User manual HASSELBLAD PHOCUS DATASHEET

[. . . ] Phocus makes use of its embedded digital lens models and calculates the optical corrections for every shot at the given distance and aperture setting. The result is clear: Phocus with DAC increases image resolution and delivers perfect images as the basis for optimal image rendering, and it's further processing. [. . . ] The shadow fill tool boosts dark areas by modifying the data to create lighter shadow areas while simultaneously controlling contrast to bring out details. The clarity tool basically enhances local contrast with the emphasis on the mid-tones. This provides "punch" to any image without disturbing the appearance of the highlights and shadows. Adjustment Browser This tool offers a unique overview of your adjustment variations as a listed history. You can save a set of modifications to embed the changes in the image file. This can then be used as a template for other images, saving time and effort by allowing global modifications with one click. What's more, the modifications are integrated within the raw files; there are no sidecar files to take care of. These tools and many more lay down the foundation for a professional level image editing environment. Although they are easy to use, they nevertheless ensure levels of accuracy and security that professionals demand. www. hasselblad. com SOFTWARE The ghost in the machine My Phocus ­ Layouts Working with layouts in Phocus is the foundation stone for an effective and fast workflow. Most assignments have requirements that are special and each of these can slow you down when it comes to workflow. That's why Phocus can be customized into what we call "My Phocus" ­ your personal version that you know is right and will work for you. With the `layout' concept we have formalized the way a complete monitor layout and it's associated views, tools layout, toolbar, and adjustments is compiled. This means that with one click you have a viewing environment you favor, a collection of tools you need for the job in hand and unwanted tools and functions out of the way. `My Phocus' also means being able to save your layouts and have them with you on location or with rented equipment. tools and processing abilities are always present and always accessible behind the scenes; it's just that you choose when and how they become part of the action. [. . . ] When working with the HTS 1. 5, all settings with regards to capture, angle, equipment etc. are stored as metadata directly in the image file for full function with Digital Lens Corrections (DAC). [. . . ]