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RED KOMODO KOMODO ST Cinema Camera

The RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST is a 6K Super 35 cinema camera — with 6K video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

RED KOMODO KOMODO ST Cinema Camera

RED KOMODO KOMODO ST Cinema Camera

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Camera Overview — RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST

The RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST is a compact cinema camera built around a Super 35 sensor capable of recording at up to 6K resolution. Designed for professional filmmakers who need a high-resolution, portable platform, it packs serious cinema credentials into an aluminum alloy body that measures just 4 x 4 x 4 inches and weighs 0.95 kg. The camera supports recording in both REDCODE RAW and ProRes color profiles at 16-bit color depth, giving colorists and editors a wide range of post-production flexibility.

Frame rate options span from 23.976fps through to 60fps, covering broadcast, cinematic, and high-frame-rate slow-motion workflows. The native ISO range runs from 250 to 12800, offering usable sensitivity across a broad range of lighting conditions. Media is handled via CFexpress Type B cards, a fast and reliable format well suited to high-bitrate cinema recording.

Connectivity includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, a 3.5mm microphone input, and a 3.5mm headphone output. The body is weather sealed and uses a Canon RF lens mount, broadening compatibility with a wide ecosystem of optics. A 2.9-inch, 1440x1440 LCD display is included for monitoring.

The camera uses a BP-955 battery and has no built-in image stabilization.

Key Features — RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST

6K Super 35 Sensor: Captures up to 6K resolution on a Super 35 sensor, delivering cinema-grade image quality with a familiar depth-of-field characteristic for filmmakers.

REDCODE RAW Recording: Records in REDCODE RAW with up to 16-bit color depth, giving editors and colorists maximum flexibility in post-production.

Wide Frame Rate Range: Supports frame rates from 23.976fps up to 60fps at 6K, covering cinematic, broadcast, and production needs.

Canon RF Lens Mount: Uses the Canon RF mount, opening compatibility with a broad and growing ecosystem of native RF lenses as well as adapted optics via third-party mount adapters.

Compact Aluminum Body: Measures just 4 x 4 x 4 inches and weighs 0.95 kg, making it one of the smallest cinema cameras capable of 6K RAW recording.

Weather-Resistant Construction: Dust and moisture resistant aluminum alloy body allows use in challenging on-location shooting environments.

Camera Specifications — RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST

RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesVideo / Cinematography, Documentary, Event, Studio
TypeOther
SensorSuper 35
Resolution6K
ISO Range250 – 12800
AF SystemManual Focus Only
AF PointsManual Focus Only
Max Video Resolution6K
Max Frame Rate60fps
Bit Depth16-bit
Video Color ProfilesREDCODE RAW, ProRes
Image StabilizationNone

Description — RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST

The RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST is a professional cinema camera built around a Super 35 sensor with 6K maximum resolution. Recording in REDCODE RAW and ProRes at 16-bit color depth, it provides serious post-production latitude for color grading and finishing. The camera supports nine frame rates from 23.976fps up to 60fps, making it suitable for both traditional cinematic shooting and higher frame rate applications.

The native ISO 250–12800 range covers a broad spectrum of lighting scenarios. Media is recorded to CFexpress Type B cards, a format capable of handling the high data rates associated with 6K RAW capture. The compact aluminum alloy body measures 4 x 4 x 4 inches and weighs just 0.95 kg, while the weather sealed construction adds durability in varied shooting environments.

A 2.9-inch LCD display with 1440x1440 resolution handles on-camera monitoring. The Canon RF lens mount opens the door to a broad range of compatible optics. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, 3.5mm mic input, and 3.5mm headphone output, rounding out a capable and compact cinema package.

Pros — RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST

  • ✓6K Super 35 sensor delivers high-resolution cinema capture
  • ✓Dual recording format support: REDCODE RAW and ProRes at 16-bit color depth
  • ✓Wide frame rate range up to 60fps, including 23.976fps, 24fps, 25fps, 48fps, and 59.94fps

Cons — RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST

  • ✗Autofocus is contrast detection only with no subject tracking or eye tracking — manual focus is the primary workflow
  • ✗No image stabilization of any kind (no in-body IS, no digital IS)
  • ✗No viewfinder; monitoring is limited to the 2.9-inch LCD display

Reviews — RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST

Videos — RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST

6K RED Komodo Impressions: The Mini Cine Camera! — Marques Brownlee

Resources & Downloads — RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST

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Frequently Asked Questions — RED Digital Cinema KOMODO ST

What recording formats does the KOMODO ST support?+
The KOMODO ST records in REDCODE RAW and ProRes at 16-bit color depth. Both formats are captured to CFexpress Type B media cards.
What is the maximum resolution and frame rate this camera can shoot?+
The camera shoots up to 6K resolution. It supports frame rates up to 60fps, with options including 23.976fps, 24fps, 25fps, 29.97fps, 30fps, 48fps, 50fps, 59.94fps, and 60fps.
What lens mount does the KOMODO ST use?+
The KOMODO ST uses a Canon RF lens mount, allowing compatibility with Canon RF mount lenses and adapted optics via third-party adapters.
Does the KOMODO ST have any image stabilization?+
No. The KOMODO ST has no in-body image stabilization and no digital image stabilization. Shooters requiring stabilization will need to rely on lens-based IS or external stabilizers.
What are the ISO capabilities of the KOMODO ST?+
The KOMODO ST has a native ISO range of 250 to 12800, giving it flexibility across a variety of lighting conditions from well-lit exteriors to lower-light interior settings.
What connectivity and audio options does the camera offer?+
The KOMODO ST includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, a 3.5mm microphone input, and a 3.5mm headphone output. The body is also weather sealed and constructed from aluminum alloy.

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