Blackmagic PYXIS 12K EF

The Blackmagic Design PYXIS 12K Cinema Box Camera features a massive 24 x 36mm full-frame RGBW sensor with a native 12,288 x 8040 resolution, combining it with the compact form factor of the PYXIS 6K. This large-format sensor delivers a cinematic look with shallow depth of field, offers a wide 16-stop dynamic range with Dual-Native ISO up to 25,600, and allows for flexible film formats including true 6 : 5 anamorphic without cropping. The camera can shoot in resolutions from HD up to 12K at 40 fps (3 : 2 open gate) and 8K at 112 fps, with an HFR button for quick frame rate changes. For ease of use, it features a built-in 4" full HD HDR LCD touchscreen with 1500 cd/m² brightness and on-board controls for ISO, white balance, and shutter, along with three customizable function buttons.

Designed for professional workflows, the PYXIS 12K is easy to rig, crafted from aerospace-grade aluminum with multiple 1/4" - 20 and 3/8" - 16 threads and customizable side plates. It ensures flexible recording with two built-in CFExpress Type-B slots and a USB-C expansion port for external media, all recording in post-production-friendly Blackmagic RAW and real-time H.264 proxies. Connectivity is expansive, featuring a 12G-SDI output, a fast RJ45 10 GbE Ethernet port for Blackmagic Cloud syncing and remote control, a Reference/Timecode input, and a locking 2-pin DC power connector alongside a Sony BP-U battery plate. The camera also includes Mini 3-pin XLR (+48V Phantom Power) and 3.5 mm microphone inputs, plus built-in support for live streaming via SRT and RTMP protocols.

Product Features in Detail

Massive 12K Full-Frame RGBW Sensor

The camera is built around a large 24 x 36mm full-frame RGBW sensor with a native resolution of 12,288 x 8040. This sensor provides a truly cinematic look with shallow depth of field, rich colors, and accurate skin tones, while its immense resolution enables flexible reframing in post-production.

Extreme Dynamic Range and Dual-Native ISO

The PYXIS 12K offers an exceptional 16 stops of dynamic range, preserving crucial detail in both the lightest and darkest areas of the scene. It features Dual-Native ISO with a maximum sensitivity of ISO 25,600, ensuring clean, low-noise imagery even in challenging low-light conditions.

High-Frame-Rate Flexible Recording

The camera supports a wide variety of resolutions and frame rates, including up to 12K at 40 fps (3 : 2 open gate) and 8K at 112 fps. It records in the highly efficient, post-production-friendly Blackmagic RAW format and includes a dedicated HFR (High Frame Rate) button for instant speed changes.

Professional Connectivity and Power Options

Connectivity is extensive, featuring a 12G-SDI output for external monitoring, a fast RJ45 10 GbE Ethernet port for Blackmagic Cloud or remote control, and a Reference/Timecode input. Power options include a locking 2-pin DC connector and a Sony BP-U battery plate, ensuring compatibility with professional power systems.

Built-in HDR Touchscreen and Controls

The camera incorporates a bright 4" full HD HDR LCD touchscreen with 1500 cd/m² brightness for clear viewing, even in sunlight. It also features dedicated onboard controls for key functions like ISO, white balance, and shutter, plus three customizable function buttons for a tailored workflow.

Robust, Rigging-Ready Box Form Factor

Crafted from lightweight aerospace-grade aluminum, the camera features a compact box design that is easy to rig. It includes multiple 1/4" - 20 and 3/8" - 16 threads and customizable side plates to easily attach grips, monitors, SSDs, and other production accessories.