ALEXA 265 is ARRI’s new-generation 65 mm camera, combining a small, lightweight form factor with a revised sensor that delivers higher image quality. Available to rental houses and productions via B2B or B2C rental, ALEXA 265 incorporates an efficient workflow, unique filter system, and versatile accessories.
ARRI’s commitment to 65 mm began in 1989 with the ARRIFLEX 765, which is still used today.
In 2014 the ALEXA 65 arrived, featuring a digital sensor the same size and shape as a 5-perf 65 mm film frame, and now the compact ALEXA 265 finally makes 65 mm as easy to use as any other format.
With the exception of one new side bracket, ALEXA 265 is fully compatible with the
ALEXA 35 accessory and support set, opening endless rigging and operating possibilities.
Unique filter cartridge system
Special filter trays in protective cartridges slide in front of the ALEXA 265 sensor via a hinged door. Single-stop ARRI FSND filters from zero to ND2.7 are just the beginning; the system’s potential extends to diffusion, creative filters, and detuning optics. An encoded chip makes filter information available in the user interface and in camera metadata for tasks on set and in post.
Improved sensor
Retaining the 6.5K resolution and large pixel pitch loved by ALEXA 65 users, ALEXA 265 features a brand-new sensor revision that increases dynamic range to 15 stops and sensitivity to El 6400, enhancing the camera’s low-light performance.
New color science
ARRI REVEAL Color Science, used natively by ALEXA 265, helps the camera to capture more accurate colors, subtler tonal variations, and lifelike skin tones. All ALEXA 265 cameras are super color-matched, which simplifies color grading, and the advanced LED calibration streamlines virtual production.
Easy workflow
ALEXA 265 records ARRIRAW to Codex Compact Drives, using ARRI’s new-generation LogC4 workflow. Standard drive readers and docks can be used, while Codex HDE reduces file sizes by around 40% without diminishing image quality. Monitoring in UHD or HD can be set up in SDR, or HDR, or both.
Technical data
Model: ALEXA 265
Sensor: 65 mm format ARRI A3X Rev.B CMOS sensor with Bayer pattern color filter array
Sensor resolution : 6560 x 3100
54.12 x 25.58 mm / 2.130 x 1.007″
Ø 59.86 mm / 2.357″
Frame rates: 0.75 – 60 fps
Weight : ∼3.3 kg / 7.3 lbs (camera body with three antennas and LPL Mount (LBUS))
More details on the official Arri 265 page here.
