Sinar launched its new Sinar Hy6 medium format digital camera system. The Sinar Hy6 is a result of joint efforts from Sinar, Jenoptik and Franke & Heidecke (Rolleiflex). The Hy6 supports both digital and conventional film backs and the 6x6 cm medium-format size is ideal for professionals.

The Sinar Hy6 is based on an 'open system' design which makes it open to advancements and one can also insert image sensors of up to 56x56 mm. Flash speeds are up to 1/1000 second and one can operate the camera by using the controls on the camera or remotely via computer by using the Sinar CaptureShop™ software.

"The Sinar Hy6 embodies the technological know-how, precision engineering and manufacturing of three world-renowned companies whose single objective was to create a medium-format camera system that is intuitive in design and second to none in performance," said Cathy Strobel, President, Sinar Bron Imaging. "A fully integrated digital system, the Sinar Hy6 will support the entire Sinar digital product line-up."

The Sinar Hy6/Sinarback eMotion 75LV medium-format digital camera system will begin shipping in the U.S. in mid-July with a suggested catalog price of $32,500.