FX3 Netflix approval, RED V-RAPTOR XL, Atomos Stream
FX3 Netflix approval, RED V-RAPTOR XL, Atomos Stream
Welcome to the latest episode of our weekly roundup of news from the TV and film industry.
This week we are featuring the addition of the Sony FX3 to the Netflix approved cameras list, the upcoming V-RAPTOR XL from RED and the Atomos Stream - the companies latest expansion to their cloud solution.
FX3 Netflix approval
Netflix has expanded their certified camera list to include the most compact cinema camera from Sony. The compact, but very capable Sony FX3 is now Netflix certified and joins the elite ranks of fellow Sony cameras such as the VENICE, the VENICE 2, F55, FX9 and many others to be used on Netflix commissioned content. The approved settings for Netflix originals include 4K UHD resolution of 3840 x 2160 recorded in the 10bit XAVC-S All-I codec. Thanks to the latest firmware version 2.0, the FX3 can now benefit from the CINE EI mode, which is also required by Netflix, in addition to using either S-gamut3 Cine / Slog3 or Sgamut3. Users also need to select either Base ISO of 800 or 12800 and shoot in either 23.98, 30fps, or 60 frames per second. This certification is a welcomed addition especially for documentary and low budget filmmakers looking to use the FX3 as either A or B cam in their productions.
RED V-RAPTOR XL
RED Digital Cinema has just officially unveiled their new flagship DSMC3 camera - the V-RAPTOR 8K Vista Vision. The bigger brother to the already available V-Raptor, the new XL version shares the same Vista Vision sensor capable of 17+ stops dynamic range and the ability to record 8K up to 120 frames per second and 4K up to 240 frames per second in Redcode RAW. The new V-Raptor XL also shares the ability to stream in 1080p as well as the Phase Detection Autofocus, however it adds more advanced connectivity options such as wireless genlock and timecode, more outputs, and a dedicated interchangeable PL lens mount system. The big new feature in the XL is the built-in electronic ND filter system with options ranging from 2 to 7 stops.
Atomos Stream
Atomos has launched the first streaming service from their Cloud Studio Live cloud platform. Atomos Stream allows users to stream directly from their Zato or Shogun Connect, or the Atomos Connect module when used with the Ninja V and V+ to popular streaming platforms such as Twitch and Youtube. The company also states they are planning to expand this service to Facebook Live in the near future. Also, the aforementioned Connect module as well as Zato Connect and Shogun Connect are currently shipping, and the company also plans to expand the Cloud Studio service to include Atomos Live Production sometime in September. Atomos also recently announced their Connect line will support NDI technology for low-latency bi-directional IP workflows via a license later in the year.
