In a nutshell
Capture epic cinematic 4.6K footage with 15 stops of dynamic range using the Blackmagic URSA, a revolutionary high-end digital film camera. The Blackmagic URSA is extremely versatile, suitable for large film crews, as well as single person use.
The URSA 4.6K is the flagship 4K Raw & ProRes camera from Blackmagic Design, announced at the largest film & video industry trade show, NAB 2015 in Las Vegas. The new camera features the same body as the original URSA, however this time around it has a brand new Super 35 CMOS 4.6K sensor at its heart. The new sensor has expanded sensitivity to a 15 stops dynamic range, three more than the original 4K sensor in the first generation URSA.
In the hands
With all the on-set equipment cleverly encased in a neat design, the Blackmagic URSA is a large professional size camera that retains space to keep the chassis cool. Hewn from aluminium, this camera is exceptionally strong and well-suited to large film crew use.
The Blackmagic URSA has been set up to suit specific roles and requirements, from the DOP and camera assistant, through to audio engineers. The camera also accommodates solo use, with everything built-in, such as the large fold-out on-set monitor, built-in scopes and an internal recorder. The DOP station features a large 10-inch fold-out screen.
Ideal for
Packed full of professional digital features, the Blackmagic URSA is well-suited to high-end feature films, commercials, episodic television production, documentaries, electronic news gathering, music videos and much more.
Features you need to know about
With the latest firmware update (2.3) this camera is capable of recording in astounding 120fps slow motion at 4K, in compressed RAW on-board CFast 2.0 cards. In addition, all purchases of the new URSA 4.6K in both mount options get full DaVinci Resolve 12 colour-grading software included, at no additional cost.
An additional ground-breaking feature is the ability for camera operators to select between rolling shutter and global shutter, the latter of which will eliminate the dreaded "jello-effect" (although at the expense of a stop, and sacrificing some dynamic range). However, stunning imagery is still possible thanks to the high dynamic range that the new sensor provides.
Optional accessories include a brand new full HD 1080p OLED electronic viewfinder, and an optional removable grip handle.
Blackmagic URSA Highlights
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Capture epic cinematic 4.6K footage with 15 stops of dynamic range using the Blackmagic URSA, a revolutionary high-end digital film camera. The Blackmagic URSA is extremely versatile, suitable for large film crews, as well as single person use.
The URSA 4.6K is the flagship 4K Raw & ProRes camera from Blackmagic Design, announced at the largest film & video industry trade show, NAB 2015 in Las Vegas. The new camera features the same body as the original URSA, however this time around it has a brand new Super 35 CMOS 4.6K sensor at its heart. The new sensor has expanded sensitivity to a 15 stops dynamic range, three more than the original 4K sensor in the first generation URSA.
In the hands
With all the on-set equipment cleverly encased in a neat design, the Blackmagic URSA is a large professional size camera that retains space to keep the chassis cool. Hewn from aluminium, this camera is exceptionally strong and well-suited to large film crew use.
The Blackmagic URSA has been set up to suit specific roles and requirements, from the DOP and camera assistant, through to audio engineers. The camera also accommodates solo use, with everything built-in, such as the large fold-out on-set monitor, built-in scopes and an internal recorder. The DOP station features a large 10-inch fold-out screen.
Ideal for
Packed full of professional digital features, the Blackmagic URSA is well-suited to high-end feature films, commercials, episodic television production, documentaries, electronic news gathering, music videos and much more.
Features you need to know about
With the latest firmware update (2.3) this camera is capable of recording in astounding 120fps slow motion at 4K, in compressed RAW on-board CFast 2.0 cards. In addition, all purchases of the new URSA 4.6K in both mount options get full DaVinci Resolve 12 colour-grading software included, at no additional cost.
An additional ground-breaking feature is the ability for camera operators to select between rolling shutter and global shutter, the latter of which will eliminate the dreaded "jello-effect" (although at the expense of a stop, and sacrificing some dynamic range). However, stunning imagery is still possible thanks to the high dynamic range that the new sensor provides.
Optional accessories include a brand new full HD 1080p OLED electronic viewfinder, and an optional removable grip handle.
Blackmagic URSA Highlights
Sensor
Display
Recording
Connections
General
Size | 25.34 x 14.25mm (Super35) |
Lens Mount | PL Mount |
Effective Resolution | 4608 x 2592 |
Dynamic Range | 15 stops |
Shooting Resolutions | 4608 x 2592 4096 x 2304 (4K 16:9) 4608 x 1920 (4K 2.4:1) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD) 3072 x 2560 (3K Anamorphic) 2048 x 1152 (2K 16:9) 1920 x 1080 |
Supported Frame Rates | Project frame rates of 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94 and 60 fps supported Note: Maximum sensor frame rate dependent on resolution and codec selected |
Display
Dimensions | 1 x 10.1" diagonal 2 x 5" diagonal |
Screen Type | 10.1": TFT-LCD 5": Integrated LCD capacitive touchscreen |
Resolution | 10.1": 1920 x 1080 5": 800 x 480 |
Recording
Media Card Slots | 2 x CFast 2.0 |
Recording Formats | Lossless CinemaDNG RAW, RAW 3:1 and RAW 4:1 with film dynamic range at 4608 x 2592, 4096 x 2304, 4608 x 1920, 3072 x 2560, and 2048 x 1152 Apple ProRes 3840 x 2160 and 1920 x 1080 with either film or video dynamic range |
Data Rates | 4608 x 2592 CinemaDNG RAW 3:1 - 180 MB/s CinemaDNG RAW 4:1 - 135 MB/s 3840 x 2160 Apple ProRes 444 XQ - 312.5 MB/s Apple ProRes 444 - 165 MB/s Apple ProRes 422 HQ - 110 MB/s Apple ProRes 422 - 73.6 Mb/s Apple ProRes 422 LT - 51 MB/s Apple ProRes Proxy - 22.4 MB/s 1920 x 1080 Apple ProRes 444 XQ - 62.5 MB/s Apple ProRes 444 - 41.25 MB/s Apple ProRes 422 HQ - 27.5 MB/s Apple ProRes 422 - 18.4 MB/s Apple ProRes 422 LT - 12.75 MB/s Apple ProRes Proxy - 5.6 MB/s Storage rates based on 30 frames per second |
Metadata Support | Automatic camera data and user data such as shot number, filenames, and keywords |
Connections
Output | 1 x 12G-SDI -- 10-bit 4:2:2 1 x 3G-SDI -- down-converted signal for monitoring |
Input | 1 x 12G-SDI |
Reference | 1 x Reference input |
Timecode | 1 x Timecode input 1 x Timecode output |
Analog Audio Inputs | 2 x XLR -- selected mic/line level and +48 V phantom power |
Analog Audio Output | 1 x 1/4" TRS -- for headphone monitoring |
SDI Audio Output | 2-channel via SDI output |
Remote Control | 1 x LANC on 2.5 mm sub-mini -- controls record START/STOP, iris, and focus |
USB | 1 x USB 2.0 mini type B for software updates |
Supported Standards | SDI Compliance: SMPTE 292M SDI Audio Sampling: 48 kHz and 24-bit |
General
Microphone | Integrated mono microphone |
Speaker | Integrated mono microphone |
Controls | Touch screen menus on 5" screen; push button controls for navigating menus |
Mounting Options | Multiple 1/4"-20 UNC thread mounting on top of camera and on handle bar; multiple 3/8"-16 UNC thread on top of camera body; rosette on bottom Integrated rod mounts compatible with 15mm Light Weight Support (LWS) standard |
System Requirements | For DaVinci Resolve: Windows 7 or later or OS X 10.8 or later Note: See Blackmagic website for detailed system requirements and configuration guides. |
Power Connectors | 1 x 4-pin XLR input for external power supply or battery 1 x 12 VDC output on 4-pin XLR to power accessories |
Battery Plate Support | Mounting holes for V-mount and Gold Mount battery plates |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -4 to 113°F (-20 to 45°C) |
Humidity | 0 to 90% RH, non-condensing |
Dimensions | 12.3 x 6.1 x 9.6 (31.2 x 15.5 x 24.4 cm) |
Weight | 16.52 lb |