Phase One IQ3 100MP

Unrivaled medium format resolution and color depth

Phase One IQ3 100MP
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 18
Performance 14
Durability 17
Price 10
Usability 20
Brand Phase One
Model 70700

Key Features

SENSOR 100MP Full Frame Medium Format CMOS sensor (53.4 x 40.1mm)
PROCESSOR Phase One proprietary image processing engine
AUTOFOCUS Contrast-based AF via XF camera body integration
PHASE DETECTION N/A - relies on XF body focus systems
VIDEO Not supported for standard video recording
STABILIZATION None in digital back; lens-dependent
BURST RATE 0.7 frames per second
VIEWFINDER Depends on XF camera body prism/waist-level
DISPLAY 3.2-inch Retina touch display, 1.15m dots
CONNECTIVITY USB 3.0, FireWire 800, Wireless (Wi-Fi)
MEMORY CARD Single CF card slot (UDMA 7)
WEATHER SEALING Professional grade dust and moisture resistance
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 200 shots per charge (3400mAh)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Phase One IQ3 100MP

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present On XF body
Mode Dial ✓ Present On XF body
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present On XF body
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present On XF body
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Lens dependent
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited On XF body
AF-ON Button ✓ Present On XF body
Main Command Dial ✓ Present On XF body
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present On XF body
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present On XF body
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✗ Not Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✗ Not Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present On XF body

How-to Use Phase One IQ3 100MP

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Phase One IQ3 100MP Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Phase One IQ3 100MP

For over a decade, we have been teaching photography following a university standard. No one does it better than us. We have a selection of courses, diplomas, graduate and post-graduate programs, as well as some of our best-selling university press publications, to guide you in the best possible way for your camera. Enroll in the fundamentals and then move to the genres you want to master.

Technical Specification

Sensor CMOS Medium Format
Resolution 101 Megapixels
ISO Range 50-12800
Autofocus Contrast AF (XF Body)
Shutter Speed 60 min to 1/4000 sec
Burst Rate 0.7 fps
Video N/A
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Depends on XF body
LCD 3.2-inch Touchscreen
Memory Card CF Card
Connectivity USB 3.0, Wi-Fi
Battery Life 200 shots
Weight 685g (Digital Back only)
Dimensions 91 x 80 x 60 mm