.Atomos has introduced a new lightweight HDR monitor, the Atomos Shinobi II. It is actually the second generation of Atomos' initial monitor-only tool, the Shinobi, which was launched back in 2019.
Higher illumination.
The Atomos Shinobi II is actually a high-brightness screen along with a five-inch 1500 nit board which is 50% brighter than the authentic Shinobi. This means it should be effortless to observe the display, also outdoors on a bright time. It is actually also an HDR monitor, sustaining 10-bit HDR online video web content with zero latency, according to Atomos.
Small design.
Following the redesign, the physical body of the Shinobi II screen is actually around 30% thinner than its own predecessor. It is actually likewise quite lightweight at merely 7.4 ozs (210 g). Regardless of its small size, Atomos has actually still managed to include its innovative locking cord ports for HDMI and also USB slots. This guarantees you do not must think about a cable coming loose on a shoot. Moreover, you may energy your camera from the Shinobi II with PD basics.
Image courtesy: Atomos.
Furthermore, the Shinobi II may control most of the functionalities of a large range of well-liked cams. At launch, you can regulate very most Canon, Panasonic as well as Sony mirrorless cams along with the screen over USB-C. You may additionally regulate Z CAMERA E2 models via a separate serial cord. On top of that, Atomos states that it considers to add help for Fujifilm, Nikon, OM Unit as well as SIGMA electronic cameras along with potential firmware updates.
Visibility setups.
The Shinobi II offers easy slider controls to readjust your camera's aperture, shutter velocity and ISO. You can additionally alter the white colored balance likewise. Additionally, the screen has a collection of resources to ensure your video recording is correctly exposed and also in concentration. These feature pie chart, waveform, untrue shade, zebra, concentration coming to a head as well as zoom. You may trigger your camera to tape-record by means of the Screen of the Shinobi II also. When the cam is actually tape-recording, the display display screen possesses a red side display so you may be positive that you may not be heading to miss out on a try.
Graphic courtesy: Atomos.
Consumer asks for.
" The most common asks for from Shinobi individuals have actually been actually for camera management as well as a brighter HDR display screen," commented Atomos chief executive officer Jeromy Youthful. "Video camera control needed a USB-C slot for the largest possible camera being compatible as well as a new, brighter display needed a redesign. Thus, Shinobi II has actually been fixed from scratch for present day mirrorless/DSLR cams and HDR or SDR online video operations, along with impressive HDR picture capturing.".
What our company think.
Although Atomos is actually more famous for its own monitor-recorders, the initial Shinobi sold greater than 100,000 systems worldwide. The firm has accurately built on the effectiveness of that model along with the design of the Shinobi II. It is actually likewise really good to know that the company has actually listened to the component demands coming from its consumers. Video camera command creates decking your camera a lot simpler. On top of that, the Shinobi II is a fantastic technique to include innovative visibility tools, including inaccurate shade, to your video camera. If you are trying to find a new exterior screen, the Atomos Shinobi II should go to the best of your shortlist.
Costs as well as schedule.
The Atomos Shinobi II display is readily available now. It sells at $349.