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Tag Archive - red
Super-duper Cameras: RED
Super-duper Cameras: RED Epic-617 Pro
You know you get those stories of things that just can’t be real; someone brings it up in conversation some time or another, the urban legend.
Ok granted, it will optimistic to think that this will be released with a year, but going on the reputation of RED – it will be released. Imagine that 28k footage – what on earth do you view that on? “umm – I will be editing the full res sequence on the surface of the moon”
| Effective Pixel Resolution | 28,000 x 9,334 |
| Color Space | 4:4:4 |
| Sensor | Sensor 168x56mm Mysterium Monstro |
| FrameRates | 28k 261MP28k: 1-30fps 9k: 1-50fps 6k: 1-100fps 5k: 1-110fps 4k: 1-125fps 3k: 1-150fps 2k: 1-250fps |
Super-duper Cameras: RED Epic-X 35
RED had their much anticipated announcement on October 30th. There was much said. But my intention here is to highlight the camera, not to review it but just to parade it – cos this is an awesome super-duper camera of note – word.
Not really sure what the cost will be in this case because of the vast configuration options. Typically you would start with the brain (sensor part) and build from there. But with RED One owners there are intensives for similar configurations when investing in this new baby. Wish I could be in that club with the cash on hand for this camera; but having said that – I am very keep the hear more about the Epic FF35 option.
| Effective Pixel Resolution | 5120 x 2700 |
| Color Space | 4:4:4 |
| Sensor | 30x15mm |
| FrameRates | 5K 2:1 – 100fps 4K 2:1 – 125 fps QuadHD 16:9 – 120 fps 3K 2:1 – 160 fps 2K 2:1 – 250 fps 1080p – 60fps |
Interesting Links:
Specdown: Red One vs Epic-X announced features
Red Update – revised specs for Epic-X camera
RED calls for ‘Helmets On’
[Credit to nicubunu for this cool photo a Creative Commons license. ]
Judging by how things are going in the global economic markets this is probably a very wise call from Jim, yet very frustrating for everyone. Why is there no quick solution? I mean it seemed to happen so quickly; the stupid economic crash, can’t it be solved quickly as well? Now it affects so many people, from the shop attendant to the business owner, the film maker, the manager, the hobbyist as well - and just seems to get worse – even with all the money thrown at it.
Anyway, RED Leader Jim says “Put your helmets on. Expect difficult times for a couple of years ” oh man; a couple of years??
But Jim did say “We are continuing to progress, but now at a normal rate. My decision. I expect this to impact delivery schedules somewhat.”
Which is good, and brave. It is an opportunity, I think, particularly in the Market that RED operates becauase for what they offer they are incredibly well priced and most likely a solution to many budget stressed film makers – as in bigger budget film makers (not me, clear throat and look nervious)
I wish RED all the best, I watch them the the developements with lots of anticipation and wonder 
really I do.
No NAB for RED
oh well.
Words from Jim:
RED has decided to skip NAB 2009. We will hold our own RED DAY when we feel we are ready to present the new systems and when they are fully ready to showcase. Date and location will be announced in future.
A minor delay by a major part vendor will not mean much to the delivery schedules but would mean too many non-working prototypes at NAB… which we find unacceptable.
As usual, we will keep you posted on info as we can.
While this may not mean much in the big scheme of things like the actual release date of RED’s cameras as apposed to an event’s date, it’s still kind of cool to have a target in mind when thinking of cool stuff. Like Christmas.
Just like a kid, eagerly anticipating Christmas; filled with wonder about what I might receive. What I asked for or something better. Guessing what it may be. Reading the rumours, making the rumours. hehehehehe.
But now with guys like RED, Apple etc pulling out of Expo and conferences because they don’t what their announcements held hostage to the Expo and conferences dates; guys like me can’t aim for the possible surprises like a kid watching the calender for Christmas. pity.
Yet, with the way RED run the show in the forums, it can feel like Christmas will happen any day, wahooo.
Still I was a bit bummed out by the MacWorld announcements and I doubt there will be anything from Apple at NAB regarding Phenomenon or Final Cut Studio 3. Hmmm, maybe tomorrow
living on the edge
RED FAQ
Interested in RED One, Epic or Scarlet?
Do yourself a favour and check out RED’s FAQ Page
One thing I found interesting is the difference between S35 and FF35; here is what RED said (really worth it):
In examining the two families, Scarlet and EPIC, it is apparent that there is crossover on the S35 and FF35 sensors. The Scarlet versions of these sensors are designed to handle a wide variety of cine applications and will likely become the most commonly used cameras for independent film making, music videos, commercials and anywhere an HD video camera might have been considered. Frame rates allow up to 30fps, with brief bursts for slow motion effect. At lower resolutions, higher frame rates are available for further options. Still performance at 13.8 and 24MP, respectively, will target Scarlet DSMC S35 and FF35 as the “go to” camera when both stills and motion are required. Conversely, EPIC versions of S35 and FF35 are all about frame rate and data rate. Hand machined, versus cast, bodies will be designed for day in/ day out professional on-set use, while the larger, more robust bodies, will have additional electronics and cooling systems that will allow the incredible frame rates of EPIC. At 5K and 6K, respectively, EPIC will be able to run at 100 fps! At 2K, EPIC FF35 will be able to run at an amazing 350fps. Remarkably, and the great …
Mysterium Monstro 617 vs DV PAL
Ok this is NOT comparing apples with apples, more like comparing the latest Fighter Jet with apples – but it is fun none the less 
There is a really cool resolution chart for all the RED formats over at Reduser.
The millimeter measurements work out exactly to be 3/500th of the pixel resolution.
So everything other than resolution aside:
DV PAL works out to 4.32mm x 3.456mm on this scale.
Compared to the 168mm x 56mm representation of the RED EPIC’s 617 Pro 28,000 x 9,334
Thats 38.889 times more horizontal resolution and 16.204 times more vertical resolution than DV PAL.
Awesome.
Ok that was fun, back to the real world …
RED 617 Mysterium Monstro sensor AWESOMENESS
You got to hand it to the Leaders at RED: they are the best marketers in the business. You go RED, you go Big Time.
Like this bit of “Interesting Information …” of awesomeness from Jim himself at RED Recon:
There are more pixels in the RED 617 Mysterium Monstro sensor (261,352,000) than there are rods and cones in both your eyes (126,000,000 x 2 eyes = 252,000,000). Just in case you were wondering…
Jim
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“Everything in life changes… including our camera specs and delivery dates…”
“Everything in life changes… including our camera specs and delivery dates…”
