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Video Devices PIX-E5H 5" 4K Recording Video Monitor

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Video Devices PIX-E5H 5" 4K Recording Video Monitor
Key Features
  • 5" 1920 x 1080 Touchscreen Display
  • Record DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) up to 30 fps
  • Record 1080p up to 120 fps
  • Simultaneous 4K ProRes and 1080p H.264
Compact and powerful, the Video Devices PIX-E5H 5" 4K Recording Video Monitor can record 4K video over HDMI to SpeedDrive SSDs. Not only is the PIX-E5H a powerful recorder, it also has a built-in 5" 1920 x 1080 resolution touchscreen for monitoring framing, checking focus, and displaying scopes. Video Devices designed the PIX-E series of recorders to be compact so you can use them with small cameras and camcorders without weighing them down excessively.
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Video Devices PIX-E5 Overview

Compact and powerful, the Video Devices PIX-E5H 5" 4K Recording Video Monitor can record 4K video over HDMI to SpeedDrive SSDs. Not only is the PIX-E5H a powerful recorder, it also has a built-in 5" 1920 x 1080 resolution touchscreen for monitoring framing, checking focus, and displaying scopes. Video Devices designed the PIX-E series of recorders to be compact so you can use them with small cameras and camcorders without weighing them down excessively.

Firmware update v3.00 also adds the capability to simultaneously record an edit-ready 4K ProRes file (MOV) to the SpeedDrive and 1080p H.264 file (MP4) to an SD card. This is useful for dailies and other applications. If you have a LUT active during simultaneous recording, it will be baked into the H.264 file only and will not affect the ProRes recording. This allows you to record a ProRes master file for editing and Rec.709 H.264 file for client viewing. 4K to 1080p downscaling happens automatically during simultaneous 4K/1080p recording. The update also enables H.264 recording with a timecode stamp to the SpeedDrive and/or SD card.

As a subsidiary of Sound Devices, Video Devices implemented a few pro-audio features as well. Aside from being able to record audio from the digital video connections, the PIX-E5H has analog audio inputs in the form of 3.5mm jacks. To expand the pro-audio capabilities of the PIX-E5H, a separately available XLR audio mixer with meters can screw into the bottom 1/4"-20 tapped hole.

PIX-E5H Features
Video Recording
The PIX-E5H can record resolutions up to DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) from HDMI sources in the Apple ProRes format in up to 422 HQ. DCI 4K and UHD 4K formats can be recorded at frame rates up to 30 fps and HD footage can be recorded at up to 120p for slow motion or projects requiring higher frame rates. All inputs have a loop-through output which can go to a client or director's monitor.
Simultaneous 4K ProRes & 1080p H.264 Recording
Firmware update v3.00 adds the ability to simultaneously record a 4K ProRes file and 1080p H.264 file for dailies and other applications. Any active LUT gets baked into the H.264 file but not the ProRes recording, allowing you to have a ProRes master file for editing and Rec.709 H.264 file for client presentation. The new update also enables H.264 recording with a timecode stamp to the SpeedDrive and/or SD card.
High-Resolution LCD Touchscreen and Controls
With a bright 1920 x 1080 resolution touchscreen IPS LCD, the PIX-E5H can display scopes clearly, as well as perform precise punch-ins for focus confirmation. The capacitive touchscreen can be used to navigate menus as well as direct the focus punch-in area. Even though the large touchscreen is convenient, Video Devices has also implemented their intuitive, classic rotary encoder menu navigation style found on the PIX-240i as well as their classic tactile dome-shaped buttons so you can change your settings without putting fingerprints on the screen. For durability, the glass on top of the LCD panel is Gorilla Glass 2 which is scratch and shatter resistant.
SpeedDrive Media
The PIX-E records to affordable and fast SpeedDrives. SpeedDrives are based on industry standard mSATA drives contained within a custom-designed USB 3.0 enclosure. The SpeedDrive, which plugs directly into the PIX-E, can double as a standard USB 3.0 thumb drive for high speed offload to any computer without the need for a special cable or drive docking station. SpeedDrives can be bought stand-alone or as an enclosure to hold a 3rd party mSATA drive for more capacity options.
Powering
The PIX-E5H can operate off external 10 to 34 VDC or with readily available Sony L-mount batteries. If you switch power sources during operation, the PIX-E5H will seamlessly switch without causing a shutdown.

Video Devices PIX-E5 Specs

Display
Panel Type
IPS-Type LCD
Display Size
5.0" / 12.7 cm
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Viewing Angle
Horizontal: 179°
Maximum Brightness
500 nits / cd/m2
Contrast Ratio
1000:1
Pixels Per Inch (ppi)
441 ppi
I/O
Video
1 x HDMI Type A Output
1 x HDMI Type A Input
Embedded Audio
HDMI: 2-Channel
Audio I/O
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Input
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Output
Built-In Speaker
No
Power I/O
1x Barrel Input
Card Slot
No
Recording
Camera Trigger
HDMI
Encoding Formats
4096 x 2160
ProRes 4444 XQ, 422, LT, Proxy, HQ at up to 30 fps
H.264 at up to 30 fps
3840 x 2160
ProRes 4444 XQ, 422, LT, Proxy, HQ at up to 30 fps
H.264 at up to 30 fps
1920 x 1080
ProRes 4444 XQ, 422, LT, Proxy, HQ at up to 120 fps
H.264 at up to 120 fps
1280 x 720
ProRes 4444 XQ, 422, LT, Proxy, HQ at up to 120 fps
H.264 at up to 120 fps
Maximum Audio Tracks
6
Recording Media
1 x M.2 SSD (SATA III)
1 x SDHC (UHS-I)
Power
DC Input Power
10 to 34 VDC
Battery Type
2x L-Series
General
Dimensions
5.4 x 3.4 x 1.6" / 137 x 86 x 41 mm (Including )
Weight
0.9 lb / 425.00 g, Including
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.95 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.819 x 8.11 x 4.252"

Video Devices PIX-E5 Reviews

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Can H.264 recordings be done at a higher bit rate ...

Can H.264 recordings be done at a higher bit rate than 10mbs or are they only intended as proxy files for viewing?
Asked by: Joel
We're afraid not. The highest recording level for H.264 is 10 Mb/s.
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2019-06-03

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Will you be able to record to the internal SD card on the GH4 as well as output through HD MI to the PIX-E5H?
Asked by: Dan P.
Only in 8-bit. When outputting 10-bit via HDMI, internal recording is disabled.
Answered by: Andrew T.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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Can we expect UHD 60p and HEVC in a firmware update?
Asked by: Raymond
Here is a link to the latest firmware update. http://bit.ly/2tr12wQ No further updates have been announced at this time.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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What color subsampling is used when recording MP4?
Asked by: Dean F.
It is our understanding the subsampling of this device in MP4 is 4:2:0.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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Can the PIX-E5H be configured to record audio only?
Asked by: Raymond
Sorry but that is not possible with this device.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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does this work with the fuji x-t2?
Asked by: Valentino
Yes it does. I am using it with X-T2. You can record F-LOG and load F-LOG to REC 709 LUT to the PIX-E5H so you can expose easier when not using lightmeter or 40 IRE card. Only thing which does not work for me is 1 button recording. PIX-E5H does not start recording when I hit record on X-T2. So you have to press record twice. Once on X-T2 and once on PIX-E5H. Not big deal.
Answered by: Lukas L.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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does this work with sony fs5 upgrade
Asked by: Casey
The PIX-E5H has an HDMI input for recording only. It will work with the FS5 through HDMI for recording 4K. However the FS5 RAW Upgrade is for the camera's SDI outputs and also requires a recorder that can process the RAW signal, the PIX-E5H will not work for that I'm afraid.
Answered by: Joseph P.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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Is a SpeedDrive enclosure included?
Asked by: Jonathan
No - purchase separately
Answered by: Eric P.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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