Atomos is at it again, implementing a firmware update that adds new functionality to its popular Shogun 4K display/recorder.
Although Atomos released the Shogun, its hot-selling 4K combination field monitor and 4K recorder, at the end of last year, the company has kept its product in the news in the best possible way, by supporting its use by professionals and in professional environments. Regular readers of RedShark News may recall that our profiles on the Shogun's new rack mount for the studio and action accessories for the field, both currently available for purchase. But the most valuable enhancements for the Shogun, distributed through its firmware updates, won't cost users a cent.
Atomos and Convergent Design, maker of the Shogun's main competitor, namely the Odyssey 7Q line of display/recorders, have been in something of a functionality race, as their firmware releases seem to be in response to one another. Back at NAB 2015, Atomos unleashed a massive update that brought DCI 4K, 4K RAW to Prores/DNxHR and the introduction of LUT capability. Convergent Design followed shortly after with an update of its own, enabling a more comprehensive custom LUT system, anamorphic desqueeze and 4K RAW to Prores and DNxHD for Sony FS7 and FS700 cameras.
Now, at the end of June, we have Atomos' response. The AtomOS6.4 update brings the following functionality to the Shogun:
Atomos's update for Shogun mirrors the updates to the Odyssey 7Q, with expanded LUT capability, anamorphic desqueeze and FS7 and FS700 4K RAW DCI to Prores/DNxHR support.
Over the rest of 2015, we'll revisit this topic, as we're sure to see even more functionality added to these competing display/recorders. Of course, the real winners will be the owners of both the Atomos Shogun and Convergent Design Odyssey 7Q products, as they are likely to be even more useful with each passing update.
For more information of the AtomOS6.4 update for the Atomos Shogun 4K display/recorder, check out the full press release on Page Two!
Free Atomos Shogun upgrade adds FS700 RAW, FS7 RAW and more
The latest free AtomOS update brings 8 new features for all Shogun users
Melbourne, Australia – 17th June 2015: Since the Shogun launched in late 2014, Atomos has constantly kept users updated with free features, adding significant value to the already affordable all-in-one 4K/HD monitor-recorder. The AtomOS6.4 released today adds some of the most anticipated features for users to date including;
1. FS700 & FS7 4K-DCI RAW to ProRes/DNxHR record
2. Anamorphic de-squeeze including 2x, 1.5x, 1.33x and Panasonic 8:3 modes
3. Pre-roll recording (up to 8s in HD and 2s in 4K)
4. Custom time lapse recording – Keyframe
5. LUTs able to be applied on output, in recording, on screen & split screen
6. Playlist generation of all clips on the disk, user selected clips, cut edited favourite clips or a combination of both.
7. Expanded meta data tagging – Wide shot, close up, Talent 1 or 2, Over exposed, Bad Audio, Colour correction and cut away. FCPX 1.4 XML upgrade
8. Genlock activated for synced playback and play-out in Genlock environments
"We have unleashed thousands of dollars of value for free," says Jeromy Young CEO and co-founder of Atomos. "Features like RAW transform the FS700 from a HD camera to a 4K camera with accurate colors and real conversion to REC709 for the best ProRes and DNxHR recording, the Anamorphic de-squeeze adds even more functionality to the Panasonic GH4, Playlist converts the Shogun into an affordable play out server on set and time lapse gives a creative edge to all of our users in the field"
The AtomOS6.4 update is available for free download from www.atomos.com/support. The features added to the Shogun are included here in full;
1. FS700 & FS7 4K-DCI RAW to ProRes/DNxHR record
Users can take the RAW 4K-DCI feed from the SDI output on the Sony FS7 and FS700 and record direct to 4K-DCI ProRes or DNxHR. The linear RAW feed can be recorded as Slog2, Slog3 or Rec709 and can support 24/25/30p resolution. For the army of FS700 users in the field this is the feature they have been waiting for, converting their HD camera into a 4K powerhouse.
2. Anamorphic de-squeeze for 2x, 1.5x, 1.33x and the specific Panasonic 8:3 mode support
Anamorphic was one of the key trends from this year's NAB, led by a mass of new anamorphic lenses and the announcement from Panasonic to add anamorphic squeeze to their popular GH4 camera. With this update the Shogun can de-squeeze an anamorphic image from 2x, 1.5x, 1.33x and Panasonic 8:3 modes. Another reason to add GH4 with Shogun
3. Pre-roll recording of 8s HD, 2s 4K
With pre-roll activated the Shogun is continually cache recording – up to 8s for HD and 2s for 4K. Perfect for capturing action sports or long wildlife shoots, ensuring you always get the shot even if you hadn't hit record yet. Works in all modes including RAW.
4. Custom time lapse recording
One of the most creative features added is video time lapse. With this feature users have complete control over their unique time lapse style with the ability to adjust the number of frames, time between capturing the next frame, total record time and clip playback length. The user interface has been well thought through to make the process easy and with the ability to set multiple steps, add a smooth transition and even schedule the recording time, capturing the perfect time lapse sunset is now a much easier task.
5. LUTs able to be applied on output, in recording, on screen and split screen
Since February, Shogun users have been able to upload their own LUTs in a ".cube" file format to review and measure the effect on the monitor before recording. Now in OS6.4, additional LUT capability has been added with the ability to view the LUT on the output, on the screen, bake it in the recording and even view in half screen mode to see the direct result of the LUT on the final image.
6. Expanded meta data tagging
We have expanded the meta data capability of the Shogun to allow for on the fly tagging wither during recording or during review in playback. The 10 meta data tags available (Favorite, Reject, Talent 1, Talent 2, Over Exposed, Color Correct, Bad Audio, Cut Away, Close up, Wide shot) allow for key word search in FCPX and can be transferred across to Adobe and AVID using readily available online tools.
7. Genlock activated
The Genlock terminal on the back of the Shogun has been activated to allow for synchronised playout and playback.
8. Playlist generation
The ability to record, playback and review quickly on set has been an integral feature of Shogun and now with playlist functionality the process for reviewing rushes and favourite scenes on set is easier than ever. Play all movies in recorded order, or hand select a playlist for playback in any order – either your choice of multiple clips, just the Favorite sections of a clip or a combination of both. This functionality makes the Shogun one of the most affordable 4K play out server solutions available on set.
Free Atomos Shogun upgrade adds FS700 RAW, FS7 RAW and more
The latest free AtomOS update brings 8 new features for all Shogun users
Melbourne, Australia – 17th June 2015: Since the Shogun launched in late 2014, Atomos has constantly kept users updated with free features, adding significant value to the already affordable all-in-one 4K/HD monitor-recorder. The AtomOS6.4 released today adds some of the most anticipated features for users to date including;
FS700 & FS7 4K-DCI RAW to ProRes/DNxHR record
Anamorphic de-squeeze including 2x, 1.5x, 1.33x and Panasonic 8:3 modes
Pre-roll recording (up to 8s in HD and 2s in 4K)
Custom time lapse recording – Keyframe
LUTs able to be applied on output, in recording, on screen & split screen
Playlist generation of all clips on the disk, user selected clips, cut edited favourite clips or a combination of both.
Expanded meta data tagging – Wide shot, close up, Talent 1 or 2, Over exposed, Bad Audio, Colour correction and cut away. FCPX 1.4 XML upgrade
Genlock activated for synced playback and play-out in Genlock environments
"We have unleashed thousands of dollars of value for free," says Jeromy Young CEO and co-founder of Atomos. "Features like RAW transform the FS700 from a HD camera to a 4K camera with accurate colors and real conversion to REC709 for the best ProRes and DNxHR recording, the Anamorphic de-squeeze adds even more functionality to the Panasonic GH4, Playlist converts the Shogun into an affordable play out server on set and time lapse gives a creative edge to all of our users in the field"
The AtomOS6.4 update is available for free download from www.atomos.com/support. The features added to the Shogun are included here in full;
FS700 & FS7 4K-DCI RAW to ProRes/DNxHR record
Users can take the RAW 4K-DCI feed from the SDI output on the Sony FS7 and FS700 and record direct to 4K-DCI ProRes or DNxHR. The linear RAW feed can be recorded as Slog2, Slog3 or Rec709 and can support 24/25/30p resolution. For the army of FS700 users in the field this is the feature they have been waiting for, converting their HD camera into a 4K powerhouse.
Anamorphic de-squeeze for 2x, 1.5x, 1.33x and the specific Panasonic 8:3 mode support
Anamorphic was one of the key trends from this year's NAB, led by a mass of new anamorphic lenses and the announcement from Panasonic to add anamorphic squeeze to their popular GH4 camera. With this update the Shogun can de-squeeze an anamorphic image from 2x, 1.5x, 1.33x and Panasonic 8:3 modes. Another reason to add GH4 with Shogun
Pre-roll recording of 8s HD, 2s 4K
With pre-roll activated the Shogun is continually cache recording – up to 8s for HD and 2s for 4K. Perfect for capturing action sports or long wildlife shoots, ensuring you always get the shot even if you hadn't hit record yet. Works in all modes including RAW.
Custom time lapse recording
One of the most creative features added is video time lapse. With this feature users have complete control over their unique time lapse style with the ability to adjust the number of frames, time between capturing the next frame, total record time and clip playback length. The user interface has been well thought through to make the process easy and with the ability to set multiple steps, add a smooth transition and even schedule the recording time, capturing the perfect time lapse sunset is now a much easier task.
LUTs able to be applied on output, in recording, on screen and split screen
Since February, Shogun users have been able to upload their own LUTs in a ".cube" file format to review and measure the effect on the monitor before recording. Now in OS6.4, additional LUT capability has been added with the ability to view the LUT on the output, on the screen, bake it in the recording and even view in half screen mode to see the direct result of the LUT on the final image.
Expanded meta data tagging
We have expanded the meta data capability of the Shogun to allow for on the fly tagging wither during recording or during review in playback. The 10 meta data tags available (Favorite, Reject, Talent 1, Talent 2, Over Exposed, Color Correct, Bad Audio, Cut Away, Close up, Wide shot) allow for key word search in FCPX and can be transferred across to Adobe and AVID using readily available online tools.
Genlock activated
The Genlock terminal on the back of the Shogun has been activated to allow for synchronised playout and playback.
Playlist generation
The ability to record, playback and review quickly on set has been an integral feature of Shogun and now with playlist functionality the process for reviewing rushes and favourite scenes on set is easier than ever. Play all movies in recorded order, or hand select a playlist for playback in any order – either your choice of multiple clips, just the Favorite sections of a clip or a combination of both. This functionality makes the Shogun one of the most affordable 4K play out server solutions available on set.