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
Sony
FX5
2026 Cinema Line full-frame camera with 16.6MP stacked Exmor RS, 5K Open Gate, internal 16-bit X-OCN RAW, triple base ISO, and FX3-class compact mobility.
$4,899
Launch priceReleased Aug 2026
FX5 is 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
PYXIS 12K
Wins
FX5
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APYXIS 12K has higher Burst (electronic) (60 fps vs 0 fps)
- APYXIS 12K has higher Resolution (98.8 MP vs 16.6 MP)
- BFX5 has lower Weight (734 g vs 1600 g)
- APYXIS 12K has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- BFX5 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 112 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
FX5
132 × 79 × 87 mm
734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz)
PYXIS 12K is 19mm wider, 40mm taller, and 19mm thicker than FX5.
PYXIS 12K is 866 g heavier than FX5.
Depth (front-to-back): 106mm PYXIS 12K · 87mm FX5
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
FX5
132 × 79 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
FX5
132 × 87 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PYXIS 12K
35.64 × 23.32 mm · Full Frame
831 mm² area
FX5
35.7 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
850 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
PYXIS 12K: mount data unavailable
FX5
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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
Burst (electronic)
60 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW 3:1, Blackmagic RAW 5:1, Blackmagic RAW 8:1…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 151, 119, 106
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Resolution
98.8 MP vs 16.6 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only PYXIS 12K supports it
Reasons to choose
FX5
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird
Codecs
Adds X-OCN LT, X-OCN C1, X-OCN C2…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.3, 79, 86.95
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
Weight
734 g vs 1600 g — lower is better
Eye AF
Only FX5 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only FX5 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only FX5 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 800
- ✓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)
FX5
Pros
- ✓5K Open Gate + internal X-OCN RAW (LT / C1 / C2)
- ✓Triple base ISO 800 / 4000 / 12800 + Dual Gain
- ✓15+ stops DR (S-Log3) + BIONZ XR2 AI AF
- ✓5K 60p / 4K 120p / FHD 240p at launch
- ✓Compact body with IBIS, cooling, dual card slots
Cons
- –Body-only $4,899 — XLR handle / OLED EVF optional
- –Open Gate X-OCN only at launch (XAVC Open Gate via FW)
- –4K 240p / 5K 120p planned for 2027 firmware
- –No built-in EVF (optional DVF-EL1)
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 video, PYXIS 12K or FX5?
FX5 scores 8.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for PYXIS 12K — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the PYXIS 12K and FX5?
PYXIS 12K is 98.8 MP and FX5 is 16.6 MP, so the PYXIS 12K captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PYXIS 12K and FX5 have in-body image stabilization?
PYXIS 12K does not have IBIS, while FX5 has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the PYXIS 12K and FX5?
PYXIS 12K weighs 1600 g and FX5 weighs 734 g, so the FX5 is 866 g lighter.
Do the PYXIS 12K and FX5 record 4K video?
PYXIS 12K: 4K up to 112p. FX5: 4K up to 120p.
Are the PYXIS 12K and FX5 weather sealed?
PYXIS 12K: No. FX5: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PYXIS 12K launched at $5,699 and FX5 at $4,899. The FX5 is $800 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 Sony press materials.