Digital Negative format.
Single monochrome pixel plane.
12, 14 or 16 bits per pixel.
Tonercurve-guided pixel response.
Flat storage, packed or lossless compression.
Our unique - patent-pending - algorithm computes the raw monochrome sensor values. We measure the influence of the Bayer filter to find the actual quantity of light received by each pixel. This restitutes the whole gamut of intensities recorded into a single monochromatic plane.
Conventional B&W modes found in other cameras apply a film effect to an 8-bits JPEG file. The loss of dynamic range and details is important. Pixii preserves the whole post-processing latitude, with up to 16-bits of precision, inside a standard, open format, DNG file.
To facilitate post-processing, we add a natural film-like tone curve embedded in the DNG container. This doesn't alter the RAW values in any way and can be fully adjusted during the editing phase.
Adobe Camera Raw
supported
Our image sensor delivers a remarkable image quality. Its pixel technology makes it a particularly good fit for our native monochrome mode. It delivers a smooth gradation of tones, preserves highlights and can resolve fine details in deep shadows.
With a high-end BSI CMOS architecture, high dynamic range and ultra-low noise, it is one of the best on the market. DXOMARK confirmed its excellent performance, ranking it #1, way beyond legacy rangefinder cameras with a full-frame sensor. Learn more about our DXOMARK score .