Imax Developing New Fleet Of Next Generation Cameras

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Imax has started development on a new fleet of Imax cameras in cooperation with Kodak, Panavision, and FotoKem.At least four new, state-of-the-art film cameras over the next two years will roll out and grow the Imax camera series by 50%, with the first becoming available to use by late 2023.Imax is teaming with leading filmmakers, including Jordan Peele and Christopher Nolan, and DPs to identify new specs and features for the prototype development phase.

The next release filmed with the current generation of Imax film cameras and KODAK 65mm film will be Peele’s Nope, opening on July 22 while Nolan’s Oppenheimer is currently shooting with Imax cameras.“As Imax grows as a global platform for entertainment and events, we want to offer more filmmakers, storytellers and artists the opportunity to create with our unrivalled end-to-end technology,” said Megan Colligan, President of Imax Entertainment. “From our connected global network to Imax Enhanced for the home, the Imax Experience provides a more expansive creative canvas than ever, and these new film cameras will enable a new generation of creators along with those who already love working with the cameras a better way to unlock the power of Imax.”“Imax film brings images to life,” said  Nolan. “From resolution and color to sharpness and overall quality, there is nothing compared to using IMAX film cameras today.

Filmmakers and movie fans worldwide should be thrilled at the prospect of new and improved Imax film cameras – I know I am.”“Imax is movie magic pushed to its limit,” said Peele. “When you see a film in an Imax theater, it feels like you are there.