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Blackmagicdesign Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro User Manual

Blackmagicdesign Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
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Blackmagic
Pocket Cinema Camera
Includes Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro,
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K and
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Installation and Operation Manual
January 2021
English,
日本, Français, Deutsch, Español, 中文,
국어, Русский, Italiano, Português and Türkçe.

Table of Contents

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Blackmagicdesign Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor TypeSuper 35
Resolution6144 x 3456
Lens MountCanon EF
Dynamic Range13 stops
Screen Size5 inches
Screen Resolution1920 x 1080
Screen TypeLCD capacitive touchscreen
Sensor Size23.1mm x 12.99mm
ISO Range100 to 25, 600
Built-in ND Filters2, 4 and 6 stop ND filters
Storage MediaCFast 2.0, SD UHS-II, external USB-C drive
Internal RecordingBlackmagic RAW, ProRes
External RecordingUSB-C for external drive recording
Audio Input3.5mm, XLR (via adapter)
Audio Output3.5mm headphone jack
Power Input12V DC
Shutter Speed1/8000 to 1/1 second
Recording FormatsBlackmagic RAW, ProRes
Battery TypeLP-E6
Battery LifeApproximately 60 minutes

Summary

Getting Started and Setup

Attaching a Lens

Explains the process of attaching EF or Micro Four Thirds lenses to the camera.

Powering Your Camera

Details inserting batteries and using the AC adapter for camera operation.

Storage Media

Introduces the camera's storage options: SD cards, CFast cards, and USB-C flash disks.

CFast Cards

Explains the use of CFast 2.0 cards for high data rates and frame rates.

SD Cards

Details using UHS-I and UHS-II SD cards for recording compressed video and RAW formats.

USB-C flash disks

Describes using high-speed USB-C flash disks for extended recording times.

Preparing Media for Recording

Explains media formatting via camera or computer (Mac/Windows).

Recording and Camera Operation

Recording Clips

Explains the two record buttons and how to start/stop recording.

Blackmagic RAW

Details the Blackmagic RAW file format, its benefits, and metadata support.

Maximum Sensor Frame Rates

Lists maximum frame rates for models by resolution and codec.

Record Duration

Provides approximate record durations based on media, format, and frame rate.

Playback

How to play back recorded clips using the LCD touchscreen.

Camera Physical Layout

Identifies physical controls and ports on the camera's exterior.

Camera Front

Identifies controls on the front of the camera, including record buttons.

Right Side

Identifies ports and slots on the right side of the camera.

Left Side

Identifies ports on the left side of the camera.

Top Panel

Identifies controls on the top of the camera.

Camera Rear

Identifies controls on the rear of the camera.

Touchscreen Controls

Overview of the touchscreen interface and gesture-based operation.

LCD Monitor Options

How to access and adjust monitor settings like zebra, focus assist, etc.

Zebra

How to toggle zebra display and set the level for exposure assistance.

Focus Assist

How to toggle focus assist and set its level for LCD and HDMI output.

Frame Guides

How to toggle frame guides for composition and set options for HDMI output.

Grids

How to toggle grids (thirds, horizon, crosshair, dot) for composition.

Safe Area Guides

How to toggle safe area guides for broadcast compliance and framing.

False Color

How to toggle false color for exposure assistance and interpret its meaning.

Exposure Controls

Adjusting exposure using Shutter, Iris, ISO, and White Balance settings.

Shutter

Explains shutter indicator, angle vs. speed, flicker free options, and auto exposure.

Iris

Explains the Iris indicator, aperture control, and iris-based auto exposure.

ISO

Explains the ISO indicator and how to adjust ISO settings.

White Balance

Explains WB and TINT indicators, presets, and custom white balance.

Settings Menu

Accessing and navigating the camera's configuration menus.

Dashboard

Overview of the tabbed settings menu (record, monitor, audio, setup, presets, LUTs).

Record Settings

How to set video format, codec, resolution, and other recording parameters.

Codec and Quality

Explains codec choices (RAW, ProRes) and quality options.

Dynamic Range

Explains Film, Extended Video, and Video dynamic range settings.

Project Frame Rate

How project frame rate matches post-production workflow.

Sensor Area

Explains full vs. window sensor modes and their impact on field of view.

Off Speed Recording

How to set sensor frame rate independently for slow motion.

Preferred Card for Recording

Setting the default recording card (CFast, SD, or Fullest).

Stop Rec If Card Drops Frame

Configuring camera behavior when dropped frames are detected.

Timelapse

How to activate and configure the timelapse feature.

Monitor Settings

Adjusting status text, overlays for LCD, HDMI, and viewfinder.

Audio Settings

Adjusting audio input and monitoring settings.

Setup Settings

Accessing camera identification, software version, and other settings.

Set Function Button

Mapping function buttons to features, settings, and parameters.

Bluetooth® Connectivity

Explains wireless camera control via Bluetooth and the control app.

Controlling Your Camera with the Blackmagic Camera Control App

Using the iPad app to change settings, adjust metadata, and trigger record.

Factory Reset

How to reset the camera to default factory settings and recalibrate.

Presets

Saving and recalling up to 12 collections of camera settings.

3D LUTs

Importing, exporting, and applying 3D LUTs to camera outputs.

Entering Metadata

Saving clip metadata like settings, timecode, date, and time.

Reel, Scene, and Take

Managing reel, scene, and take metadata for organization.

Post-Production with DaVinci Resolve

Project Management and Editing

Setting up projects and performing basic editing with clips and titles.

Working with Blackmagic RAW Files

Maximizing flexibility in post-production with Blackmagic RAW files.

Color Correction

Introduction to the Color page for primary and secondary color correction using wheels and nodes.

Mixing Audio

Overview of mixing audio in DaVinci Resolve's Edit and Fairlight pages.

VFX and Compositing on the Fusion Page

Adding 2D/3D visual effects and motion graphics using nodes.

Exporting Your Edit

Sharing the final edited project through Quick Export or the Deliver page.

Camera Control and Utilities

Camera Control with ATEM Mini

Controlling Pocket Cinema Cameras via ATEM Mini and Software Control.

Blackmagic Camera Setup Utility

Instructions for updating camera software on Mac and Windows.

Media, Accessories, and Support

Recommended Recording Media

Lists recommended CFast, SD, and USB-C SSDs for various recording scenarios.

CFast 2.0 Cards

Recommended CFast 2.0 cards for specific recording formats and frame rates.

SD Cards

Recommended SD cards for specific recording formats and frame rates.

USB-C SSD

Recommended USB-C SSDs for specific recording formats and frame rates.

Using a Battery Grip

Adding a battery grip to extend shooting sessions and power options.

Help

Information on obtaining help via online support and checking software updates.

Safety Information

Important safety precautions regarding temperature, batteries, and power adapters.

Warranty

Details of the limited warranty for defects in materials and workmanship.

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