Blackmagic
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
Launch priceReleased Apr 2025
Blackmagic
URSA Cine 17K
Large-format 65mm cinema camera with 17K resolution, interchangeable lens mount, and BRAW recording.
$29,995
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
PYXIS 12K is 1 year newer.
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Wins
PYXIS 12K
Wins
URSA Cine 17K
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BURSA Cine 17K has lower ISO min (native) (64 vs 800)
- APYXIS 12K has lower Weight (1600 g vs 8500 g)
- BURSA Cine 17K has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- APYXIS 12K has higher Burst (electronic) (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- APYXIS 12K has higher Resolution (98.8 MP vs 65 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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151 × 119 × 106 mm
1600 g (3.53 lb / 56.44 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
URSA Cine 17K
280 × 190 × 200 mm
8500 g (18.74 lb / 299.83 oz)
PYXIS 12K is 129mm narrower, 71mm shorter, and 94mm thinner than URSA Cine 17K.
PYXIS 12K is 6900 g lighter than URSA Cine 17K.
Depth (front-to-back): 106mm PYXIS 12K · 200mm URSA Cine 17K
Sensor size, to scale
PYXIS 12K
35.64 × 23.32 mm · Full Frame
831 mm² area
URSA Cine 17K
55.96 × 29.87 mm · Full Frame
1672 mm² area
2.0× 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
PYXIS 12K
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW 3:1, Blackmagic RAW 5:1, Blackmagic RAW 8:1…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 151, 119, 106
Weight
1600 g vs 8500 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Resolution
98.8 MP vs 65 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
URSA Cine 17K
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 280, 190, 200
ISO min (native)
64 vs 800 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PYXIS 12K
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)
URSA Cine 17K
Pros
- ✓17K large format
- ✓Interchangeable mount
- ✓Blackmagic RAW
- ✓Pro cinema workflow
Cons
- –Extremely expensive
- –Massive files
- –Requires full crew
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 wildlife, PYXIS 12K or URSA Cine 17K?
URSA Cine 17K scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for PYXIS 12K — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the PYXIS 12K and URSA Cine 17K?
PYXIS 12K is 98.8 MP and URSA Cine 17K is 65 MP, so the PYXIS 12K captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PYXIS 12K and URSA Cine 17K have in-body image stabilization?
PYXIS 12K does not have IBIS, while URSA Cine 17K has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PYXIS 12K or the URSA Cine 17K?
PYXIS 12K reaches 60 fps electronic. URSA Cine 17K reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PYXIS 12K and URSA Cine 17K?
PYXIS 12K weighs 1600 g and URSA Cine 17K weighs 8500 g, so the PYXIS 12K is 6900 g lighter.
Do the PYXIS 12K and URSA Cine 17K record 4K video?
PYXIS 12K: 4K up to 112p. URSA Cine 17K: 4K up to 120p.
Are the PYXIS 12K and URSA Cine 17K weather sealed?
PYXIS 12K: No. URSA Cine 17K: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PYXIS 12K launched at $5,699 and URSA Cine 17K at $29,995. The PYXIS 12K is $24,296 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic press materials.