ARRI Updates ALEXA 35 Live for Eurovision 2026 Production Debut
ARRI has released software updates for its ALEXA 35 Live camera (SUP 6.0) and Live Production System LPS-1 (SUP 1.3). The updates introduce multi-matrix color correction, remote adjustment of exposure index settings, and the ability to switch between EI (ASA/ISO) and gain (dB) displays. The new features are set to be used at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.
Key Takeaways
- Multi-matrix color correction is now available on the ALEXA 35 Live, allowing adjustment of individual hues without impacting other colors.
- Exposure index (EI) settings can now be adjusted remotely from a Remote Control Panel, not just on the camera body.
- Users can now switch camera and RCP displays between EI values (ASA/ISO) and gain values (dB) to match broadcast environment conventions.
- The updates (ALEXA 35 SUP 6.0 & LPS-1 SUP 1.3) are ARRI's first product news since its acquisition by the Riedel Group.
Why It Matters
This first post-acquisition update signals operational continuity at ARRI under Riedel Group's ownership. For live productions, multi-matrix color correction provides more precise camera matching, a persistent challenge in multi-camera events. The feature allows operators to adjust individual hues without affecting the overall color balance, directly addressing the demands of high-stakes broadcasts. This is underlined by the planned deployment at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest. The key data point to watch will be feedback from the Eurovision production team on the real-world workflow efficiencies gained from these new color and exposure controls.
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