MOS is the raw format from Leaf digital backs, used on medium-format studio cameras for maximum image quality.
MOS opens in Capture One, Leaf Capture and Lightroom; convert to DNG/TIFF for archiving.
Maximum dynamic range and editing latitude.
Recover highlights and shadows non-destructively.
Keep the untouched original alongside exports.
| ✔ Strengths | ✖ Limitations |
|---|---|
| Maximum editing latitude | No transparency support |
| Limited support — may need converting | |
| Needs raw-capable software |
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MOS is the raw format from Leaf digital backs, used on medium-format studio cameras for maximum image quality.
MOS opens in Capture One, Leaf Capture and Lightroom; convert to DNG/TIFF for archiving.
MOS is an unprocessed raw container, so no detail is discarded.
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No — MOS doesn't store transparency; convert to PNG or WEBP if you need it.