The Sundance Film Festival is off to a rip-roaring start in Park City, Utah and we’re excited to share some firsthand insights into what cameras were used by filmmakers for their films this year. As we’ve done in years past, we surveyed all of the filmmakers at this year’s Sundance Film Festival to seek out trends and insights into what gear is being used to bring these brilliant films to fruition.Of course, as you might expect, responses have varied quite simply based on the variety and diversity of projects that are showcased at major film festivals like Sundance. Yet, there are results to share and takeaways to explore, so let’s dive in.The ARRI ALEXA 35 Reigns SupremeTo the shock of perhaps no one, ARRI’s range of digital cinema cameras was used on the majority of the features that responded to our survey. The ARRI ALEXA 35 in particular took the top spot in our results which reflects trends from years past as well.Here are some quotes as to why the ARRI cameras, in particular the ALEXA 35, were picked for some of the standout films at this year’s festival.“The Alexa 35 was perfect for the natural, grounded style we were going for. Its dynamic range was a huge factor—it handled natural light, fire, and candles beautifully, letting us capture all the details in both highlights and shadows. Plus, it’s small and versatile, which makes it great for staying close to the actors and keeping things fluid on set. Clint likes...
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