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Can I use the digital back with another AFi camera body (a spare)?
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Yes, you can use the digital back with another AFi camera body.
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How do I update the firmware on the body?
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The firmware on the camera is updated via the FireWire port using the Leaf Capture 11 application.
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Can I use a digital back made by Phase One and/ or, Hasselblad on the AFi?
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No you cannot use a 3rd party back on the AFi.
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What is different about the new Schneider lenses?
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PQ and PQS auto focus lenses by Schneider-Kreuznach are the result of cutting-edge design, innovative technology and permanent optimization. All of these lenses use the unique Direct Drive technology developed by Rollei, in which the diaphragm and shutter blades in the lens are driven by two linear motors and controlled with maximum precision in 1/3 increments by the camera’s microcomputer. High-speed communication between camera and lens is friction-less and thus free from wear thanks to a 10-contact gold-plated strip. All lenses are fully synchronized over their entire shutter-speed range and excel by optimum sharpness, colour balance, brilliance and speed.
AFD lenses (Auto Focus Digital) are based on the same formulae as the well-established AF lenses, but are manufactured and inspected with considerably stricter tolerances so that noticeably higher resolution and contrast can be achieved in series production. AFD lenses guarantee a resolution of 60 lp/mm (as compared to 40 lp/mm for AF lenses). This makes due allowance for the more stringent requirements made in digital photography.
The differences in mechanical design are clearly visible: AFD lenses dispense with the manual aperture ring of previous lenses. Menu-driven aperture control in the new Hy6/AFi makes work with this camera much faster and more comfortable than in previous models of the Rolleiflex 6008 Series and also eliminates the possibility of operating errors. Previous AF lenses are, of course, fully compatible with the AFi.
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What shutter speeds and flash synchronizations are available? What is the fastest shutter speed?
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The following shutter speeds and flash synch are available: 1/1000 to 32 seconds Flash sync at all speeds.
The fastest flash speed is 1/1000.
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What type of battery does it use? What charger? How can I extend the battery life?
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The current Aptus battery : 2350 mAh Power
And 3rd party Samsung SBL-160 – 1850/ 2000 mAh single-size battery.
Charger: Hähnel MCL103 or similar
The AFi back is compatible with larger SBL batteries so two batteries can be used.
The battery lasts up to 1 hour or 2000 shots. (on a single battery (in the grip)).
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Does the back utilize the ambient light sensor on the body?
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The AFi back will use ambient light sensor data from the body in an upcoming version, which will be enabled by a firmware update on the back.
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Can I use the AFi back on another camera (V-Series, RZ, RB, Large format)?
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Mamiya RZ and Universal Graflok adapters will be available in Q1 2008. Additional adapters are being developed by third party camera vendors, such as: Cambo, Alpa, Arca-Swiss and Linhof.
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Will the AFi back work on the Sinar/ Rolleiflex Hy6? If yes what are the differences?
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The Leaf AFi back can be used both on the Sinar Hy6 and on the Rolleiflex Hy6. The AFi camera uses a different battery than the one used by the Hy6
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Can the camera be controlled remotely? What features?
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Yes.
In version Leaf Capture version 11.0.1 you are able to release the shutter in both manual focus and auto focus modes. Leaf Capture version 11.0.2 will include a fully functional remote control of the camera.
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What lenses are available?
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AFD lenses: 50, 80, , 150, 180 and zoom 60–140 mm, in addition, all Rolleiflex 6008 system compatible AF and non-AF lenses
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Can I use a film back on the camera?
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Yes. 6X4.5 and 6X6 backs
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What Accessories are available?
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Viewfinders |
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Waist Level |
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90 degrees |
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45 degrees |
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EXTENSION TUBES |
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9mm |
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17mm |
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34mm |
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67mm |
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22-68mm |
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BELLOWS LENS HOOD |
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RETRO ADAPTER |
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Teleconverter
AF-Converter 1,4x HFT |
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Focusing screens |
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Clear glass |
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AF High D SCREEN |
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FILTERS |
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SKYLIGHT VI |
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SKYLIGHT 95 |
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UV VI |
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UV 95 |
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CIRCULAR POLAR 95 |
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CIRCULAR POLAR VI |
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FLASH ACCESSORIES |
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SCA 3562 |
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LENS HOODS |
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40mm F3.5 |
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50mm F2.8 |
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Distagon 50mm/60mm |
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80-250mm |
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180mm F2.8,110mm F2 |
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60-140mm f4.6 |
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PROTECTIVE CAPS |
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CAMERA BODY. FRONT |
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CAMERA BODY. REAR |
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FRONT CAP 50-250MM VI |
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FRONT CAP BAY 104
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REAR LENS CAP |
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FRONT CAP AF-VARIOGON |
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OTHERS |
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Electronic cable release |
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DIOPTER CORRECTION LENSES for WAIST LEVEL FINDER |
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-3.5, -2.5, -1.5, -0.5, +0.5, +1.5, +2.5, +3.5 |
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REAR LENS CAP |
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FRONT CAP AF-VARIOGON |
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OTHERS |
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Electronic cable release |
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DIOPTER CORRECTION LENSES for WAIST LEVEL FINDER |
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-3.5, -2.5, -1.5, -0.5, +0.5, +1.5, +2.5, +3.5 | Back to Top
Waist Level, 90° viewfinder and 45° prism will be available. Back to Top
The current Aptus battery : 2350 mAh Power And 3rd party Samsung SBL-160 – 1850/ 2000 mAh single-size battery. Charger: Hähnel MCL103 or similar The AFi back is compatible with larger SBL batteries so two batteries can be used. The battery lasts up to 1 hour or 2000 shots. (on a single battery (in the grip)). Back to Top
Back to Top
Waist Level, 90° viewfinder and 45° prism will be available. Back to Top
The current Aptus battery : 2350 mAh Power Charger: Hähnel MCL103 or similar The AFi back is compatible with larger SBL batteries so two batteries can be used. Back to Top
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REAR LENS CAP |
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FRONT CAP AF-VARIOGON |
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OTHERS |
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Electronic cable release |
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DIOPTER CORRECTION LENSES for WAIST LEVEL FINDER |
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-3.5, -2.5, -1.5, -0.5, +0.5, +1.5, +2.5, +3.5 |
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REAR LENS CAP |
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FRONT CAP AF-VARIOGON |
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OTHERS |
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Electronic cable release |
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DIOPTER CORRECTION LENSES for WAIST LEVEL FINDER |
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-3.5, -2.5, -1.5, -0.5, +0.5, +1.5, +2.5, +3.5 |
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What viewfinders are available?
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Waist Level, 90° viewfinder and 45° prism will be available.
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What is the minimum focus distance on the AFD lenses?
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The minimum focusing distance for the 80 mm Xenotar is: 2.6 feet or 0.8 meters.
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What viewfinders are available?
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Waist Level, 90° viewfinder and 45° prism are available.
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What makes the Leaf AFi different from competing digital cameras?
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• Best in class Schneider AutoFocus Digital (AFD) lenses: Specially developed for use with the Leaf AFi digital camera system. AFD lenses guarantee a resolution of 60 lp/mm (as compared to 40 lp/mm for AF lenses). This makes due allowance for the more stringent requirements made in digital photography.
• Compatibility with existing lenses: Any Rolleiflex 6008 lenses can also be used on the Leaf AFi digital camera system.
• Ultra fast performance: Unlimited burst shooting with a capture rate as high as 70 frames per minute.
• Complete control: Huge 6 x 7cm touch screen on the back for immediate control of all functions, including instant access to RAW images.
• Rotating, multi-position handgrip: 4 positions for best ergonomic fit to the shooting situation. Allows the LCD panel to be seen regardless of the position of the camera.
• Back rotation mechanism: The back can be turned from landscape to portrait position without rotating the camera.
• Future-looking: Currently the only digital camera on the market that can be used with formats up to 6x6cm. It is already equipped to accommodate future sensors with dimensions larger than 36X48mm.
• 3 Viewfinder options: Waist-level, 90° prism or 45° prism viewfinders can be used, depending on requirements and situations.
• Efficient power management: Unique power management allows single battery, double battery, or FireWire + battery use.
• Top of the line materials and design: The camera body is fabricated with a light, metal chassis and has a comfortable, ergonomically designed grip. The camera back is built with rugged airplane-grade aluminum. The Leaf AFi's surfaces are covered with a soft rubbery material that feels good to the hand, while providing a solid grip.
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What type of battery does it use? What charger? How can I extend the battery life?
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The current Aptus battery : 2350 mAh Power
Charger: Hähnel MCL103 or similar
The AFi back is compatible with larger SBL batteries so two batteries can be used.
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Can I see the histogram on the grip's LCD like on the H1/2?
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No – not currently.
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How many aperture blades do the AFD lenses have? (Bokeh)
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The AFi lenses have a 5-blade aperture.
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