The Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K LF 100G is a large-format digital film camera with a 12K RGBW sensor, 16 stops of dynamic range, and 100G Ethernet for high-end cinema and SMPTE 2110 IP production. It records Blackmagic RAW with simultaneous HD proxies, captures full-sensor 4K through 12K without cropping, and gives crews a flexible camera platform that can transition from controlled narrative work to demanding live workflows without changing how the image feels.
Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K LF 100G Key Features:
- Large-format 12K digital film camera for cinema and live IP production
- 100G Ethernet supports SMPTE 2110 video, streaming, control and fast file access
- 12K RGBW sensor delivers 16 stops of dynamic range for richer grading latitude
- Immersive full-sensor 4K, 8K, 9K and 12K capture keeps lens framing consistent
- Blackmagic RAW recording preserves sensor detail for more flexible post-production
- Simultaneous HD proxy recording speeds up editing and remote collaboration
- Built-in OLPF reduces moiré on fabrics, screens and fine textures
- Motorised 2, 4 and 6 stop IR ND filters keep exposure changes quick
- Dual 5-inch HDR touchscreens improve monitoring from either side of the camera
- Dual 12G-SDI, XLR, LEMO and Fischer connections suit professional rig builds
- Interchangeable mount system supports PL, LPL, EF and B4 lens setups
- Compatible with the Blackmagic URSA Cine EVF OLED viewfinder rig
- Complete kit includes 8TB Media Module, rigging hardware, power and hard case
FAQs
What kind of productions is the Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K LF 100G best suited to?
This camera suits high-end narrative, commercial, branded, studio, and live IP productions that require a large-format image with robust post-production flexibility. The 12K sensor gives you room for finishing, reframing, and multiple deliverables, while the 100G Ethernet connection makes it far more adaptable than a conventional cinema body. It is the kind of camera that makes sense when image quality is important, but workflow and integration matter just as much.
What are the practical benefits of Blackmagic RAW on this camera?
Blackmagic RAW keeps the sensor data flexible, so exposure, colour, and tonal decisions can be refined later without the footage feeling brittle. That gives colourists more room to work and helps productions protect highlight and shadow detail more effectively than heavily baked-in codecs. At the same time, the files are still manageable enough for real-world post pipelines, which is why the format works well on a camera designed for both quality and speed.
Why does full-sensor recording matter at different resolutions?
Full-sensor recording allows you to switch between 12K, 9K, 8K, and 4K without changing your lens's field of view. In practice, this makes lens choices easier to manage and keeps framing more consistent when different versions of a project need different finishing resolutions. It is especially useful on productions where you want the same visual character across cinema, broadcast, and digital platforms.
How useful are the built-in ND filters and OLPF in shooting?
These features make a real difference to day-to-day camera handling. The internal IR ND filters let you react quickly to changing light while keeping your preferred aperture and shutter settings, which is far easier than reaching for external filtration every time conditions shift. The optical low-pass filter helps reduce moiré and aliasing from fabrics, fine textures, and LED sources, so the image stays cleaner in situations that can trip up very sharp, high-resolution cameras.
What does the 100G Ethernet connection add beyond standard camera networking?
The 100G Ethernet connection makes the camera much more flexible in a modern production environment. Alongside fast file access and cloud-based workflows, it supports SMPTE 2110 IP video, camera control, and streaming, allowing the camera to integrate more naturally into studio and live production setups. For crews working across different kinds of jobs, this makes the camera easier to justify, as it can do more than a single-purpose cinema body.
Does the Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K LF 100G support different lens mounts?
Yes. The URSA Cine platform supports interchangeable PL, LPL, EF, and B4 mounts, giving the camera a much broader appeal across cinema and broadcast work. This kit includes an installed PL mount and also includes an EF mount with screws, so you can start with a more traditional cinema lens setup or switch to EF glass when the job calls for it. That added flexibility makes the package easier to fit into mixed rental stock, owner-operator kits, and productions that do not always use the same lens system.
Product Specification
| Audio Formats | 2-channel, 24-bit, 48 kHz |
| Dimensions | 25.07 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm (body only) |
| Dynamic Range | 16 stops |
| Effective Resolution | 98 Megapixel (12,288 x 8040) |
| Frame Rates | 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 fps High-speed options up to: 12,288 x 8040 up to 80 fps 12,288 x 6912 up to 100 fps 12,288 x 5112 up to 120 fps 9408 x 6264 up to 100 fps 8192 x 5360 up to 144 fps 8192 x 3408 up to 224 fps 4096 x 2680 up to 144 fps |
| Image Processor | Blackmagic Generation 6 Color Science |
| Included Accessories | PL mount camera, 8TB Media Module, handle, top rod mount, Baseplate 19, B-Mount plate, WiFi antennas, EF mount and screws, 24V 250W power supply, caps, screen hood, DaVinci Resolve Studio, Pelican 1510 case, sticker |
| Inputs | 2 x XLR 3-pin mic/line input with +48V phantom power 1 x BNC reference / timecode input 1 x LEMO 8-pin power input 2 x USB-C camera interface input/output 1 x USB-C firmware 1 x RJ45 / 100 Gigabit Ethernet input/output |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 40°C |
| Outputs | 2 x 12G-SDI output 1 x RJ45 SMPTE 2110 output 1 x 3.5 mm TRRS headphone/mic output 1 x LEMO 7-pin power output 1 x Fischer 3-pin power output |
| Power Supply | 1 x 8-pin LEMO power input Compatible with 12V and 24V external power sources 1 x 24V 250W external power supply included 1 x B-Mount battery plate included Built-in lithium-ion battery |
| Recording Formats | Blackmagic RAW H.264 proxy Blackmagic IP10 IP streaming: RTMP, SRT |
| Recording Media | Blackmagic Media Module 8TB |
| Screen Dimensions | 5 inches |
| Screen Type | Primary monitor: articulating 5" touchscreen LCD Status display: fixed non-touchscreen LCD |
| Sensitivity|ISO Range | Native ISO 200 to 3200 |
| Sensor Size | 35.64 x 23.32 mm |
| Shooting Resolutions | 12,288 x 8040 12,288 x 6912 12,288 x 6480 12,288 x 5112 9648 x 8040 9408 x 6264 9312 x 4896 8688 x 4896 7680 x 6408 8192 x 5360 8192 x 4608 8192 x 4320 8192 x 3408 6432 x 5360 4096 x 2680 4096 x 2304 4096 x 2160 3840 x 2160 4096 x 1704 1920 x 1080 |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 45°C |
| Weight | 3.7 kg (Body Only) |
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| Monthly Instalment | 23 x £537.56 | 35 x £381.12 |
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