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Our base kit was about $16k. Camera+batteries&media+handles&accessories. Add on another $4k for lenses, mics, and cases. All-in-all, expensive, but reasonable for the professional quality of the gear. Also, it's cheaper than any other camera of that caliber.
The insurance on them cameras guarantees that nothing can happen that won't be fixed. You spend over 50,000 dollars on something you know damn well the warranty is gonna cover everything.
Just wanted to share: The "film look" is actually more to do with the TRANSITION from darks to lights within the dynamic range (obviously the more latitude, the better). "Highlight roll-off." Film stock has a bee very smooth and gradual transition from dark to lights, especially in the highlight region. This is the top factor that digital cameras fight to master, and why cameras like the Alexa and RED's are so sought after. An important note, with the above in mind, is that trying to achieve the "film look" does not REQUIRE you to not let your highlights blow out. I think this is worried about too much. If we look closely at older films, like Scarface for example, there are scenes where the highs are most definitely blown out in some areas, but it works for the scene. So I think that's an important and interesting point to remember. This is not a specific criticism or critique on any particular part of this video, I just really enjoy talking about these things and was prompted by the section talking about dynamic range. Needless to say, this video's very informative and accurate.
Everything I've learned through my experiences and school have taught me what you discussed here, but if I had seen this a year ago, I can't tell you how much it would have helped. Great video, guys!
It's so nice to see somebody talk so passionately about something he loves that brings all of us joy. I'm really happy to see just how ecstatic this camera makes you.
This review is absolutely superb. No BS, straight in, examples, on-location (not just in a studio). I'm from a photography background, so understood it all, but it was interesting to know about the film look, and about this particular camera.
You guys have really come a long way since the start of this channel. Niko, you've really got a good handle on talking to the camera comfortably, and you obviously know what you're talking about in this. I wouldn't mind taking a class at my school with you as the professor. You're pretty good at putting everything simply, but not dumbing it down. Anyway, beautiful camera, and you guys continue to grow very consistently, so I'm looking forward to the future of your gear and films.
They hired a company that specializes in removing compression and digital artifacts from footage to go through and clean up the entire movie. But sure, there's always exceptions to the rule...There's a reason that movie was shot on 5d, and there's a reason why the vast majority of theatrical films aren't.
Very informative and cool considering there are people like me who have not taken a cinematography class or other forms like it to know all these nice insights. Even though I'll probably never apply it to a real life situation, I can still appreciate whats happening behind the scenes to make such epic vids.
You are correct, I don't think I'll ever want that camera, I don't think I need it, but I'm glad you're happy you've finally got filming equipment which is up there when it comes to how good they are at getting the cinematic look. Well done!
That was a quick response! I know the capacity of the 4k, I'm meaby just jealous about their gear. I'm quite happy about their latest Scarlet, it's been a few years since I follow them. And very insparing just by looking at their videos. Pretty good jobs!
I just want to say that you can get 14 stops of range out of the fs100... I use this camera, and it is awesome. they were just using a crappy picture profile. using a good G-log profile will get a TON more range. Love you Sam, and Niko, u both have been an inspiration. No disrespect.
no kidding I'm glad RED has come along it's really forcing change across the whole industry. I'm already a huge fan of cannon and now they're making a true Cinema camcorder that goes beyond all their HDV avchd cams with a large sensor I'm envious
Thank so much for this product overview guys. We are following you since years and we are now also planning to invest on the RED Scarlet. How about the FPS on the Scarlet?
You can get a 2TB drive now for 100 bucks or less. If you buy a server specificaly for saving your footage with 3 or 4 hard drives, you end up with 8TB or 4TB of storage depending on the way your configured your RAID (if you're going for storage or durability).
I really like all of these tutorial and breakdown video's you do! They're really intriguing and always help me when I'm trying to film something tricky. Keep it up guys.
Lots of reasons why dude. Lots, beyond what you would comprehend. Visual effects is a lot of trickery, The more pixels and resolution you have the more data you can play with. And if you have a bigger canvas, not only do you scale down, but for starters you can re-frame the shot, stabilize, use it to create matte paintings and pan digitally in post.. and the list goes on!
While I'm not Sam nor am I Niko I will try my best to answer. Scarlet rigs usually cost around 13-18K. As for the upgrade possibilities you can always look into stuff like the 5D MKIII and recently cameras such as the Sony NEX VG30 and VG900 have surfaced which look pretty cool (at least on paper).
Whoa. I'm just amazed at the fact that the image in the camera isn't lagging behind the actual turning. ...Although I don't think I've ever held a camera made for recording video, so I only have crap to compare it to.
Why is Niko and Sam so calm? They got one of the best cameras in the known universe, i would probably shout as loud as i could and my hands would be shaking like hell :P
I agree completely, But i'm not sold on this camera at it's current state. I myself cannot wait until this camera's success leads to more competition in this price range and resolution. i think that the next few years, if this camera is successful, will be way beyond the dream-come-true that this camera is now.
And $10,000 is literally just the body, which until you buy an additional $6K-10K of gear from RED, is just a paperweight. If you are in the market for a camera, and on a massive budget, I would recommend a T2i BODY, older NIKKOR Lenses (with the conversion mounts), and a Lilliput 7” Field Monitor. You can get started for under $1000 with everything you need.
75% 5D, the rest was on the Arri alexa. but yea, in the right hands, it's a great camera. Red tails had about 300 shots done by philip bloom with the 5D as well. :)
Also shot on 35mm film, 5D Mark II was mainly for action shots. Also Mark II footage was digitally remastered at a huge studio using state of the art software to be able to be seen on large screens.
Well, videomaking is an art, its only abt cameras, its abt talent and creativity. U guys got talent, creativity AND all this tech stuff. Thats why I love you. *_*
I agree with that, but it's not just the end product that's important, its how you get to that end product. It doesn't just look better for the editor, its better to work with. example, I was shooting one music video and we forgot to go in for a close up. so, we took the medium shot, and zoomed in by 40% to fake a close up, and because we shot Red to begin with, even after zooming in we still had a full 1080p image. but it can infact help, regardless of its ending resolution
When I first saw tether, before I realized what it was shot on, I thought to myself,"Wow, they did an awesome job at achieving a REAL cinematic or T.V. type look." Great job with all the videos
Well you should also keep in mind that it's TH-cam which means that heavy compression takes place while uploading and of course lenses do affect the quality of the image.
The only trade off will be shallow depth of field. since the sensor, if i remember correctly, is smaller than that of an entry level DSLR or consumer camera (although the resolution is much higher because of this) shallow depth of field will be much more difficult to get. loosing a part of that cinematic look. It is still something to look forward to though.
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Some videos have the 'Original' quality option. That's 4k. And there are quite a few monitors that'll have 4k: MacBook Pro/iPad Retina, biggest iMac, and many other separate screens too.
Congratulations. I am new to filmmaking and I just got a Scarlet too. Your site is going to be very helpful. It's wonderful work you guys are doing Thanks.!!!
I was actually quite impressed by the upgrade from the HV20 to the HFm40. although it's no RED scarlet having seen it at 200 inches I assure you it looks great on big screens. with a little post process it could pass for F900 video that is to say better and better video is costing less and less congratulations on the camera though someday I want something like that
The Blackmagic camera is definitely an awesome camera. Honestly, a dream-come-true for indie filmmakers.
Our base kit was about $16k. Camera+batteries&media+handles&accessories. Add on another $4k for lenses, mics, and cases. All-in-all, expensive, but reasonable for the professional quality of the gear. Also, it's cheaper than any other camera of that caliber.
The way he just throws it around makes me so nervous... Thanks for overview
Albert Rodriguez thought i was alone
The insurance on them cameras guarantees that nothing can happen that won't be fixed. You spend over 50,000 dollars on something you know damn well the warranty is gonna cover everything.
I am glad that you guys are able to do what you love and it feels nice to know that we the viewers can actually help in some way with what you do
Just wanted to share:
The "film look" is actually more to do with the TRANSITION from darks to lights within the dynamic range (obviously the more latitude, the better). "Highlight roll-off." Film stock has a bee very smooth and gradual transition from dark to lights, especially in the highlight region. This is the top factor that digital cameras fight to master, and why cameras like the Alexa and RED's are so sought after.
An important note, with the above in mind, is that trying to achieve the "film look" does not REQUIRE you to not let your highlights blow out. I think this is worried about too much. If we look closely at older films, like Scarface for example, there are scenes where the highs are most definitely blown out in some areas, but it works for the scene. So I think that's an important and interesting point to remember.
This is not a specific criticism or critique on any particular part of this video, I just really enjoy talking about these things and was prompted by the section talking about dynamic range. Needless to say, this video's very informative and accurate.
+Cinevape thanks for the lecture
Nice Shirt! :D
Everything I've learned through my experiences and school have taught me what you discussed here, but if I had seen this a year ago, I can't tell you how much it would have helped. Great video, guys!
It's so nice to see somebody talk so passionately about something he loves that brings all of us joy. I'm really happy to see just how ecstatic this camera makes you.
someone mind sparing me 40k pls
"Hey guys look at my fancy pro red camera with a shitty canon lens"
Well done bro.
This review is absolutely superb. No BS, straight in, examples, on-location (not just in a studio). I'm from a photography background, so understood it all, but it was interesting to know about the film look, and about this particular camera.
You guys have really come a long way since the start of this channel. Niko, you've really got a good handle on talking to the camera comfortably, and you obviously know what you're talking about in this. I wouldn't mind taking a class at my school with you as the professor. You're pretty good at putting everything simply, but not dumbing it down.
Anyway, beautiful camera, and you guys continue to grow very consistently, so I'm looking forward to the future of your gear and films.
You deserve that camera! Hats off to you! I've learned alot from you guys and Brandon and Freddie! Thanks!
Thanks for covering dynamic range, it makes so much more sense now that you explained it!
Sure!
I really wanna see something in theatres from you guys. I would totally see it again and again!
Tears would be shed.
I admire you Niko! Thanks man for this video, always loving your stuff guys.
I'm a happy guy.
They hired a company that specializes in removing compression and digital artifacts from footage to go through and clean up the entire movie. But sure, there's always exceptions to the rule...There's a reason that movie was shot on 5d, and there's a reason why the vast majority of theatrical films aren't.
Very informative and cool considering there are people like me who have not taken a cinematography class or other forms like it to know all these nice insights. Even though I'll probably never apply it to a real life situation, I can still appreciate whats happening behind the scenes to make such epic vids.
You guys do some awesome stuff, but this is easily my favorite of your videos.
You are correct, I don't think I'll ever want that camera, I don't think I need it, but I'm glad you're happy you've finally got filming equipment which is up there when it comes to how good they are at getting the cinematic look. Well done!
Thanks for the review guys. Dynamic range is something that most people new to filmmaking overlook!
I like how they stay goofy and not so serious. Unlike some who succeed, they kinda keep their feet at the ground. Thanks for everything sam and niko!
You guys have had such a massive impact on youtube quality.
loved the tutorial!!! you guys should tottally shot more tutorials cause Niko makes them so easier to understand.
I really like this video. You guys should make more. I enjoy the explanation/tutorial vids almost more than the 1st channel ones >.
That was a quick response! I know the capacity of the 4k, I'm meaby just jealous about their gear. I'm quite happy about their latest Scarlet, it's been a few years since I follow them. And very insparing just by looking at their videos. Pretty good jobs!
I just want to say that you can get 14 stops of range out of the fs100... I use this camera, and it is awesome. they were just using a crappy picture profile. using a good G-log profile will get a TON more range. Love you Sam, and Niko, u both have been an inspiration. No disrespect.
I hadn't the faintest clue of what you guys were talking about, but I was still really impressed for some reason
no kidding I'm glad RED has come along it's really forcing change across the whole industry. I'm already a huge fan of cannon and now they're making a true Cinema camcorder that goes beyond all their HDV avchd cams with a large sensor I'm envious
This was a fantastic video and by far one of the most informative videos I have ever seen. It has answered a lot of questions.
That's another vid coming in 2-3 weeks!
He does look like he is really enjoying himself talking about the camera. It really shows his dedication.
you guys are doing an AWSOME JOB and your story inspires young guys like me who wants to become filmmakers!!! continue to do an awsome work!!!
Not only is this information useful but also the guy delivering the info is hot. Thanks Niko!
That's a beautiful piece of hardware. My jaw dropped when I saw how it does the HDR balancing on the fly.
Thank so much for this product overview guys. We are following you since years and we are now also planning to invest on the RED Scarlet. How about the FPS on the Scarlet?
i have so much respect for these guys
Amazing work on explaining in layman's terms. Great job Sam and Niko! Learned more than I did in film class. Lol
I like the explanation about what makes a film "theater" quality. Now I know :)
RED cameras have either PL, Nikon, or EF mounts, EFS lenses do work on RED EF mounts since the flange (sensor to lens distance) is still useable.
I can still remember seeing your first Minecraft video. I'm genuinely happy for your success. You earned it, great job Sam & Niko!
You can get a 2TB drive now for 100 bucks or less. If you buy a server specificaly for saving your footage with 3 or 4 hard drives, you end up with 8TB or 4TB of storage depending on the way your configured your RAID (if you're going for storage or durability).
raw.. and it's the same way you take a single picture..
I am glad I watched this because I was wondering in detail what makes the red scarlet special. You have very good valid points. :)
I really like all of these tutorial and breakdown video's you do! They're really intriguing and always help me when I'm trying to film something tricky. Keep it up guys.
Lots of reasons why dude. Lots, beyond what you would comprehend. Visual effects is a lot of trickery, The more pixels and resolution you have the more data you can play with. And if you have a bigger canvas, not only do you scale down, but for starters you can re-frame the shot, stabilize, use it to create matte paintings and pan digitally in post.. and the list goes on!
While I'm not Sam nor am I Niko I will try my best to answer.
Scarlet rigs usually cost around 13-18K.
As for the upgrade possibilities you can always look into stuff like the 5D MKIII and recently cameras such as the Sony NEX VG30 and VG900 have surfaced which look pretty cool (at least on paper).
My favourite videos are dubstep guns and art of the instakill, i just think they are awesome!
Red Scarlet should give you guys a gift for promoting their camera. Like a Lens or two ;)
Whoa.
I'm just amazed at the fact that the image in the camera isn't lagging behind the actual turning.
...Although I don't think I've ever held a camera made for recording video, so I only have crap to compare it to.
Why is Niko and Sam so calm? They got one of the best cameras in the known universe, i would probably shout as loud as i could and my hands would be shaking like hell :P
absolutely true and im happy that most youtubers leave the movie stuff to the guys who are acutally capable of doing movies...
ahaha. Yes man, Tether was shot on the Scarlet thanks to you. :)
Nicko is really good at explaining things.
we would not be able to have this camera without your support
I agree completely, But i'm not sold on this camera at it's current state. I myself cannot wait until this camera's success leads to more competition in this price range and resolution. i think that the next few years, if this camera is successful, will be way beyond the dream-come-true that this camera is now.
And $10,000 is literally just the body, which until you buy an additional $6K-10K of gear from RED, is just a paperweight.
If you are in the market for a camera, and on a massive budget, I would recommend a T2i BODY, older NIKKOR Lenses (with the conversion mounts), and a Lilliput 7” Field Monitor. You can get started for under $1000 with everything you need.
whenever niko holds the scarlet with 1 hand i can't think of anything other then him dropping it D:
75% 5D, the rest was on the Arri alexa. but yea, in the right hands, it's a great camera. Red tails had about 300 shots done by philip bloom with the 5D as well. :)
Also shot on 35mm film, 5D Mark II was mainly for action shots. Also Mark II footage was digitally remastered at a huge studio using state of the art software to be able to be seen on large screens.
You can tell Niko felt so badass flicking open the boxes. :P
Best explanation of light and dark in layman's terms I have ever heard.. 3:15 - 4:30
RED blends with anything.
Yeah, I'd love to take a class from Niko. He explains things between the perfect balance of simple but not patronising.
I'm right there with you buddy.
Fantastic Review and really helped me understand the purpose of these cameras.
love these technical videos....keep em coming
Well, videomaking is an art, its only abt cameras, its abt talent and creativity.
U guys got talent, creativity AND all this tech stuff. Thats why I love you. *_*
This was actually really interesting. There's a lot more to this than I thought lol. Makes me want to take a film class.
I agree with that, but it's not just the end product that's important, its how you get to that end product. It doesn't just look better for the editor, its better to work with. example, I was shooting one music video and we forgot to go in for a close up. so, we took the medium shot, and zoomed in by 40% to fake a close up, and because we shot Red to begin with, even after zooming in we still had a full 1080p image. but it can infact help, regardless of its ending resolution
The only one I can answer is the first one but... Go to 1:17 and watch. It's essentially changing how much light gets through the lens.
Very nice camera. Looking forward to seeing it in action !
I do enjoy these informational videos you guys post, helps me as a filmmaker in training. :)
When I first saw tether, before I realized what it was shot on, I thought to myself,"Wow, they did an awesome job at achieving a REAL cinematic or T.V. type look."
Great job with all the videos
OMG long time coming, waited months for this!
Well you should also keep in mind that it's TH-cam which means that heavy compression takes place while uploading and of course lenses do affect the quality of the image.
Christ, they some of the best of the best in video cameras.
Ah the beauty of photo/video humor!
yeah! Id like to see that, too!
The only trade off will be shallow depth of field. since the sensor, if i remember correctly, is smaller than that of an entry level DSLR or consumer camera (although the resolution is much higher because of this) shallow depth of field will be much more difficult to get. loosing a part of that cinematic look. It is still something to look forward to though.
Some videos have the 'Original' quality option. That's 4k.
And there are quite a few monitors that'll have 4k: MacBook Pro/iPad Retina, biggest iMac, and many other separate screens too.
It doesn't need them, but you know, they help.
Infact, every setting and even the sensor to a certain degree is the same as on a plain DSLR camera.
Sync will probably pretty much be a movie when all the episodes are strung together. Its writing is not very episode-aware but very story-driven.
who wouldn't be happy with an awesome camera like that?
I love going to old videos and seeing how the replies are broken :)
Congratulations. I am new to filmmaking and I just got a Scarlet too. Your site is going to be very helpful. It's wonderful work you guys are doing Thanks.!!!
you are most welcome...cant wait to see what you guys do next I actually own INFECTED
and the lack of resolution was totally noticable.. Even my friends who aren't into film commented that it looked slightly "off"
I was actually quite impressed by the upgrade from the HV20 to the HFm40. although it's no RED scarlet having seen it at 200 inches I assure you it looks great on big screens. with a little post process it could pass for F900 video that is to say better and better video is costing less and less congratulations on the camera though someday I want something like that
Red Scarlet-X with Canon 18-55mm kit lens = Win!!!
Jep, you're right - thanks!
Awesome summary! Really explains this camera well
dat dynamic range...
*drools*
I think they are regarding the physical durability, and compared to HDD, they are right in that respect. You can toss around a SSD with peace of mind.
Great video, guys! Thanks for making it.
127 Hours was shot on a mixture of cameras, two of which being the 7D and the 5D.
The Scarlet is almost exactly the same as the EPIC. It just has lower framerates, and HDRx is 3K only. But it's still a great camera!