdoors for example). The digital intensity control works well, and enables gradual enough adjustments, although it would have been even better if the LED bank could be controlled by rows or columns, which would obviously allow for even more gradual adjustments, and control of direction.


If you have ever used the Icelight before (especially the first version), you will appreciate the ability to use exchangeable batteries on the MTL-900 PRO. Not only can you charge one battery while using the other (two batteries and one charger are included), but you can also power the light with the included AC-adapter, giving you even more ways to continuously use it almost anywhere.


For less than $150, this is an amazingly versatile tool that will help you to fill-in shadows, add effects, mimic practical light, and even serve as a key light. You can order yours directly from www.linkdelight.com



The MTL-900 PRO Lightsaber