Blackmagic
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Revolutionary affordable MFT cinema camera that democratized BRAW filmmaking.
$1,295
Launch priceReleased Sep 2018
Insta360
Luna Ultra
Flagship dual-lens 3-axis gimbal camera with Leica Summicron 1-inch 8K main lens, 1/1.3-inch telephoto, detachable 2-inch OLED screen, 8K30 / 4K120 video, and 37MP UltraPhoto.
$770
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Luna Ultra is 7.8 years newer.
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Wins
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Wins
Luna Ultra
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APocket Cinema Camera 4K has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- BLuna Ultra has lower Weight (233 g vs 580 g)
- BLuna Ultra has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- APocket Cinema Camera 4K has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BLuna Ultra has higher Resolution (37 MP vs 18.96 MP)
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
Luna Ultra
52 × 170 × 39 mm
233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz)
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is 79mm shorter than Luna Ultra but it is also 82mm wider and 34mm thicker.
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is 347 g heavier than Luna Ultra.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm Pocket Cinema Camera 4K · 39mm Luna Ultra
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
134 × 91 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Luna Ultra
52 × 170 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
134 × 72 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Luna Ultra
52 × 39 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
1.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Luna Ultra: mount data unavailable
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
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, ProRes
AA filter
Only Pocket Cinema Camera 4K supports it
Eye AF
Only Pocket Cinema Camera 4K supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Pocket Cinema Camera 4K supports it
Reasons to choose
Luna Ultra
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
233 g vs 580 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Resolution
37 MP vs 18.96 MP — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
Luna Ultra
Pros
- ✓Dual Leica lenses (1" + tele)
- ✓8K30 with 4K120 & 1080p240
- ✓Detachable 2" OLED screen
- ✓3-axis gimbal + Deep Track 5.0
Cons
- –Premium vs Pocket 3
- –No waterproofing
- –Tele reach capped at 240mm equiv
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Pocket Cinema Camera 4K or Luna Ultra?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Luna Ultra — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Luna Ultra?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is 18.96 MP and Luna Ultra is 37 MP, so the Luna Ultra captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Luna Ultra have in-body image stabilization?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Luna Ultra?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K weighs 580 g and Luna Ultra weighs 233 g, so the Luna Ultra is 347 g lighter.
Do the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Luna Ultra record 4K video?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K: 4K up to 60p. Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Luna Ultra weather sealed?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K: Yes. Luna Ultra: No.
How much does each cost?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K launched at $1,295 and Luna Ultra at $770. The Luna Ultra is $525 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic and Insta360 press materials.