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Maria: At CABSAT, Brainstorm has showcased the possibilities of InfinitySet, equipped with the latest RedSpy 3.0 tracking system from Stype and a 3×3-meter flat LED video wall to display the live rendered backgrounds for virtual production. InfinitySet now includes full integration of objects within the Unreal Engine environment.
Philip, tell me a little bit about this?
Philip: I’m excited to see more players entering the XR/VR world. I think it will drive down the overall cost of solutions, making it more accessible to a wider range of customers. However, setting up an XR/VR environment is still a complex endeavor that requires simplification. It’s interesting to see more players coming in from a control and implementation perspective.
Maria: KOMODO-X features a next-generation 6K Super35 Global Shutter sensor, expanding on the KOMODO image performance with improvements that allow for increased low-light performance and double the frame rates at 6K 80P and 4K 120P.
Philip, can you provide further insights into this?
Philip: I want to disclose that I am a RED shooter, and I currently use a RED KOMODO camera. I love the camera, and the original KOMODO was designed as an “inexpensive” cinema camera primarily for crash cam usage. Despite its initial limitations, it gained significant popularity, with tens of thousands, if not more, units sold. The new lineup of cameras is more of an evolution, bringing the body closer to their DSMC3 design. This allows for the use of DSMC3 peripherals, such as powered monitors. The cameras now utilize micro v-mount batteries, although personally, I would have preferred BPA batteries for hot-swapping. Nevertheless, they have increased the frame rates at 6K up to 80P, and the cameras come with a built-in USBC for wired connectivity and recording. This enables recording off the camera stream to external storage. The KOMODO offers an affordable crash cam at around USD 6000, as well as an “A” camera option priced around ten thousand. Additionally, they have the Super 35 8K Raptor with up to 120 frames at 8K and a full-frame version of the Raptor. RED has a solid lineup, and I’m excited to see what can be achieved. The sensor reportedly offers improved dynamic range and low-light capabilities, which are essential factors for me in a camera.
Maria: Moving on to Telos, The Global Live Control Room combines the on-premise capabilities of the KAIROS platform with LiveX’s Virtual Video Control Room, which allows operations such as switching, ISO recording, playback, graphics and intercom via Infinity VIP to be cloud-based.
Mary, what are your thoughts on this?
Mary: What struck me this morning is how much technological change and advancements have occurred as a result of COVID. The adoption rate of the Telos infinity platform has significantly increased due to the ability to operate virtually. This approach makes sense as it provides easier control from anywhere. Many broadcasters are finding it challenging to locate personnel or justify the expense of on-site operations, leading them to opt for virtual solutions. We are witnessing this shift now. Telos has added the ability to link the intercom system through an IP, and I’m curious to see how this will unfold in the coming years. There’s no turning back from this virtual control trend. The more tasks you can handle virtually, the fewer people you’ll need, offering greater flexibility.
Maria: Do you think the development from COVID is progressing at the same rate or has it slowed down a bit now that we’re a few years past the initial impact?
Mary: That’s an excellent question. I believe the momentum of development spurred by COVID has continued to propel forward. Philip, what are your thoughts?
Philip: When the pandemic hit, there was a rush to move everything to the cloud. However, we’re now realizing the value of integrated solutions. The benefit of the rapid response during COVID was that we quickly learned from our failures and identified the most effective approaches. As a result, the next couple of years promise to be exciting as we refine and optimize these solutions.
Maria: Alright, that’s all we have today. Many thanks to our expert Philip. Don’t forget to comment on the news we have discussed here and on any of our social media platforms.
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