Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K (MFT)

$75.00

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Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K (MFT)

The Blackmagic Pocket Cam 4K is a predecessor to the BMPCC 6K and provides DCI 4K image capture in RAW and ProRes 422 to CFast 2.0, SD, and external USB-C drives. Key features include:

Micro 4/3, 18.95 × 10mm, CMOS sensor
13 stops of dynamic range
DCI 4K capture to RAW and ProRes
Records to CFast 2.0, SD UHS-II, & external USB-C drives

Updated M4/3 DCI 4K Sensor. Blackmagic has made some much needed improvements to the second iteration of the Pocket Cam, and it all starts with a larger, higher resolution sensor. It offers DCI 4K capture up to 60p in 12-bit Blackmagic RAW and a number of 10-bit ProRes 422 options. Frame rates can be extended to 120 fps when shooting in cropped 1080p. Looking for an updated version of this camera with 6K capture? Check out the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K.

Dual ISO Sensitivity. Low-light sensitivity is improved over the gen-one Pocket Cinema Cam by an increase in the sensor size, but also thanks to a new dual ISO feature. It allows users to modify the camera’s native ISO to reduce noise at higher sensitivities. The BMPCC 4K ISO range extends up to ISO 25,600.

Micro 4/3 Lens Compatibility. The camera has an active micro four-thirds lens mount for compatibility with a wide range of lenses from manufacturers like Panasonic & Olympus. Use existing adapters to enable the use of EF lenses, PL lenses, C-mount lenses, and more.

High Battery and Media Demands. To allow the capture of 4K/60 RAW files, the BMPCC 4K takes CFast 2.0 and SD UHS-II, and you’ll only get about 7 minutes per 256GB at that format. External USB-C drives can also be used for longer record times with a lower cost per gigabyte. Power is provided by common Canon LP-E6 or LP-E6n batteries but be warned, this camera will eat through a fully charged battery in approximately one hour. Please plan your power and memory needs accordingly.

Other Features. The camera has a big 5" touchscreen monitor on the back, but video can be monitored externally via the full size HDMI port. It provides high quality audio input and 48V phantom power to microphones via its mini XLR input. Use of professional microphones will require an XLR female to mini XLR adapter cable, which is not included with the rental.

Need an Adapter? Metabones has developed some EF adapters specifically for this camera. Check out the Metabones Canon EF to BMPCC4K Speed Booster T Ultra and the Metabones Canon EF to BMPCC4K Speed Booster T XL.

Need a Memory Card? You’ll need an ultra-fast memory card for a camera this powerful, and we recommend the Sony 128GB SF-G Tough Series UHS-II SDXC. This camera can take full advantage of its superior 299 MB/s max write speed and 300 MB/s max read speed for high-resolution, high-bitrate capture.

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The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K had a lot of hype to live up to, and in my limited time with it, found success. The camera feels nice in your hand. The improvements to basic usability by way...

Q & A

This camera really seems to drain batteries. Are there any easy ways to extend battery life?

Yes. We highly advise people who need more battery life to check out the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K / 6K Battery Grip. Not only does it provide approximately 3.4x the shooting time, it also adds a better grip for larger hands and higher lens spacing for follow focuses with rails. Please be aware that this grip uses Hawk-Woods DV-F590 batteries, so if you’re renting extras, get those instead of the Canon LP-E6Ns.

Are there any specific adapters you recommend for EF-mount lenses?

Yes! Metabones has developed two adapters specifically for the BMPCC4K. The Metabones Canon EF to BMPCC4K Speed Booster T Ultra and the Metabones Canon EF to BMPCC4K Speed Booster T XL are now available and are optimized with the 2.4mm sensor stack of this camera in mind.

Will I get a full sensor readout at all resolutions and frame rates?

No. This camera defaults to a windowed sensor mode when shooting in some UHD and HD modes.
Blackmagic hasn’t released an official crop factor but we suspect the UHD crop to be approximately x1.9 and the HD RAW crop to be roughly x4.

I want to use this on a Ronin-S. Are there any special accessories I'll need?

Yes! You’ll want this handy LanParte Ronin-S Offset Plate. The LanParte Ronin-S Offset Plate for BMPCC4K serves the sole purpose of allowing the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K to mount and balance on the DJI Ronin-S 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer by offsetting the camera.
Please note, due to the lightweight of the BMPCC4K, we do not recommend using the Ronin-S and Pocket Camera 4K with cinema lenses. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our video techs and they can help walk you through it.

Will this camera record CinemaDNG?

No. As of the most recent firmware update, this camera will only record Blackmagic RAW, not CinemaDNG.

Can I record 4K to an external monitor?

The BMPCC 4K utilizes a standard HDMI connector to output video but is limited to 10-bit 4:2:2 in full HD.

Is this camera compatible with UHS-I SD cards?

At lower resolutions and frame rates, you may be able to record to a UHS-I SD card but performance is not guaranteed. For a complete list of recommended media by recording formats, please refer to the “Recommended Media” link in the resources box.

Does this rental include DaVinci Resolve?

Due to copyright, we can’t include DaVinci Resolve with rentals. You may download DaVinci Resolve Lite for free here.

Specifications

Brand	Blackmagic
Camcorder Type	Prosumer and Cinema
Camera Type	Camcorder
Imaging	Sensor Type: CMOS Size: 18.96 × 10mm Maximum Resolution 4096 × 2160 Approximate Crop Factor Full Sensor Scan: x1.9 Windowed Sensor Scan (UHD/HD): x4 ISO Dynamic Range: Up to 13 stops Sensitivity Range: 100-25,600 Native ISO: Dual 400 and 3200
Inputs/Outputs	Audio Inputs 1x mini XLR (XLR adapter not included!) 3.5mm stereo mini-jack Audio Controls Mic/Line Phantom power +48v Audio Output 3.5mm stereo mini-jack Video Out HDMI Type-A Additional Inputs/Outputs DC In: 12V DC (with supplied AC adapter) USB Type-C
Item Type	Camera and Cinema Cameras
Monitoring	LCD Panel 5” Fixed Widescreen Color LCD Resolution: 1920 × 1080 Touchscreen Internal Microphone Stereo (front mounted)
Mount	Micro 4/3rds
Physical	Dimensions (W x H x D) 7 × 3.8 × 3.4″ Accessory Mounts 1/4-20 (center top and bottom)
Power Supply	AC Adapter Supplied Battery Type: LP-E6 (supplied) Operating Time: Approximately 1 hr Charging Time: Approximately 2.5 hr Additional Battery Compatibility Type: LP-E6n
Recording	Formats CinemaDNG ProRes 422 HQ ProRes 422 ProRes 422 LT ProRes 422 Proxy Modes 4096 × 2160p/3840 × 2160p: 23.98/24/25/30/50/60 1920 × 1080p: 23.98/24/25/30/50/60 Storage Rates (based on 30fps) CinemaDNG Raw: 4K DCI – 272 MB/s, 4K UHD – 255 MB/s, HD – 66 MB/s CinemaDNG RAW 3:1: 4K DCI – 129 MB/s, 4K UHD – 122 MB/s, HD – 32 MB/s CinemaDNG 4:1: 4K DCI – 97 MB/s, 4K UHD – 92 MB/s, HD – 24 MB/s Apple ProRes 422 HQ: 4K DCI – 117.88 MB/s, 4K UHD – 110 MB/s, HD – 27.5 MB/s Apple ProRes 422: 4K DCI – 78.63 MB/s, 4K UHD – 73.6 MB/s, HD – 18.4 MB/s Apple ProRes 422 LT: 4K DCI – 54.63 MB/s, 4K UHD – 51 MB/s, HD – 12.75 MB/s Media CFast 2.0 SDXC UHS-II

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Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
AC adapter
LP-E6 battery
LC-E6 charger

Specifications

Brand	Blackmagic
Camcorder Type	Prosumer and Cinema
Camera Type	Camcorder
Imaging	Sensor Type: CMOS Size: 18.96 × 10mm Maximum Resolution 4096 × 2160 Approximate Crop Factor Full Sensor Scan: x1.9 Windowed Sensor Scan (UHD/HD): x4 ISO Dynamic Range: Up to 13 stops Sensitivity Range: 100-25,600 Native ISO: Dual 400 and 3200
Inputs/Outputs	Audio Inputs 1x mini XLR (XLR adapter not included!) 3.5mm stereo mini-jack Audio Controls Mic/Line Phantom power +48v Audio Output 3.5mm stereo mini-jack Video Out HDMI Type-A Additional Inputs/Outputs DC In: 12V DC (with supplied AC adapter) USB Type-C
Item Type	Camera and Cinema Cameras
Monitoring	LCD Panel 5” Fixed Widescreen Color LCD Resolution: 1920 × 1080 Touchscreen Internal Microphone Stereo (front mounted)
Mount	Micro 4/3rds
Physical	Dimensions (W x H x D) 7 × 3.8 × 3.4″ Accessory Mounts 1/4-20 (center top and bottom)
Power Supply	AC Adapter Supplied Battery Type: LP-E6 (supplied) Operating Time: Approximately 1 hr Charging Time: Approximately 2.5 hr Additional Battery Compatibility Type: LP-E6n
Recording	Formats CinemaDNG ProRes 422 HQ ProRes 422 ProRes 422 LT ProRes 422 Proxy Modes 4096 × 2160p/3840 × 2160p: 23.98/24/25/30/50/60 1920 × 1080p: 23.98/24/25/30/50/60 Storage Rates (based on 30fps) CinemaDNG Raw: 4K DCI – 272 MB/s, 4K UHD – 255 MB/s, HD – 66 MB/s CinemaDNG RAW 3:1: 4K DCI – 129 MB/s, 4K UHD – 122 MB/s, HD – 32 MB/s CinemaDNG 4:1: 4K DCI – 97 MB/s, 4K UHD – 92 MB/s, HD – 24 MB/s Apple ProRes 422 HQ: 4K DCI – 117.88 MB/s, 4K UHD – 110 MB/s, HD – 27.5 MB/s Apple ProRes 422: 4K DCI – 78.63 MB/s, 4K UHD – 73.6 MB/s, HD – 18.4 MB/s Apple ProRes 422 LT: 4K DCI – 54.63 MB/s, 4K UHD – 51 MB/s, HD – 12.75 MB/s Media CFast 2.0 SDXC UHS-II

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Rental Period	Lenscap+	Rental Price	Total Price	Price Per Day (Approx.)
3 days	$15.00	$53.00	$68.00	$22.67
4 days	$16.00	$56.00	$72.00	$18.00
7 days	$21.00	$75.00	$96.00	$13.71
10 days	$28.00	$101.00	$129.00	$12.90
14 days	$37.00	$131.00	$168.00	$12.00
21 days	$49.00	$176.00	$225.00	$10.71
30 days	$62.00	$221.00	$283.00	$9.43
45 days	$81.00	$289.00	$370.00	$8.22
60 days	$95.00	$338.00	$433.00	$7.22
90 days	$122.00	$435.00	$557.00	$6.19

Rental Period	Lenscap	Rental Price	Total Price	Price Per Day (Approx.)
3 days	$10.00	$53.00	$63.00	$21.00
4 days	$11.00	$56.00	$67.00	$16.75
7 days	$14.00	$75.00	$89.00	$12.71
10 days	$19.00	$101.00	$120.00	$12.00
14 days	$25.00	$131.00	$156.00	$11.14
21 days	$33.00	$176.00	$209.00	$9.95
30 days	$41.00	$221.00	$262.00	$8.73
45 days	$54.00	$289.00	$343.00	$7.62
60 days	$63.00	$338.00	$401.00	$6.68
90 days	$81.00	$435.00	$516.00	$5.73

Rental Period	Rental Price	Price Per Day (Approx.)
3 days	$53.00	$17.67
4 days	$56.00	$14.00
7 days	$75.00	$10.71
10 days	$101.00	$10.10
14 days	$131.00	$9.36
21 days	$176.00	$8.38
30 days	$221.00	$7.37
45 days	$289.00	$6.42
60 days	$338.00	$5.63
90 days	$435.00	$4.83

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