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RED Digital Cinema DSMC2 BRAIN + DRAGON-X Specifications

  • Construction

    Aluminum Alloy

  • Sensor Type

    DRAGON-X 19.4 Megapixel Super 35mm CMOS

  • Effective Pixels

    6144 x 3160

  • Sensor Size

    30.7 x 15.8mm (Diagonal: 34.5mm)

  • Dynamic Range

    16.5+ stops

  • Max Data Rates

    Up to 300 MB/s using RED MINI-MAG (480GB, 512GB, 960GB & 1TB)
    Up to 225 MB/s using RED MINI-MAG (120GB & 240GB)

  • Max Frame Rates

    75 fps at 6K Full Format (6144 x 3160), 100 fps at 6K 2.4:1 (6144 x 2592)
    96 fps at 5K Full Format (5120 x 2700), 120 fps at 5K 2.4:1 (5120 x 2160)
    120 fps at 4K Full Format (4096 x 2160), 150 fps at 4K 2.4:1 (4096 x 1728)
    150 fps at 3K Full Format (3072 x 1620), 200 fps at 3K 2.4:1 (3072 x 1296)
    240 fps at 2K Full Format (2048 x 1080), 300 fps at 2K 2.4:1 (2048 x 864)

  • Playback Frame Rates

    23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94, 60 fps, all resolutions (Project timebase)

  • Redcode Settings

    3:1 REDCODE at 6K Full Format (6144 x 3160) and 24 fps
    7:1 REDCODE at 6K Full Format (6144 x 3160) and 60 fps
    2:1 REDCODE at 4K Full Format (4096 x 2160) and 24 fps
    6:1 REDCODE at 4K Full Format (4096 x 2160) and 120 fps

  • Redcode Raw Acquisition Formats

    6K Full Format (6144 x 3160), 2:1, 2.4:1, 16:9, 3:2, 6:5, 4:1, 8:1, and Ana 2x, 1.3x, 1.25x
    5K Full Format (5120 x 2700), 2:1, 2.4:1, 16:9, 6:5, 4:1, 8:1, and Ana 2x, 1.3x
    4K Full Format (4096 x 2160), 2:1, 2.4:1, 16:9, 3:2, 4:3, 5:4, 6:5, 4:1, 8:1, and Ana 2x, 1.3x

  • Redcode Raw Acquisition Formats (Contd.)

    3K Full Format (3072 x 1620), 2:1, 2.4:1, 16:9, 3:2, 4:3, 5:4, 6:5, 4:1, 8:1, and Ana 2x, 1.3x
    2K Full Format (2048 x 1080), 2:1, 2.4:1, 16:9, 3:2, 4:3, 5:4, 6:5, 4:1, 8:1, and Ana 2x, 1.3x

  • Apple Prores

    ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422 and ProRes 422 LT at 4K (4096 x 2160) up to 30 fps
    ProRes 4444 XQ and ProRes 4444 at 2K (2048 x 1080) up to 120 fps
    ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422 and ProRes 422 LT at 2K (2048 x 1080) up to 120 fps

  • Avid Codecs

    DNxHR HQX at 4K (4096 x 2160) 12-bit up to 30 fps
    DNxHR HQ and SQ at 4K (4096 x 2160) 8-bit up to 30 fps
    DNxHR 444 at 2K (2048 x 1080) 12-bit up to 120 fps
    DNxHR HQ and SQ at 2K (2048 x 1080) 8-bit up to 120 fps
    DNxHD 444 and HQX (1920 x 1080) 10-bit up to 120 fps
    DNxHD HQ and SQ (1920 x 1080) 8-bit up to 120 fps

  • Temperature

    Operating: 32 to 104 Degree F (0 to 40 Degree C)
    Storage: -4 to 122 Degree F (-20 to 50 Degree C)

  • Relative Humidity

    0 to 85% non-condensing

  • Color Management

    Supports 33 x33 x33, 32 x32 x32, 26 x26 x26, and 17 x17 x17 3D LUTs
    Variable number of 3D LUT outputs with DSMC2 expander module
    User programmable shaper 1D LUTs
    Tetrahedral interpolation, 16-bit processing

  • Audio

    Integrated dual channel digital stereo microphones, uncompressed, 24-bit 48 kHz
    Optional 2 additional channels with DSMC2 expander module, uncompressed, 24-bit 48 kHz

  • Remote Control

    Integrated R.C.P. WiFi antenna
    Ethernet, RS232, and GPI Trigger with DSMC2 expander module

  • Monitor Options

    DSMC2 Touch 7.0" Ultra-Brite LCD (Direct Mount), DSMC2 RED Touch 4.7" LCD, DSMC2 RED Touch 7.0" LCD and DSMC2 RED EVF (OLED) with cable-free connection.
    RED Touch 9.0" LCD, RED Touch 7.0" LCD, RED Touch 5.0" LCD, RED PRO 7" LCD, DSMC2 Touch 7.0" Ultra-Brite LCD, BOMB EVF (OLED) and BOMB EVF (LCOS) compatible with DSMC2 LCD/EVF Adapter A or DSMC2 LCD/EVF Adapter D, and LCD/EVF cable.

  • Redcine-X Pro Delivery Formats

    4K: DPX, TIFF, OpenEXR (.RED via RRencode plugin)
    2K: DPX, TIFF, OpenEXR (.RED via RRencode plugin)
    1080p RGB 4:2:2, 720p 4:2:2 : QuickTime, JPEG, AVID AAF, MXF
    1080p 4:2:0, 720p 4:2:0 : H.264, .MP4

  • Video Editing Software Compatibility

    Adobe Premiere Pro, AVID Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, Edius Pro, Final Cut Pro, Vegas Pro

  • UPC Code

    856672007348

12 Accessories for RED Digital Cinema DSMC2 Camera BRAIN with DRAGON-X 6K S35 Sensor

  • All Accessories (12)
  • Media Storage (1)
  • Viewfinder Accessories (1)
  • Batteries & Power Supply (2)
  • Stabilizers, Supports & Rigs (2)
  • Cases, Bags & Sleeves (1)
  • Power Supply & Accessories (2)
  • Gimbals (1)
  • Bags & Cases (1)
  • Tripod Kits (1)

About RED Digital Cinema DSMC2 BRAIN + DRAGON-X

The camera BRAIN is the primary building block of the RED system, housing the image sensor and advanced computing components. A DSMC2 BRAIN is capable of data write speeds of 300 MB/s, can simultaneously record in REDCODE RAW and Apple ProRes or Avid DNxHR/HD and is offered with DRAGON-X 6K S35 sensor - delivering incredible dynamic range. DRAGON-X features the industry workhorse and award-winning DRAGON sensor, now with IPP2, delivering 6K cinematic imagery in a Super 35 format.

With features like cable-free peripherals, integrated media bay, wireless control, DSMC2 is the most powerful and intuitive camera to date. It is also compatible with a growing arsenal of modules and accessories-from RED and other Third-Party manufacturers. Tack on interchangeable OLPFs and lens mounts and DSMC2 gives you the ultimate control over your footage.

Superior Image Quality
DSMC2 combines advanced color science with incredible dynamic range. The result is cinema image quality that breathes life into your footage. Showcase the depths of shadows as well as highlight roll-off to capture otherwise imperceptible details.

Resolution Matters
All RED cameras deliver stunning resolution and image quality-creating clean and organic images that bring your footage to life.

Your Workflow. Simplified
Shooting RAW has never been this easy. RED's proprietary REDCODE RAW file format, also referred to simply as R3D, gives you maximum flexibility during post. DSMC2 offers greater creative freedom via its ability to simultaneously record in both R3D and Apple ProRes or Avid DNxHR/HD.

What's in the box:

  • DSMC2 Camera BRAIN with DRAGON-X 6K S35 Sensor
  • DSMC2 S35 Standard Optical Low-Pass Filter
  • DSMC Front Body Cap
  • DSMC AC Power Adapter
  • 3" Professional Logo Sticker
  • Torx L-Key T20 Wrench
  • Hex Wrench (3/16")
  • Mini World Travel Adapter
  • Case for Optical Low-Pass Filter
  • Case for DSMC2 Camera BRAIN
  • RED Digital Cinema 2 Year Warranty