Blackmagic
PYXIS 6K
Modular full-frame 6K cinema box camera with 13-stop dynamic range, dual native ISO, L-Mount, dual CFexpress slots, and 12G-SDI output.
$3,389
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
Sony
FX6
Full-frame cinema camcorder with dual base ISO and pro broadcast features.
$5,999
Launch priceReleased Nov 2020
PYXIS 6K is 3.4 years newer.
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Wins
PYXIS 6K
Wins
FX6
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APYXIS 6K has higher Burst (electronic) (60 fps vs 0 fps)
- APYXIS 6K has higher Resolution (24.4 MP vs 10.2 MP)
- APYXIS 6K has lower ISO min (native) (400 vs 800)
- APYXIS 6K has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- BFX6 has lower Weight (890 g vs 1500 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to sharePYXIS 6K
151 × 119 × 106 mm
1500 g (3.31 lb / 52.91 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FX6
114 × 116 × 153 mm
890 g (1.96 lb / 31.39 oz)
PYXIS 6K is 47mm thinner than FX6 but it is also 37mm wider and 3mm taller.
PYXIS 6K is 610 g heavier than FX6.
Depth (front-to-back): 106mm PYXIS 6K · 153mm FX6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PYXIS 6K
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 6K
151 × 106 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
FX6
114 × 153 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PYXIS 6K
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 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 6K
Subject recognition
Adds Human face, Object tracking
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
24.4 MP vs 10.2 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
400 vs 800 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
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
Animal / bird AF
Only FX6 supports it
Weather sealing
Only FX6 supports it
Wi-Fi
Only FX6 supports it
Weight
890 g vs 1500 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PYXIS 6K
Pros
- ✓Full-frame 6048×4032 6K open gate
- ✓13 stops dynamic range
- ✓Dual native ISO 400 / 3200
- ✓Dual CFexpress Type B + 12G-SDI
- ✓1500-nit 4-inch touchscreen
Cons
- –Box body needs rigging
- –Heavy at 1.5 kg body-only
- –Requires external power for long shoots
- –AF limited to compatible L-Mount lenses
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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Blackmagic PYXIS 6K
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, PYXIS 6K or FX6?
PYXIS 6K scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for FX6 — 6K video for oversampled 4K.
What's the resolution difference between the PYXIS 6K and FX6?
PYXIS 6K is 24.4 MP and FX6 is 10.2 MP, so the PYXIS 6K captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PYXIS 6K and FX6?
PYXIS 6K does not have IBIS, while FX6 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the PYXIS 6K and FX6?
PYXIS 6K weighs 1500 g and FX6 weighs 890 g, so the FX6 is 610 g lighter.
Do the PYXIS 6K and FX6 record 4K video?
PYXIS 6K: 6K Open Gate (6048 × 4032) (max), 4K up to 60p. FX6: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PYXIS 6K and FX6 weather sealed?
PYXIS 6K: No. FX6: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PYXIS 6K launched at $3,389 and FX6 at $5,999. The PYXIS 6K is $2,610 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.