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Digital Camera Backs for Professional Photography
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DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Leaf Family of Digital Camera Backs Specifications
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Technology:Leaf Volare: Three-exposure color or single-exposure black-and-white; using 2,048 x 3,072-pixel Monochrome CCD array Leaf Cantare: Single-exposure color and black-and-white;using 2,048 x 3,072-pixel Color CCD arrayLeaf Cantare XY: Single and unique multi-shot exposure (a choiceof 1, 2 and 3 shot modes), color and black and white; using 2,048 x3,072-pixel Color CCD array All camera backs feature: Actively cooled CCD to reduce noiseLeaf VHtwist CCD for vertical and horizontal orientationAnti-blooming for capturing bright subjects
File size: 36 MB HDR file (48-bit RGB file)
Dynamic range: 14 bits per pixel per color (16,384 gray levels)Dynamic range greater than 12 f-stops
Lighting: Compatible with all lighting, including electronic strobe,tungsten, HMI and daylight
Exposure:Leaf Volare: ISO 25 equivalent for color ISO 100 equivalent for black-and-white Leaf Cantare (XY): ISO 100 equivalent for color and black-and-white Shutter speed (all): 1/1000 to 32 seconds
Leaf rapid shot: Capture rate of 1 image every 1.3 seconds (single exposure mode).Also compatible with battery operation, outdoor.
LiveVideo (optional with Leaf Cantare (XY)): LiveVideo preview: full frame 512 x 768 pixel previewLeaf LiveFocus: full resolution (1:1) loupe viewing and contrast meterLeaf Digital Layout: for matching a scene composition to layout Grid lines for image alignmentTilt and swing focus axes indicators (Sinar cameras only)Video Exposure Control:Automatic brightness controlVideo shutter speed control
Camera options (*):Sinarcam (stand alone, or for Sinar view cameras), Hasselblad (ELseries, 503CW, 205FCC), Mamiya (RB67, RZ67, 645 Pro), Fuji (GX
680 II, III), Contax 645 AF, Bronica ETRS. (*) Models without automatic winder support single exposure mode only
Minimum computer requirements:Power Macintosh computerSystem 8.6ColorSync 2.6192 MB RAM (128MB free for application)(Total 256 MB RAM recommended for productive workflow)Monitor and video card for minimum1,024 x 768 pixels at 24 bits/pixelUnoccupied slot for Leaf PCI interface card
Leaf On-LocationPortable computer (not supplied) Min PowerBook G3 series 300MHz Battery12V, sealed, rechargeableOver 4 hours of continuous operationBattery ChargerInput: 115/230 VacOutput: 12 VdcCharge time: 2.5 hours
Software Configuration:LeafCapture application for picture taking, tone controls,cropping, retouching, multiple exposure (merge function).Leaf Contact Sheet application for display, sort, and jobmanagingLeafBatch Processor application for batch processing HDR files Leaf ColorShop (optional) for RGB to CMYK conversion, colorcontrols, unsharp masking and image scaling AppleScript compatible
Dimensions ( W X H X D Approximate):200 x 130 x 95 mm / 8 x 5 x 4 in.
Weight: 1.3 kg / 2.86 lb
Power Requirements:100-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz automatic switching
Specification Conformance:CE, UL, CSA, TUV, FCC class A
Leaf Family of Digital Camera BacksCommercial photographers entered the digital age with the Leaf DCB, the world's
first and most widely used professional digital camera back. Today's high-end,
digital camera backs, the Leaf Volare, Leaf Cantare and Leaf Cantare XY are
dedicated to the versatile needs of commercial photography. They incorporate
cutting-edge technologies for capturing top quality images. Moreover, only Leaf
workflow gives you a full solution from image capture to final output.
Leaf VHtwist - forswitching orientationat the flip of a lever
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> Leaf LiveVideo Preview enables
you to compose, focus and adjust
lighting while viewing the changes
on the computer screen in real time.
> Leaf LiveFocus, a zoom function
in the Leaf LiveVideo Preview,
provides a sharp, full-resolution
preview for precise focusing
during image capture; a graphical
indicator displays the focus to
improve accuracy.
> Leaf Digital Layout™ (patent
pending) assists in the composition
setup. Easy to use, it allows you to
accurately match composition to
designer layout by superimposing
the layout on the Leaf LiveVideo
Preview display. You can also use an
archived image as your layout.
> Leaf Rapid Shoot allows a series
of successive shots to be taken at
a capture rate of one image every
1.3 seconds.
> Leaf Contact Sheet enables a
series of images to be displayed on
a digital contact sheet as they are
captured. Jobs can be sorted,
selected and managed with this
friendly and efficient feature.
> LeafBatch Processor is a high-
production oriented application,
it enables the computer to batch
processed HDR files in the
background while you keep
shooting new images in
the foreground.
> Leaf ColorShop PreprintProduction Package Incorporating advanced CreoScitex
preprint technology the award
winning Leaf ColorShop™
application provides a complete
image capture solution from
exposure to final output. This
professional and powerful
application allows you to create
high-quality, ready-to-print CMYK
files. You can control your output
results manually, or let Leaf
ColorShop do it automatically.
Exclusive scaling and unsharp
masking allow you to enlarge
original images to more than a
double-page spread and even to
poster size.
LeafCapture Application From image capture to final output
Final image
Contact Sheet: A real-time display of images for immediate viewing of your best shots
Leaf ColorShop:Professionalpreprint toolscontrol thesharpness, scalingand CMYKconversion
Designer layout Setting the scene accordingto the designer layout
> Actively Cooled 2Kx3K CCDProvides Crystal-Clear Images An active cooling system
incorporating the 2,048 x 3,072 pixel
CCD in Leaf™ digital camera backs
reduces CCD noise and increases
image quality. Since CCD
temperature is continuously cooled,
dynamic range is maximized. This
enables the CCD to capture full detail
and subtle tone gradations, even in
the darkest shadow. In addition, CCD
active cooling produces consistent
color results and enables long
exposure times of up to 32 seconds,
while maintaining a clear image
> Leaf VHtwist for Vertical and Horizontal Format at theFlip of a Lever The Leaf VHtwist™ (patent pending)
CCD is a unique technology in Leaf
digital camera backs used for fast
and convenient selection of vertical
or horizontal orientation. With
the flip of a lever the entire
6 megapixel CCD head rotates inside
the back while the camera and the
camera back remain fixed. Since the
back is never separated from the
camera, the CCD is fully protected
and dust free.
> Leaf 16-Bit HDR - for CaptureOnce, Output Many with noLoss of DataLeaf digital camera backs capture
over 16,000 levels of color
information per channel. When
saving a Leaf HDR™ (High Dynamic
Range) file format as a digital
transparency, images can be
repurposed for future use without
any loss of the original captured
data. An HDR CloneBrush tool
retouches image imperfections.
Retouching is retained for future
processing and repurposing, saving
you valuable time.
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Images are crystal clear because the CCD is actively cooled
More than 16,000 shades per color assure smoothcolor transitions
Leaf Digital Layout:
Leaf - a Commitment to Quality
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> Leaf Cantare XY - theVersatility of Still Life andAction Photography The versatile Leaf Cantare XY
camera back employs a three-color
mosaic CCD and Leaf XY Weave
technology that together give you a
choice of one, two or three shot
modes. This versatility provides
you with the benefits of single
exposure for action shots, and
multiple exposures for highly
accurate still-life photography.
> The one-shot option lets you
shoot live subjects with the same
capabilities as the Leaf Cantare.
> The multi-shot option is used for
still-life photography. It multiplies
the captured resolution resulting in
sharper, finer detailed images; it
also eliminates any color moiré
artifacts.
> The three-shot mode captures
maximum resolution with all the
color information required for best
color reproduction and sharpness.
It is used for shooting fine
textured, detailed subjects.
> The unique two-shot mode (patent
pending) doubles the resolution of a
single exposure, and captures
complete information in the green
channel. Since the green channel is
the key to accurate reproduction, it
is suitable for almost every scene.
The two shot mode minimizes the
potential effects of environmental
vibrations and makes you more
productive on set.
The Leaf Cantare XY is best for
studios requiring both action
and still life photography.
> Leaf Volare - Three ShotTechnology for Highly Accurate,Still Life PhotographyThe three-shot technology of the
Leaf Volare uses color filters that
enable the monochrome CCD to
capture complete red, green and
blue information in three
successive shots. This means that
all the captured 18 million pixels
are a complete sampling of the
image, so colors are accurately
reproduced without further
processing. This results in the
highest possible image definition,
so that even very large poster sizes
maintain high quality. Since no
processing is required, production
is efficient, saving you precious
time. The monochrome CCD also
excels in single exposure, black
and white photography.
The Leaf Volare is best for
commercial studios that require
top quality results for still life,
such as advertising, catalog and
fine-art photography.
> Leaf On-Location Kit for FullStudio Capabilities on Site A Leaf On-Location Kit enables you
to take your Leaf camera back on
location while maintaining the
same quality and capabilities as in
the studio. It connects to a
Macintosh PowerBook (not
included) and a portable battery.
When outdoors, even the most
demanding functions such as Leaf
Rapid Shot, Leaf LiveVideo,
immediate image display, and Leaf
Contact Sheet are all maintained.
The versatile kit also benefits from
the active cooling system, which is
even more crucial outdoors where
ambient temperature is often high.
Two configuration options are
available: The complete kit for
outdoor and indoor operation
(includes all accessories with
a battery), and the mini kit for
indoor operation (includes
Leaf PC-Card for PowerBook
compatibility).
Still shots are captured inthree sucessive shotsreproducing accurate colormatching for the 3-colorchannel 36 MB HDR file
Action shots are captured ina single exposure, thengenerated into a complete 3-channel color image (36MB HDR file)
> Leaf Cantare - Single Exposure,Best for Live PhotographyThe mosaic CCD in the Leaf
Cantare camera back captures
all three colors - red, green and
blue - in a single exposure. Six
million pixels are captured and
processed into a 36-megabyte
HDR file of 18 million pixels
(6M per color channel).
> A continuous, rapid-shot
capability of a shot every
1.3 seconds lets you concentrate
on the shooting session without
interruptions.
> A digital Contact Sheet gives you
immediate feedback and an overall
view of the session.
> Unique to Leaf Cantare, a display
window lets you view a high-
resolution image processed in real
time, allowing you to base your
shooting decisions on true and
reliable image information.
> MagicAl Eraser, a special anti
moiré feature removes color moiré
in fine textures while maintaining
overall sharpness.
The Leaf Cantare is best for
studios requiring action shots
and live photography.
1 shot mode
3 shot mode
The one-shot option is used forshooting live subjects. The versatile
multi-shot option multiplies thecaptured resolution resulting in
sharper, finer detailed images whileeliminating color moiré artifacts.
Jerusalem by night. Captured with Leaf Cantare with Leaf On-Location kit. Shutter speed: 32 seconds. f-8. Lens: 50 mm/4.5The unique Leaf active cooling system is crucial for maintaining noise-free images where longexposures are required.
Sample of a 300%enlargement, equivalentto about 160 MB file size.The multi-shot optionmaintains high definitiondetail in very highenlargements.
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