The Blackmagic PYXIS 12K PL 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 PL 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 monitori…
The Blackmagic PYXIS 12K PL 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 PL 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 PL 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.
PL mount, distinct from EF and PL
This variant has a fixed active PL mount, not locking EF or PL. PL lenses can provide lens data and enable iris and focus control. It works with high-quality professional cinema lenses from Zeiss, ARRI, Cooke and more without an adapter.
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 PL is a high-end digital film camera equipped with a PL mount and a 12K sensor, which requires high-performance CFexpress Type B media and a BP-U battery for operation. To fully utilize the 12G-SDI output and process RAW footage, it is essential to select compatible accessories for monitoring and post-production in the DaVinci Resolve system.
Memory Cards and Readers - Due to the high data throughput of 12K RAW recording, fast CFexpress Type B cards are required.
Power and Batteries - The PYXIS camera uses BP-U rechargeable batteries, which ensure reliable operation in the field.
Video Converters and Interfaces - Accessories for working with 12G-SDI signals and integrating the camera into a studio environment.
Software and Post-Production - Tools for editing, color grading, and processing 12K RAW footage from Blackmagic cameras.
| Manufacturer: | Blackmagic Design |
| Category: | Digital Cinema |
| Resolution | 12K |
| Type of bayonet | PL |
| Output | 12G SDI |
| Velikost snímače | Full Frame |
| Bajonet | PL |
| 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 Type B |
| Battery type | BP-U |
| Colour depth | 12 bit |
| Other features | Streaming · Proxy recording · SRT · XLR input |
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