Next generation camera has a 6K digital sensor
Blackmagic Design has revealed the URSA Broadcast G2, a ‘next generation’ camera aimed at both traditional and online broadcasters.
It includes an advanced 6144 x 3456 digital film sensor that provides exceptional low light performance with dual gain ISO of up to +36dB as well as 13 stops of dynamic range. In addition it has H.265 and Blackmagic RAW file formats, Blackmagic generation 5 color science, as well as a USB-C expansion port for external disk recording.
It is available immediately from Blackmagic resellers worldwide for $3,995 (£2970.46).
The URSA Broadcast G2 has a 3 cameras in 1 design that allows it to work as a 4K production camera, a 4K studio camera or a 6K digital film camera, and it is compatible with all video software and broadcast media management systems. Customers can also change the lens mount.
URSA Broadcast G2 key features
- Native 6K sensor with 13 stops of dynamic range
- Up to +36dB ISO for incredible low light performance
- USB-C port allows recording directly to external disks
- Includes Blackmagic generation 5 color science
- Features incredible quality Blackmagic RAW recording
- Optional focus and zoom demands for lens control
- Compatible with new Blackmagic URSA Mini Recorder
- Includes full DaVinci Resolve Studio for post production
Blackmagic Design CEO Grant Petty said: “We’ve listened and the new URSA Broadcast G2 means that customers now don’t have to choose between a broadcast focused camera design or digital film images. With URSA Broadcast G2, they get both. URSA Broadcast G2 can be used as a production camera, a studio camera or a digital film camera, so it’s really 3 cameras in 1.
“We think both traditional and online broadcast customers are going to really enjoy the creativity of being able to shoot Hollywood quality digital film.”
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