RED Announce Monstro Sensor and Scope for RED

More future announcements from RED camera today include their next generation sensor that they are calling Monstro. They also announce their the current RED camera sensor can now shoot scope with a capture of 4500 x 1800 pixels at 30p.

RED leader Jim Jannard introduced Monstro: "RED Digital Cinema announces the development of 'Monstro', the Mysterium sensor of the future. 'Monstro' is the sensor that that removes all limitations in current sensor technology. It is expected to arrive the end of 2010.

'Monstro' will be a free upgrade to Epic, which will ship standard with the Mysterium X sensor in 2009.

We fully understand that our customers want resolution, maximum speed, incredible dynamic range, and low light capability. 'Monstro' represents the final frontier in the digital vs. film struggle.

The RED 'Mysterium' sensor was a breakthrough that got the RED ONE on the map. Mysterium X takes RED to the next level. 'Monstro' is the platform that surpasses all expectations. "

HD Magazine's Digital Edition Issue 7

HD Magazine Digital Edition 7 is now online HERE

The issue has an interview with director Mike Figgis, well known as a maverick digital film maker, in this recent interview he comments on the use of HD as well as the process of film making and relationships with actors.

Other videos include an interview with Microsoft's Head Of Research who talks of making cheap digital films.

A new HD v Film test that you can vote on and much, much more...