The Flagship
At the pinnacle of the range is the ALEXA XT Studio (XT = Xtended Technology), featuring a quiet, adjustable mirror shutter and an optical viewfinder that provides a real-time, high contrast image with true colors. Additionally, the ALEXA XT Studio is equipped with an internal motorized ND filter and a DNxHD license. 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.
Like all ALEXA XT cameras it has a Super 35 sensor with Open Gate and 4:3 sensor modes, in-camera ARRIRAW up to 120 fps, ProRes 4444 XQ, ProRes 3.2K, internal ND filter, Lens Data System, integrated CDL capture, ARRIRAW checksum, included anamorphic de-squeeze and high speed licenses, new viewfinder mounting bracket as well as a new, super silent fan.
ALEXA Classic & ALEXA XT 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
- 180° image rotation for Steadicam low mode
- Online tools and downloadable apps
(1) ALEXA HD and HD Plus do not include and cannot be upgraded to ARRIRAW, ProRes 2K, ProRes 3.2K, ProRes 4444 XQ, DNxHD 444, 4:3 sensor mode, 3D sync, pre-recording, SxS PRO+ support or the XR Module.
(2) Only ALEXA XT cameras and ALEXA Classic cameras with the XR Module upgrade.
(3) 4:3 sensor modes only for ALEXA Plus 4:3, ALEXA M, ALEXA Studio and all ALEXA XT models.
- 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
ALEXA XT Family Features
- Open Gate Super 35 sensor
- Open Gate mode: for VFX, upscale to 4K, reposition, resize, rotate or stabilize
- 4:3 mode: unique tall sensor is ideal for anamorphic lenses
- 4:3 mode: increased post flexibility for spherical lenses
- In-camera ARRIRAW
- highest ALEXA image quality, uncompressed and unencrypted
- up to 120 fps in full image quality
- stores ASC Color Decision List (CDL) in metadata
- ARRIRAW checksum for safer and faster downloading
- Powerful and unique ProRes & DNxHD options
- ProRes 4444 XQ: high data rate (500 Mbit/s) = high quality images
- ProRes 3.2K: ideal for 4K UHD up-sample
- High speed ProRes or DNxHD onto XR Capture Drives or CFast 2.0 cards
- High quality internal full-spectrum ND filters (4)
- neutral color balance at all densities
- internal filter holder reduces weight, reflections and hassle
- 8 full-spectrum neutral density (FSND) filters available from ND 0.3 to ND 2.4
- Flexibility of recording media
- XR Capture Drive 512 GB
- SxS PRO or SxS PRO+ memory cards
- CFast 2.0 memory cards
- Built-in Lens Data System (LDS)
- more efficient workflow on-set and in post
- Lens Data Archive (LDA) for use with non-LDS lenses
- Included anamorphic de-squeeze and high speed licenses
- Viewfinder Mounting Bracket VMB-3
- improved operating comfort and flexibility
- strong and rigid construction
- special hard, low friction anodizing on all moving parts
- 15 mm lightweight rods hold viewfinder mount
- built-in bubble level
- Super silent ALEXA XT fan
(4) only for alexa xt, alexa xt m and alexa xt plus. Alexa xt studio has its own motorized nd filter solution.
- 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
- film-like motion portrayal
- no rolling shutter artifacts
- Internal motorized ND filter (ND 1.4)
- Built-in remote control features
- real-time wired or wireless remote control of lens and camera
- plug and play with ARRI Wireless Remote System (WRS)
- compatible with cmotion cvolution lens control systems
- Additional outputs
- a second MON OUT (1.5G HD-SDI)
- a third RS accessory power out
- Included DNxHD license
- Electronic horizon in electronic viewfinder (optional) and metadata
- Lens synchronization for 3D
- Built-in tilt and roll sensors