Atomos is an Australian company that designs, develops and produces video monitor-recorders, recorders and video switchers for film and video content creators. Atomos products enable video professionals to record, monitor, and edit 4K HDR video footage in-the-field and in the studio.
- Atomos was founded in Sydney, Australia in 2010 by Jeromy Young, a video professional with a passion for creating better tools for video production.
- In 2011, Atomos launched its first product, the Ninja Field Recorder, which revolutionized the way content creators captured high-quality video footage.
- Since then, the company has continued to innovate and expand its product line, including additions such as the Shogun, Sumo, and Ninja V.
- Today, Atomos products are used by video professionals across the globe in a variety of industries, from film and TV production to corporate video and event videography.
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The Atomos Ninja V is a 4Kp60 10bit HDR monitor-recorder that offers 4K HDMI input/output, HDR support, and a 5-inch high-brightness display.
The Atomos Shogun 7 is a portable HDR monitor-recorder-switcher designed for video professionals who require ultimate recording quality and flexibility in any location.
The Atomos Sumo 19 is a production monitor-recorder designed for use both on-set and in the studio, offering 4Kp60 HDR support, 19-inch display, and live multicamera switching.
The Atomos Ninja V+ is a portable 5-inch monitor/recorder that records and plays back ProRes RAW, ProRes, CinemaDNG and Avid DNx footage, in addition to offering a 1000nit screen.
Atomos products are designed to provide professional video content creators with high-quality tools for recording, monitoring, and editing 4K HDR video footage.
Atomos products are used by a wide range of video professionals, including those in the film and TV industry, corporate video production, and event videography.
Some key features of Atomos products include 4K HDR support, recording and monitoring capabilities, live switching, and compatibility with popular editing software.
Atomos differentiates itself by providing high-quality video monitor-recorders that are designed specifically for video content creators, while other brands like Blackmagic Design and Convergent Design focus on broader ranges of video production equipment.
Atomos products are generally considered user-friendly and easy to use, featuring intuitive touchscreen interfaces and simple controls. However, they can have a steeper learning curve than some other entry-level video production equipment.