Higher Dynamic RangeThe RED DRAGON offers dynamic range that was once thought impossible for a digital sensor. Such wide latitude provides cinematographers and photographers alike with the ability to take on challenging lighting conditions, without the need for excessive filtration. Improved low-light capabilities let you shoot at ISO 2000 and still produce a clean image fit for theatres or publication. 
Every 6K frame is a 19 megapixel RAW image, which is up to 9x more pixels than 1080p HD. The amount of picture detail found in a 6K image goes beyond that of 35mm, comparing only to 65mm in image density. This means more precise VFX plates, reframing flexibility, and less aliasing artifacts and moiré. Even when outputting 6K footage to 4K or HD, your images will be cleaner and crisper compared to those captured at lower resolutions. When it comes to resolution, bigger is better.
Every 6K frame is a 19 megapixel RAW image, which is up to 9x more pixels than 1080p HD. The amount of picture detail found in a 6K image goes beyond that of 35mm, comparing only to 65mm in image density. This means more precise VFX plates, reframing flexibility, and less aliasing artifacts and moiré. Even when outputting 6K footage to 4K or HD, your images will be cleaner and crisper compared to those captured at lower resolutions. When it comes to resolution, bigger is better. 
New Color ScienceEvery 6K frame is a 19 megapixel RAW image, which is up to 9x more pixels than 1080p HD. The amount of picture detail found in a 6K image goes beyond that of 35mm, comparing only to 65mm in image density. This means more precise VFX plates, reframing flexibility, and less aliasing artifacts and moiré. Even when outputting 6K footage to 4K or HD, your images will be cleaner and crisper compared to those captured at lower resolutions. When it comes to resolution, bigger is better.
| SENSOR | 19 MEGAPIXEL DRAGON™ |
|---|---|
| PIXEL ARRAY | 6144 (h) x 3160 (v) |
| S/N RATIO | 80db |
| DYNAMIC RANGE | 16.5+ stops |
| MAX IMAGE AREA | 6144 (h) x 3160 (v) |
| LENS COVERAGE | 30.7mm (h) x 15.8mm (v) x 34.5 mm (d) |
| ACQUISITION FORMATS | 6K RAW (2:1, 2.4:1) 5K RAW (Full Frame, 2:1, 2.4:1 and Anamorphic 2:1) 4.5K RAW (2.4:1) 4K RAW (16:9, HD, 2:1 and Anamorphic 2:1) 3K RAW (16:9, 2:1 and Anamorphic 2:1) 2K RAW (16:9, 2:1 and Anamorphic 2:1) 1080p RGB (16:9) 720p RGB (16:9) |
| PROJECT FRAME RATES | 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.96, 48, 50, 59.94 fps, all resolutions |
| DELIVERY FORMATS* | 4K : DPX, TIFF, OpenEXR (RED RAY via optional encoder) 2K : DPX, TIFF, OpenEXR (RED RAY via optional encoder) 1080p RGB or 4:2:2, 720p 4:2:2 : Quicktime, JPEG Avid AAF, MXF. 1080p 4.2.0, 720p 4:2:0 : H.264, .MP4 |
| PROGRAM OUTPUT | HD-SDI Clean Feed SMPTE Timecode, HANC Metadata, 24-bit 48Khz Audio |
| MONITOR OUTPUT | HD-SDI and HDMI with Frame Guides and Look Around 2K RGB, 1080p RGB or 4:2:2, 720p RGB or 4:2:2 SMPTE Timecode, HANC Metadata, 24-bit 48Khz Audio |
| DIGITAL MEDIA REDMAG (SSD) Module | (64, 128, 256, 512GB Media) |
| REDCODE™ | Compression choices of 18:1 to 3:1 12 and 16-bit RAW : Compression choices of 18:1 to 3:1 1-100 fps 6K 1-120 fps 5K, 4.5K 1-150 fps 4K 1-200 fps 3K 1-300 fps 2K |
| AUDIO | 2 channel, uncompressed, 24 bit, 48kHz. Optional 4 channel, and AES / EBU digital audio. |
| MONITORING OPTIONS | RED LCD 5″ and 9” Touchscreen Display BOMB EVF™ High Definition Viewfinder |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Wireless, Ethernet, RS232, GPI Trigger |
| WEIGHT | 5lbs. Body only |
| CONSTRUCTION | Aluminum Alloy |
| TEMPERATURE RANGES | Operating Range: 0˚C to +40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F) Storage Range: -20˚C to +50˚C (-4˚F to 122˚F) |
| * FROM REDCINE-X | |
