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Atomos Shinobi SDI 5" Full HD HDR Photo and Video Monitor
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Atomos Shinobi SDI is a lightweight HDR field monitor for the video professional who needs the flexibility of both HDMI and SDI camera connectivity, or the vlogger wanting to take their production to the next level. Connect 4K HDMI for HDR viewing or SDI for HD-SDI loop out. Run cables between Shinobi SDIs up to 100m (328ft) without degradation of image allowing directors, crew and clients to see what the camera operator is seeing in stunning detail. Shinobi SDI's high brightness 1000nit 5-inch monitor lets crew members preview and see images exactly as intended in any lighting condition, in SDR or HDR. Shinobi SDI is the ultimate monitoring tool in your video production arsenal that won't break the bank.
HDR monitoring made easy
Shinobi SDI is our first stand-alone compact SDI-capable HDR monitor for professionals where recording capability is not required. It is built to match your high-end cinema and production cameras and can run all day on a single battery. It features all our amazing screen-processing technology and creative simple-to-use monitoring-tools including the new multi-tool ‘Analysis', designed for perfect real-time image checking. Set your shots up accurately using advanced histograms, waveforms or video scopes; all while seeing what your camera sees.
Compatible in every situation
The Shinobi SDI supports up to 4KDCIp30 HDMI and HDp60 SDI in and out to connect to cameras, broadcast monitors, switchers & recorders. HDMI is perfect for DSLRs, mirrorless, video cameras, phones and tablets. SDI gives Shinobi SDI the advantage of connecting to any existing SD or HD infrastructure.
The 5" SDI monitor that packs a punch
With a stunning 5" 10-bit HDR or SDR display, the Shinobi SDI allows you to see your images clearly in daylight with the near edge-to-edge 1000nit anti-reflection screen. The sleek light-weight design is crafted for maximum efficiency and weighing in at just 226g/7.8oz, it is one of the lightest 4K SDI and HDMI monitors on the market, stealthily attaching to any SDI & HDMI camera setup.
The best of AtomOS
The Shinobi SDI utilizes our revolutionary AtomOS 10 platform, packed with an extensive suite of scopes and one touch simple operations. Shinobi SDI includes monitoring tools for focus, framing & exposure, including Focus Peaking, 4:1 / 2:1 / 1:1 Zoom, Zebra, False Color, Frame Guides, SMPTE Safe Area, Waveform, Histogram, RGB parade, Vectorscope, Anamorphic De-squeeze, new multi-view ‘Analysis' mode and more. Each feature customizable and interchangeable in size, best suiting the Shinobi SDI user.
'Analysis' mode -powerful and simple
At Atomos, we understand how crucial it is to always see what you're shooting. With the new ‘Analysis' mode, view a waveform, histogram, vectorscope while simultaneously shooting all at the same time; ensuring complete control of your image. Try switching between different waveform, histogram and vector scope options on the fly with a single touch; adjusting all scopes with a single touch – simple.
Real-time HDR in the field
The Shinobi SDI screen utilizes the AtomHDR processing engine to displaying a stunning 10+ stops of dynamic range in real-time from Log/PQ or HLG signals; wide color-gamut mapping ensures the perfect image color is always displayed. Combined with our unique HDR monitoring features, the Shinobi SDI simplifies complexities of shooting Log and HDR, helping replicate a post-production workflow the moment it matters most, while shooting. We look after the technology, so you can focus on the storytelling.
Instant LUT preview
Apply and compare your favorite looks for your camera or from your post-production team; achieving consistency in SDR or HDR across all shoots. The Shinobi SDI allows you to load internally up to eight custom LUTs, looks or profiles at any time via the SD Card Slot and instantly select between them, maintaining creative intent, always.
Calibrated true-to-eye colors
Accurate color-representation is key to trustworthy monitoring. Color calibrate your Shinobi SDI for ongoing accurate HDR and SDR (Rec.709) monitoring.* Color and brightness accuracy on monitors drifts over time. Calibration ensures accurate image representation at all times. Simply download the Mac/PC Atomos Calibration app. Purchase our USB to Serial cable to connect to the Shinobi SDI and gain peace of mind when in the field.
*X-Rite's i1 Display Pro calibrator
Longer battery life
Designed exclusively for monitoring purposes, the Shinobi requires very low power – either in standby or while monitoring. Lasting round-the-clock on a single battery, have certainty with uninterrupted endurance. Longer monitoring times are covered with the in-the-box free AC adaptor.
| Weight | |
|---|---|
| Without batteries | 226g / 7.8oz. |
| Dimensions (W x H x D mm) | 151 x 91.5 x 31.5mm |
| Construction | Polycarbonate ABS |
| Mounting points | 1/4"-20 screw mount. 1x top and 1x bottom |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Operating power | 4 - 7W |
| Compatible batteries | NP-F series and supporting accessories. AtomX or other. |
| Input voltage (battery) | 6.2V to 16.8V |
| Battery time (based on 7.4V) | Standby 2600mAh - 3hrs, 5200mAh - 6hrs, 7800mAh - 12hrs |
| Monitor 2600mAh - 1.5hrs, 5200mAh - 3hrs, 7800mAh - 6hrs | |
| DC In | via Battery Eliminator |
| Touchscreen | |
|---|---|
| Size | 5.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| PPI | 427 |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 native |
| Color Gamut | REC709 HDTV |
| Look up table (LUT) support | 3D LUT (.cube format) *Extended Support planned |
| Anamorphic de-squeeze | 2x, 1.5x, 1.33x |
| Technology | IPS panel (capacitive touch), calibration to Rec.709 with optional calibration unit |
| HDR | |
|---|---|
| AtomHDR | Yes |
| HDR Monitoring (Gamut) | Sony SLog / SLog2 / SLog3, Canon CLog / CLog2 / Clog3, Arri Log CEI160 / LogCEI200 / LogCEI250 / LogCEI320 / LogCEI400 / LogCEI500 / LogCEI640 / LogCEI800 / LogCEI1000 / LogCEI1280 / LogCEI1600, Panasonic Vlog, JVC JLog1, RED Log3G10 /RED LogFilm, FujiFilm F-log, PQ10k, HLG, Nikon N-Log |
| HDR Monitoring (Gamma) | Sony SGamut / SGamut3 / SGamut3.cine Canon Cinema / DCI P3 / DCI P3+ Panasonic V Gamut Arri Alexa Wide Gamut Rec709 / BT.2020 JVC RED WideGamut / RED DragonColor / DragonColor2 / RED Color2 / RED Color3 / RED Color4 |
| Bit Depth | 10-bit (8+2 FRC) |
| Brightness | 1000nit (+/- 10%) |
| Screen Mirror/Flip | Horizontal Flip (Selfie mode), Vertical Flip * Landscape/Portrait mode planned for future firmware release |
| Anti-reflective | Special AR coating and Anti-fingerprint technology |
| Video Input | |
|---|---|
| SDI | 1 x HD-SDI 1.3G/1.5G |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI (1.4) |
| Signal | Up to Uncompressed true 10-bit or 8-bit 422 (camera dependent) |
| Supported Formats (Video Input) | |
|---|---|
| 2k DCI 2048 x 1080 | 23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.97p |
| UHD 3840 x 2160 | 23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p |
| HD 1920 x 1080 | 23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.94p |
| HD 1280 x 720 | 50p, 59.94p |
| Audio In (48kHz) | |
|---|---|
| HDMI | 2ch 24-bit 48kHz |
| SDI | 8ch 24-bit 48kHz |
| Audio Out | |
|---|---|
| Headphone out | 3.5mm |
| SD Card Slot | |
|---|---|
| Full size SD Card slot | SD Card Slot allows LUTs to be loaded to the unit and is also used when updating AtomOS firmware |
| AtomOS | |
|---|---|
| Monitoring Features | Luma Waveform, RGB parade, RGB Overlay, Vectorscope, Vectorscope Zoom, Histogram, RGB Histogram, Anlaysis mode (Multiview scopes: Waveform, Histogram, Vectorscope), Focus Peaking, Zebra, False Color, Blue Only Exposure, Zoom (1:1, 2:1, 4:1), SMPTE Safe Areas, Cinema Guides, Anamorphic Desqueeze. |
| What's In The Box | |
|---|---|
| Included | Shinobi SDI unit, 12V-15W AC power supply, Quick Start guide |
| Optional Accessories | Power Kit: 2 x NP-F Batteries, 1 x charger, 1 x power supply AtomX 5" Cage for Shinobi SDI (by SmallRig) AtomX 5" Sunhood (compatible w. Shinobi SDI / Ninja V) AtomX 5" Screen Protector (compatible w. Shinobi SDI / Ninja V) AtomX 10" Arm & Quick Release Plate (by Lanparte) Other: Atomos HDMI cables Xrite i1 Display Pro Calibrator and USB to Serial cable AtomX 5" Accessory Kit |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
