The RED Digital Film Cameras' Spec Lists Are As Big As Their Prices

The RED Digital Film Cameras' Spec Lists Are As Big As Their Prices

We've drooled over accessories for RED's digital still and motion cameras, but now we've got specs for the actual DSMCs. No release dates yet, but looks like the EPIC-X with it's $28,000 price will come first. Updated:: Lotsa pictures.

The first of the two models we're being teased with is the incredibly high-end EPIC-X which will be released in four stages, beginning with a pre-production model dubbed TATTOO and ending with the wide-spread final release model. The details explain the $28,000 price tag:

* New MYSTERIUM-X 5K sensor

* 5K (2:1) at 1-100fps

* 4K (2:1) at 1-125fps

* Quad HD at 1-120fps

* 3K (2:1) at 1-160fps

* 2K (2:1) at 1-250fps

* 1080P (scaled from full frame) at 1-60fps

* Increased Dynamic Range, reduced noise

* Time Lapse, Frame Ramping

* REDCODE 250

* ISO 200-8000

* New FLUT Color Science

* Completely Modular System, each Module individually upgradeable

* Independent Stills and Motion Modes (both record full resolution REDCODE RAW)

* 5 Axis Adjustable Sensor Plate

* Multiple Recording Media Options (Compact Flash, 1.8' SSD, RED Drives, RED RAM)

* Wireless REDMOTE control

* Touchscreen LCD control option

* Bomb-EVF, RED-EVF and RED-LCD compatible

* Multiple User Control Buttons

* Interchangeable Lens mounts including focus and iris control of electronic RED, Canon and Nikon lenses (along with Zoom data)

* 'Touch Focus Tracking' with electronic lens mounts and RED Touchscreen LCDs

* LDS and /i Data enabled PL Mount

* Rollover Battery Power

* Independent LUTs on Monitor Outputs

* Independent Frame Guides and Menu overlays on Monitor Outputs

* Monitor Ports support both LCD and EVF

* True Shutter Sync In/Out and Strobe Sync Out

* 720P, 1080P and 2K monitoring support

* Gigagbit Network interface and 802.11 Wireless interface

* 3 Axis internal motion sensor, built in GPS receiver

* Enhanced Metadata

* Full size connectors on Pro I/O Module. AES Digital Audio input, single and dual link HD-SDI

* Support for RED, most Arri 19mm, Studio 15mm, 15mm Lite, Panavision and NATO accessories

* Dimensions- Approx. 4'x4'x5.5'

* Weight (Brain only)- Approx. 6 lbs (2.72kg)

The other temptress is the Scarlet 2/3-inch, which is 'more akin to current video-shooting DSLRs, though it doesn't have a full frame sensor.' As with the EPIC-X, there's no release date given. There are some great specs though:

* Increased REDCODE data rates

* New FLUT Color, Gamma and Sensitivity Science. Now same as EPIC.

* More extensive modular system integration.

* Interchangeable Lens mounts including focus and iris control of electronic RED, Canon and Nikon lenses, along with Zoom data (Scarlet 2/3' Interchangeable)

* 'Touch Focus Tracking' with electronic lens mounts and RED touchscreen LCD's (Scarlet 2/3' Interchangeable and 8x Fixed)

* Two independent microphone level channels, balanced input circuits, 48V Phantom Power, digitized at 24-bit 48KHz.

* GigaBit Ethernet port

* Scaled 1080P at 60fps

Update: Now we've got a bunch of pictures of the gadgets to drool over (or mock):

Word is that there'll be more information at the end of the month, but that won't stop us from already fantasizing about what to do with the cameras.

(Via Gizmodo: Cameras.)

Official RED Scarlet and EPIC pics are sure to induce drool [Updated with OMG]

Official RED Scarlet and EPIC pics are sure to induce drool [Updated with OMG]

While the announcement isn't scheduled for another 7 hours and change, RED's Jim Jannard is whipping his fanbase into a frenzy with a steady stream of fragmented pictures. The one above looking every bit the 5D Mark II-killer we've been expecting. Jim's even dropping facts about Scarlet and EPIC being 'completely modular and upgradeable in every way.' What's more, he's offering hope to RED ONE owners who might feel cheated by today's introduction of Scarlet and EPIC. After all, he did promise to make 'Obsolescence Obsolete' with his modular approach to camera building. So in addition to a TBD upgrade price for RED ONE owners to make the jump to a Mysterium-X sensor, owners will also have the option of trading in their cams for a $17,500 value towards the purchase of 'any EPIC' (there's more than one?) or keep the RED ONE and receive a 12% credit on a Scarlet system. Nice... expensive, but nice. Check the gallery for all the images including one that looks like a telephoto lens for a RED DSLR.

P.S. Jim confirmed that, 'Scarlet and RED EPIC are part of the same DSMC system.' While you may not know what DSMC stands for, we're pretty sure that Canon and Nikon are well aware that DSMC means Digital Still & Motion Camera.

Update: Three-pound Scarlet and four-pound EPIC Mysterium-based 'brains' capable of shooting 3K and 5K video, respectively, pictured after the break -- choose the brain then build a system around it. What look to be final (and complete!) product shots added to the gallery.

Gallery: More RED Scarlet and EPIC pics sure to induce drool

Continue reading Official RED Scarlet and EPIC pics are sure to induce drool [Updated with OMG]

(Via Engadget.)

RED To Release Epic And Scarlet Cameras

RED To Release Epic And Scarlet Cameras

RED will release two new updated version of Epic and Scarlet cameras on November 13th, 2008. These new versions feature new incredible programs for both video cameras. FYI, the original Epic and Scarlet has been released in April 2008 as 5K and 3K resolution video cameras, respectively. The cameras are priced at $3,000 upwards.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

RED Scarlet 3K camera

RED Scarlet 3K camera

Red has finally launched its wonderful Scarlet 3K Camera. Capable of shooting in heady 3K resolution, this new camera features Red’s new 2/3 inch Mysterium X Sensor. It can shoot from 1-120fps and up to 100MB/sec REDCORE RAW HD.

Red’s Scarlet 3K Camera comes fitted with an 8x T2.8 Red zoom lens and it is compatible with almost all Red One accessories. Scarlet Camera incorporates Wi-Fi control and all the ports for HDMI, HD-SDI, Firewire 800 and USB2.

Sporting a 4.8-inch LCD, this new camera from Red offers full auto or full manual shooting modes to the user. Red’s Scarlet 3X Camera will be available in the market in the first quarter of 2009 at an estimated price of $ 3000.

(Via Image-Acquire.com.)

RED shows off 5K EPIC camera

RED shows off 5K EPIC camera

RED is really going all out at NAB this year. In addition to that Scarlet 3K 'pocket' camera, the RED ONE is getting seriously one-upped by the new top-of-the-line RED EPIC. This 5K camera has a full-frame S35mm Mysterium X sensor, and pretty much matches 35mm film resolution -- RED ONE topped out at 4K. FPS is limited to 100, which is to be expected with all those pixels to handle, but other features match that of other RED cams. Of course, the promise of the RED ONE 'rendering obsolescence obsolete' has been slightly trampled by EPIC, but the good news is that RED will allow ONE customers to trade in their cameras for a full $17,500 credit towards the EPIC when it ships in 2009. Price? About $30,000.

(Via Engadget.)

RED unveils Scarlet mini camcorder

RED unveils Scarlet mini camcorder

RED just unleashed its promised Scarlet 'pocket professional' camera at NAB 2008, and it's certainly a sight to see. The teensy 3K resolution camcorder is based on a 2 / 3-inch Mysterium X sensor, can shoot at 1 to 120 FPS and records to dual CompactFlash cards, which can handle up to 100MB per second of REDCODE RAW HD video. You can preview your shot on the 4.8-inch LCD, and there's a 8x RED zoom lens included. HMDI, HD-SDI, FireWire 800 and USB 2.0 inputs are built in, and the device is compatible with 'many' RED ONE accessories. WiFi control is also included. In typical RED fashion, the only promises about the final product is that 'specifications, delivery dates and design are subject to change... count on it,' but this is certainly a good start. No pre-orders are being accepted at this time, but the price is purportedly to going to be a bit under $3,000, and the release is slated for early 2009.

(Via Engadget.)