PYXIS 12K camera

Full Frame 12K Sensor

Captures stunning 12K images using a large 36 x 24mm RGBW sensor with exceptional dynamic range.

L-Mount Lens Compatibility

Works natively with modern full frame L-Mount lenses from Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma, and supports adapters for added versatility.

Modular, Lightweight Design

Made from aerospace aluminum with multiple mounting points for easy rigging to gimbals, drones, cranes, and accessories.

Built-In 4" HDR Touchscreen

Lets you monitor, frame, and review shots in high resolution without the need for an external monitor.

Blackmagic RAW + H.264 Proxies

Records in high-quality RAW for post-production flexibility, while also creating proxies for quick sharing.

Dual CFexpress Card Slots

Allows fast, durable, and high-capacity recording with support for hot swapping cards during shoots.

Direct Cloud Upload with Blackmagic Cloud

Automatically uploads proxy footage in real time, enabling remote editing from anywhere in the world.

10G Ethernet & USB-C Mobile Data

Supports wired and mobile internet for live streaming or remote media sync during shooting.

Optional External Accessories

Supports Blackmagic PYXIS Monitor and URSA Cine EVF for enhanced monitoring and control flexibility.

Advanced Streaming Built-In

Stream directly to platforms like YouTube and Facebook with built-in RTMP/SRT functionality.

Flexible Shooting Formats

Record in 12K, 8K, 6K, 4K, and HD using the full sensor area or cropped windows for creative framing.

Professional Audio Support

Includes mini XLR input with phantom power for high-quality sound capture.

Global Sync & Collaboration

Sync footage globally via Blackmagic Cloud and DaVinci Resolve for real-time collaborative workflows.

General Specifications

36 x 24mm full-frame RGBW CMOS sensor

Maximum resolution: 12288 x 8040 (12K)

Sensor aspect ratios: 3:2 (open gate), 6:5 anamorphic, Super 35 crop (9K)

16 stops dynamic range

CNC machined aerospace aluminum body

Mounting: L-Mount (compatible with Leica, Panasonic, Sigma full-frame lenses)

Lens adapter support for expanded lens compatibility

Recording Formats

Blackmagic RAW at full 12-bit resolution

Simultaneous H.264 proxy recording

Resolutions: HD, DCI 4K, 6K, 8K, 12K

Frame rates: 12K (12288 x 8040) at 40 fps (3:2 open gate), 12K (12288 x 5112) at 60 fps (2.4:1), 8K and 6K various cropped modes, 4K (4096 x 2160) at 112 fps

Display and Monitoring

Built-in 4″ HDR LCD touchscreen, 1500 nit brightness, Full HD resolution

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

Optional URSA Cine EVF with 1920 x 1080 OLED and 4-element glass diopter

12G-SDI output for HDR and Ultra HD monitoring

Status overlay support on SDI output

Media and Connectivity

Dual CFexpress Type B card slots (hot-swappable)

USB-C expansion port for external SSD or mobile connection

10G Ethernet for high-speed wired data transfer

USB-C mobile data support via iOS/Android phones

Blackmagic Cloud support for global sync and real-time proxy uploads

Streaming & Remote Workflow

Built-in hardware streaming engine

Supports RTMP and SRT protocols

Direct streaming to YouTube, Facebook, X (Twitter), and more

Stream status and data rate display in LCD and EVF

Audio

1x professional mini XLR input with 48V phantom power

Built-in microphone

Additional 3.5mm stereo input

Power

Compatible with high-capacity BP-U series batteries

DC input via locking connector

Rigging and Expandability

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

Includes side plates with accessory thread mounts

SSD mount plate included for USB-C SSDs or smartphones

Included Accessories

Standard side plate (aluminum, threaded)

SSD mounting plate

Power supply

L-Mount body cap