MUTINY has recently unveiled the X/SIDE IO module that is specifically designed for RED KOMODO-X. This “smart” cheese plate attaches to the right side of the camera body, offering additional mounting points for accessories while also expanding the camera’s I/O capabilities. Pricing starts at $495.
RED’s latest camera – the KOMODO-X – has been out and about for over half a year now. We have already seen third-party manufacturers of the likes of Wooden Camera and Tilta come up with both mechanical and electronic parts for “X”.
But when it comes to accessories for RED cameras, MUTINY is definitely another player to keep your eyes on. So let’s take a look at their latest solution for RED KOMODO-X!
MUTINY X/SIDE IO for RED KOMODO-X – features
The MUTINY X/SIDE IO is a CNC-machined plate that attaches to the right side of the KOMODO-X via two M4 screws at the front and a bracing plate at the top rear side of the body. However, unlike Bright Tangerine’s popular Cheese Plate, for example, MUTINY’s offering is not a mere mechanical accessory.
Indeed, while still providing countless 1/4”-20 and 3/8”-16 mounting points for accessories as well as two M4 holes that make it compatible with the GDU Atlas side handles, the MUTINY X/SIDE IO for RED KOMODO-X also integrates an extensive set of I/O connectors, effectively merging a cheese plate, a breakout box, and a power distribution module. Honestly, this looks like a pretty well thought-out, low-profile design.
The plate receives power via a 2-pin LEMO input and has a short cable that plugs into the camera’s 9-pin EXT port. Once connected, the plate expands the camera’s I/O with a 4-pin CTRL, a Genlock BNC, a 5-pin Timecode in/out, and a 9-pin EXT passthrough connector at the back. Moreover, the plate features two front-facing power ports, namely a 3-pin Fisher R/S for trigger and power (11-17V) as well as a 2-pin power passthrough.
According to MUTINY, the plate does not interfere with the camera’s airflow. Moreover, while the accessory has a cut-out to grant access to the camera’s original recording button, an additional REC button is built directly into the plate along with a tally light.
Price and availability
The MUTINY X/SIDE plate for RED KOMODO-X is now available to pre-order from the manufacturer’s website. It is available in two anodize finishes – black or an extremely limited-edition red (10 units only). Pricing starts at $495 and shipping should begin around the second week of January.
For more information, please visit MUTINY’s website here.
Have you ever shot on the RED KOMODO-X? What do you think of this new accessory from MUTINY? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below!
