A few days ago, Nikon issued a service advisory for a fault with the VR (Vibration Reduction) system built into the Z6 and Z7 cameras, and it got me thinking about how you would test the performance of the VR system (or really the image stabilisation system in any camera or lens, not just Nikon’s …
The third Beta of FoCal 2.9 is now available. This post is a brief explanation of key improvements/differences from the previous version. Overview Version Number: 2.9.5.5796 Channel: Beta Platforms: Windows and Mac Audience This release is available to all FoCal users (Plus, Pro and Commercial) who had an active Included Updates Period as at 1st …
We’ve had loads of great feedback from users of FoCal 2.9 Beta 1 which has been incredibly useful (huge thanks!). Most users reported big stability and speed improvements over FoCal 2.6 and are getting great results. There have been some issues reported and we’ve worked to resolve many of these in this new FoCal 2.9 …
After a huge development effort and an extensive alpha testing program, we’re absolutely delighted to announce FoCal 2.9 Beta 1 for public release to FoCal Pro/Commercial users! Wait… What about 2.7 and 2.8? There’s such a lot of changes under the skin that we’ve skipped 2.7 and 2.8 and gone straight to 2.9… This is …
The first Beta of FoCal 2.9 is now available. This post is a brief explanation of key improvements/differences from the previous version. There is a more descriptive explanation about this first Beta release available here. Overview Version Number: 2.9.3.5604 Channel: Beta Platforms: Windows and Mac Audience This release is available for FoCal Pro and Commercial …
One of the many features of Reikan FoCal is the Dust Analysis test, and we wanted to share a great example of the results you can get from a truly filthy Canon EOS-1D Mark III! Have a look at this… Each of those coloured circles is a detected dust spot! The size of the …
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’ll be aware of the release of Nikon’s first full-frame mirrorless cameras – the Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z7. Our Nikon Z7 arrived at FoCal HQ last Thursday in the form of the “24-70 + FTZ Kit”. The documentation isn’t available from Nikon yet to control the camera …
We’re delighted to announce Reikan FoCal 2.6 Mac MR1 which adds full macOS High Sierra Support with Canon Cameras is released today!
Since the introduction of the Nikon D3 way back in 2007, middle to high-end Nikon camera owners have been able to adjust the focus system of their camera to work better with each lens. Reikan FoCal takes the guesswork out of this adjustment by automating the process and using advanced computer analysis to determine the best adjustment …
Since the introduction of the Canon EOS 1D Mark III way back in 2007, middle to high-end camera owners have been able to adjust the focus system of their camera to work better with each lens. Reikan FoCal takes the guesswork out of this adjustment by automating the process and using advanced computer analysis …