Why The ARRI AMIRA Might Be The Best Documentary Camera Ever Made!!

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Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
The History - 00:39
The Image - 01:16
The Recording Options - 03:20
The Body Design - 04:23
The Audio Recording - 10:12
The AMIRA Live - 11:44
Can The ALEXA 35 Be Used This Way? - 12:27
Buying Used Kit - 13:52
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[@CVPTV]

Let us know what you think of the AMIRA down below! We've also noticed that I say 48Hz at 10:20 not KHz, sorry for the slip of the tongue! Jake

[@xWood4000]

I thought this was going to be frame voyager, but you actually have the camera in hand

[@Ihyabond009]

Well, it didn't say ABANDONED in the title

[@logicfrogmedia]

Same!

[@FrameVoyager]

👀 I might have to sue

[@adriancrespo4274]

I’d love to see a sort of retrospective on documentary cameras in the last decade, and showing the sort of productions they still get used in today

[@daveedsdreads1265]

Yes, a documentary specific range of cameras for recent and current productions would be fantastic.

[@TehMr]

Currently working on a cinedocu using an Alexa mini LF and Leica summicron lenses

[@clemensh1513]

You guys make watching what is basically an infomercial a really great experience. Seriously, I am in awe of this kind of marketing, it is special. It's fun to watch, interesting and it actually instills confidence in your skills and professional approach to camera gear.

[@SpencerGreeneDP]

Love my Amira, really considered stepping up to an Alexa Mini eventually but most Cinematographers I talk to say they’d stick with the Amira, fantastic camera for the price. The weight actually makes it incredibly stable, I’ve run after horses full speed hand held and it looks great.

[@russelltandy3143]

same here! Amira all day!

[@renaissancedigital5730]

Honestly to me the weight difference between the two is negligible. I like the Amira more for run and gun as it's just made to quickly be thrown on the shoulder and the buttons on the body are nice too. Really the only thing pushing me to the mini is Open gate and 4:3. How often will I actually use those features though.

[@MattiasSkoog]

A new Amira based of the Alexa 35, weight around 2-3 kg… that’s what I’m (and probably a million filmmakers) hoping for in the coming years. Actually, I’ll start saving for that now. Because - Arri won’t miss out on that opportunity right?

[@leviingram]

With the power/audio plates available for the Alexa 35 I've been wondering if they're trying to make the Alexa 35 the replacement - but I agree, an Amira 35 would be amazing!

[@MattiasSkoog]

@@leviingram yeah, I think so too. The audio plate. I guess what I’m really hoping for is a “ready to shoot” model at a slightly lower price point 🤣

[@allisayisthatyouhavetobehere]

& netflix approved - you couldnt have said it any better Mattias!

[@davewerner7609]

Well done. Great camera that can actually be timeless in the right hands.

[@123maiji]

Tiny nitpick… @9:40 Hirose (named after the Japanese company that made the connector) is pronounced “he-roh-seh”, like “hero-say”. That said, “high rose” does sound elegant!

[@CinemaSteve]

Amira is such a freakin awesome camera. Loved working with it.

[@philldixon8001]

The Amira is the most rugged and well built piece of kit I have ever used. It just works like a charm and that image

[@arjayjalmaani]

This is really insightful. Thanks!

[@Citizen_one]

I shot with it for a year straight day in and out with a production that allowed me to accessorize as we went along for better run and gun performance. Apart from low light performance needing a boost, and it’s weight, it is the best documentary camera out there - bar none.

[@unclejezza]

Had it for 7 years, loved it and was happy to see the back of it. Too heavy! Couldn’t move it in the way you can with modern cameras.

[@venture_films]

Another great video guys 👏

[@johnclay7644]

great Arri Canera. thanks CVP.

[@rickyang9930]

Arri Amira is my favorite camera, you can shoot anything and any type production on this camera. And more importantly, the price is acceptble for a freelance cinematographer.

[@chrisniswonger]

I truly wish they allowed open gate / 4:3 on the Amira. Then it would be the best cam 100%.

[@michael-bell]

Why do they not allow it?

[@cokebottles6919]

It's crazy how good these "old" cameras are. I love Red, but based only on the image quality, I'd always prefer to shoot on this than even the latest Raptor.

[@viper3269]

used an amira a handful of times, out of anything the camera has the offer, its gotta be the media door that keeps me coming back, CHONK

[@RealEkcreations]

Curious about the Varicam LT and how it compares. The image quality and record options sound almost comparable

[@zloslov]

That is, Arri is immediately sold with the full functionality, but you also need to buy a permit to use this functionality. There is even a license for a week! You have already paid for all the functions implemented "in metal". There is already software that implements this hardware. So why do they sell the license separately from the hardware? After all, they do not sell software along with additional hardware! The buyer has already paid for all the hardware! Goats.

[@timeallofgreatestthe]

Amira and Venice are the two best cameras ever made.

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Love mine!

[@cvice30]

Can't forget it is also the camera choice for NFL Films

[@unn4medfeel1ng]

So all this time there was a camera that could use BT headphones for monitoring? I have a question for all mirrorless makers out there then

[@df6323]

Exactly my thought

[@tiedtkeio]

Yeah I totally agree, this might be the best camera ever made. Waiting to buy one until they fall under £10000. 😄

[@CVPTV]

That will be an awesome day!! Jake

[@SoundSpeeding]

@11:11 I was amazed to learn this new fact about an audio feature of the AMIRA! 😮 You can connect your bluetooth headphones to it?? 😮

[@tomcruz3774]

Oh my god the menu has a dark theme? Arri has tech from the future

[@pierre-lucarseneau4945]

Can you operate the amira without the viewfinder? Thanks. I feel like with the body/small lens/monitor and a small gold mount battery, it wouldn't be that cumbersome

[@frankbregulla564]

Yes, you can use external monitor and put important settings on amira buttons

[@lkptlst3256]

4:3 open gate and YES

[@abhinandansharma1]

Hi could you also please do a video on Nikon z9 and its capabilities

I skipped on a opportunity to by a Amira from a local person sub 9000€. Not a day goes by without me thinking if I made a mistake. My decision not to buy ultimately came down to me already heavy invested i Sony. I believe the fx9 with the fullframe+super35 sensor mode, low power draw and autofocus would be more of a benefit for me in the long run if i was to upgrade from my fs7. Nice video. Cheers 🍻

[@daveedsdreads1265]

I agree but fx9 eats batteries as well.

[@SuperPhunThyme100]

I think the FX9 has definitely become the "poor man's Amira" as far as im concerned. Heck, it even does a few things better than the Amira (much better in low light/4K acquisition in fullframe and s35) Only thing it can't quite match is those Arri colors....and build quality. But sheesh for 14K, it's quite the camera for the money. The Amira is 9 years old and still goes for TWICE that new, which is criminal in my opinion.

[@JulioBHJ]

I've shot a bunch of projects on the Amira over the past six years, and yes, it's an amazing camera, but it will eventually destroy every bone in your shoulder if you're not careful. 😄

[@frankbregulla564]

Easyrig

[@iampaosancon]

8:38!! Best!

[@marklondon8793]

From the 'no sh*t sherlock' dept.

[@annekedebruyn7797]

In the professional world, the Amira isn't anywhere close to underrated at all. But I do notice how little people talk about versus the Alexa and the Mini''s. Especially since so many people use the darn thing!

[@JimiCanRead]

Why use more compressed formats for documentary?

[@organismx]

Thanks you for making the price go up 🙈

[@allisayisthatyouhavetobehere]

The best!

[@CUTproductionsLtd]

BMD definitely looked long and hard at this camera when they introduced the Ursa Broadcast G2. The flexible format of both broadcast 2/3" ENG/EFP/Studio and full sensor Super35 digital film camera was inspired. I don't think it's take up in broadcast was quite as successful as you suggest though. It's very heavy, power hungry and very expensive, especially with the licences compared to traditional 3 chip ENG cameras and since the introduction of cameras like the PXW-450/750, which are true 4K, with more traditional control placements, eco system and form factors, that ENG/EFP camera people are used to, it was a hard sell and that is perhaps why they haven't really replaced it yet.

[@alexandrogonzalez1854]

I just shot an entire movie with this camera paired with arri zeiss ultra prime lenses... IT LOOKS REALLY GOOD

[@frankbregulla564]

Got the same combo but don´t like the ultras too much, they feel a bit harsh

[@Emilioh888]

Do one on the dxl2

[@jonnezb]

Great vid, thanks! May trade my trusty old C500's and C300's towards one :D

[@Nordbiene]

Great video. Thank You so much. Best regards, Kai the bee filmer.

[@BD06]

Would love to see Alexa 65 on your channel one day, for the footage examples.

[@noelchojnacki3728]

What do people think about its "pastelish look"? I love the AMIRA and really want to buy it, but it always feels like there is a some sort of LUT integrated or Filter in front of it which makes the image almost too soft. That being said, I am not a fan about "too sharp" sensors neither. Still, I am not entirely convinced by the AMIRA...

[@patrickbaitmen9290]

So good I named my child after it :) true story

[@Michael-Elo]

As long as you are a very strong documentarist. Or dont mind swinging a ton of bricks around while catching the moment over many days.

[@andrewlutes2048]

Having to buy licenses to unlock features a product already has seems pretty scammy.

[@1nathank1]

want to trade amira for mini is it possible?

[@ProEditingLooks]

Nice ❤️

[@ruff1draft]

Is the Arri Amira a full frame sensor or a Super 35mm Sensor

[@CVPTV]

Super 35, Jake

[@ruff1draft]

@@CVPTV Ok thanks. Going to mimic this with the Sony A74 and Panasonic S1H and Panasonic S5 and Panasonic GH5S

[@SuperNova-Steve]

Amazing and arguably the best sensor but too heavy and power hungry imho. A new smaller Amira is long over due I reckon.

[@stoisch]

0:08 that's what cops do

[@mitchforteclassic]

Still waiting on you guys to release your comparison of the Ursa vs other mid range cameras

[@tallcorbs]

The biggest drawback is that the Amira is STILL not streaming approved, which has always been a massive downer

[@michael-bell]

Is Arri intentionally limiting this camera from being able to shoot streaming-service ready images in order to sell more of the higher-tier models?

[@frankbregulla564]

Netflix stupidity, 3.2 k Arri looks way better than 6k red

[@JeanSebastienLEGER]

if Netflix comes to you to make a movie, serie or documentary, I think you'll get the budget to rent whatever you need 😅And it doesn't matter the camera that you used to shoot your movie/serie/doc (even an iPhone), you are good to go if they like it. The only difference is that they need a Netflix camera if they produce it.

[@trentwatts3779]

I say this as an Arri Alexa Mini owner, which has the same EVF/LCD screen...But it's a terrible screen for operating from. The colors are just bad, there's a green tint to everything. I always rig up a separate 7" monitor, but then I have basically 2 monitors awkwardly hanging off the camera, one just for going through menus.

[@frankbregulla564]

I put false colors on the EVF/LCD Screen + 7 inch as well, might replace that with a 5 inch

[@kunstspielklavier185]

With Alexa 35, Alexa Mini and Amira using the same Mount wouldn‘t it be interesting if somebody came up with some kind of Speedbooster Mount?🤔

[@oditionplus5383]

Getting the license makes it not the best camera ever made

[@donuts_are_good]

Lmaooooo you have to pay for a license to shoot at higher spec 😂😅😂😅

[@JeanMarcAbela]

Many times while listening I kept thinking that I prefer the features of my FX6.

[@frankbregulla564]

Got both , 10:09 Arri looks way better but fx6 autofocus etc. More like point and shoot

[@JeanMarcAbela]

@@frankbregulla564 I can only imagine it looks much better. Would love to film with Arri cameras. Maybe one day.

[@JeanSebastienLEGER]

@@JeanMarcAbela Rent one 😉 I also have a FX6 but sometimes I rent an Arri or Red (depends of the project). When you look at the files of an ARRI for the first time, you'll think that your FX6 is a toy (I'm so in love with the image quality, it's not even close). I was saving for the Burano, then I changed my mind and wanted the Raptor X, then the URSA Cine and finally tought "no, I will always miss the image quality from the Arri, just buy one!" Right now in 2024 it's not that "expensive" : +/- 13000€

[@JeanMarcAbela]

@@JeanSebastienLEGER I hear you. I've worked with Arri images once. Amazing. I agree. I think it's a question of budget, but also value. I actually bought the Komodo x since, and I see the difference as well. But once graded, if shot well, a lot can be done with 10 bit SLOG3. But of course I had the budget I would use ARRI a lot more.

[@timotheedebouville2241]

10:20 I doubt 48Hz audio will get us very far, sadly 😅

[@petero1068]

You do have to ask yourself, why did not ARRI make an upgraded version of this camera. total missed opportunity.

[@chrisklugh]

I can think of many other cameras that are better. This is just an option for those looking and considering it.

[@peakfilm3465]

Because you have a used one for sale?😅

[@OlegUstimenko]

that is indeed why they make these videos

[@CVPTV]

Showing people what used stock we have is a part of it and it makes these little history style vids possible. But I’d like to hope the reputation we’ve built around being honest with our viewers and customers doesn’t make these videos come across as sales focused. They are aimed at being interesting pieces of content first. Jake

[@philldixon8001]

@@CVPTV absolutely

[@seraphimsanctuary]

They desperately need to come out with a new version. With the veritable/auto ND and auto focus of the Sony fx9 makes this camera obsolete.

[@kurtnelle]

So it costs as much s 5 kidneys? I only have 2. Too rich for my bone marrow; but hey I solo shooter can dream. 11 pounds ain't too bad to carry around though.

[@JeanSebastienLEGER]

in 2024 you can find a second hand "premium license" at +/- 13 000€. So no it' not that expensive for a Camera that cost 50 000$ when it came out.

[@martinkunert5069]

Camera is not Netflixed approved, unfortunately.

[@frankbregulla564]

No one cares

[@martinkunert5069]

​@@frankbregulla564 100% of filmmakers shooting projects aimed at Netflix distribution, care. Obviously that excludes you.

[@frankbregulla564]

this useless rule is just for netflix own productions, not what they buy external, so probably less than 5%, check oscar winners, big documentarys and blockbusters on netflix, 90% shot on arri alexa, mini, amira. please continue shooting on fx3, it´s netflix certified, good luck

[@JeanSebastienLEGER]

@@martinkunert5069 if Netflix come to you and produce your movie/serie/doc, you'll have the budget to rent anything you want 😅 And btw you can still make a movie/serie/doc with any cameras out there (even an iPhone) and still get the opportunity to get on Netflix if they like your project...the only difference is that they won't produce it..

[@JeanSebastienLEGER]

@@frankbregulla564 Right, I'm tired of those wannabe Netflix filmmakers that cry all the time about Netflix approved cameras. Like everyone is the new Christopher Nolan here 🤣(and the meantime, they still shoot with their little mirrorless and name every video they post on KZbin "Cinematic 4k")

[@codyspurger9252]

😂 քʀօʍօֆʍ

[@shukra333]

Nice but canon C 200 is actual ever green cinema camera produced in the market than arri amira...

[@UCG7]

lol

[@poochbaloo5995]

I have never owned a camera or any dslr or any type of camera except ofcourse a smartphone which I use to take all my photos, i just googled the price of this camera and i want someone to explain is why will any person should spend this shit load of money when the person watching the movie can't tell a difference between a camera like canon r5 which my friend has he shoots marriage and products and this camera? I will even argue that what my friend shows me looks better than the shots of arri shown in this video, but may be its because of the youtube compression. Can someone explain? because I don't think cameras should be this expensive .

[@nathanael_marguereta_dop]

Let's say you wanna build a building, you're not gonna use the same tool as if you builded a shed in your backyard. How much is a backhoe new ? See where i'm going, it's a tool and when you spent 50k/100k a day on a film production, having a camera that wont fail is crucial no matter the day rate it is. Yeah an R5 is insane but it's not the same market.

[@espogliare]

I always preferred the F55 vs the Amira… I hate the “license” model, and for me the look is so dated, I was never a fan of the “Alexa look” 🤷🏽

[@mewcomm]

These airy and other elite camera greatest in the world developments are boring. Few film goers care. They can’t discern the difference between the last greatest camera and this greatest camera. It’s all part of the hype machine. It’s about the story. The image is mostly secondary.

[@TyRogers]

Absolutely not the best doc camera. Way too heavy. RED Gemini is the ultimate doc camera. 3200 ISO is a must for doc work. Super lightweight. Not even comparable.

[@frankbregulla564]

Gemini looks crap compared to mini or amira

[@TyRogers]

@@frankbregulla564 you're drunk. i own both. they both look amazing.

[@frankfeng2701]

The title should read "Best [Cinema] Camera Ever Made". The best camera needs to at least be able to take stills and have reliable AF in both stills and video.

[@_o__o_]

nah fam