Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera

10 reviews

Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 10 reviews of Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the design and image quality. The portability and price also get good feedback. Views are divided on the durability. Many are less positive about the size and battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K

You'll have a hard time finding fault with the quality of the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K's video, but the camera itself isn't a pleasure to use.

Captures video at 6K. High-quality Raw footage at up to 50fps. Supports 60fps at 4K. AC power option. Top and bottom tripod threads.

Subpar rear display. SLR mount limits lens options. Not a full-frame sensor. Rudimentary autofocus support. Large file sizes. Limited battery life.

Bottom Line: You'll have a hard time finding fault with the quality of the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K's video, but the camera itself isn't a pleasure to use.

Dec, 2019

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

That old Blackmagic puts raw video in your pocket

The company famous for its affordable 4K camera announces a $995 compact camera with a Micro Four Thirds lens mount that generates HD Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) and lossless compressed CinemaDNG raw files.

Apr, 2013

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Expert review by : Jason Miller (videomaker.com)

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 review: A beautiful image in a lackluster package

While the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 shoots incredible-looking video, it has some notable drawbacks.

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : Rob Redman (creativebloq.com)

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K review

Blackmagic camera review: Pocket Cinema Camera 6K

6K resolution ; DaVinci Resolve comes included in the box ; Excellent touchscreen menu system

Short battery life ; Fixed screen

Great quality, great features, great price. If you want an all-in-one cinema solution this is well worth a look.

Mar, 2020

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (computershopper.com)

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K

Captures video at 6K. High-quality Raw footage at up to 50fps. Supports 60fps at 4K. AC power option. Top and bottom tripod threads.

Subpar rear display. SLR mount limits lens options. Not a full-frame sensor. Rudimentary autofocus support. Large file sizes. Limited battery life.

You'll have a hard time finding fault with the quality of the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K's video, but the camera itself isn't a pleasure to use.

Dec, 2019

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Expert review by : Chris Monlux (videomaker.com)

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K – Hands-on Review

The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K offers heaps of features at a reasonable price. However, there are some major flaws you'll need to accept first. The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K offers heaps of features at a reasonable price. However,...

Affordable Price;6K RAW internal capture;EF lens mount;Intuitive menu

Battery life sucks;4K is only ProRes;6K is Only Blackmagic RAW;Low-quality build materials

Sep, 2019

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Expert review by : Creative Bloq (3dworldmag.com)

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K review

This Blackmagic camera is a full-on VFX studio in a box.

6K resolution ; DaVinci Resolve comes included in the box ; Excellent touchscreen menu system

Short battery life ; Fixed screen

Great quality, great features, great price. If you want an all-in-one cinema solution this is well worth a look.

Mar, 2020

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Expert review by : Valens Quinn (gadgetguy.com.au)

Review: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K gives indie filmmakers what they want and need, at a price that's just amazing.

Incredible 6K image performance and dynamic range;Very easy to use menu system;EF mount it good for Canon people;Output to SSD drives makes for fast workflows;5-inch screen and built in multi-channel audio recording mean you don't need to add your own

Battery life is nowhere near enough;5-inch screen doesn't articulate or fold out;You will probably need a rig for day to day use ;EF mount is not so good for non-Canon people

Sep, 2020

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