Product review: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
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Product review: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
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Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
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Many video creators and filmmakers were somewhat surprised when Blackmagic released their innovative Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K. The camera combines the latest advancements in the digital film technology arena with a design that allows you to have it all just in the palm of your hand.
4,8
Based upon17 reviews from Wedio members
Effectiveness
4,7
Usability
4,8
Value for money
4,9
Overall rating
4,8
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Is it worth it?
Yes
BPCC is a mighty camera for beginners and aspiring filmmakers. It even has a stills function - but is definitely a video camera and not a machine designed for photography.
No
This is not a camera for all you vloggers and YouTubers out there, since there is no continuous autofocus and no flippy screen. But great for shooting while travelling, indie filmmakers, small production companies and for documentaries.
Pros
Price
Utility
Dual native ISO
HDR
Pro audio and power input.
Cons
small sensor
Not weather sealed because it needs air cooling
Battery life
Complete Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Review
Image quality
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K at 60fps, features a 4/3 CMOS size sensor, and a dual native ISO up to 25,600, meaning that you will get amazing HDR images and excellent low light performance. External controls give you quick access to the main functions, while the large 5-inch touchscreen makes it simple to frame shots, focus accurately, and change camera settings.
The Pocket Cinema Camera 4K has a 5″ touchscreen LCD, which reduces the need for an external monitor. At the same time, it includes a full-sized HDMI port, allowing you to easily connect to a larger display.
Connectivity
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K includes a mini XLR input with phantom power, a 3.5mm jack, an internal stereo microphone and includes a Bluetooth remote control. A license key for the post-production DaVinci Resolve Studio is also included. Am I the only one who thinks, that's a genius name for software?
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K includes features such as built-in SD/UHS-II or CFast 0 recorders in RAW or ProRes at up to 120 fps in full HD. The camera has an MFT lens mount, XLR input, 3D LUT support, and more.
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K vs. Z CAM E2-S6 Super 35 6K
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Z CAM E2-S6 Super 35 6K
Weight
680.38 g
1090 g
Lens Mount
Micro Four Thirds
Canon EF
Dimensions
11.3 x 10.8 x 5.8
4.81 x 3.91 x 3.6"
ISO Sensitivity
100 to 25,600
400 to 1250
Battery type
Canon LP-E6
Sony L-Series
Operating Tempature
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
32 to 72°F / 0 to 40°C
Display Type
LCD
Fixed LCD
Advertised Dynamic Range
13 Stops
14 Stops
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Final verdict
This gimbal is perfect if you’re a vlogger or event photographer or need a gimbal that you can take with you on your travels.
The Weebill 2 Pro combo kit is a great stabilizer. In addition, its small size and relative lightweight, even when loaded, make it an attractive gimbal option.
The size and balance are all exceptionally well thought out. Once the follow focus is connected, the smoothness of the rotation and degree of adjustment make it a potent tool.
Considering the Weebill 2 Pro Combo kit’s price and size, it’s an excellent tool and certainly a worthy candidate, even compared to some of the more expensive and sturdier gimbals on the market.
Are you thinking of shooting with the BMPCC 4K? You can rent it daily, weekly or monthly through Wedio (Available in Denmark, Berlin, Amsterdam, and London), the camera-sharing community. You can also buy it from your local camera retailer.
What creators like
Comes with 3 batteries + SD card + 1T SSD
Creates most beautiful cinematic imagery, only matched by +50.000 cine cameras. Good and easy interface. Best cinema camera on a budget. Records in BRAW so you can fix bad recordings in post.
Excellent picture quality and easy of use.
A beautiful camera for cinematic shots
It has a great raw vibe to it with the manuel settings, perfect for shooting intuitively and getting something very professional looking.
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What creators don't like
This is not an entry level camera. Not autofocus, and not image stabilization.
Limited sound possibilites
The black magic software isn’t great when watching back footage after shooting
Poor battery life
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K worth it?
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is definitely not perfect, with stunning 4K capture and a comprehensive array of connections, its pros heavily outweigh its cons.
Does Black Magic Pocket 4K have autofocus
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 4K doesn't have the autofocus system found in most cameras you can purchase today. However, the autofocus it does have is easy to use — just tap on your subject via the touchscreen. However, it won't follow your subject and adjust focus automatically.
Does Blackmagic pocket 4K have image stabilization?
Blackmagic Pocket 4K/6K cameras gain in-body stabilization through firmware update. : r/bmpcc.
Is Pocket 4K full-frame?
The BMPCC 4K is NOT a full frame camera. It comes with a Four Thirds (4/3) HDR sensor, which basically means the sensor size is smaller than a full-frame sensor, which is equivalent to a 35mm film format.
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How we tested this product
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