RED DIGITAL CINEMA announce a price drop for its KOMODO camera, now priced at just $2,995, along with a substantial firmware update that enhances calibration speed, improves user page experience, and adds customization options. This lower price point improves access to RED’s unparalleled cinematic imaging technology and provides aspiring filmmakers and content creators with the opportunity to join the RED family and begin their journey into professional filmmaking.
“The team at RED is anchored by an ambition to continually create the most advanced, high-quality image capture solutions for the world’s top filmmakers, and equally important to our philosophy is democratizing this technology,” said RED Digital Cinema CEO, Keiji Oishi. “The KOMODO line expands access for the broader creative community, and this price adjustment furthers that mission. It’s especially meaningful for emerging and independent filmmakers, empowering them with an affordable option to share their stories using RED’s innovative global shutter technology and unparalleled color science.”
Key Features of RED KOMODO
- Global Shutter: The KOMODO is equipped with RED’s transformative, global shutter technology, offering filmmakers the ability to capture fast-moving action with crisp, distortion-free images.
- REDCODE RAW: KOMODO users can harness the power of R3D and 16-bit RAW which gives creators a limitless palette to achieve any look.
- 6K Resolution: KOMODO delivers stunning 6K resolution, offering incredible detail and clarity for cinematic productions.
- Compact and Versatile: With its small, lightweight form factor, KOMODO can fit into tight spaces and be used for a variety of shooting scenarios – from remote systems to handheld setups.
- RED’s Image Quality: As with all RED cameras, KOMODO delivers the stunning color science and dynamic range that RED is known for, offering filmmakers cinematic imagery that stands out.
- Built for Flexibility: KOMODO features industry-standard connections, making it ideal for a wide range of production environments and workflows.
Enhanced Performance with New Firmware
RED also released updated firmware (1.8.3) for KOMODO to improve the user experience and overall performance, which has several new features found in the latest KOMODO-X model, including:
- Onboard LCD User Pages: Streamlined access to camera settings with the new onboard LCD user pages, allowing for quick adjustments on the fly.
- Faster Calibration Times: The latest firmware update significantly reduces the calibration time, ensuring that KOMODO is ready to shoot faster than ever.
- Function Toggle via Top Buttons: The new firmware enables faster toggling of key functions using the top buttons, offering users greater ease of control and efficiency in the field.
