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Panavision SSR-1 recording deck specifications and comparison of Genesis and F35 cameras

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What the thread found

  • The SSR-1 with 16GB storage records 40 minutes at 4:4:4 chroma subsampling or 80 minutes at 4:2:2 subsampling.
  • The SSR-1 is compatible with both the F23 and F35 cameras.
  • The F35 achieves effective noise-free sensitivity up to 1000 ISO while the Genesis does not reach this level.
  • The F35 provides greater control and flexibility through its S-LOG gamma curve compared to the Genesis Panalog color science.
  • The F35 offers significantly more latitude in post-production workflows than the Genesis.
  • A new viewfinder from a specific manufacturer was planned for introduction at NAB.
  • Alternative viewfinders designed by P+S Technik are being considered for compatibility with Genesis and Sony cameras, offering an Arri-style design in both electronic and optical versions.
  • The eyepiece design on both Genesis and F35 cameras was noted as substandard despite incremental improvements.

Depends on

  • Panavision's claim that the F35 and Genesis are nearly identical was disputed by experienced operators.
  • The viewfinder compatibility mentioned for third-party solutions had not been finalized at the time of discussion.
  • The third-party viewfinder options were only available in B4 mount at the time of the discussion.
  • One person had direct experience with the F35 but the Genesis experience was limited to one completed production.
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