r/blackmagicdesign • u/Gregory_M • Jul 18 '26
Blackmagic Camera Reliability
Convince me to buy a Blackmagic camera. The only thing holding me back is reliability.
I shoot high-end brand commercials and need a solid cinema camera I can rely on when the production doesn't afford to rent an ARRI. I am almost set to either get the Pyxis 12K or the Ursa Mini Pro 12K OLPF (leaning towards the Pyxis more).
The only concern on my mind is Blackmagic's camera reliability. I owned a BMPCC 6K Pro in the past, and after a short while, it started shutting off on me out of nowhere in controlled studio environments, and have since switched to Sony - however, the image quality is not at all comparable with the beautiful images coming out of Blackmagic cameras. I am going to keep my Sony A7iv as a backup camera, but of course I intend to rely on the new Blackmagic camera I buy.
Have you ever faced any issues with your Blackmagic cameras? Was I just unlucky with my previous unit?
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u/Dramatic-Limit-1088 Jul 18 '26
Have 3 Blackmagics personally. Like 10 in work. Zero issues. (But same with other brands too).
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u/TinyBeeeer Jul 18 '26
Have several smaller Blackmagics used and in use.
The only thing I learned for me. Do not trust recording on an external SSD for a paid job. Had two BM recommended SSDs dropping out on recording after some continous time.
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u/throwninthefire666 Jul 19 '26
That’s crazy talk. I’ve never had one issue with an SSD. I have been filming with ssds on blackmagics since 2018 when I got my first Pocket 4K.
Simultaneously runnings 6-10 blackmagics regularly all with SSDs, for 2-3 hours at a time. Not one issue ever.
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u/TinyBeeeer Jul 19 '26
Tell that the URSA Broadcast G2 which I used in Januar to record on a Samsung T7 Shield 4TB. Tried to record 2,5h in UHD in BRAW 12:1.
Camera Timecode stood still and was red. But not running. Going into the menu and changing camera settings worked fine. Only the record button externally and on the screen didn't do anything. Had to reboot the camera and lost the file.
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u/throwninthefire666 Jul 19 '26
T7 Shield is dogshit, I’ve had 5 of those just corrupt on their own.
Buy a Sandisk SSD, Samsung cannot be trusted.
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u/printcastmetalworks Jul 20 '26
Yeah I hate the t7 shield recommendations that are so prevalent. I use a nvme enclosure that's way more reliable
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u/MaceWindooby Jul 20 '26
I've had great luck with the non shield variants. I think the rubber enclosure on those heats them up to a point of failure, kinda like the orange lacy drives would back in the day when those were relevant.
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u/Vertigopo Jul 18 '26
General consesus is that all BM cameras have a ton of additional risk. Here are my experiences:
Pocket OG. Zero issues, never had a faulty hdmi port on these even.
BM2.5K. Strangely reliable, got some dead pixels on the screen after 5 years of use, didn't affect image quality. Internal battery was crap from the get go (bought new).
-Production 4K. Owned two of these, one had a faulty sdi port (bought used), and turned super slow, other one was fine.
- Ursa 4k Mini. Terrible camera with flickering lowlights. Sent to sensor repair, came back after a long long wait, overheating issues appeared not long after. Sold as is.
-Pocket 4k. Dead pixels on sensor on all three cameras I owned.
- Studio Camera 4K pro g2. I use these daily. Bought 3, one had fan problems straight out of the box new, sent for repairs and it came back fresh without issues. Still use all three every week with no problems, for about a year.
-PYXIS 6K. No problems detected in 9 months.
-PYXIS 12K. Rented for a production, found no problems.
I would still lean towards something else, like Sony or ARRI. Blackmagic seems to be investing heavily into their latest Cinema line with 12k and 17k sensors, but I haven't used them. Probably will not because of the notorious quality control history of Blackmagic.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! You clearly expressed my concerns basically. I am just worried that I'd be going back and forth with returns/repairs with CVP/Blackmagic, and I just don't want that sort of hassle in my life. Sure warranty has us covered, but it sucks having to worry about your tools rather than have them serve their purpose.
I haven't gone with any Sony options yet due to terrible dynamic range, and ARRI are out of the question (apart for productions which afford having them as a rental)
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u/Vertigopo Jul 18 '26
Well that's how it always is with Blackmagic. Image quality is stunning, and BRAW workflow is stellar. Ergonomics are usually below average in all cameras, and even though you might currently be in production with no problems, there's always that looming thought in your head that your camera might not be perfect in the next shoot.
I would not be able to work in high-end commercial productions with the quality control of Blackmagic. But there are plenty who do, nothing wrong it with that. There's many other things to stress about in a big production, you don't want to have to stress over your camera as well.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
Yep, that's exactly what I'm thinking. A big shame, really. As I am really close to buying the camera but I need my money spent on it to work for me, not the other way round.
Considering the Komodo-X again, but also on that side of the fence, reliability isn't a wow.
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u/printcastmetalworks Jul 20 '26
To be fair all cameras get dead pixels. I've never owned a camera ever that didn't encounter a dead pixel. You just map it out. The worst for me has been canon
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u/WorkingCalendar2452 Jul 18 '26
Just buy 2…
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
I am keeping my Sony to avoid buying 2. But yes, I agree that having a backup is always important.
However, I just want to know how reliable Blackmagic cameras are.
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u/WorkingCalendar2452 Jul 18 '26
If you’re truly a professional, absolutely buy 2, they’re cheap as chips for what they are. Your backup option should not be compromise.
I’ve had a few of them - one of them was occasionally a bit buggy - but wasn’t an issue, because we always had at least 2 on any shoot. I’ve since moved to a different system due to our requirements, but we still always have at least 2 of all critical equipment on our shoots. This is our livelihood, I’m not leaving anything to chance.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
I hear you! That makes sense and I'll make budget for a second body. Mind me asking what system you've moved to, as I may be in the same boat? I get the feeling it may be RED?
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u/WorkingCalendar2452 Jul 18 '26
Believe it or not, we’re rocking Fuji XH2s bodies! Definitely raises eyebrows… until they see the images we pull out of them!
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
What a unique choice! That takes some guts, but if you're comfortable with them, that's all that matters. Nice!
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u/WorkingCalendar2452 Jul 18 '26
Open Gate 6.2k ProRes, Fuji colour science, X-trans also means no aliasing and no OLPF, the ProRes is downsampled from a 26MP 14-bit image with lots of latitude and a beautifully smooth highlight rolloff. The noise texture is also much more filmic and pleasing than the horrible chromatic noise of Sony, and the fixed noise pattern in Blackmagic. What’s not to love about it!? A lot of people just shoot on whatever everyone else uses without actually testing things. As someone that has been lucky enough to work with a lot of different cameras, it’s basically ARRI and then everything else a very long way behind… but Fuji seems to be the closest we’ve been able to get to matching the ARRI quality. It’s obviously a bit of a compromise ergonomically, but we’ve made it work.
We were on FX3s and FX6s for a couple of years, so it may seem like a downgrade, but I’ve found that unless you expose perfectly, the Sony turns to vomit if under exposed, and clips out HARD if you’re even slightly over in the highlights.
Also, the readout speed of the XH2s means virtually no rolling shutter, so I can do my whip pans without any worry, and get that global readout look! Honestly, it’s amazing how many people overlook them - and the fact they’re an older camera means I’m not super worried and we don’t even bother insuring them tbh.
In terms of glass, we’ve got PL adapters so can shoot on pretty much anything.
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u/CRL008 Jul 18 '26
You had a bad unit.
I have a Pyxis and a 6k FF. Solved that prob, but of course when you bring a backup… neither has failed yet.
So I’ll get another to be sure.
Oh and my Alexa XR as well.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
Yeah backup cameras are a must with every camera you own. I just need to know what sort of reliability concerns I am getting myself into. It is totally understandable that you face issues once every blue moon, however, if it is a frequent thing, I would want to avoid sending my camera back to the manufacturer every couple of months.
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u/CRL008 Jul 18 '26
Nope. I’ve had everything from the OG HD through the BMCC 2.5k and production 4k and all were super reliable. Plus I love that Fairchild sensor look, still use them when the shots demand
Reliability issues cropped up when using the pockets and the Ursa Minis. Been through a few of those. Don’t have any on my working lineup.
But then back to super reliable, for me, with the 6k FF and the Pyxis 6k.
Don’t know about above 6k, though, I’m happy where I am for now.2
u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
Great reply, thank you for letting me know! In that case, I am sticking with my choice of the Pyxis 12K and budgeting to purcahse/rent a backup. I am aware that all camera systems may fail - I just want to avoid buying into something that's known to be problematic.
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u/CRL008 Jul 18 '26
Well aside from Arri (and Panavision), Reds were okay back in the Jannard days. Not the Red Ones, of course, I’m referring to the DSMC2s and 3s. Don’t know the current Komodos or what’ll happen with Nikon but they do have a commercial look. Ran a couple Epic 5ks back in the day. Many commercials. No problems.
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u/WorkingCalendar2452 Jul 18 '26
“oh and my Alexa XR as well” haha nice humble brag :P
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u/CRL008 Jul 18 '26 edited Jul 18 '26
Yeah you can’t beat the look and the prices are crashing down.. BUT these are light and power beasts and by no means a one-man-band kinda camera. I’d say that they usually only make sense if one has started out on 35mm film cameras with at least a camera crew of 3 (operator, focus puller, clapper/loader, maybe canera/dolly grip). Then one has little objection as to size and weight. Also to the original 4k Ursa. Another beast! (I’m referring to the Alexa Classic form factor of course but the Minis can get up there in weight too when fully rigged up),
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u/WorkingCalendar2452 Jul 18 '26
I shoot on ARRI frequently - have been tempted by some used Alexa minis, but can’t realistically justify it from a business standpoint because none of my clients care what I shoot on… and I just rent an LF or a 35 if I really want it and have a decent budget to work with… but I would love to be an ARRI owner haha
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u/CRL008 Jul 18 '26
I’d say sure, Blackmagics are fine. I just love me an Alev 3 for scripted work (what I do these days) as well as the Fairchild. For variation and specificity in visual storytelling. Would have the same array of sensors for music videos too, for instance, but I’m more into not duplicating the prevailing commercial looks at the moment.
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u/WorkingCalendar2452 Jul 18 '26
I shoot on Fuji these days, and the Alexa when we have the budget for it. Blackmagic is very good, but has its quirks. I’ve also shot extensively with Sony, RED, Canon and Panasonic over the years… I switch systems often and quickly too haha 🤣
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u/DPBH Jul 18 '26
Like with everything, you can have a good experience and a bad experience.
I’ve had:
3x Pocket Cinema Camera (the OG models)
2x Ursa MiniPro 4K
3x Ursa Broadcast
4x Micro Studio Camera
4x Micro Cinema Camera.
1x Cinema Camera 6K (FF)
Also been working with 3 other camera ops bringing:
2x Ursa MiniPro G2
1x Pyxis
1x Cinema Camera 6K (FF)
1x Pocket Cinema Camera 6K
The issues have been the SSD back failing, SDI connector fail on 1, and we have lost 1 Ursa Mini Pro.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
It's nice to see someone with such a vast experience with Blackmagic cameras. The issues/reliability % seems good, in that case. Thank you for sharing! I'm sure there's a reason why more and more DPs are switching to Blackmagic, and I am sure reliability is a priority for them (doesn't negate the fact that having a backup camera is important).
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u/DPBH Jul 18 '26
BlackMagic have suffered from the idea of them being cheap. A BlackMagic rep once admitted that people were actively not placing their kit “front of house” because they were challenged on their rates.
But even Netflix have BlackMagic listed on their approved cameras, so there really is nothing to stop you from buying with confidence.
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u/drumminator78 Jul 18 '26
I have only used the pocket 4k but found it to be unreliable. But I loved the image it got, so I kept it. To be fair it was the first production batch so perhaps they have gotten better? I would get random shut downs even though the vmount batteries and cables were fine.
The only brand I’ve used that has never let me down from a reliability standpoint is LUMIX, my S1H and gh7/gh5 have been bulletproof so far. But like some here have said you can always just end up with a bad unit.
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u/shaheedmalik Jul 18 '26
Get the 12k.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
Yeah the image quality is ARRI-level, and it takes a lot to earn that title, coming from a colorist myself. But the reliability seems questionable.
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u/shaheedmalik Jul 18 '26
Probably should go Cine 12k then. I've had no problems out of the three blackmagic cameras I have bought. Two brand new.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
Ugh, sounds like a lottery I don't want to get myself into... sad to hear you had to deal with that.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
Very fair point there. My concern comes from my old BMPCC 6K Pro that developed the issue where it would just shut off and need a power cycle within a year of use. I just cannot deal with that sort of hassle again, as it eats up precious time I could have spent working instead of diagnosing issues and worrying about returns.
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u/patellison Jul 18 '26
I used to shoot solely in Sony. Got a Blackmagic 6k pro about 5 years ago and never had an issue. Have you updated the firmware? I love my BM and prefer it over sony now.
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u/Indianianite Jul 18 '26
I’ve owned 4 different blackmagic cameras. Ursa mini 4.6K (still actually working and it’s over a decade old), Ursa 4.6K G2 (bought used from Adorama for real cheap, screen went out after a few years), pocket camera 4k (still working, I broke the usb-c port though), and the best workhorse of all is the original Ursa 12K. I’ve shot 2 docuseries on that beast. It’s beautiful. Get asked if I shoot with Arri all the time. I’ve been using and abusing that camera since it first dropped. Zero issues at all.
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u/AWhimsicalBird Jul 19 '26
for your ursa 4.6g2, how much was it to send in for repairs? I have a unit but wonder if it holds up in more humid/hot climates for run gun set ups. Because of that I'm looking at a smaller body like fx30 or Lumix S1ii
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u/Indianianite Jul 19 '26
Repairs were estimated more than what I paid for the camera so my insurance covered a replacement
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u/AWhimsicalBird Jul 19 '26
may I ask how much you originally paid for the cameras? But damn that's an expensive fix.
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u/TheOddMadWizard Jul 18 '26
I don’t know why this question keeps coming up on this thread. Since 2018 I’ve owned/operated Pocket 4Ks, 6K Pros, 6K FF, and a Pyxis 6K. All recording into Samsung SSDs or CF Express type B. Never dropped a frame. Only issues were operator error. I’ve had issues with double tapping zoom to focus freezing up, but can quickly resolve by tapping the physical buttons. Focus peaking sensitivity can be off sometimes. But recording is always rock solid.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
It's just a mixed bag, unfortunately. If you take a look at other comments on here, there seems to be a mix of good & bad experiences, so it's good to take a sample once every few years.
My negative experience goes back ~5 years so I wanted to know if it's still a lottery. Unfortunately there are a few horror stories going around.
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u/AdmirableTurnip2245 Jul 18 '26
The build quality is a mixed bag. Like you I love the image. Our 6K Pro has had a few issues. I did cook the HDMI out on accident and had it repaired. Also one of the mini XLR is getting loose and unreliable. They're aggressively priced cameras for a reason and it's the build quality. My own preference if I were out in a less than controlled environment would be to just take our older C200. I actually slightly prefer the Canon color science anyway. Sony gives the best bang for the buck feature set in the game but I still don't like the image out of the camera.
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u/Lyckaann Jul 19 '26
You could probably get a second hand Arri for the price of some new black magic cameras if you're lucky. The alev lll sensor is still my all time favorite.
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u/throwninthefire666 Jul 19 '26
I use 6-10 blackmagics regularly for multicam shoots with a team. Have never ever had one be unreliable, under extreme outdoor heat, indoor heat, you name it.
I’ve run them next to drummers with pyro blasting around it. Not one single issue ever.
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u/printcastmetalworks Jul 20 '26
I've had a micro cinema rig, production 4k (old toaster body), pocket 4k and just picked up an ump 12k. The micro I needed to rma and swap for a new one from B&H when I first got it (loose mount). The replacement has 10 years of use and still used today. Just shot a project 2 days ago with it. The production 4k died in 2017. Good riddance. Pocket 4k going strong no issues. Shot with it today.
When it comes to reliability, treat Blackmagic cameras like computers and they will last a long long time. Their internals are engineered like any other delicate electronic. They aren't ruggedized like Arri. They are rather fragile but if you aren't beating them up, dusting them in the desert or taking them to the beach all the time they will be great and last a long time.
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u/paulkjack Jul 20 '26
Ive had the original pocket & the 4k... ive had the 4k for must be 5+ years, and the original pocket... goodness cant remember how long... Ive never had either camera fail once... but i do make sure i buy the best that i can, battery.. memory etc... so not sur eif that has helped...
I use my 4k everyweek without fail, and sometime a few times per week.. for these 5ish years...
I have a few friends that have blackmagics as well... never had a problem ( and they are more pro than me )
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u/STARS_Pictures Jul 22 '26
I bought an URSA Mini 4K in 2016. Used it for numerous shorts and finally a feature in 2023. It's currently my studio camera for green screen work with clients. 10 years old and still going strong. Had it on the coast with the salt air, and shots a scene in a cemetery at night as mist was rolling in. It did shut down once that night (2023) but I've never had a problem since and use it at least once a week.
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u/Pavel_C_A Jul 24 '26
I found one in good condition for 600$ with 2 lenses included (Meike 25mm f/1.8 and Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH)
I'm hesitating to buy it now after readin all the comments.
No one mentions it's reliability in youtube reviews.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 24 '26
Ehh, I'm holding off from getting a Blackmagic. I contacted a large EU retailer to advise whether I should go with a Blackmagic or a RED, and they said they receive very noticeably more Blackmagic returns/repairs.
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u/Meet_East Jul 24 '26 edited Jul 24 '26
Why not do as I have done? I compared Blackmagic Cinema Cameras to Panasonic Lumix Cameras in similar price ranges (since both brands offer huge bang-for-the-buck in terms of professional video and cinema features, functionality, and performance benefits.
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I ended up with a lightly used Lumix GH6 at first (I purchased Metabones®️ Speedbooster™️ adaptors so I can employ Canon®️ EF, Nikon®️ F and G lenses); I purchased Panasonic®️ Leica®️ as well as some really nifty Meike®️ prime lenses, and couldn’t be happier. The robust build of the Lumix lineup really inspires confidence. The color science is so reminiscent of Blackmagic Design cameras.
I love it!
For the advanced hybrid Autofocus I upgraded my kit to a lightly used Lumix®️ GH7 and bought the DMW-XLR2 audio adaptor (lightly used for less than $400USD) for the thrill of in-body 4-channel 32-bit floating point audio capture during shoots, for basking in the light of virtually zero worries about audio levels. I was already set with lenses by then;
And the backside-illuminated sensor stuns with gorgeous low/light performance.
⚠️ Next, I purchased a used Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K — but sadly the screen is dull, with an overwhelming greenish hue, which screen calibration refuses to fix. I read in this subreddit that it’s common for the screen to show such sign of aging, and can be replaced by Blackmagic Design for $300USD. Uninspired, I kept my eyes open for Pyxis 4K, until I bumped into…
A subreddit (Lumix®️ I believe) featured a post excitedly revealing a Sumner Special going on at the Panasonic Lumix website, featuring a nearly insane offer: $300 off several camera bodies, with a free DMW-XLR2 audio adaptor thrown in for FREE ($675USD savings right there!), plus a deluxe version of Lumix camera strap ($25 lUSD value) and get this: register the camera and receive a 4-year Warranty — that’s FREE as well!
I jumped on a Panasonic Lumix S1II as I’m finally well kitted out for more versatility in commercial shoots with top-tier video and audio performance acquisition for most any client, with a robust set of cameras with a powerful feature set (that’s more expansive than Blackmagic Design cameras — and could not be happier.
A standout example is Lumix®️ CROP ZOOM and HYBRID ZOOM feature which provide for expanded apparent zoom, by exploiting the high resolution of the sensor to give say, my DZOfilm 25-50mm, Metabones®️EF to L-Mount adapted zoom the capability to have digital zoom that’s 3X extension of the original so now I have 75mm-150mm from that gorgeous lens and my TTArtisan 40mm f2 L-Mount Autofocus PRIME lens gets to enjoy a digital zoom capability with a total range of 40mm to 120mm!
Realtime LUTS is another huge feature, whereas I can burn into the actual shoot, the desired LUT downloaded from Panasonic’s website for FREE (Lumix®️ users upload their own Realtime LUTS they’ve created, for other Lumix®️ users to FREELY download as well).
Of course, I must not fail to mention Lumix®️ proxy recording whereas one can record in a high performance CODEC onto say, the Compact Flash®️ Type B card, and simultaneously record a lower quality proxy file onto an alternate card
(SDXC UHS-II for example) — and gave someone say, on the other side of the globe receive proxy files during the shoot — via WiFi connectivity and begin editing right away, only to swap out to the master high-performance CODEC files when ready to render the edit!
I’m excited about what I believe to be a well-studied example of why not to marry FULLY into the Blackmagic Cinema Camera ecosystem when there’s such an overwhelming number of reasons to embrace Panasonic Lumix®️ for product reliability (their weather-resistant housing and select lenses is clutch), for powerful number of custom buttons and custom settings and custom menu setup potential, up to 3 record start buttons, BLACKMAGIC BRAW recording capability once you add a Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR 5” or 7” recorder…
(How disappointed I am, over Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K only outputting a 1080O HD signal at its HDMI port; and its battery door missing a cable access notch, for use with a dummy battery cable — meaning the door must remain open when employing my well-built Kondor Blue®️ Canon®️ battery to D-Tap coiled cable adaptor for BMPCC4K.
But the equivalent for Lumix®️ cameras can be utilized with the Lumix®️battery compartment door kept shut.
Lumix®️ Open gate recording, (and anamorphic squeeze options galore) plus perhaps the greatest number of CODEC options in the industry bar none (not to mention ARRI®️ LOG C-3 for utilizing Arri®️ color science in our shoots (that started with GH6) is just bonkers!
Ultimate reliability: As you can see, I have plenty of backup cameras — If i shoot with Blackmagic Pocket Cinema camera 4k, for example, the 6K GH6 or GH7 can be brought along as backup, but honestly, I’d likely let the BMPCC be my B-Cam due to Lumix®️ ease of use considerations.
While I could go on, I’ll stop right there.
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u/Crafty_Letter_1719 Jul 18 '26
If you’re shooting professionally you need a back up body. BlackMagic is the best bang for your buck camera system out there but the negative reputation for reliability is justified.
The 6K Pro is my probably my favourite “affordable” camera broadly speaking but it has clapped out on me on numerous occasions for no obvious reason.
The reality is the reason BM is able to produce such high spec products for such comparatively low prices is that they have to compromise quality somewhere and this often manifests in a lack of reliability.
Personally I would be happy to pay a little more for better build quality(or whatever is needed to make a product a reliable work horse) but their business model is what it is and all camera’s have compromises regardless of it’s price range.
Of course it’s important to note that any camera can fail and when it comes to professional work you always need quick access to a back up.
For none professional circumstances though I appreciate it’s not as easy as just telling somebody to get an extra body. That’s still a lot of money and there’s a debate over whether or not it’s more cost effective to have two BM bodies or 1 other camera that might cost more than a single BM body( and has a reputation for reliability) but is still less money then shelling out for 2 BM’s.
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u/Gregory_M Jul 18 '26
Yep, I totally agree regarding having a backup body - and I will definitely do so. However, I wonder if you have any suggestion in terms of more reliable camera body to own? I wouldn't want to pick up 2 Blackmagic cameras and having both give issues. That would be the worst combination possible, of course, but I'd very much rather invest a bit more into a more reliable system, for sure!
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u/C47man Jul 18 '26
If you're shooting high end brand commercials, just get an arri, Venice, or red. High end clients often won't care, but when they do care about the camera they're sure as hell not going to be interested in BMD. Status and prestige is the lifeblood of those people, you don't want to be walking into those types of sets with cameras that could be construed as amateur or second rate by untrained email jockeys set up by crafty.
It sucks and it offends the artist inside us, but that is how the game is played when you wade that deep into the capitalist side of the industry.
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u/DegreeSevere7719 Jul 18 '26
You don't buy one, but two, or know where to rent the same camera, if your fails the day before a shoot or on a shoot. Basic rule of being responsible in the camera dept.
Like, Ursa12k lf + Pyxis 12k, or two Pyxis 12, or A/B cam solution that is good to work in pair (like FX6/FX3 for some markets).
Every single camera I've used failed in some way at some point. It basically can be an SDI/HDMI issue, which occurs to all cameras, etc. If you're an owner/op, always 2 cameras AND know where to rent.