The guys at CVP have published a very straightforward yet educating video that shows the strengths of the newly announced RED RHINO S35 camera. This is the first time we can actually see footage from this camera, and with comparison to the Komodo and V-raptor. Explore below.
Made for certain missions
The RED Digital Cinema RHINO camera was developed to satisfy certain filmmakers that prefer shooting on the S35 (Sup 35mm) format. The RHINO is identical to its big brother, the V-Raptor in terms of design, structure, I/O, and interfaces. The only difference is the sensor size. The RHINO is armed with a Super 35mm sensor, compared to the VV (Vista Vision) large sensor of the V-Raptor. That opens up a lot more possibilities regarding lenses, especially, zoom lenses that are crucial for broadcasting, sports, and wildlife filmmaking. Yes, absolutely can use long zoom lenses on a full-frame sensor, but they will be heavier and cumbersome, which are negative factors when shooting wildlife. As opposed to the Super 35mm sensor that can be paired perfectly with acclaimed glass made specifically for this style of shooting.
Smaller sensor than the Komodo
Till now, we haven’t seen any footage from the RED RHINO 8K S35 camera. Luckily, the guys from CVP have made a mini-review of it and even compared the camera to the V-Raptor and the little Komodo. As you can see, the Komodo which is also an S35 camera has a bigger sensor than the RHINO. At first, it may seem strange, since the RHINO is much more expensive than the Komodo. But this fact emphasizes, even more, the goal that the RHINO was developed for. A smaller S35 sensor means that more long zoom lens can be well adapted to cover the sensor. Furthermore, the crop factor will be higher, and that is essential in broadcast, sports, and wildlife projects. This small sensor allows you to capture S35 in an ultra-high resolution of 8K to get those crisps long distance imagery. Indeed, according to the CVP tests, the images of the RHINO look outstanding, and with rich details.
Performs better in the highlights
One intriguing test executed by CVP showed that the RHINO performed better in over-exposed situations. The highlights were not clipped as compared to Komodo and even to the V-Raptor. The smaller sensor would be the reason for that, but also the excellent highlights rendition of the RHINO. However, in low light conditions, the V-Raptor VV takes big time, obviously. Anyway, as mentioned, the RHINO produces stunning imagery, and it may be the ideal solution when ultra-high-resolution is needed in broadcasting, sports, and wildlife projects. Explore those Super 8K RAW footage below:
Update: V-Raptor S35 vs Helium S35
We found another educational video made by wildlife filmmaker Florian Schulz that compares the V-Raptor S35 to the DSMC2 Helium which also owns a super 35 sensor. Schulz demonstrates the main advantage of the RHINO which is the ability to shoot 8K with the Canon CN-E 30-300mm and without the vignetting problem. Watch it below:
Product List
Here’re the products mentioned in the article, and the links to purchase them from authorized dealers.
- RED RHINO V-Raptor 8K S35
