Every once in a while we come across a
new accessory and software from other manufacturers that can greatly enhance the versatility
of Leica equipment. One such accessory
if the newly announced LensTRUE System
by JOBO. It promises an alternative to
adjustable cameras and offers technically perfect images without distortion and
vignetting.
Leica S2 with attached Jobo Lens TRUE
Unlike the equalization or erection
perspectively distorted image with the use of mechanical shifts or conventional image editing
software the LensTRUE system solves the problem by combining hardware and
software. The system consists of an electronic inclinometer, the LensTRUE meter for measuring and storing the angular position of the camera while
shooting, and special software with RAW converter to eliminate perspective
distortion.
The prerequisite for the use of LensTRUE is a sensor resolution of eight megapixels. However, the higher the sensor
resolution, the more the camera can be angled. The limit of the automatic correction
with LensTrue is 35 degrees. In practice, the inclinometer is mounted on a
tripod and connected to the camera. The inclinometer records the data of the
camera position in every shot. The LensTRUE Software writes the information
gained in the metadata of the image file and uses it for the perspective
correction. The image information is automatically corrected, however, the
correction by LensTRUE leads to a change of the image format. The LensTRUE system is priced at almost 1000 euros and will be presented by Jobo at
Photokina.
Link: www.jobo.com/
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This is really a great idea. It will make architectural photography a lot easier. I wonder if it will work vertically also?
ReplyDeleteYes it will. The JOBO website shows horizontal as well as vertical image examples. They also state that the unit can be hand held as well.
DeleteWill this attachment be available for other Leicas also?
ReplyDeleteI don't know for which Leicas it will be available. The picture in the article was just a mock-up, to show what it would look like on the Leica S. The first camera it will be available for is Canon with others to follow, according to JOBO.
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