Just to clarify: you will NOT need to purchase a new Included Update Period if you are currently using FoCal 2.6. If your Included Updates Period has expired, you can purchase another 12 months by logging in to the LMS at .uk.
Once logged in, you will see a download link to the software.įoCal 2.6 MR1 is available for operating systems Mac OS X 10.9 – 10.11 and macOS 10.12 – 10.13, for users who are still within their Included Updates Period as at the release date of FoCal 2.6 (15th November 2017). The following table shows the support for FoCal for Windows: Operating Systemĭownload FoCal 2.6 MR1 for macOS by logging in to the LMS at .uk. The following table shows the support for FoCal for Mac: Operating System
Watch this space! Software Support Status Mac Replacing the 3rd party Canon communication libraries opens up some exciting possibilities and lays the foundation for some great updates to come over the course of future Reikan FoCal releases. Removing the Canon code removes FoCal’s reliance on Canon libraries, we’re excited as this means an end to any mac/Canon issues that can happen after a new macOS release! FoCal’s communication to Canon cameras now works in a similar way to Nikon which has been historically more stable with less changes required after a new macOS release. We’ve completely re-written the underlying Canon supplied communication code.
This release is for Mac users only, and resolves the issue some users were seeing when connecting Canon cameras on macOS High Sierra computers. The communications libraries formally supplied by Canon are now totally re-written and replaced by Reikan developed code.
Full macOS High Sierra Support – a huge amount of work has gone into the code which communicates with Canon cameras on macOS for this release.FoCal 2.6 – Adds Auto Focus Calibration Support for Nikon D850 and High Sierra Support With Nikon Cameras.This release builds upon the earlier 2.6 release, dedicated blog entry below: It’s taken longer than we hoped to bring you FoCal 2.9, so this release is available to all users who purchased FoCal on or after 1st October 2017 with no need to purchase an “included update”.We’re delighted to announce FoCal 2.6 Maintenance Release 1 (MR1) for Mac is ready for release! We’ve worked hard on Canon support in macOS High Sierra and are excited to release this update to resolve any potential connection issues with Canon cameras on macOS High Sierra. We’ve fixed a LOT of issues! Nearly 3,000 code updates since FoCal 2.6 mean improved reliability and the fixing of some annoying issues. The built in Update Check feature lets you choose whether you want to hear about only Stable releases or join in with the shiny new cutting edge feature releases. Improved data and generation of the FoCal Comparison Database means better comparison of your kit with typical performance.įoCal 2.9 went through an extensive pre-release phase with Alpha and Beta builds.
Pulling up historical tests now provides complete information including image crops so you can fully review data or re-save reports. You can even report an incorrectly identified lens at the click of a link so we can fix any issues that arise. Identifying the lens on your camera should be easy… but it isn’t! We’ve completely reworked our Lens ID system to far more accurately match lenses, meaning more reliable recognition and more accurate FoCal Comparison information. Aperture Sharpness, Focus Consistency and Dust Analysis tests run much quicker, and raw analysis speed is hugely improved. Not only can you calibrate the autofocus (yes – on a mirrorless camera!), but also check autofocus consistency, aperture sharpness and sensor dust.įoCal gets more done at once with Overlapped Capture and Analysis. Nikon control and reliability has been greatly improved for better repeatability, compatibility and reliability.įoCal 2.9 works with the Nikon Z6 and Z7 cameras. The changes to the look and feel of FoCal make more information available where you’d expect it, and more consistency with the information shown.Ĭontrol of Canon cameras has been completely redesigned offering more features and faster support of new models. Fewer windows, camera & lens information available on connection, and new light and dark themes for both Mac and Windows.Ĭontext Help means you can get the help you need easily – clicking the links or hit the “?” key to jump to detailed online help. Focal is a Camera Calibrator and Analysis Software for Nikon and Canon cameras.įoCal 1.0 was released over 7 years ago, FoCal 2.9 updates almost all of the internal code! The result is faster operation, more compatibility, quicker releases, improved reliability, and really exciting potential for the future!įoCal 2.9 has a cleaner look, with more information available where you need it. After lots of beta testing, Reikan Focal version 2.9.6 is out with new looks and increased performance.