PYXIS 12K EF camera

Full Frame 12K RGBW Sensor: Captures incredibly detailed cinematic images with wide dynamic range using a 36 x 24mm sensor.

Native EF Mount: Compatible with a wide range of EF photographic lenses, including those from DSLRs and previous Blackmagic cameras.

Versatile, Durable Build: Precision-machined aluminum body with multiple mounting points for flexible rigging and accessories.

Built-In 4" HDR LCD Screen: High-brightness touchscreen lets you monitor and control shots without extra gear on set.

Blackmagic RAW and Proxy Recording: Records high-quality RAW files and real-time H.264 proxies for fast sharing and editing.

Dual CFexpress Card Support: Enables fast recording with hot-swappable cards for uninterrupted shooting.

Real-Time Cloud Collaboration: Automatically uploads proxies to Blackmagic Cloud, enabling editors to begin work instantly.

USB-C and 10G Ethernet Connectivity: Offers flexible options for fast data transfer and mobile streaming with just a smartphone.

Expandable with Optional Gear: Supports the Blackmagic PYXIS Monitor and URSA Cine EVF for added monitoring and control options.

Built-In Live Streaming: Stream directly to major platforms like YouTube and Facebook with onboard RTMP/SRT.

Multiple Resolution Options: Record in various formats including 12K, 8K, 6K, 4K, or HD using different sensor windows.

Pro-Level Audio Input: Includes mini XLR with 48V phantom power for capturing high-quality sound on location.

Global Media Sync: Share and sync media instantly with remote teams using DaVinci Resolve and Blackmagic Cloud.

General Specifications

36 x 24mm full-frame RGBW CMOS sensor

Native resolution: 12288 x 8040 (12K)

Sensor aspect ratios: 3:2 open gate, 6:5 full-height anamorphic, 9K Super 35 crop

16 stops dynamic range

Precision CNC-machined aerospace aluminum body

Mounting: Locking EF Mount (compatible with Canon EF lenses and legacy DSLR lenses)

Supports lens communication for iris, focus, and metadata (where applicable)

Recording Formats

Blackmagic RAW (12-bit)

Simultaneous real-time H.264 proxy recording

Recordable resolutions: HD, DCI 4K, 6K, 8K, 12K

Frame rates: 12K (12288 x 8040) up to 40 fps (3:2 open gate), 12K (12288 x 5112) up to 60 fps (2.4:1), 4K (4096 x 2160) up to 112 fps, 6K (6048 x 4032) up to 36 fps

Display and Monitoring

Integrated 4″ HDR LCD touchscreen display, 1500 nit brightness, Full HD resolution

Optional Blackmagic PYXIS Monitor (5″ HDR touchscreen with full on-camera controls)

Optional URSA Cine EVF (1920 x 1080 OLED, 4-element glass diopter, proximity sensor)

12G-SDI output for HDR and UHD monitoring

On-screen overlays for camera status and settings

Media and Connectivity

Dual CFexpress Type B card slots with hot swap support

USB-C port for direct SSD or mobile phone connection

10G Ethernet for high-speed file transfers and cloud sync

Blackmagic Cloud support for live proxy upload and global collaboration

USB-C mobile data connection (iOS/Android phones)

Streaming & Remote Workflow

Built-in hardware streaming via RTMP/SRT

Direct to YouTube, Facebook, X and more

On-screen streaming status and data rate indicators

Audio

1x mini XLR input with 48V phantom power

Built-in microphone

Additional 3.5mm stereo input

Power

High capacity Sony BP-U series battery support

Locking DC input

Rigging and Expandability

Multiple 1/4″ and 3/8″ thread mounts (top, bottom, sides)

Standard aircraft-grade aluminum side plate included

Included SSD plate for USB-C drive or smartphone mounting

Included Accessories

EF mount body cap

Standard rigging plate

SSD expansion plate

Power supply