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PYXIS 12K

Modular full-frame 12K cinema box camera with 16-stop dynamic range, 12288×8040 RGBW sensor, L-Mount, dual CFexpress slots, and 12G-SDI output.

$5,699

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PYXIS 12K

Last updated June 2026

Key specs at a glance

Resolution

98.8 MP

Sensor

Full Frame

ISO max

25,600

Burst

60 fps

4K

112 fps

IBIS

No

Weight

1600 g

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Sensor size

Blackmagic PYXIS 12K

35.64 × 23.32 mm · Full Frame

831 mm² area

Body size, to scale

Front view

Width × Height

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

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85.6 × 54 mm

Back view

Width × Height — same proportions as the front

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Top view

Width × Depth (front-to-back)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

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85.6 × 54 mm

151 × 119 × 106 mm · 1600 g (3.53 lb / 56.44 oz)

Product images courtesy of Blackmagic press materials.

Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Fair
5.5/ 10
  • · 98.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops
  • · Full-frame sensor — shallow depth of field for subject isolation

Sports & Action

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 60fps burst — pro-level action capture
  • · Pre-Capture records before you press shutter

Video & Hybrid

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 4K 60p smooth motion
  • · Internal RAW video for color grading

Landscape

Good
6.5/ 10
  • · 98.8MP — massive detail for large prints
  • · Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range

Travel

Limited
0.5/ 10

Wildlife

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · 60fps burst captures fleeting moments
  • · Pre-Capture catches takeoff moments

Vlogging

Limited
3.0/ 10
  • · 4K 60p for smooth handheld vlogs
  • · Mic jack for external audio

Pros

  • ✓ Full-frame 12288×8040 12K open gate
  • ✓ 16 stops dynamic range
  • ✓ 12K up to 60fps (2.4:1), 8K/4K up to 112fps
  • ✓ Dual CFexpress Type B + 10Gb Ethernet
  • ✓ 1500-nit 4-inch touchscreen

Cons

  • – Box body needs rigging
  • – Massive 12K file sizes
  • – Requires external power for long shoots
  • – Single native ISO 800 (no dual native)

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Blackmagic PYXIS 12K

Sensor

Resolution98.8 MP
Sensor typeLarge Format RGBW CMOS
Sensor size35.64 × 23.32 mm
AA filterYes

Processor

ProcessorBlackmagic OS

ISO

ISO min (native)800
ISO max (native)25,600

Shutter

Shutter typeElectronic rolling shutter

Autofocus

AF systemL-Mount AF (compatible lenses)
Animal / bird AFNo

Burst

Burst (electronic)60 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseYes

Video

Max resolution12K Open Gate (12288 × 8040)
4K max frame rate112 fps
Internal RAW videoYes
Log profileFilm / Extended Video / Video dynamic range
CodecsBlackmagic RAW 3:1, Blackmagic RAW 5:1, Blackmagic RAW 8:1, Blackmagic RAW 12:1, Blackmagic RAW 18:1, Blackmagic RAW Q0–Q5, H.264 Proxy 1080p

Stabilization

In-body stabilization (IBIS)No

Body

Weight1600 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)151 × 119 × 106 mm
Weather sealingNo

Battery

BatteryBP-U series compatible

Storage

Card slots2
Card typesCFexpress Type B

Viewfinder

Viewfinder typeNo built-in EVF (optional URSA Cine EVF via USB-C)

LCD

LCD size4 in
LCD typeFixed HDR LCD (1500 nits)
TouchscreenYes

Connectivity

USBUSB-C 10 Gbps (external drive, PTP control)
HDMI12G-SDI up to 2160p60
Wi-FiNo
BluetoothYes
Microphone jack (3.5mm)Yes
Headphone jack (3.5mm)Yes

Lens Mount

Lens mountLeica L (active)