Question 1

What sensor format does the ARRI ALEXA Plus use?

Accepted Answer

The ARRI ALEXA Plus uses a Super 35 sensor. Super 35 is the standard format for cinema production and closely matches the field of view of 35mm film, making it compatible with the enormous range of cinema lenses designed around that format.

Question 2

What lens mount does the ARRI ALEXA Plus have?

Accepted Answer

The ARRI ALEXA Plus has a PL (Positive Lock) mount. PL is the dominant lens mount in professional cinema, giving you access to a massive range of cine primes and zooms from manufacturers like Zeiss, Cooke, Leica, and ARRI itself.

Question 3

What storage media does the ARRI ALEXA Plus record to?

Accepted Answer

The ARRI ALEXA Plus records to SxS cards. SxS (S-by-S) is a Sony-developed flash memory card format commonly used in professional video and cinema cameras. We recommend having an SxS card reader or compatible laptop slot ready for your workflow.

Question 4

How heavy is the ARRI ALEXA Plus?

Accepted Answer

The ARRI ALEXA Plus body weighs 7,000 g (7 kg). That's typical for a cinema camera of this class — it's designed to be rigged out with a matte box, follow focus, and monitor rather than handheld bare. Plan your support system accordingly.

Question 5

Is the ARRI ALEXA Plus suitable for shoulder-mounted shooting?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the ARRI ALEXA Plus is well-suited to shoulder-mounted configurations. The 7 kg body weight combined with the PL mount means it's built for professional rig setups, and many operators pair it with third-party shoulder rigs, rods, and top handles designed for cinema cameras of this size and weight class.

Question 6

Can I use EF or PL lenses on the ARRI ALEXA Plus?

Accepted Answer

The ARRI ALEXA Plus has a native PL mount. To use Canon EF or other photo lenses, you would need a compatible PL-to-EF adapter. However, cinema productions typically use PL-mount lenses specifically designed for the camera's imaging circle and focal flange depth.

Question 7

Is buying a used ARRI ALEXA Plus worth it?

Accepted Answer

For professional filmmakers and rental houses, a second-hand ARRI ALEXA Plus represents strong value. ARRI cameras are built to a very high mechanical and optical standard and have long service lives on professional sets. Every used ARRI ALEXA Plus on Camera-tweedehands.nl is individually inspected and comes with a minimum 12 months warranty.

Question 8

What kind of productions is the ARRI ALEXA Plus used on?

Accepted Answer

The ARRI ALEXA Plus has been used on feature films, television dramas, commercials, and music videos. Its Super 35 sensor and PL mount make it a natural fit for any production that requires cinema-grade image quality and lens interchangeability.

Question 9

How does the ARRI ALEXA Plus differ from the standard ARRI ALEXA?

Accepted Answer

Both the ALEXA Plus and the base ALEXA share the same Super 35 sensor and PL mount. The 'Plus' designation indicates an expanded feature set over the standard model — consult ARRI's official documentation or your rental house for the specific capability differences relevant to your production, as the exact on-board feature list goes beyond what the core specs cover.

Question 10

What accessories do I need to start shooting with an ARRI ALEXA Plus?

Accepted Answer

At minimum, you'll need SxS cards, a PL-mount lens, a power source (typically a V-mount or Gold Mount battery system or mains power), and a monitor. Most productions also add a matte box, follow focus, and shoulder rig or tripod head rated for the camera's weight.

Question 11

Does a used ARRI ALEXA Plus come with warranty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — every used ARRI ALEXA Plus sold through Camera-tweedehands.nl comes with a minimum 12 months warranty. The exact warranty period is shown on the individual variant listing.

Mount	PL
Sensor format	Super 35
Weight (Grams)	7000
Year of release	2010
Storage Media Type	SxS

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About the ARRI ALEXA Plus

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