Lenses and Lens Mounts

This section lists the compatible lenses and lens mounts for the camera.

For more information on a specific lens or mount, refer to the original manufacturer’s instructions.

WARNING: When the camera is not in use, protect lenses and the camera sensor by attaching the lens caps and camera mount cap.

Figure: Camera with lens mount installed.

WARNING: Do Not Remove the Protective Sensor Seal. The sensor is protected by a cover seal. Unlike previous RED cameras, this seal is not removable.

V-RAPTOR XL ships with a shimmable titanium alloy V-RAPTOR XL PL Mount, which supports Cooke /i smart lens data and Zeiss eXtended data. When lens data is present, the camera displays it across the UI.

An optional V-RAPTOR XL EF mount is also available. With the EF lens mount, V-RAPTOR XL can control focus and iris of supported EF lenses, and provide power for zoom and image stabilization.

For more information, refer to the Lens menu.

Compatible Lenses

The latest RED-tested and approved lenses are listed on the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV section of RED Support.

Lens Weight and Lens Support

When mounting a heavy or long lens, ensure that the full weight of the lens is never directly on the camera or lens mount. Mount the lens to the support system first, and then carefully mount the lens to the camera.

RED recommends that you use lens support for lenses longer than the camera, or for lenses heavier than the camera.

Compatible Lens Mounts

V-RAPTOR XL is physically compatible with RED DSMC and DSMC2 lens mounts, although they will not provide any data, power, or other electronic communication to V-RAPTOR XL. While some third-party DSMC and DSMC2 lens mounts can physically mount to V-RAPTOR XL, this does not guarantee that they will provide power or communication.