ARRIFLEX 16SR 3 series - concluding a 16 mm classic camera

Announced in 1992, with shipments beginning in 1993, the ARRIFLEX 16SR 3 was a major upgrade of the SR and SR 2 cameras that had been in use since 1975. The SR 3 could shoot in the Super 16 format and its PL mount accepted a wide variety of lenses.

A high-speed model was offered, doubling the frame rate to 150 fps, and in 1999 the SR 3 Advanced was released, with a 70% brighter viewfinder, ARRIGLOW, updated video assist, and interfaces for modern ARRI accessories. A new film guide with sapphire rollers improved steadiness, while an optimized movement facilitated smoother and quieter operation.

A versatile workhorse

Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, the ARRIFLEX 16SR 3 was a common choice for TV-based productions ranging from prestige drama series to commercials and music videos. It was also used on feature films for which Super 16 suited the look, the budget, or both. Among them were “Hustle and Flow” (2005), shot by Amy Vincent ASC; “The Squid and the Whale” (2005), shot by Robert Yeoman ASC; and “The Rum Diary” (2011), shot by Dariusz Wolski ASC.

DP Benoît Delhomme AFC handholds an ARRIFLEX 16SR 3 for a vintage look on “The Theory of Everything” (2014)

16SR 3 Advanced

Brighter viewing, with ARRIGLOW
IVS video assist
New 800 ft magazine
Easy switching to Super 16
New film gate with sapphire rollers
Control panel with LCD display
Time code module

Technical data

FEATURE	ARRIFLEX 16SR 3	16SR 3 HS	16SR 3 Advanced
NOTE:	Specs apply to all blank spaces to the right
Film format	Normal 16 or Super 16
Lens mount (adjustable for Super 16 format)	54 mm PL
Speed	5 - 75 fps	10 - 150 fps	5 - 75 fps
Noise level	20 dB(A) + 2 dB(A)	27 dB(A) + 2 dB(A)	20 dB(A) + 2 dB(A)
Temperature range	−20° to + 50°C (+4° to +122°F)
Shutter	180°, 172,8°, 144°, 135°, 90°	180°, 172,8°, 144°, 135°, 90°, 45°
Viewfinder magnification	10 x (10/17 times with viewfinder extension)
Power supply	24 V
Weight (with loaded 400 ft mag and onboard battery)	approx 7 kg (15.4 lbs)
Dimensions (viewfinder in horizontal position)	Length: 264 mm (10.4 in) Width: 172 mm (6.8 in) Height: 195 mm (7.7 in)

Downloads

Aug. 1, 1992

ARRIFLEX 16SR 3 1992 Brochure

Early, 4-page color sales brochure introducing the new 16SR 3, summarizing key innovations such as the PL mount, quick-switching to Super 16, and control panel with LCD display.

Dec. 1, 1992

ARRIFLEX 16SR 3 Instruction Manual

The full-length, 113-page manual for the first-release SR 3 and SR 3 High Speed.

Jul. 1, 1999

ARRIFLEX 16SR 3 IVS Manual

Comprehensive instructions on how to use the SR 3 Integrated Video System for on-set monitoring.

Aug. 1, 1999

ARRIFLEX 16SR 3 Advanced Brochure

Short, 5-page color sales brochure for the SR 3 Advanced, introduced in 1999. Shows the new 800 ft film magazine, for more efficient workflows on long-form productions.