Atomos Sumo 19” SE HDR Monitor / Recorder / Switcher
Where sharp meets smart: your on-set all-rounder
The Atomos Sumo 19” SE is more than just a monitor — it’s a multi-tool for modern video production. With its ultra-bright 19” QLED 1920 x 1080 touchscreen (1200 nits, to be precise), this beast is built for client viewing, on-set HDR monitoring, and multi-cam recording in fast-paced production environments. It lives on our DIT cart and comes with us on everything from case study shoots to branded video podcast productions.
The upgraded display now offers better contrast and colour detail, making it perfect for monitoring log and RAW footage on location — particularly in Melbourne’s famously unpredictable lighting conditions. You get true 10-bit HDR monitoring in real-time, whether you’re working in ProRes RAW or handling HLG/PQ outputs from camera.
With four 12G-SDI inputs and one HDMI 2.0 input, the Sumo 19” SE is also a live switcher — ideal when we’re capturing multi-cam interviews or client panels and want to streamline the edit. It’ll record up to five simultaneous feeds (four ISO + live program out), with sync-locked timecode support.
Oh, and did we mention it’s got dual XLR inputs with 48V phantom power for syncing clean audio straight in?
Why it earns its spot on our cart:
• Big, bright, brilliant — 1200 nit QLED screen that cuts through glare on outdoor shoots.
• HDR done right — 10+ stops of real-time dynamic range for precision exposure decisions.
• Multi-cam friendly — Switch and record up to 4 SDI inputs + 1 HDMI feed with timecode.
• Audio on point — Dual XLRs let us plug in external audio gear without fuss.
• Flexible formats — ProRes RAW and 10-bit 4:2:2 ProRes/DNxHR recording built-in.
• Studio or set — Whether it’s client village or control room, it fits right in.
How we use it:
For video production in Melbourne and across Australia, this monitor helps us streamline our workflows and give clients confidence on-set. It’s a go-to on interview days, podcast multicam setups, and fast-turnaround branded content. Whether you’re monitoring RAW out of a Canon C300 Mk III or directing from video village, the Sumo 19” SE is a reliable part of our Full Stack kit.
TL;DR:
The Atomos Sumo 19” SE is the monitor we bring when it’s important to get it right on the day. Live switching, ISO recording, and HDR monitoring in one smart unit. A serious asset for high-end video production in Melbourne and beyond.