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reduction in-camera at high ISO, to preserve image quality and allow for more precise noise reduction processing in post. One of the most impressive features is its high frame rate capabilities. In 8K, it can capture 120fps in 17:9 and 150fps in a 2.4:1. As you step down the resolution, the camera windows the sensor. In 2K, it captures 480fps in 17:9 and 600fps in 2.4:1; and up to 1000fps in a 4K 8:1 crop mode. The quality of slow-motion footage is fantastic, and the V-Raptor features both pre-record – ideal for wildlife and action – and time-lapse recording. Red Raw The 16-bit R3D is the most powerful Raw codec out there, as it leaves decompression and de-Bayer for post. Settings like ISO, colour space, gamma and white balance may be altered non-destructively. The V-Raptor now uses HQ, MQ and LQ for high, medium and low quality, respectively. This simplification does give advanced users fewer options, though. For a simpler workflow, capture in 4K or 2K up to 120fps in ProRes 4444 XQ, 4444, 422 HQ, 422 and LT. For certain settings, you can record R3D and ProRes 422 HQ, 422 or LT simultaneously, depending on which CFexpress Type B card you have. Locked in The V-Raptor uses Canon’s RF mount: the same as the Red Komodo, but with a locking mechanism. And it features the same phase detection autofocus
FLAMING GOOD! Despite not having a dual ISO sensor, the V-Raptor performs well in low light, thanks to sensor size (above). Lots of control buttons on both sides, plus professional I/O options, make the Red a dream to use on set (below)
be releasing their own DSMC3 five-pin to dual XLR adapter. To power the camera, a mini V-Lock plate is built-in, and Red will be making an adapter plate for larger batteries, if these are preferred. Our tests show a 150Wh battery with Red monitor attached will last about two hours. Red has also developed a mobile app, compatible with the Komodo and V-Raptor, available free via the Apple and Google Play stores. As well as controlling a camera over Wi-Fi, it’s also possible to monitor your image with a little bit of a delay. The V-Raptor does feature a USB-C output, to which a smartphone can be directly connected – and it provides a lag- free preview via the Red Control app. This is probably the best free camera control app ever, both well-featured and really useful. Is it for you? The Red V-Raptor lives up to the hype, but whether it’s the right tool to invest in will be down to your style of film production. If you’re after 8K Monstro image quality, industry-leading internal Raw, fantastic frame rate options in a compact body and an incredible price point, the V-Raptor could be an amazing option.
introduced with the Komodo. Performance is great, but hopefully Red can develop some kind of advanced tracking system– that would make it an absolute dream for action sports filmmakers. The camera can shoot a selection of anamorphic formats. Choose from a combination of resolutions, aspect ratios and de-squeezes. However, there are no internal ND filters. Although an XL version of the V-Raptor should offer them– which Red has said is coming in 2022. The short- flange RF mount allows use of mount adapters with ND systems built-in, for when you want to use longer flange lenses, such as EF or PL. Sound advice There is an internal microphone and a five-pin input for audio. So, you can use accessories like the Wooden Camera A-Box or Beachtek DXA-Alexa breakout to get full-size XLR inputs. Red will also
“The 16-bit R3D is themost powerful Raw codec out there, as it leaves decompression for post”
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