List of Red Digital Cinema cameras

The following provides a full list of cameras and notable accessories manufactured under the Red Digital Cinema Company brand.

Cameras Some models have different body variants: Aluminum Alloy, Forged or Woven Carbon Fiber and Magnesium and some have a custom-colored limited editions.

Red One (introduced in 2007-2009)

The Red One was Red Digital Cinema’s first production camera. Using a S35mm image plane, the Red One displays a natural depth of field from 2K to over 4K resolutions.

The first Red Ones were outfitted with the 12 megapixel Mysterium sensor, capable of capturing up to 120 frames per second at 2K resolution and 30 frames per second at 4K resolution. The only possible acquisition format is Redcode Raw. The cameras were initially sold with a CF card slot that later could be replaced with a RedMag module. The second generation, Red One Mysterium-X has a 14 megapixel Mysterium-X sensor. It captures up to 120 frames per second at 2K resolution and up to 30 frames per second at 4K resolution. With the upgraded sensor, the Red One Mysterium-X offers more dynamic range, higher sensitivity and enhanced color management tools than the Red One Mysterium.

Model Sensor Active Pixel Area Max res at 24fps Acquisition format Max Apple ProRes/Avid DNx resolution Active Imaging Area (mm) Active Imaging Area (diagonal, mm) Media Dimensions (WxHxD, mm) Weight (g) including Media Bay Red One 4K 2007 Mysterium 4K 4480 x 2304 4K .r3d N/A 24.2 mm x 12.5 mm 27.3 mm CF 148 x 97 x 57 4540 g; Red One M-X 4K 2009 Mysterium-X 4K 4480 x 2304 4K .r3d N/A 24.2 mm x 12.5 mm 27.3 mm CF + RedMag 148 x 97 x 57 4540 g;

DSMC (introduced in 2011-2013) DSMC cameras are modular and can be customized in various configurations. Several lens mounts can be attached to the camera. The only possible acquisition format is Redcode Raw. Introduction of RedMag SSDs, later Red Mini-Mags. Touchscreen introduction.

Scarlet M-X shoots regular speeds of up to 30fps at 4K and up to 120 fps at 2k. At 5K, it can't exceed 18fps.

Model Sensor Active Pixel Area Max res at 24fps Acquisition format Max Apple ProRes/Avid DNx resolution Active Imaging Area (mm) Active Imaging Area (diagonal, mm) Media Dimensions (WxHxD, mm) Weight (g) including Media Bay Scarlet M-X 5K 2011 Mysterium-X 5K 5120 x 2700 4K .r3d N/A 27.7 mm x 14.6 mm 31.4 mm RedMag/Red Mini-Mag 148 x 97 x 57 2195 g; Scarlet Dragon 6K 2013 Dragon 6K 6144 x 3160 5K .r3d N/A 30.7 mm x 15.8 mm 34.5 mm RedMag/Red Mini-Mag 148 x 97 x 57 2195 g; Epic M-X 5K 2011 Mysterium-X 5K 5120 x 2700 5K .r3d N/A 27.7 mm x 14.6 mm 31.4 mm RedMag/Red Mini-Mag 148 x 97 x 57 2195 g; Epic M-X 5K Monochrome 2011 Mysterium-X 5K Monochrome 5120 x 2700 5K .r3d N/A 27.7 mm x 14.6 mm 31.4 mm RedMag/Red Mini-Mag 148 x 97 x 57 2195 g; Epic Dragon 6K 2012 Dragon 6K 6144 x 3160 6K .r3d N/A 30.7 mm x 15.8 mm 34.5 mm RedMag/Red Mini-Mag 148 x 97 x 57 2195 g; Epic Dragon 6K Monochrome 2012 Dragon 6K Monochrome 6144 x 3160 6K .r3d N/A 30.7 mm x 15.8 mm 34.5 mm RedMag/Red Mini-Mag 148 x 97 x 57 2195 g; Epic Dragon 6K CF 2013 Dragon 6K 6144 x 3160 6K .r3d N/A 30.7 mm x 15.8 mm 34.5 mm RedMag/Red Mini-Mag 148 x 97 x 57 1750 g;

DSMC2 (introduced in 2015-2018) DSMC2 cameras are modular and can be customised in various configurations. Several lens mounts can be attached to the camera. Differences to the former DSMC line are reduced size and weight, cable-less connections, as well as the addition of Apple ProRes and Avid DNx.

Model Sensor Active Pixel Area Max res at 24fps Acquisition format Max Apple ProRes/Avid DNx resolution Active Imaging Area (mm) Active Imaging Area (diagonal, mm) Media Dimensions (WxHxD, mm) Weight (g) including Media Bay Red Raven 4.5K 2015 Dragon 4.5K 4608 × 2160 4.6K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 2K 23.04 mm x 10.80 mm 25.5 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 103.2 1588 g; Scarlet-W Dragon 5K 2015 Dragon 5K 5120 × 2700 5K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 25.60 mm x 13.50 mm 28.9 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1588 g; Scarlet-W Dragon 5K Monochrome 2015 Dragon 5K Monochrome 5120 × 2700 5K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 28.9 mm x 13.5 mm 28.9 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1588 g; Red Epic-W Gemini 5K S35 2018 Gemini 5K S35 5120 × 3000 5K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 30.72 mm x 18 mm 35.61 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1520 g; Red Epic-W Helium 8K S35 2016 Helium 8K S35 8192 × 4320 8K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 29.90 mm x 15.77 mm 33.80 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1520 g; DSMC2 Dragon-X 6K S35, formerly DSMC2 Dragon-X 5K S35 2018 Dragon-X 6K S35 6144 × 3160 6K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 30.7 mm x 15.8 mm 34.5 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1520 g; DSMC2 Gemini 5K S35 2018 Gemini 5K S35 5120 × 3000 5K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 30.72 mm x 18 mm 35.61 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1520 g;DSMC2 Dragon 6K S35 (CF, Mg), formerly Weapon 6K (Carbon Fiber, Magnesium) 2015 Dragon 6K 6144 × 3160 6K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 30.72 mm x 15.30 mm 34.5 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1497 g; DSMC2 Helium 8K S35, formerly Weapon 8K S35, (Aluminum, CF, White Limited Edition) 2016 Helium 8K S35 8192 × 4320 8K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 29.90 mm x 15.77 mm 33.80 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1520 g; DSMC2 Helium 8K S35 Monochrome, formerly Weapon 8k S35 Monochrome 2016 Helium 8K S35 Monochrome 8192 × 4320 8K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 29.90 mm x 15.77 mm 33.80 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1520 g; DSMC2 Dragon 8K VV, formerly Weapon Red Dragon 8K VV 2015 Dragon 8K VV 8192 × 4320 8K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 40.96 mm x 21.60 mm 46.31 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1497 g; DSMC2 Dragon 8K VV Anamorphic, formerly Weapon 8K VV Anamorphic 2015 Dragon 8K VV 6720× 4320 8K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 33.60 mm x 21.60 mm 39.94 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1497 g; DSMC2 Monstro 8K VV, formerly Weapon Monstro 8K VV, (Aluminum, CF, White Limited Edition) 2017 Monstro 8K VV 8192 × 4320 8K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 40.96 mm x 21.60 mm 46.31 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1520 g; DSMC2 Monstro 8K VV Monochrome 2018 Monstro 8K VV Monochrome 8192 × 4320 8K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 40.96 mm x 21.60 mm 46.31 mm Red Mini-Mag 125.5 x 143.85 x 102 1520 g;

Ranger (introduced in 2019) Ranger cameras are non-modular and come complete with a comprehensive I/O and power array. They are designed for demanding, higher budget studio work. The Ranger Monstro 8K VV was introduced as available for rental only, a first for Red. Model Sensor Active Pixel Area Max res at 24fps Acquisition format Max Apple ProRes/Avid DNx resolution Active Imaging Area (mm) Active Imaging Area (diagonal, mm) Media Dimensions (WxHxD, mm) Weight (g) including Media Bay Ranger Monstro 8K VV 2019 Monstro 8K VV 8192 × 4320 8K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 40.96 mm x 21.60 mm 46.31 mm Red Mini-Mag 152.35 x 160.6 x 206.36 3311 g; Ranger Helium 8K S35 2019 Helium 8K S35 8192 × 4320 8K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 29.90 mm x 15.77 mm 33.80 mm Red Mini-Mag 152.35 x 160.6 x 206.36 3311 g; Ranger Gemini 5K S35 2019 Gemini 5K S35 5120 × 3000 5K .r3d + ProRes/Avid DNx 4K 30.72 mm x 18 mm 35.61 mm Red Mini-Mag 152.35 x 160.6 x 206.36 3311 g;

DSMC3 (introduced in 2020-2025)

DSMC3 cameras are modular and can be customised in various configurations. Differences to the former DSMC2 line are simplified compression options (LQ, MQ and HQ instead of ratios), more competitive pricing for Netflix shooters, and including more I/O on the body. Several lens mounts can be attached to the camera, adapted from the RF mount. The V-Raptor [X], Komodo-X and V-Raptor XE cameras are also available with native Z-mount, distinguished by a yellow lens locking mechanism.

Model Sensor Active Pixel Area Max res at 24fps Acquisition format Max Apple ProRes/Avid DNx resolution Active Imaging Area (mm) Active Imaging Area (diagonal, mm) Media Dimensions (WxHxD, mm) Weight (g) including Media Bay Komodo (Black, ST, Custom Color) 2020Komodo S35 Global Shutter 6144 x 3240 6K .r3d, ProRes 4K / – 27.03 mm x 14.26 mm 30.56 mm CFast 2.0 111.38 x 95.26 x 105.23 952 g; V-Raptor 8K VV (Black, ST) 2021 V-Raptor 8K VV 8192 x 4320 8K .r3d, ProRes 4K / – 40.96 mm x 21.60 mm 46.31 mm CFexpress 115.5 x 108 x 155.5 1828 g; V-Raptor XL 8K VV 2021 V-Raptor 8K VV 8192 x 4320 8K .r3d, ProRes 4K / – 40.96 mm x 21.60 mm 46.31 mm CFexpress 159.81 x 165.9 x 200.81 3624 g; V-Raptor 8K S35 (Black, Rhino) 2023 V-Raptor 8K S35 8192 x 4320 8K .r3d, ProRes 4K / – 26.21 mm x 13.82 mm 29.63 mm CFexpress 115.5 x 108 x 155.5 1814 g; V-Raptor XL 8K S35 2023 V-Raptor 8K S35 8192 x 4320 8K .r3d, ProRes 4K / – 26.21 mm x 13.82 mm 29.63 mm CFexpress 159.81 x 183.4 x 200.81 3624 g; Komodo-X (Black, ST) 2023 Komodo-X S35 Global Shutter 6144 x 3240 6K .r3d, ProRes 4K / – 27.03 mm x 14.26 mm 30.56 mm CFexpress 129.37 x 101.26 x 95.26 907 g; V-Raptor [X] 8K VV 2024 V-Raptor 8K VV Global Shutter 8192 x 4320 8K .r3d, ProRes 4K / – 40.96 mm x 21.60 mm 46.31 mm CFexpress 115.5 x 108 x 155.5 1828 g; V-Raptor XL [X] 8K VV 2024 V-Raptor 8K VV Global Shutter 8192 x 4320 8K .r3d, ProRes 4K / – 40.96 mm x 21.60 mm 46.31 mm CFexpress 159.81 x 165.9 x 200.81 3624 g; V-Raptor XE 8K VV 2025 V-Raptor 8K VV Global Shutter 8192 x 4320 8K .r3d, ProRes 4K / – 40.96 mm x 21.60 mm 46.31 mm CFexpress 115.5 x 108 x 155.5 1828 g;

Panavision Since 2016, Panavision has produced cameras based on Red's sensors.

Red has also made custom cameras for a few filmmakers, including Michael Bay's "Bayhem" Helium 8K and Komodo 6K, as well as David Fincher’s Xenomorph. A remote camera head for tight spaces that just contains the sensor block, similar to a system that Sony developed, was also produced for an unmentioned customer.

Nikon and Red The Nikon ZR is a full-frame digital cinema camera announced by Nikon on 10 September 2025. It is the company’s first model co-developed with RED Digital Cinema, following Nikon’s acquisition of RED in 2024. The ZR is part of Nikon’s new Z-Cinema series and was released in late October 2025.

A wide variety of lens can be used: It can use all of the Nikon Z-mount lenses. It can use PL-mount lenses via the following mount adapters: RED Z to PL Adapter Pack: Enables the use of PL-mount lenses on Z-mount RED Digital Cinema cameras. RED Z to PL with Electronic ND Adapter Pack: Similar to the previous, but includes an integrated electronic ND feature which allows a user to rapidly adjust exposure in 1/4, 1/3, or full stops.

Sensors Through at least 2025, Red deployed a tick tock strategy. Red stated sensors are their most important asset. The Dragon sensor received a score of 101 DxO Mark sensor rating. This marked the first time a digital cinema camera was tested alongside leading stills cameras. For economical reasons Scarlet-W and Dragon-X cameras have the same 6K Dragon sensor used in the original DSMC generation, but only 5K image area of it is utilized in Scarlet-W. Red Raven has a "hard" 4.5K sensor.

List of Red Digital Cinema cameras

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