Blackmagic RAW

Video production, just as general photography, can benefit from all the advantages of RAW format, some of which can add impressive characteristics, such as depth, gamut, processing flexibility, as well as overall quality, compared to other commonly used media formats. Starting from the above mentioned, it is quite easy to see why the implementation of RAW into the video field can bring a range of advantages.

Aiming at offering all the benefits of RAW format into video processing, Blackmagic RAW provides users with a specialized codec that provides all the advantages of RAW recording. It manages to achieve that via a series of technologies, such as de-mosaic algorithms, yielding lossless images, which are intended at high frame rates and high dynamic range workflows.

In order to avoid common video codec issues, such as quality deterioration due to 10 bit and 4:2:2 video filter limitations, Blackmagic RAW will move part of the de-mosaic processing from the PC’s CPU, to the actual camera itself, therefore achieving a more effective recording process, while still retaining quality, bit depth, and dynamic range.

Lastly, the codec carries the Blackmagic Design Generation 5 Color Science protocol, which ensures accurate reproduction of critical elements, such as skin tone for instance.