RED has announced that its most advanced camera ever, The V-Raptor XL 8K VV is now available for pre-order. The price starts at $39.500 USD. The specs list is down below. Will it cannibalize the Ranger Monstro?

RED V-Raptor XL 8K VV

The V-Raptor XL 8K VV Camera from RED Digital Cinema offers up to 8K VV multi-format video capture, REDCODE raw, and Apple ProRes recording. This follow-up to the V-Raptor incorporates internal ND filters and an interchangeable lens mount, and it includes an ARRI PL mount. Its industry-standard interface incorporates three 12G/6G/3G-SDI outputs, both 12 and 24V power outputs, timecode, and genlock ports.

V-Raptor XL 8K VV – Key Features: 

• 35.4MP 8K VV Sensor, up to 8K120 Video
• Purpose-Built Unified Body
• Interchangeable PL Mount Included
• Integrated Electronic ND Filters
• Versatile 12/24V Outputs
• Industry-Standard Input/Output Array
• REDCODE Raw, Apple ProRes Recording
• Wireless Timecode & Genlock Functions

Specs list

Here’s the specs list of the new flagship:

• Lens Mount: ARRI PL
• Sensor Resolution: Effective: 35.4 Megapixel (8192 x 4320)
• Sensor Type: 40.96 x 21.6 mm (Vistavision) CMOS
• Image Stabilization: None
• Built-In ND Filter: Mechanical Filter Wheel with Clear, 2 Stop (1/4), 3 Stop (1/8), 4 Stop (1/16), 5 Stop (1/32), 6 Stop (1/64), 7 Stop (1/128) ND Filters
• Shutter Type: Electronic Rolling Shutter
• Advertised Dynamic Range: 17 Stops
• Raw Recording (REDCODE RAW): 8192 x 4320 up to 119.88 fps, 7168 x 3780 up to 140 fps, 6144 x 3240 up to 160 fps, 5120 x 2700 up to 192 fps, 4096 x 2160 up to 240 fps, 3072 x 1620 up to 320 fps, 2048 x 1080 up to 480 fps
• Recording modes: REDCODE HQ: 8192 x 4320 up to 59.94p, 6144 x 3240 up to 96p, 4096 x 2160 up to 240p, 2048 x 1080 up to 480p | REDCODE MQ: 8192 x 4320 up to 59.94p, 6144 x 3240 up to 160p, 4096 x 2160 up to 240p, 2048 x 1080 up to 480p | REDCODE LQ: 8192 x 4320 up to 119.88p, 6144 x 3240 up to 160p, 4096 x 2160 up to 240p, 2048 x 1080 up to 480p
• Media/Memory Card Slot: Single Slot – CFexpress Type B (CFast 2.0)
• Video I/O: 3 x BNC (12G-SDI) Monitor Output, 1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Monitor Output, 1 x Proprietary Monitor Output
• Audio I/O: 1 x LEMO 5-Pin Mic/Line (+48 V Phantom Power) Input, 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
• Power I/O: 1 x LEMO 4-Pin (19.5 to 34 VDC) Input, 2 x D-Tap (12 VDC up to 3 A) Output, 1 x LEMO 2-Pin (12 VDC at 3 A) Output, 1 x LEMO 2-Pin (12 VDC at 1.5 A) Output, 1 x LEMO 2-Pin (12 VDC at 1 A) Output, 2 x Fischer 3-Pin (12 VDC up to 3 A) Output
• Other I/O: 1 x BNC (Genlock), 1 x LEMO 5-Pin (Timecode), 1 x 9-Pin (Ethernet) Control/Data Input/Output, 1 x USB Type-C
• Wireless: 2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi Video Output
• Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.): None
• Monitor: Size 2.4” – Fixed LCD
• Material of Construction: Aluminum
• Weight: 8.08lb/3.67kg

Update: The specifications pager has been posted by RED. Explore it below (click on the images for a full resolution view): 

Price and availability

The RED V-Raptor XL 8K VV is available for pre-order starting at $39.500 USD, depending on configurations (body-only, or Production Pack). Explore the Product List at the end of the article that drops you on the relevant B&H page.

Battle-tested by Zack Snyder

The camera is already in active duty by the RED’s lover, Zack Snyder who is currently shooting Netflix’s Rebel Moon with it (read: Zack Snyder Goes (again) Wide-Open With a Bespoke Summiscope Anamorphic Paired with RED V-Raptor XL). In the near future, RED will release the Super 35mm version of the XL (titled V-Raptor XL 8K S35). An S35 version of the ‘regular’ V-Raptor will be released as well. BTW, the price of the V-Raptor XL VV is much more affordable than the Ranger Monstro (which costs $59,950) and is capable of shooting much lower FPS (75) for 8K resolution, as compared to the more affordable studio version (Raptor XL) that is capable of shooting 8K at 120 fps. If so, the XL version pretty much cannibalizes the Ranger. Nevertheless, RED tries hard to make its cameras more affordable in order to conquer more markets, and that is absolutely great. Let’s know your thoughts about that.

Product List

Here’re the products mentioned in the article, and the links to purchase them from authorized dealers. 

• RED DIGITAL CINEMA V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV Cinema Camera V-Mount
  • BUY on B&H
• Coming Soon RED DIGITAL CINEMA V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV Production Pack V-Mount
  • BUY on B&H
• Buy the Y.M.CINEMA 65 – A gift for cinephiles