Cinema Workflow: REDcode Storage
RED Cinema cameras record in a proprietary RAW format (R3D) with variable compression. The **REDcode Storage** calculator at **Online Tool Base** helps DITs and cinematographers estimate data rates. Shooting 8K at 12:1 compression uses significantly less space than 8K at 3:1.
Calculating this manually is risky. **onlinetoolbase.online** uses the official data rate formulas to tell you if your 512GB Mini-Mag will last through the 45-minute interview, or if you need to swap cards now.
Why Use This Tool?
Data management is the unsexy hero of filmmaking. Running out of space kills momentum. This tool helps producers budget for hard drives (HDD/SSD) for backups. "We are shooting 20 hours of footage at 6K 5:1" -> This tool tells you to buy 4TB of storage.
Key Features
- Compression Ratios: 2:1 (VFX) to 22:1 (Web).
- Res/FPS: Supports 4K, 5K, 6K, 8K, V-Raptor, Komodo.
- Data Rate: Shows MB/s write speed (critical for card compatibility).
How to Use
- Select Resolution and Frame Rate.
- Choose Compression Ratio (e.g., 8:1).
- See Recording Time per Gigabyte.
- See Total Drive Space needed per hour.
Technical & Privacy Note
Unofficial guide. The **REDcode Storage** tool from **Online Tool Base** provides estimates based on public whitepapers.