416 D I G I T A L L Y S P E A K I N G
How would the 416 fare if looked at in terms of digital specifications?
When the images shot with the 416 are scanned with an ARRISCAN, the result is at least a 2K, uncompressed 4:4:4 RGB image, 16 bit linear or 10 bit log. Thus the 416 camera fulfills the 2K DCI specifications.
The camera runs up to 75 fps while recording on the same media as when running at 24 fps, still without any compression at full resolution. It uses industry standard PL mount cine lenses.
The 416 is equipped with a full color optical viewfinder. Optical viewfinders, as used in all ARRI cameras, provide by far the most comfortable, accurate and efficient way to work when capturing images.
The image sensor (i.e. the film) can be upgraded in less than a minute. That is how long it takes to load the 416 magazine with new film stock. The image sensor is instantly modular (i.e. you can load new film stock at any time) and guaranteed compatible with future image sensor upgrades (new 16 mm film will fit, of course). In fact, you can switch image sensors at will, by loading film stocks with different characteristics for different sensitivity or a different look.
And all that at a weight (camera, loaded magazine, viewfinder and video assist) of 12.2 lbs (5.5 kg), and a power draw of 0.7 amps (about 20 Watts) while running.
Please compare these specs with those of your favorite digital camera.
