Panavision-RED-Light Iron 8K camera collaboration announced

In a historic collaboration, RED Digital Cinema, Panavision and post-production experts Light Iron are collaborating on the newly announced Panavision DXL – an 8K camera capable of 8K/60p RAW + 4K ProRes proxies.

Panavision DXL

The new Panavision DXL features an 8K RED-made sensor while post-production gurus Light Iron have created a custom colour science tailored to the sensor with maximum flexibility in post-production in mind. The camera will be able to record 8K RAW files simultaneously with 4K ProRes or DNxHR proxies.

Watch the DXL promo video:

Panavision DXL Specifications and Features

• Sensor type: 16-bit,
  35.5 Megapixel CMOS
• Resolution: 8192 x 4320
• Sensor size: Large format – 40.96mm x 21.60mm (Diagonal: 46.31mm)
• Dynamic range: 15 stops
• Max frame rate: 60 fps at 8K full frame (8192 x 4320), 75 fps at 8K 2.4:1 (8192 x 3456)
• Recording codec: 8K RAW with simultaneous 4K proxy (ProRes or DNx)
• Recording media: SSD (up to 1 hour on a single magazine)
• File type: .r3d (supported in RED SDK)
• Color profile: Light Iron Color (compatible with all popular gamuts and transfer curves)
• Weight: 10 lb

Additional Features

• 6 independent video outputs
• Supports 6 independent 1D LUTs or up to 4 independent 3D LUTs
• Directly motorize Primo 70 lenses through wireless control
• Built-in wirelesss timecode for genlock (Ambient Control Network)
• Dual menus (Operator side, Assistant side)
• Advanced airflow system for superior temperature management
• Custom cheeseplate with integrated electronics
• Modular and tooless quick changeover accessories

The new Panavision DXL camera is compatible with a wide range of Panavision large format lenses, including the Primo 70 series, and will be available for rental only through Panavision in early 2017.

See more on the Panavision microsite