I am so so glad I found your video. After trawling through videos, gotta say I was getting pretty sick of dude-bro's giving me camera info. Breath of fresh air to hear your voice! Everything you said was straight forward, no time-wasting, everything was relevant. Thank you, Nice Lady!
@@NiceladyproductionsCanada No thank you, I got a lot of useful information from your video, not like every other camera geek drooling over the camera, which I would probably do if I had hands on this eqipment. 👌🏻👍🏻
You're such a great reviewer, well done honestly. I was going to buy this camera, but it was 7-9 months till I would receive it, and it was a bit pricey. I recently bought a gh5 and am enjoying it, but yeah... having a red would have probably made selling my videography services a bit easier lol. looking forward to episode two and yay for being in Canada!
This is one of the best RED reviews/tutorials on the internet. Picked up a few setups tips for sure. Thanks so much for the time and energy you put into this.
Great great review! Especially touching on the exposure controls for the RAW signal. Highly appreciated. If only RED could crank out more RAVEN brains. Just checked their store and they are saying you get an 'allocation' by the end of 2017 when ordering today...
Amazing review! You answer every question I have about this camera, with such beautiful imagery. I've used the Epic-W, and yes 24sec start-up time is a bit annoying, but everything else that is RED outways that one drawback. Look forward to more from your channel!
You are right with the low light part. Camera and human eyes are 2 different technology. I am investing in a few light ( ARRI FRENEL KIT). keep posting, I am waiting for part 2
Nice review. Glad you touched on the need to protect the monitor(s) with a sun screen. A lot of the RED videos just show that monitor without any protection. On my cam (not RED) I'm very glad it has a Loupe.
As the others say this is probably the best review out there 😀 Very thorough and all aspects covered. Would love to see some smaller projects if you have any to share down the road. Cheers from Sweden
A great review about a great camera - we use RED cameras and ARRIs in our production for a company that build high-end CNC-machines - the images are amazing and i love the workflow.
Thank you for this very entertaining video, hope Part 2 is coming soon. I bought the SW last year in April and I am very happy with it. See ya on Reduser. ;)
The stuff you said about ISO applies to every digital camera ever made. It should also be important to mention that your discussing it with the intention of shooting raw. If you're not shooting raw, you will still want to raise the ISO, as that "video" feed you mentioned will be the image you are recording into the non-raw file, the exposure getting baked in.
Hi, the exposure on RED cameras is only dictated by the aperture, not the ISO. The ISO exposure only impacts the "look" that can be changed in post. However, some people argue setting the ISO to 640 or 1000 vs 800 gives them a cleaner image in post to work from. The camera however is always recording the RAW file at ISO 800, which is why you can change it in post without it ruining the files, unlike cameras that don't shoot raw.
I've noticed there aren't a lot of RED reviews in general, maybe people are too busy filming with them or owners don't do reviews. The cameras are pretty complex, which is why my entire review is 28 minutes long. LOL
Nice review, looking forward to part 2. Just a quick note, the 18-35 will hold focus through the range of the backfocus is accurate, Red's EF mount is of course a third party EF mount and is more than likely off. This is pretty common, the metabones adapters are also out. I know one company makes behind the lens ND filters for the Raven and provides shims to alter the backfocus to compensate for the change in FFD from the ND filter. My GL Optics 18-35 required my PL mount to be shimmed with a 0.051mm shim for the lens to hold focus through the range. Myself and Dan from Newsshooter went back and forth on this and he actually did some amazing research and had the various copies of the 18-35 independently tested, it's funny that only Sigma will claim it's "near parfocal" and that everyone else says the lens is within spec. I myself have owned both the Cinematics and GL Optics rehouse as well as use the Nikon and Canon mount stills lens on various cameras and have always found the lens to be parfocal when mounted to a native mount (Nikon mount on a Nikon camera or Canon mount on a Canon camera etc) or if adapted with a correctly backfocus adapter or camera. Hope that helps.
Hey, thanks for your detailed response. I have filmed with two copies of the Sigma 18-35, one on the RAVEN and one of a Canon 7D II, I've found neither to be parfocal. Even on the Canon the focus gets shifted when zooming in/out after I've locked in focus. Glad to hear you've had better results. I'd say it's even more apparent in 4k.
Nice Lady Productions that's a shame, I would hazard a guess that something wasn't right there. I'm fully expecting the Raven to not be spot on but the 7D2 should have been fine. Is it possible that you're expecting the lens to not be parfocal? (As you tested two copies on two cameras?) and have you measured the FFD or tried to shim/correct the issue or simply moved on thinking the lens isn't parfocal? I've used various copies of the lens on the AF100, BMCC with the Speedbooster and a tele converter, Sony A7s with a 1.4x adapter to cover full frame, Sony A7s2 in S35 mode, URSA's mini 4.6K, two Sony FS5's, the A6300 and a Nikon D7100. In total that's a Nikon mount lens, a Canon mount lens, a Cinematics manual rehouse in Nikon mount, Sigmas own EF Cine lens (at a trade show) and a GL Optics PL lens (please note the optical setup is the same in all of these lenses) All held focus through the range when the backfocus was accurate, with the Speedbooster I needed to alter the infinity adjuster for all EF lenses, with the PL lens the PL mount required a Zeiss shim, on the Sony cameras only the MC-11 adapter has the right FFD so with that adapter the lens holds focus. On the AF100 I used the Speedbooster and then everything else has a native EF mount. The URSA Minj 4.6K was sent back as the mount was out and when it came back the lens held focus through the range. Dam Chung has tested many copies himself with various adapters and Erik Naso tested it on a Canon 70D I think. Up to you but in my experience the lens holds focus and that's not from using one copy and one camera but across multiple cameras and configurations. I have a couple demo videos on my channel.
Hello Nice Lady Productions, Are the fans at the top vulnerable to rain? Can the camera break because of the internals getting wet? There's a video by Sam Fregonese talking about why he sold his Red Raven, and he said he was worried about the fans getting damaged. Apparently he had a warranty in case, but I just wanted to hear your take on it. If you could let me know I would appreciate it. Thank you for the review! - Paul
Very nice two part review. I learned a lot, and appreciate you taking the time to produce them. It sounds like you've used Blackmagic cameras before - and my biggest, simple question is: Is it worth the substantial price difference to upgrade to RED? Thanks again! K
Hi, I'd say it depends what you're shooting. I'd also say that the RED RAVEN is part of a bigger RED ecosystem. Grading RED vs grading Blackmagic is different. RED footage looks amazing (if you know exposure etc) right out of the camera. Is the price difference worth it? I don't know. I'm curious to see how the new Panasonic EAV1 compares to both the RAVEN and URSA Mini. Perhaps a comparison review is in order. Is there something you think is lacking in the URSA Mini that you think the RAVEN has?
Nice Lady Productions Thank you for your response. The EVA1 looks to be a solid competitor. Having real built in audio would certainly be a plus. I've never had the chance to shoot with RED, and it does have some disadvantages like audio and price. I'm just wondering if thr image quality is that much better to an easier workflow, like the Panasonic EVA1.
Another question, I have seen several videos where it is snowing, or rain, and the upper camera fans are exposed, but nothing happens to them? Is the camera protected for these climates?
Where did you mount the Zacuto Axis Mini for Gratical eye? does the red monitor give some problem for attaching the Axis mini to the camera? Thank you!
Hi, I mount the Zacuto Axis Mini to a Z-Rail that I attach to the top of the camera via two screws, I guessed the setup and it works perfectly. I believe I bought the 2" Z Rail from Zacuto then attached the Axis to a rod holder that hooks onto the Z Rail.
Thank you! Everything from Zacuto? Z rail 3'', rod holder and axis mini? is there space on top of the camera even with the top handle? And what about the monitor? Did you use a Pogo (wooden camera) to move the monitor from the top? Sorry for the questions, I'm buying the Raven and I would like to rig it in a good way without spending extra money ;)
I don't need this but I really want one... I think getting the c100 mkii was a good choice for me I love canon color science and I don't and can't work with 4k yet so it was fine with me... but I think I fucked up bit... sorry for the luangauge since I think that I should have waited for the red raven...
Cheapest RED out there. Try the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K if you want something inexpensive, but be prepared to buy all the accessories needed to film with it.
You mean because I love the camera? I came to that conclusion because I've used the RED RAVEN with great results and I've been shooting video for years, so have used a lot of different cameras in my life to compare the experience to. I only review gear that hasn't been reviewed thoroughly and since none of my reviews are paid, I pick gear I think deserves a proper review. Generally that winds up being gear I think is good. When I come across gear I think will be good and I try it and don't like it for some reason, I don't bother reviewing it as it's a waste of time and I'm not about to recommend gear I wouldn't use myself.
I am so so glad I found your video. After trawling through videos, gotta say I was getting pretty sick of dude-bro's giving me camera info. Breath of fresh air to hear your voice! Everything you said was straight forward, no time-wasting, everything was relevant. Thank you, Nice Lady!
Really Nice review, watching this exactly 3 years after it was uploaded
thank you!
@@NiceladyproductionsCanada No thank you, I got a lot of useful information from your video, not like every other camera geek drooling over the camera, which I would probably do if I had hands on this eqipment. 👌🏻👍🏻
You're such a great reviewer, well done honestly. I was going to buy this camera, but it was 7-9 months till I would receive it, and it was a bit pricey. I recently bought a gh5 and am enjoying it, but yeah... having a red would have probably made selling my videography services a bit easier lol. looking forward to episode two and yay for being in Canada!
Brennan Martin I feel the same, honestly I would but a red used becuase they are well built and would be cheaper and quicker to buy used.
This is by far the most comprehensive review for a camera (let alone the elusive RED Raven) I've ever seen. Subscribed.
This review is fantastic! No music needed, this is literally such a treat to listen to, watch and learn. Thank you, looking forward to numero dos!
Best review and tutorial! Clear descriptions, supported by good visuals! Thank you! I wish other reviewers were as intelligent and articulate!
Thanks for your comments. I just bought a GH5 as well and I'm looking forward to seeing if I can use it as a b camera with the RAVEN.
How is that going so far?
@@leosch it is a b rating....
While I don’t ever see myself being able to own much less rent a RED camera system. The information here is invaluable. Thank you.
This is one of the best RED reviews/tutorials on the internet. Picked up a few setups tips for sure. Thanks so much for the time and energy you put into this.
Thanks for featuring the Misfit Atom & VIV. Always love how well executed your reviews are. Looking forward to part 2
quite possibly the most interesting, informative, and enjoyable shorts...learned some technique gold.
Your voice is very soothing - total unintentional ASMR.
That's the best red raven review I have seen so far ! Great job so much good content !
Thanks! Part 2 is now online.
thanks, that its' all for now.
This is the best information thus far on the RAVEN. Thanks so much for doing this.
I'm buying a red because of this video.
Great great review! Especially touching on the exposure controls for the RAW signal. Highly appreciated. If only RED could crank out more RAVEN brains. Just checked their store and they are saying you get an 'allocation' by the end of 2017 when ordering today...
Amazing review! I'm so glad the fans are way quieter, because I shot with the Epic , and it was SO loud! Subbed!
Thank you! That was beautiful. Cheers from Italy
Great video. Looking forward to see the next ones
hands down the best review of the raven...awesome work !!!... subscribed👌
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.
you'd be great at NPR with that voice
Nice review/tutorial as always. Been shooting with the Scarlet last month, it is still really nice. But yes. the fan noise can be really annoying.
Amazing review! You answer every question I have about this camera, with such beautiful imagery. I've used the Epic-W, and yes 24sec start-up time is a bit annoying, but everything else that is RED outways that one drawback. Look forward to more from your channel!
You are right with the low light part. Camera and human eyes are 2 different technology. I am investing in a few light ( ARRI FRENEL KIT). keep posting, I am waiting for part 2
Part 2 is up now.
Nice, thanks
Nice review. Glad you touched on the need to protect the monitor(s) with a sun screen. A lot of the RED videos just show that monitor without any protection. On my cam (not RED) I'm very glad it has a Loupe.
Terrific overview of the camera! Very helpful! Thank you!!!
I love this video. I go back & re-watch it, thanks!
As the others say this is probably the best review out there 😀 Very thorough and all aspects covered. Would love to see some smaller projects if you have any to share down the road. Cheers from Sweden
Killer review, can't wait to hear the rest...
A great review about a great camera - we use RED cameras and ARRIs in our production for a company that build high-end CNC-machines - the images are amazing and i love the workflow.
Nice video !
Good review. What I love Red is no startup time and handle. The Netflix TV I am making is McBath
I LOVE your videos. So in depth and to the point.
Thank you for this very entertaining video, hope Part 2 is coming soon. I bought the SW last year in April and I am very happy with it.
See ya on Reduser. ;)
RED Raven Part 2 is up. Glad you found part 1 useful.
Thanks for the adaptive preview quiet record tip!
Such a professional review
Best review about the raven 👌🏼
Nice review! I ended up going from Raven to Epic-W. First RED cam and I'm loving it!
great to hear!
The stuff you said about ISO applies to every digital camera ever made. It should also be important to mention that your discussing it with the intention of shooting raw. If you're not shooting raw, you will still want to raise the ISO, as that "video" feed you mentioned will be the image you are recording into the non-raw file, the exposure getting baked in.
Hi, the exposure on RED cameras is only dictated by the aperture, not the ISO. The ISO exposure only impacts the "look" that can be changed in post. However, some people argue setting the ISO to 640 or 1000 vs 800 gives them a cleaner image in post to work from. The camera however is always recording the RAW file at ISO 800, which is why you can change it in post without it ruining the files, unlike cameras that don't shoot raw.
Very nice review, super helpful. Do you know where the WiFi antenna and connector is on the camera body?
Cool, thanks for this one. Very well done, classy even. There aren't many comprehensive reviews of this camera. Surprising. I wonder why?
I've noticed there aren't a lot of RED reviews in general, maybe people are too busy filming with them or owners don't do reviews. The cameras are pretty complex, which is why my entire review is 28 minutes long. LOL
Great video and tips! thanks for sharing!
Great review thank you
Nice. Love that camera
It is a little 4k beast.
Nice review, looking forward to part 2. Just a quick note, the 18-35 will hold focus through the range of the backfocus is accurate, Red's EF mount is of course a third party EF mount and is more than likely off. This is pretty common, the metabones adapters are also out. I know one company makes behind the lens ND filters for the Raven and provides shims to alter the backfocus to compensate for the change in FFD from the ND filter.
My GL Optics 18-35 required my PL mount to be shimmed with a 0.051mm shim for the lens to hold focus through the range.
Myself and Dan from Newsshooter went back and forth on this and he actually did some amazing research and had the various copies of the 18-35 independently tested, it's funny that only Sigma will claim it's "near parfocal" and that everyone else says the lens is within spec. I myself have owned both the Cinematics and GL Optics rehouse as well as use the Nikon and Canon mount stills lens on various cameras and have always found the lens to be parfocal when mounted to a native mount (Nikon mount on a Nikon camera or Canon mount on a Canon camera etc) or if adapted with a correctly backfocus adapter or camera.
Hope that helps.
Hey, thanks for your detailed response. I have filmed with two copies of the Sigma 18-35, one on the RAVEN and one of a Canon 7D II, I've found neither to be parfocal. Even on the Canon the focus gets shifted when zooming in/out after I've locked in focus. Glad to hear you've had better results. I'd say it's even more apparent in 4k.
Nice Lady Productions that's a shame, I would hazard a guess that something wasn't right there. I'm fully expecting the Raven to not be spot on but the 7D2 should have been fine. Is it possible that you're expecting the lens to not be parfocal? (As you tested two copies on two cameras?) and have you measured the FFD or tried to shim/correct the issue or simply moved on thinking the lens isn't parfocal?
I've used various copies of the lens on the AF100, BMCC with the Speedbooster and a tele converter, Sony A7s with a 1.4x adapter to cover full frame, Sony A7s2 in S35 mode, URSA's mini 4.6K, two Sony FS5's, the A6300 and a Nikon D7100.
In total that's a Nikon mount lens, a Canon mount lens, a Cinematics manual rehouse in Nikon mount, Sigmas own EF Cine lens (at a trade show) and a GL Optics PL lens (please note the optical setup is the same in all of these lenses)
All held focus through the range when the backfocus was accurate, with the Speedbooster I needed to alter the infinity adjuster for all EF lenses, with the PL lens the PL mount required a Zeiss shim, on the Sony cameras only the MC-11 adapter has the right FFD so with that adapter the lens holds focus. On the AF100 I used the Speedbooster and then everything else has a native EF mount. The URSA Minj 4.6K was sent back as the mount was out and when it came back the lens held focus through the range.
Dam Chung has tested many copies himself with various adapters and Erik Naso tested it on a Canon 70D I think.
Up to you but in my experience the lens holds focus and that's not from using one copy and one camera but across multiple cameras and configurations. I have a couple demo videos on my channel.
Hello Nice Lady Productions,
Are the fans at the top vulnerable to rain? Can the camera break because of the internals getting wet? There's a video by Sam Fregonese talking about why he sold his Red Raven, and he said he was worried about the fans getting damaged. Apparently he had a warranty in case, but I just wanted to hear your take on it. If you could let me know I would appreciate it. Thank you for the review!
- Paul
Wonderful review! Thank you! This helped answer questions about my Raven. And +1 for the 3DR Solo! ;)
Very nice two part review. I learned a lot, and appreciate you taking the time to produce them.
It sounds like you've used Blackmagic cameras before - and my biggest, simple question is: Is it worth the substantial price difference to upgrade to RED? Thanks again! K
Hi, I'd say it depends what you're shooting. I'd also say that the RED RAVEN is part of a bigger RED ecosystem. Grading RED vs grading Blackmagic is different. RED footage looks amazing (if you know exposure etc) right out of the camera. Is the price difference worth it? I don't know. I'm curious to see how the new Panasonic EAV1 compares to both the RAVEN and URSA Mini. Perhaps a comparison review is in order. Is there something you think is lacking in the URSA Mini that you think the RAVEN has?
Nice Lady Productions Thank you for your response. The EVA1 looks to be a solid competitor. Having real built in audio would certainly be a plus.
I've never had the chance to shoot with RED, and it does have some disadvantages like audio and price.
I'm just wondering if thr image quality is that much better to an easier workflow, like the Panasonic EVA1.
Great overview, seriously!
Thank you for the great review! It's very helpful!
Amazing and honest review, I just subbed!
Such a good review. Good job!!!
thanks, great to hear.... love red raven1!
Great video! Love my Raven!!
Beautiful Composition on all the shots My'lady.
*tips fedora
So good! Thank you!
nice video thanks a lot sharing it, are you still using that camera?
great review!
Another question, I have seen several videos where it is snowing, or rain, and the upper camera fans are exposed, but nothing happens to them? Is the camera protected for these climates?
Awesome video!
What's your editing program and upload size/codex?
Thanks!
Hey, I use FCPX to edit RAW RED footage. Then I set it to H.264 for uploading to youTube/Vimeo or use the Vimeo/TH-cam settings.
Nice Lady Productions thank you so much!
Hi! As of right now the Ravens are not in stock. Did you deposit to get it or did you pay in full. Thank you
1:38 intro lead with orchestra
Where did you mount the Zacuto Axis Mini for Gratical eye? does the red monitor give some problem for attaching the Axis mini to the camera? Thank you!
Hi, I mount the Zacuto Axis Mini to a Z-Rail that I attach to the top of the camera via two screws, I guessed the setup and it works perfectly. I believe I bought the 2" Z Rail from Zacuto then attached the Axis to a rod holder that hooks onto the Z Rail.
Thank you! Everything from Zacuto? Z rail 3'', rod holder and axis mini? is there space on top of the camera even with the top handle? And what about the monitor? Did you use a Pogo (wooden camera) to move the monitor from the top? Sorry for the questions, I'm buying the Raven and I would like to rig it in a good way without spending extra money ;)
Thank you. I believe I’m listening to a top professional.
hola whats the app you used to control teh red raven?, i cnat conenct to mine 😢
Just wanted to know how did you own this Monster 😱 ???
I don't need this but I really want one... I think getting the c100 mkii was a good choice for me I love canon color science and I don't and can't work with 4k yet so it was fine with me... but I think I fucked up bit... sorry for the luangauge since I think that I should have waited for the red raven...
Those fans, if it's raining, can you cover up those top fans ?
Sigma 18-35mm art? Isn't that a crop sensor designed lens?
Yes it is, it covers a Super35mm sensor and most filmmaking cameras use a Super35 sensor. The Raven has a slightly smaller sensor than that.
I thought it only for a aps-c, didn't know it cover the whole super-35. Thank u so much for the info and the informative video. ;)
HI,have you ever used Red raven on the Ronin-MX?
What tripod do you use
Nice & pro!
where is part -2 :(
part 2 of my RED RAVEN review is live. Thanks for your patience.
11:24 - Are you not afraid that you may ruin your camera in snowy weather?
No. People shoot all over the planet with RED cameras. I'd be more concerned filming in the desert and getting sand in the camera. :)
very nice review, but your dogs look afraid of your raven ;)
I think my dogs were more afraid of the camera crane and being on a chair, lol.
hopefully constructive criticism: I really don't like the stabilisation artefacts. camera work-
I'm not sure what you mean. Stabilization in the review or stabilization in the RED footage? I don't remember ever adding stabilization to any of it.
Nice Lady Productions 2:34 going back, realised that it was mainly the reference footage for the epic. My bad :D it for some reason stood out to me
but why you whispering
it's fucking expensive ........
Cheapest RED out there. Try the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K if you want something inexpensive, but be prepared to buy all the accessories needed to film with it.
Seems more like a paid review rather than a neutral one
You mean because I love the camera? I came to that conclusion because I've used the RED RAVEN with great results and I've been shooting video for years, so have used a lot of different cameras in my life to compare the experience to. I only review gear that hasn't been reviewed thoroughly and since none of my reviews are paid, I pick gear I think deserves a proper review. Generally that winds up being gear I think is good. When I come across gear I think will be good and I try it and don't like it for some reason, I don't bother reviewing it as it's a waste of time and I'm not about to recommend gear I wouldn't use myself.