The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is a Blackmagic Micro Four Thirds camera released in 2018, built around a 4/3" 4K sensor (4096×2160) sensor. Key features include 4K video with Blackmagic RAW / BRAW. At 400g, this is one of the lightest M43 bodies available, 138g below the M43 average of 538g. Step up to the OM System OM-3 if you want more controls at the cost of 14g extra.
Best for: Everyday and casual photography
Pros
- Log profile (Blackmagic RAW / BRAW) for colour grading
Cons
- No in-body image stabilisation
- Contrast-detect AF only, slower on unpredictably moving subjects
- Not weather sealed
Specifications
| Body | |
| Brand | Blackmagic |
| Status | current |
| Released | 2018-09 |
| Weight | 400g |
| Dimensions | 178.2 × 72 × 57.8mm |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Screen | Fixed |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Description | 4/3" 4K sensor (4096×2160) |
| Megapixels | 4MP |
| Resolution | 4096 × 2160 |
| Viewfinder | |
| EVF | No |
| Stabilisation | |
| IBIS | No |
| Dual IS | No |
| Autofocus | |
| Phase detect | No |
| Subject recognition | No |
| Shooting | |
| Video | |
| 4K | Yes |
| 4K 60fps | No |
| Log | Blackmagic RAW / BRAW |
| Ports & storage | |
| Card slots | 1 |
| Card type | CFast 2.0 + SD UHS-II |
| HDMI | micro |
| Headphone jack | Yes |
| Mic port | Yes |
| WiFi | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Battery | LP-E6N compatible |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | $995 USD |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K have IBIS?
No. The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K does not have in-body image stabilisation. You will need a lens with OIS for any stabilisation benefit.
Is the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K weather sealed?
No. The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K does not have weather sealing. Take care in rain or dusty conditions.
Does the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K shoot 4K video?
Yes. The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K records 4K video at up to 30fps. It supports Blackmagic RAW / BRAW for colour grading.
Does the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K have phase-detect autofocus?
No. The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K uses contrast-detect autofocus. It is slower to lock on to moving subjects than phase-detect systems.
What card does the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K use?
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K has 1 card slot and accepts CFast 2.0 + SD UHS-II cards.
How much does the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K weigh?
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K weighs 400g (body only, with battery and card).