Convert ProRes RAW for Resolve, and a new Godox Fresnel in this week's news roundup

Users can now send ProRes RAW files to Resolve in CinemaDNG format, whilst Godox has released a new LED fresnel light.

RAW Convertor transcodes ProRes RAW to CinemaDNG 

DaVinci Resolve editors, rejoice! There's a new app for macOS 12 users called RAW Convertor which will convert ProRes RAW files to CinemaDNG, preserving important metadata. Let's take a look.

If you're using DaVinci Resolve for your post-production needs, you likely already know that the NLE doesn't support the ubiquitous ProRes RAW. Many editors prefer to convert those files to simple ProRes 4444 or 422, but end up losing some data that's important to cutting, including not being able to adjust tint and white balance.

That's where RAW Convertor from programmer and filmmaker Nikolaj Pogněrebko comes in: You'll be able to open the app in macOS 12, import your ProRes RAW files, and batch convert them to CinemaDNG (cDNG) in an uncompressed 16-bit format or lossy compression of varying levels of compression. From there, you'll be able to open and edit the footage in DaVinci Resolve, without losing any of that important metadata.

Nikolaj says more cameras are being added regularly, so make sure you keep the app updated. For now, the cameras supported include. 

• Sony ILCE-7SM3 (Sony A7S III)
• Sony ILME-FX3 (Sony FX3)
• Sony ILCE-1 (Sony A1)
• Nikon Z6
• Nikon Z7

The pricing is $75 USD per camera via in-app purchases.

File sizes will vary, of course, but here's an example: If the original ProRes RAW file is 4.96 GB, a cDNG 3:1 file will be 6 GB, while 5:1 and 7:1 will be 2.43 GB and 1.53 GB, respectively. cDNG uncompressed will result in a monstrous 24.18 GB file! CinemaDNG doesn't use a Mac's GPU within Resolve, so editing with it might not give the same performance as other codecs.

RAW Convertor is only available for macOS 12 Monterey, and there are no plans for a Windows or Linux version. Learn more and download from the Mac App Store.

RAW Converter.

GODOX unveils knowled M600D daylight LED light and FLS10 fresnel lens 

The new GODOX Knowled M600D is a high output daylight LED light, which will be known as a real workhorse for content creators. The company promises excellent brightness with illuminance up to 15,700 lux at 3 meters.

Other features found in the Knowled M600D include:

• Lightweight and small design, making it easy to transport or move between setups.
• GODOX FLS10 Fresnel lens (10 inches) to maximize light output with a range of 10° to 35°. This will increase the output to 46,400 lux at 3 meters when paired with the Knowled M600D.
• Power supply/controller box with display and DMX in and DMX out.
• Control clamp.
• Standard relfector.
• App to control the light.

The GODOX Knowled M600D light will be ready to purchase soon at an MSRP of $1499 USD, while the GODOX FLS10 will cost $199 USD and Barndoors for $99 USD. Learn more at their site.

SmallHD's Camera Control adds support for RED V-RAPTOR

A new software update for SmallHD's Camera Control for RED RCP2 now includes support for the V-RAPTOR. The software already supports the RED KOMODO.

The software is part of a kit from SmallHD, but you can also get it by purchasing their INDIE 7 Touchscreen On-Camera Monitor, or you can buy it for $400 USD. If it's already been purchased, the update is free. Learn more at SmallHD's site, where you'll find the accompanying kits.