Atomos Sapphire F8 is a new full-frame global shutter image sensor developed by the Australian company that can record up to 8K 60fps, 4K 240fps, or 2K 360fps. The sensor is also supposed to have a good power efficiency with only 2W power draw in 8K capture mode. Atomos is currently discussing with camera manufacturers about using the sensor in their upcoming cameras. The Australian video technology company Atomos, known mostly for its external recorders and monitors, seems to be entering completely new waters. Surprisingly, the company recently announced that it completed the development of its new 8K video sensor and is currently exploring commercialization. In other words, Atomos is now in discussion with several camera manufacturers about using the sensor in their upcoming cameras. The company will not manufacture the sensor in-house, but they claim to have partnered with a sensor production facility, so they are ready to start the manufacturing process of the sensor. Sapphire F8 sensor. Image credit: Atomos An interesting historical insight, included in the press release, is that five years ago, Atomos acquired intellectual property rights and technical team from Grass Valley, a broadcast equipment company, known for their NLE software Edius. The Atomos cinema camera that never happened Now as we all know, Atomos never made a camera by themselves. On the outside, the company sticks to external camera recorders, but that is arguably an area that will not remain relevant for a very long time, with more and more cameras being able to...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 8 November, 2022