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Digital Cinema Pocket Guides Changelog

The list below represents all the changes the pocket guides have gone through. Sometimes they are aesthetic changes, sometimes they are firmware upgrades. If, for whatever reason, you would like an older version of one of the pocket guides you downloaded, just shoot us an email.

ARRI Alexa

ARRI Alexa Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 2.3

  • Compliance with SUP 11.1.1
    • Updated internal recording chart to reflect current DNxHD & ProRes options
    • Updated sensor graphic to reflect current recording options
    • Updated exposure index graphic to be more precise
  • Refined visual design

Version 2.2

  • Compliance with ARRI SUP 8.0
  • Added 4:3 sensor measurements for Alexa Plus 4:3, Alexa M & Alexa Studio*
  • Modified sensor graphic to accurately display resolutions in comparison to sensor
  • Changed “Pixels” to “Photosites” in Sensor section at recommendation of ARRI*
  • Changed wording in External Recording section to suggest possibility of recording ARRIRAW on non-certified devices (not recommended)*
  • Added Alexa Studio as compatible with WRS radio in icon section*

* Big thanks to Marc Shipman-Müller at ARRI for helping with these changes

Version 2.1

  • Compliance with ARRI SUP 7.0
    • Changed “Tropical Mode” icon to “High Humidity Mode”
    • Swapped out “Grab” icon with newer image
    • Added DNxHD as a format on Internal Recording chart
    • Added New Dual Link external recording methods to chart
    • Added “Internal 2K Recording” information
  • Separated “Recording” section into two
  • Removed “Power” section to make room for additional “Recording” section
  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 2.0

  • Updated cover and guide design to conform with new guides
  • Added Radio icon under “Icons” section
  • Compliance with ARRI SUP 6.1

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

ARRI Alexa XT

ARRI Alexa XT Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.3

  • Compliance with SUP 11.1.1
    • Updated internal recording chart to reflect current DNxHD & ProRes options
    • Updated sensor graphic to reflect current recording options
    • Updated exposure index graphic to be more precise
  • Refined visual design

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with SUP 9.0
    • Added DNxHD to internal recording chart
    • Updated Max FPS for ProRes 4444 16:9 to 120fps

Version 1.1*

  • Compliance with SUP 8.1
    • Updated MAX FPS for ARRIRAW 2.8K 4:3 from 48fps to 90fps

* Unreleased, but available upon request

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched compliant with ARRI SUP 8.0

Blackmagic Design Cinema Camera

Blackmagic Design Cinema Camera Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.5

  • Updates to Record Times section
    • Fixed incorrect compressed HD video record times
    • Added new storage sizes to record times chart
    • Tweaked formula for CinemaDNG record times to make them more accurate
  • Refined visual design

Version 1.4

  • Compliance with firmware 1.5.1
  • Updated compatible SSD drives
    • Full List Here

Version 1.3*

  • Compliance with firmware 1.4
    • Removed “Contrast” from Display Settings
    • Added HD-SDI Output recording to “Recording” section with 1080i50 and 1080i59.94 outputs enabled in this firmware update
    • Updated compatible SSD drives
      • Full List Here

* Unreleased, but available upon request

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with firmware 1.3
    • Added “Time Lapse Interval” to Menu Key section
    • Updated Recommended SSD drives as per BMCC FAQ
  • Specified compressed video formats in “Recording” section

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout
  • Removed “Ultrascope” graphic
  • Added additional information to “Ultrascope” section

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Canon 5D Mark II

Canon 5D Mark II Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.1

  • Refined visual design
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched based on 2.1.2 firmware

Canon 5D Mark III

Canon 5D Mark III Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.3

  • Confirmed compliance with 1.3.4 firmware
  • Refined visual design
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with 1.2.1 firmware
    • Added information on uncompressed HDMI recording
  • Changed “Memory Cards” section to “Recording”

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Canon 6D

Canon 6D Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.3

  • Confirmed compliance with firmware 1.1.7
  • Refined visual design
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.2

  • Confirmed compliance with firmware 1.1.3

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Canon 7D

Canon 7D Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.3

  • Confirmed compliance with 2.0.6 firmware
  • Fixed a typo
  • Refined visual design
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.2

  • Changed colors of the guide

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Canon C100

Canon C100 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.3

  • Compliance with 1.0.7.1.00 & 2.0.7.1.00 firmware
    • Updated dynamic range chart to reflect expanded ISO of 80,000
    • Removed “Slow & Fast Motion” section under Menu Functions in favor of info about Dual Pixel CMOS Auto-Focus (available with 2.0.7.1.00 firmware) and because Slow & Fast Motion is not available on C100 Mk 1
  • Refined visual design

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with 1.0.2.1.00 firmware
    • Added language about ISO range being expanded up to ISO 80,000
  • Added Canon Wide DR gamma option to description and chart in Picture Styles section
  • Fixed typo on Dynamic Range section that incorrectly attributed 6.7 stops on highlight end of range at 20,000 ISO

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout
  • Removed one picture style chart from “Picture Styles”
  • Added “Available Default Picture Styles” section

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Canon C300

Canon C300 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.4

  • Compliance with 1.1.8.1.00 & 2.1.8.1.00 firmware
    • Updated dynamic range chart to reflect expanded ISO of 80,000
    • Added Dual Pixel CMOS Auto-Focus section under Menu Functions
    • Removed “My Menu Customization” section under Menu Functions in favor of info about Dual Pixel CMOS Auto-Focus (available with 2.1.8.1.00 firmware)
    • Removed Black Balance menu option item to make room for Dual Pixel CMOS Auto-Focus section
  • Refined visual design

Version 1.3

  • Compliance with 1.1.1.1.00 firmware
    • Added language about ISO range being expanded up to ISO 80,000
    • Added new Canon Wide DR gamma option to description and chart in Picture Styles section
    • Added 1440×1080 as a new resolution option for 35mbps bitrate
    • Removed language about 1440×1080 being available only at 25mbps bitrate
  • Fixed typo on Dynamic Range section that incorrectly attributed 6.7 stops on highlight end of range at 20,000 ISO

Version 1.2

  • Confirmed compliance with 1.0.8 firmware
  • Changed 50i to 50p within frame rates available at 1280×720 in Recording section

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout
  • Removed one picture style chart from “Picture Styles”
  • Added “Available Default Picture Styles” section

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Canon C500

Canon C500 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.4

  • Compliance with 1.0.7.1.00 firmware
    • Updated dynamic range chart to reflect expanded ISO of 80,000
    • Updated one of the 4KRAW options to more accurately say 4K1KRAW
    • Specified that dual-recording internally in HD while shooting 2K/4K is possible
  • Fixed a typo on the full size foldable guide
  • Refined visual design

Version 1.3

  • Compliance with 1.1 firmware
    • Added language about ISO range being expanded up to ISO 80,000
    • Added new 4096 x 1080 4K RAW shooting mode to 2k/4k Recording section
  • Fixed typo on Dynamic Range section that incorrectly attributed 6.7 stops on highlight end of range at 20,000 ISO

Version 1.2

  • Changed 50i to 50p within frame rates available at 1280×720 in Recording section
  • Removed Picture Styles section
  • Added 2K/4K Recording section

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout
  • Removed one picture style chart from “Picture Styles”
  • Added “Available Default Picture Styles” section

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

GoPro Hero3/Hero3+ Black

GoPro Hero3 Black Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.3

  • Confirmed compliance with software HD3.11.03.03 for Hero3+
  • Refined visual design

Version 1.2

  • Combined new Hero3+ hardware update into this guide
    • Added 1080p Superview and 720p Superview to Video Formats
    • Added Battery specifications for new Hero3+ batteries
    • Added which Protune framerates are not Superview enabled
    • Added dimensions for new slimmer waterproof housing
  • New comprehensive Battery Life chart in “Power” section
  • Compliance with software HD3.03.03.00 for Hero3
  • Compliance with software HD3.11.01.00/HD3.11.01.01 for Hero3+
  • Fixed Protune FPS options for 720p

Version 1.1

  • Compliance with software HD3.03.02.39
    • Added correct software version naming
    • Added 60 fps option for 720p Protune
  • Clarified behavior of default wifi networks when using GoPro smartphone app
  • Removed Wi-Fi Control subtitle to make more room
  • Fixed Protune data rates to be 45 Mbps

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

GoPro Hero3/Hero3+ Silver

GoPro Hero3 Silver Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.2

  • Confirmed compliance with software HD3.10.03.02 for Hero3+
  • Refined visual design

Version 1.1

  • Combined new Hero3+ hardware update into this guide
    • Added Battery specifications for new Hero3+ batteries
    • Added clarification that Protune is not available on Hero3+ models
    • Added dimensions for new slimmer waterproof housing
  • Fixed erroneous Protune data rate listed as 45mbps. It is 35mbps on Silver models.
  • Modified Menu Map to reflect updates and Hero3+ limitations
  • New comprehensive Battery Life chart in “Power” section
  • Compliance with software HD3.02.03.00 for Hero3
  • Compliance with software  HD3.10.01.09 for Hero3+

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched based on software HD3.02.02.13

Ikonoskop A-Cam dII

Ikonoskop A-Cam dII Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.2

  • Refined visual design
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.1

  • Compliance with firmware version 1.28
  • Sensor: Added 0 as a “Gain” option
  • Sensor: Fixed comma typo that implied 3.6 as a Gain option rather than 3 and 6
  • Size and Power: Added mention that external power uses 2-pin Lemo connector
  • Menu Trees: Added “Reset Configuration” and “Sensor Tuning” to the trees

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Nikon D600

Nikon D600 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with firmware C.Ver:1.02
    • Modified HDMI Recording instructions for new menu tree
  • Refined visual design
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.1

  • Fixed grammatical error on Picture Controls section (thanks Chris!)

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Nikon D800

Nikon D800 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with firmware A:Ver.1.10/B:Ver.1.10
    • Modified HDMI Recording instructions for new menu tree
  • Refined visual design
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.1

  • Fixed grammatical error on Picture Controls section (thanks Chris!)
  • Fixed incorrect firmware labeling on mobile guide

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Panasonic AF100

Panasonic AF100 Digital Cinema Pocke tGuide

Version 1.2

  • Confirmed compliance with v1.24 firmware
  • Refined visual design
    • Changed to a less “electric” yellow

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Panasonic GH2

Panasonic GH2 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.1

  • Refined visual design
  • Fixed a typo
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Phantom Miro M/LC110

Phantom Miro 110 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout
  • Removed “RCU Display” graphic
  • Added more information about RCU display

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Phantom Miro M/LC120

Phantom Miro 120 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout
  • Removed “RCU Display” graphic
  • Added more information about RCU display

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Phantom Miro M/LC310

Phantom Miro 310 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout
  • Removed “RCU Display” graphic
  • Added more information about RCU display

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Phantom Miro M/LC320S

Phantom Miro 320s Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout
  • Removed “RCU Display” graphic
  • Added more information about RCU display

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

RED Epic

RED Epic Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 2.4

  • Compliance with 6.3.75 software
  • Added 1K information to Sensor section
  • Recalculated record times for all resolutions with REDCODE compressions between 3:1 to 18:1
  • Added rows for REDCODE record times between 18:1 to 22:1 on Record Times chart
  • Removed language about REDCODE “sweet spot” to make room for expanded chart
  • Clarified on Varispeed chart that settings are for 128GB 1.8″ REDMAG SSD and that settings may change with a higher or lower capacity SSD (due to speed changes).

Version 2.3

  • Compliance with 4.0.18 software
  • Added 1K WS column to Record Times chart
  • Added 1K WS column & 400 FPS row to Varispeed chart

Version 2.2

  • Compliance with 4.0 software
  • Changed “Display” GUI chart to match changes by RED
  • Added all available recording formats to “Varispeed” chart
  • Added all available recording formats to “Record Times” chart
  • Renamed “Recording” section to “Record Times”
  • Swapped positions of “Touchscreen” and “Record Times” sections

Version 2.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout
  • Changed design of chart on “Varispeed” section to improve quality and provide room for future expansion

Version 2.0

  • Updated cover and guide design to conform with new guides
  • Updated “Video Overlays” section to refer to Focus overlay as “Edge”
  • Compliance with 3.2 firmware

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

RED One

RED One Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 2.3

  • Compliance with build 32 of RED One firmware
  • Minor aesthetic changes

Version 2.2

  • Fixed error on “Varispeed” page that implied you can shoot REDCODE 42 at 4K 16:9 when you can’t (thanks Alex!)
  • Removed record times for certain REDCODE/resolution combinations that are not possible in “Recording” section chart

Version 2.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 2.0

  • Updated cover and guide design to conform with new guides
  • Compliance with 31.6.16 firmware

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

RED Scarlet

RED Scarlet Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.4

  • Compliance with 6.3.75 software
  • Recalculated record times for all resolutions with REDCODE compressions between 3:1 to 18:1
  • Added rows for REDCODE record times between 18:1 to 22:1 on Record Times chart
  • Added several formats to the record times chart and the varispeed chart
  • Removed language about REDCODE “sweet spot” to make room for expanded chart
  • Clarified on Varispeed chart that settings are for 128GB 1.8″ REDMAG SSD and that settings may change with a higher or lower capacity SSD (due to speed changes).

Version 1.3

  • Compliance with 4.0.18 software
  • Replaced Varispeed section with a new chart that gives more detailed information on FPS options in regard to REDCODE and resolution
  • Fixed Record Times chart which implied certain resolution/REDCODE combinations were possible when they aren’t
  • Removed language about REDCODE sweet spot since not all Scarlet recording modes can reach it

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with 4.0 software
  • Changed “Display” GUI chart to match changes by RED
  • Added all available recording formats to “Varispeed” chart
  • Added all available recording formats to “Record Times” chart
  • Renamed “Recording” section to “Record Times”
  • Swapped positions of “Touchscreen” and “Record Times” sections

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Sony F3

Sony F3 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with 1.45 firmware

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Sony F5

Sony F5 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with 7.01 firmware
    • Added expanded memory card options
    • Removed “Memory Card Status Lights” section to make room
    • Simplified the Recording chart
    • Changed Recording times to be more accurate
    • Added ProRes and DNxHD formats to Recording chart
    • Simplified S&Q Motion Options chart

Version 1.1

  • Compliance with 3.0 firmware
  • Completely reformatted the Recording section
    • Added several new formats such as SStP
    • Added type of memory cards required for each recording format
    • Added separate Slow and Quick motion chart with compatible formats and their FPS range
    • Changed XAVC data rate from 100 Mbps to more accurate 90 Mbps
  • Switched order of Memory Cards and Recording sections

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched based on 1.1 firmware

Sony F55

Sony F55 Digital Cinema Pocket Guides

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with 7.01 firmware
    • Added expanded memory card options
    • Removed “Memory Card Status Lights” section to make room
    • Simplified the Recording chart
    • Changed Recording times to be more accurate
    • Added ProRes and DNxHD formats to Recording chart
    • Simplified S&Q Motion Options chart

Version 1.1

  • Compliance with 3.0 firmware
  • Completely reformatted the Recording section
    • Added several new formats such as SStP
    • Added type of memory cards required for each recording format
    • Added separate Slow and Quick motion chart with compatible formats and their FPS range
    • Changed XAVC data rate from 100 Mbps to more accurate 90 Mbps
  • Switched order of Memory Cards and Recording sections

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched based on 1.1 firmware

Sony F65

Sony F65 Digital Cinema Pocket Guides

Version 1.3

  • Compliance with 4.2 firmware
  • Minor design tweaks
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with 3.0 firmware
  • Changed Resolution of F65RAW modes to 8K (since the image is recorded as 8K and then outputted in post as HD, 2K, 4K, or 6K)
  • Changed name of iOS app from F65Remote to F65Remote Look Plus in Wi-Fi Control section

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Sony FS100

Sony FS100 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.2

  • Refined visual design
  • Fixed a typo
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

Sony FS700

Sony FS700 Digital Cinema Pocket Guide

Version 1.3

  • Compliance with 3.2 firmware
  • Minor design tweaks
  • Significantly reduced file size

Version 1.2

  • Compliance with 3.0 firmware
    • Added Memory Stick PRO XC-HG Duo as a compatible memory card
    • Added AXSM card as a compatible memory card
    • Added 4K and 2K as recording formats available
    • Added 4K and 2K recording time estimates
    • Added 4K and 2K high speed frame rate options to Slow Motion sections
    • Added PP7 picture profile that acts as preset for S-Log 2
  • Added Native ISO to Sensor section

Version 1.1

  • Added high-resolution vector graphics
  • Added additional “Tablet” layout

Version 1.0

  • Pocket guide launched

End of Changelog

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