Arriflex 235
The Arriflex 235 is a lightweight 35mm MOS movie camera released in 2003 by ARRI.
Function
The number reflects its position as a successor camera to the Arri III and the fact that it is designed for 35 mm film.
In contrast to the Arriflex 35 IIC, it has an adjustable reflex shutter from 11.2° to 180°. This shutter can be adjusted manually with a tool through the open mount (the in the same year released Arriflex 435 Xtreme adjusts the shutter electronically). The camera uses a 54 mm PL mount. In contrast to the Arriflex 435 it uses a single registration pin. The ground glass is identically to the 435.[1]
The motor power ranges from 20-35V and is usually powered by an on board battery on the AC side of the camera. The Arri 235 has an SDI video output and several power outputs for camera accessories, such as RCU, WRC, ICU or ESU.
The camera can shoot between 1-60 fps. The motor also has a reverse mode which runs on 25fps.
The camera body with finder weighs 7.7 lbs (3,5 kg), which makes it one of the most lightweight 35mm movie cameras.[2] Therefore, it is commonly used for handheld or steadycam shots.
There are two types of magazines, a shoulder (as seen in the picture) and a more compact steadycam magazine. Both are available for 200' or 400' rolls.