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General
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- How does the DCS 560 compare to similar products in
the industry?
- The DCS 560 provides studio and location photographers new
levels of camera performance, including unique instant image verification
and one-shot image capture, while combining the image quality
and workflow familiarity associated with traditional imaging with
the return-on-investment advantages of digital imaging, at a price
at part with the competition.
- What makes this camera unique?
- The DCS 560 provides professional photographers who require
high-resolution images, with a device that can meet their needs
in a studio environment or in the field. The DCS 560's flexibility
and portability provides new imaging opportunities to photographers
normally restricted by the tethered nature of other high-end studio
digital cameras.
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- Differences between Canon and Kodak cameras?
- The DCS 560 was jointly developed with Canon using Kodak's
innovative digital imaging technologies and Canon's state-of-the
art lenses. The only difference is the name.
Kodak created the user interface and image acquisition software
for the camera. Canon created the base camera system for professional
lenses, viewfinder technology and camera metering. Additional
enhancements to Kodak's fully integrated digital camera include
a 6 megapixel CCD, sustained burst rate, flexible storage options,
anti-aliasing capabilities, and IEEE 1394 interface. Additionally,
the sensor in the DCS 560 is a patented Kodak product.
- What are the advantages of SLR cameras over point-and-shoot
digital cameras?
- The DCS 560 is a high-end professional digital camera, unlike
its point-and-shoot counterparts. The DCS 560 is designed for
imaging professionals who require the sophistication, quality,
precision, performance and portability of an SLR camera with interchangeable
lenses. This allows full control over lighting, exposure, focus
and accurate framing.
- Can I use Canon lenses?
- Yes, as long as they are EOS lenses.
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- What are the dimensions of the camera?
- 174 mm tall, 161 mm wide, 92 mm deep
- Do digital cameras require special care when being used
in the field?
- As with any camera, certain care must be taken. However, these
cameras were developed to be used by professionals in their daily
environment. Temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit or above
105 degrees Fahrenheit may cause problems or failure and are not
supported or recommended.
- How does the DCS 560 differ from the DCS 520?
- The DCS 560 offers a six megapixel CCD unique to the studio
market and an ISO range of 80 - 200. The DCS 560 is an integrated
SLR digital camera designed to let professional photographers
digitally capture images, allowing fast access, flexibility and
control.
- How does the DCS 560 fit into Kodak's family of digital
cameras?
- The DCS 560 is the newest addition to Kodak Newsfessional's
family of DCS products. It offers high-end productive shooters
with a digital camera that meets their needs in a studio or field
environment, and accelerates workflow without compromising image
quality.
- How much time between picture taken?
- The camera can take 3 images before it writes out to the PC
card. The camera allows you to take 1 image every 3 seconds on
a continuous basis, limited by disk space.
- Can I buy the PCMCIA storage cards in retail outlets?
- Yes, most PC card flash (Type II and III) and hard drive (Type
III) products that are compatible with the full ATA standard will
format and work in the camera.
- Will this model be upgradeable?
- The hardware design is set and not upgradeable; Kodak remains
committed to improving the software and firmware we provide for
both Apple Macintosh and PC-compatible Windows platforms.
- Will the camera be available at trade shows for demos?
- The DCS 560 will be announced at Seybold SF (September 1) and
at Photokina (September 15).
- How many pictures can I store on one card?
- This is contingent upon the size of the PC Card being used.
The 340-megabyte PC Card hard drives available today will hold
approximately 60 images.
- Is the ISO set or variable?
- The camera has ISO ranges of 80-200.
- Is it waterproofed / sealed?
- No.
- Difference between today's sensor and the sensor in
the DCS 520?
- New color-calibrated CCD sensor with improvement from 2 to
6 megapixels, improved color response.
- What is the histogram and highlight option?
- Developed and patented by Kodak, the histogram on the LCD display
graphically depicts the distribution of gray-scale values among
pixels in a picture based upon the captured file. It functions
in review as a digital light meter by letting the photographer
know, graphically, the exposure of the image. Photographers can
adjust their exposure according to what the histogram reveals.
- What are the advantages of the Horseman bellows accessory
or Canon Tilt-Shift lenses?
- The Horseman bellows accessory gives the photographer the ability
to utilize the perspective and tilt and swing controls of the
medium format camera on the SLR system.
- What is IEEE 1394? Why is it important?
- IEEE 1394 is a high-speed serial interface that provides an
easier and faster way to connect hardware and software than by
SCSI interface.
- How do I get images from my camera to on my computer?
- On a workstation: through an internal PC card reader, and external
SCSI PC card reader, or an IEEE 1394 interface card (until new
computers have integrated IEEE 1394 in their system architecture).
On a laptop: most PC laptops have PC card readers built into them.
Until the PC industry fully adopts IEEE 1394, users will be required
to swap PC cards from cameras to computers. For further information,
please contact your dealer.
- Does the DCS 560 come bundled with software?
- The DCS 560 comes with TWAIN and PhotoShop Acquire Plug In.
- How long to transfer images?
- Transfer speed depends on the hardware speed and the robustness
of a given computer's operating system. While IEEE 1394 is designed
to transfer data at up to 400 megabits per second, it will be
contingent upon the computer's operating system and PC Card transfer
speed.
- What is the resolution in pixels?
- 6 megapixel (2K x 3K)
- Is software a new development?
- Yes, the camera includes an improved Acquire software module
and a SDK (software developer's tool kit) is available to help
third-party developers integrate software.
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Hardware
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- Are batteries included?
- No. Batteries are sold separately.
- Are lenses interchangeable?
- Yes, you can use any of the EOS lenses.
- Can I modify my existing EOS camera with these features?
- No. All of the components were specifically designed or modified
to work together in the DCS 560 digital camera. Existing EOS-DCS
camera bodies cannot be retrofitted to accommodate the anti-aliasing
technology.
- Can this camera be used with film?
- No.
- What accessories are included with this camera?
- AC adapter, external battery charger, 2 sets of universal AC
power cables, software for both Mac and PC plug-in modules, user
manual, IEEE 1394 cable, hand strap and neck strap.
- Are there optional accessories?
- Yes, the PCMCIA card, IEEE 1394 cards, additional battery charger
and rechargeable batteries are available from your Kodak reseller.
- Will the storage cards lose images if dropped?
- Though made durable, the cards may break, and the images can
be lost if they are dropped. As with all computer or camera accessories,
care should be exercised.
- How long does the battery take to charge?
- One hour, approximately.
- How many pictures can be taken per battery charge?
- Up to 100. There is a dual slot battery charger that uses an
AC power adapter (90-240V, 50-60 Hz) or a 12-24 VD using an auto
accessory power adapter.
- I currently use a hot mirror filter on my camera. Do
I need the hot mirror filters on my lenses?
- No. Kodak has incorporated this on the anti-aliasing filter
on the camera.
- What happens if I remove my anti-aliasing filter?
- In this case, you should use the hot-mirror filter in order
to reduce contamination of the image sensor of infrared light.
Any images that are taken without the anti-aliasing filter will
not benefit from the technology.
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Service and Support
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- What is the length of warranty?
- The length of warranty is 180 days after purchase in the United
States.
- If my camera breaks, will a replacement be provided
under the warranty?
- No. Kodak will repair your camera but will not provide a replacement.
- What is the service plan?
- Kodak will service cameras from four worldwide service centers.
These include Melbourne, Tokyo, Stuttgart, and Wilmington, Ohio.
- Where is the camera made?
- The Canon camera body is made in Tokyo; the sensor assembly,
the integrated electronics and the software are assembled and
tested in Rochester, N.Y. Final assembly is being done in the
Kodak facility in Rochester, N.Y.
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Sales Distribution
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- Where can I purchase the camera?
- The DCS 560 can be purchased at authorized Kodak retailers
worldwide.
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Pricing
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- How much do the storage cards cost?
- Kodak supports many different types of storage cards and has
found that PC card hard disk (Type II) technology offers the best
value. The price of these cards ranges from a few hundred to several
hundred dollars.
- Does a removable PC Card hard drive come with the camera?
- No.
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