The Blackmagic PYXIS 12K L-Mount is a digital film camera with a 12,288 × 8,040 full-frame RGBW sensor, an optical low-pass filter, a dynamic range of 16 EV, and a permanently integrated active L-Mount. It records Blackmagic RAW and H.264 proxy files to a pair of CFexpress cards or an external USB-C storage device, and offers 10G Ethernet and 12G-SDI moni…
The Blackmagic PYXIS 12K L-Mount is a digital film camera with a 12,288 × 8,040 full-frame RGBW sensor, an optical low-pass filter, a dynamic range of 16 EV, and a permanently integrated active L-Mount. It records Blackmagic RAW and H.264 proxy files to a pair of CFexpress cards or an external USB-C storage device, and offers 10G Ethernet and 12G-SDI monitoring.
Full-frame digital cinema camera
This exact model combines a 12,288 × 8,040 RGBW full-frame sensor with an optical low-pass filter, 16 stops of dynamic range, dual CFexpress slots and a fixed active L-Mount. It is made to build into the exact rig required by a production.


The machined aluminium body and side plates provide mounting points for microphones, brackets, SSDs and more. Its built-in 4-inch Full HD HDR touchscreen reaches 1,500 nits, while the optional PYXIS Monitor adds a larger touch display and full camera control.
The multiscale sensor works in 12K, 8K and 4K. Maximum frame rates are 40 fps in 12K open-gate 3:2, 60 fps in 12K 2.4:1 and 112 fps in 8K/4K 2.4:1. It records 12-bit Blackmagic RAW and H.264 proxy files to dual CFexpress or external USB-C media, while 10G Ethernet supports Blackmagic Cloud.

PYXIS 12K uses a 36 × 24 mm RGBW sensor with a native 12,288 × 8,040 resolution. Open-gate 3:2 helps reframing in post, while 6:5 supports anamorphic lenses. Its 16 stops of dynamic range preserve highlight and shadow detail; native ISO is 800.
L-Mount, distinct from EF and PL
This variant has a fixed active L-Mount, not locking EF or PL. Supported L-Mount lenses can provide lens data and enable iris and focus control. It works with current Leica, Panasonic and Sigma full-frame lenses and suitable adapters.
Recording, cloud and connectivity
Two CFexpress slots support fast Blackmagic RAW recording and USB-C accepts external media. Simultaneous H.264 proxies speed Blackmagic Cloud transfer. The camera includes 12G-SDI monitoring, mini XLR with 48V phantom power, 10G Ethernet and internal RTMP/SRT streaming.
Power and accessories
The camera uses BP-U batteries. Suitable optional accessories include PYXIS Monitor, PYXIS Pro Grip, PYXIS Pro Handle, a cage for PYXIS 6K/12K and CFexpress Type B media.
The Blackmagic PYXIS 12K is a professional L-Mount film camera that requires a specific BP-U power supply and extremely fast CFexpress Type B media for 12K RAW recording due to its high performance. The accessories listed below ensure full compatibility for power, data storage, and integration into 12G-SDI production workflows.
Power and Batteries - The camera uses BP-U batteries, which ensure reliable operation in the field.
Storage Media - Fast CFexpress Type B cards are essential for 12K high-resolution recording.
Converters and video signal - Accessories for managing 12G-SDI and 3G-SDI signals and converting them for monitoring.
Editing and Post-Production - Software and drivers optimized for processing 12-bit RAW footage from Blackmagic cameras.
Capture and Editing Cards - Devices for capturing video from a camera to a computer via SDI or Thunderbolt.
Production Control and Streaming - Production control rooms suitable for managing streams and working with multiple signal sources.
Accessories and Rigging - Mechanical accessories for mounting cameras and other equipment.
| Manufacturer: | Blackmagic Design |
| Category: | Digital Cinema |
| Resolution | 12K |
| Type of bayonet | L-Mount |
| Output | 12G SDI |
| Velikost snímače | Full Frame |
| Maximální rozlišení videa | 12K |
| Záznamová média | SSD |
| Video výstupy a přenos | HDMI · SDI · USB-C · Ethernet / IP |
| Version | film |
| Record format | RAW |
| FPS | 4K 112fps |
| Media type | CFexpress |
| Battery type | BP-U |
| Colour depth | 12 bit |
| Other features | Streaming · Proxy recording · SRT · XLR input |
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