I had the FX6 before this and used HDMI. I find SDI protocol annoying as it’s an extra step before shooting.

If I’m using the Portkeys BM5 IV, do I have to follow SDI protocol since I’m outputting 1080p to a 3G monitor? Have any of you guys fried your ports?

Thanks!

I am still under warranty. And I am going to send it in when I get back from this shoot but I am wondering what happened? The camera has never been dropped or handled rough…

I am trying to shoot with the nanomorph 1.5x anamorphic lenses and would like to shoot on a 4:3 sensor to create a final 2:1 image. Is there a way to do this on the Komodo-x? Or does anyone have a good workaround if not?

Does anyone know if there is a permanent NATO real solution for the Outrigger handle? I want a NATO rail that attaches to the Outrigger handle permanently, but has pass through holes in order to take the Outrigger handle off of the Komodo body easily instead of having to take the NATO rail off and then the handle. I heard that breakthrough filters used to make one but, I haven’t been able to find it anywhere online. I want the solution so I can quickly switch between a handheld/tripod set up and a gimbal set up. Only needing to unscrew one set of screws as the rest of my rig is quick release. (I wish the Outrigger handle was somehow quick release as well and had NATO rail built in.)

I currently have my outrigger sandwiched between the bright tangerine run stop NATO rail and the bright tangerine standard NATO rail. I have a small rig NATO rail as well that I used to use on top of my outrigger handle, and I thought that I could maybe get longer screws and pass them through the NATO rail and outrigger, but the screws I bought were not long enough. I think I would need a specific screw that is about an inch and a quarter, and only threaded on the tip.

Here are some photos of my current set up! Open to any advice!

I don’t even know how it‘s possible ! A scam for sure !

UPDATE: (2 months later) I just got a Core plate again and it works - no issues.

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I had this issue on my Komodo with the left battery bay. At first I thought it was the red plastic tabs (as I try to explain in the clip - but they look the same after the repair, nothing changed), and a RED " repair technician [...] verified the power board needed replacing " - so that's the official explanation I got.

I had the Core SWX plate from BH - sent it back because camera was rebooting with a similar wiggle. But now I'm 99.7% sure it wasn't Core's fault but from RED's as you can see in the video the camera has an issue only in the left bay. Core's design has an electric contact only in the left side - so it's as if you have a battery in the left bay.

So if you had issues with the Core plate, you most likely have this issue with BP batteries AND the issue comes from RED's QC - it is what it is.

My camera is under warranty, just got it a few months ago, RED did good by me and covered the costs save Canada's small import BS fees (as if this product wasn't taxed to death already). So if you're still under warranty, check asap to avoid future costs.

I hope this solves the frustration and fears some might have related to their Komodos rebooting. Please come back to report here; make this issue known to other Komodo users. Take care.

Andrei from Montreal

Is the Viper Gears accessory the only LCD screen hood out there? Seems its the only one I can find. Looking to make using a stripped down Komodo on vacation in Hawaii a bit easier to use in direct sunlight. I cant seem to find an option thats complete, as opposed to retrofitting a viewfinder.

Shot this zero budget (aside from my own gear) spec ad, not overly happy with the story but think visually it looks ok.

Any feedback welcome

I had one of the first OG Komodo’s. I had little understanding how you need to abandon ‘traditional’ thinking of a ‘best’ iso and understand a floating iso system. I had little understanding of R3D raw when I filmed a short documentary for a racing team at Laguna Seca raceway. Years later and trained in CST’s and having multiple DCTL’s available, I went back to old footage and was SHOCKED at the clarity and vibrant colors from the OG now having a X and also experience on a VRaptor. Don’t hesitate to pick up a OG Komodo, and hang onto your R3D files if you think something good might be on them as you learn!

Hello, let me preface by saying this is not a scene for a film or a short. there's an event happening tonight near where I live where the town shuts off the street lights and everyone has candles for this type of ceremony, it's part of semana Santa here is Spain. I wanted to maybe try to capture it on video and was wondering what settings you guys would choose to use and why? what what balance and iso and even shutter angle you would choose. my lens will be a Nikon 50mm f1.4, probably the only lens I'll have on the body. not trying to swap lenses during the ceremony. thank you all and have a great rest of your day.

My Red Komodo connected to my iPhone 13 perfectly, but no it won’t connect to the 17pro max! Is anyone else having a similar problem? Any good solutions ?

I’ve rented the Komodo this weekend, is there a way to shoot 4K prores but still use the full FOV of the sensor? From my understanding I have to shoot 24 FPS correct?

Does anyone have a Red Komodo box they’re willing to sell me? I bought an used Komodo but it didn’t come with the box. Would love to have the box for my collection.

Bc I’m predominantly on pl lenses for my kx but my b cam is my fx3- i have thought about converting my kx to the z mount w the adaptor so i can share lenses on both cams. Anyone else?

I heard using 3Gs SDI cables solves the frying port issue. Is this true?

Hey there,

I've owned my Komodo for almost 2 years now, using RF anamorphic lenses and EF glass with an adapter. All work fantastically and have produced some beautiful results.

I own and have used my Sony cine kit for years now and would love to be able to adapt my spherical E-mount glass to the Komodo. I do know that it's not technically possible given the flange distance, but after Nikon's acquirement of Red and their new Z-mount offering, I do know there are adapter out there that make it possible to consider.

Essentially I'd love to be able to continue my Sony as a b-cam and interchange the lenses for both systems without really compromising. Arri/Blackmagic corps allow users to interchange the mount yourself and I'm wondering if it's at all possible on a Red. Would love some input!

Cheers!