USE AS WEBCAM FIXED: Okay so clearly what happened in this video was a bug. A lot of people have suggested switching frame rates or resolutions. I just talked to Blackmagic and changing those settings are not necessary. If you experience the blank feed within whatever program you're using try just restarting the camera with the proper "use as webcam" setting on or in your software change to another video feed and then change back. Doing this immediately brought up my camera in the feed and works great now!
I also got the black image when testing the webcam feature. After restarting the camera, unplugging, and doing tons of troubleshooting, the last step to try was removing the lens cap. Boom, problem solved! If none of those steps work for you, try it with the lens cap off, this might make it work for you as a last effort.
@@marekbohdan I mean it's so reductive to say something is just "not good", is like saying vignette or bokeh is inherently bad. Some things are just dictated by taste
Own 5 Black Magic cameras, Been a Pro for over 40 years. Best cameras on the market for the buck. Shoot Arri ( no RED please ) and Sony also. Most versatile camera is Black Magic. A real tool for serious production.
Also my webcam function works fine and it’s over usb c. I don’t think the pocket 4k can tether to a phone, but does have cloud integration over IP somehow.
So excited about this update! I have the original 6K. Haven’t tried everything but the media pool is at least there. The lack of a media browser and not being able to delete clips has been the most annoying thing about these cameras and now that is fixed!
I haven't updated my 6k pro in a while. Do you know if I can jump straight into the new update or should i do an older version first? Thanks for the video!
@@jmac2050 same os chip most likely ya, light additions to the board design from pocket 4k-cinema 6k mainly proxies & theathering would be new chips, grant wanted that, tbh I don't mind if it's the last update we got so many on the 4k 😅
Thanks for covering the internet sync part couldn't find information on it. @4:50 Was happy to hear this specific update but sad to know since my bmpcc 4k only has 1 usb-C port it basically necessitates a cf-express card since my SD cards keep dropping frames - still no regrets getting this camera but don't have to use blackmagic cloud yet so I'll see when I get there.
Nice! I noticed your camera was on the setup menu when you tested UVC. I'll try mine later, but I wonder if it just turns off the feed when you are in the menu?
got my G2 in the mail YESTERDAY lol, havent even shot on it yet and then this dropped, thats dope as hell lmfao, also you are now my blackmagic guy glad this happened
you may need to set the camera output to 1080p for zoom, in obs you may also have to go to custom and fine tune the settings. I used to have the same problem with the mini recorder, if your camera output settings are not right the program might not detect it. Also, make sure the camera is not being used by another app, or it will not be available. hope this helps.
I have a new camera BM6KG2, there is the latest firmware 8.1. That is, all the previous firmwares have already been flashed there? I don't remember exactly. But I think there were improvements in focus in 7.9. To be honest, I didn't see any improvements in autofocus. So I think maybe not all the firmware is there. Thanks for the answer!
Thanks, Michael. Did you say this was a Beta upgrade? I have a BMPCC 6K. If it is a beta version, I will wait for the upgrade. You have a great channel. 👍
@@initialfocus the new blackmagic 17K with price when will release too. you knows what I love with blackmagic company they release the new camera then in some time they will decrease their price 😅😅 this is the best company I love to see I love it because in price they does it decrease the price first then I want to knows if a person buy their camera but they give them a license for davinci resolve is them these license key will work in their latest software davinci resolve they like 19 davinci resolve .
I had hoped they update the video assist 12g as well, as of now it still lacks some features compared to others. Especially the EL zone and safety frame guides, and to top it off, the onion skin feature that the ninja has.
Hey Michael, regarding the webcam setting, have you tried leaving the Menu back to the live screen and see if it works? I get that with my sony FX3 when connected to an external monitor, maybe that’s the same case with your BMPCC 6k.
While I haven't tried it on that camera, I did run into the same problem with OBS that you described using a Sony full frame camera that I am using as a webcam. The solution was to switch to a different camera within OBS, and then to switch back to the Sony - after which, there was no need to repeat the step. This is likely a bug in OBS, and likely affects display of the stream from the BMPCC in the same way.
Those are all amazing features. I feel like it would be a way better workflow to own a black magic camera since I’m already editing on DaVinci. Especially coming from a Sony a7siii and not having full raw features using the ninja v
OK! now that we know that the usbc can send a video signal, is that a 1080p signal, or 6k signal? I would love to send a signal to an external reorder to get prores 6k!!
Hi, I use the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8 (its a popular one) and i want to make sure are you talking about the variable iris when changing the focal length? As I don't like this so much, it annoys me! In fact i was using an older ursa 4.6K today in a TV studio at uni with older sony broadcast cameras, beside the point, and i was on dolly/track with it with the same lens (not mine) and it's so annoying as im trying to match it to the other cameras aswell you know. It looked fine Dont get me wrong but will this update fix this is that what your saying? I own a 6K G2 aswell, amazing purchase!!
@@wagalama8999 that lens is built that way. It’s f2.8-4 so there is nothing that can make the iris stay at 2.8 when you zoom the lens. You need a lens with an iris that is constant throughout the zoom range. This isn’t a Blackmagic camera issue. It’s the design of that lens.
Most carriers cap their data limit for hotspot, no? I guess if you had unlimited it would be a great feature.. unless there's another way to connect to the internet.
how you will upload your file if you filming with ssd? so you can´t add your phone as hotspot for uploading. can you give me an answer how i can do this
Hello, I have a question about the USB-C webcam mode. What is the difference between this new functionality and using the camera via HDMI with an HDMI-USB converter connected to the computer? I personally operate this way and it works perfectly. Thank you 🙏
How is the camera detecting your wi-fi? I can not connect to the internet. On a Samsung S22 and hotspot on... nothing happening. PLease help. I plan on bringing my cam to London and would love to upload to cloud to dump... Thanks in advance. Anyone would be helpful. Appreciated.
I would like to have seen the automatic generation of proxies in the camera to the drive also, just like BMC app for the iPhone for upload to the cloud. They spoiled me with that and speed up my workflow a lot. !!!
You know what's sad about being a BMD cinema camera user? Getting excited about finally being able to delete single clips in camera after 7 years of using them.
So, if you connect the camera to the computer and run the Blackmagic Camera Setup app again, then click on the camera you have connected, it goes into the network setup for the camera I think for use as a webcam(?). I have no idea what to do from here, but it's basically a network interface for the camera. I'll have to do some more research to see if this is something I can set up for OBS or not.
Buying a 4K in 2019 I did not expect to keep getting updates for it 5 years later. It’ll be another 5 and there will still be RUclips videos titled “Is this camera good to buy in 2030” Yes!!!
Wow, Just a general question how well do they pair? Which one do you prefer, why? Which one is the better production camera? i Have a G2 and wonder weather i should have waited for FF as lenses are easier on FF with coverage for sensor.
For the webcam feature: I got it working. you just need to turn the camera off, disconnect it from the computer, and turn it back on and try again. Then it works FLAWLESSLY!
Ran a test with as webcam , it didnt work at first. Step1:Updated zoom 2:connect camera. 3: launch zoom - settings - video - toggle camera selection to BMPCC 6K 4: select webcam on camera 5:POWER CYCLE CAMERA 6: ITS WORKS as a webcam 🎉
One thing I noticed was when I updated my 6K (not 6K Pro), I wasn't able to review any of the exiting clips that I had on the Coast card. But if I recorded a new clip it worked. I made sure all the capture settings were still the same as last time, but it didn't want to read them. I'm figuring this won't be a problem moving forward, but something to be aware of.
While I’m with you 98% of the time i never delete single clips, for that one time where I truly need the space and forgot to delete a clip I didn’t need anymore it’s nice to know I won’t be screwed haha
You may just need to lower resolution or bitrate for the webcam part. I have had issues with canon cameras not being displayed over hdmi 4k but working in 1080, depending on the app etc.
Looks like the cloud features are there, but the phone tethering doesn’t seem to be supported Might have to wait for some official documentation to see how it works.
Using an HDMI capture card has been the only way before this update, but having usb Web cam function eliminates the need for a capture device and an HDMI cable, I'm curious to see how the quality compares but nonetheless it's good to have options!
Biggest update ever! In the history of all BMD! I guess Braw, or upgrades to color science, or OS updates were nothing. So much sensationalism and click-bait. BMD are amazing for continuing to update cameras, even old cameras like the pockets 4k, but seriously... the hugest, all caps!
Thanks for letting know about the news. However watching your comments how much you love camera and all the non related talks could be really cut off leaving video 25% just with the news....
USE AS WEBCAM FIXED: Okay so clearly what happened in this video was a bug. A lot of people have suggested switching frame rates or resolutions. I just talked to Blackmagic and changing those settings are not necessary. If you experience the blank feed within whatever program you're using try just restarting the camera with the proper "use as webcam" setting on or in your software change to another video feed and then change back. Doing this immediately brought up my camera in the feed and works great now!
The ol' turn it off and back on again... hilarious! Thanks for the update.
Prove it 😅😅
Oh awesome, will update ASAP :)
Did on my livestream on my second channel 😂
I also got the black image when testing the webcam feature. After restarting the camera, unplugging, and doing tons of troubleshooting, the last step to try was removing the lens cap. Boom, problem solved! If none of those steps work for you, try it with the lens cap off, this might make it work for you as a last effort.
My Teams meetings will never be the same again. Presenting my powerpoint while I'm visible in the corner with anamorphic cinematic lens flares. Epic.
Flares are not good.
@@marekbohdan bruv what
@@nicolacornolti ?
@@marekbohdan I mean it's so reductive to say something is just "not good", is like saying vignette or bokeh is inherently bad. Some things are just dictated by taste
the goat
Being able to see a grid of clips, and then delete individual clips… I think I’ve died and gone to heaven!
Own 5 Black Magic cameras, Been a Pro for over 40 years. Best cameras on the market for the buck.
Shoot Arri ( no RED please ) and Sony also. Most versatile camera is Black Magic. A real tool for serious production.
That Pocket 4k got the update too!! Already installed mine, and wooooow!
Also my webcam function works fine and it’s over usb c. I don’t think the pocket 4k can tether to a phone, but does have cloud integration over IP somehow.
How do you like the update? I’m looking to do mines right now
@@creativewillie don't upgrade to bmpcc 4k dark screen problem
@@xaralamposmaniada6009 I’m not sure if that’s your model, but I upgraded mines and I haven’t had any issues to date
This is such a "finally...." moment.
Finally Blackmagic!!
The Single Clip Deletion is by faaaarrrr the biggest update for me..man, I'm almost in tears ahaha
bro I feel the same way.thanks to the black magic gods
😂😂😂 I’m sure it will cause some people tears somewhere along the line 😂
@@ODHuntelmao
Has been a pain for me for YEARS!!! SO SO HAPPY NOW
@@9StudioProductions ha. It’s a super neat upgrade for us BM users :)
Great! I have the 4K and the 6KFF. Will be updating them later tonight! Thanks for the video.😊
So excited about this update! I have the original 6K. Haven’t tried everything but the media pool is at least there. The lack of a media browser and not being able to delete clips has been the most annoying thing about these cameras and now that is fixed!
Amazing update with that individual clips feature
So simple but so big for all of us 😂🙌🏼
Maaaaaaaan This update is NEEDED!!! Even the vertical switch is dope!! Need the ursa G2 update now so i can go through my clips
I haven't updated my 6k pro in a while. Do you know if I can jump straight into the new update or should i do an older version first? Thanks for the video!
I'm surprised that the good old BMPCC 4K still gets the update, which makes me think it is the most successful M43 camera ever.
Probably is the last update 😅, they have been very good too us
It"s basically the same camera across the board, 6k, came about only, because people started cry about having a full-frame sensor..
@@jmac2050 same os chip most likely ya, light additions to the board design from pocket 4k-cinema 6k mainly proxies & theathering would be new chips, grant wanted that, tbh I don't mind if it's the last update we got so many on the 4k 😅
Thanks for covering the internet sync part couldn't find information on it.
@4:50 Was happy to hear this specific update but sad to know since my bmpcc 4k only has 1 usb-C port it basically necessitates a cf-express card since my SD cards keep dropping frames - still no regrets getting this camera but don't have to use blackmagic cloud yet so I'll see when I get there.
YESS! Being able to have a gallery is so underrated!
This is a pretty incredible update!
Nice! I noticed your camera was on the setup menu when you tested UVC. I'll try mine later, but I wonder if it just turns off the feed when you are in the menu?
Awesome! Gotta update right now.
Great Update. Have installed. Emailed you with an issue with the 6K guide.
got my G2 in the mail YESTERDAY lol, havent even shot on it yet and then this dropped, thats dope as hell lmfao, also you are now my blackmagic guy glad this happened
I would love to see all my clips with different framerates without changing the Framerate setting, do you know if they add that? Cool video, thanks!
That would be awesome.
Yes, there's a media browser which shows all the clips, but you can also filter by framerate etc.
@@stevegreen9474 that’s awesome!!!
I have a Burano, why am I watching this? Lol, great video and I'm super excited for you!
you may need to set the camera output to 1080p for zoom, in obs you may also have to go to custom and fine tune the settings. I used to have the same problem with the mini recorder, if your camera output settings are not right the program might not detect it. Also, make sure the camera is not being used by another app, or it will not be available. hope this helps.
I have a new camera BM6KG2, there is the latest firmware 8.1. That is, all the previous firmwares have already been flashed there? I don't remember exactly. But I think there were improvements in focus in 7.9. To be honest, I didn't see any improvements in autofocus. So I think maybe not all the firmware is there. Thanks for the answer!
Thanks, Michael. Did you say this was a Beta upgrade? I have a BMPCC 6K. If it is a beta version, I will wait for the upgrade. You have a great channel. 👍
Is it possible to use your phone screen as an external monitor?
Important to note that it’s a “Public Beta” so maybe don’t update unless you’re fine with things being unstable.
Exactly! I’ll wait until the update is not beta 👌🏻
Appreciate that! Cool update, like the media pool and cloud / tethering features. We desperately need 4k 60fps out for live streaming.
Even blackmagic's final version is unstable
Bigger update than when we got BRAW? :)
……thats a fair argument. I guess nothing tops that 😅
@@initialfocus the new blackmagic 17K with price when will release too. you knows what I love with blackmagic company they release the new camera then in some time they will decrease their price 😅😅 this is the best company I love to see I love it because in price they does it decrease the price first then I want to knows if a person buy their camera but they give them a license for davinci resolve is them these license key will work in their latest software davinci resolve they like 19 davinci resolve .
absolute game changer of an update
Michael are you happy with the viewer ? I'm thinking about getting one too. Does it consume a lot of battery ?
I had hoped they update the video assist 12g as well, as of now it still lacks some features compared to others. Especially the EL zone and safety frame guides, and to top it off, the onion skin feature that the ninja has.
Hey Michael, regarding the webcam setting, have you tried leaving the Menu back to the live screen and see if it works? I get that with my sony FX3 when connected to an external monitor, maybe that’s the same case with your BMPCC 6k.
What is the plate you have on top of the camera? Looks super handy and sleek
Ikr
While I haven't tried it on that camera, I did run into the same problem with OBS that you described using a Sony full frame camera that I am using as a webcam. The solution was to switch to a different camera within OBS, and then to switch back to the Sony - after which, there was no need to repeat the step. This is likely a bug in OBS, and likely affects display of the stream from the BMPCC in the same way.
For the webcam check the camera resolution am sure there is a limitation and that it needs to be on a specific resolution and format
Those are all amazing features. I feel like it would be a way better workflow to own a black magic camera since I’m already editing on DaVinci. Especially coming from a Sony a7siii and not having full raw features using the ninja v
Can you still use a T7ssd cause I can’t get mine to pop up at all now since I did the update
OK! now that we know that the usbc can send a video signal, is that a 1080p signal, or 6k signal? I would love to send a signal to an external reorder to get prores 6k!!
Finally.. as a G2 owner i was thinking to buy lens and specifically the Tokina 11-20 atx, did they fix the iris issues?
My Tokina 11-16 is working fine after the update.
Hi,
I use the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8 (its a popular one) and i want to make sure are you talking about the variable iris when changing the focal length? As I don't like this so much, it annoys me! In fact i was using an older ursa 4.6K today in a TV studio at uni with older sony broadcast cameras, beside the point, and i was on dolly/track with it with the same lens (not mine) and it's so annoying as im trying to match it to the other cameras aswell you know. It looked fine Dont get me wrong but will this update fix this is that what your saying?
I own a 6K G2 aswell, amazing purchase!!
Yes, they have
@@wagalama8999 that lens is built that way. It’s f2.8-4 so there is nothing that can make the iris stay at 2.8 when you zoom the lens. You need a lens with an iris that is constant throughout the zoom range. This isn’t a Blackmagic camera issue. It’s the design of that lens.
Have there been battery improvenment w BM 4K???
Most carriers cap their data limit for hotspot, no? I guess if you had unlimited it would be a great feature.. unless there's another way to connect to the internet.
STILL waitng for my ursa mini pro 4.6k G2 to have a firmware update to change the colorscience from GEN 4 to GEN 5.
how you will upload your file if you filming with ssd? so you can´t add your phone as hotspot for uploading. can you give me an answer how i can do this
Hello, I have a question about the USB-C webcam mode. What is the difference between this new functionality and using the camera via HDMI with an HDMI-USB converter connected to the computer? I personally operate this way and it works perfectly. Thank you 🙏
It's mean, No need capture card.
The Tobin Effect. He just wills action from Blackmagic with sheer indomitable psychic force.
This by far is my favorite comment. Thanks for making my day 😂🙌🏼
Can't wait to do meetings in anamorphic hahah! 🎥 No more seriously, this update is 🔥 especially the files manager!
This is awesome! I’m also curious if anyone has a proxy option? I don’t want originals to go to cloud when I’m tethering on my cellular data.
That's really cool with the cloud integration, but man that would kill my data, wish it could happen over wifi. But what a great update for my 6K
How is the camera detecting your wi-fi? I can not connect to the internet. On a Samsung S22 and hotspot on... nothing happening. PLease help. I plan on bringing my cam to London and would love to upload to cloud to dump... Thanks in advance. Anyone would be helpful. Appreciated.
Wild!
We're gonna be able to use macbooks as external monitors!
I would like to have seen the automatic generation of proxies in the camera to the drive also, just like BMC app for the iPhone for upload to the cloud. They spoiled me with that and speed up my workflow a lot. !!!
You know what's sad about being a BMD cinema camera user? Getting excited about finally being able to delete single clips in camera after 7 years of using them.
It reminds me of those watches in Spy Kids 3 that had all the spy tech installed but couldn’t tell time lol
This is massive news! Question, will it upload the full raw file, or does it create proxies now too?
I had this question too - in my test it was the full file - wondering if they'll be an option to create proxies - hopefully!
@@rodprod8522 Wow that will use a lot of mobile data! The Full Frame 6K creates proxies, lets hope they introduce it to next update
So, if you connect the camera to the computer and run the Blackmagic Camera Setup app again, then click on the camera you have connected, it goes into the network setup for the camera I think for use as a webcam(?). I have no idea what to do from here, but it's basically a network interface for the camera. I'll have to do some more research to see if this is something I can set up for OBS or not.
Really wish they would add opengate to the Pocket 4K in a firmware update. I'm on the fence about selling both of mine
My guess for webcam you might have to match the resolution and fps in camera. Full HD/ 24FPS.
Someone else commented that and I tried it. Sadly didn’t work. May just re install the update. Someone else said they just plugged it in and it worked
I guess it would be cool if it was possible to use a phone as both a monitor and a cellular-tethering device at the same time?
Hello Is your 6k pro tutorial on your website compatible for the 6kg2 ?
Buying a 4K in 2019 I did not expect to keep getting updates for it 5 years later. It’ll be another 5 and there will still be RUclips videos titled “Is this camera good to buy in 2030” Yes!!!
This is so cool and helps a lot. I still kinda wish for a continous AF for those lazy days (I know it won't happen)
😮😮😮 super cool! I got the 6k Pro and the 6k FF
Wow,
Just a general question how well do they pair? Which one do you prefer, why? Which one is the better production camera?
i Have a G2 and wonder weather i should have waited for FF as lenses are easier on FF with coverage for sensor.
@@wagalama8999 haha, we gotta talk 😉
For the webcam feature: I got it working. you just need to turn the camera off, disconnect it from the computer, and turn it back on and try again. Then it works FLAWLESSLY!
Yeah, I had the same result. It's hopefully a bug that will get fixed in the public release
@@BYWhistory Yeah🤞
so, can u view the photos taken now?
Nope. They still don't show up
Installed update' usb webcam worked straight away via zoom. I'd like to see if we can connect it yo our smart phone and use bmc to livestream.
Ran a test with as webcam , it didnt work at first. Step1:Updated zoom
2:connect camera.
3: launch zoom - settings - video - toggle camera selection to BMPCC 6K
4: select webcam on camera
5:POWER CYCLE CAMERA
6: ITS WORKS as a webcam 🎉
Can I see stills in gallary?
Also allows changing the Start/Stop and Auto-Focus as function buttons (new, right?) but doesn’t seem to work for me.
One thing I noticed was when I updated my 6K (not 6K Pro), I wasn't able to review any of the exiting clips that I had on the Coast card. But if I recorded a new clip it worked. I made sure all the capture settings were still the same as last time, but it didn't want to read them. I'm figuring this won't be a problem moving forward, but something to be aware of.
try turning off and on the camera while the usb is plugged into the computer?
after turning on use as webcam
Yeah some weird bug or mis step in the process happening because yes After a reboot and switching video inputs in OBS or Skype it worked perfect!
amazing news! thx!
Wow. Very nice
Hopefully a new flagship camera as well
Anyone know if this is available on the URSA??? 😮
I would never delete single clips off the camera. Just as quick way to corrupt a ssd or card.
While I’m with you 98% of the time i never delete single clips, for that one time where I truly need the space and forgot to delete a clip I didn’t need anymore it’s nice to know I won’t be screwed haha
did they fix the problem with the firmware with the uncontrollable iris on sigma 18-35 and bunch of other lenses?
My Tokina 11-20 works now (hasn’t since 7.9)
@@brandonblackonline That's good news! Can't wait to test it, I'm stuck on 7.9 just because of that bug
What about the Ursa?????
you're never gonna beat the insider info allegations
Hopefully the new update release is required for a new incoming camera
I noticed that the screen is not as bright as in the previous update
It usually resets the display back to 50% brightness. Did you slide it back to 100%?
@@initialfocus no upgrade to bmpcc 4k dark screen problem
Still no update for the Blackmagic 12k sadly...
Any update about atems
Can u see the photos u snapped?
Did you forget the lens cap on 😅
Someone already tested the new gyro data reliability?
Am I the only one to think that the best thing in this update is the delete files option? (insert here mind blow meme)
anyone else having trouble connecting to Bluetooth? both 4K and 6K Pros just won't connect
🔥🔥🔥
You may just need to lower resolution or bitrate for the webcam part. I have had issues with canon cameras not being displayed over hdmi 4k but working in 1080, depending on the app etc.
ooooo that’s a good idea! I’m gonna try that!
@@initialfocusdid it work?
blackmagic is genius...
Windows 11 and the 4k are fine as a webcam.
my god
Finally single clip deletion. Sheesh.
Better late than never I guess 😂
@@initialfocus right! lol I’m glad that they did that. I do want to try that webcam feature.
I have a pocket 4k. I installed it haven’t played with it yet.
Interested to see if that too got all the cloud features!
Looks like the cloud features are there, but the phone tethering doesn’t seem to be supported Might have to wait for some official documentation to see how it works.
It would make sence tbh I don't think they put in a mobile chip sweat😅
@@initialfocus it did. I will try to connect to the cloud today.
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2
Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
Cinema Camera 6K
And no Ursa
Maybe try the HDMI port for the Web Cam function?
and plug it in where? :)) into a capture board?
You wouldn't need a web cam function for that.
Using an HDMI capture card has been the only way before this update, but having usb Web cam function eliminates the need for a capture device and an HDMI cable, I'm curious to see how the quality compares but nonetheless it's good to have options!
Biggest update ever! In the history of all BMD! I guess Braw, or upgrades to color science, or OS updates were nothing. So much sensationalism and click-bait. BMD are amazing for continuing to update cameras, even old cameras like the pockets 4k, but seriously... the hugest, all caps!
I need an update for autofocus
The video starts at 3:44
Is the image black cause you got the lens cap on?😉
Not trying offend you🙈 happens to the best of us…😆
You can see the video in the camera's display, so no, the lens cap isn't on.
Thanks for letting know about the news. However watching your comments how much you love camera and all the non related talks could be really cut off leaving video 25% just with the news....
😂?? What?