![]() ![]() Because each pixel is represented 1:1 in the final recorded media instead of 3:1 RGB, a higher resolution and finer tonality can be obtained with no chance of softness being introduced by the interpolation process. This allows the sensor to read out just the image data instead of having to read out 3:1 RGB. If you are recording RAW using a monochrome sensor there is no need for Bayer-interpolation. It also lets you capture sharper images with superior resolution, and as a bonus, record a lot smaller file sizes than a color sensor. By removing the RGB color filter array, it allows for more photons to reach the sensor’s photosensitive surface, therefore, it makes the sensor highly light sensitive. Color sensors have filters over each pixel arranged in a particular grid called a Bayer pattern. If you compare a color sensor to a monochrome sensor, the main difference is that a monochrome sensor does not use an RGB color filter array. ![]() Why just not shoot in color and then turn it into black and white in post? I’m basing this on the fact that the Monochrome and color sensors for the 8K HELIUM cameras are exactly the same price. ![]() Even though it will be produced in far fewer numbers than the regular MONSTRO sensor, it will probably cost the same. With the regular DSMC2 with MONSTRO 8K VV sensor costing $54,500 USD it will be interesting to see how much the Monochrome version will sell for. Now shooting in monochrome is certainly not for everyone, but if you work in fashion or want to go old school noir this camera will certainly get the job done. Above you can see some material that was shot on 7 RED EPIC Monochrome cameras. ![]()
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