For filmmakers who have a more doc heavy load, the G2 4.6K is still remarkably strong for run and gun DPs. You have BRAW and can change the color science when grading in post to Gen 5 while also having the ability to shoot Pro Res.
As a 27 years experienced DP / Director with over 8 feature films under my belt, I agree with you 100%. My only very, very small push-back would be...when you compared it to run and gun cameras because of it's 800 native ISO. That's the mistake most of these new RUclips DPs and content creators make. That camera is NOT a run and gun camera. It's a real cinema camera for films, high end commercials and high end music videos. In those cases, you're in a controlled set(s) and location(s). So you light the room / location / set properly. I wish people will STOP complaining about it's low lights. 90% of Hollywood preferred cinema cameras are all BAD/HORRIBLE in low light scenarios. Anyways, AWESOME break down brother. Keep up the dope work. Respect 👍🏾💯
This was an amazing comment! I couldn’t agree with you more. It is not a running gun camera at all. It is a cinema camera that is amazing for controlled situations. That being said, I am a documentary filmmaker, and probably not the smartest move to get this particular camera, but I am absolutely in love with the color science and how this camera performs in well lit scenarios.
Run and gun is also a relative term. If you win the lottery you could buy an Alexa mini or lf and connect what you need and make that a run and gun. It just really means, “ good for many scenarios and less setup time” bad lighting is gonna make any camera look bad, and good lighting will make any camera look good :). You made a wise choice for sure! Gonna take this into consideration on my next purchase.
@@Alexzarfatifilms Thank you for your kind words. It's an amazing camera for sure. If it works for you, by all means use the tools that works for your story and business. It just annoys me when RUclipsrs complain about it not fitting their everyday run and gun shoots. That camera is not designed for that. That was my only thing. 😇Stay safe. Cheers.
@@GermanDisla Sure, I see your point. Valid point indeed. I was just pointing out that, every camera ever manufactured was manufactured for a purpose and the company manufacturer has / had a specific target in mind before creating the camera. It being for pro high level movies or shooting your baby's first step and later graduation. Both are cameras but different design with different operators in mind. That was my point. I can't buy a Honda Accord and expect it to be as fast as a Ferrari 488 Pista. Both are cars, but are built for different market and owners.
@@guguemichaels That was a great comment. It seems like many smaller filmmakers are constantly seeking a "one size fits all" camera, which isn't always a practical way of thinking.
BALLING ON A BUDGET... My followers are tired of the crap quality of my videos! Hope I win this! Thanks for the extremely professional video content. above and beyond.
I wouldn’t say I’m balling on a budget (fx6 user) but you give some really valid points for the black magic 12k. The biggest thing I wanted was the autofocus and low light capabilities as I’m a one man everything. Great camera review.
Then brother, stick with what you have or go get a run and gun camera. This is a real cinema camera. And most cinema cameras don'thave auto focus. Because NO film set on this planet uses that RUclips auto focus trend. It doesn't exist in the film world. Every film DP (solo or with a crew) uses manual cinema lenses and those lenses don't have auto focus. So, if you ever want to start shooting movies for producers and writers, then brother, STOP with the auto focus and low light crave. Professionals will laugh at you when you talk like that. Movie sets and high end commercials, you light your scenes no matter how bright or low your locations are. Just a friendly tip. Best of luck brother. 👍🏾
BALLIN ON A BUDGET! I'm glad that finally someone is talking about the Ursa mini pro 12k, I love this camera and it still a dream! Thanks for the videos
I have used Blackmagic’s cameras for years and you make some valid points. I switched to RED last year and there’s just something about the look of footage shot on a RED that has a different - more filmic feel. I can always pick out BM / Sony and Pany video as it has a certain look to it, it’s not bad look as most cameras today can produce a great image in the right hands but it’s a look that feels more “video-y” to me. Maybe it’s how the image is debayered, motion cadence… who knows but they do have a less filmic feel without a ton of post work or filtration at capture time. As a working VFX artist getting a larger 8k/12k plates to work with is always a major plus. I don’t like how BRAW is partially debayered - That said the 12k is a really impressive camera and one of the better low cost cameras on the market for shots that need a large plate to put tracking markers on the outside of the live action are for shots that need motion solves and plenty of resolution for tracking.
What BMD camera did you have ? I feel like you might have shot on the pockets... They're great for low light but don't have the cinema look the URSA have.
The addition of the OLPF is a great deal on the latest release. I have the 6K Pro and the Ursa Broadcast because the sensors are the same and added the Rawlite OLPF . I would love to have the 12K also to be able to shoot the 8K . Spot on on the Gen 5 Colors! BRAW ia amazing. Now that Netflix has approved the 12K it should get more popular. BMD is doing some amazing things!
optical image sampling, as by image sensors in digital cameras, the anti-aliasing filter is also known as an optical low-pass filter (OLPF), blur filter, or AA filter.@@nicholasolivas317
Balling on a budget. Dude you’re balling with this video. It’s when you see content like this that you go “hell, there’s some incredible content on this platform that no one knows about.”
Great points made, ty for taking the time as I am in the same position and am considering this or the FX-6 and I'm coming from BMPCC4k & SonyA7sii so on the fence.
I have been wanting to get a camera for months, I have been looking to get the Panasonic Lumix GH6 which for some it may look like it is budget friendly. However, I'm an international student, majoring in Film and TV Production. I have worked with my school cameras, but I'm not allowed to film personal projects with them. My summer semester increased my tuition by 3K, I can only work 20 hours a month because of legal issues as international student, and I can only work at things related to my major. If I had budget, I think that it would range from like $300-$600
I always telling other film maker that ursa mini is not big, it's ready to go package, If you rig up any other similar cinema camera, they will be way bigger/compx than ursa, take a very good example, alex mini, it looks small, but near nothing on the body, nood a lot rigs, and red camera, same issue, need a lot of rig, but black magic giving you everything that you need, you can start shot right out from the box. That's very close to more compact sony comsumer level cinema camera. Image Arri make some FX3 fx6 like camera, that's actually what ursa mini is right now, an arri in a compact fx6 body.
Balling on a budget ya heard I’m clocked in and would love to work with ya my guy recently looking to cop either this red or fx6 in June been gearing up for a bit
balling on a budget - as a high school film student, im extremely lucky to have access to prosumer cinema cameras and industry grade equipment. our teachers love using the blackmagics and even the pocket cinema series has beautiful footage that compares to footage from high quality reds and not to mention the menus are so nice to use. great video! dropping a sub.
Balling on a budget! This video was super informative and entertaining, like always. ur a huge inspiration to me, and have pushed me towards doing what i love, film making. keep doing what ur doing man! :)
Thanks David and it feels great to hear that the content I’m putting out is inspiring you brother🙏🏻 I got a lot more really great videos coming soon. Thanks for all your support man🙌🏻
It’s a true cinema camera. I think the problem is that blackmagic prices are so good that it puts them in reach for the average low budget film maker. You don’t hear anyone complain about Red or Arri having auto focus or image stabilization. Because these cameras are used by real professionals. The reality is this camera shouldn’t even be in the conversation with a Sony. But because of the price it is. The image you get out of this camera is insane!!
I’ve owned the 12k for the last year and it continues to amaze me. Fx6 is a great camera, I shoot on it often but the image doesnt compare. Definitely a slept on camera. Especially if you rent some high end glass.
Pretty cool but my shooting situation we shoot everything on FX3 and FX6 and I don't know if I could switch for those reasons alone. Throw a few filters on to soften the image and the FX6 and FX3 are amazingly good. Loved the video, if I ever need another cinema camera I might take a look at this one for daylight shoots.
@@Alexzarfatifilms I’m excited to see how big your account gets! RUclips is a slow grind for sure but I can tell you’re making high quality content and it’ll pay off soon!
Fantastic video man! I'm a big Sony and Blackmagic shooter - depending on what I'm shooting. I totally see what you mean about marketing. When this camera was released, I looked at the dynamic range on Blackmagicc's website and saw 14+ stops while the URSA 4.6K G2 was 15+. Personally I was more interested in that than resolution. That being said - your images look absolutely gorgeous and crispy. I've never used an URSA 12K yet so I don't really have a reference point aside from what I see online. Question though - if the camera only shoots BRAW, do you have a way of shooting 4K, 8K, etc without cropping into the sensor? In other BMD cams that I have used, there is a crop when you change resolution in BRAW (which doesn't occur in ProRes).
Keep in mind that the Ursa G2 has Gen 4 color science but the 12k has Gen 5 color science. I shot on the G2 for 2 years and now I've had the 12k for 5 months and it's a much nicer image. The Gen 5 color science is really pleasant on skin tones and has a really nice highlight roll-off.
Wow! What a great bit of kit. As I am only doing student projects, I can produce exactly what I need with a basic camera. As they always say, its not about the camera quality but the filmmaker behind the camera. But someday, I hope to be operating with a camera like this. Great video! 👍🏻
Balling on a budget! Thanks for the honest comparison. I've got the new Ursa 12K OLPF in my sights for a huge upcoming documentary. One thing others have mentioned on the low light performance, if you do have to shoot lower light they've gone up to 12K and on a 4K timeline, the noise becomes so small it's almost imperceivable (within limits of course). I'm wondering if you've tried that? Some of the samples I've seen show great results for 4K deliverables.
yo i'm balling on a budget rn, just wrapping up on my film school degree at college, the start kit is the step up I could use to take my school project from average straight into a pro grade portfolio
I have the 6k pro and if I were to upgrade it, I don't see a reason to get anything other than the 12k. it has such insane specs and capabilities for its price and shoots incredible images.
I use the 6K too but I think it’s the best camera Black Magic offers. Crazy low price point for a similar image to the Ursa. My thought on the 12k is that it feels really overkill, most monitors aren’t even 4K yet and then talk about storing and working with 12k files. Sounds like a nightmare to store and edit it with any post processing.
@@MaximoZhang You would probably never shoot in 12K, more likely 8k, and at like 12:1 or 18:1 compression ration the files aren't that bad. Higher resolution just allows you more flexibility in post-production when you deliver in 4k.
Having such a limited iso range seems like it would be restrictive when not shooting full daylight. Do you just put it away when you have to shoot a darker scene and use something else?
In really dark situations it’s not good, but I don’t really find myself filming in those situation often most of the time I’m using some kind of lighting.
I’m literally on a budget. Trying to push my way through the filmmaking world and I’m not gonna lie, the 12K would help A LOT! I didn’t go to film school, have no crew but the passion and the love I feel for making films is so strong that it will keep me going forward till I have no air in my lungs
I’m looking at upgrading at some stage soon, and was leaning heavily toward the FX6. Now you’ve given me more food for thought… ballin on a budget haha
BALLIN ON A BUDGET! 🙌🏾 Love my BMPCC4K, & an looking to upgrade for film & docu work. This camera is my dream camera-- but honestly, the BMPCC6K Pro is more than likely my next camera 😅 Can't agree more with you on the internal ND filters as well! Just subbed to the channel, great quality work brother!
For real this camera has very crisp image and quality, cant believe it sits at 6k given prices of other cinema cameras. I might probably save up for this, I've always love Panasonic's color science
It was quite amazing how the launch price of the URSA 12K was at 10K USD then dropped to 6K then is now 6K+. Regardless, Blackmagic seriously helps all us filmmakers who area balling on a budget. : > Great informative video guys! = D -🐧
how this compares to bmpcc full frame? it says it has 14 and ff has 13.5 stops, is there anything much better except resolution and nd? is the image quality ton better?
Balling on a budget. I've been a huge fan of the G2 4.6k's image. It's beautiful and the files are small compared to my 6k. And, Netflix approved as primary cam.
BALLIN ON A BUDGET! I'd love one of these. The only downside would be the lack of autofocus which can be really useful for events, weddings and sports where you don't get to make rehearsals and things just happen around you. But cinema cameras are not meant to have AF, so I can overlook that.
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For filmmakers who have a more doc heavy load, the G2 4.6K is still remarkably strong for run and gun DPs. You have BRAW and can change the color science when grading in post to Gen 5 while also having the ability to shoot Pro Res.
As a 27 years experienced DP / Director with over 8 feature films under my belt, I agree with you 100%. My only very, very small push-back would be...when you compared it to run and gun cameras because of it's 800 native ISO. That's the mistake most of these new RUclips DPs and content creators make. That camera is NOT a run and gun camera. It's a real cinema camera for films, high end commercials and high end music videos. In those cases, you're in a controlled set(s) and location(s). So you light the room / location / set properly. I wish people will STOP complaining about it's low lights. 90% of Hollywood preferred cinema cameras are all BAD/HORRIBLE in low light scenarios. Anyways, AWESOME break down brother. Keep up the dope work. Respect 👍🏾💯
This was an amazing comment! I couldn’t agree with you more. It is not a running gun camera at all. It is a cinema camera that is amazing for controlled situations. That being said, I am a documentary filmmaker, and probably not the smartest move to get this particular camera, but I am absolutely in love with the color science and how this camera performs in well lit scenarios.
Run and gun is also a relative term. If you win the lottery you could buy an Alexa mini or lf and connect what you need and make that a run and gun. It just really means, “ good for many scenarios and less setup time” bad lighting is gonna make any camera look bad, and good lighting will make any camera look good :). You made a wise choice for sure! Gonna take this into consideration on my next purchase.
@@Alexzarfatifilms Thank you for your kind words. It's an amazing camera for sure. If it works for you, by all means use the tools that works for your story and business. It just annoys me when RUclipsrs complain about it not fitting their everyday run and gun shoots. That camera is not designed for that. That was my only thing. 😇Stay safe. Cheers.
@@GermanDisla Sure, I see your point. Valid point indeed. I was just pointing out that, every camera ever manufactured was manufactured for a purpose and the company manufacturer has / had a specific target in mind before creating the camera. It being for pro high level movies or shooting your baby's first step and later graduation. Both are cameras but different design with different operators in mind. That was my point. I can't buy a Honda Accord and expect it to be as fast as a Ferrari 488 Pista. Both are cars, but are built for different market and owners.
@@guguemichaels That was a great comment. It seems like many smaller filmmakers are constantly seeking a "one size fits all" camera, which isn't always a practical way of thinking.
BALLING ON A BUDGET...
My followers are tired of the crap quality of my videos! Hope I win this! Thanks for the extremely professional video content. above and beyond.
I hate when people talking about Ursa 12Ks resolutions and frame rates and they dont mentioning THIS BEAST DOESNT CROPS lol
I wouldn’t say I’m balling on a budget (fx6 user) but you give some really valid points for the black magic 12k. The biggest thing I wanted was the autofocus and low light capabilities as I’m a one man everything. Great camera review.
Then brother, stick with what you have or go get a run and gun camera. This is a real cinema camera. And most cinema cameras don'thave auto focus. Because NO film set on this planet uses that RUclips auto focus trend. It doesn't exist in the film world. Every film DP (solo or with a crew) uses manual cinema lenses and those lenses don't have auto focus. So, if you ever want to start shooting movies for producers and writers, then brother, STOP with the auto focus and low light crave. Professionals will laugh at you when you talk like that. Movie sets and high end commercials, you light your scenes no matter how bright or low your locations are. Just a friendly tip. Best of luck brother. 👍🏾
BALLIN ON A BUDGET! I'm glad that finally someone is talking about the Ursa mini pro 12k, I love this camera and it still a dream! Thanks for the videos
Balling on a budget! This video might've just convinced me to use this camera for my next film! Excited to see more videos from you!
Thanks Conrad!
I have used Blackmagic’s cameras for years and you make some valid points. I switched to RED last year and there’s just something about the look of footage shot on a RED that has a different - more filmic feel.
I can always pick out BM / Sony and Pany video as it has a certain look to it, it’s not bad look as most cameras today can produce a great image in the right hands but it’s a look that feels more “video-y” to me. Maybe it’s how the image is debayered, motion cadence… who knows but they do have a less filmic feel without a ton of post work or filtration at capture time.
As a working VFX artist getting a larger 8k/12k plates to work with is always a major plus. I don’t like how BRAW is partially debayered - That said the 12k is a really impressive camera and one of the better low cost cameras on the market for shots that need a large plate to put tracking markers on the outside of the live action are for shots that need motion solves and plenty of resolution for tracking.
This is a really great comment and much appreciated. The only RED I have used has been the Komodo but what RED do you own?
@@Alexzarfatifilms I'm waiting for THAT answer too
What BMD camera did you have ? I feel like you might have shot on the pockets... They're great for low light but don't have the cinema look the URSA have.
Balling on a budget!!
Man you sure are right about the ursa 12k. I can’t wait to snag one of these bad boys up
The addition of the OLPF is a great deal on the latest release. I have the 6K Pro and the Ursa Broadcast because the sensors are the same and added the Rawlite OLPF . I would love to have the 12K also to be able to shoot the 8K . Spot on on the Gen 5 Colors! BRAW ia amazing. Now that Netflix has approved the 12K it should get more popular. BMD is doing some amazing things!
What is OLPF?
optical image sampling, as by image sensors in digital cameras, the anti-aliasing filter is also known as an optical low-pass filter (OLPF), blur filter, or AA filter.@@nicholasolivas317
Balling on a budget! Great video, keep up the good work!
Balling on a budget. Dude you’re balling with this video. It’s when you see content like this that you go “hell, there’s some incredible content on this platform that no one knows about.”
Thanks Mick I appreciate it brother🙏🏻 glad you found the channel
Balling on a budget!!! Awesome content, new subscriber here!!!
Dope video Alex! Can’t wait for the next one!
Thanks Desmond! 🙌🏻
Great review! Also, stellar job on the audio
Thanks Adam!
Got to use these in my recent film classes. Such a beautiful image and great for learning. Balling on a budget for sure
The lack of a dual iso was the deal breaker for me, but the framerates are still very tempting. I also miss the Blackmagic colours.
Balling on a budget. Great overview of the strengths and weaknesses of the camera. Keep up the good work!
Thanks brother 🙏🏻
BALLING ON A BUDGET
Great video, love your work.
Liked & subscribed.
Appreciate it Spike! Glad you found the channel.
BALLING ON A BUDGET!!! Great video! I didn't know much about this camera before watching this. Thanks for the info.
No problem Tom!
Great talk man, thanks.
Your channel deserves more visibility. I’m glad I found it
LIKED, SUBSCRIBED and SHARED !! Currently own the BMPCC4k. The Ursa12k is my next camera. Thanks for showcasing and highlighting this camera, Alex Z.
Thank you brother and good luck!
Balling on a budget! Thanks for the information! You've definitely gave me another camera to think about.
Glad I could help, what are the cameras on your list if you don’t mind me asking?
Your content looks great, i have the 6K Pro and it´s great, i can´t imagine the 12K...keep it up with the videos!
I’ve always wondered how this camera actually happened and no one was talking about it. Thank you!
The high framerates are really tempting, and also the image quality. Great review, thanks!
Thanks Attila🙌🏻
Great points made, ty for taking the time as I am in the same position and am considering this or the FX-6 and I'm coming from BMPCC4k & SonyA7sii so on the fence.
It really comes down to budget and what you could afford they’re both great cameras and both have their pros and cons
cant wait to buy min end of this month! thanks for the review
Nice man good luck brother🙌🏻
The most inspiring channel every beginner filmmaker wish for! Congrats.
Thanks Jernej! Glad you found the channel brother. 🙌🏻
I have been wanting to get a camera for months, I have been looking to get the Panasonic Lumix GH6 which for some it may look like it is budget friendly. However, I'm an international student, majoring in Film and TV Production. I have worked with my school cameras, but I'm not allowed to film personal projects with them. My summer semester increased my tuition by 3K, I can only work 20 hours a month because of legal issues as international student, and I can only work at things related to my major. If I had budget, I think that it would range from like $300-$600
Great exposition of the 12k !!!! Love your energy
Balling on the budget. Love how you brought this camera the justice it deserves
12K was insane when it came out, just from a spec standpoint and cost analysis, but it's such a great camera.
Great channel!! And I’m balling on a budget
Thanks Dru appreciate it brother🙌🏻
Balling on a budget!
Great Video, keep it up!
DUDE great Videos , beautiful grading. And you have some awesome giveaways. thank you for that.
I always telling other film maker that ursa mini is not big, it's ready to go package, If you rig up any other similar cinema camera, they will be way bigger/compx than ursa, take a very good example, alex mini, it looks small, but near nothing on the body, nood a lot rigs, and red camera, same issue, need a lot of rig, but black magic giving you everything that you need, you can start shot right out from the box. That's very close to more compact sony comsumer level cinema camera. Image Arri make some FX3 fx6 like camera, that's actually what ursa mini is right now, an arri in a compact fx6 body.
Idk how I ended up on this video but the production quality is great for a relatively small channel! Great job!
Balling on a budget ya heard I’m clocked in and would love to work with ya my guy recently looking to cop either this red or fx6 in June been gearing up for a bit
balling on a budget - as a high school film student, im extremely lucky to have access to prosumer cinema cameras and industry grade equipment. our teachers love using the blackmagics and even the pocket cinema series has beautiful footage that compares to footage from high quality reds and not to mention the menus are so nice to use. great video! dropping a sub.
Thanks man and glad to have you found the channel. Good luck on your filmmaking journey
Putting my name in the running! Love the topic and couldn't agree more about this camera.
Hell Yeah Danny!!!
Balling on a budget! This video was super informative and entertaining, like always. ur a huge inspiration to me, and have pushed me towards doing what i love, film making. keep doing what ur doing man! :)
Thanks David and it feels great to hear that the content I’m putting out is inspiring you brother🙏🏻 I got a lot more really great videos coming soon. Thanks for all your support man🙌🏻
Excellent review!! Need to seriously take a look at this camera.
Balling on a budget!
Love your channel!
BALLING ON A BUDGET! Great videos! Thanks
Thanks BOB!!
@@bobfox1544 what’s up Bob! For sure man, we should setup a time for a quick chat even if it’s just me offering advice. 👍🏻
@@Alexzarfatifilms Awesome! Thanks! I'll send you an email with more.
Bro I agree is is literally a beast of a real cinema camera for the price … I can’t believe it’s not sold out everywhere
DUDE SERIOUSLY 😂😂😂
great video dude! i love your footage!
It’s a true cinema camera. I think the problem is that blackmagic prices are so good that it puts them in reach for the average low budget film maker. You don’t hear anyone complain about Red or Arri having auto focus or image stabilization. Because these cameras are used by real professionals. The reality is this camera shouldn’t even be in the conversation with a Sony. But because of the price it is. The image you get out of this camera is insane!!
Great information- balling on a budget.
Balling on a Budget
I've been a huge fan of excellent video quality.
You got to the heart of the matter.
Keep it up :)
Balling on a Budget. Great camera review!
Balling on a budget :) Amazing video, I just discovered this channel
I would love to be drawn haha, very good video bro!
Balling on a budget! Just found your channel, keep it up!
I’ve owned the 12k for the last year and it continues to amaze me. Fx6 is a great camera, I shoot on it often but the image doesnt compare. Definitely a slept on camera. Especially if you rent some high end glass.
Ballin on a budget
That open sequence was so good!
Great video! Your visual are top notch.
Hell of a video.
BALLING ON A BUDGET actually surprised about the lack of dual iso. Seems like it should be standard by now. The colors look amazing tho!
Balling on a Budget amazing stuff you are doing 💯 I'm a pretty young filmmaker would love to get some good camera stuff!
Ballin on a budget 🔥🔥🔥 also I found your channel on accident and love your stuff! I’m watching every video 🤣
Thanks Christian glad to have you on the channel brother🙌🏻
Great job! Keep it up!
Pretty cool but my shooting situation we shoot everything on FX3 and FX6 and I don't know if I could switch for those reasons alone. Throw a few filters on to soften the image and the FX6 and FX3 are amazingly good. Loved the video, if I ever need another cinema camera I might take a look at this one for daylight shoots.
I love the ursa it’s actually how I found your channel! I hope to buy it in one year 🤩 keep up the good work your videos are so so helpful to me!!!!
HELL YEAH BROTHER!!!! It’s truly amazing I can’t wait to see what BM releases next
@@Alexzarfatifilms I’m excited to see how big your account gets! RUclips is a slow grind for sure but I can tell you’re making high quality content and it’ll pay off soon!
@@TrueLegacyStudio thank you brother I really appreciate that man seriously. How is everything going with Filming The jujitsu stuff?
Hiiiii I like your videos soooo much!
Thanks PT!
Fantastic video man! I'm a big Sony and Blackmagic shooter - depending on what I'm shooting. I totally see what you mean about marketing. When this camera was released, I looked at the dynamic range on Blackmagicc's website and saw 14+ stops while the URSA 4.6K G2 was 15+. Personally I was more interested in that than resolution. That being said - your images look absolutely gorgeous and crispy. I've never used an URSA 12K yet so I don't really have a reference point aside from what I see online.
Question though - if the camera only shoots BRAW, do you have a way of shooting 4K, 8K, etc without cropping into the sensor? In other BMD cams that I have used, there is a crop when you change resolution in BRAW (which doesn't occur in ProRes).
Keep in mind that the Ursa G2 has Gen 4 color science but the 12k has Gen 5 color science. I shot on the G2 for 2 years and now I've had the 12k for 5 months and it's a much nicer image. The Gen 5 color science is really pleasant on skin tones and has a really nice highlight roll-off.
Wow! What a great bit of kit. As I am only doing student projects, I can produce exactly what I need with a basic camera. As they always say, its not about the camera quality but the filmmaker behind the camera. But someday, I hope to be operating with a camera like this. Great video! 👍🏻
Thanks Max and very true it’s just a tool… but man what a tool 😂 lol
Balling on a budget! Thanks for the honest comparison. I've got the new Ursa 12K OLPF in my sights for a huge upcoming documentary. One thing others have mentioned on the low light performance, if you do have to shoot lower light they've gone up to 12K and on a 4K timeline, the noise becomes so small it's almost imperceivable (within limits of course). I'm wondering if you've tried that? Some of the samples I've seen show great results for 4K deliverables.
yo i'm balling on a budget rn, just wrapping up on my film school degree at college, the start kit is the step up I could use to take my school project from average straight into a pro grade portfolio
Thanks for a quality review. I like that you describe both the pros and cons. BALLING ON A BUDGET.
Nice Video!!
I have the 6k pro and if I were to upgrade it, I don't see a reason to get anything other than the 12k. it has such insane specs and capabilities for its price and shoots incredible images.
I use the 6K too but I think it’s the best camera Black Magic offers. Crazy low price point for a similar image to the Ursa. My thought on the 12k is that it feels really overkill, most monitors aren’t even 4K yet and then talk about storing and working with 12k files. Sounds like a nightmare to store and edit it with any post processing.
@@MaximoZhang You would probably never shoot in 12K, more likely 8k, and at like 12:1 or 18:1 compression ration the files aren't that bad. Higher resolution just allows you more flexibility in post-production when you deliver in 4k.
BALLING ON A BUDGET 🔥 Great video!! 🫶
Appreciate it Edgar!
Having such a limited iso range seems like it would be restrictive when not shooting full daylight. Do you just put it away when you have to shoot a darker scene and use something else?
In really dark situations it’s not good, but I don’t really find myself filming in those situation often most of the time I’m using some kind of lighting.
I’m literally on a budget. Trying to push my way through the filmmaking world and I’m not gonna lie, the 12K would help A LOT! I didn’t go to film school, have no crew but the passion and the love I feel for making films is so strong that it will keep me going forward till I have no air in my lungs
I’m looking at upgrading at some stage soon, and was leaning heavily toward the FX6. Now you’ve given me more food for thought… ballin on a budget haha
Balling on a budget! I totally agree i´ll be an user of the ursa for the las 2 years and i love it
Can the EzRig minimax support the weight of this camera with some accessories (monitor, mattebox, battery, lens, etc)?
Yeah it supports my rig no problem
Thank you. This is awesome!
dang, that hard pan on the intro song scared the crap out of me hahahahaha
This is a good video.
BALLIN ON A BUDGET! 🙌🏾 Love my BMPCC4K, & an looking to upgrade for film & docu work. This camera is my dream camera-- but honestly, the BMPCC6K Pro is more than likely my next camera 😅
Can't agree more with you on the internal ND filters as well!
Just subbed to the channel, great quality work brother!
We love our URSA G2 6K. We do mostly broadcast but flexible enough to do a documentary. I totally agree with you though, it's a beast to carry around.
Ballin on a budget. Hanging around with a a7s3 and our team is ready for something bigger
Yo winning that filmmaking pack would be a huge blessing for my career!
Black magic has great cameras! Especially there pocket line! I think you guys covering the 12k is awesome!
For real this camera has very crisp image and quality, cant believe it sits at 6k given prices of other cinema cameras. I might probably save up for this, I've always love Panasonic's color science
balling on a budget
It was quite amazing how the launch price of the URSA 12K was at 10K USD then dropped to 6K then is now 6K+.
Regardless, Blackmagic seriously helps all us filmmakers who area balling on a budget. : >
Great informative video guys!
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This was a great way to say that lol
@@Alexzarfatifilms Thanks man!
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Hi, i'm a french filmaking passionate I juste discoverd your chanel and I love it ! 😊
Sorry if my english isn't correct, I am learning my english and filmaking :)
No worries brother I’m glad you found the channel!🙌🏻
how this compares to bmpcc full frame? it says it has 14 and ff has 13.5 stops, is there anything much better except resolution and nd? is the image quality ton better?
BALLING ON THE BUDGET.
Thank you for this oportunity man!
For real! God bless you!🤗
love the vids really helps
You got almost 400 subs in a day from this video. That’s pretty cool
Lol yeah not too bad
Good video
Great Video, I am looking at getting the 12k on Ebay for even cheaper and I can't wait to use it. God bless.
Would love the kit.
Balling on a budget. I've been a huge fan of the G2 4.6k's image. It's beautiful and the files are small compared to my 6k. And, Netflix approved as primary cam.
BALLIN ON A BUDGET!
I'd love one of these. The only downside would be the lack of autofocus which can be really useful for events, weddings and sports where you don't get to make rehearsals and things just happen around you. But cinema cameras are not meant to have AF, so I can overlook that.