Blackmagic Design Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus G2

1. General Overview

The Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus G2 delivers the functionality of high-end studio cameras in a compact, portable design. Leveraging a wide dynamic range and the advanced color science of digital cinema cameras, it handles challenging lighting conditions and produces film-like images.

2. Sensor Specifications and Lens Mount

• Sensor Size: 17.78 mm x 10 mm (4/3 format)
• Lens Mount: Active Micro 4/3 mount
• Lens Control: Aperture, focus, and zoom adjustments for compatible lenses

3. Image Performance

• Dynamic Range: 13 stops
• Dual Native ISO: 0dB and 18dB
• Sensitivity at 0dB Gain:
  • f11 at 2160p at 59.94 fps
  • f12 at 2160p at 50 fps
  • 2000 lux with 89.9% reflectance
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 63dB at 2160p

4. Resolution and Frame Rates

• Recording Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD) up to 60 fps
• Available Frame Rates: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, and 60 fps
  • Off-speed frame rates available up to 60 fps in Ultra HD
• Focus: Autofocus available for compatible lenses

5. Display and Controls

• Display:
  • 7-inch capacitive touchscreen LCD with a resolution of 1920 x 1200
  • Brightness of 600 nits
• Controls:
  • On-screen touchscreen menu
  • Settings knob
  • PGM button
  • Programmable buttons F1, F2, and F3
  • Knobs for brightness, contrast, and peaking
• Mounting Options:
  • Two 1/4” mounting holes
  • One 3/8” mounting hole for tripod installation

6. Video and Audio Connections

• Video:
  • Input: 1 SDI video input
  • Outputs:
    • 1 SDI video output (supports transmission rates of 1.5G, 3G, 6G, 12G)
    • 1 HDMI 2.0 video output
• Audio:
  • Analog Audio Input: 1 stereo 3.5 mm jack (also usable for incoming timecode)
  • Analog Audio Output: 1 TRRS 3.5 mm mini jack for headphones with microphone
  • Reference Input: SDI program input on the camera
  • SDI Audio Output:
    • Two embedded program audio channels in the 1.5G/3G/6G/12G SDI signal
    • Talkback available on channels 15 and 16

7. Remote Control and Computer Interface

• Remote Control: Operable via SDI, HDMI, or Ethernet USB
• Computer Interface:
  • 2 USB‑C 3.1 Gen 1 expansion ports (up to 5Gb/s)
  • For recording externally in Blackmagic RAW and connecting Focus Demand/Zoom Demand systems
  • Software updates via a USB‑C A port

8. Video Standards and Audio Sampling

• HD Video Standards:
  • 1080i: 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
  • 1080p: 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
• Ultra HD Video Standards:
  • 2160p: 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60
• SDI Compliance: SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M (Levels A and B), SMPTE 2081‑1, SMPTE 2081‑10, SMPTE 2082‑1, and SMPTE 2082‑10
• Audio Sampling:
  • For both SDI and HDMI, 48kHz and 24 bit (broadcast standard)

9. Recording Media and File Formats

• Media:
  • 2 USB‑C 3.1 Gen 1 expansion ports for external recording in Blackmagic RAW
• Supported Formatting:
  • ExFAT (Windows/Mac) or HFS+ (Mac)
• Compatible Codecs:
  • Blackmagic RAW at constant bit rates: 3:1, 5:1, 8:1, 12:1
  • Blackmagic RAW at constant quality: Q0, Q1, Q3, Q5
• Recording Formats:
  • Blackmagic RAW in Ultra HD (3840 x 2160) at the selected frame rate
• Storage Data Rates (based on 30 fps):
  • Blackmagic RAW 3:1 – 127 MB/s
  • Blackmagic RAW 5:1 – 77 MB/s
  • Blackmagic RAW 8:1 – 48 MB/s
  • Blackmagic RAW 12:1 – 32 MB/s
  • Blackmagic RAW Q0 – 96 to 190 MB/s
  • Blackmagic RAW Q1 – 64 to 153 MB/s
  • Blackmagic RAW Q3 – 43 to 109 MB/s
  • Blackmagic RAW Q5 – 26 to 64 MB/s
    (These constant quality rates are indicative and vary with the captured subject.)

10. External Control and API

• External Control Options:
  • Blackmagic Zoom Demand and Blackmagic Focus Demand systems enable control of the camera and lens via tripod arms
  • Blackmagic Control Protocol via SDI and HDMI allows external control through compatible ATEM switchers (using ATEM Software Control or ATEM Camera Control Panel) to adjust focus, aperture, zoom, color correction, tally, and REC Start/Stop on externally connected media
  • REST API: Enables camera control over Ethernet USB via HTTP (compatible with REST client applications like Postman)

11. Network Management and File Access

• Time Synchronization: Via the NTP protocol with a chosen NTP server
• File Access:
  • Web Media Manager: Accessible through a browser over Ethernet to browse, download, and delete files on the connected drive
  • FTP: For downloading files from connected drives
  • SMB: For network file sharing

12. Color Correction

• System: DaVinci YRGB

13. Talkback and Tally

• Tally Indicators:
  • 1 front light
  • 1 rear indicator light
• Talkback: Available on SDI channels 15 and 16

14. Software and Operating Systems

• Included Software: Blackmagic Camera Setup for Mac and Windows
• Supported OS:
  • Mac: macOS Ventura 13.0, macOS Sonoma 14.0 or later
  • Windows: Windows 10 and 11

15. Power Requirements and Consumption

• Power Supply: External DC 12V 60W power supply
• Power Input: DC barrel connector 12V, 5.5 mm with locking mechanism
• Power Consumption: 15‑22 W

16. Optional Accessories

• Blackmagic Focus Demand
• Blackmagic Zoom Demand
• ATEM Mini switcher
• ATEM Television Studio HD and HD Pro switchers

17. Physical and Environmental Specifications

• Operating Temperature: 0° to 40° C
• Storage Temperature: -20° to 45° C
• Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing)

18. Package Contents

• Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus G2
• Dedicated sunshade for the camera
• Tripod mount compatible with light 15 mm rails
• Lens cap
• External DC 12V power supply with locking system and international adapters

19. Warranty

• Limited one-year manufacturer warranty