Atomos enables external 4:3 Open Gate RAW recording up to 48 fps with the Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55 camera

atoms updates its firmware for its Ninja TX GO and Ninja TX recorder-monitors, unlocking Open Gate 48P ProRes RAW recording with the cinema camera Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55 offering filmmakers greater creative freedom, flexibility and professional-grade image quality.

The combination of the Ninja TX series and Fujifilm's first large sensor camera will allow you to take full advantage of the format Open Gate with full sensor capture, preserving native dynamic range and color science of the camera to achieve authentic cinematic expression. The new firmware allows the Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55 record external RAW in 4:3 Open Gate, 4K and up to 48 fps via HDMI and up to 29.97 fps via SDI. Furthermore, the cRAW output support allows for wider use in various filming environments.

Peter Barber, CEO of Atomos, acknowledges that "we are proud to offer this powerful upgrade. The addition of Open Gate 48P RAW support to Fujifilm's flagship cinema camera further cements the Ninja TX series as the reference solution for digital cinema production, bridging the gap between cutting-edge camera technology and professional-grade monitoring and recording."

Atomos recently announced the Camera control for Ninja TX GO and Ninja TX, thanks to which you can Easily manage key camera functions from its large touch screen interface, including starting and stopping recording, as well as adjusting essential parameters such as ISO, shutter and white balance. The manufacturer plans to add camera control for the Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55 in a future firmware update.

Yujiro Igarashi, General Manager of Professional Imaging at Fujifilm's Imaging Solutions Division, comments: "We are delighted to see the GFX Eterna 55 combined with the Atomos Ninja TX series in a way that unleashes the full cinematic potential of the camera. Open Gate 48P RAW represents an exciting step forward for filmmakers who want to capture the full depth, detail and character of our large format sensor. This collaboration with Atomos continues our shared mission to offer creators more flexibility, more capability and more confidence on set.”

Both the GFX Eterna 55 and Ninja TX series cameras use CFexpress Type B supports, ensuring ultra-fast data transfer and sustained recording performance for demanding 48P RAW cinema productions. This shared media standard provides filmmakers with a streamlined, robust and reliable workflow, from capture to editing, without compromising speed, durability or capacity.