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🎄❄️ As the year winds down and we gear up for the holiday break, we want to wish you moments of joy, love, and warmth! To celebrate, here’s a magical winter scene captured by our talented colleague, Tamas. 📸 Thank you for being part of our journey this year! We’ll see you in the new year with more inspiring photography stories. 📷✨ Happy Holidays! 🎁🌟 📸 Tamas Nemeth 📷 Camera model: IQ4 150MP 🔍 Lens model: XT - Rodenstock HR Digaron-S 5.6/23mm lens #PhaseOne #HappyHolidays #photography

The level of detail is so good that you can read the serial numbers on the 3D model! Creating a quality photogrammetry model of a cell tower is not easy. You can’t get too close to the antennas because of the interference, and the antennas themselves are typically "featureless" -- plain white boxes with minimal detail for good tie points. Plus, the cables are thin and tricky to reconstruct.  But with a Phase One camera and RealityCapture, you get this beauty! Of course, the model is being rendered in a web browser using Nira.app.  Link to model in comments.

🎄✨ Our amazing social committee worked their magic, transforming the office into a cozy, festive environment with themed game rooms and a traditional Danish meal that brought everyone together. It was the perfect blend of fun, connection, and hygge! ❄️ Thank you to everyone who joined us and an extra-special thank you to our social committee for creating such a memorable event. 🌟 #PhaseOne #PhaseOneTeam #teambonding #hygge

We’re excited to share Peter van Ham’s latest work, capturing the ancient art of Tabo Monastery, the oldest Tibetan temple complex preserved in its original state. Using state-of-the-art Phase One XF and XT cameras, Peter overcame challenges like low light and tight spaces to create breathtaking images, now featured in his 2024 book, TABO – GODS OF LIGHT. 📚 Learn more through the link in the comments 📸 Peter van Ham 📷 Camera model: IQ4 150MP 🔍 Lens model: Schneider Kreuznach LS 55mm f/2.8 --------------------------------------- #phaseonephoto #PhaseOne #TaboMonastery  #AncientArt #TaboGodsOfLight #PhotographyJourney  #ArtPreservation

Today, we are talking to Jamie Reford, Unmanned Sales Manager at Phase One. Jamie shares insights into his role, his fascination with the industry, and what he enjoys outside of work. Jamie, can you share a bit about your journey and what led you to your current role at Phase One? My first drone op was in 2019. I was scrambling to complete a Master of Landscape Architecture thesis, and there was no open-source data available for a high-res basemap that was critical to my project. A frantic internet search led me to impulse-buy a used Mavic Pro with the idea that I could map the site myself. I am eternally grateful to the pioneers of the commercial drone industry (you know who you are). These gurus battled through trial and error with hacked solutions and still succeeded in generating useable data. They were also generous enough to share their experience in online forums – providing enough of a blueprint that I could pull off a successful photogrammetry mission with ZERO prior experience. I was captivated with drones from this moment onward and have built a career in the industry ever since. It's been a deeply fulfilling journey to this point. I've made every mistake a drone operator can make along the way. Sharing these insights with Phase One customers and stakeholders is the best part of my day.   What fascinates you most about the drone industry?   The people. I can't think of another industry powered by such a consistently non-standard workforce. Everyone in the industry seems to bring unique backgrounds and insights, which makes this a compelling and often chaotic industry to be a part of.     Collaboration and the success of our customers is key. Can you tell us about an upcoming project or partnership that you are excited about? Absolutely! We recently launched our new P5 payload in partnership with Quantum Systems. The quality and geospatial accuracy of the initial raw data and processed deliverables is astounding – especially given the P5 is small enough to fit in the palm of my hand. Bringing this product to market has been an exciting and rewarding process, and the initial feedback from customers has been overwhelmingly positive. What do you enjoy doing outside of work to maintain a healthy work-life balance?   Exploring the rivers and backwoods of Oregon with my wife. We moved to Portland, OR from Toronto two years ago, and haven't stopped exploring since. Hiking, rafting, and fly fishing never get old. #PhaseOne #career 

We are thrilled to invite you to an insightful session hosted by the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA). 🗓 Date: 14th December 2024 ⏰ Time: 2:00 – 3:30 PM IST 📍 Platform: Zoom Join us for an engaging online lecture by Peter van Ham, a celebrated explorer and curator with over 30 years of experience documenting endangered Himalayan art and heritage.  Moderated by Dr. Sanjay Dhar, the session will explore the preservation of Himalayan artworks and the intersection of culture, heritage, and technology. Don’t miss this opportunity! Join the event through the zoom link in the comments 🔗 Meeting ID: 976 8899 2165  Passcode: 12345

🌍 Mapping the Future of Conservation in Namibia Over the past few days, the Quantum Systems team ,Andy Butz, Stefan Wurmser and Tetiana Kondratenko had the privilege of traveling to Namibia for our annual KUZIKUS mapping project. Since 2022, we’ve proudly collaborated with the inspiring team at Kuzikus Wildlife Reserve to support their mission of conserving this unique ecosystem. This year, we introduced cutting-edge technology to the project: the Trinity Pro UAV paired with the new Phase One P5 camera. These tools enable us to capture ultra-high-resolution aerial data, critical for mapping and managing this biodiverse region. From wildlife monitoring to habitat management, this work directly contributes to safeguarding the future of Kuzikus and its incredible species, such as the majestic black rhino. A special thanks to Friedrich Reinhard and Berend Reinhard for their unwavering support and leadership in this vital initiative. Your dedication inspires us every year, and it’s an honor to contribute to your conservation efforts. Shotout to Brock Ryder and Andrea Bildenbacher from Drones For Earth for making this year's mission possible.  This project reflects Quantum Systems’ commitment to going beyond just providing drones. By empowering impactful projects like this, we demonstrate how innovative technology can drive meaningful change for the planet. For those interested in learning more about Kuzikus or supporting their mission, visit https://lnkd.in/ddtYiyY8 or follow them on Instagram (@kuzikuswildlifereserve) and LinkedIn. Together, we’re making strides toward a more sustainable future! Watch the mission's impressions here: https://lnkd.in/dgbq4W_S #ConservationTech #QuantumSystems #KuzikusMapping #DronesForGood #Sustainability #Namibia

Graz captured at night with Phase One cameras ⬇️

New issue of our final Beyond Our Lens newsletter for 2024 is out! This year on Phase One’s 30th anniversary, we reflect on three decades of pushing the boundaries of image quality and innovation. This milestone was celebrated with a summer party full of joy and gratitude—thanks to our fantastic team and everyone who made it unforgettable. We are also celebrating the visionary photographers who have helped us redefine photography with Phase One technology and honoring our trusted partners who have been instrumental in expanding Phase One's reach across industries like Geospatial and Cultural Heritage. We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished together, and we look forward to the future—continuing to innovate, build new partnerships, and capture the world in the highest image quality possible.  ⬇️Read the full issue below ⬇️      #PhaseOne #BeyondOurLens #30YearsPhaseOne #30YearsOfUnparalleledImageQuality 

This year marks a special milestone for Phase One, celebrating 30 years. It’s also a celebration for Poul Husum, who has been a part of the Phase One team since the very beginning. With three decades of dedication and passion for photography, Poul has helped shape the journey of Phase One and continues to inspire us with his commitment. Today, we get to know a bit more about Poul and his experiences over these remarkable 30 years.   Poul, what was it that made you join Phase One, and what has kept you motivated to stay for 30 years? I joined Phase One due to the fact it was a start-up company, a young company with new technology in photography, which is my passion. I got the opportunity to start and shape the Service and Support department from scratch which later motivated me to move on to a sales role at Phase One. I am motivated by the entrepreneurial mindset and spirit, but the most important for me is to always choose the right solution to help our customers and support our partners.   What’s one of the most memorable moments you’ve experienced while working at Phase One? The problem is there is not only one! There have been so many incredible moments over the years, for example when we first launched the first single-shot camera, the "LightPhase." It was incredible to see people's reactions when they could view the picture on the screen immediately after pressing the shutter button. Another highlight has been the countless fun and memorable experiences with our loyal users and partners. But perhaps one of the most rewarding aspects has been working with colleagues who have become some of my closest and best friends. These moments and relationships have made the journey truly unforgettable, and I wouldn’t want to miss them for anything! How have you seen the industry and technology evolve since you started? It’s been an incredible journey and it’s not often, that you have the possibility to be a part of an industry where you are the first mover. Phase One changed the photography world by transitioning from film to digital, while maintaining delivering the highest quality. Guided by the belief that the true artistry lies in the hands of the person behind the camera! And now we are also involved in digitization the world heritage which is one of the reasons I continue to be with the company. The opportunity to work with new technology and explore new industries keeps me motivated.   After three decades with Phase One, how do you like to spend your free time outside of work? That has changed over the years from skydiving, extreme skiing to more “safe” travel around the world. These days, I enjoy skiing with my family, playing padel, and attending the Danish music festival "SMUKFEST," which I’ve been going to even longer than I’ve been with Phase One. #PhaseOne #career #30YearsPhaseOne #30YearsOfUnparalleledImageQuality