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!