ARRI introduces products on the double

The L-Series Plus is ARRI’s next generation of LED Fresnels. Available in two sizes, the L5-C Plus features a 5-inch Fresnel lens, while the L7-C Plus features a 7-inch lens. Despite being approximately the same size and weight as their L-Series predecessors, L-Series Plus products provide up to 90% more light output, while existing barndoors and all other L Series accessories are fully compatible.

Featuring direct network data input and the onboard control interface known from ARRI SkyPanel, the L-Series Plus retains features such as continuous focusability from spot to flood as well as complete control over the colour and intensity of light. Enhanced connectivity by implementing network data input and lighting control via the Art-Net and sACN industry standards simplifies setup, while ARRI says light output is calibrated for optimal reproduction on broadcast and digital cinema cameras. The existing L-Series (L5-C, L7-C and L10-C) will be discontinued.

Providing the functionality of a system camera while retaining the flexibility of a dockable camera setup, ARRI has also announced the ALEXA 35 Live, a multicam system for live entertainment productions. The system is made up of the ALEXA 35 Live camera, Arri’s Live Production System LPS-1 (comprising a fibre camera adapter and fibre base station), the Skaarhoj RCP and a slew of bespoke accessories. These include the ARRI Touchdown base and receiver plates, an adjustable monitor yoke, an extra-long camera handle, a tally light with camera ID display, a rain cover and a quick-fit ARRI Large Lens Adapter.

The company says the system makes the cinematic image quality of its flagship ALEXA 35 camera available to the world of live productions. The camera’s Super 35-sized 4K sensor enables shallow depth of field and captures 17 stops of dynamic range; more than any other camera on the market, says ARRI. Colours are rendered through the company’s proprietary REVEAL Color Science, while low-light scenes display minimal noise and highlights roll off in a natural, film-like way. Full-quality ProRes can be recorded in-camera during live productions, providing more flexibility in post, and in-camera recording also permits standalone operation without needing a fibre camera adapter. The modular lens mount can be switched between LPL, PL, EF and B4, facilitating a wide choice of lenses for different applications. ALEXA 35 Live owners can also upgrade to full ALEXA 35 functionality via an optional Cine License.

Meanwhile, the system’s fibre base station supports multiple simultaneous outputs such as HD, UHD, progressive or interlaced video. Connectivity options include four return inputs and 15 simultaneous SDI outputs for 3G, 6G and 12G in single, dual or quad link, as well as SMPTE 2110. The fibre base station also supplies a redundant 2022-7 network and hot-swappable, redundant power supplies.