Atomos Ninja RAW 5in HDMI Monitor-Recorder

About: Atomos Ninja RAW 5in HDMI Monitor-Recorder

Introducing Ninja RAW, a 5-inch HDR monitor-recorder designed to give filmmakers, content creators, and broadcasters an uncompromising and affordable tool for high-quality acquisition and precise on-set monitoring.

• Bright, 1500-nit HDR touchscreen – see your images in true detail
• Record in Apple ProRes or ProRes RAW over HDMI direct from the camera sensor to CFexpress Type B media or USB-C storage
• Monitoring tools include EL Zone™ false color, focus peaking, waveform & more
• Camera control – manage start/stop, ISO, shutter, aperture, white balance
• Bypass in-camera compression & limitations on resolution and bit-depth
• Supports ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, ProRes LT, 422 & 422 HQ
• Compatible with all leading NLEs: DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, Apple Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer & more!
• Locking cable adaptors included (HDMI & USB-C)
• Lightweight & mobile – runs on NP-F batteries, USB-C power banks, or DC adaptor
• Install firmware updates directly to the device via the internet

Camera control

Using intuitive, on-screen sliders you can adjust white balance, lens aperture, shutter speed/angle and ISO. A red edge display indicates when the camera is recording internally, whether triggered by the camera or from the Ninja RAW, TX GO or TX. Control is available for most Canon, Fujifilm, Nikon, Panasonic, and Sony mirrorless cameras over USB‑C, and all Z CAM E2 series models (LANC cable required, purchased separately).

Touch to focus

Tap the Ninja RAW, TX GO or TX touchscreen to have the camera automatically focus on your point of interest. Touch to focus takes advantage of camera focus modes such as focus tracking for effortless control and sharp images. Available on compatible cameras only.

50% brighter 1500 nit screen

The Ninja RAW, TX GO and TX screen is 50% brighter than its predecessors, and is packed with pro monitoring features like EL Zone™ false color, focus peaking, waveform, RGB parade, vectorscope and more! All Ninja models feature the Atomos OS combined with the 5-inch touchscreen interface to give you far more control of your shot, displaying much more detail than your camera’s built‑in display.

Record to CFexpress and more!

Atomos invented the concept of a monitor that also records to high capacity, inexpensive removable media. Previous Ninjas used removable SSD Drives*, but now with Ninja RAW, TX GO and TX you can choose to record on either CFexpress* or an external SSD drive* with high-speed USB-C connection. So now you have even more recording media options!

• *Storage media purchased separately. Minimum performance / certification requirements apply

The versatile monitoring and recording solution

• Pro productions: Many professional filmmakers rely on their Ninja to give them pristine RAW video direct from the camera sensor. Unlike many cameras, Ninja can record for hours, not minutes. And all Ninjas come with an array of professional monitoring tools that help you really nail the perfect shot.
• Content creators: Ninja is lightweight and portable, perfect for content creators on the go. Its extensive monitoring tools include many different industry-standard frame guides that make it easy to compose your footage for different social channels, without having to reset and re‑frame.

Max out your workflow options

Ninja set the benchmark for 5-inch, HDMI monitor-recorders. Ninja RAW, Ninja TX GO and Ninja TX raise the bar.

• CFexpress: Next generation Ninjas take performance to the next level with support for high-speed CFexpress Type B cards (sold separately). This cutting-edge media format gives you faster read/write speeds, higher resolutions, and more reliable recording – ideal for demanding ProRes RAW workflows.
• USB-C: Ninja RAW, TX GO and TX have three USB‑C ports, one of which is used to power the device. The other USB‑C ports enable the direct attachment of external storage media or network adaptors. It’s a future-ready addition designed to keep pace with content creation needs.

Tally light

Adding a tally light to Ninja RAW, TX GO and TX is a simple but powerful update that is especially useful in live production setups. A tally light provides a clear visual indicator of when the camera is recording or broadcasting. When the Ninja is recording, the light automatically turns red (live/on-air). If the tally light is green it indicates to the talent that the camera/monitor-recorder is on preview or standby.

Unique cable locking system

Atomos has developed a unique and rugged locking ecosystem to maintain a secure grip on connected HDMI and USB-C cables. Ninja RAW, TX GO and TX come with special brackets to facilitate this, and a USB-C locking cable. With Atomos locking cables you get the most robust cable system available today.

Flexible power options

• USB-C PD: Ninja RAW, TX GO and TX support USB-C Power Delivery (PD), which allows the device to be powered directly from a compatible USB-C source, including power banks, and wall adapters.
• NP-F battery: NP-F batteries are ideal for field use—powering your monitor-recorder through extended shoots without the need for frequent swaps or complex power setups. (Purchased separately)
• Battery eliminator: Compatible with all Atomos monitors that accept an NP-F Sony L-Series type battery. Requires the separately available Atomos Locking AC Power Adapter to provide power. (Purchased separately)

Unmatched codec & frame rate flexibility

• Resolution and frame rates: The Ninja series supports a wide range of resolutions and frame rates, depending on the output of your camera: up to 120fps at HD resolution, up to 60fps at 4K UHD/DCI and up to 30fps at 8K UHD/DCI resolution. Shooting in higher frame rates is typically used for slow motion playback or fast action scenes.
• Choice of codecs: All Ninjas come with ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, ProRes LT, 422 & 422 HQ, and H.265 pre‑activated, so you can start shooting immediately. Both Ninja TX GO and Ninja TX also include Avid DNx and NDI 6 / HX3, neither of which is available on Ninja RAW. NDI is a separate online purchase for Ninja and Ninja Ultra.
• LOG formats: All Ninja monitor-recorders support a wide variety of LOG profiles from the most popular camera manufacturers, including Sony, Canon, Panasonic, Nikon, Fujifilm, ARRI, and RED. Being able to work with LOG profiles allows for greater dynamic range and more flexibility in color grading during post‑production.

Professional monitoring tools

The Ninja range offers a comprehensive suite of simple, one-touch monitoring tools for focus, framing, and exposure, including focus peaking, zoom (2:1, 1:1), zebras, false color (including ARRI and EL Zone™), frame guides, SMPTE safe areas, grid markers, waveforms, an RGB parade, vectorscope, and flexible 3D/1D LUT support with profile and preset options (including .cube file uploads). Additionally, Ninja provides anamorphic de-squeeze monitoring to correct the ratio for anamorphic lens setups.

EL Zone

All Ninja monitor-recorders support EL Zone, a professional false color exposure tool that helps you see exactly how bright or dark different parts of your image are. Unlike traditional false color systems that use rough IRE ranges, EL Zone assigns specific colors to exact exposure values—based on stops of light, in the same way your camera sees exposure. It’s a precise and consistent way to expose your image correctly every time.

LUTS

A Ninja monitor-recorder receives LOG signals from the camera and offers real-time LUT (Look-Up Table) preview to approximate what the final graded image will look like in Rec.709 — all while recording in high-quality ProRes, DNxHR, or ProRes RAW. Custom LUTs (.cube files) can be loaded from the CFexpress card or SSD and used in conjunction with the Ninja’s built-in monitoring tools for precise exposure control.

See true colors with HDR precision

• Brightness: All Ninjas have a 5-inch, 10-bit HDR/SDR touchscreen display. Ninja and Ninja Ultra have 1000 nits of brightness, while Ninja RAW, TX GO and TX have 1500 nits of brightness. All Ninja screens are viewable in direct sunlight and sun hoods are available as a separate purchase for extreme conditions.
• High Dynamic Range: You can view 10+ stops of dynamic range from a LOG / PQ / HLG signal. Ninja’s unique HDR monitoring features help you simplify the complexities of shooting LOG and HDR, because it is possible to replicate post-production workflows when it matters most – while you are shooting.
• Calibrated: Calibration is the key to a trustworthy monitor. All Ninjas can be calibrated with Calibrite Display Pro HL / Plus HL probe using the Atomos Calibrator app, for ongoing accurate HDR and Rec.709 monitoring. Accurate monitoring ensures reliable results.

Powerful system management tools

Segment/split long recordings into smaller, user-defined chunks, all without dropping a frame. With SegmentPro you can fit your files into any workflow. It’s easier to share smaller files, and safer too: if you lose a big file, you’ve lost everything. Working with smaller files minimizes this risk.

What's in the Box

• Ninja RAW monitor-recorder
• USB-C locking cable adaptor
• HDMI locking cable adaptor
• USB-C locking cable (45cm)
• Quick Start Guide