Arri Alexa Mini LF
Alexa Mini LF

ARRI Alexa Mini LF with ARRIRAW

4K Full Frame capture with anamorphic, & S-35 capability

£850 / day
£2,550 / week

Summary

ARRI compact form factor 4K Netflix-approved Large Sensor Camera.  Carbon fibre Alexa Mini body with ARRIRAW and ProRes internal recording up to 90fps provides uncompromisingly high, 14+ stops images to be recorded on to the new generation of super-fast Codex Compact Drives.
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Additional Info

ARRI Alexa Mini LF for Full Frame and Large Format (LF)

The ALEXA Mini LF is the latest camera in the highly acclaimed ALEXA MINI series perfectly suited to shooting in Full Frame or ARRI’s new even-larger Large Format (LF) image size.

Equipped with a 4.5K resolution Full-Frame (FF) sensor and a native LPL lens mount, the Mini LF combines large format cinematography with the compact size, precise colour science and stunning image quality of the ALEXA Mini.

Like the original ALEXA Mini, the LF is particularly suited to handheld, gimbal and Steadicam applications which demand a lower weight and form factor when shooting in Full Frame and Large Format (LF) with compatible lenses.

However, whilst the Alexa Mini LF will also capture S-35 spherical and Open Gate Anamorphic, though these won’t capture full 4K image resolution, unless lenses cover 2880×2880 pixels.

Main Features

  • Large Format Sensor -which covers Full Frame mode
  • Also captures 4:3 Super 35 and 16:9 Super 35 (though not in 4K).
  • Anamorphic de-squeeze license included
  • High speed license included
  • 0.6, 1.2 & 1.8 Internal FSND filters
  • Built in Microphone for reference and sync
  • Featuring the new MVF-2 Viewfinder with a 4″ flip out monitor and OLED Screen.

Specifications

Sensor Type Large Format ARRI ALEV III (A2X) CMOS sensor with Bayer pattern color filter array
Sensor Size 36.70 x 25.54 mm / 1.444 x 1.005″
⌀ 44.71 mm / 1.760″
Photosite Pitch 8.25 μm
Sensor Frame Rates 0.75 – 90 fps
Sensor Active Image Area (photosites) LF Open Gate ProRes 4.5K: 4448 x 3096
LF Open Gate ARRIRAW 4.5K: 4448 x 3096
LF 16:9 ProRes HD: 3840 x 2160
LF 16:9 ProRes 2K: 3840 x 2160
LF 16:9 ProRes UHD: 3840 x 2160
LF 16:9 ARRIRAW UHD: 3840 x 2160
LF 2.39:1 ProRes 4.5K: 4448 x 1856
LF 2.39:1 ARRIRAW 4.5K: 4448 x 1856
Sensor Active Image Area (dimensions) LF Open Gate ProRes 4.5K: 36.70 x 25.54 mm / 1.445 x 1.006″
LF Open Gate ARRIRAW 4.5K: 36.70 x 25.54 mm / 1.445 x 1.006″
LF 16:9 ProRes HD: 31.68 x 17.82 mm / 1.247 x 0.702″
LF 16:9 ProRes 2K: 31.68 x 17.82 mm / 1.247 x 0.702″
LF 16:9 ProRes UHD: 31.68 x 17.82 mm / 1.247 x 0.702″
LF 16:9 ARRIRAW UHD: 31.68 x 17.82 mm / 1.247 x 0.702″
LF 2.39:1 ProRes 4.5K: 36.70 x 15.31 mm / 1.445 x 0.603″
LF 2.39:1 ARRIRAW 4.5K: 36.70 x 15.31 mm / 1.445 x 0.603″
Recording File Container Size (pixel) LF Open Gate ProRes 4.5K: 4480 x 3096
LF Open Gate ARRIRAW 4.5K: 4448 x 3096
LF 16:9 ProRes HD: 1920 x 1080
LF 16:9 ProRes 2K: 2048 x 1152
LF 16:9 ProRes UHD: 3840 x 2160
LF 16:9 ARRIRAW UHD: 3840 x 2160
LF 2.39:1 ProRes 4.5K: 4480 x 1856
LF 2.39:1 ARRIRAW 4.5K: 4448 x 1856
Recording File Image Content (pixel) LF Open Gate ProRes 4.5K: 4448 x 3096
LF Open Gate ARRIRAW 4.5K: 4448 x 3096
LF 16:9 ProRes HD: 1920 x 1080
LF 16:9 ProRes 2K: 2048 x 1152
LF 16:9 ProRes UHD: 3840 x 2160
LF 16:9 ARRIRAW UHD: 3840 x 2160
LF 2.39:1 ProRes 4.5K: 4448 x 1856
LF 2.39:1 ARRIRAW 4.5K: 4448 x 1856
Exposure Latitude 14+ stops over the entire sensitivity range from EI 160 to EI 3200 as measured with the
ARRI Dynamic Range Test Chart (DRTC-1)
Exposure Index Adjustable from EI 160-3200 in 1/3 stops
EI 800 base sensitivity
Shutter Electronic shutter, 5.0°- 356° or 1s – 1/8000s
Recording Formats MXF/ARRIRAW
MXF/Apple ProRes 4444 XQ
MXF/Apple ProRes 4444
MXF/Apple ProRes 422 (HQ)
Recording Media Codex Compact Drives
Recording Frame Rates LF Open Gate ProRes 4.5K: 0.75 – 40 fps
LF Open Gate ARRIRAW 4.5K: 0.75 – 40 fps
LF 16:9 ProRes HD: 0.75 – 90 fps
LF 16:9 ProRes 2K: 0.75 – 90 fps
LF 16:9 ProRes UHD: 0.75 – 60 fps
LF 16:9 ARRIRAW UHD: 0.75 – 60 fps
LF 2.39:1 ProRes 4.5K: 0.75 – 60 fps
LF 2.39:1 ARRIRAW 4.5K: 0.75 – 60 fps
Note: maximum fps values are preliminary information
Recording Modes Standard real-time recording
No Pre-recording
No Intervalometer
Viewfinder Type Multi Viewfinder MVF-2 with 4″ flip-out monitor
Viewfinder Technology OLED viewfinder display
LCD fold out monitor
Viewfinder Resolution (pixel) 1920 x 1080
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustable from -5 to +5 diopters
Color Output Rec 709
Rec 2020
Log C
Custom Look (ARRI Look File ALF-2)
Look Control Import of custom 3D LUT
ASC CDL parameters (slope, offset, power, saturation)
White Balance Manual and auto white balance, adjustable from 2000K to 11000K in 10K steps
Color correction adjustable range from -16 to +16 CC
1 CC corresponds to 035 Kodak CC values or 1/8 Rosco values
Filters Built-in motorized ND filters 0.6, 1.2, 1.8
Fixed optical low pass, UV, IR filter
Image Outputs 1x proprietary signal output for MVF-2 viewfinder
2x SDI Out: 1,5G (SMPTE ST292-1), 3G (SMPTE ST425-1, ST425-3), 6G (SMPTE ST2081-10)
uncompressed video with embedded audio and metadata
Lens Squeeze Factors 1.00
1.25
1.30
1.50
1.65
1.80
2.00
Exposure and Focus Tools False Color
Zebra
Zoom
Aperture and Color Peaking
Audio Input 1x LEMO 6pin balanced stereo line in with 12V power output
(Line input max. level +24dBu correlating to 0dBFS)
Audio Output SDI (embedded)
3,5mm stereo headphone jack (on MVF-2)
Audio Recording 2 channel linear PCM, 24 bit 48 kHz
Remote Control Options MVF-2 viewfinder can act as wired remote control with 10m/33ft cable
Web-based remote control from smart phones, tablets and laptops via WiFi & Ethernet
Camera Access Protocol (CAP) via Ethernet & WiFi
GPIO interface for integration with custom control interfaces
WCU-4 hand-unit with control over lens motors and operational parameters via built-in white radio
SXU-1 hand-unit with control over one lens channel
OCU-1 and Master Grip control of lens and user buttons
Interfaces 1x LEMO 5pin LTC Timecode In/Out
1x LEMO 10pin Ethernet for remote control and service
1x BNC SYNC IN
1x LEMO 7pin EXT multi purpose accessory interface w. RS pin and 24V power output
1x LEMO 4pin LBUS (on lens mount) for lens motors, daisy chainable
1x USB 2.0 in media bay (for user setups, look files etc)
Wireless Interfaces Built-in WiFi module (IEEE 802.11b/g)
Built-in White Radio for ARRI lens and camera remote control
Lens Mounts LPL lens mount with LBUS connector
PL-to-LPL adapter
Leitz M mount (availbale from Leitz)
Flange Focal Depth LPL mount: 44 mm
with PL-to-LPL adapter: 52 mm
Power Input 1x LEMO 8pin (10.5-34 V DC)
Power Consumptio nAround 65 W when recording ProRes 4444 with MVF-2 attached (preliminary information)
Power Outputs 1x Fischer 3pin 24V RS
1x LEMO 2pin 12V
1x LEMO 7pin EXT 24V power output
Measurements (HxWxL) 140 x 143 x 188 mm / 5.5 x 5.6 x 7.4″ (camera body with LPL lens mount)
Weight ~ 2.7 kg / ~ 6.0 lbs (camera body with LPL lens mount)
Operating Temperature -20° C to +45° C / -4° F to +113° F @ 95% relative humidity max,
non condensing, splash and dust proof through sealed electronics
Storage Temperature -30° C to +70° C / -22° F to +158° F
Sound Level < 20 dB(A) at 24fps

Kit Content

1 x K1.0024074 ALEXA Mini LF camera body
1 x K2.0018983 ARRI LPL Lens Mount ALEXA Mini/AMIRA
1 x K2.0016936 PL-to-LPL-Adapter
1x USBC to USBC Cable
1x USBC to USBA Cable
1 x K2.0020916 ALEXA Mini LF Multi Viewfinder MVF-2
1 x K2.0023915 Cable VF (0.35m/1.15ft)
1 x K2.0023943 Cable VF (0.5m/1.5ft)
1 x K2.0023839 Mini Adapter Plate MAP-2A
1 x K2.0006140 Mini Viewfinder Bracket MVB-1
1 x K2.73002.0 Center Camera Handle CCH-2
1 x K2.0023546 Mini Side Bracket MSB-3
1 x K2.0014957 Mini Side Bracket MSB-2
1 x K2.0014894 Compact Bridge Plate CBP-1
1 x K2.0013937 Rear Accessory Bracket RAB-1
1 x K2.0023406 RAB-1 Clamp 2
1 x K2.0006186 Rod Mounting Bracket RMB-3
1 x K2.66255.0 15mm Reduction Insert
1 x K2.0014530 V-mount Power Splitting Box MkII
1 x K2.0015896 Bottom Plate 300mm/12"
1 x K2.75007.0 Power Cable Straight KC-50 2m
1 x Ambient 5pin Timecode to BNC Cable
1 x 6pin Lemo Audio to 2pin XLR (F) Inputs (Line level only)
2x 15mm Rods (Long)
2x 15mm Rods (Short)
2x 19mm Rods (Long)
2x 19mm Rods (Short)
3 x 1TB Codex Compact Drive 1TB
1x Codex Compact Drive Card Reader USB C
Choice of 5 x Hawkwoods 98WH batts and 2 x Hawkwoods 2-way chargersor 4 x Hawkwoods 150WH batts and 2 x Hawkwoods 2-way chargers.

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