The Leaf AFi 10 is a new 56 megapixel medium format camera system. The new 56x36mm Leaf TWF sensor delivers 56 megapixel resolution across the entire width of the Leaf AFi 10’s 6x6 sensor area. Together with the new Leaf ‘Verto’ technology, the TWF sensor can be rotated internally, allowing you to take photos in both landscape and portrait orientations. The Leaf AFi 10 will cost £21,995 ex VAT and be available in Q4 2008.

Peartree Press Release

London, 29th July 2008 – Peartree is delighted to announce the

release of the Leaf AFi 10 medium format camera system. The True Wide
Frame (TWF) 56x36 mm, 56 megapixel digital imaging sensor in the new
Leaf AFi 10 camera system takes you to the edge of the medium-format
frame. With best-of-class Schneider lenses, the Leaf AFi system can
fully realise the power of 56 megapixels, delivering images of
unsurpassed quality. Together with the new Leaf ‘Verto’
technology, the TWF sensor can be rotated internally, giving you the
control and flexibility to shoot the way you want to.

‘True Wide Frame’ (TWF) sensor
The new Leaf TWF sensor restores lenses to their full angle of
view. Together with DALSA Corporation, Leaf designed the exclusive new
56x36 mm TWF sensor to deliver 56 megapixel resolution across the
entire width of the Leaf AFi 10’s 6x6 sensor area. TWF sensor
technology in the Leaf AFi 10 imaging module and Aptus 10 camera back
is also compatible with over 80 large-format cameras, maximising their
capture area.

Leaf Verto internal sensor rotation

Leaf Verto internal sensor rotation technology means no more turning
the camera, or even the imaging module with the Leaf AFi 10. With one
finger you can flip the sensor from landscape to portrait and back,
giving you the power to quickly capture 56mm resolution in both
landscape and portrait orientations.

Sensor Specifications

CCD Size 56 x 36mm


Pixel Size (micron) 6 x 6


Resolution 56 MP


Active Pixels 9288 x 6000


Capture Time 1 frame/sec


Exposure Time Up to 1 minute


Light Sensitivity (ISO) 50-800


File Size 114MB (MOS), 171MB (RGB TIF 8 bit)

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About Peartree
Both our sales and rental services are based on the very best
technology, providing professional photographers throughout the UK a
complete digital solution. We understand that moving into the digital
world can be expensive, so our rental service gives you an opportunity
to use the very latest equipment with complete support, ensuring the
quality is second to none. Should you wish to buy, we can offer
excellent advice and comprehensive after-sales care. Our product range
covers everything a photographer needs to conduct a high profile photo
shoot with top brands such as Leaf. For more information visit http://www.peartreephoto.com

About Leaf: A History of Innovation

Since introducing the world’s first digital camera back in 1992,
Leaf has been recognized as a worldwide leader in the professional
photography market. With extensive knowledge in image processing, color
management and file conversion technology, Leaf has become the
preferred digital equipment supplier for the world’s leading
professional photographers. Leaf Capture workflow software enhances
productivity, while allowing today’s professionals to get the
perfect shot. The Leaf Aptus/AFi family is the latest in a series of
award inning digital camera backs offering images of the highest
quality, richest shadows, clearest highlights, and with brilliant
sharpness. The product range now expands with the Leaf AFi medium
format digital camera system. For more information visit http://www.leaf-photography.com