RED Production Packs Introduced for V-RAPTOR [X], V-RAPTOR, and KOMODO-X with Updated Components

June 4, 2024

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RED has just announced new accessory packs built around their KOMODO-X, V-RAPTOR, and V-RAPTOR [X] cinema camera systems. These include a few updated parts, such as a rigid-hinge mounting bracket for the DSMC3 RED Touch 7” LCD monitor, as well as a new top plate with a V-mount power adapter for V-RAPTOR.RED’s pre-bundled packs are a great solution for studios and rental houses looking for a “ready-to-shoot” camera package that includes a monitor, batteries, media, and other useful bits of gear to get you up to speed in no time.Accessory pack options for KOMODO-X, V-RAPTOR, and the flagship V-RAPTOR [X] and XL [X] are already available, but the company is now bringing a couple of improvements to some of the included accessories. Let’s take a look!RED Production Packs for cinema cameras – updatesTo start off, the DSMC3 RED Touch 7” camera control monitor included with some of the accessory bundles now comes with a sturdier, all-metal hinge mount. This component was introduced a few months ago as a replacement for the original design, which many users complained about. While the monitor’s capabilities stay the same, this small mechanical improvement can provide extra peace of mind, especially when shooting in hectic scenarios.DSMC3 RED Touch 7″ LCD monitor with rigid hinge. Image credit: REDMoreover, the newly launched V-RAPTOR [X] Production Pack includes the new Tactical Top Plate with Battery Adapter Plus. This accessory actually consists of two main parts – a top plate with power capabilities and a V-mount battery adapter – that communicate via a Pogo connection interface.RED V-RAPTOR Tactical Top Plate with Battery Adapter Plus. Image credit: REDThe top plate has 1/4”-20 and 3/8”-16 mounting points for accessories and integrates two 2-pin AUX power outputs. The battery adapter allows you to mount larger V-mount batteries on the back of your V-RAPTOR, has a 6-pin DC-IN port, a D-Tap connection, and an E-Fuse safety system.In the kitsFollowing is a list of all the accessories included in the new or updated accessory kits for RED V-RAPTOR XL [X], V-RAPTOR [X], V-RAPTOR, and KOMODO-X.Production Pack for RED V-RAPTOR XL [X]V-RAPTOR XL [X] 8K VV Camera System (V-Lock or Gold Mount)DSMC3 RED Touch 7″ LCD with Hood and new Rigid Hinge Mounting System2x RED PRO CFexpress 2TB CardsRED CFexpress Card Reader4x REDVOLT XL V-Mount or Gold Mount BatteriesRED Compact Dual V-Lock or Gold Mount ChargerV-RAPTOR XL Top Handle with ExtensionsV-RAPTOR XL Riser PlateV-RAPTOR XL Top & Bottom 15mm LWS Rod Support BracketsDSMC3 RED 5-Pin to Dual XLR Adapter18″ DSMC3 RMI CableRED V-RAPTOR XL [X] Production Pack. Image credit: REDProduction Pack for RED V-RAPTOR and V-RAPTOR [X] camerasV-RAPTOR [X] 8K VV, V-RAPTOR 8K VV, or V-RAPTOR 8K S35 Camera SystemDSMC3 RED Touch 7” LCD with new Rigid Hinge Mounting System2x RED PRO CFexpress 2TB CardsRED CFexpress Card Reader4x REDVOLT MICRO-V Batteries (V-Lock)RED Compact Dual V-Lock ChargerNew V-RAPTOR Tactical Top Plate with Battery Adapter Plus (V-Lock)V-RAPTOR Top Handle with ExtensionsV-RAPTOR Expander BladeV-RAPTOR Quick Release Platform PackDSMC3 RED 5-Pin to Dual XLR AdapterRED Production Grips (set of 2)V-RAPTOR Side RibsV-RAPTOR Production PlatesRED V-RAPTOR [X] Production Pack. Image credit: REDStarter Pack for RED V-RAPTOR and V-RAPTOR [X] camerasV-RAPTOR [X] 8K VV, V-RAPTOR 8K VV, or V-RAPTOR 8K S35 Camera SystemDSMC3 RED Touch 7” LCD with new Rigid Hinge Mounting System1x RED PRO CFexpress 2TB CardsRED CFexpress Card Reader2x REDVOLT MICRO-V Batteries (V-Lock)RED Compact Dual V-Lock Charger2x V-RAPTOR Wing GripsRED EXT-to-Timecode Cable 3’RED V-RAPTOR [X] Starter Pack. Image credit: REDProduction Pack for RED KOMODO-XKOMODO-X Camera SystemDSMC3 RED Touch 7″ LCD with new Rigid Hinge Mounting System2x RED PRO CFexpress 1TBRED CFexpress Card ReaderRED Pro V-Mount or Gold Mount I/O ModuleRED Compact R/S Top HandleDSMC3 RED 5-Pin to Dual XLR AdapterRED KOMODO-X Production Pack. Image credit: REDPrice and availabilityThe new (or updated) RED Production Packs for V-RAPTOR XL [X], V-RAPTOR [X], V-RAPTOR, and KOMODO-X are now available to pre-order from B&H. Pricing starts at $14,995 for the KOMODO-X Production Pack and goes up to $54,995 for the V-RAPTOR XL [X] kit.Finally, the updated RED DSMC3 Touch 7.0” LCD with Rigid-Hinge mount retails for $2,750, while the V-RAPTOR Tactical Top Plate with Battery Adapter Plus (V-mount) is priced at $1,798.For more information, please visit RED’s website.Have you ever experienced any issues with the original DSMC3 RED Touch 7” mounting system? Would you rather purchase a pre-bundled kit from RED or build out a custom camera rig using your own accessories? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below!