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What You Keep and Lose When You Skip Phocus Members Public

HNCS color science, HNNR noise reduction, highlight handling - what Hasselblad's Phocus adds that Lightroom and Capture One can't replicate.

Konrad Michels
Konrad Michels
Phocus

Phocus 4.1.2 for Mac: HDR Export Fixes and Tethered Shooting Upgrades Members Public

Hasselblad releases Phocus 4.1.2 with three HDR export fixes, tethered shooting upgrades for X2D II, and FFF/3FR import format selection.

Konrad Michels
Konrad Michels
Hasselblad

Phocus Crop Tool: The Grid Options Nobody Told You About Members Public

Press 2 for thirds, 3 for quarters - Phocus crop tool has hidden grid overlays. Here's how to use them.

Konrad Michels
Konrad Michels
Phocus

Phocus Histogram vs Capture One Levels: What Hasselblad Shooters Need to Know Members Public

How Phocus's Histogram tool compares to Capture One Levels. Key differences and workflow tips for Hasselblad shooters.

Konrad Michels
Konrad Michels
Hasselblad

Hasselblad HDR Demystified, Part 5 of 5: Print, Archival, and Practical Recommendations Members Public

HDR can't be printed - here's the physics why. Plus archival strategies and practical guidance on when Ultra HDR JPEG makes sense.

Konrad Michels
Konrad Michels
Hasselblad
Captured on a Hasselblad X2D II + XCD 35-100mm E @35mm

Hasselblad HDR Demystified, Part 4 of 5: Displays, In-Camera Limitations, and Platform Support Members Public

Not all HDR displays are equal. Learn which iPhones, Macs, and monitors show Hasselblad HNCS HDR, plus in-camera limits and platform gaps.

Konrad Michels
Konrad Michels
Hasselblad
Pristine Snow on a Footbridge

Hasselblad HDR Demystified, Part 3 of 5: The Complete Phocus 4.x Workflow Members Public

Hasselblad's HDR histogram is secretly an interactive Levels tool. Learn the complete Phocus 4.x HDR workflow from RAW to Ultra HDR export.

Konrad Michels
Konrad Michels
Hasselblad
Old shed in snow with trees

Hasselblad HDR Demystified, Part 2 of 5: Output Formats and the Trilemma Every Shooter Faces Members Public

Ultra HDR JPEG, HEIF, or TIFF? Hasselblad's HDR workflow forces a choice between HNCS color, HDR output, and external editing. Pick two.

Konrad Michels
Konrad Michels
Hasselblad