The RED ONE camera allows two different compression choices, defined as REDCODE™28 and REDCODE™36. Given the various resolution choices of 2K, 3K and 4K, the following is a list of maximum frame rates possible with CF, RED-RAID and RED-RAM drives:

REDCODE™28 2K 2:1

RED 8GB CF - 100 fps

RED 16GB CF - 120 fps

RED-DRIVE - 120 fps

RED-RAM - 120 fps

REDCODE™28 2K 16:9

RED 8GB CF - 100 fps

RED 16GB CF - 100 fps

RED-DRIVE - 100 fps

RED-RAM - 100 fps

REDCODE™28 3K 2:1

RED 8GB CF - 50 fps

RED 16GB CF - 60 fps

RED-DRIVE - 60 fps

RED-RAM - 60 fps

REDCODE™28 ...

The RED ONE camera currently offers 3 solutions for recording.

First, and recommended as the most reliable, bullet-proof and dependable solution, is recording directly to compact flash, using the RED CF Module, an internal recording solution that adds $500 to the cost of the body. This solution is so viable that RED builds every body with this option in place. In addition to providing the best recording solution, it also allows the best method for uploading firmware builds for the camera. Recording times for a RED 8GB CF card run between 4 and 5 minutes, depending on resolution and compression, roughly the equivalent of a 400' film reel. Introduced concurrently with Build 16 was the 16GB card, doubling the performance in record time of the 8GB card.

The second solution is the RED DRIVE (RAID) which comprises two 160GB drives in a RAID 0 configuration. This solution provides roughly 3 hours of 4K record time (again, dependent on compression).

The third solution is RED RAM, a Solid State drive technology, offering the combined advantage of shock proof, robust design with long recording time. The current capacity of RED RAM is 128GB, affording an hour of 4K capture.

RED is both an engineering and design company and we are working, at any given moment, on a variety of new technologies, never resting, always anticipating the next new thing. Often times we can't hold back our own excitement and announce product that is a ways down the line. The effort to design and build our own set of primes, setting the bar high for performance at an industry revolutionizing price point, was a challenge bigger than we had imagined. We are very near the introduction of the Prime lenses, as we are testing the prototypes currently. Results so far indicate that these lenses will be world class and worth the wait. These and other new items coming can be followed on our Delivery Schedule page on REDUSER.net at: http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?t=7464

RED strongly recommends the use of RED branded 8GB and 16GB cards. RED has tested virtually all high speed 8GB cards and put their name on the best performance product, while developing their own 16GB card. Due to the tremendous amount of data being written to these cards, it is only the very highest speed cards that can handle the data stream.

Everything. RED's world-class sensor development program made several huge breakthroughs, allowing resolution performance and read-reset times thought to be virtually impossible when EPIC was originally conceived. It became immediately obvious that by developing EPIC as a modular, component-based, building block concept, that the company's ethos of Obsolescence Obsolete could be taken to a higher plane, offering a product that could be upgraded indefinitely by simply switching out the sensor/electronics package, while keeping all of the peripheral parts of the camera intact. Announced on November 13th, 2008, the NEW EPIC concept revolutionized camera design. Modularity would be the key, with all modules interchangeable and compatible with all current and future camera body designs. Instead of a single 5K camera body with integrated I/O and power/finder solutions, EPIC would become four individual bodies, or "Brains", ranging from 5K to 28K, and almost infinitely configurable.

EPIC's four models include EPIC S35 5K PRO CINEMA, EPIC FF35 6K PRO CINEMA, EPIC 645 9K PRO and EPIC 617 28K PRO.

The original RED ONE, anchor of the RED Digital Cinema Camera Co., is a 4K camera, meaning that the horizontal resolution of the sensor is over 4000 pixels. EPIC S35 is a 5K camera, providing over 5000 horizontal pixels, EPIC FF35 is a 6K camera, providing 6000 horizontal pixels, EPIC 645 is a 9K camera that provides over 9000 horizontal pixels and the phenomenal EPIC 617, a 28K camera, offers a mind-numbing 28,000 pixel horizontal resolution. In comparison, an HD video camera offers 1920 horizontal pixels. EPIC S35 offers 6 times the resolution of HD, EPIC FF35 offers 10 times the resolution of HD, EPIC 645, over 30 times and EPIC 617, well over 100 times the resolution of HD.

EPIC S35 5K uses a 13.8MP sensor, EPIC FF35 6K uses a 24MP sensor, EPIC 645 9K uses a 65MP sensor and EPIC 617 28K uses a 261MP sensor.

RED's concept of DSMC (Digital Still & Motion Camera) carries over from its Scarlet program into EPIC, in that any EPIC camera can be used as a world-class still camera, offering from 13.8MP to 261MP still frame resolution, but it is the extraordinary frame rate abilities of EPIC that define it as a PRO CINEMA camera. Shooting a 5K digital cinema camera at up to 100fps, at full 5K resolution, is a dream come true for the feature film maker, but imagine the breakthrough for IMAX quality 9K resolution at up to 50fps or full 6 x 17 cm. ultra wide at up to 30fps, a format that competitors get excited about 1fps. EPIC, in all its forms, set the standard for what digital cinema will be in the future.

EPIC S35 5K offers a sensor that maintains a Super 35 film size, capable of being fully compatible with all standard PL cinema lenses, including both zoom and Prime designs. Resolution of the sensor allows a full 5K cine resolution or a 13.8MP frame. EPIC S35 uses the next generation Mysterium-X sensor technology, developed from knowledge gained in the development of RED ONE's Mysterium sensor. EPIC FF35 6K uses a larger full frame 35mm film sized sensor, measuring 24 x 36 mm, allowing the use of 35 mm still camera lenses with a 1:1 focal length ratio. PL mount lenses, designed for a smaller coverage area can still be used when shooting at 5K or less resolution on the windowed sensor, but for full coverage, RED will provide interchangeable lens mounts for Nikon, Canon and custom RED-Designed 35 mm Electronic lenses. The still frame resolution of EPIC FF35 is 6000 x 4000 pixels, or 24MP. EPIC FF35 will be the first generation of RED camera to employ Monstro, sensor technology advancing even beyond Mysterium-X.

In examining the two families, Scarlet and EPIC, it is apparent that there is crossover on the S35 and FF35 sensors. The Scarlet versions of these sensors are designed to handle a wide variety of cine applications and will likely become the most commonly used cameras for independent film making, music videos, commercials and anywhere an HD video camera might have been considered. Frame rates allow up to 30fps, with brief bursts for slow motion effect. At lower resolutions, higher frame rates are available for further options. Still performance at 13.8 and 24MP, respectively, will target Scarlet DSMC S35 and FF35 as the "go to" camera when both stills and motion are required. Conversely, EPIC versions of S35 and FF35 are all about frame rate and data rate. Hand machined, versus cast, bodies will be designed for day in/ day out professional on-set use, while the larger, more robust bodies, will have additional electronics and cooling systems that will allow the incredible frame rates of EPIC. At 5K and 6K, respectively, EPIC will be able to run at 100 fps! At 2K, EPIC FF35 will be able to run at an amazing 350fps. Remarkably, and the great ...

It is a question that we have heard more than we could ever have imagined. It's funny, because it makes us realize that we don't think conventionally. The whole philosophy of RED is to stay at the very cutting edge of technology and the only way to do that is to stay ahead of it. We are developing technology now for applications that haven't even been thought of yet. We have been in conversation with like-minded forward thinkers that are already developing plans for our cameras, in configurations and scenarios that will boggle the mind. Digital medium format, 65 megapixel, at 50 frames per second. Do you think the cover of Sports Illustrated will ever be the same? Digital Stereo IMAX....... in slow motion. If you can't imagine it, you will be very entertained by it.

From the very beginning, the inspiration behind this company was to be the best camera company in the world. Yes, that meant making some extraordinary cameras, but it also meant treating our customers the way we, as customers, always wanted to be treated by the companies we bought cameras from. It seemed that no matter how loyal we were, how zealous we were about our brand, the company itself never seemed to particularly care. We would run out and buy the latest model only to have it rendered an eBay relic the following year. Well, we wanted to be different. It started with the idea that instead of doling out technology a little bit at a time, over the years, we would make everything we could do available today. And we would bend over backwards to try and make progress something that we could share, making upgrades available to our customers, instead of making them buy new cameras. So, with our very first product, the RED ONE, we have made 18 separate firmware upgrades available to our customers, at no charge, that have literally provided them 18 new cameras over the year. Our next sensor technology, Mysterium-X, providing improved dynamic ...

1. Keep your RED ONE and shoot great images. Get continual free firmware upgrades.

2. Keep your RED ONE and upgrade your sensor to Mysterium-X for $4500.

3. Trade your RED ONE in and receive $17,500 credit towards the purchase of an EPIC X S35 Private Reserve package, which is only available to RED ONE customers.

4. Trade your RED ONE in and receive $17,500 credit towards the purchase of an EPIC FF35 Pro Cinema "Brain".

5. Trade your RED ONE in and receive $17,500 credit towards the purchase of an EPIC 645 Pro "Brain".

6. Trade your RED ONE in and receive $17,500 credit towards the purchase of an EPIC 617 Pro "Brain".

7. Keep your RED ONE and purchase a Scarlet System (one time only) with a 12% discount.

And additionally,

8. Keep your RED ONE and buy an EPIC X S35 Private Reserve package at the $28K offering. The EPIC X ...

The EPIC X upgrade program is open to all RED ONE owners, present and future. There is no cut off date set for the upgrade program.

The period of time that a RED ONE owner may upgrade is indefinite. There will likely be some point where the offer is withdrawn, but it will be far enough into the future that any owner that is considering the switch will have had plenty of time to take advantage of the upgrade.

The retail cost of an EPIC S35 Brain is $28K. EPIC X is a limited edition version of the EPIC S35, housed in unique Titanium colored side panels and packaged with 3 key additional modules, the RED Battery module, the RED Media Module and the RED I/O Module. The package price of the EPIC X and all three modules is $28K, the same as a standard EPIC S35. The RED ONE owner, present and future, is exclusive in their ability to participate in the program and has two options towards upgrading to EPIC X. One, is to trade in his/her RED ONE, receive a one-time $17.5K credit, and pay an additional $10.5K and receive an EPIC X. The other option is to keep ownership of one's RED ONE and pay $28K for the EPIC X package. In either case, the serial number is noted as an "Executed" upgrade transaction.

The order of eligibility for RED ONE owners to trade up to EPIC X is based, in order, on the delivery date of the RED ONE. Production numbers will be targeted to fulfilling the demand in a relatively short period of time, so the wait will not be a long one.

Yes, the Mysterium-X upgrade does not preclude upgrading to an EPIC camera at a later date.

A RED ONE owner can upgrade to any EPIC camera; EPIC X, EPIC S35, EPIC FF35, EPIC 645 or EPIC 617. The upgrade is a one for one program and the serial number is marked as "Executed" upon completion of upgrade.

The RED ONE customer may purchase as many EPICs, at full price, as they want.

With Epic, the customer can upgrade indefinitely, due to the modular concept upon which it is based. EPIC X uses the EPIC S35 Brain. Surrounding that brain and forming the camera are the REDmote control interface, RED Battery Module or REDhandle, RED I/O Module, Finders, LCDs, RED Mounts and a collection of peripheral support gear that comprise a working camera. This modular system allows the user to remove just the brain and replace it with future sensor/electronics packages, without having to give up all of the supporting accessories. The cost of the new brains will rest on the customer, so that RED can stay in business and continue building industry leading cameras. The offer to RED ONE owners of a full credit towards EPIC is a promise made to support the philosophy of "Obsolescence Obsolete" and is a one-time opportunity. It is given because of our commitment to our customer for his or her loyalty, and because our vision of a modular upgradability with EPIC could not evolve based on the RED ONE form factor.

All RED EVFs, RED LCDs, RED Brick batteries and RED Chargers, PL mount lenses and external RED RAID and RED Flash Drives are compatible between the current and future systems. Exceptions would include the RED ONE CF Module, bottom mounting hardware (dovetail/bottom plate), RED Top Mounts or any component specific to the shape of the RED ONE. Anything connecting via signal or power path is fully compatible.

As of November 10th, 2008, the backorder on RED ONE's is fulfilled, so there is no longer a wait to receive your camera. Orders will continue to be made through the red.com order site.

On November 13th, 2008, RED Digital Cinema shocked the world with a new concept camera system. Although sharing the name with the camera introduced at NAB in April '08, Scarlet is part of perhaps the most industrious undertaking in the history of photography and cinematography. Based on a modular system and defined by the moniker DSMC (Digital Still & Motion Camera), Scarlet blurs the line between still and motion capture.

There will be 4 models of Scarlet, one a 2/3" 3K fixed lens 8X camera, the other three being interchangeable lens bodies with 2/3" 3K, S35 5K and FF35 6K sensors. The modular concept of Scarlet allows the user to add handles, battery modules, expansion I/O modules, finders, media and support systems to fit the user's needs, while allowing full upgradeability for future technologies.

Detailed FAQs are forthcoming. Stay tuned to this space. And, as always, specifications, pricing and availability are always subject to change!

All RED EVFs, RED LCDs, RED Brick batteries and RED Chargers, PL mount lenses and external RED RAID and RED Flash Drives are compatible between the current and future systems. Exceptions would include the RED ONE CF Module, bottom mounting hardware (dovetail/bottom plate), RED Top Mounts or any component specific to the shape of the RED ONE. Anything connecting via signal or power path is fully compatible.

RED literally gets requests daily for sponsorship. Although we would love to be involved with all the great ideas and programs presented us, we have been overwhelmed with simply bringing cameras to market. We have taken orders for over 5000 cameras and have, just recently, fulfilled the backorder.

With new development in the wings, RED's resources continue to be stretched thin, both in manpower and in product. In order to provide the exceptional performance to price ratios that RED has achieved in their revolutionary offerings, our overhead is cut to the bone, eliminating the traditional costs of advertising and promotion. This currently prevents us from offering sponsorship or support for all the great projects and events that are presented us. As the company matures and success brings with it additional resources, we will enjoy giving back to the community in as many ways as we can.

New camera owners are contacted following their camera's delivery and invited to a RED Day boot camp, where camera function, available accessories and edit workflow is explained. These RED Day events are currently by invitation only and available only to owners who have received their cameras.

For non camera owners, RED has opened the RED Store at its Southern California Lake Forest facility. At the RED Store is a product specialist who can explain camera function and workflow solutions, while providing a RED One "hands on" experience. Store hours are 9-5, M-F. The store also offers on-site sales of all available non-backordered accessories. Call (949) 206-7900 for additional information.

RED's tech support team is available 24/7 for hardware and firmware-related concerns. For time-critical issues, you can reach RED by phone at 949.206.7900, Monday-Friday from 8am to 5pm PT. After hours by telephone, please leave a voicemail for Technical Support and a Technical Support Representative will be immediately paged. For non time-critical issues you may use the Contact Us webforms on RED.com red.com/contact_us and create a Technical Support Ticket.

For software concerns, please note that REDCINE, RED Alert!, RED Log and Transfer Plugin are all BETA software and community-supported. Support can be found on the REDUSER 4k WORKFLOW forums. RED's internal workflow experts address issues on the 4k forums as much as possible.

RED currently has no provision for will call at the RED facility. In time, and as resources allow, RED will make it possible to take delivery of your camera at our Southern California facility, but currently we do not have the man power to support an on-site retail delivery.

There is no official training program offered at RED currently and RED has no Certification Program in place.