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.

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CaptureFix Pro for Pentax 645z

Field of View Comparison between the 28-45mm f/4.5 and the 25mm f/4.0

Quick Comparison

Some of you are probably curious to find out whether the 28-45mm ED AW SR is able to replace the 25mm f/4.0 at 28mm. 3mm focal length reduction isn’t really a lot, especially if you consider that you gain a total of 20mm zoom range, making this a much more versatile wide to ultra-wide lens for the Pentax 645 system. Image quality wise (non scientific just by looking at the crops), the 28-45mm offers greater center sharpness (and resolution) at 28mm, whereas the 25mm seems to have a slight advantage as you go look further towards the edges of the frame. YMMV.

This is taken with the 25mm at f/9, 125th/sec.

This is taken with the 28-45 at f/9, 125th/sec.

Both images were shot from the same position on a tripod (SR disabled on the 28-45mm). To really get an idea what you will gain (or lose) when shooting with the 25mm or 28-45mm I decided to overlay both images. They are not a perfect fit (because of different distortions), but I am sure you get the idea.

 

Shake Reduction aside, both are heavy lenses, but I feel that at a similar price point, the 28-45mm ED AW SR is a more versatile choice, which also happens to offer better center sharpness. All images shot on a 645z.


Field of View Comparison between the 28-45mm f/4.5 and the 25mm f/4.0

First look at the PENTAX DA 645 28-45mm F/4.5 ED AW SR Lens

I am excited to share a first look at the brand new RICOH PENTAX DA 645 28-45mm f/4.5 ED AW SR Lens with you.

HD PENTAX DA 645 28-45mm F4.5 ED AW SR Lens Review

I only had the chance to spend a little time with the lens so far, but I can tell you that it is

• massive!


• super sharp


• fast (as in focusing speed)


• has nice bokeh (for a wide angle lens that is)


• optically stabilized (SR)


• has nano coating (reduces glare)


• has less distortion than the 25mm f/4


• accepts standard filters (82mm)


• well built


• weather sealed


• works really well with the 645Z


• has a great workable zoom-range for a wide-angle lens


• I actually prefer this over the 25mm f/4, because it is a much more versatile lens at a similar price point


• has virtually silent autofocus (in case you want to shoot video with it, this would matter)


• has a nice feel to it, and balances well

In case you wonder: this is not a walkaround lens by any means. While it handles really well, it requires some serious commitment when you shoot with it. If you shoot on a tripod, this won’t matter, but handheld is quite intense (as is with any heavy lens). As I said, I was only able to use the lens for a short period of time, and right before its official announcement, but I already took it out and shot some active lifestyle images with it.

I will have more images with detailed BTS from my next shoot, and a full review soon, but this is a strong contender for becoming my favorite lenses for the RICOH PENTAX 645 system.

Stay tuned

First look at the PENTAX DA 645 28-45mm F/4.5 ED AW SR Lens