Blackmagic Design Announces New Blackmagic PYXIS 12K

Blackmagic Design Announces New Blackmagic PYXIS 12K

Brie Clayton April 7, 2025

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Advanced digital film camera in a versatile design with revolutionary full frame 12K RGBW sensor in EF, PL or L-Mount, Blackmagic RAW and global media sync with Blackmagic Cloud!

Blackmagic Design today announced Blackmagic PYXIS 12K, a new digital film camera that features a revolutionary 12K RGBW sensor in the versatile PYXIS camera design! This new model features the same sensor as URSA Cine 12K LF with a massive 16 stops of dynamic range along with dual CFexpress media recorders, 10G Ethernet and Blackmagic Cloud global sync, all in a customizable body. Blackmagic PYXIS 12K is available in three models, with customers able to choose between L-Mount, PL or Locking EF lens mounts.

Blackmagic PYXIS 12K will be available in July from Blackmagic Design resellers worldwide for US$4,995.

The Blackmagic PYXIS 12K will be demonstrated on the Blackmagic Design NAB 2025 booth #SL216.

With multiple mounting points and accessory side plates, it's easy to configure Blackmagic PYXIS into the camera customers need it to be! PYXIS' compact body is made from precision CNC machined aerospace aluminum, which means it is lightweight yet very strong. You can easily mount it on a range of camera rigs such as cranes, gimbals or drones! In addition to the multiple 1/4 and 3/8 thread mounts on the top and bottom of the body, Blackmagic PYXIS has a range of side plates that further extends the ability to mount accessories such as handles, microphones or even SSDs. All this means customers can build the perfect camera for the any production that's both rugged and reliable!

Blackmagic PYXIS models feature a large full frame sensor with a native resolution of 6048 x 4032 or a massive 12288 x 8040. That's almost three times larger than a Super 35 sensor and lets customers shoot with a shallow depth of field or use anamorphic lenses uncropped for a true cinematic look. Whether users are shooting in bright light or in almost no light at all, the massive dynamic range with high performance sensor provides stunning low noise images in all lighting conditions. Plus, PYXIS lets customers shoot up to 112 fps on the PYXIS 12K. This amazing sensor combined with Blackmagic color science gives customers the same quality as the most expensive digital cinema cameras.

Using the full area of the sensor gives customers a unique open gate 3:2 image which also lets them reframe their shots in post production. The large sensor also lets customers work in true 6:5 anamorphic without cropping, making widescreen cinematic images more detailed and in higher resolution than previously possible. Customers can even use the classic Super 35 sized window on the sensor to create an instant close up' version of their shot that fits seamlessly with open gate footage.

Customers can choose between L-Mount, EF or PL lenses, making Blackmagic PYXIS compatible with the largest range of cinema and photographic lenses in the world. The L-Mount model works with the latest full frame lenses from Leica, Panasonic and Sigma but can also accommodate lens adapters, allowing customers to use a wide variety of new and vintage lenses. The EF model lets customers use high quality photographic lenses they already own from DSLRs or even Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras. Or the PL model lets customers work with professional cinema lenses from Zeiss, ARRI, Cooke and more without needing an adapter.

Blackmagic PYXIS models can shoot in all standard resolutions and frame rates from HD up to DCI 4K, 6K, 8K and even 12K. Blackmagic PYXIS 12K features a multi scale sensor with that lets customers shoot in 12K, 8K or 4K at the full sensor size. Shoot up to 40 fps at 12288 x 8040 3:2 open gate or 60 fps at 12288 x 5112 2.4:1 and 112 fps at 4096 x 2160 4K. With the 6K model, customers can shoot up to 36 fps at 6048 x 4032 3:2 open gate or 60 fps at 4096 x 2160 4K DCI.

The built in LCD on Blackmagic PYXIS is more than just a simple status display. It's a 4 high resolution HDR touchscreen that is also perfect for monitoring and reviewing shots on set. Its full HD resolution means customers can frame and focus their shots without needing to carry around a bulky external monitor.

Blackmagic PYXIS Monitor is a versatile 5 HDR touchscreen monitor with full camera control that can be mounted almost anywhere. It provides the same controls and overlays as PYXIS' built in LCD, so it's perfect to use when rigging or accessories block the internal display. Multiple mounting points make it easy to attach on any camera rig and use as a large viewfinder for easier focusing and framing. Or use it as an assist station so crew can frame and monitor shots from any position on set. Plus, the bright 1500 nit display and removable sunshade ensure visibility, even in sunlight.

Blackmagic PYXIS supports the optional Blackmagic URSA Cine EVF to make outdoors and handheld shooting accurate and easy. Customers get an integrated high quality 1920 x 1080 color OLED display with built in proximity sensor, 4 element glass diopter for incredible accuracy with a wide focus adjustment.

The innovative side plates expand the riggability of their camera even further. The standard plate included with Blackmagic PYXIS is made from the same aircraft grade aluminum as the camera body and features 2 1/4 thread mounts and one 3/8 thread mount, allowing customers to add microphones, brackets or other accessories. Or customers can attach the included SSD plate which offers a convenient location to securely attach a USB-C drive for recording or even a mobile phone for live streaming.

Blackmagic PYXIS records in Blackmagic RAW to preserve control of detail, exposure and color during post production. It also records HD H.264 proxies in real time making it easy to share me

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