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KOMODO 6K

RED

KOMODO 6K

Compact Super 35 global-shutter cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, Canon RF mount, 16+ stops DR, and a built-in 2.9-inch touchscreen.

$5,995

Launch price

Released Oct 2020

vs

Sigma

fp L

World's smallest full-frame interchangeable camera with 61MP and L-mount.

$2,499

Launch price

Released Jul 2021

fp L is 9 months newer.

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Wins

1categories

KOMODO 6K

Video & Hybrid

Wins

5categories

fp L

LandscapePortrait

1 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

KOMODO 6K wins 1 categories·fp L wins 4 categories
  • Bfp L has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 800)
  • Bfp L has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 3,200)
  • AKOMODO 6K has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 15 fps)
  • Bfp L has higher Resolution (61 MP vs 19.9 MP)
  • Bfp L has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)

Key specs at a glance

KOMODO 6Kfp L
Resolution19.9 MP61 MP
Sensor27.03 × 14.26 mmFull Frame
ISO max3,20025,600
Burst120 fps15 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBISNo6-stop
Weight1000 g720 g
Battery640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

KOMODO 6K front view

KOMODO 6K

102 × 102 × 102 mm

1000 g (2.20 lb / 35.27 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

fp L

138 × 98 × 88 mm

720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)

KOMODO 6K is 36mm narrower than fp L but it is also 4mm taller and 14mm thicker.

KOMODO 6K is 280 g heavier than fp L.

Depth (front-to-back): 102mm KOMODO 6K · 88mm fp L

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

KOMODO 6K back view

KOMODO 6K

102 × 102 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

fp L

138 × 98 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

KOMODO 6K top view

KOMODO 6K

102 × 102 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

fp L

138 × 88 mm

Sensor size, to scale

KOMODO 6K

27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C

385 mm² area

fp L

36 × 24 mm · Full Frame

864 mm² area

2.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseKOMODO 6Kfp L
Portrait
1.0Limited
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Sports & Action
3.5Limited
6.5Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
7.0Good✓ wins
6.0Good
Landscape
0.0Limited
9.0Excellent✓ wins
Travel
1.0Limited
6.5Good✓ wins
Wildlife
2.5Limited
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Vlogging
3.0Limited
5.5Fair✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

KOMODO 6K

  • Codecs

    Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 102, 102, 102

  • Card types

    Adds CFast 2.0

  • Burst (electronic)

    120 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better

  • Internal RAW video

    Only KOMODO 6K supports it

Reasons to choose

fp L

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human, Animal, Bird…

  • Codecs

    Adds H.265, H.264

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 138, 98, 88

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-II

  • ISO min (native)

    100 vs 800 — lower is better

  • ISO max (native)

    25,600 vs 3,200 — higher is better

  • Resolution

    61 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better

  • AA filter

    Only fp L supports it

Both cameras share

  • 4K max frame rateBoth 60 fps
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi
  • Microphone jack (3.5mm)Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

KOMODO 6K

Pros

  • Global shutter Super 35 6K sensor
  • 16+ stops dynamic range
  • REDCODE RAW up to 120fps in 2K
  • Compact 952g aluminum body
  • 12G-SDI + integrated touchscreen

Cons

  • Single CFast 2.0 slot
  • RF mount needs adapters for PL/EF
  • Small integrated monitor
  • No in-body ND filters

fp L

Pros

  • Tiny full-frame
  • 61MP
  • L-mount
  • Unique industrial design

Cons

  • No IBIS
  • Small battery
  • Minimal ergonomics

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

KOMODO 6K
fp L
Resolution
19.9 MP
61 MP3.1× more
Sensor type
Super 35 Global Shutter CMOS
Full Frame CMOS
Sensor size
27.03 × 14.26 mm
36.0 × 24.0 mm
AA filter
No
Yes
KOMODO 6K
fp L
Processor
RED IPP2
Image processor
KOMODO 6K
fp L
ISO min (native)
800
100−700 less
ISO max (native)
3,200
25,600+3 stops
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
KOMODO 6K
fp L
Shutter type
Global shutter
Mechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for landscape, KOMODO 6K or fp L?

fp L scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for KOMODO 6K — 61MP — massive detail for large prints.

What's the resolution difference between the KOMODO 6K and fp L?

KOMODO 6K is 19.9 MP and fp L is 61 MP, so the fp L captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the KOMODO 6K and fp L have in-body image stabilization?

KOMODO 6K does not have IBIS, while fp L has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the KOMODO 6K or the fp L?

KOMODO 6K reaches 120 fps electronic. fp L reaches 15 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the KOMODO 6K and fp L?

KOMODO 6K weighs 1000 g and fp L weighs 720 g, so the fp L is 280 g lighter.

Do the KOMODO 6K and fp L record 4K video?

KOMODO 6K: 6K 17:9 (6144 × 3240) (max), 4K up to 60p. fp L: 4K up to 60p.

Are the KOMODO 6K and fp L weather sealed?

KOMODO 6K: No. fp L: Yes.

How much does each cost?

KOMODO 6K launched at $5,995 and fp L at $2,499. The fp L is $3,496 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.

Product images courtesy of RED and Sigma press materials.