Blackmagic Design Releases URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF: A Powerful Tool for Video Professionals
Blackmagic Design has announced the release of its newest camera, the URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF. Aimed at video professionals and filmmakers, the camera's new color science and optical low-pass filter help to provide more accurate and lifelike colors, while the multiple mounting options and built-in audio capabilities make it easier to use in the field. The URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF offers many improvements over its predecessor, the URSA Mini Pro, including a higher resolution, a larger sensor, and a more powerful processing engine.
The URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF features a 12,288 x 6480 Super 35 sensor, which is capable of recording footage at up to 12k resolution. This is an improvement over the 4.6k sensor found in the previous model. The camera also features a new color science that has been developed to provide more accurate and lifelike colors in footage. This is achieved through the use of Blackmagic Design's Generation 5 Color Science, which has been developed over many years of research and development.
Some Camera Features:
12,288 x 6480 Super 35 sensor
14 stops of dynamic range
Up to 12k resolution at 60 fps
New color science with Blackmagic Design Generation 5 Color Science
New optical low-pass filter (OLPF) to reduce moiré and aliasing
ProRes and Avid DNxHD recording formats
High resolution touchscreen for camera settings and built-in tools
Multiple mounting options, including 3/8-inch and 1/4-inch screw mounts and ARRI-compatible rosettes
Four built-in microphones and XLR audio inputs
Built-in ND filters with IR compensation
In addition to the higher resolution and improved color science, the URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF also features a new optical low-pass filter (OLPF) that has been designed to reduce moiré and aliasing in footage. This is particularly useful when shooting fabrics, patterns, or other fine details that can cause these types of artifacts in footage.
The camera's processing engine has also been upgraded, with the addition of a new Blackmagic RAW 2.0 codec that is capable of recording at up to 12k resolution. This codec is designed to provide maximum flexibility in post-production, with a wide range of adjustment options for color, exposure, and other parameters. The camera is also capable of recording in ProRes and Avid DNxHD formats, providing even more options for post-production.
Resolutions and Frame Rates:
12k DCI (12,288 x 6480) at 60 fps
8k DCI (8192 x 4320) at 110 fps
4k DCI (4096 x 2160) at 220 fps
4k UHD (3840 x 2160) at 220 fps
2k DCI (2048 x 1080) at 440 fps
HD (1920 x 1080) at 440 fps
The URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF is designed with the camera operator in mind, with a range of features that make it easy to use in the field. The camera features a large, high-resolution touchscreen that provides access to all of the camera's settings, as well as a range of built-in tools for focus, exposure, and other parameters. The camera also features an ergonomic design that makes it easy to hold and operate, even for extended periods of time.
The URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF features a range of mounting points, including standard 3/8-inch and 1/4-inch screw mounts, as well as ARRI-compatible rosettes. This makes it easy to mount the camera on a variety of rigs, including tripods, gimbals, and shoulder mounts. Videographers and camera operators will appreciate the camera's ability to capture footage at high resolutions, which is increasingly important in corporate video production. The URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF is capable of capturing footage at up to 12k resolution, providing plenty of flexibility in post-production. The camera's high-resolution sensor also allows for large format shooting, which can be particularly useful for corporate videos that are intended for use on large screens or in presentation settings.
Blackmagic RAW 2.0 codec: This codec is designed to provide high-quality, efficient compression for high-resolution footage. Blackmagic RAW 2.0 supports compression ratios from 18:1 to 1:1, giving you a lot of flexibility in terms of how much compression you want to apply to your footage. The codec also provides a wide color gamut and dynamic range, allowing you to capture more detail and color information in your shots.
High resolution touchscreen: The touchscreen allows you to control camera settings, access built-in tools, and preview footage in high resolution. The touchscreen is also customizable, so you can set it up to display the information and controls you need most. The high resolution of the touchscreen (1920 x 1080) makes it easier to see details in your footage and adjust settings accurately.
Built-in ND filters: The camera has built-in ND filters with IR compensation, which help to reduce the amount of light entering the camera. This can be useful when shooting in bright sunlight or other high-contrast situations, as it allows you to maintain a shallow depth of field and avoid overexposure. The IR compensation helps to prevent color shifts that can occur when using ND filters.
Dual card slots: The URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF has two CFast 2.0 card slots and two UHS-II SD card slots, providing a lot of storage options for your footage. The dual card slots also allow you to record simultaneously to both cards, providing a backup for camera crews in case one card fails or becomes full.
Improved audio capabilities: The camera has four built-in microphones and XLR audio inputs, allowing you to capture high-quality audio directly from the camera. It also has improved audio controls, including the ability to adjust audio levels and apply high-pass filters. This can be useful when shooting in noisy environments or when the camera operator or videographer doesn't have a separate audio recorder on set.
USB-C expansion port: Provides additional connectivity options for video professionals. This port allows camera operators to connect external accessories and devices to the camera, such as SSD recorders, external hard drives, and other peripherals. The USB-C expansion port supports USB 3.1 Gen 2, which provides fast data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gb/s. This makes it ideal for transferring large amounts of data, such as high-resolution video files, quickly and efficiently. In addition to the USB-C expansion port, the camera also features other connectivity options, including multiple SDI outputs, a 12G-SDI output, a headphone jack, and a 12-pin lens control connector.
The Blackmagic Design URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF camera also features an interchangeable lens mount, allowing you to use a variety of lenses depending on your shooting needs. The camera includes a PL mount as standard, which is commonly used in the film industry and is compatible with a wide range of professional cinema lenses. Additionally, you can purchase separately available lens mounts for EF, F and B4 mount lenses, allowing camera operators and video crews to use lenses from a variety of manufacturers
Additional Features and Capabilities:
Improved color science with Blackmagic Design Generation 5 Color Science
New optical low-pass filter (OLPF) to reduce moiré and aliasing
Blackmagic RAW 2.0 codec for recording at up to 12k resolution
ProRes and Avid DNxHD recording formats
High resolution touchscreen for camera settings and built-in tools
Dual CFast 2.0 card slots and dual UHS-II SD card slots
Built-in ND filters with IR compensation
Improved ergonomics for easier use in the field
Improved audio capabilities with four built-in microphones and XLR audio inputs
High-speed recording at up to 440 fps in HD and 2k DCI resolutions
Some Optional Accessories:
Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12k Viewfinder: Attaches directly to the camera and provides a clear, detailed image for precise focusing and framing.
Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12k OLED Viewfinder: A high-resolution OLED viewfinder that provides accurate colors and deep blacks, making it ideal for critical color grading and monitoring.
Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12k Shoulder Kit: A complete shoulder rig kit for camera operators that includes a shoulder mount, top handle, and side hand grip.
Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12k Battery Plate: A battery plate that attaches to the back of the camera and allows you to use V-mount or Gold mount batteries for extended shooting times.
Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12k SSD Recorder: An external SSD recorder that attaches to the camera and provides additional recording options and faster transfer speeds.
Whether you're a camera operator, videographer, or part of a camera team, the Blackmagic Design URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF offers a lot of flexibility and control over your footage. Its high resolution, high frame rates, and advanced features make it a great choice for shooting corporate videos, documentaries, and other types of professional video shoots and scenarios.
These are just a few of the features of the Blackmagic Design URSA Mini Pro 12k OLPF that make it a powerful and versatile camera for video professionals. You can read a lot more details about the camera by visiting Blackmagic Design's website directly here.
The new Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12K OLPF is available now and currently priced at $6,385 (around €5.800,00)
