Ten years using RED cameras || The good, the bad, and the ugly

Are RED cameras worth the investment in 2025? Do they help you stand out as a Cinematographer, win clients, or impress Directors? After 10 years of using RED cameras, I’m sharing my honest experiences as a RED owner-operator and freelance Filmmaker/Cinematographer. From the highs of working with cinema cameras offering unmatched high-resolution RAW imagery and versatile frame rate options, to the harsh reality of their depreciation and RED's infamous "Obsolescence Obsolete" marketing slogan not exactly panning out as promised. 🎥My Current RED Setup: RED Komodo RED Dragon-X (Lowlight OLPF + Minimag SSD Upgrade) Whether you’re considering investing in a RED camera or just curious about what it’s like to use them for a decade, this video is packed with insights for filmmakers, cinematographers, and gear enthusiasts alike. Hit me up in the comments if you have any questions! www.calebgrahamfilms.com Instagram @calebgrahamfilms Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 1:05 - My Camera Journey 4:00 - Sony FS7 5:32 - My first Red Purchase 7:40 - Upgrading from Epic to Dragon 8:09 - Release of the Komodo 9:30 - Comparing the Komodo to the Dragon 11:08 - Doco excerpt shot on Dragon 11:25 - Thoughts on Red as a company 13:18 - r3d codec 14:02 - Final thoughts