.Atomos has released a brand-new light-weight HDR screen, the Atomos Shinobi II. It's the 2nd generation of Atomos' initial monitor-only tool, the Shinobi, which was actually introduced back in 2019.
Higher illumination.
The Atomos Shinobi II is actually a high-brightness screen with a five-inch 1500 nit door which is fifty% brighter than the initial Shinobi. This means it needs to be actually easy to see the screen, even outdoors on a bright day. It's additionally an HDR display, holding 10-bit HDR video recording web content along with absolutely no latency, according to Atomos.
Sleek concept.
Complying with the redesign, the body of the Shinobi II monitor is actually around 30% thinner than its predecessor. It's additionally extremely lightweight at merely 7.4 ozs (210 g). Despite its own tiny dimension, Atomos has still managed to include its own impressive latching cable connectors for HDMI and also USB ports. This ensures you do not must fret about a cable coming loose on a shoot. Moreover, you may electrical power your electronic camera coming from the Shinobi II along with PD details.
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Furthermore, the Shinobi II can regulate much of the features of a vast array of well-known video cameras. At launch, you may control very most Canon, Panasonic and also Sony mirrorless electronic cameras along with the monitor over USB-C. You may likewise regulate Z WEB CAM E2 designs by means of a different serial cord. Moreover, Atomos claims that it intends to add help for Fujifilm, Nikon, OM Device and also SIGMA video cameras along with future firmware updates.
Direct exposure settings.
The Shinobi II uses simple slider controls to readjust your video camera's aperture, shutter rate and also ISO. You can likewise change the white colored harmony in the same way. Moreover, the display possesses an arsenal of tools to guarantee your video recording is appropriately exposed and also in focus. These consist of histogram, waveform, misleading different colors, zebra, concentration topping and zoom. You can cause your video camera to record through the Screen of the Shinobi II too. When the camera is actually tape-recording, the monitor screen possesses a reddish edge display screen so you may be confident that you aren't heading to miss a chance.
Photo politeness: Atomos.
Consumer asks for.
" The most popular asks for coming from Shinobi users have been for camera command as well as a brighter HDR display," commented Atomos CEO Jeromy Young. "Cam control called for a USB-C slot for the best achievable cam being compatible and also a brand new, brighter display called for a redesign. So, Shinobi II has been actually fixed from scratch for contemporary mirrorless/DSLR cams and also HDR or SDR online video process, and also fantastic HDR photograph capturing.".
What our experts think.
Although Atomos is extra well-known for its monitor-recorders, the initial Shinobi sold greater than 100,000 units worldwide. The company has actually clearly built on the effectiveness of that style along with the style of the Shinobi II. It is actually likewise really good to understand that the company has listened closely to the function requests coming from its own users. Video camera control creates decking your cam a lot simpler. On top of that, the Shinobi II is actually a fantastic method to incorporate enhanced exposure tools, including false different colors, to your video camera. If you are actually searching for a new outside display, the Atomos Shinobi II must be at the best of your shortlist.
Rates and also accessibility.
The Atomos Shinobi II display is actually offered today. It sells at $349.