Atomos
Atomos Ninja V 5in 4K HDMI Monitor-Recorder
$595Cheaper
Released 2018-09-01
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A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Atomos Ninja V 5in 4K HDMI Monitor-Recorder is cheaper at $595. Every spec and price links to its source.
Atomos
$595Cheaper
Released 2018-09-01
SmallHD
$1449
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Atomos Ninja V 5in 4K HDMI Monitor-Recorder is the cheaper at $595.
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| Spec | | SmallHD Indie 7 7in HDR Touchscreen Monitor |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $595 | $1449 Current price on smallhd.com |
| Brand | Atomos | SmallHD |
| Released | 2018-09-01 | — |
| Screen size (in) | 5.2 | 7 |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1200 |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 1000 |
| HDMI sdi io | 1x HDMI 2.0 in, 1x HDMI 2.0 out; no SDI | 2x 3G-SDI (1 in, 1 in/loop-out) + HDMI in; SDI out + HDMI 2.0 out |
| HDR lut support | HDR (HLG/PQ) monitoring, 3D LUT import | HDR and 3D LUT overlay support |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Battery mount | Sony NP-F style via optional battery bracket (not included stock) | Sony L-series dual battery bracket included; optional Gold Mount/V-Mount plates |
| Weight (g) | 340 | — |
Sources — Atomos Ninja V 5in 4K HDMI Monitor-Recorder: atomos.com.au (verified 2026-08-12). SmallHD Indie 7 7in HDR Touchscreen Monitor: smallhd.com (verified 2026-08-12).
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