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Blackmagicdesign Pocket Cinema Camera 4K User Manual

Blackmagicdesign Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
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Blackmagic
Pocket Cinema
Camera 4K
Installation and Operation Manual
September 2018

Table of Contents

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Blackmagicdesign Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor Size18.96 mm x 10 mm
Dynamic Range13 stops
Lens MountMicro Four Thirds
ISONative 400 and 3200
ISO Range100 to 25600
Resolution4096 x 2160
Shutter Speed1/8000 to 1/24
Frame RatesUp to 60 fps at 4K DCI, 120 fps at HD
Recording FormatsProRes, Blackmagic RAW
Screen5-inch touchscreen LCD
Audio InputMini XLR with phantom power, 3.5mm stereo input
Storage MediaSD UHS-II, CFast 2.0, USB-C external drives
External RecordingVia USB-C to external drives
ConnectivityUSB-C, HDMI, Mini XLR, 3.5mm audio
Dimensions178.1 mm x 96 mm x 85.5 mm
BatteryLP-E6 type

Summary

Getting Started

Attaching a Lens

Instructions for attaching MFT lenses to the camera mount.

Turning Your Camera On

Guide to powering the camera using batteries or AC adapter.

Storage Media

CFast Cards

Details on CFast 2.0 cards for high-speed recording.

SD Cards

Information on using UHS-I and UHS-II SD cards for recording.

USB-C flash disks

Connecting and using USB-C flash disks for recording.

Preparing Media for Recording

Steps for formatting storage media using the camera.

Recording

Recording Clips

How to start and stop recording using the camera's buttons.

Choosing the Recording Format

Selecting codecs like CinemaDNG RAW and Apple ProRes.

Record Duration

Tables showing approximate recording times based on format and media.

Camera Features

Camera Front

Description of record buttons, settings wheel, microphones, and lens mount.

Left Side

Details on microphone input, headphones jack, and HDMI out.

Top Panel

Describes mounting points, record button, and control dials.

Camera Rear

Explains touchscreen, iris, focus, HFR, and menu buttons.

Touchscreen Controls

LCD Monitor Options

Accessing settings for zebra, focus assist, frame guides, etc.

Zebra

Using zebra patterns to indicate overexposure.

Focus Assist

Visual aids to help achieve critical focus.

ISO

Adjusting light sensitivity for different lighting conditions.

White Balance

Adjusting camera's color balance to match lighting.

Playback Menu

Controls for playback and shuttle functionality.

Settings

Dashboard

Tabbed menu for accessing detailed camera settings.

Record Settings

Configuring codec, quality, resolution, dynamic range, and frame rate.

Audio Settings

Adjusting audio input sources, levels, and phantom power.

Setup Settings

Managing date/time, language, function buttons, and factory reset.

Entering Metadata

Slate

Using the slate to input clip and project metadata.

Lens Data

Information about the attached lens and manual entry options.

Using DaVinci Resolve

Importing your Clips

Steps for importing footage into DaVinci Resolve's media pool.

Working with RAW files

Benefits and flexibility of editing RAW files in post-production.

Editing your Clips

Creating timelines and arranging clips for editing.

Color Correcting your Clips

Techniques for adjusting image color and tone.

Blackmagic Camera Setup Utility

Updating Camera Software

Guide to installing and updating camera software on macOS and Windows.

Updating Your Camera’s Internal Software

Process for updating the camera's internal software via USB-C.

Help

Blackmagic Design Online Support Pages

Accessing manuals, software, and support notes online.

Safety Information

Safety Information

Precautions for using the camera in tropical locations and handling batteries.

Warranty

Limited Warranty

Details of the product's limited warranty period and coverage.

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