Blackmagic Design PYXIS 6K PL Digital Film Camera
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The Blackmagic Design PYXIS 6K PL Digital Film Camera features a full-frame HDR sensor, dual native ISO, and support for high-frame rate recording up to 120 fps. With a fixed PL mount, dual CFexpress slots, 13 stops of dynamic range, and comprehensive connectivity, it’s engineered for professional cinema use.The Blackmagic Design PYXIS 6K PL Digital Film Camera is a powerful, versatile solution for professional filmmakers, offering an expansive 6048 x 4032 full-frame HDR sensor paired with a fixed PL mount for high-quality cinema lenses. Featuring a robust design, the PYXIS 6K PL provides dynamic range of up to 13 stops, dual native ISO (400 and 3200), and flexible media support with dual CFexpress Type B card slots. This camera supports resolutions up to 6048 x 4032, with frame rates reaching up to 120 fps in 1080 HD.
For precise control, the PYXIS 6K PL offers manual focus and iris control, while the 4" LCD capacitive touchscreen (1500 nits) with intuitive interface ensures easy operation even in challenging environments. The camera features a range of customizable mounting options, side plates, and a wide array of connectivity, including 12G-SDI, mini XLR, USB-C, and Ethernet. Additionally, the camera supports Blackmagic RAW and H.264 proxy recording, offering efficient workflows. Metadata integration, including lens data via /i Technology, and advanced file management through FTP and SMB make this a fully equipped professional filmmaking tool.
The Blackmagic PYXIS 6K PL offers an optimized power management system, supporting both external power via a 12V DC input or a BP-U series battery. Its operating temperature range from 0°C to 40°C and storage temperature from -20°C to 45°C makes it suitable for a variety of filming conditions.
Features:
- Sensor: 6048 x 4032 Full Frame HDR
- ISO: Dual Native 400/3200
- Dynamic Range: 13 Stops
- Lens Mount: PL with /i Technology
- Frame Rates: Up to 120 fps (1080 HD)
- Storage: Dual CFexpress Type B slots
- Media Support: Blackmagic RAW, H.264 Proxy
- Display: 4” 1500-nit LCD touchscreen
- Connectivity: 12G-SDI, USB-C, Mini XLR, Ethernet
- Power: External 12V DC, BP-U Battery
- Focus/Iris: Manual
Applications:
- Film Production: High-quality cinema shooting
- Documentary: Flexible, durable design
- Commercials: High-frame rate capture
- Music Videos: Versatile frame rate options
- Live Events: Reliable video output via SDI
- Remote Control: iPad/Bluetooth/USB PTP control
- Studio: Seamless metadata integration
| Effective Sensor Size | 36mm x 24mm (Full Frame) |
| Lens Mount | PL mount with /i Technology |
| Lens Control | Iris and focus on supported lenses |
| Dynamic Range | 13 Stops |
| Dual Native ISO | 400 and 3200 |
| Shooting Resolutions | 6048 x 4032 (Open Gate 3:2) up to 36 fps, 4832 x 4032 (Anamorphic 6:5) up to 36 fps, 6048 x 3408 (6K 16:9) up to 46 fps |
| Frame Rates | Up to 120 fps (1080 HD), 100 fps in Super 16 16:9 |
| Focus | Manual focus only |
| Iris Control | Manual iris control only |
| Screen Dimensions | 4” 1920 x 1080 |
| Screen Brightness | 1500 nits |
| Screen Type | LCD capacitive touchscreen |
| Metadata Support | Lens data, camera settings, 3D LUT embedding, slate data |
| Timecode Clock | Less than 1 frame drift every 8 hours |
| Total Video Inputs | None |
| Total Video Outputs | 1 x 12G-SDI up to 2160p60, 1 x Viewfinder USB-C with power, data, video and locking connector |
| Analog Audio Inputs | 1 x mini XLR analog audio in (switchable between mic with phantom power support and line level up to +14dBu), 1 x 3.5mm Stereo Input |
| Analog Audio Outputs | 1 x 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Reference Inputs | Tri-Sync/Black Burst and Timecode |
| Computer Interface | USB Type-C for external drive recording, PTP camera control and software updates |
| Ethernet | 1 x 1Gb/s RJ‑45 connector supporting 10/100/1000 BASE‑T |
| HD Video Standards | 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60 |
| Ultra HD Video Standards | 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60 |
| SDI Compliance | SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M level A and B, SMPTE 2081‑1, SMPTE 2081‑10, SMPTE 2082‑1 and SMPTE 2082‑10 |
| SDI Audio Sampling | Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24‑bit |
| Microphone | Integrated stereo microphone |
| Built in Speaker | 1 x mono speaker |
| Media | 2 x CFexpress Type B card slot, 1 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 expansion port for external media for Blackmagic RAW and H.264 Proxy Recording |
| Media Format | Can format media to ExFAT (Windows/Mac) or HFS+ (Mac) file systems |
| Codecs | Blackmagic RAW Constant Bitrate 3:1, 5:1, 8:1, 12:1, Constant Quality Q0, Q1, Q3, Q5, H.264 Proxy in 1920x1080, 8-bit 4:2:0 |
| External Control | iPad control, Bluetooth control, USB PTP camera control, REST API over Ethernet for external control via HTTP (Postman support) |
| NTP | Network time protocol support for syncing camera time with any NTP server when connected to a network |
| Web Media Manager | Access, browse, download, and delete files from any drive connected to the camera using a browser connected over Ethernet |
| FTP | Download files from any drive attached to the camera via FTP |
| SMB | File sharing using SMB |
| Storage Type | 2 x CFexpress Type B, 1 x high speed USB-C expansion port for external media |
| Recording Formats | Blackmagic RAW 3:1, 5:1, 8:1, 12:1, Q0, Q1, Q3, Q5 at multiple resolutions; optional portrait mode metadata for Blackmagic RAW and H.264 Proxies |
| Storage Rates | Rates based on 30 fps. For example, 6048x4032 (6K Open Gate 3:2) Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 370 MB/s, Blackmagic RAW 5:1 - 223 MB/s |
| 6048 x 4032 (6K Open Gate 3:2) | Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 370 MB/s, 5:1 - 223 MB/s, 8:1 - 140 MB/s, 12:1 - 94 MB/s, Q0 - 278-555 MB/s |
| 4832 x 4032 (Anamorphic 6:5) | Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 297 MB/s, 5:1 - 179 MB/s, 8:1 - 112 MB/s, 12:1 - 75 MB/s, Q0 - 223-445 MB/s |
| 6048 x 3408 (6K 16:9) | Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 313 MB/s, 5:1 - 188 MB/s, 8:1 - 118 MB/s, 12:1 - 79 MB/s, Q0 - 235-469 MB/s |
| 6048 x 3200 (6K DCI 17:9) | Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 295 MB/s, 5:1 - 177 MB/s, 8:1 - 111 MB/s, 12:1 - 75 MB/s, Q0 - 221-441 MB/s |
| 6048 x 2520 (6K 2.4:1) | Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 233 MB/s, 5:1 - 140 MB/s, 8:1 - 88 MB/s, 12:1 - 59 MB/s, Q0 - 175-348 MB/s |
| 4096 x 3072 (Super 35 4:3) | Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 192 MB/s, 5:1 - 116 MB/s, 8:1 - 73 MB/s, 12:1 - 49 MB/s, Q0 - 145-288 MB/s |
| 4096 x 2160 (4K 16:9) | Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 144 MB/s, 5:1 - 87 MB/s, 8:1 - 55 MB/s, 12:1 - 37 MB/s, Q0 - 108-216 MB/s |
| 4096 x 2160 (4K DCI 17:9) | Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 136 MB/s, 5:1 - 82 MB/s, 8:1 - 52 MB/s, 12:1 - 35 MB/s, Q0 - 102-203 MB/s |
| 2112 x 1184 (Super 16 16:9) | Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 40 MB/s, 5:1 - 24 MB/s, 8:1 - 16 MB/s, 12:1 - 11 MB/s, Q0 - 30-59 MB/s |
| 1920 x 1080 | Blackmagic RAW 3:1 - 33 MB/s, 5:1 - 20 MB/s, 8:1 - 13 MB/s, 12:1 - 9 MB/s, Q0 - 25-49 MB/s |
| Software Included | Blackmagic OS, DaVinci Resolve Studio for Mac and Windows including activation key, Blackmagic Camera Setup, Blackmagic RAW Player, Blackmagic RAW QuickLook Plugin, Blackmagic RAW SDK, Blackmagic RAW Speed Test |
| Operating Systems | Mac 13.0 Ventura, Mac 14.0 Sonoma or later, Windows 10 and 11 |
| Power Supply | 1 x External 12V DC 60 W power supply |
| External Power Input | 1 x 2‑pin locking connector |
| Battery Type | BP-U series |
| Power | 11-19.5V |
| Optional Accessories | Blackmagic URSA Cine Handle, Blackmagic URSA Cine EVF, Blackmagic PYXIS Rosette Plate |
| Operating Temperature | 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20° to 45°C (-4° to 113°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 0% to 90% non-condensing |
| What's Included | Blackmagic PYXIS 6K PL Lens turret dust cap PYXIS Standard Plate PYXIS SSD Plate 60W power supply with locking connector and international adapters Welcome booklet DaVinci Resolve Studio activation key |
