
To get access to the Phantom’s CineFiles, DIT’s connected a CineStation via a 10GB ethernet hub to a Mac or PC. It does however also mean that less space is available on the CineMag, thus enforcing a faster turnaround to make safe and verified copies. This has almost completely cut out the need to convert Phantom RAW files on set.

In order to combat this, Vision Research recently launched a new firmware upgrade for the Phantom Flex 4K camera, which allows for simultaneous CineRaw and ProRes422(HQ) recording. That is where PHANTOMfuse from Kamerawerk comes in.ĭigital Image Technicians fear the word “Phantom.” Converting Phantom Cine Files is cumbersome and takes a lot of time.

64GB are used for a 5 second shot (in real time terms), with only limited ways to access the footage from the camera. The data media management side, on the other hand, has always been troublesome.

Due to its price, it is unfortunately out of reach for most users. With the capability of shooting 1000fps at 4K resolution, the Phantom Flex 4K is a beast to be reckoned with. It is quite possibly the coolest camera around.
