RED Komodo 6K Digital Cinema Camera

RED’s Komodo is a compact 6K Digital Cinema Camera. It has a Global Shutter and RF mount.

Description

The Red KOMODO is a compact 6K Digital Cinema Camera. For example, it weighs just 900 grams (2.1 lb) and measures roughly 4 x 4 x 4″. Included is a Canon RF lens mount and the KOMODO 19.9MP Super35 CMOS Global Shutter sensor. This sensor can create images with 16+ stops dynamic range. Also eliminating rolling shutter artefacts. Finally, record 6K at 40 fps, 5K at 48 fps, 4K at 60 fps. Also 2K at 120 fps in Redcode RAW.

CFast 2.0 media provides data rates up to 280 MB/s. Also, a top 2.9″ 1440 x 1440 touchscreen makes it easy to configure and monitor footage. Alternatively, use the Red Control system with an iOS or Android device for preview and settings. This is possible through integrated 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi. In addition, wired control is also possible via the USB Type-C port and optional adapters.

The Canon RF lens mount makes KOMODO compatible with a vast range of lenses. This is through the use of adapters. For example, EF lenses via the included adapter. Also, the mount will natively support mechanical RF lenses.  Finally, optional electronic EF-to-RF mount adapters will support PL-mount lenses.

A first for Red is the ability to use Phase-Detect Autofocus with compatible lenses. This includes adapted Canon EF-mount lenses used with a separately available EF-to-RF adapter.  In addition, use the touchscreen for quickly changing focus and selecting subjects.

Recording Formats

Komodo has the ability to capture up to 6K at 40 fps using the powerful 16-bit Redcode RAW format. Also, simplified compression options give users a choice between HQ, MQ, and LQ. For example, each compression is variable from low to high. In addition, Raw supports 5K 48 fps, 4K 60 fps, and 2K 120 fps. Alternatively record in Apple ProRes 422 HQ and standard 422. This is available with DCI 4K up to 60 fps or DCI 2K up to 120 fps.

The KOMODO features an array of ports and connections. For example, integrated stereo microphones and a 3.5mm input for audio. Also, an EXT port provides Genlock, timecode, GPIO and RS232. Finally, a 12G-SDI port will support up to DCI 4K at 60 fps in 10-bit 4:2:2.

Features:

RED Komodo Features:

  • RED 6K S35 Sensor (6144 x 3160 resolution).
  • Global Shutter.
  • Weighing just over 900 grams (2 lb). The KOMODO 6K’s power options include two lightweight Canon BP-9 batteries. Alternatively, use a V-Lock battery, or an AC power supply.
  • C-Fast Recording.
  • Capture at rates up to 280 MB/s on RED PRO or qualified third-party CFast 2.0 cards.
  • REDCODE RAW file format offers the versatility without burdensome storage requirements. In addition, edit on many NLE systems without transcoding.
  • For proxy files or quicker turnaround times than raw files. Apple ProRes can be recorded at 4K and 2K resolutions at rates up to 120 fps (2K).
  • Supports 3D LUTs and RED colour science.
  • Integrated 2.9″ touchscreen LCD screen for video preview and camera control.

RED Komodo Tech Specs:

SENSOR TYPEKOMODO™ 19.9 MP SUPER 35MM GLOBAL SHUTTER CMOS
EFFECTIVE PIXELS6144 X 3240
SENSOR SIZE27.03 MM X 14.26 MM (DIAGONAL: 30.56MM)
DYNAMIC RANGE16+ STOPS
MOUNT TYPEACCEPTS CANON RF MOUNT-BASED LENS ADAPTORS FOR DIVERSE LENS CHOICES
SUPPORTS CANON EF WITH FULL ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION VIA COMPATIBLE CANON RF MOUNT ADAPTERS, AND SUPPORTS MECHANICALLY OPERATED RF LENSES (ELECTRONIC CONTROL OF CANON RF LENSES NOT SUPPORTED AT THIS TIME) [1]
MAX DATA RATESUP TO 280 MB/S USING RED PRO CFAST OR OTHER QUALIFIED CFAST 2.0 MEDIA CARDS
REDCODE® RAW MAX FRAME RATES40 FPS AT 6K 17:9 (6144 X 3240)
50 FPS AT 6K 2.4:1 (6144 X 2592)
48 FPS AT 5K 17:9 (5120 X 2700)
60 FPS AT 4K 17:9 (4096 X 2160)
120 FPS AT 2K 17:9 (2048 X 1080)
PLAYBACK FRAME RATES (PROJECT TIME BASE)23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 FPS, ALL RESOLUTIONS
BEST AVAILABLE REDCODE® SETTINGSREDCODE HQ, MQ AND LQ AT 6K 17:9 (6144 X 3240) UP TO 40 FPS
REDCODE HQ, MQ AND LQ AT 4K 17:9 (4096 X 2160) UP TO 60 FPS
REDCODE HQ, MQ AND LQ AT 2K 17:9 (2048 X 1080) UP TO 120 FPS
REDCODE® RAW
ACQUISITION FORMATS2
6K 17:9 (6144 X 3240), 2.4:1 AND 16:9
5K 17:9 (5120 X 2700)
4K 17:9 (4096 X 2160)
2K 17:9 (2048 X 1080)
APPLE PRORES4K (4096 × 2160) AT PRORES 422 HQ AND PRORES 422 UP TO 60 FPS
2K (2048 × 1080) AT PRORES 422 HQ AND PRORES 422 UP TO 120 FPS
CONSTRUCTIONALUMINUM ALLOY
WEIGHT2.10 LBS (WITHOUT BODY CAP AND CFAST CARD)

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