14 DAY TRIAL // Phase One yesterday announced the next generation of their RAW workflow software, Capture One 4.
Capture One 4 is Phase One?s move into the next generation of RAW workflow software and although Phase One is not willing to reveal all details about Capture One 4 yet, they can promise that the new generation of Capture One RAW software will be focused on professional photographic requirements and will include the following:
1. Best in class image
Quality Enhanced RAW processing algorithms to ensure "best in class" image quality. Combine this with unmatched color management workflow including camera profiles tailored for every camera or RAW file supported in Capture One 4 and output profiles to meet professional photographic work requirements.
2. 300% speed increase
No less than a 300% performance increase to ensure fast image processing, instant preview generation and immediate response on adjustment and editing tools. The aim with Capture One 4 is to provide professional photographers with the fastest and most efficient RAW processing with the best output quality.
3. Redesigned user interface
Brand new and completely redesigned user interface which is more intuitive to work with ?out of the box? and at the same time can be tailored to meet individual requirements. Capture One 4 will be a true cross platform workflow with 100% tool consistency, identical feature set, as well as image settings and session sharing between Mac and Windows.
4. New tool and enhancements
New tools to further enhance flexibility such as image importer, undo/redo on all tools and full DNG support. All existing tools will be optimized for more intuitive use, additional functionality and better performance.
5. Frequent RAW file support and digital back enhancements
Time to market is essential for professional photographers. To meet this request, Phase One will make new updates, including new RAW files and/or tethered camera support, as well as Phase One digital back enhancements available at www.phaseone.com every 1-2 months.
6. Architecture designed future high resolution cameras
The architecture of Capture One 4 has been designed and optimized in terms of speed, tool performance and output quality to handle the next generations of high resolution digital cameras (50+ mega pixel).
Phase One welcomes all photographers and journalists for a Capture One 4 sneak peak at Photokina in Hall 4.1 G030/F031 or Hall 5.1 B022/C029.
Phase One will launch Capture One 4 LE in the beginning of 2007 and Capture One 4 PRO will launch at the end of quarter 2, 2007.