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The ARRIFLEX 416 camera offers features to Super 16 productions that were previously only found in high-end 35mm cameras. The ARRIFLEX 416 has a 35-style viewfinder and an amazingly low sound level, similar to that of the ARRICAM. Its speed is variable from 1 to 75 fps, and the mirror shutter can be manually adjusted from 45 to 180 degrees. A completely new lightweight ergonomic design, integrated electronic accessories and compatibility with the same lenses and accessories used by its 35mm siblings make the 416 the most flexible and portable Super 16 camera available. The 416 Viewfinder
The 416 viewfinder optics have been re-designed to incorporate fewer lens elements of a higher quality and a shorter optical path. The result is a brighter image with significantly higher contrast and higher resolution, so judging focus on set will be a lot easier. The viewfinder ergonomics are based on the ARRIFLEX 235 viewfinder, incorporating the same freedom of movement and features. With its large exit pupil, the 416 viewfinder provides the operator with more freedom to move without loosing the image - a great advantage when operating hand-held or shooting action sequences. In contrast to its predecessor, the 416 accepts almost all of the large diameter 35 format primes, including the new Master Primes, because its viewfinder is located higher above the lens mount. A new RGB ARRIGLOW has been built into the 416 viewfinder, so you can choose any colour you like. Choose magenta framelines when shooting green screen, red for jungle, yellow for blue skies. The 416 viewfinder is accompanied by a video assist that has the same image quality and features as the ARRICAM video assist, with the addition of some added benefits such as colour bars, adjustable electronic image enhancement and manual white balance. Using the same optical layout already proven in the ARRIFLEX 235, the viewfinder and video assist are independent of each other. This makes a switch from hand-held to Steadicam quick and eliminates the need for a 100% video top. Additionally, two 12V accessory outputs on the video assist can power an on-board monitor and a video transmitter at the same time. | | | | Compact, lightweight and flexible | |
Sound Design
The 416 uses a completely new sound insulation design that makes it as quiet as the ARRICAM. An outer shell contains an inner skeleton that is suspended by symmetrically positioned rubber insulators. The camera's movement and other parts that create vibrations that cause unwanted sound are mounted to the inner skeleton. The insulators prevent any sound from the inner skeleton reaching the outer shell. The symmetrical positioning of the insulators ensures that the flange focal distance stays constant so there is no change in depth from heat or cold. A brushless silent torque motor powers the 416 magazine, so there is no noisy mechanical linkage between camera and magazine. And just like the camera, the magazine consists of an outer shell with inner skeleton separated by rubber insulators, making it the quietest 16mm magazine ever built. Ergonomic Flexibility
Cinematographers and producers choose to shoot in Super 16 because of the flexibility provided by smaller and lighter equipment. One of ARRI's goals has been to further increase portability, while providing many of the features crews have come to expect from 35mm cameras. The weight of the 416 has been reduced by an amazing 25% in comparison to the 16SR 3 Advanced, when comparing a configuration including body, viewfinder, IVS and magazine. Its shape has been completely redesigned to make it smaller and to give it a lower profile, while providing a cut-out that fits snugly on the shoulder. To avoid all the clutter of extra boxes and cables that tend to hang off the camera, the video assist, lens motor drivers and a wireless radio can be integrated directly into the camera body - the camera then becomes an ARRIFLEX 416 Plus. A new split bridgeplate means that the camera can be removed from a zoom lens/tripod configuration in two quick steps: open the lens mount, split the bridgeplate and the camera pops off. The second assistant can then dismantle the zoom lens, while the operator is already shooting hand-held. Lenses
Almost all PL mount lenses for the Super 16 and 35mm formats can be used on the 416, including the high-speed, high quality Master Primes and the Ultra Primes. In addition, five brand new T1.3 prime lenses have been developed specifically for the Super 16 format: the Ultra 16 lenses. With focal lengths of 6, 8, 9.5, 12 and 14 mm the Ultra 16 lenses further extend the Ultra Prime family. The Ultra 16 lenses are a perfect match for the 416 as they exhibit the same resistance to flare as the Master Primes and give unprecedented image quality, even when opened to their maximum aperture of T1.3. Control & Power
The 416 control panel should be familiar to anyone who has ever worked with a modern ARRI camera. The 416 has inherited the control panel design and illuminated buttons of the 235, so the camera can be operated without further training. The new, powerful and smart Lithium-ion on-board battery OBB-2 can run up to five magazines while keeping camera and video assist in standby for more than two hours. With a built-in power gauge the state of an OBB-2 can be quickly determined, and since the OBB-2 communicates with the camera the 416 can accurately display its current voltage, remaining capacity or how many more magazines the battery's charge can run. The 416 Camera System
The 416 is compatible with an extensive range of new and existing ARRI accessories that follow the same design philosophy used in the creation of 416 body and magazines: increasing efficiency on the set. Two new handles have been designed, one for normal and one for remote use. These include such details as a flip-up tape hook and different height platforms for Steadicam or for under-slinging the 416 on a remote head. Like the 235, the 416 has extra 3/8" attachment points with location pin holes for twist free attachment of accessories or extra secure rigging. Call 01895 457100 for further enquires regarding availability. |