Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K captures up to 4096 x 2160 DCI 4K images at rates up to 75 frames per second in a variety of codecs including Blackmagic Raw at several bit rates and ProRes 422. With the 6.6 update, the BMPCC 4K now offers up to 80 frames per second in a 2.8K raw mode for 4:3 anamorphic and up to 75 frames per second in a 4K raw mode for 2.4:1 widescreen. There is a de-squeeze preview option of 2.33x for 4:3 recording, and there is also a zoom option of 1.33x. Slow motion can be captured in 2.6K raw for Super16 lenses, and in cropped Full HD. The 6.6 update is designed to make operating easier, with support for the Pocket Battery Grip and built-in horizon leveling. The 6.6 update also includes new features such as USB PTP control, customizable frame guides, up to 8x pinch-to-zoom capabilities, and the ability to embed custom LUTs in metadata in Blackmagic Raw.
Pocket Cinema Camera lenses can be fitted to the Micro Four Thirds lens mount. An adapter is available separately for use with other lenses, including PL, C, and EF. The camera features dual native ISOs up to 25,600 for low-light capture, and a 13 stop dynamic range for rich, HDR images.
Capture longer clips to an external drive by using the internal CFast 2.0 and SD/UHS-II card slots or the USB Type-C output. As well as reducing the need for an external, onboard monitor, the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K’s 5″ touchscreen LCD allows you to output a signal to a larger monitor. The menu and interface are the same as those on the URSA Mini camera. If you’re ready to commit, you can use 3D LUTs to monitor or bake your look.
A mini-XLR audio input provides phantom power for pro-style microphones, and a 3.5mm jack integrates a stereo microphone. The URSA Mini also has the same Blackmagic OS as the URSA Mini and Bluetooth remote control. This package includes a license key for DaVinci Resolve Studio for flexible post-production control. The Pocket Cinema Camera 4K’s carbon fiber composite chassis provides lightweight strength and durability, and it can be powered by the included Canon LP-E6 type battery or the supplied power supply.
Details & Price of the Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
- HDR sensor of 4/3″ size
- Record DCI 4K 4096 x 2160 at 60 frames per second
- Dual native ISO up to 25,600
- 5″ Touchscreen Display
4/3″ Image Sensor and Dual Native ISO
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K features a 4/3″ sensor, a dynamic range of 13 stops and a dual native ISO of up to 25,600 to capture stunning images up to DCI 4K.
Active Micro Four Thirds Lens Mount
Use lightweight, electronically-controlled MFT lenses or add PL, C, or EF-mount lenses by using separately available adapters.
Anamorphic Picture Capture
Anamorphic options at 2880 x 2160 (2.8K), with de-squeeze de-growth options of 2x and 1.33x in Blackmagic Raw 4:3.
Resolving shootings
Specifically, 4096 x 2160 (DCI 4K), 2.4:1 4096 x 1712 (4K), 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K), 2688 x 1512 (2.6K), 1920 x 1080 (HD).
Aspect Ratio Options
Create custom aspect ratios or select preset guidelines including 1:1 and 4:5.
Options for Blackmagic Raw and ProRes
Depending on your project’s needs, you can choose between Blackmagic Raw and ProRes 422.
5″ Touchscreen Display
Its large 5″ touchscreen display eliminates the need for an external on-board monitor, while a full-sized HDMI port allows you to output a signal to a larger display in your video village.
Capture with CFast 2.0, SD/UHS-II, and USB Type-C
Use the USB Type-C output to capture longer clips to an external drive or record to CFast 2.0 or SD/UHS-II cards.
Options for flexible power
A rechargeable Canon LP-E6 type battery, the separately available Pocket Battery Grip, or the included power supply can power the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K.
Resolve Studio, DaVinci Resolve
The camera comes with an activation key for DaVinci Resolve Studio.
