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Why the Ninja TX comes out on top For hybrid image makers, the flagship five-inch Atomos Ninja TX
There are some bits of kit that quickly become an essential part of your workflow. You don’t always notice them at first, but once they’re part of your life, everything else feels like a compromise. That’s exactly why the Atomos Ninja TX has been voted best on-camera monitor in offers connectivity and professional monitoring that can’t be matched
the Photography News Awards. Photography News readers are
demanding image makers – photographers who shoot stills and video, content creators who work quickly and professionals who need gear that simply delivers. The Ninja TX won because it solves real problems, improves image quality at capture and streamlines modern workflows in ways that genuinely matter. At the heart of the Ninja TX is its five- inch, 1500-nit HDR touchscreen, which is a major leap forward over camera LCDs. In bright sunlight, on location or in fast-moving situations, being able to clearly see focus, exposure and colour is critical. The Ninja TX’s screen isn’t just bright but accurate, with true ‘what you see is what you get’ monitoring that gives photographers and hybrid shooters confidence before pressing the shutter or hitting record. It also has integrated camera control,
allowing adjustment of key settings including aperture, shutter speed
and ISO directly from the touchscreen. But the Ninja TX isn’t just about seeing better but capturing better, too. For video, it can take the output from your camera and record it in your choice of codecs such as Apple ProRes, ProRes RAW, Avid Dnx, H.265 and H.264, all pre-loaded with no licence fees. That flexibility means users can choose edit-ready files for speed, or RAW for maximum quality and grading latitude, depending on the job.
GET CONNECTED The Ninja TX has a huge array of connectivity options, records to a CFexpress card and offers lots of monitoring tools
One of the biggest upgrades is the move to CFexpress Type B media, alongside USB-C recording. This brings faster, more reliable performance than older SSD-based systems and opens the door to up to 8K RAW recording,
sync over RF or Bluetooth, the Ninja TX can act as a central hub to keep cameras, audio recorders and monitors perfectly aligned. For multi-camera shoots and hybrid productions, it saves hours in post. Power flexibility rounds out the package. The Ninja TX can be run from USB-C PD, NP-F batteries or mains power, making it at home in the studio or out on location. Combined with cooler, quieter operation and over-the-air firmware updates, it feels like a monitor-recorder designed for how people actually work. Ultimately, the Ninja TX wins because it delivers clarity, confidence and speed. It helps photographers and content creators see more, capture more and share more. As the Photography News Awards prove, when readers vote, they vote for tools that earn their place in the kit bag. And this year, the Atomos Ninja TX was the clear winner.
making the Ninja TX a genuinely future- proof investment. For photographers shooting high-resolution hybrid projects, commercial video or behind-the-scenes content, that headroom is invaluable. Connectivity is another area where the Ninja TX stands out. It’s the most versatile Ninja yet, with HDMI 2.0 and 12G-SDI inputs and outputs, plus cross-conversion between the two. That means it works just as comfortably on mirrorless cameras as it does on more advanced, multi-camera or broadcast-style streaming set-ups. Add in locking HDMI and USB-C adaptors, and it’s built for reliability in the real world. Then there’s how the Ninja TX fits into modern workflows. With built-in Wi-Fi, camera-to-cloud support and NDI 6 HX3 streaming, it’s designed for creators who need to move fast. Footage can be uploaded directly from set to ATOMOSphere, Frame.io or Dropbox, allowing editors to start work immediately, even while shooting continues. For small teams, solo operators or time-critical jobs, this is a genuine game-changer. Timecode support is a pro-level feature that is a big benefit. Using AirGlu timecode
More affordable Ninja power
If you would love the total control that a Ninja TX gives you but don’t need the 12G-SDI in and out ports, 8K video support or advanced timecode features, take a look at the new Atomos Ninja TX GO. Designed for HDMI-based cameras such as mirrorless, the Ninja TX GO is more affordable but still has the same touchscreen as its sibling, including waveform,
vectorscope, zebras, focus peaking and false colour. It supports up to 6K/30p
RAW recording via HDMI, stored directly to CFexpress Type B cards or external USB-C SSDs.
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