A comprehensive review of the Kinefinity MAVO LF 6K (3:2) camera. “Large Format” is still the big thing as more cameras participate in the knockout process against the ARRI ALEXA LF and Mini LF. We have taken a close look at handling, ergonomics, functionality, tech specs and real-world practice experiences with it. How did the camera perform? Kinefinity MAVO LF operated by DoP Mark Zdunnek The Kinefinity MAVO and MAVO LF cinema cameras are built on the same image processing platform, use an advanced color processing architecture with the latest ColorScience and state-of-the-art CMOS image sensors. The MAVO is equipped with an S35 sensor, while the MAVO LF as a large format version is equipped with a 6K (3:2) sensor. Both cameras achieve very low noise and high dynamic range. My production company Altruist Films and I had the opportunity to shoot some productions with the Kinefinity MAVO LF and test it extensively. Production & Testing Environment We were able to test and evaluate the Kinefinity MAVO LF within multiple real-world environment shoots, ranging from music performances to image and product-related productions, over several weeks. We’ve been able to thereby test the camera in comparison or relationship to multiple cameras from Sony, Canon, Blackmagic Design and even action cameras. Essential Features & Large Format Sensor It was clear from the very first second I held the camera: with just less than 1kg (body only) it’s a real lightweight among the high-resolution cinema cameras, maybe similar to the Z Cam E2 (our...
Published By: CineD - Monday, 8 July, 2019