Blackmagic Design PYXIS 12K Cinema Camera (Canon EF)

Vendor: Blackmagic Design
Blackmagic Design PYXIS 12K Cinema Camera (Canon EF) Experience extraordinary cinematic image quality with the Blackmagic Design PYXIS 12K Cinema Box Camera, a professional box-style cinema camera built for feature films, commercials, virtual...
$5,695.00
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Blackmagic Design PYXIS 12K Cinema Camera (Canon EF)

Experience extraordinary cinematic image quality with the Blackmagic Design PYXIS 12K Cinema Box Camera, a professional box-style cinema camera built for feature films, commercials, virtual production, and high-end broadcast applications. Combining a cutting-edge full-frame 12K RGBW sensor with the compact, modular design of the PYXIS platform, the PYXIS 12K delivers exceptional flexibility without compromising on performance.

At the heart of the PYXIS 12K is a large 36 x 24mm full-frame sensor that captures stunning 12K imagery with rich, vibrant colours, natural skin tones, and an outstanding 16-stop dynamic range. This expanded dynamic range preserves incredible detail in both highlights and shadows, providing filmmakers with greater creative freedom and exceptional latitude for colour grading and post-production.

Equipped with a Canon EF lens mount, the PYXIS 12K is compatible with a wide selection of industry-favourite EF lenses, allowing creators to take advantage of existing lens collections while achieving the cinematic look their projects demand. Its customizable side plates also make it easy to configure the camera for handheld operation, studio productions, drones, gimbals, or custom rigging solutions.

Designed for professional productions that demand uncompromising image quality and adaptable workflows, the Blackmagic Design PYXIS 12K Cinema Box Camera combines ultra-high-resolution capture, exceptional colour reproduction, modular flexibility, and a compact form factor to provide a powerful, future-ready solution for today's most demanding filmmaking environments.

Features

  • Large-Format Full-Frame 12K Sensor
  • 16 Stops of Dynamic Range
  • Blackmagic RAW up to 12K 3:2 Open Gate
  • Built-In Optical Low-Pass Filter
  • Two CFexpress Card Slots, USB-C Port
  • Compact Form with Switchable Side Plates
  • 4" HDR LCD Touchscreen
  • 10GbE Ethernet Port, 10GBASE-T Support
  • HFR Button & Three Assignable Shortcuts
  • Mini-XLR & 3.5mm Audio Inputs
Key Specs
Lens Mount Canon EF
Image Sensor Large Format
Effective Sensor Resolution 98.8 Megapixel (12,288 x 8040)
Image Stabilization No
ISO/Gain Sensitivity Base: 800
Max Recording Modes Blackmagic RAW
Up to 12K up to 40 fps
Max Video Output Up to DCI 4K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/30.00/50/59.94/60.00 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot Dual Slot: CFexpress Type B
Mobile App Compatible Yes: Android & iOS
Battery Sony BP-U Series
Imaging
Lens Mount Canon EF
Lens Communication Yes
Image Sensor 35.64 x 23.32 mm (Large Format) CMOS
Effective Sensor Resolution 98.8 Megapixel (12,288 x 8040)
Image Stabilization No
Built-In ND Filter No
Built-In CC Filter No
Internal Filter Holder No
Capture Type Stills & Video
Exposure Control
Shutter Type Electronic Rolling Shutter
ISO/Gain Sensitivity Base: 800
Signal-to-Noise Ratio Not Specified by Manufacturer
Advertised Dynamic Range 16 Stops
Focus
Focus Mode Automatic, Manual Focus
Video Capture
Internal Recording Blackmagic RAW
12288 x 8040 up to 40 fps
9648 x 8040 up to 40 fps
12288 x 6912 up to 45 fps
12288 x 6480 up to 50 fps
7680 x 6408 up to 50 fps
9648 x 6264 up to 50 fps
8192 x 5360 up to 72 fps
6432 x 5360 up to 72 fps
12288 x 5112 up to 60.00 fps
9312 x 4896 up to 65 fps
8688 x 4896 up to 65 fps
8192 x 4608 up to 84 fps
8192 x 4320 up to 90 fps
9312 x 3864 up to 80 fps
8192 x 3408 up to 112 fps
4096 x 2680
3216 x 2680
4096 x 2304
4096 x 2160
4096 x 1704
Video Output
4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/30.00/50/59.94/60.00 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/30.00/50/59.94/60.00 fps
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support No
Built-In Microphone Stereo
Audio Recording 2-Channel, 24-Bit at 48 kHz
IP Streaming No
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot Dual Slot: CFexpress Type B
Internal Storage No
Video I/O 1x BNC (12G-SDI) Output
Audio I/O 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Headphone/Mic Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O 1x LEMO 2-Pin (12VDC) Input
Other I/O 1x USB-C Viewfinder Output
1x USB-C Control/Data/Video
1x BNC (Reference, Timecode)
1x RJ45 (10 Gigabit Ethernet)
Wireless Bluetooth
Mobile App Compatible Yes: Android & iOS
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) No
Monitor
Display Type Primary Monitor: Fixed 4" Touchscreen LCD
Resolution Primary Monitor: 1920 x 1080
Viewfinder
Type Dedicated Viewfinder Available Separately
Power
Battery Sony BP-U Series
Power Consumption <90 W
Environmental
Operating Conditions 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C up to 90% Humidity
Storage Conditions -4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C
General
Shoe Mount No
Tripod Mount 7x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
2x 3/8"-16 Female (Bottom)
Accessory Mounting Thread 2x 1/4"-20 on Camera Body
1x 3/8"-16 on Camera Body
4x M4 on Camera Body
Netflix Approved Yes
Dimensions (W x H x D) 5.94 x 4.69 x 4.17" / 15.09 x 11.91 x 10.59 cm
Weight 3.5 lb / 1.6 kg (Body Only)