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3.08 External Recorders: ProRes RAW and BRAW Workflow Analysis

Technical comparison of Atomos and Blackmagic external recorders including codec support, bit rates, and post-production workflow integration.

by Daoming
June 25, 2024

External Recorders: ProRes RAW and BRAW Workflow Analysis

Content to be added - This article will analyze external recording systems and workflows.

Article Outline

1. Recorder Technology Comparison

  • Atomos Ninja series capabilities
  • Blackmagic Video Assist features
  • Recording format support matrix
  • Storage requirements and costs
  • Processing power and efficiency

2. Codec Analysis

  • ProRes RAW characteristics and benefits
  • BRAW (Blackmagic RAW) advantages
  • Bit rate and file size comparisons
  • Color depth and dynamic range
  • Compression efficiency evaluation

3. Workflow Integration

  • NLE compatibility assessment
  • Color grading pipeline optimization
  • Proxy generation capabilities
  • Metadata preservation
  • Collaboration tools integration

4. Practical Implementation

  • Camera trigger protocol support
  • Audio recording capabilities
  • Monitoring and playback features
  • Power management systems
  • Field reliability assessment

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