Tell the difference between the Blackmagic BMPCC 6K and the new Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2. In terms of appearance, there is a great similarity, but new features have been added, including the moving screen and the battery with a longer life, at a price of $1,995, which is equivalent to 7,322 AED or 7,482 SAR.
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K was first released in 2019, followed by the release of the 6K Pro nearly two years later. Both cameras produce high-quality cinematography, but the latter offers a full suite of features, including an internal set of ND filters.
Now, the company has introduced an upgraded version of the original 6K model. This G2 version inherits some of the advanced features of 6K Pro and also comes with the new Blackmagic Camera 7.9 software.
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 Features
The new Blackmagic BMPCC 6K G2 camera is very similar to the Pro version. In fact, the two cameras share the same Super 35 sensor (6144 x 3456 pixels), dual native ISO capabilities, a Canon EF lens mount, recording formats (both BRAW and ProRes), and I/O connections. The biggest difference is the lack of ND filters built into the new 6K G2.
Compared to the original 6K, the camera now features a 5-inch adjustable LCD touch screen. Users can tilt it up or down to easily adapt to different shooting scenarios. Speaking of monitoring, the Blackmagic 6K G2 now supports the optional Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Pro EVF binoculars that are also compatible with the 6K Pro.
The endoscope has a built-in 1280 x 960 OLED display, features a glass diopter illuminator with ±4 focus adjustments, and offers a 70-degree swivel range. Moreover, it comes with 4 different eye variants that can easily adapt to the right or left eye.
Finally, battery life has also been improved. In fact, the camera now takes the larger NP-F570 batteries. Just like the 6K Pro, it is compatible with the additional Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Battery Pro Grip for longer power time.
Blackmagic Camera 7.9 software update
Along with the new 6K G2 model, Blackmagic has introduced a new software update that is also compatible with the Pocket Cinema Camera 4k, 6K and 6K Pro models. The update brings a redesigned interface with some improvements, including:
- Focusing support helps adjust intensity by scrolling
- Support for custom presets and LUTs to be preserved after software updates from this version onwards
- Optimize lens performance and autofocus
- Support for Blackmagic Design Zoom and Fox requirements
Additionally, the company has unveiled a secret feature that all these cameras have always had: gyro sensor data. This information is stored as metadata in a BRAW file and will soon be supported in DaVinci Resolve for snapshot stabilization.
Blackmagic BMPCC 6K G2 Camera Price
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 can be ordered now at $1,995, which is equivalent to 7,322 AED or 7,482 SAR.. The 6K Pro version is currently selling for $2,495. Included with the camera, you will get a full copy of DaVinci Resolve Studio video editing software.
You can also order the optional Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Pro EVF and the optional Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Pro Grip for $495 and $145, respectively.
Finally, Blackmagic Camera 7.9 software update is now available for free and can be downloaded from the company's support center.
What do you think of the new Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2? What other features would you like to see? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below!
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