All hail the large format – full frame VistaVision KING! We are excited to announce the arrival of our RED Monstro VistaVision 8K Weapon in carbon fiber, with RED Sidekick CF control!

The Monstro 8K VV sensor is a full-frame 35.4MP beast, providing 8192 x 4320 in 8K resolution, up to 75 fps (2:4:1) and with 17 stops of dynamic range it really is a monster. Additional frame rates include 60 fps at 8K (16:9), 120 fps at 4K, 240 fps at 2K, REDCODE RAW and ProRes simultaneous recording.

The RED DSMC2 Monstro brain can record in 8K REDCODE RAW, Apple ProRes DNx with data write speeds of up to 300 MB/s. The cinematic VistaVision perspective is a joy to behold, Full Frame 8K coverage at 75 fps with 17 stops of dynamic range – it’s an amazing technological achievement.

VistaVision was originally pioneered by the engineers at Paramount Pictures in 1954 as a higher resolution, widescreen alternative of 35mm film. The principle was by orientating the 35mm negative horizontally in the camera gate and thereby shooting on to a much larger area, this also provided a finer-grained projection print. Fundamentally, VistaVision was a testing ground for cinematography advancements that eventually evolved into 70mm IMAX and OMNIMAX which are also both orientated horizontally sideways, just like VistaVision is.

Furthermore, HDRX mode extends the dynamic range by up to 6 stops by capturing two identical images, same resolution, same frame rate however the first image is normally exposed (A-track) and the second image is underexposed (X-track) with an exposure value similar to the number of stops used on the A-track to protect the highlights, known as highlight protection. These two tracks are then ‘motion-conjoined’ / blended together live in the recording, to provide amazing dynamic range and a unique look – all done in camera, on the spot.

The DSMC2 Monstro in a carbon fiber body is crazy lightweight! The carbon fiber version of the Monstro brain is over 2 lb / 0.91 kg lighter than the regular aluminum version – that’s almost a 1kg saving! Ideal for robot arm, drone, gimbal and car rigs! We love this RED camera the most and we have owned them all!

RED Monstro VV 8K Package:

• RED MONSTRO VISTAVISION 8K WEAPON CF VV Brain
• RED ROCKET-X CARD + AKITIO NODE PRO THUNDERBOLT 3 PCIe ENCLOSURE
• RED VV PL Mount + RED Canon EF Mount
• VV OLPF (Standard)
• RED Sidekick Control CF
• RED 7″ Touch LCD (DSMC2 cable-free) + Tactical CineSkinz
• DSMC2 LCD/EVF Adapter A + Adapter B + 3ft LCD/EVF Lemo Cable
• 3 x 480GB RED MINI-MAG
• RED USB-C MINI-MAG Reader + USB-C & USB3 Cables
• RED DSMC2 V-LOCK Base I/O Expander
• 6 x V-Lock (198Wh) Batteries + IDX 4-Way V-Lock Battery Charger
• RED AC Mains Power Adapter
• Wooden Camera DSMC2 Pass-Through Top Plate, Side Plate, Base Plate + 15mm LWS Rods
• ARRI Standard Dovetail + Baseplate (15mm/19mm)
• Top HandleKey Features of the RED Monstro 8K VV

  Selected REDCODE RAW Resolution and Format Details

  • Selected Resolution/Format: 8K 6:5 (aspect ratio 1.20:1)
  • 8K 6:5 Resolution: 5184×4320 (22.39 megapixels)
  • 8K 6:5 Image Plane Size: 25.92×21.60mm
  • 8K 6:5 Image Circle: 33.74mm
  • 8K 6:5 Max Possible Frame Rate: 60.55 fps

  2X Anamorphic Mode Selected

  • Selected Resolution/Format: 8K 6:5 (aspect ratio 1.20)
  • Anamorphic 2X UnSqueezed Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
  • UnSqueezed Resolution: 10368×4320 (44.79 megapixels)
  • 79% of UnSqueezed Resolution: 8192×3413 (27.96 megapixels)
  • Squashed Resolution: 5184×2160 (11.20 megapixels)

  Film Format Relative Crop Factors for RED 8K 6:5 Format

  • S16: 0.48x
  • A35: 0.85x
  • S35: 0.96x
  • FF35: 1.39x
  • 65mm 5-perf: 2.03x
  • 70mm 15-perf: 2.72x *Crop Factors based on HFOV

  RED Monstro 8K VV Specifications

  • Sensor: Monstro 8K – Dynamic Range 17+ Stops
  • Body Type: DSMC2 – Forged and Woven Carbon Fiber
  • Camera Brain Weight: 3.3 lbs with Media Bay
  • Max Format/Resolution: 8K FF 8192×4320 (35.39 megapixels)
  • Internal Data Rate: 300 MB/s
  • Film Equivalent Formats: VV+, Super35mm+, S35, A35, S16
  • 3D LUT Support: 33x33x33, 32x32x32, 26x26x26, 17x17x17
  • Interchangeable Lens Mount: Yes
  • Interchangeable OLPF: Yes, with automatic detection

  REDCODE RAW Data Rates for 8K 6:5 at 24 fps

  REDCODE	Per Second	Per Minute	Per Hour
  3:1	274.44 MB	16.08 GB	964.84 GB
  4:1	205.83 MB	12.06 GB	723.63 GB
  5:1	164.67 MB	9.65 GB	578.90 GB
  6:1	137.22 MB	8.04 GB	482.42 GB
  7:1	117.62 MB	6.89 GB	413.50 GB
  8:1	102.92 MB	6.03 GB	361.81 GB
  9:1	91.48 MB	5.36 GB	321.61 GB
  10:1	82.33 MB	4.82 GB	289.45 GB
  11:1	74.85 MB	4.39 GB	263.14 GB
  12:1	68.61 MB	4.02 GB	241.21 GB
  13:1	63.33 MB	3.71 GB	222.65 GB
  14:1	58.81 MB	3.45 GB	206.75 GB
  15:1	54.89 MB	3.22 GB	192.97 GB
  16:1	51.46 MB	3.02 GB	180.91 GB
  17:1	48.43 MB	2.84 GB	170.27 GB
  18:1	45.74 MB	2.68 GB	160.81 GB
  19:1	43.33 MB	2.54 GB	152.34 GB
  20:1	41.17 MB	2.41 GB	144.73 GB
  21:1	39.21 MB	2.30 GB	137.83 GB
  22:1	37.42 MB	2.19 GB	131.57 GB

  *Data rates for high-speed MINI-MAG Media

  Supported Recording Codecs

  • Compressed RAW: REDCODE RAW
  • 4K ProRes: 10-bit 422 HQ, 422, 422 LT up to 29.97 fps
  • 2K ProRes: 12-bit 4444 XQ, 4444 – 10-bit 422 HQ, 422, 422 LT up to 120 fps
  • 4K DNxHR: 12-bit DNxHR HQX – 8-bit DNxHR HQ, SQ, and LB up to 120 fps
  • 2K Avid DNxHR/HD: 12-bit DNxHR 444 – 10-bit DNxHD 444 and HQX – 8-bit DNxHD HQ, SQ, LB up to 120 fps

  Maximum Resolutions and Frame Rates

  • 8192 x 4320 at 60 fps
  • 7168 x 3780 at 60 fps
  • 6144 x 3240 at 75 fps
  • 5120 x 2700 at 96 fps
  • 4096 x 2160 at 120 fps
  • 3072 x 1620 at 150 fps
  • 2048 x 1080 at 240 fps

  Recording Modes

  • ProRes 4444XQ: 2048 x 1080 up to 120 fps
  • ProRes 4444: 2048 x 1080 up to 120 fps
  • ProRes 422HQ: 4096 x 2160 up to 29.97 fps, 2048 x 1080 up to 120 fps
  • ProRes 422: 4096 x 2160 up to 29.97 fps, 2048 x 1080 up to 120 fps
  • ProRes 422LT: 4098 x 2160 up to 29.97 fps, 2048 x 1080 up to 120 fps

  Additional Features

  • 35.4MP, 40.96 x 21.60mm full-frame CMOS sensor for up to 8K-resolution images
  • 17-stop dynamic range, with improved image quality and greater shadow detail
  • Multiple capture rates including up to 60 fps 8K, 120 fps in 4K, and 240 fps in 2K full format
  • Versatile workflow options with REDCODE RAW, ProRes, and DNx recording
  • Lightweight yet sturdy carbon fiber DSMC2 form factor
  • Includes a magnesium PL lens mount, Sidekick controller, standard OLPF, and BRAIN case
  • Up to 300 MB/s data rates with 480 or 960GB, or 225 MB/s with 120 or 240GB MINI-MAGs
  • Compatible with separately available DSMC2 components and accessories