With NAB 2008 just around the corner, the internet is a buzz with predictions and anticipation. It’s the RED crowd that has really been hitting the buzz heavily with what they say will be 3 BIG announcements and 3 SMALL announcements.

The first obviously is the introduction of “Scarlett”, a pocket sized digital cinema camera. My personal prediction for this camera is that it will be 2K with a super16mm sized sensor capable of taking super16mm PL mount lenses, or an optional Nikon mount with 3rd party support for EOS lenses announced. I think it will record to compact flash in REDCODE RAW format. My personal prediction on price is $8500. I think we’ll see accessories to make it a complete production tool as well.

RED has posted chart images from the 50mm and 85mm prime. I hope this means a street day for the prime lens set. What I’ve seen of the charts indicates a SUPER sharp image with VERY little Chromatic aberration.

Some people are also talking about 4K displays. They have previously stated they plan on producing them, and if they can come out with a 4K monitor to do color correction on, I will be extremely happy. I don’t think I’ll be able to afford one, but still incredible.

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