Blackmagic
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
Handheld 6K Super 35 cinema camera with 6144 × 3456 HDR sensor, dual native ISO, active EF mount, built-in motorized ND filters, 1500-nit tilting screen, and USB-C direct recording.
$2,835
Launch priceReleased Feb 2021
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 5.3 years newer.
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Wins
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
Wins
Luna Ultra
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLuna Ultra has lower Weight (233 g vs 1240 g)
- BLuna Ultra has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 400)
- APocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- BLuna Ultra has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- APocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
180 × 123 × 112 mm
1240 g (2.73 lb / 43.74 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Luna Ultra
52 × 170 × 39 mm
233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz)
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro is 47mm shorter than Luna Ultra but it is also 128mm wider and 74mm thicker.
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro is 1007 g heavier than Luna Ultra.
Depth (front-to-back): 112mm Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro · 39mm Luna Ultra
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
180 × 123 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 6K Pro
180 × 112 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Luna Ultra
52 × 39 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
23.1 × 12.99 mm · APS-C
300 mm² area
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
2.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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 6K Pro
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW 3:1, Blackmagic RAW 5:1, Blackmagic RAW 8:1…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 180, 123, 112
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0, SD UHS-II, USB-C external media
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro supports it
Reasons to choose
Luna Ultra
Codecs
Adds H.265
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
233 g vs 1240 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 400 — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Wi-Fi
Only Luna Ultra supports it
Resolution
37 MP vs 21.2 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
Pros
- ✓6K BRAW internal
- ✓Built-in ND
- ✓EF mount versatility
Cons
- –Poor stills AF
- –Large for pocket name
- –Battery hungry
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
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro or Luna Ultra?
Luna Ultra scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro — 3-axis mechanical gimbal — cinema-smooth footage in motion.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro and Luna Ultra?
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro is 21.2 MP and Luna Ultra is 37 MP, so the Luna Ultra captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro and Luna Ultra?
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro does not have IBIS, while Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro and Luna Ultra?
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro weighs 1240 g and Luna Ultra weighs 233 g, so the Luna Ultra is 1007 g lighter.
Do the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro and Luna Ultra record 4K video?
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro: 6K (6144 × 3456) (max), 4K up to 60p. Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro and Luna Ultra weather sealed?
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro: No. Luna Ultra: No.
How much does each cost?
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro launched at $2,835 and Luna Ultra at $770. The Luna Ultra is $2,065 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic and Insta360 press materials.