ARRI Hi-5 SX (Basic Set)

The ARRI Hi‑5 SX is a single axis hand unit, joining the three-axis Hi‑5 at the forefront of wireless camera and lens control technology. Ready to perform a variety of single-axis tasks on set, the Hi‑5 SX can also be easily upgraded to higher functionality via optional software licenses. Weather-proof and exceptionally hard-wearing, it brings ARRI dependability to the control of almost any lens on any camera, at an attractive price point.

The most complete single-axis hand unit

The Hi-5 SX is the perfect entry point into the ARRI ECS ecosystem, with support for basic lens data and ARRI camera control included as standard. Hi-5 5X users can upgrade at any time to the full feature set of the flagship, multi-axis Hi-5.

One axis, full status

Whether you choose to operate using the knob, slider, or force-pad, the Hi-5 5X gives you precise control of a focus, iris, or zoom motor while still displaying all necessary camera and lens status information.

Next-level metadata

Camera, lens, and distance-measurement metadata is shared automatically between hand units, and a redesigned single-axis interface gives a clear view of the controlled axis. Hi-5 users and Hi-5 SX All-Axis License holders can toggle between the Hi-5 and Hi-5 5X interfaces.

Network ready

Completing the next-gen Hi-5 ecosystem, Hi-5 SX is the most fully featured single-axis hand unit on the market. Perfect for DITs looking for long-range iris control, it supports all existing ARRI ECS radio modules, camera user buttons, and Custom Smart Rings for iris.

Extended control possibilities

The Hi-5 SX supports the existing Focusbug, Cinefade, RED Camera Control, and Sony Camera Control licenses already offered to Hi-5 users. It is also compatible with all of the same LBUS devices as the Hi-5.
 

Built tough for any location

Sharing the same set-proven hardware as the existing Hi-5 hand unit, the Hi-5 SX is weather-proof, dust-proof, and built tough. Each battery supports a 12+ hour run time and can be hot-swapped without losing wireless connection.

Upgrade to full Hi-5

The Hi‑5 SX can be remotely upgraded to the feature set of the Hi‑5 in two easy steps. Each license is available individually, and together they offer the full functionality of the Hi‑5. Users can swap the blue SX force-pad cover for the included black cover to indicate a Hi‑5 upgrade, or simply because they prefer it.

Custom Smart Rings

Customize the feel of your focus or iris pulls with ARRI Custom Smart Rings. Any spread of focus or iris marks can be programmed to any blank Smart Ring and will be automatically recognized on all Hi‑5 and Hi‑5 SX hand units. The ring file can be exported as a vector file to a USB for graphical personalization and printing, allowing full customization to suit your camera, production, or style. 

Hi-5 ecosystem

ARRI's system approach to camera technology development has resulted in a wide range of highly integrated products. The Hi‑5 SX sits within the Hi‑5 ecosystem, with both hand units, as well as the ZMU‑4 wireless zoom controller, compatible with all existing motor controllers, LBUS controllers, and cameras.

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