Comparison of AJA and Decimator video converters for professional use

Gear

ZephyrCan I fly my Alexa or RED on a Zephyr?389

Master SeriesIs a used Master Series rig worth buying as a first big rig?191

BFDHow do I power my BFD receiver from my camera or sled?186

VoltCan I retrofit a Volt onto my existing sled or gimbal?168

ArtemisHow do I power my camera and accessories from an Artemis sled?166

MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

ModulusIs there a Modulus option for HD wireless video?141

G-70Will my G-70 fit my vest, gimbal or sled?126

FI+ZCan I control iris and zoom wirelessly, not just focus?60

HU3Where can I get my HU3 repaired, refurbished or repainted?60

CineLiveHow do I pack and case my CineLive rig for transport?54

G-70XHow does the G-70X compare to Pro Titan, Xarm and other arms?46

Trinity 2Is Trinity 2 SUP 3.0 firmware safe to install or buggy?46

Ultra VestWhich vest should I choose for my body size, comfort and operator type?39

2011Video Assist and Video Accessories forum

15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

The Decimator has proven reliable with various camera outputs including high-end models and handles both downconversion and HD-SDI to HDMI conversion
The AJA converter is sensitive to voltage requirements and is better suited for studio environments rather than field use
The Decimator uses non-standard power connectors that may need to be sourced separately
Multiple users across different ownership generations reported consistent performance from the Decimator without failures

Discussion is from 2011 and may not reflect current product versions or capabilities
Feedback is anecdotal and based on individual user experience rather than systematic testing
No specific technical specifications or failure modes were documented
Limited detail provided on the nature of AJA's issues beyond general negative remarks