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InStudio
NINJA V and NINJA V+ support both HDMI
and SDI RAW recording from Sony's FX6
A
TOMOS is introducing a feature
to expand recording options for
Sony's FX6 full-frame Cinema Line
camera. With Sony's latest firmware
release (v.2.00) for the FX6, it's
possible to record Apple ProRes RAW
over HDMI to the NINJA V and NINJA
V+. This update marks a world first for
a single camera package to use both
SDI and HDMI RAW recording options.
The addition of RAW out via HDMI
on Sony's FX6 marks a turning point
in camera functionality. To this point
the convention has been for compact
cameras to output RAW via SDI only.
ATOMOS is leading the market to
develop and introduce the ability to
record ProRes RAW via HDMI. It is
an advancement that highlights the
flexibility of the NINJA V platform and
creates opportunity for filmmakers to
mix and match ProRes RAW recording
between different camera setups
across Sony's Cinema Line. The NINJA
V and NINJA V+ provides the entry
point for Sony's FX3 and FX6 to use
HDMI with resolutions up to 4.2K and
up to 60fps.
The ability to record ProRes RAW
over HDMI with the NINJA V/V+ on
Sony's FX3 has been an established
and very popular feature. Until the
update, Sony's FX6 has only been able
to record ProRes RAW when combined
with the NINJA V/V+ over SDI. This
has required customers invest in the
AtomX SDI expansion module for
the NINJA V/V+. For SDI users there
continue to be definite advantages to
using SDI connections. With the release
of this new feature, it is successfully
bridging the technology gap and
provides a path for filmmakers to
make the most of Sony's Cinema Line
Cameras. In practice, anyone recording
ProRes RAW over HDMI with the NINJA
V/V+ on Sony's FX3, will find the
experience of ProRes RAW with the
NINJA V/V+ over HDMI on Sony's FX6
identical. The choice to then introduce
SDI connections represents a much
smaller step up than it has in the past.
This HDMI RAW update requires Sony's
FX6 camera to be updated to firmware
version v2.00 and AtomOS firmware
v10.72 or above.
ProRes RAW over HDMI with
the
NINJA V/V+ when combined with
Sony's FX3 and FX6 supports
4.2K up to 60fps. The NINJA
V+ Pro Kit/ NINJA V+ and
SDI module with SDI RAW
Activation further extends
support for 4K up to 120fps.
For customers who would like
the choice of SDI connectivity need
to add the SDI module to the NINJA
V/V+.
For RAW support, including HDMI
cross conversion, activation of the
supplemental RAW license can
be completed online using the
https://my.atomos.com portal.
" We're committed to
provide
filmmakers across the world
with innovative solutions. The
introduction of ProRes RAW recording
over HDMI to the popular FX6 camera
The Benefits of Linking
M
ini
PAGlink
is
PAG's
new
system of high-end, broadcast
camera batteries that features all the
benefits of its established intelligent
linking technology, in a smaller and
lighter package. They can be used to
power a wider range of cameras and
feature essential outputs for camera
accessories.
The concept of PAGlink intelligent
battery linking isn't new, but for
those who are not familiar with the
technology it is helpful to explain the
benefits and dispel the myths.
Intelligent
battery linking
allows
you to control the capacity and
weight of the power source to suit
any application. If you are shooting
handheld, individual batteries
will keep things light. If your setup
includes multiple accessories,
requiring more power, you can create
a 200Wh or a 300Wh power source
by linking batteries that have flightfriendly
capacities; this is preferable
to using individual batteries that have
capacities greater than 160Wh, which
are banned from passenger aircraft.
Instead of leaving your spare battery
in the camera bag, you
can start your day's
shooting with two, fullycharged
batteries on your
camera. Batteries of any
rated capacity, in any
state-of-charge, can be
linked to provide power,
their
capacities
safely
combined. This is one of
the foremost technological
achievements of PAGlink.
It increases your runtime
and means fewer
battery changes, but
also allows current to be
drawn from both batteries
simultaneously, which
increases the overall
capability to 12A, ideal
from Sony proves our commitment
to support our customers, help them
progress and exceed expectations in
the pursuit of their creative dreams, " -
Estelle McGechie, CEO, Atomos.
https://www.atomos.com
added to or removed from the
bus bar to deliver the current
required. Linked batteries
within 20% SoC will discharge
simultaneously, rather than
sequentially. The rear battery
does not automatically
discharge first, so you are
not carrying around dead
weight. As long as the 'master'
remains connected, batteries
may be added or hot-swapped
in order to achieve continuous
running, without the need for
a separate plate.
Batteries
of any rated
Picture courtesy:
www.ianmcgrew.com
for powering a camera and multiple
accessories. Sharing the current
load extends the overall life of Li-ion
batteries and provides a better ROI.
Mini PAGlink batteries are guaranteed
for 2 years, with unlimited cycles
during that period.
Linked PAGlink batteries form a
network which allows communication
between them, ensuring that a
safe protocol is followed under all
circumstances. The first battery in
the stack automatically becomes the
'master' and remains active, even
when not delivering current. It uses
the power available efficiently, and
prevents a transfer of charge between
batteries. Batteries are electronically
capacity, in any SoC, can be
stacked together for charging.
Up to 10 MPL batteries can be
stacked on each position. The
most discharged batteries will receive
current first, until all the batteries
have a similar SoC (within 20%); they
will then be charged simultaneously.
For the fastest overall charge time,
stack batteries that have a similar SoC
together.
For more information visit:
https://www.paguk.com

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