Specialized recording systems for the IMAX format with extreme resolution up to 12K for projection on screens up to 30m wide.
IMAX Camera
IMAX cameras are specialized recording systems for the IMAX format, originally film-based (65mm 15-perf), later digitized. Digital IMAX cameras produce footage with extreme resolution (8K-12K) for large-scale projection on screens up to 30m wide.
Technical Specifications
IMAX MSM 9802 (Film):
- Format: 65mm 15-perf horizontal
- Image area: 69.6 x 48.5 mm
- Resolution: Equivalent to approx. 18K
- Aspect ratio: 1.43:1
ARRI Alexa 65 IMAX (Digital):
- Sensor: 54.12 x 25.58 mm
- Resolution: 6560 x 3100 (6.5K)
- Aspect ratio: 2.11:1 to 1.90:1
IMAX Aspect Ratios
- 1.43:1: Full IMAX (only in true IMAX theaters)
- 1.90:1: IMAX Digital (standard in multiplexes)
- 2.39:1: Scope format for mixed formats
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