• 22 Megapixel CCD

The 36mm x 48mm Dalsa CCD imaging sensor contains 21.8 million active pixels (total 4008h x 5344v), and the 14 bit A/D (Analog to Digital) conversion records color information at 12-bits per color channel, providing exceptional true-to-life color accuracy.

• Fast ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit)

Data transfer from the Dalsa CCD sensor is processed in real- time with the exclusively designed Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). The advantage to the photographer is that image data captured from the sensor is optimized for fast performance, providing a frame capture rate of 1.2 fps.

• RAW & JPEG File Format

Images are captured in Mamiya RAW format, JPEG or both RAW and JPEG. Three levels of image quality and three image size settings are easily selectable through the digital back's intuitive menus. Shooting Both Formats simultaneously provides some significant advantages. For optimum results you should save your shots in RAW format, which allows for maximum post-shooting manipulation. For high quality images that need to be placed into other programs, use JPEG mode. No special programs or "processing" is needed. However, when you need highest quality plus a file that can quickly be used for positioning only in layouts, or quick review, you can shoot both at the same time and process the RAW file later.

• Exclusive Interchangeable IR/Low Pass Filter System

To suit a variety of photographic scenes, the standard IR (infrared) cut filter can be interchanged with the optional Low-Pass filter. The Low-Pass filter reduces or removes moire effect which makes unusual patterns when photographing clothing and also fixes aliasing. The ability to decide which filter to use guarantees the best possible results over a wide range of situations.

• Dual Storage Card Slots

The Mamiya ZD Back provides card slots for both Compact Flash (CF) and Secure Digital (SD) Cards (both can be inserted at the same time) providing additional shooting flexibility. Approximately 100 images in Mamiya RAW format can be stored onto a 4GB CF card.

• Mamiya Digital Photo Studio Software

Simple yet powerful Digital Photo Studio software provides the prefect blend of image capture, processing and editing for both MAC and Windows based computers. When connected to a computer via a 4-pin FireWire (IEEE1394) cable, many of the functions of the Mamiya ZD-22 digital back can be operated from a computer.

• Lightroom Software Included

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom software is a digital imaging solution for serious and professional photographers. Its ease of operation and ability to read Mamiya RAW digital files makes it the perfect choice for photographers looking for a modular, task-based and streamlined program that delivers a complete photographic workflow solution.

Note: If you currently own a Mamiya 645AF, Mamiya will upgrade your camera at no additional cost when you purchase a ZD digital back.