The Flagship
At the pinnacle of the range is the ALEXA Studio, featuring a quiet, adjustable mirror shutter and an optical viewfinder that provides a real-time, high contrast image with true colors. The Studio is a direct response to cinematographers requests for a camera that perfectly combines cutting edge digital image-making with traditional elements of the film cameras they have known and trusted for generations.
Another key feature of the ALEXA Studio is its 4:3 sensor, which makes it the only digital camera (aside from the ARRIFLEX D-21) to boast true anamorphic capability. Anamorphic lenses create a unique, cinematic look that has been appreciated by directors and cinematographers for over half a century, and cannot be created in post.
ALEXA Classic Family Features
- Film-like, organic look
- High Dynamic Range
- 14+ stops exposure latitude over the entire EI range as measured with the ARRI Dynamic Range Test Chart
- extended, clean highlights
- extremely low noise floor
- holds up extremely well when over or underexposed
- future proof for High Dynamic Range (HDR) displays
- Sharp, natural images for HD, 2K, 4K UHD or 4K Cine deliverables
- High sensitivity
- true base sensitivity of EI 800
- adjustable from EI 160 to EI 3200
- ARRI color science
- natural color reproduction, especially for skin tones
- excellent color separation
- great at resolving mixed color temperature sources
- Multiple in-camera recording options
- ARRIRAW (1, 2), ProRes or DNxHD
- Log C or Rec 709 gamma
- ARRI Look Files for custom looks
- embedded rich metadata in all file formats
- ARRIRAW (1)
- uncompressed, unencrypted raw sensor data
- 16:9 or 4:3 sensor modes (3)
- greatest image quality from ALEXA
- greatest flexibility in post
- best option for future-proof archiving
- Apple ProRes
- ProRes 422, 422 HQ, 4444 and 4444 XQ (2)
- HD or 2K recording resolutions, 16:9 or 4:3 sensor modes (1, 3)
- pre-recording (1)
- native Final Cut Pro X support
- DNxHD
- DNxHD 145, DNxHD 220x and DNxHD 444 (1)
- MXF wrapped files (SMPTE standard compliant)
- native Avid Media Composer support
- Two independent HD-SDI outputs
- optional ARRI Look Files for custom looks
- streaming metadata
- 180º image rotation for Steadicam low mode
- Online tools and downloadable apps
- ARRI Product Quality
- Rugged and reliable
- sealed electronics compartment
- unique cooling system
- stable lens mount/sensor holder
- continuous file closing protects footage
- self-healing metadata
- Intuitive, easy to use controls
- same interface on all ALEXA models
- High quality electronic viewfinder
- Powerful assistive displays, including
- surround view
- false color exposure check
- smooth mode for better motion portrayal
- peaking focus check
- compare stored image with live image
- RETURN IN video
- Well balanced, ergonomic body design
- Global ARRI service network
- Compatibility with industry standards
- PL mount lenses
- Apple ProRes, Avid DNxHD, HD-SDI, SxS PRO, SxS PRO+ cards
- Gold mount or V-lock on-board batteries
- 12 or 24 V power inputs and outputs
- support for ARRI and cmotion cvolution wireless lens control systems
- ARRIRAW support through ARRI Partner Program and ARRIRAW SDK
- Numerous upgrade options
- upgradable in-camera recording module (XR Module)
- upgradable electronics interface module (Plus side panel)
- Exchangeable Lens Mount (ELM)
- easy and powerful free Software Update Packets (SUPs)
- new features through purchase of license
- Long and reliable product cycles
- Top of the Line ALEXA Camera
- Exceptional image quality
- Efficient and versatile workflows
- ARRI product quality
- Simple and safe operation
- Fully loaded: includes anamorphic de-squeeze and high speed licenses
- Optical Viewfinder
- Zero delay, artifact-free, natural motion portrayal
- Bright and sharp full color image
- Accurate color fidelity and white balance
- Best way to judge focus
- Easy on the eye
- Works without power
- Compatible with 8x and 10x 435 and 8x ARRICAM eyepieces, extensions and heated eyecups
- Spherical or anamorphic viewing, optic blocks for 2x or 1.3x anamorphic de-squeeze available
- Can be replaced with ALEXA Electronic Viewfinder
- Rotating Mirror Shutter
- No rolling shutter artifacts
- 4:3 Super 35 Active Sensor Area
- Ideal for anamorphic shoots
- Room for vertical repositioning of spherical images
Alexa Models
Amira Models
Discontinued Models
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ALEXA Mini
ALEXA XT Software Update 11.0
ALEXA Frameline Composer
ALEXA Software Update 11.0
ARRIRAWConverter Tutorials
