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 ProRos 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 is 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 ighlight 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 aluminium version – thats almost a 1kg saving! Ideal for robot arm, drone, gimble 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 Handle

RED Monstro VistaVision VV rental in Los Angeles, LA, Hollywood, Burbank and USA nationwide

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 Res = 8192×3413 (27.96 megapixels)

Squashed Resolution = 5184×2160 (11.20 megapixels)

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

S16 A35 S35 FF35 65mm 5-perf 70mm 15-perf

0.48x 0.85x 0.96x 1.39x 2.03x 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

Camere Brain Weight = 3.3lbs w/ Media Bay

Max Format/Res = 8K FF 8192×4320 (35.39 megapixels)

Internal Data Rate = 300 MB/s

Film Equivelant 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 RAW per Second per Minute per Hour

REDCODE 3:1 274.44 MB 16.08 GB 964.84 GB

REDCODE 4:1 205.83 MB 12.06 GB 723.63 GB

REDCODE 5:1 164.67 MB 9.65 GB 578.90 GB

REDCODE 6:1 137.22 MB 8.04 GB 482.42 GB

REDCODE 7:1 117.62 MB 6.89 GB 413.50 GB

REDCODE 8:1 102.92 MB 6.03 GB 361.81 GB

REDCODE 9:1 91.48 MB 5.36 GB 321.61 GB

REDCODE 10:1 82.33 MB 4.82 GB 289.45 GB

REDCODE 11:1 74.85 MB 4.39 GB 263.14 GB

REDCODE 12:1 68.61 MB 4.02 GB 241.21 GB

REDCODE 13:1 63.33 MB 3.71 GB 222.65 GB

REDCODE 14:1 58.81 MB 3.45 GB 206.75 GB

REDCODE 15:1 54.89 MB 3.22 GB 192.97 GB

REDCODE 16:1 51.46 MB 3.02 GB 180.91 GB

REDCODE 17:1 48.43 MB 2.84 GB 170.27 GB

REDCODE 18:1 45.74 MB 2.68 GB 160.81 GB

REDCODE 19:1 43.33 MB 2.54 GB 152.34 GB

REDCODE 20:1 41.17 MB 2.41 GB 144.73 GB

REDCODE 21:1 39.21 MB 2.30 GB 137.83 GB

REDCODE 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

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

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

DSMC RED Monstro VV 8K VistaVision User Manual