Atomos ATOMNJA003 Ninja-2 10-Bit HDMI DSLR Video Hard Disk Field Recorder
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By updating the Canon 5dIII firmware, it is now possible to output uncompressed HDMI videos. There are three quality levels 220 MBS, 10 bit 4, and 320 MBS HDMI does not consist of raw data. A file can be imported directly into a video editor from there. the video does seem to have a more pleasant quality to it, but the difference is It is our primary goal to get all of our source material up to broadcast standards before beginning production. It's an amazing 'hack' on the camera's firmware. Although I haven't used Magic Lantern, it makes me really curious. In addition to recording at 14 bits raw, it is capable of recording 30 bit raw. The intention here is to basically create many pictures, which can then be altered/graded in a picture editor as a pre-requisite to creating an Apple ProRes file from the sequence of pictures and importing the video into a video editor of your choice. At a lower level, you are able to refine your work more thoroughly. I'm glad that this is working out well. Your use of photo editing tools is our only dependency on video *br>I believe your decision here will depend on the output requirements and workflow available to you. As an alternative to the Ninja, the files created are at broadcast levels and provide a lot of storage. There is no better way than this. As the bit level of ML is higher, it is tedious and will require more storage space compared to the Ninja solution. It takes an extra step to create the actual video from the raw files using ML. Taking this into account, you must determine the quality level you require and the workflow constraints of the project at hand. *br>For us, the 5dIII is generally the third or fourth camera in the team. We usually use camcorders or cinema cameras as the primary camera. To add some variety to the shoot, we use the 5dIII as a specialty camera with various lenses. As a result, our workflow is to drop the videos into an editor, sync them, and then adjust the color across various cameras with Documentary type work is something we do a lot of, so sometimes we do not have a lot of control, and this can benefit We could use more time adding a ML step, which might be wasted in the color correction process. *br>Your situation might be You might rely exclusively on DSLRs for your work, or your client or your goals might be more specialized, or you might just have more time... in that case, ML would offer you greater precision, control, and the effect you desire. It is my opinion that Ninja is not better than ML or The final output you require and the timelines for your work will determine which process you choose to use. The following information is meant to help. I wish you the best of
Is there really a reason not to? The Ninja Blade works with my laptop and my laptop's HDMI does not record sound. For this reason, it has a separate input for my laptop. The only restriction Ninja has is that he cannot use a machine gun While Ninja allows you to record video 60i or 30p, even if you are recording video in 60p mode, Ninja stores the I would like to add one more An HDMI output that is mirrored clearly is needed. The Canon 5DMIII provides video recording in 10 bit, and I have a dslr camera. In my opinion, Ninja Blade 10 bit video recorded in ProRes and 8 bit video recorded on Mark III do not show any enormous differences. There is indeed a difference, but I am not equipped with professional cameras to notice it, and I can only see with my naked eye. There is new software in the 5DMIII that allows 10 bit signals to be sent from HDMI output. I'm not sure, if this is an option with the Canon70D. As a result, you can record files with HDMI output quality when you use a Ninja Blade along with this camera. Definitely 10bit for the 5DMIII, I don't know what it is for the 70D.
It's true that some cameras will close the shutter after recording for a long time. On a shoot, I used a 60d to do this. I had to wait about a half a second before it closed. I am so- When I went to sync audio, it was 15 frames out of sync. Over the course of two days, I recorded nonstop. A closing time of once an hour made it close after 5 hours.
It is not really designed to be used by itself to record videos. A video camera should be feeding it video data to record video
Selected User Reviews For Atomos ATOMNJA003 Ninja-2 10-Bit HDMI DSLR Video Hard Disk Field Recorder
With the exception of the top and bottom mounting plates (which are also part of the heatsink), the device is plastic, but it is not cheap plastic and feels substantial and durable.
HAVING THE LONG RECORDING ISSUE? The same thing happened to me. Also included are some cool new features in 3) . The Amazon product page does not mention how much cool stuff comes with it in the box as of this writing. The following is taken from their site
Tomos 4 should be translated as "Tom4". The Ninja 2 video recorder is 3 inches wide. The AC Adapter - Disk trays / cases for Master disks
- A battery with a capacity of 2600 mAh for Atomos Monitors, Recorders, and Converters- This docking station is connected to a USB 3 port. The value of 0 & "B1" - A single-phase, 1000mA power supply Charger for AC Battery Plate - It is a Canon LP-E15 The battery adapter type is*- The Nikon EN-EL1 This is El15- The battery adapter type is*- One of a kind Product comes with a one-year warranty, which can be extended to three years with product registration.
As an owner of both the Ninja 2 and the Blade, I am extremely happy with my purchases. Despite its higher price tag of $500, I would recommend the Blade over the iMac if you're looking for a monitor/recorder for only $200 more. The accessories for each of the units have been standardized. There is, however, a custom case for the Blade. With it, you will have a place to place all the items and it is similar to a Pelican case (not as high of a quality, but it is The price of the item $79 per month. In other words, if you were to buy the Ninja 2 case, you would now be about $100 away from the Blade. My purpose is not to trash the Ninja 2, but when the Blade is so much better I can't understand why they're selling it. The Ninja 2 and Blade have a lot in common. I wrote a full comparison between them, but I'd like to provide a brief comparison here. However, if you are only ever going to use it as a recorder, I would suggest just buying the Ninja 2, but if you're going to use it for more than that, the Gina will want the Blade. In the first place, the Blade has a larger screen. There isn't a huge difference, but there is In terms of resolution, there is the largest difference. In the Ninja 2, there is an 800x480 screen. In truth, I wanted a monitor for my computer. There's nothing interesting about it. Among the Blade's capabilities is the ability to display content in 1280x720 resolution. There is a major difference between the two. HD baby, that's what you get. As well as crystal clear HD resolution and better peaking, the picture looks more detailed. It is also important to consider the type of screen. There are many benefits of the Ninja 2. The LCD resistive touch makes it easy to use. With IPS capacitive touch, the Blade gives you the best possible experience. There are specifics to look up, but take my word for it, the Blade is much more advanced It's like comparing a flip phone screen to the retina display of the IPad Air 2. Could you let me know which one you prefer? There are a lot of similarities between False Color, Zebra, and Focus Peaking, however the following features are what separate serious filmmakers from amateurs Vector Scope, Luma Overlay, RGB Parade, Histogram, Unlike most pro tools, I don't have the time to explain them in a detailed way. The exposure and white balance of your photos are crucial. In addition, let me add my two cents on In addition to the Blade, the Spyder is also supported. In contrast, the Ninja 2 is unable to calibrate colors using Astomos' color calibration system ($150). In addition, there is the matter of With the Ninja 2, you can input two audio channels at the same time, while the Blade can output up to twelve (monitoring can be selected by the There's a lot I want to say about that, so that's it. I would not stress over the fact you bought the Ninja 2 as a recorder alone. You will be happy with it. There are few differences between them at that level. If you want or need a monitor, go for it. It will be worth the investment if you go for the Blade.
By "clean", I mean that these files are not compressed as they would be if recorded to the camera's internal card. As a result, these video files are quite It is, however, easier and more reliable to record and transfer data using an SSD. As a result, I do not use a spinning drive (which would be cheaper) because the recorder may be bumped during a shoot and disrupt the drive. I use Final Cut Pro X for editing. In that sense, it is very helpful to record in ProRes422 since it eliminates the need for any "conversion" before importing You can also record in other formats using the Ninja 2, which comes with a variety of options available through the menu system. feature is valuable as it helps to improve video workflow. Alternatively, there is an HDMI port, which enables the connection of another monitor or other accessory required by Clearly labeled menus are one of the best features of the menu screens. I like the size of the buttons. Viewing files on the screen and selecting one to play individually is possible. Also, the SDD drive needs to be installed in a casing before it can be used with Taking this step will likely take between 2 and 3 In order to use more than one drive on a job, be sure to buy extra caddies the Ninja 2 comes with just one. The drive has to be removed from the recorder and connected to the USB docking station that is included with the Ninja 2, in order to transfer files to your computer. You have nothing to worry about, everything is easy and straightforward. Besides these, there are several others, all of which can be found in the accompanying manual online. We won't rehash them I have a few things to say about things I find not so Unfortunately, the screen is not as bright and clear as it could be. The hood is required in daylight conditions, which Atomos sells or that you can make yourself if you so desire. Compared to the Nikon, the Nikon's monitor seems a bit sharper but it is smaller. Also, I noticed that the monitor on my Canon XF100 camcorder is sharper than before. In light of that, I am not buying a monitor for the Ninja 2 it is a recorder with playback and monitoring This price point has led to some compromise of these two components, but I will accept it. You might want to reconsider if you think that you can perhaps get by with our monitor without a serious one. You might also want to demo a unit to see if it is right forget the HDMI connection on the Ninja 2, which you can use for that other monitor. )
There is also the issue of the cold shoe mount being less than excellent. There are problems in the security system. I can rest my Nikon atop it, but it can be wobbly sometimes. In light of the price of this unit, a better connector should be included as standard. A good thing is that the Ninja 2 has a tapped hole that allows for installation using a better method, which I will do if I use it to make a cage around my This unit does exactly what it is advertised to do, record that HDMI signal from the D800 through HDMI, and import the files straight into FCPX without any conversions. My first use of it has resulted in excellent results, and that's all that.
