Tech Tips & Tech Talks

A total of 19 different ARRIRAW and Apple ProRes recording formats are available for the ALEXA 35, incorporating efficient in-camera downsampling and anamorphic de-squeezing.
Senior Product Manager Marc Shipman-Mueller goes through the various formats, which allow productions to optimize data rate, resolution, and other parameters based on their individual lens choices, workflows, and...

An overview of the two new electronic accessory modules available for ALEXA 35, as well as the B-Mount 24 V battery system. Both the B-Mount and the electronic accessory modules integrate closely with the rear of the camera body.
Product Marketing Manager Sean Dooley describes how the Power Distribution Module PDM-1 offers seven extra power accessory outputs, while the Audio Extension...

To accompany the ALEXA 35, ARRI has developed a complete new set of mechanical support items that provides flexible options for any shooting situation.
Product Marketing Manager Sean Dooley talks through the various system elements, demonstrating how they allow the ALEXA 35 to scale quickly and easily from a small and lightweight setup to a full-blown production configuration. He also...

The ALEXA 35 Production Set includes a number of new and unique mechanical support parts, designed for traditional camera department rigging workflows. In this video, Product Marketing Manager Sean Dooley will take you through the process of building the Production Set, and give you a little bit of info on each of the components and what you can use them for.

Make sure you take a look at...

The ALEXA 35 Lightweight Set includes a number of new and unique mechanical support parts designed for single operators, small crews and lightweight rigging scenarios. In this video, Product Marketing Manager Sean Dooley will take you through the process of building the Lightweight Set, and give you a little bit of info on each of the components and what you can use them for.

Please note...

Join Oliver Temmler, Product Manager for Networked Camera Systems, to explore HDE workflows for the new camera. Learn more about this lossless encoding technique that reduces ARRIRAW file sizes by around 40%, giving productions a data-efficient method of capturing the highest quality images.

For further information on ALEXA 35 workflows visit our website: www.arri.com/alexa35-workflows

Senior Colorist at ARRI, Florian “Utsi” Martin, shows how easy it is to set up ALEXA 35 images for grading using the ARRI Reference Tool, Davinci Resolve, and Filmlight Baselight, demonstrating the new look workflow for on-set look management and postproduction.

For further information on ALEXA 35 workflows visit our website: www.arri.com/alexa35-workflows
0:00 Intro
03:33 Differences...

Christian Grafwallner, ARRI Workflow Tools Product Manager, introduces the ARRI Reference Tool. This program combines the functionality of the ARRIRAW Converter, ARRI Color Tool, and ARRI Meta Extract, supports all ALEXA 35 recording formats, and allows for the creation of ALF4 look files. It supports conversion to SDR and HDR color spaces with looks applied, and is able to export to Apple...

Harald Brendel, Head of Center of Competence Image Science, provides a deep dive into the new LogC4 Tonal Curve in the ALEXA 35, which has the capability to encode the increased dynamic range of the new sensor. He also talks about false color and exposure and compares LogC4 with LogC3.

Learn more about ALEXA 35 workflows on our website: www.arri.com/alexa35-workflows
0:00 Intro
0:25...

In this Tech Talk, ARRI Senior Color Scientist Sean Cooper explains in detail about new image processing steps, like ARRI Color Engine ACE4, ARRI Wide Gamut AWG4, and ARRI Look File ALF4, all used by ALEXA 35 internally and also available through leading third-party postproduction tools for ARRIRAW processing.

Complete information on ALEXA 35 workflows is also available on our website...

You think ARRIRAW files are heavy? Why not saving data and bandwith while speeding up your workflow using HDE (High Density Encoding)! Check out this tech tip video to find out more.

Markus Klüsener, Senior Product Manager Lighting and his very special guest Stefan Karle, Managing Director of DoPchoice, provide some clever insights into Orbiter accessories.
Tune in for a hands-on discussion and learn to full variety of Orbiter. To learn more about Orbiter, visit www.arri.com/orbiter

In this special short episode, multicam and broadcast expert Thomas Stoschek will give insights into the AMIRA Live system. Learn how the system gets set up, step by step, and how to apply unique tools and functions for the benefit of your multicam production workflow.
For more information go to www.arri.com/amiralive or check the playlist with further relevant videos under the link...

Tune in for a special discussion on virtual production with Greg Robbins, Chris Fanning and Carol Mazzoni. Together, this dynamic team has worked on countless commercials and productions, including their recent demo video with AbelCine and the Mercedes S-Class launch, which were both filmed on an LED stage. The team will discuss their experience using the entire range of ARRI gear, from the...

Charlie Rizek, TRINITY operator of "1917," and product developer Curt Schaller, talk about all things TRINITY. Charlie used the TRINITY on a variety of sets, such as music videos, where one-takers are crucial. He gives further insights into his experiences and the transition to producing not only music videos, but world-known feature films and TV series.
You will also learn about the...

For more information click here: https://arriwebgate.com/directlink/2798c7bedc2a4770
A webinar about the safe and creative opportunities of using ARRI Remote Solutions and our Camera Stabilizer Systems. Learn how to achieve stunning cinematic images without compromise and get the most out of all your kit.

For more information click here:
https://arriwebgate.com/directlink/8a9bb8cca4f39270
The requirement of producing in ARRIRAW means generating massive data files. At the same time, staying cost and time efficient is key for any production. CODEX HDE offers an easy tool to reduce the large data footprint, while saving 40% in time and budget! Learn how it works and get valuable insights from...

For more information click here:
https://arriwebgate.com/directlink/cdaf04e62ab6d30d
Watch ARRI experts Fred Merten and Sean Dooley for a webinar about the new ARRI EF Mount (LBUS). They reveal tips and tricks for the ARRI EF Mount (LBUS) and explain for which cameras you can use the ARRI EF Mount (LBUS).

Good lighting is a key ingredient to attracting higher audience. The lighting techniques shared in this video will help you understand the principle of manipulating light to make any face to look its absolute best.
Art Adams, DP and ARRI’s Lens Specialist demonstrates six lighting techniques to light faces using only two SkyPanel S30-C fixtures. See how lighting changes depending on the...

Oliver Temmler, ARRI Product Manager for Recording Media and the Lens Data System, gives you an overview of how to set up LDS with different camera/lens combinations. In the webinar you will also learn about the improvements of LDS-2, and how to make lens data accessible for postproduction.

Download also the pdf with useful links:
https://arriwebgate.com/directlink/993c9dd240127a24

Cinematographer and ARRI Cinema Lens Specialist Art Adams gives an inside look at lighting and shooting commercials. Discover tips and tricks that will help make gorgeous images quickly and efficiently at every budget level.
Download pdf with more information: https://arriwebgate.com/directlink/87ecf0656665feaa

Join ARRI broadcasting expert Thomas Stoschek and industry guest Tilo Krause in this webinar about the creative opportunities and advantages of the ARRI Multicam System. See how the system was set up in an extraordinary location for a classical concert and learn about its special features.

Watch Product Manager Curt Schaller and special guest Nino Pansini (known for "Ford v Ferrari," "Fast & Furious," and many more) demonstrate the SRH-360 and its accessories that allow a remote operating workflow, in order stay safe on set and comply with Covid guidelines.

Join Product Manager PCA Mechanical Accessories Philip Vischer for detailed information about new camera independent accessories for the camera crew just recently announced.

Get tips and tricks from Product Manager ARRI Camera Accessories Jeanfre Fachon on how to configure the ALEXA Mini LF to your needs with the latest tools.
Also watch the ARRI Tech Talk with Sean Dooley, Sales Manager ARRI Australia: Assembling the Ready To Shoot Set for the ALEXA Mini LF:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyq7PsQl6jc

In diesem Tech Talk zeigen wir euch anhand eines praxisnahen Beispiels,
wie ihr eine korrekte Frame Line, unter Berücksichtigung der Ausleuchtung des anamorphotischen (2.00x) S35 Objektives, erstellt und in unsere ALEXA Mini LF laden könnt.

In this ARRI TECH TALK Live, you will see a demonstration of how to generate a S35 frame line for a 2:1 ratio, using the ALEXA Mini LF. Tips and Tricks from this webinar will help you make your everyday tasks and workflows more efficient.

This time it's about lens cleaning—which is not as easy as you might think. There are hundreds of methods and materials that can be used; however, some of them are not really suitable for lens cleaning and can even be harmful to the health of the users. Thorsten Meywald, Product Manager Optical Systems, and Joachim Jaeger, Service Manager Tech Optics, are providing step-by-step instructions...

ARRI TECH TALK Live: Diesmal geht es um Objektivreinigung – was gar nicht so einfach ist, wie man meinen mag. Es gibt hunderte von Methoden und Materialien, die verwendet werden können. Doch manche sind nicht wirklich für die Objektivreinigung geeignet oder sogar gesundheitsschädlich für Anwenderinnen und Anwender. Thorsten Meywald, Product Manager Optical Systems, und Joachim Jäger, Service...

Discover new possibilities with the latest accessories for our Camera Stabilizer Systems (CSS) and learn how and where to use the new SSB-1 bracket.
This webinar will also show how to improve the balance of your TRINITY with the help of counterweights and donuts.
Insider Tips: Product Manager Curt O. Schaller will reveal how to improve the overall performance of the TRINITY with refined...

Entdecken Sie neue Möglichkeiten mit ARRIs Zubehör für Camera Stabilizer Systems (CSS) und erfahren Sie, wie und wo Sie die neue SSB-1 Halterung verwenden können.
Dieses Webinar erklärt außerdem wie mit Donut und Gegengewichten das Gleichgewicht der TRINITY verbessert werden kann.
Insider Tipps: Product Manager Curt O. Schaller verrät, wie Sie die Performance Ihrer TRINITY durch ein...

Tune in for news and updates of ARRI's lighting control app Stellar, the SkyPanel Accessory line up and Orbiter as main character. The Head of Product Management at ARRI Lighting, Florian Bloch, will present details. Our live Q&A session will be the perfect way to get immediate response.

New possibilities for DPs, 1st ACs and DITs with the latest ECS accessories.
In this TECH TALK Live event, you will discover new possibilities with the latest ECS accessories, including the ERM-2400 LCS radio module and the Operator Control Unit OCU-1.
Learn how to use the ERM-2400 LCS as a range extender solution for various devices like the WCU-4 and SXU-1 hand units, ALEXA Mini LF and...

Vielfältige Anwendungsmöglichkeiten für DPs, 1st ACs und DITs mit dem neuesten ECS-Zubehör.
In diesem virtuellen TECH TALK Live Event erhalten Sie nützliche Tipps über die verschiedensten Einsatzmöglichkeiten unseres neuesten ECS-Zubehörs, darunter das ERM-2400 LCS-Funkmodul und der Operator Control Unit OCU-1.
Erfahren Sie, wie Sie das ERM-2400 LCS als Range-Extender-Lösung für die WCU-4...

Unser neuestes Webinar über das 10 Jahre ALEXA Jubiläum.

Watch our latest webinar about the 10th Anniversary of ALEXA.

Erhalten Sie neue Einblicke und Insider-Tipps zu unseren ARRI Signature Prime Objektiven direkt von Product Manager Thorsten Meywald. Erweitern Sie Ihr technisches Know-How und lernen Sie über die Ästhetik unserer Objektive. Erfahren Sie mehr über die offenen Schatten, chromatische oder sphärische Aberration, Bokeh und Flares, und entdecken Sie die vielfältigen kreativen Möglichkeiten, die...

Hear important insights and even some secrets about the ARRI Signature Prime lenses directly from the product manager Thorsten Meywald.
Expand your technical know-how and discover the aesthetic aspects of our lenses. Learn more about open shadows, chromatic or spherical aberration, bokeh, and flares while witnessing the variety of creative opportunities available using the magnetic rear...

Want to know how to import a Frame Line into ALEXA MINI / AMIRA? See for yourself! Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/frame-line-composer

Electronic accessories for ALEXA Mini LF include the WCU-4 for wireless control of focus, iris and zoom, as well as camera functions; SXU-1 for single-axis wireless control; OCU-1 for operator control; ARRI Master Grips; web remote via WiFi; camera control with the new MVF-2 viewfinder; and ARRI’s Wireless Video System, including the new WVR-1s receiver. Learn more...

ALEXA Mini LF is compatible with almost all ALEXA Mini accessories, with the slight camera body differences accommodated by a new MSB-3 side bracket, new clamp for rear accessory bracket, and new vertical top plate for sideways shooting. This clip also demos the stabilizer plate for compact bridge plate, allowing quick changes from handheld to tripod, stabilizer, or remote head. Explore...

Get to grips with workflows for ALEXA Mini LF, which records MXF/ARRIRAW or MXF/Apple ProRes internally to the new 1TB Codex Compact Drive. Explore ARRI look management; recording formats and resolutions; sensor modes; Codex High Density Encoding (HDE) for data cost savings; ARRI apps like the ARRI Color Tool, ARRIRAW Converter, and ARRI Meta Extract; and ARRI online tools like the Camera...

Join Sean Dooley, Sales Manager ARRI Australia, and learn more about the assembling of the ready to shoot set for the ALEXA Mini LF. He explains how to put the different pieces together and why ARRI designed them the way they are.

Discover how to install a behind the lens FSND Filter on an ARRI ALEXA LF camera. Find out more in our Tech Tip video.

Learn how to control and monitor the ALEXA Mini LF using the MVF-2 flip-out monitor.

When using an ARRI ALEXA MiniLF, ALEXA Mini or AMIRA camera, the interchangeable lens mount system allows different lens-mount options.
This video explains why there is a PL to LPL adaptor that comes with the ALEXA MiniLF, offering great flexibility when using PL-mounted lenses.

ALEXA Mini and ALEXA Mini LF can be combined with a variety of accessory plates. Find out more in our Tech Tip video.

You can now create content for IGTV and other projects in a vertical 9:16 format, thanks to the Adapter Set for ALEXA Mini and ALEXA Mini LF. See for yourself in our Tech Tip video.

Find out how to mount a Rear Accessory Bracket RAB-1 to your ALEXA Mini and ALEXA Mini LF in today’s Tech Tip from the ARRI Academy.

The Compact Bridge Plate CBP-1 for ALEXA Mini and ALEXA Mini LF grants you more flexibility, easy shoulder balance, and more. Check out all its benefits in our Tech Tip video.

ARRI is releasing ALEXA Mini LF Software Update Package 7.0, an update that includes new recording formats and many more features that enhance the usability of the camera.
One of the most asked for additions to the Mini LF are the new Super 35 recording formats. With these new formats, the Mini LF is now more flexible than ever and can be used for both large-format and Super 35 productions.

ALEXA Mini and ALEXA Mini LF can be combined with a variety of accessory plates. Find out more in our Tech Tip video.

You can now create content for IGTV and other projects in a vertical 9:16 format, thanks to the Adapter Set for ALEXA Mini and ALEXA Mini LF. See for yourself in our Tech Tip video.

Find out how to mount a Rear Accessory Bracket RAB-1 to your ALEXA Mini and ALEXA Mini LF in today’s Tech Tip from the ARRI Academy.

The Compact Bridge Plate CBP-1 for ALEXA Mini and ALEXA Mini LF grants you more flexibility, easy shoulder balance, and more. Check out all its benefits in our Tech Tip video.

In this short film we take you through some of the features of the new ALEXA LF – its user interface, compatibility with existing accessories and monitoring outputs. Learn more about the large-format camera system: https://www.arri.com/largeformat/

The ALEXA LF can record onto ARRIRAW or ProRes, and gives the option to record in native resolution, or to ‘down-res’ to HD or 2K as required. Learn more about the large-format camera system: https://www.arri.com/largeformat/

Want to know how to prepare your SD Card for use with ALEXA SXT / ALEXA LF? See for yourself! Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help

Want to know how to import a Frame Line into ALEXA SXT / ALEXA LF? See for yourself! Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/frame-line-composer

Working with AMIRA Log C ProRes material in AVID Media Composer 8.1. How to work with AMIRA Look’s with custom 3D LUT’s combined with CDL grading.

Recorded frame line formats are saved in the metadata of MXF/ARRIRAW or ARRIRAW files. Clips can be adjusted with or without an embedded frame line.
This video describes how to apply an embedded frame line for the rendering process.
Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

Different input and output aspect ratio values can creat a letterbox or a pillar box. This video describes how to adjust different input and output aspect ratios by boxing and cropping.
Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

You can define custom output formats for post-production in the ARRIRAW Converter.
This video describes how to define a custom output format for the rendering process.
Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

Sometimes it is necessary to adjust the format of an embedded frame line. This video describes how to modify an embedded frameline by an input crop.
Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

This video describes how to take a snapshot of the current selected image in the viewing area. Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

This video describes how to render a single clip in the ARRIRAW Converter. Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

There are several ways to view metadata in the ARRIRAW Converter. This video describes how to display a custon set of metadata. Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

This video describes how to change the image orienation of the current selected clip in the ARRIRAW Converter. Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter.

The ARRIRAW Converter can open the last opened project as start-up.This video describes how to setup this option. Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

This video describes how to apply a prepared look file on a clip. Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

All camera sensors exhibit a certain number of defect pixels. In the majority of cases, the sensor calibration and dynamic dead pixel compensation should address all single-pixel errors. In the very rare case that some defect pixels are not corrected in the camera, the defect pixels can be corrected in post-production via User Pixel Masking.
This video describes how to mask defect pixels...

The video will show you how to render a clip with the corrections of the User Pixel Masking.
Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

The video will show you how to install a created pixel masking map in the AMIRA or ALEXA Mini camera.
Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter.

The video will show you how to install a created pixel masking map in the ALEXA cameras.
Learn more on https://www.arri.com/en/learn-help/learn-help-camera-system/tools/arriraw-converter

Recordings from an ARRI camera are rich on additional information, such as lens- or camera-data. In this Tech Tip you will learn how to visualize and extract ARRI Metadata easily - check it out!

Explains how to configure a render target that then creates a .csv metadata file in the render process.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Explains how to render all clips of the render queue or one or more clips via context menu.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Demonstrates the Integrity Check function that can be used prior to starting a long render process.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Explains how to override the original clip settings in the render process to e.g. use one look for all clips of a render queue.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Explains the configuration options that you have to set up the path and file name in a render target.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Explains the influence of the Processing Version setting on the available DeBayer modes and shows the general render settings.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Demonstrates how to create and use a new render queue.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Explains the main concepts of the RENDER room in the new ARRIRAWConverter 3.0 and introduces the main areas and panels of the GUI.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Explains how Fast Forward works in ARC3 (dropping of frames).
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Demonstrates how to hide panels in the VIEW room and how to enter the two full-screen modes.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Demonstrates how to change between different time code and frame count formats.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Demonstrates how to set different duration formats in the timeline for clips and sequences.
See also: http://www.arri.com/goto/arriraw-tutorials
ARC3 tutorial playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqORVKxCwMdN-cD7dsSovcjuqr2sPtUPz

Want to know how to convert a 3D-LUT to an ALF-2 in the ARRI Color Tool? See for yourself! Learn more on www.arri.com/camera/alexa/learn/color_faq

Learn how ARRI's AMIRA Color tool enables you to create, extract and organize AMIRA Look Files. Starting with a short introduction of the user interface, covering look creation and color processing chain, this screencast(s) will get you up to speed with the color tool.

In this screencast Alexander Keerl covers the changes and new features of version "1.0 release" of the AMIRA Color Tool:
Medadata display, Different ways to save a look, Undo/redo,
Preferences dialog

An overview of the exciting features provided by the ARRI ALEXA XT series of cameras.

A workshop designed to impart detailed, practical ALEXA service and maintenance knowledge and skills.

Certified quality -- peace of mind for buyers and sellers of pre-owned ALEXA cameras.

An overview of how to create lens tables with ALEXA.

With Marc Shipman-Mueller

ALEXA Software Update Packet 4.0 with Marc Shipman-Mueller