SmallHD has finally rolled out the official version of PageOS 5. It brings a new EL Zone exposure tool as well as tetrahedral LUT interpolation to all compatible monitors, while adding tailor-made features for Cine, OLED 4K, and Smart 7 series models. The update is now available as a free download. Back at NAB 2022, we took some time to learn more about SmallHD’s latest operating system for their on-camera and production monitors, called PageOS 5 (video here). This firmware update brings new interesting functionalities, UI enhancements, and a few bug fixes. The new OS is compatible with all SmallHD monitors already running PageOS (full compatibility list here), with the exception of the DSMC3 RED Touch display, the recently-released Action 5 (review here), and DP-series legacy monitors (DP1, DP6, DP4, AC7, and DP7-PRO). So let’s do a quick recap of some the key features! SmallHD OLED 27. Source: SmallHD SmallHD PageOS 5: common features for all devices One of the most interesting additions in PageOS 5 is the new EL Zone exposure tool, which was developed jointly with cinematographer Ed Lachman, ASC. Unlike traditional false color tools that rely on IRE values, the new EL Zone function takes sensor data as a reference point to display each stop above and below 18% gray via a colored overlay. However, the firmware release notes state that this function only works with Log signals. Moreover, it cannot be captured using the Image Capture function. EL Zone exposure tool. Source: SmallHD Another feature that...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 6 September, 2022