BEDFORD, MA - The CreoScitex Leaf Cantare XY digital camera back has been awarded one of the Seybold Publication Editors' Hot Picks. Seybold Editors were impressed with the unique patent pending "XY Weave" technology of the Leaf Cantare XY, which combines single-shot and multi-shot capability in one digital camera back. Using precision movement, which shifts the CCD by exactly one pixel-twelve microns-the Leaf Cantare XY makes multiple exposures through each of the pixel-dimension filters, producing complete color information for each color channel. Single-shot mode is for live photography, two-shot mode doubles the resolution of all the channels and produces full green channel information, while three-shot mode produces full color information for each of the three channels. This multi-functional digital camera back offers the advantages of both single-shot for live photography and multi-shot for high-resolution still life. This camera back is an excellent solution for studios requiring one versatile camera for both live and still life photography. "We are excited that Seybold editors have recognized this innovative Leaf technology," said Amit Shvartz, Vice President Sales and Marketing for Leaf Products. "We are convinced that this new product will promote digital photography use amongst top flight professionals." The Leaf Cantare XY was demonstrated at Seybold in the Sinar Bron booth. Leaf Cantare XY Specifications... An actively cooled CCD Provides crystal-clear Images, and a 2,048 x 3,072 pixel CCD, with an active cooling system reduces noise and enables the CCD to capture full detail and subtle tone gradations, even in the darkest shadows. Images are obtained with the highest possible quality. Leaf HDR File Format Provides a Digital Transparency with Full Data...The Leaf 16-bit High Dynamic Range (HDR) file format captures more color information than other systems. Images are stored as digital transparencies without loss of data for future processing and re-purposing. Comprehensive and Efficient Workflow from Composition to Output... Leaf software streamlines all processes for high productivity, from layout composition to final output. The LeafCapture application includes a range of comprehensive tools, such as Live Preview and digital layout for real-time composition and focusing, as well as "Rapid-Shot" for continuous shooting, "HDR Clone Brush" for retouching imperfections in the photographed subjects, "MagicAl Eraser" for eliminating aliasing, "Merge" for multiple-exposure effects, and ICC color management support. The Leaf ColorShop (optional) is a built-in professional prepress print package providing complete control over CMYK conversions, scaling and sharpening for creating (directly) high quality, ready-to-print CMYK files. Seybold Hot Picks...The annual Seybold San Francisco Conference and Exposition highlights the latest publishing technology for print, Web and cross-media publishing. The Hot Pick designation is awarded to new products, technologies and services that add obvious value to professional publishing processes and reflect the Seybold Editor's vision of where the industry is heading.