Hi!
Thx to DT I just got my first ever tech cam/mfdb setup.
Yes, its not a bargain setup by any stretch. (Arca Rm3Di / 40mm HR / IQ160).
The resolution wipes the floor silly with the D800E and even beats the 645D (mainly due to the lens but also the higher MP count). It is not a close call. I expected this but with so much bullcrud on the net about how there is not a huge diff between a D800E and a IQ180 one might have small doubts. Don't. (that is given equally good technique when making comparisons)
That said, what really impressed me the most is how well the screen and Live View of the IQ back helps in composing images. It all makes using a tech cam a joy. Without those features its trial and error. It really must be used to be appreciated. The focus mask also works very well.
For anyone going the tech cam route the IQ backs are a must IMHO. Yes, even the IQ140 is worthy. So if you can stretch your budget for an IQ back you wont be sorry.
Thx to DT I just got my first ever tech cam/mfdb setup.
Yes, its not a bargain setup by any stretch. (Arca Rm3Di / 40mm HR / IQ160).
The resolution wipes the floor silly with the D800E and even beats the 645D (mainly due to the lens but also the higher MP count). It is not a close call. I expected this but with so much bullcrud on the net about how there is not a huge diff between a D800E and a IQ180 one might have small doubts. Don't. (that is given equally good technique when making comparisons)
That said, what really impressed me the most is how well the screen and Live View of the IQ back helps in composing images. It all makes using a tech cam a joy. Without those features its trial and error. It really must be used to be appreciated. The focus mask also works very well.
For anyone going the tech cam route the IQ backs are a must IMHO. Yes, even the IQ140 is worthy. So if you can stretch your budget for an IQ back you wont be sorry.