IBC REVIEW INDUSTRY
TOP SHOW FLOOR FINDS As always, the show was rife with new launches. Over in Hall 12, we discovered Achtel – an Australian company run by Pawel Achtel, ACS – showing off a very impressive new 9x7 digital cinema camera. Offering groundbreaking capabilities for video professionals, particularly in high-end VFX, IMAX and VR productions, the 9x7 is capable of shooting in 18.7K and can record uncompressed, 16-bit Raw footage at an astonishing 10GB/s, ensuring no loss of detail or colour gradation. The camera’s 65-million-photosite sensor, boasting twice the photosites of 8K cameras, delivers ultra-high-resolution images with game-changing sharpness and detail, surpassing even 70mm IMAX film. Also innovating on the camera front is Blackmagic Design, which was demoing the URSA Cine 12K it launched at NAB, as well as its new sister camera, the 17K. Building on the same platform and RGBW sensor tech as the 12K, the jump to 17K is notable for offering a resolution on par with 65mm film, making it an enticing option for high-end productions that demand detailed VFX or expansive visuals. Lens coverage could be an issue, but judging by the number of manufacturers stopping by to have a nosey and enquire about testing their glass on this camera, that will soon be fixed. While there was a demo unit available at IBC, it’s still in engineering currently, so it’ll be a while until we see this camera hit the market. Over at the Sony area, the BURANO 2 was on display – with talks of a release date in spring next year. Version 2.0 will offer a host of upgrades, many requested directly from the user base – including new recording formats, 1.8x de-squeeze and monitoring improvements. On the lighting front, ARRI unveiled the next generation of its industry-leading soft light – the SkyPanel S60 Pro. One of its most exciting features is ARRI’s digital twin tech, which syncs real-world and virtual lighting set-ups, making it easier to coordinate across pre-production and on-set. The S60 Pro is also future-
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A new discovery for us on the show floor was Blazar, which specialises in budget-friendly anamorphic lenses. The amenable pricing doesn’t mean a compromise on quality, as we discovered at IBC when the super-friendly team talked us through both the existing range and what’s on the horizon. There’s a lot coming from this brand, so it’s one to get on your radar. The latest addition is CATO, a lens family offering a consistent 2x anamorphic squeeze ratio that covers large formats. The set includes 40mm T2, 55mm T2, 85mm T2.8 and 125mm T4 models – and these optics are the lightest of their kind on the market, so offer amazing portability. Image-wise, expect a classic anamorphic look, balancing retro characteristics with modern technology. Stay tuned for more from Blazar in Definition magazine!
EXPLORING THE LINE-UP Show attendees were treated to a spectacular selection of exhibitors and speakers
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