Video Chat with a Pro Video Expert - Live

RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2 BRAIN with DRAGON-X 5K S35 Sensor (2018 Unified DSMC2 Lineup)

BH #REDSMC2DX5K • MFR #710-0317-OLD
RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2 BRAIN with DRAGON-X 5K S35 Sensor (2018 Unified DSMC2 Lineup)
Key Features
  • 5K Super 35mm CMOS Sensor
  • 5120 x 2700 Recording up to 96 fps
  • REDCODE RAW, ProRes, and DNx Recording
  • High-Speed Recording up to 300 fps in 2K
Bundling high-performance raw video recording in a compact camera body, the RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2 BRAIN with DRAGON-X 5K S35 Sensor is part of RED's 2018 unified DSMC2 lineup. Nearly limitless lens options are available for the DSMC2 system. While this camera requires a separately available lens mount, DSMC lens mounts themselves are offered in different varieties for compatibility with a wide array of lens systems.
No Longer Available
Ask an Expert
800.831.2434

RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2 BRAIN Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Firmware 7.3.0
  • 3DRAGON-X 5K S35 Sensor
  • 4REDCODE RAW
  • 5Apple ProRes and Avid DNx Formats
  • 6DSMC2 Form Factor
  • 7Color Management

Bundling high-performance raw video recording in a compact camera body, the RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2 BRAIN with DRAGON-X 5K S35 Sensor is part of RED's 2018 unified DSMC2 lineup. Nearly limitless lens options are available for the DSMC2 system. While this camera requires a separately available lens mount, DSMC lens mounts themselves are offered in different varieties for compatibility with a wide array of lens systems.

REDCODE RAW is the format of choice for DSMC2 cameras. RED's versatile raw codec uses wavelet compression to reduce data rates while maintaining a visually lossless image rendering. This efficient codec can be edited on many available NLE software programs without transcoding, though if you prefer you can record to ProRes or DNx as well. Lowering the recording resolution allows the sensor to capture higher frame rates for dramatic slow-motion footage. The DSMC2 cameras use sensor windowing to record slow motion in lower resolutions, requiring wider or smaller-format lenses to compensate for the additional crop. Recording rates range from 12 fps and up, including 24/25/30/48/50/60 fps and higher.

Firmware 7.3.0
With the advent of firmware 7.3.0, the DRAGON-X sensor becomes a 6K sensor with a resolution of 6144 x 3160 that can shoot at up to 75 fps. If your camera does not have Firmware 7.3.0 or later, you can download it from RED Digital Cinema.
DRAGON-X 5K S35 Sensor
The DRAGON-X 5K Super 35mm sensor is a 13.8MP CMOS sensor that features a dynamic range of 16.5+ stops and a resolution of 5120 x 2700.
REDCODE RAW
The cornerstone of RED's workflow is the robust REDCODE RAW file format. Using wavelet compression with ratios ranging from 2:1 to 22:1, REDCODE RAW offers the versatility of raw files without the overwhelming storage requirements of uncompressed image data. Since REDCODE RAW has been around since the days of the RED ONE cinema camera, many common NLE software programs including Adobe Premiere Pro, Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve, Apple Final Cut Pro, and Avid Media Composer can import and edit REDCODE RAW footage without transcoding, saving production time in the edit suite. Capture rates range from 12 fps and up, including 24/25/30/48/50/60 fps and higher options.

Note: Not all compression ratios are available at all resolutions and frame rates

Apple ProRes and Avid DNx Formats
For projects requiring proxy files or quicker turnaround times than raw files permit, Apple ProRes or Avid DNx formats can be recorded at 4K and 2K resolutions directly to the onboard MINI-MAG media. Since these debayered video files can be recorded alongside the raw files, no extra time is required for transcoding the proxies. Bring the debayered files straight into your NLE and begin editing.
DSMC2 Form Factor
Like the preceding DSMC cameras, RED designed the DSMC2 camera line to be modular to fit a wide range of production workflows. Smaller and lighter than the original DSMC design, when stripped down to the BRAIN itself, you have a high-resolution gimbal workhorse. Likewise, add DSMC2 modules to the rear to gain professional I/O connections and battery power. Many other parts of the DSMC2 design are meant to be interchangeable. Swap out the lens mounts to open up new libraries of lenses. Exchange the included standard OLPF (Optical Low-Pass Filter) for alternative image renderings at the sensor level. Mount an EVF without cables that can get snagged, or use a separately available adapter to attach RED LCDs via LEMO cable. Since the DSMC2 form factor is standardized, any accessories that you have for this DSMC2 body will work with any other DSMC2 body, should you upgrade or acquire an additional body in the future.
Color Management
Supports 33x33x33, 32x32x32, 26x26x26, and 17x17x17 3D LUTs
Variable number of 3D LUT outputs with DSMC2 expander module
User-programmable shaper 1D LUTs
Tetrahedral interpolation, 16-bit processing

RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2 BRAIN Specs

Lens Communication
Yes
Built-In ND Filter
No
Advertised Dynamic Range
16.5 Stops
Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Video Connectors
No
Audio Connectors
No
Power Connectors
No
Tripod Mounting Thread
1/4"-20 Female
3/8"-16 Female
Accessory Mounting Thread
17x 1/4"-20
Material of Construction
Aluminum
Packaging Info
Package Weight
12.56 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.1 x 12.6 x 12.3"

RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2 BRAIN Reviews

See any errors on this page? Let us know

Having trouble with setting up a second monitor ...

Having trouble with setting up a second monitor with a HDMI connection with a The Big RD monitor, help!
Asked by: Kelly
Hey Kelly, If you are using the side POGO port, it will cut off feed to an HDMI connection or vice versa. If you are not using the side POGO port, there might be an issue with your HDMI port. Please submit a ticket at www.red.com/support Thanks, Andrew
Answered by: RED Digital Cinema
Date published: 2019-12-18

Can I shoot 5k and 6k raw at 24fps?

Can I shoot 5k and 6k raw at 24fps?
Asked by: Levi
You can shoot 24p at all resolutions.
Answered by: Dennis A
Date published: 2019-09-25

I currently own a DSMC2 Scarlet-W and a set of ...

I currently own a DSMC2 Scarlet-W and a set of Sony CineAlta Six Lens Kit. Will this brain sensor size work with this lens kit?
Asked by: Christian
The Sony CineAlta Lenses cover a Super 35mm sensor. This camera has a Super 35mm sensor, those lenses will cover the sensor. You will just need to add a PL mount, B&H # WO175900, to the camera. https://bhpho.to/2I7Hzpm
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2019-05-30

Do the new DSMC2 lineup of cameras have built in ...

Do the new DSMC2 lineup of cameras have built in scratch audio?
Asked by: Colton
Yes
Answered by: Jordan
Date published: 2018-11-09

question

Will Movcam DSMC2 Base Kit fit onto this RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2 BRAIN with GEMINI 5K S35 Sensor camera?
Asked by: Suu S.
yes
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2018-10-24
  • y_2020, m_5, d_1, h_12CST
  • bvseo_bulk, prod_bvqa, vn_bulk_3.0.5
  • cp_1, bvpage1
  • co_hasquestionsanswers, tq_5
  • loc_en_US, sid_1445146, prod, sort_[SortEntry(order=LAST_APPROVED_ANSWER_SUBMISSION_TIME, direction=DESCENDING)]
  • clientName_bhphotovideo