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stream, 12-bit, uncompressed images directly to mobile 2.5" solid-state drives, with peak rates up to 200 MB/second; a 250 GB drive can store up to one hour of footage per camera. The resulting Silicon Imaging Video (.siv) footage can be seamlessly viewed and graded in Iridas FrameCycler and Speedgrade XR with look and stereo metadata applied. The files can also be exported as CinemaDNG sequences or converted to CineFormRAW 2-D or 3-D files. “The SI-3D camera system streamlines the entire stereo 3-D content-acquisition and postproduction process,” says Ari Presler, CEO of Silicon Imaging. “Combining two cameras into a single control, processing and recording platform enables shooting and instant playback like a traditional 2-D camera with the added tools needed on-set to analyze and adjust the lighting, color, flip orientation and stereo-depth effects. In post, a unified stereo file plus associated metadata can be immediately graded for dailies, edited and viewed in either 2-D or 3-D.” Additionally, Silicon Imaging has named Burbank-based Band Pro Film and Digital to be the company’s exclusive distributor in the United States and Latin America. “We’re very excited about our newest strategic partnership to expand our sales and service for the SI-2K Cinema Cameras,” says Presler. “Band Pro will bring their wealth of experience outfitting digital-cinema production equipment and will provide best-in-class technical support, education and service to our growing base of TV and filmproduction clients. Their Burbank and New York facilities are centrally located for access to studios and postproduction facilities leading the digital-acquisition and file-based-workflow transition.” Band Pro owner Amnon Band adds, “The new form of capture and workflow is the next big step in cine technology, and Band Pro will, as always, put our usual high standards of technological and educational resources behind every SI-2K camera package.” For more information, visit www.si-2k.com or www.bandpro.com. Digital Recorders from Keisoku Giken Specializing in uncompressed imaging solutions for production, post and digital-cinema environments, Keisoku Giken Co. Ltd. has introduced the UDR-100 and UDR-20S recorders. The UDR-100 is a compact, lightweight, battery-powered, uncompressed recorder designed for digital-cinema shooting. The system can be camera mounted, hand carried, kept in a backpack or further adapted to suit any shooting style, and its rugged design makes it ideally suited for action shooting with cars, motorcycles, aircraft or boats. The recorder is capable of 2K recording, and it can also be used in a stereoscopic workflow, capturing HD 4:2:2 images via two-channel HD-SDI input. The UDR100 can record to HDD Disk Pack or SSD Flash Pack, and the recorder is compati- ble with Panasonic variable frame rate and Arri data mode; it is also compatible with any camera with an HD-SDI output. Additionally, the UDR-D100 features an LCD viewer, which can be used to display menu settings or review thumbnails of the recorded images for additional peace of mind while working in the field. “We designed the UDR-D100 to be a comprehensive portable recorder that can be used in the field in multiple conditions,” says Kenji Hirano, president and CEO of Keisoku Giken. “Integrating seamlessly into the postproduction process, it is easy to use, highly versatile and provides unprecedented control to today’s digital cinematographer without requiring any sacrifices in function, features or quality.” The portable UDR-20S player and recorder can record in a variety of formats and resolutions, from two-channel HD/2K digital film up to uncompressed 4K. The system features removable media Disk Packs, and an intuitive VTR-style front panel enables easy operation. With eight channels of HD-SDI video I/Os, the UDR-20S can interface with a number of digital camera systems, and multiple units can be operated in parallel and synchronized for even higher resolution recording, such as 8K. Optional J-UDR software allows the user to control the UDR-20S remotely from a PC and convert the image data into BMP, Cineon, DPX, TIFF, QuickTime and a number of other file formats; the J-UDR controls the UDR-20S via Ethernet or fibre channel. “We call the UDR-20S the ‘Master Recorder,’ because it represents the culmination of all our research and experience in the field,” says Hirano. “It is perfectly suited to support uncompressed processing. We are thrilled by its versatility across so many different aspects and applications in 4K RGB imaging.” For more information, visit www.keisoku.co.jp. Glidecam Launches HD-Series Glidecam Industries, Inc., has introduced the re-engineered Glidecam HD-Series handheld camera stabilizers, comprising the HD-1000, HD-2000 and HD-4000. The HD-Series allows operators to capture incredibly smooth and graceful shots even when running up and down stairs or traveling over rugged terrain. Each HD-Series stabilizer features an offset foam-cushioned handle grip attached to a free-floating three-axis gimbal, which isolates the American Cinematographer 65

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