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Phase One IQ1 100mp vs IQ3 100mp

Posted on by Doug Peterson
19
Sep

With the launch of the Phase One IQ1 100mp we expect the number one question will be “What’s the difference between a Phase One IQ1 100mp and a Phase One IQ3 100mp?”. This article explains that difference. But as a prelude, we might suggest our Phase One naming clarification article.

Analogy: Car Packages

Most cars are available with different packages which include valuable, but nonessential, features. For instance the BMW 7 Series can be purchased “standard” or upgraded with heated seat and steering wheel, heads up display, blind spot detection, and some limited self-driving capabilities. These are nice features which many drivers will benefit from, but they do not affect the speed the car can drive, nor how quickly it can brake, nor how sharply it can turn.

Phase One IQ3 vs IQ1: Same Performance, Different Features

Likewise the IQ3 provides a variety of features that the IQ1 does not: tools for faster and more comprehensive review of your images, more complete integration with the XF body, a five-year warranty (including a loaner during any service), and a rolling case with extra accessories. Both share the same underlying sensor, processing boards, and interface. In most cases* the resolution, color quality, and sharpness of the IQ1 is identical to the IQ3. Contact Us to do your own evaluation (in our studio, or in yours) to see if the IQ1 or IQ3 is a better fit for your needs.

IQ3 vs IQ1 – Direct Comparison

IQ3  IQ1  Features
Yes No Capture from Live View
Yes No Exposure Calculator
Yes Yes XF Camera Controls from Home Screen
Yes No XF Camera Controls from Tool view
Yes No XF Camera Controls from Camera Menu
Yes No XF Camera Menu with settings for XF
Yes No Exposure Zone Tool
Yes No Clip Warning Tool
Yes No Auto ISO and ISO control
IQ3 IQ1 Storage
Yes No Integrated Wi-Fi 802.11n
Yes Yes USB 3
Yes Yes Firewire 800
Yes No High capacity back interface
 IQ3 IQ1  Power
Yes No Power Share with hot pluggable batteries
Yes No Full system power via XF Power Supply
Yes No Advanced Battery Status Indicators
Yes No USB3 Charging from Hub(1500mA)
 IQ3 IQ1  Warranty
5 Year 1 Year Warranty
Yes No 5 Year Uptime Guarantee (loaner)
 IQ3  IQ1 Packaging
Yes No Free lens choice upon purchase
Yes No Pelican Storm Case (w/ handle & wheels)
Yes No Modular F-stop ICU for camera system
Yes No Laptop Compartment, Built-in Tether Shade
Yes No Card Reader and CF card
Yes No Lens Calibration plate
Yes No 2 batteries
Yes No Tech camera sync cable

100mp Specific

In addition to the above features the IQ3 100mp also has an HDMI out port which the IQ1 100mp does not.

 

*The IQ3 60mp and IQ3 80mp sensors differ from their IQ1 counterparts. Performance at short shutter speeds (e.g. 1/60th) is very similar, but performance for long exposures (e.g. 90 seconds) is dramatically improved.

Doug Peterson

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