Get ready for a game-changer, folks! RED Cameras just announced their new flagship camera, the V-RAPTOR ST, and it’s looking like a total powerhouse. This bad boy is the first camera in RED’s third generation of stills and motion picture cameras, so you can bet that future releases will have some similarities to this one.
Let’s dive into the specs, shall we? The V-RAPTOR ST features a groundbreaking multi-format 8K sensor that can shoot 8K large format or 6K S35, giving you the largest lens selection of any comparable camera on the market. Plus, it boasts the highest recorded dynamic range of any RED camera and the fastest cinema-quality scan time ever. With a dynamic range of over 17 stops and scan times 2x faster than any previous RED camera, you can capture up to 600fps at 2K.
And let’s not forget about RED’s proprietary REDCODE RAW codec, which allows you to capture 16-bit RAW and leverage RED’s latest IPP2 workflow and color management.
But enough about the specs, let’s talk about the video RED put out for this camera. It’s flipping sick, with hip music and epic visuals that make you want to go do some push ups and punch stuff! And one spec that really stood out to us was the 600fps at 2K. Sure, some people might say it’s just another slow-motion camera, but we know it’s going to do some amazing things in the right hands.
The V-RAPTOR ST is priced at $24,500 and is expected to ship in three to four weeks. It weighs in at 4.03 lbs and has an RF lens mount, with data speeds of up to 800 MB/s using RED branded or other qualified CFexpress media cards.
If you’re looking for more camera news, reviews, and insights, we’ve got you covered. Check out our list of the 6 Best Filmmaking Cameras Under $1,000 or read up on Canon’s latest announcement for the EOS R3. And don’t forget to up your game with our list of 6 Budget-Friendly Slow Motion Cameras.
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