ALEXA M

The Specialist

The ALEXA M is a flexible solution consisting of a separate camera head and body; it is tailored for action and aerial photography, tight corner shots and 3D productions. Based on cutting edge ARRI technologies, the M model features the same sensor, image processing, build quality, efficient workflows and exceptional image quality that have made ALEXA such a worldwide success. The head and body of the M are connected with a fiber optic cable, which in a hybrid form can also be used for powering the head. Weighing well under 3 kg, the compact front end offers multiple mounting points and versatile maneuverability. Meanwhile the body provides various options for recording images, sound and metadata, accommodating as many different workflows as the standard ALEXA.

ALEXA Classic Family Features

EXCEPTIONAL IMAGE PERFORMANCE

Film-like, organic look
Wide exposure latitude
- 14 stops over the entire EI range as measured with the ARRI Dynamic Range Test Chart
- extended, clean highlights
- extremely low noise floor
High sensitivity
- base EI 800
- adjustable from EI 160 to EI 3200
ARRI color science
- natural color reproduction, especially for skin tones
- excellent color separation
- holds up very well when over or underexposed
Sharp, natural images for HD, 2K or 4K deliverables

EFFICIENT AND VERSATILE WORKFLOWS

Multiple output options
- ARRIRAW (2), ProRes, DNxHD (1) and HD-SDI
- Log C or Rec 709 gamma
- ARRI Look Files for custom looks
- metadata embedded in all file formats and outputs
ARRIRAW (2)
- uncompressed, unencrypted raw sensor data
- greatest image quality from ALEXA
- greatest flexibility in post
- best option for future-proof archiving
Apple ProRes
- in-camera recording
- all five Apple ProRes codecs
- HD or 2K (2), 16:9 or 4:3
- native Final Cut Pro support
DNxHD (1)
- in-camera recording
- MXF wrapped files (SMPTE standard compliant)
- DNxHD 145 and DNxHD 220x codecs
- native Avid Media Composer support
Online tools and downloadable apps

(1) DNxHD recording not possible with XT cameras and ALEXA Classic cameras with the
XR Module upgrade as of SUP 8.0 (ALEXA XT/XR); planned for SUP 9.0 (ALEXA XT/XR).
DNxHD is possible with ALEXA Classic cameras with SUP 7.x and SUP 8.x (ALEXA Classic).

(2) ProRes 2K and ARRIRAW are not available on ALEXA HD and ALEXA HD Plus

SIMPLE AND SAFE OPERATION

ARRI Product Quality
Rugged and reliable
- sealed electronics compartment
- unique cooling system
- stable lens mount/sensor holder
Intuitive, easy to use controls
- same interface on all ALEXA models
High quality electronic viewfinder
Powerful assistive displays, including
- surround view
- false color exposure check
- smooth mode for better motion portrayal
- peaking focus check
- compare stored image with live image
- RETURN IN video
Well balanced, ergonomic body design
Global ARRI service network

OPEN, FUTURE-PROOF ARCHITECTURE

Compatibility with industry standards
- PL mount lenses
- Apple ProRes, Avid DNxHD (1), HD-SDI and SxS PRO cards
- Gold mount or V-lock on-board batteries
- 12 or 24 V power inputs and outputs
- support for ARRI and cmotion cvolution wireless lens control systems
- ARRIRAW support through ARRI Partner Program and ARRIRAW SDK
Numerous upgrade options
- upgradable in-camera recording module
- upgradable electronics interface module
- Exchangeable Lens Mount (ELM)
- easy and powerful free software updates
- new features through purchase of license
Long product cycles