User Manual

12 Introduction to the ALEXA SXT Camera System
Improved image quality
•
optional mild ARRI Noise Reduction (ANR)
•
advanced defect pixel correction
•
3D LUTs provide more flexibility for baked-in looks
Single speed mode
New media bay and drives
•
supports SxS PRO, SxS PRO+ and CFast 2.0 cards
•
supports XR Capture Drives and SXR Capture Drives
•
new SXR Capture Drives are modern high capacity and high speed drives
•
new SXR Capture Drive Dock (Thunderbolt)
ALEXA SXT Camera Models
The ALEXA SXT EV (Entry Version) provides the most affordable entry with full
ALEXA image quality, a Super 35 Open Gate sensor, ARRI Lens Data System, as well
as in-camera ARRIRAW and ProRes recording in a variety of recording formats.
The ALEXA SXT Plus is a true allrounder. On top of the ALEXA SXT EV features, the
ALEXA SXT Plus provides an integrated wireless radio for camera and lens remote
control (with the ARRI Electronic Control System (ECS) or cmotion cvolution system),
Lens Data System, built-in tilt and roll sensors, as well as additional connectors for
remote control, video outputs (HD-SDI) and accessory power (RS).
The ALEXA SXT W (Wireless) is the most versatile and flexible of the ALEXA SXT
cameras. The SXT W is based on the ALEXA SXT Plus and extends its features with
an integrated HD video transmitter and an integrated WiFi radio.
The flagship of the range, the ALEXA SXT Studio, is the only digital motion picture
camera with an optical viewfinder and a rotating mirror shutter.
ALEXA SXT Main Features
Best Overall Image Quality
•
Film-like, organic look
•
High Dynamic Range
°
14+ stops dynamic range over the entire EI range as measured with the ARRI
Dynamic Range Test Chart
°
gentle highlight roll-off
°
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 and 4K Cine deliverables
•
Unique tall sensor is ideal for anamorphic lenses
•
High Frame Rate (HFR)
°
up to 120 fps in full image quality
•
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