When RED introduced its next-generation V-RAPTOR cinema camera, the brand advanced the product line to the DSMC3 platform with its large-format 8K sensor, RF lens support, and compact size. However, large format may not be ideal for certain production environments such as broadcast, wildlife shoots, and live events. So, B&H is pleased to announce that RED has just released the limited-edition V-RAPTOR RHINO 8K S35 cinema camera, providing native Super35 format to support wide-range zoom lenses and a compact size to fit into any environment.
Focus on Wildlife
RED had wildlife filmmakers in mind when designing the V-RAPTOR 8K S35, as filmmakers can now utilize a wide range of zoom lenses to stay far from their subjects while maintaining focus and a sharp image. The 8K S35 also sports an ultra-compact form factor and ample internal 8K recording capability to keep a roaming cinematographer’s rig light and mobile.
Broadcast and Live Events
Similarly, the wide range of zoom lenses also makes the 8K S35 a great addition to live-event broadcasting, providing numerous features such as a shallow depth of field, slow-motion capture, the ability to adjust and crop multiple frame sizes in post from a single capture, and RED Connect live 8K workflows to enhance your production process.
Same Cinema Look
While the 8K S35 supports multiple production environments, it is still a go-to for film productions wanting to create beautiful cinematic imagery with a variety of Super35 cine lenses, without the specific need for large-format lenses. The ability to capture 35MP 8K images with a wide, 16.5+ stop dynamic range allows you to create beautiful detail in shadow and light.
Technical Detail
The brain features an RF lens mount that also supports EF mount adapters, so you can utilize a full range of Canon cinema and zoom lenses. The 8K Super35-size sensor captures a 35.4MP image with up to 8192 x 4320 resolution. Its CFexpress card can record data rates up to 800 MB/s up to 480 fps at 2K and 120 fps at 8K, and it supports all REDCODE HQ/MQ/LQ raw settings. Monitor support includes dual 12G-SDI output and the RED Touch 7" LCD monitor, as well as Wi-Fi live video preview on iOS/Android devices. The camera can also be controlled via Wi-Fi or wired via USB-C, and other features include genlock, timecode, GPIO, and RS-232, providing a multitude of professional broadcast options.
Finally, you may ask: why “RHINO?” The durable aluminum brain has been manufactured with a pleasing gray color, resembling a rhinoceros in the wild, to blend into a neutral production setting.
Feel free to reach out in the Comments section, below, about the new offering from RED, or visit the product pages on bhphotovideo.com to learn more about this camera.
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