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Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K: Portable Digital Film Camera
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K: Portable Digital Film Camera
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Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K: Portable Digital Film Camera
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is a compact handheld digital film camera designed for independent filmmakers, videographers, and content creators. Featuring a Four Thirds image sensor and a Micro Four Thirds lens mount, it combines the flexibility of a lightweight portable body with the dynamic range and colour science of high-end cinema hardware.
Sensor Performance and Dynamic Range
The BMPCC 4K is built around a 4/3 HDR image sensor featuring a native resolution of 4096 x 2160. It provides 13 stops of dynamic range, allowing film producers to preserve deep shadow details and bright highlight data simultaneously in high-contrast shooting environments.
The sensor incorporates Dual Native ISO technology, operating at primary base thresholds of ISO 400 and ISO 3200. This dual-gain architecture significantly lowers image noise during low-light shoots, preserving clean colour tones up to an upper limit of ISO 25,600.
Blackmagic RAW and Media Recording
The camera records internally using Blackmagic RAW as well as 10-bit ProRes codecs. Blackmagic RAW combines the quality and editing flexibility of raw video files with smaller file sizes, utilizing intelligent GPU acceleration and embedded metadata to streamline post-production workflows in DaVinci Resolve.
Media recording options are versatile, offering three distinct capture paths: CFast 2.0 cards for high-bitrate RAW capture, SD UHS-II cards for standard 1080p or compressed 4K recording, and a USB-C Expansion Port allowing direct recording onto high-capacity external solid-state drives (SSDs).
Physical Design and Touchscreen Interface
Constructed from a lightweight carbon fibre polycarbonate composite, the camera body is durable and portable for handheld or gimbal operation. The rear of the chassis features a bright 5-inch full-HD LCD touchscreen, which serves as both the primary monitor and navigation panel for the Blackmagic OS menu system. Touch controls allow for quick adjustments to frame rates, shutter angle, iris, white balance, and false colour exposure tools.
The Micro Four Thirds active lens mount is compatible with a wide selection of native MFT lenses, as well as mechanical adapters for EF, PL, or F-mount cinema glass.
Technical Specification Overview
| Feature | Detail |
| Effective Sensor Size | 18.96 mm x 10.00 mm (Four Thirds) |
| Lens Mount | Active MFT Mount |
| Dynamic Range | 13 Stops |
| Dual Native ISO | ISO 400 and ISO 3200 (Max ISO 25,600) |
| Max Frame Rates | 4K DCI up to 60 fps, 2.8K Anamorphic up to 80 fps, 1080p HD Windowed up to 120 fps |
| Video Codecs | Blackmagic RAW (Constant Bitrate / Constant Quality), Apple ProRes 422 HQ / 422 / 422 LT / Proxy |
| Display | 5-inch Capacitive LCD Touchscreen (1920 x 1080) |
| Audio Inputs | 1 x Mini XLR (Switchable 48V Phantom Power), 1 x 3.5mm Stereo Line/Mic Input |
| Video Output | 1 x Full-Size HDMI Port (10-bit 1080p / 4K) |
| Data Connection | USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 1 (External Media Recording & Expansion) |
| Power Options | LP-E6 Battery, 12V DC Locking Connector |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 178.1 mm x 96 mm x 85.5 mm |
| Weight | 722 g |
See manufacturer website for specific product warranty information.
Lens not included.
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Warranty
For the best performance and to ensure your new product works perfectly with your existing setup, we strongly recommend having a professional audiovisual technician install and configure your equipment.
Professional installation provides several key benefits:
Optimal Performance: An experienced technician will properly calibrate and fine-tune your new component to achieve the highest possible audio and video quality. They can also ensure seamless integration with your current system.
Trouble-Free Setup: AV equipment can be complex. A professional will handle the setup efficiently and safely, preventing any potential damage to the product or your space.
Peace of Mind: Knowing your equipment is installed correctly gives you confidence that it will function reliably for years to come.
Understanding Product Warranties
Your product is covered by a manufacturer's warranty.
This means that any warranty claims, service requests, or repairs must be handled directly through the manufacturer.
To ensure your warranty remains valid, it is crucial that you follow the manufacturer's warranty guidelines and instructions.
These guidelines often specify requirements for installation, use, and maintenance. Failure to follow them could void your warranty.
You can find the specific warranty information and contact details for your product in the documentation on the manufacturer's website.
It is always a good idea to register your product with the manufacturer after purchase, as this can simplify the process if you ever need to make a warranty claim.
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