Nick Paton ACS

A look at the grading of Grey

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 05:52:47 +0000

If you scroll down a few entries you’ll see a link to the Alexa short Grey. It was shot on the Alexa with HDCAM SR recording and graded in color. Here is a link to a short video comparing the original log c photography with the final outputs.

They’re coming in thick and fast

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 05:26:13 +0000

New test clips are coming in fast as people testing the new ARRI Alexa realize the turnaround efficiencies of recording straight to Prores onboard. The clip below illustrates extremes of contrast from fire to dark starry nights.

A very nice test

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 03:22:54 +0000

I like testing lighting and images, I’m not much of a chart guy but would rather see something a little real world. Charts, exposure bracketing & filtration tests are important but I love this one. Recorded to an AJA Ki pro at Prores 4:2:2 while Arri’s onboard option is in beta. Just wait until we see what 4:4:4 can produce. These are the most filmic images I’ve seen so far from the camera and certainly they complement the talent! High fashion is always going to test the rendering of any camera system and these images really tell me that the Alexa SHINES!

Short film with Arri Alexa

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 05:08:39 +0000

A little ropey with the focus and furry around the edges but you can see how the Alexa handles skin tones and mixed lighting in this short film. By Writer/Director Andre Rehal and shot by Cinematographer Michael R. Brazeau.

"Grey" An Arri Alexa Short Film from Andre Rehal on Vimeo.

Alexa Walkthrough

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 10:13:50 +0000

Here’s a thorough walk through from Gary Adcock who has had the pleasure of testing Fletcher’s recently arrived ARRI Alexa camera. Those Germans have thought of everything! There’s only one thing they are missing….my delivery date!!!!

Some sense

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 12:33:27 +0000

I’ve always been one to use the right tool for the job. Mike Most says it best in an attempt to set the record straight..it’s not an us or them! I’ve used many, and will use many cameras in my career. The Alexa just happens to be one I’ll own which seems to provide an answer to many of Mike’s musings. Arri obviously thought along the same lines.

Fletcher’s Alexa arrives

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 12:59:33 +0000

The windy city rental company took delivery of their first Alexa this week and there is now a daily blog documenting initial tests. These are observations of the author only and do not reflect my own thoughts. I’ll be posting my own when the kit is on the ground and it has been well and truly rung out.

Michael Bay’s trasfomers 3 3d uses pace ARRI Alexas

Sat, 03 Jul 2010 05:12:49 +0000

Follow the link to another major motion picture using Pace’s 3d system with the new ARRI Alexa…hot on the heals of Scorsese’s latest film.

In the move to digital cinematography are we losing the art of the slate?

Sat, 03 Jul 2010 05:05:38 +0000

The art of the clapper loader explained:

Alexa impresses world cup promo team

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 03:31:10 +0000

Some comments and photos from those at the helm of Arri’s world cup beta promo test.