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
FX6
Full-frame cinema camcorder with dual base ISO and pro broadcast features.
$5,999
Launch priceReleased Nov 2020
PYXIS 12K is 4.4 years newer.
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Wins
PYXIS 12K
Wins
FX6
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 10.2 MP)
- APYXIS 12K has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- APYXIS 12K has higher 4K max frame rate (112 fps vs 60 fps)
- BFX6 has lower Weight (890 g vs 1600 g)
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
FX6
114 × 116 × 153 mm
890 g (1.96 lb / 31.39 oz)
PYXIS 12K is 47mm thinner than FX6 but it is also 37mm wider and 3mm taller.
PYXIS 12K is 710 g heavier than FX6.
Depth (front-to-back): 106mm PYXIS 12K · 153mm FX6
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
FX6
114 × 116 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
FX6
114 × 153 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PYXIS 12K
35.64 × 23.32 mm · Full Frame
831 mm² area
FX6
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
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 10.2 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only PYXIS 12K supports it
Internal RAW video
Only PYXIS 12K supports it
Reasons to choose
FX6
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal
Codecs
Adds XAVC-I, XAVC-L, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114, 116, 153
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD card
Eye AF
Only FX6 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only FX6 supports it
Weather sealing
Only FX6 supports it
Wi-Fi
Only FX6 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 800
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
- ✓Headphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support headphone jack (3.5mm)
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)
FX6
Pros
- ✓Dual base ISO
- ✓Pro cinema workflow
- ✓Internal XAVC
- ✓ND filters
Cons
- –Fixed lens mount needs adapters
- –Large for solo travel
- –Premium price
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PYXIS 12K or FX6?
PYXIS 12K scores 6.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for FX6 — 98.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the PYXIS 12K and FX6?
PYXIS 12K is 98.8 MP and FX6 is 10.2 MP, so the PYXIS 12K captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PYXIS 12K and FX6?
PYXIS 12K does not have IBIS, while FX6 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the PYXIS 12K and FX6?
PYXIS 12K weighs 1600 g and FX6 weighs 890 g, so the FX6 is 710 g lighter.
Do the PYXIS 12K and FX6 record 4K video?
PYXIS 12K: 4K up to 112p. FX6: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PYXIS 12K and FX6 weather sealed?
PYXIS 12K: No. FX6: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PYXIS 12K launched at $5,699 and FX6 at $5,999. The PYXIS 12K is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic and Sony press materials.