Blackmagic Design PYXIS 12K Cinema Camera (Canon EF)

A Closer Look at Blackmagic Design PYXIS 12K

Easy-to-Rig 12K Full-Frame Camera: Guide

For professional deployment, the Blackmagic Configuration PYXIS 12K Cinema Box Camera brings together a full-frame 12K RGBW sensor that captures rich colors and accurate skin tones with the space-efficient, versatile configuration of the PYXIS 6K camera. It provides an ARRI PL lens mount, a 36 x 24mm sensor, a wide 16-stop dynamic range, and customizable side plates.

Large-Format Digital Film Sensor: Guide

The PYXIS 12K's massive 24 x 36mm full-frame RGBW sensor boasts a native 12,288 x 8040 definition, letting you create shallow depth of field or use anamorphic lenses without cropping for a truly cinematic look. A 16-stop dynamic range with dual-native ISO up to 25,600 maintains low-noise imagery in all lighting conditions.

adaptable Film Formats

Work in a variety of film formats and aspect ratios without sacrificing quality, thanks to the large sensor. You can additionally work in true 6:5 anamorphic without needing to crop for widescreen cinematics. Use a Super 35-sized window to create an instant close-up version of your open-gate shot.

Frame Rates and Multiple Resolutions

Shoot in standard footage resolutions and frame rates from HD to 12K through the PYXIS 12K with the ability to capture in 12K, 8K, or 4K at the full sensor size. Available resolutions incorporate up to 40 fps at 12,288 x 8040 3:2 open gate, 60 fps at 12,288 x 5112 2.4:1, and 112 fps at 8192 x 3408 8K. There's even a HFR (high framerate) button for quickly switching to your rate without having to access the menu.

Dual-Native ISO and HDR Imagery

The wide 16-stop dynamic range preserves more detail in both the lightest and darkest areas of your picture. Set the exposure for an indoor scene while retaining details in the bright outdoor light coming via a window. Optimized for ISO 800, the PYXIS 12K provides ISOs of 200 to 3200 and a highest ISO 25,600, minimizing grain and noise in your pictures while maintaining the full dynamic range of the sensor.

Pro Grip and Optional Pro Handle

Use the new Pro Handle and/or Pro Grip to transform your PYXIS 12K into an ENG-style camera for fast, run-and-gun capture. The Pro Handle incorporates an OLED, daylight-visible HD viewfinder, a zoom rocker with capture run/stop, and a stereo microphone. The Pro Grip also delivers a zoom rocker with run/stop plus a handgrip for secure handheld capture.

Customizable Rigging: Guide

Crafted from lightweight yet robust aerospace-grade aluminum, the easy-to-rig PYXIS 12K incorporates several 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threads for mounting it on a gimbal, crane, or drone. It additionally has a range of side plates developed for attaching handgrips, SSD recorders, microphones, and more. It incorporates a side plate with one 3/8"-16 and two 1/4"-20 threads and a SSD plate with an optional rosette plate with extra threads available separately.

Onboard Controls and LCD Monitor

Use the built-in 4" LCD touchscreen to monitor and review your shots on set. This full HD-resolution, HDR-compatible screen lets you frame and focus without requiring an extra external unit. A highest brightness of 1500 cd/m² maintains visibility even in bright sunlit conditions. On-screen overlays show status and capture parameters, histograms, levels, frame guides, and 3D LUTS, among other tools.Onboard controls enable you to toggle functions like ISO, white balance, and shutter with ease. A scroll wheel makes quick adjustments, and three customizable function buttons can tailor your process to your preference. The controls can be locked to avoid accidental pressing during shooting.

Post-Production-Friendly Formats: Guide

The PYXIS 12K records in Blackmagic RAW, preserving detail, exposure, and color control during post-production. It can additionally capture H.264 proxy files in real time for easy sharing. Blackmagic RAW works with Apple Metal, CUDA, and OpenCL, and its media files work on all working systems.

Multiple recording production flow Options

Two built-in CFExpress Type-B card slots and a USB-C expansion port enable you to capture directly to outboard flash media disks or SSDs. The high speed of CFexpress cards lets you capture a hour plus in 6K on a single 256GB card.

Live Syncing to Blackmagic Cloud: Guide

News and live event content creators will appreciate the ability to shoot and edit in near real-time through Blackmagic Cloud and the PYXIS 12K's proxy files.Operators anywhere in the world can upload proxy footage and have their editors start working on scenes almost instantly.

Built-In Streaming: Guide

Live stream directly from the PYXIS 12K on set to a secondary location via SRT and RTMP protocols. Compatible platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and X can support signals from the PYXIS 12K for live event production. To share content internally, use an ATEM Streaming Bridge for a wireless link back to the studio.

Expansive connections

The front of the PYXIS 12K boasts a USB-C port for the Blackmagic URSA Cine EVF and a mini 3-pin XLR analog audio source with +48V Phantom power for microphone integration.The back of the PYXIS 12K has a headphone observation jack and an extra 3.5mm microphone input. Use the USB-C port at the back of the camera to connect to capture devices or mobile data. A 12G-SDI feed integrates a secondary monitor.

A Reference/Timecode input port syncs your sources.: Guide

Use the fast RJ45 10 GbE Ethernet port supporting up to 10GBase-T to upload footage to Blackmagic Cloud or control the camera from a distance.
Power the PYXIS 12K through the locking 2-pin DC power connector or the Sony BP-U battery plate.
Download the Blackmagic Camera Control app for wireless Bluetooth control from up to 30' away.