Blackmagic
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Revolutionary affordable MFT cinema camera that democratized BRAW filmmaking.
$1,295
Launch priceReleased Sep 2018
Blackmagic
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2
Updated BMPCC 6K with larger battery, improved LCD hinge, and the same Super 35 HDR sensor.
$1,995
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 is 3.7 years newer.
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Wins
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Wins
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2
10 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APocket Cinema Camera 4K has lower Weight (580 g vs 1260 g)
- BPocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- BPocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BPocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 2,360,000)
- BPocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 6 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to sharePocket Cinema Camera 4K
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2
178 × 97 × 118 mm
1260 g (2.78 lb / 44.45 oz)
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is 44mm narrower, 6mm shorter, and 46mm thinner than Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2.
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is 680 g lighter than Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm Pocket Cinema Camera 4K · 118mm Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2
Sensor size, to scale
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2
23.1 × 12.99 mm · APS-C
300 mm² area
1.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Micro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Weight
580 g vs 1260 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only Pocket Cinema Camera 4K supports it
Reasons to choose
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 178, 97, 118
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Pros
- ✓Affordable BRAW
- ✓Great value
- ✓MFT lens options
Cons
- –No stills AF
- –Crop sensor
- –Screen not tilting
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2
Pros
- ✓6K BRAW internal
- ✓Super 35 HDR sensor
- ✓EF mount
- ✓More affordable than 6K Pro
Cons
- –No built-in ND
- –Poor stills AF
- –Battery life still limited
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Pocket Cinema Camera 4K or Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K scores 7.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 — 580g — compact and travel-friendly.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is 18.96 MP and Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 is 21.2 MP, so the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 have in-body image stabilization?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K or the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K reaches 15 fps electronic. Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K weighs 580 g and Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 weighs 1260 g, so the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is 680 g lighter.
Do the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 record 4K video?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K: 4K up to 60p. Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2: 6K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 weather sealed?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K: Yes. Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and 640 shots for the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2, giving the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K launched at $1,295 and Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 at $1,995. The Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.