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
Canon
EOS R1
Flagship 24.2MP full-frame BSI stacked RF body with 40fps burst, Dual Pixel Intelligent AF, 6K RAW, and 9.44M-dot EVF.
$6,299
Launch priceReleased Jul 2024
PYXIS 12K is 9 months newer.
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Wins
PYXIS 12K
Wins
EOS R1
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS R1 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 800)
- APYXIS 12K has higher Resolution (98.8 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- BEOS R1 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- BEOS R1 has lower Weight (920 g vs 1600 g)
- APYXIS 12K has higher Burst (electronic) (60 fps vs 40 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to sharePYXIS 12K
151 × 119 × 106 mm
1600 g (3.53 lb / 56.44 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
EOS R1
158 × 150 × 87 mm
920 g (2.03 lb / 32.45 oz)
PYXIS 12K is 7mm narrower and 31mm shorter than EOS R1 but it is also 19mm thicker.
PYXIS 12K is 680 g heavier than EOS R1.
Depth (front-to-back): 106mm PYXIS 12K · 87mm EOS R1
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PYXIS 12K
151 × 119 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R1
158 × 150 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PYXIS 12K
151 × 106 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R1
158 × 87 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PYXIS 12K
35.64 × 23.32 mm · Full Frame
831 mm² area
EOS R1
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
PYXIS 12K: mount data unavailable
EOS R1
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
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
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
Resolution
98.8 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
60 fps vs 40 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R1
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Codecs
Adds RAW, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 157.6, 149.5, 87.3
ISO min (native)
100 vs 800 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only EOS R1 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only EOS R1 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only EOS R1 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)
EOS R1
Pros
- ✓40fps electronic burst
- ✓24.2MP BSI stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓Dual Pixel Intelligent AF
- ✓6K RAW and 4K 120p video
- ✓Dual CFexpress Type B slots
Cons
- –24MP resolution
- –Very expensive
- –Large integrated-grip body
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 travel, PYXIS 12K or EOS R1?
EOS R1 scores 6.5/10 versus 0.5/10 for PYXIS 12K — 1330 shots/charge — all-day shooting.
What's the resolution difference between the PYXIS 12K and EOS R1?
PYXIS 12K is 98.8 MP and EOS R1 is 24.2 MP, so the PYXIS 12K captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PYXIS 12K and EOS R1 have in-body image stabilization?
PYXIS 12K does not have IBIS, while EOS R1 has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PYXIS 12K or the EOS R1?
PYXIS 12K reaches 60 fps electronic. EOS R1 reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PYXIS 12K and EOS R1?
PYXIS 12K weighs 1600 g and EOS R1 weighs 920 g, so the EOS R1 is 680 g lighter.
Do the PYXIS 12K and EOS R1 record 4K video?
PYXIS 12K: 4K up to 112p. EOS R1: 6K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the PYXIS 12K and EOS R1 weather sealed?
PYXIS 12K: No. EOS R1: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PYXIS 12K launched at $5,699 and EOS R1 at $6,299. The PYXIS 12K is $600 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 Canon press materials.