Warner Bros Leads Charge to 8K Revolution at NAB 2025
By HiFi Editorial24 February 2026
Key Highlights
Warner Bros leverages Lasergraphics Director scanner to digitize classics in resolutions up to 13.5K, preparing for potential 8K releases.
Studio collaborates with Samsung to showcase 8K trailers for key titles, signaling early momentum for 8K adoption.
Blackmagic Design's Pyxis camera introduces affordable 8K production with a 12K sensor, recording up to 112 fps at $5,500.
Warner Bros is making significant strides in the transition to 8K resolution, as unveiled at NAB 2025 in Las Vegas. The studio has successfully scanned approximately 20 films originally shot on film, including formats up to 70mm, using the Lasergraphics Director scanner. This high-capacity scanner supports resolutions up to 13.5K, positioning Warner Bros to potentially release these classics in 8K, thereby enhancing the viewing experience with unprecedented detail and clarity.
The move comes at a pivotal time when the adoption of 8K is still in its nascent stages. While Hollywood studios have predominantly focused on 4K, the efforts by Warner Bros signal a shift towards embracing higher resolutions. This transition requires not only advanced scanning technology but also a commitment to producing and distributing content that leverages the advantages of 8K. The studio's collaboration with Samsung to showcase 8K trailers for major titles like "Creed III," "Barbie," and "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" underscores the industry's gradual but determined push towards this superior format.
