The Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K redefines high-resolution filmmaking with a powerful Super 35 sensor and advanced features that deliver stunning cinematic visuals. Designed for filmmakers who need professional-grade imaging in a compact, flexible package, the Cinema Camera 6K offers 6K resolution with 13 stops of dynamic range, capturing every detail with lifelike color and exceptional clarity. Paired with the popular EF lens mount, this camera provides access to a wide variety of high-quality lenses, giving filmmakers full creative control over every shot.
Key Features
- 6K Super 35 Sensor with 13 Stops of Dynamic Range
Capture sharp, detailed imagery with the 6K resolution (6144 x 3456) Super 35 sensor, delivering deep color depth, high contrast, and stunning image quality. With 13 stops of dynamic range, the Cinema Camera 6K is designed to handle high-contrast scenes and bring out detail in both shadows and highlights. - Popular EF Lens Mount
The Cinema Camera 6K uses an EF lens mount, making it compatible with a wide range of professional lenses. This flexibility provides filmmakers with greater creative freedom, whether capturing wide shots, portraits, or cinematic close-ups. - Dual Native ISO for Superior Low-Light Performance
With dual native ISO, the Cinema Camera 6K offers outstanding performance in low-light environments, allowing for clear and noise-free images, even in challenging lighting conditions. This feature is ideal for filmmakers who need reliable image quality when shooting at night or indoors. - Blackmagic RAW and ProRes Recording Formats
Offering both Blackmagic RAW and ProRes formats, the Cinema Camera 6K provides maximum flexibility in post-production. Blackmagic RAW captures high-resolution images with detailed color information, while ProRes ensures efficient workflows compatible with popular editing software. - 5-Inch HDR Touchscreen Display
The integrated 5-inch HDR touchscreen makes it easy to frame shots and adjust camera settings quickly. With HDR capabilities, the screen delivers an accurate preview of colors, contrast, and exposure, providing precise control on set. - USB-C Expansion Port for Direct Recording
With a high-speed USB-C expansion port, you can record directly to external SSDs or drives, ensuring ample storage and seamless workflow from shooting to editing. - Lightweight Carbon Fiber Polycarbonate Body
The Cinema Camera 6K is built with a lightweight yet durable carbon fiber polycarbonate body, making it easy to carry and handle during long shoots or in remote locations.
Why Choose the Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K?
The Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K is ideal for filmmakers and content creators looking for high-end 6K resolution, superb low-light performance, and a versatile EF lens mount in a compact form. With its Super 35 sensor, 13 stops of dynamic range, and compatibility with Blackmagic RAW, this camera enables cinematic-quality storytelling in any setting. Its compact design, coupled with professional connectivity options, makes it the ultimate tool for filmmakers who require superior image quality without compromising portability.
- Product Identifiers -
MPN: CINECAM60KLFLEAN: 9338716008586
- In The Box -
- Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K
- Lens turret dust cap
- Camera strap
- 30W power supply with locking connector and international adapters
- NP-F570 battery
- NP-F series battery USB charger
- Welcome booklet
- DaVinci Resolve Studio activation key
- Product Specifications -
Camera Features
- Effective Sensor Size
36mm x 24mm (Full Frame) - Lens Mount
Active L-Mount. - Lens Control
Iris and focus on supported lenses. - Dynamic Range
13 Stops. - Dual Native ISO
400 and 3200 - Shooting Resolutions
- 6048 x 4032 (Open Gate 3:2) up to 36 fps
- 4838 x 4032 (Anamorphic 6:5) up to 36 fps
- 6048 x 3200 (6K DCI 17:9) up to 48 fps
- 6048 x 2520 (6K 2.4:1) up to 60 fps
- 4096 x 3072 (Super 35 4:3) up to 50 fps
- 4096 x 2160 (4K DCI 17:9) up to 60 fps
- 2112 x 1184 (Super 16 16:9) up to 100 fps
- 1920 x 1080 (1080 HD 16:9) up to 120 fps
- Frame Rates
Maximum sensor frame rate dependent on resolution and codec selected. Project frame rates of 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94 and 60 fps supported.
Off-speed frame rates up to 60 fps in 6K 2.4:1 and 4K DCI 17:9, 100 fps in Super 16 16:9 and 120 fps in 1080HD. - Focus
Auto focus available using compatible lenses. - Iris Control
Iris wheel and touchscreen slider for manual iris adjustment on electronically controllable lenses, iris button for instant auto iris settings on compatible lenses. - Screen Dimensions
5" 1920 x 1080. - Screen Brightness
1500 nits - Screen Type
LCD capacitive touchscreen. - Metadata Support
Automatically populated lens data from electronic L-Mount lenses. Automatic recording of camera settings and slate data such as project, scene number, take and special notes. A 3D LUT can also be embedded in metadata of Blackmagic RAW files. - Controls
Touchscreen menus on 5 inch screen. 1 x Power Switch, 1 x Record Button, 1 x Stills Button, 1 x Scroll Wheel with push integrated into handgrip, 1 x ISO Button, 1 x White Balance, 1 x Shutter Button, 3 x software configurable Fn buttons, 1 x Focus Button, 1 x IRIS Button, 1 x High Frame Rate (HFR) Button, 1 x Zoom Button, 1 x Menu Button and 1 x Playback Button. - Timecode Clock
Highly accurate timecode clock. Less than 1 frame drift every 8 hours.
Connections
- Total Video Inputs
None - Total Video Outputs
1 x HDMI up to 1080p60 - Analog Audio Inputs
2 x mini XLR analog switchable between mic with phantom power support and line level (up to +14dBu). 1 x 3.5mm Stereo Input. All audio inputs can also be used for Timecode input. - Analog Audio Outputs
1 x 3.5mm headphone jack. - Computer Interface
USB Type-C for external drive recording, PTP camera control and software updates.
Audio
- Microphone
Integrated stereo microphone. - Built in Speaker
1 x mono speaker.
Media
- Media
1 x CFexpress Type B card slot, 1 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 expansion port for external media for Blackmagic RAW and H.264 Proxy Recording. - Media Format
Can format media to ExFAT (Windows/Mac) or HFS+ (Mac) file systems.
Supported Codecs
- Codecs
- Blackmagic RAW Constant Bitrate 3:1,
- Blackmagic RAW Constant Bitrate 5:1,
- Blackmagic RAW Constant Bitrate 8:1,
- Blackmagic RAW Constant Bitrate 12:1,
- Blackmagic RAW Constant Quality Q0,
- Blackmagic RAW Constant Quality Q1,
- Blackmagic RAW Constant Quality Q3,
- Blackmagic RAW Constant Quality Q5,
- H.264 Proxy in 1920 x 1080, 8-bit 4:2:0
Control
- External Control
Blackmagic Zoom Demand and Blackmagic Focus Demand for controlling your camera and lens from tripod handles.
iPad control, Bluetooth control, USB PTP camera control. External control of some camera settings, focus, iris and zoom with compatible lenses. Camera Control REST API over USB Ethernet for external control via HTTP when used with REST client applications such as Postman.
Storage Features
- Storage Type
- 1 x CFexpress Type B
- 1 x high speed USB-C expansion port for external media.
- Recording Formats
Blackmagic RAW 3:1, 5:1, 8:1, 12:1, Q0, Q1, Q3 and Q5 at 6048 x 4032, 4838 x 4032, 6048 x 3200, 6048 x 2520, 4096 x 3072, 4096 x 2160, 2112 x 1184 and 1920 x 1080 with film, extended video, video dynamic range or custom 3D LUT embedded in metadata.
Supports recording optional portrait mode metadata for all resolutions in Blackmagic RAW and H.264 Proxies. - Storage Rates
Storage rates based on 30 frames per second. - 6048 x 4032 (6K Open Gate 3:2)
- Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 370 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 5:1 - 223 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 8:1 - 140 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 12:1 - 94 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q0 - 278 to 555 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q1 - 186 to 444 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q3 - 124 to 318 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q5 - 75 to 186 MB/s
- 4838 x 4032 (Anamorphic 6:5)
- Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 297 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 5:1 - 179 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 8:1 - 112 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 12:1 - 75 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q0 - 223 to 445 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q1 - 149 to 356 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q3 - 100 to 255 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q5 - 60 to 149 MB/s
- 6048 x 3200 (6K DCI 17:9)
- Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 295 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 5:1 - 177 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 8:1 - 111 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 12:1 - 75 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q0 - 221 to 441 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q1 - 148 to 353 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q3 - 99 to 253 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q5 - 60 to 148 MB/s
- 6048 x 2520 (6K 2.4:1)
- Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 233 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 5:1 - 140 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 8:1 - 88 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 12:1 - 59 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q0 - 175 to 348 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q1 - 117 to 279 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q3 - 78 to 199 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q5 - 47 to 117 MB/s
- 4096 x 3072 (Super 35 4:3)
- Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 192 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 5:1 - 116 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 8:1 - 73 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 12:1 - 49 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q0 - 145 to 288 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q1 - 97 to 231 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q3 - 65 to 165 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q5 - 39 to 97 MB/s
- 4096 x 2160 (4K DCI 17:9)
- 2112 x 1184 (Super 16 16:9)
- Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 40 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 5:1 - 24 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 8:1 - 16 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 12:1 - 11 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q0 - 30 to 59 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q1 - 21 to 48 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q3 - 14 to 34 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q5 - 9 to 21 MB/s
- 1920 x 1080
- Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 33 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 5:1 - 20 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 8:1 - 13 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 12:1 - 9 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q0 - 25 to 49 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q1 - 17 to 40 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q3 - 12 to 29 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW Q5 - 8 to 17 MB/s
- Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 136 MB/s Blackmagic RAW 5:1 - 82 MB/s Blackmagic RAW 8:1 - 52 MB/s Blackmagic RAW 12:1 - 35 MB/s Blackmagic RAW Q0 - 102 to 203 MB/s Blackmagic RAW Q1 - 69 to 163 MB/s Blackmagic RAW Q3 - 46 to 117 MB/s Blackmagic RAW Q5 - 28 to 69 MB/s
Constant Quality storage rates quoted are indicative only.
Actual storage rates are entirely dependent on image subject matter.
Software
- Software Included
- Blackmagic OS
- DaVinci Resolve Studio for Mac and Windows including activation key
- Blackmagic Camera Setup
- Blackmagic RAW Player
- Blackmagic RAW QuickLook Plugin
- Blackmagic RAW SDK
- Blackmagic RAW Speed Test
Operating Systems
- Mac 12.0 Monterey, Mac 13.0 Ventura or later.
- Windows 10 and 11.
Power Requirements
- Power Supply
1 x External 12V power supply. - External Power Input
1 x 2-pin locking connector. - Battery Type
NP-F570 - Battery Life
Approximately 60 minutes (recording 6K RAW at 24 fps to CFexpress with screen brightness at 50%) - Power
12V-20V.
Physical Specifications
- Dimensions
7.08in x 4.80in x 3.70in - Weight
2.65 lbs
Environmental Specifications
- Operating Temperature
0°to 40°C (32° to 104°F) - Storage Temperature
-20°to 45°C (-4° to 113°F) - Relative Humidity
0% to 90% non-condensing
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