Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Film Look Test

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Short natural light test with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4k (amzn.to/2XpoAzE). Shot with the Lumix 12-35mm 2.8 (amzn.to/2KWHvtq), at 4K DCI 4:1.
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[@UglyMcGregor]

My Pocket 6k Video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5iycp6Ap8qNgMU

[@UglyMcGregor]

@Chris H You need a good lens, sure. But I wouldn't say you need the specific lens I used.

[@cinemafilms8803]

How’s this camera for night scenes?

[@TylerCampaney]

UglyMcGregor what lens was this?

[@theworldinthevlog9970]

How do the default lens work? I'm wondering if black magic used any lens in their marketing page of pocket cam? Can you tell me?

[@stepbro1992]

@@UglyMcGregor so which lens are you using ? Thanks

[@raksh9]

Now this is a true 'film look', unlike the so-called cinematic videos out there. Muted colours but a dense look, good skin tones, well controlled highlights, good shadow detail without crushing the blacks.

[@ryansulak]

do you know why it looks so 'dense'? It definitely has a fuller, softer quality to the film. Whereas, the Fuji Xt3, while I love the colorspace, remains too sharp, and seems more digital looking. This footage is really unrivaled from what I've seen for that film look, But from a usability perspective, I much prefer the Fuji. I'm wondering if there is any way to achieve this look in post with the Fuji?

[@raksh9]

@@ryansulak Not sure why, it might have something to do with the combination of sensor, bitrate and codec of the P4K. You've probably noticed that RED Epic files have a density that a lot of other cameras lack, too. This isn't a RED but there's a sense of 'thickness' to the image which I'm not seeing in cams like the XT3, like you say.

[@Nphoto1]

It's because it's RAW

[@gubunken]

I agree 😂

[@NathanBaldassero]

@@ryansulak i've seen some tests for XT3 where they turned down sharpness, highlights, etc all the way and opened the shadows. All while using the Eterna profile and it looks quite nice. but of course it comes down to lenses and there's just something about blackmagic that hasn't been matched for that film look I feel.

[@joshjardim]

Best looking shots of anything I’ve seen from this camera thus far. Beautiful work, awesome grade.

[@steveswanproductionstt6355]

I agree

[@nickdattner8680]

I totally agree. The bulk of stuff I've seen so far is banal.

[@ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST]

To me, this straight-up looks like a Hollywood movie. The mood, the music, the image quality; you nailed everything. IMPRESSIVE WORK. The hot highlights are the only thing that gives it away, and it's just the limitations of the sensor. God bless!

[@danvselise]

Yeah. Beautiful photography. I think it looks better than any current movies or TV which use, ironically, more advanced and expensive cameras and formats.

[@SethsProject]

I'm 20 seconds in and..... I'm speechless. What a stunning camera. I feel like I'm actually watching a movie! Great job!

[@Skully]

"It's not the camera, It's the talent behind it"

[@christophershivers6257]

it is just not talent, it's the actual camera too. Each camera has a specific look. Everything you have is an extension of your body. Would you throw away your arm. Don't think of a camera as thing you can just throw away. That's why DPs and directors chose certain cameras, lens, etc.

[@Skully]

@@christophershivers6257 But... If you don't know how to use a camera you won't get the same results.

[@christophershivers6257]

+ThaSkully i never said that you didn't need talent, of course you need to learn how to use a camera lol. However, when people think that all I need is talent then they think gear doesn't matter. I have heard youtubers say, oh dont worry about your lens that doesn't matter, or dont worry about the camera that doesn't matter. or dont worry about the lights that doesn't matter. Which all of them does matter, because each one gives you a different look

[@Skully]

@@christophershivers6257 yea of course. Just know how to use them is all im saying.

[@rammo1181]

I also think the word "talent" belittles the expertise behind it. It's not like people just wake up and know how to do it. They have gained so much knowledge and practice over the years ....it's skill.

[@ntouched]

Is this really a $1300 camera or $13,000?!!!........Excellent Work!

[@intrinsiccinema7374]

1300 for real

[@bernardgiovani958]

Actually 1300 dollars for the camera, BUT and there is a BUT: you need to buy all the material for working the picture after you had filmed, post-production, hard disk to contain RAW files, and finally it becomes very veryyyyy expansive...

[@blackhax36]

@@bernardgiovani958 Not really.

[@Avratin]

@@bernardgiovani958 It's not thaaat much more expensive, really. A decent lens, maybe a cage and handle, an SSD, and you get DaVinci Resolve for free with the camera, so you can grade and edit there.

[@bernardgiovani958]

@@Avratin I learned a bit about this camera those past days and I have to admit that there are some things for and some things against. It seems quite interesting but anyway, no camera even the RED can make miracles. The only thing above the machine a cameraman needs is his ability. Why not, I don't know...

[@neon8270]

Beautifully shot and graded my man, you've really demonstrated the full potential "cinematic look" this camera can achieve. Keep up the good work!

[@LeonhardWindecker]

This proves that a true film look doesn't require shallow depth of field

[@isaac10231]

LOL

[@into.the.wood.chipper.]

It doesn't require low contrast, either. Both myths!

[@into.the.wood.chipper.]

@johnny walker Bokeh is an artificial, overused gimmick that doesn't occur in human vision, even when focusing on an object 3 inches away. If you're using Bokeh in place of good storytelling, your filmmaking skills are brokeh. If this is just about directing audience attention, you can do that with selective (noir?) lighting, staging, and color.

[@BigChiken44]

there's nothing wrong about extreme DoF. It's nice and simple way to get a "true film look"

[@landonp629]

The whole shallow DOF craze is a scourge. You hardly EVER see true shallow DOF in many movies - and when its used, it's used to tell a story. You only tend to see a ton of shallow DOF in 'cinematic test videos' on KZbin. Thankfully, this video didn't fall into the trap... It used the shallow DOF sparingly, and that makes it stand out when its used - in a good way - like at 2:47 in the clip.

[@ConsensusX]

Best BMPC4K footage I've seen! The camera movements and color grading are on-point! Truly cinema quality.

[@UglyMcGregor]

Thanks!

[@earnieboy54]

This also goes to show that great, framing, composition, music, and editing complete the package. So emotional. So brilliant. Excellent.

[@Andresvideo]

5 years later, this video is still looking IMPRESSIVE. It looks gorgeous and shows what a revolutionary beast the Pocket 4K was and still is.

[@shueibdahir]

Only when shooting CDNG. This wasn't blackmagic raw.

[@ty-fighter]

Wow, I already own this camera and a similar Panasonic lens, but this test makes me want to go out and buy it all over again. Truly, beautiful work.

[@gxrsky]

lol

[@Emsyaz]

Watching cinematic videos like this is so therapeutic and calming to the heart.

[@UglyMcGregor]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@caramelcornea]

This looks incredible! Can you tell us more about how you graded the footage? A breakdown of everything you did in Resolve would be greatly appreciated!

[@veganchasers2213]

Haha me tooooo

[@UglyMcGregor]

For all questions and answers regarding the video, please see here: www.indietips.com/blackmagic-pocket-cinema-camera-4k-film-look-test-qa/

[@mavelaw]

For this type of footage, what media storage would you recommend? At your resolution and compression would a T5 Samsung 500-1TB SSD suffice? If so, how long can I expect it to last minute-wise? Thanks again for the great content!

[@LeeAnnGlenn]

The website is down since a couple weeks, when is it coming back?

[@Loftikaz]

website is down, wouldn't mind paying few dollars for a guide to this.

[@kohdubrand]

One of the most important questions haven't been answered :) What media storage did you use to achieve this quality of the recording? It seems to be a problem finding that perfect SD or CFast card to record in 4K DCI Lossless. Looking forward to your reply.

[@johnlemon8267]

Please upload a video on the grading and editing process.

[@erhangucel]

yeah, that would be awesome. awesome grade!

[@9VARZ]

Yes, please!

[@KittyGuerrillaFilms]

looks to me like premiere pro with lumetri and some vignette and creative control with gorilla grain added opacity around 25-50

[@caramelcornea]

Ed David, Why do you think it’s done in Premiere with Lumetri? Wouldn’t Resolve make more sense, especially for Black Magic footage?

[@sammason2334]

@@caramelcornea Because he wants to sound smart haha

[@pushREC]

Absolutely stunning footage! Right up there with RED and Arri!

[@Timtalks_]

probably the best footage I've seen anywhere...that with some stabilizers, you will have a killer production set

[@UglyMcGregor]

Thanks Timmy!

[@ronwilkinson6114]

I Love the quality of the video but there is definitely a story being told here. That's the sign of a good film maker....bravo.

[@UglyMcGregor]

Thanks

[@danwilliams1935]

This Video has made my decision to upgrade to the BMPCC... Great work 👍🏽

[@zbyneksurovec]

same :D

[@giuseppeguida6425]

@@zbyneksurovec e6 D💕👏👍😘s @te e la donna sono ancora

[@sammymorales6838]

You should do a video showing how you graded this. looks amazing

[@giuseppeguida6425]

1 €

[@KANGLEIVIEW]

Great work. Let me know the lens you are using here and process of color grading (any lut) ?

[@jackiejustfilms]

Same

[@smileychess]

Check the link in the description, he gives some of these details.

[@dennisderuiter7071]

I have never been convinced by any advertisement and whatnot to buy a product of this price class. You have just managed to do that with this beautiful film. I got a MFT Photocamera (Olympus OM-d EM10) which takes beautiful pictures but the filming mode sucks. And now I can take my lenses from my Olympus and create this... damn.

[@SimpleSandalsMedia]

After seeing this, I really want one.

[@alex_montoya]

Very nice! Care to explain a bit about the grading besides the grey shots?

[@JB_inks]

No he does not

[@1rushrush]

Great example of the dynamic range--and echoing other comments in your talented work

[@KatastrofaLaCocina]

Beautiful.

[@UglyMcGregor]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@alecbailey7235]

The dynamic range you are getting in these shots is insane! Seriously these are some incredible shots! Great work!

[@reidcipriani5673]

So many comments regarding price and image quality. Really the images come from your perspective and overall workflow, you did a great job on this piece!

[@findlukeaballdate]

this was amazing. oh my gosh that shot at 2:08 was beautiful!

[@theislamproject2024]

i cryed. the quality of this thing...... mind blowing, emotional

[@MVX]

Love the blend of hand held and Tripod, well done

[@BTMovieSecondChannel]

Agreed!

[@DunkIeosteus]

This footage is art! It produces so much emotion. Incredible work

[@D-Bo_26]

omg bro you are one of the few who made a cinema 4k, with all others I have left and right bars. in that case you have coded correctly

[@Dmeekification]

I have watched hundreds of videos of BMPCC4k footage, And not only is this one of my favorite videos (If not my very favorite) It led to me buying the same lens. I don’t own a speed booster and even though the sigma 18-35 does look sharp, it always has this weird gold tan color over the top of everything that no one seems to talk about (no matter what video I see). This video looks way more true to life and feels more like I’m looking through a window then something computer-generated or heavily color graded. Love this look!

[@OfTwoLands]

Really nice man, love the colours. Such a cool camera to shoot with.

[@gaia35]

This is so cinematic I was waiting for something to happen.

[@Jhoofnail]

Unreal dude. Waiting for any kind of notification for this camera to ship is absolutely EXCRUCIATING. Great work, easily the best shots I've seen for this camera. definitely subscribed!

[@veganchasers2213]

When did u order

[@sooomoza]

I feel your pain

[@BrendanMiranda]

REDs have no business costing $15k and up when you can get these results with a MFT Sensor...

[@FKfilmphotography]

Amen

[@40blockstudios60]

RED stands for Raping Everyone's Dollars.

[@worththewait6943]

they ar going to go out of business

[@BrendanMiranda]

@@worththewait6943 Maybe... Seems like they're one of the few companies really pressing 8k rn though. 🤷🏻‍♂️ But that doesn't mean they can't make their lower level models cheaper

[@worththewait6943]

BM is going to do what Sony a7 series did, with the pocket cinema. remember I told you this. @kielhoilett @@BrendanMiranda

[@cameramansam3240]

I still come back and watch this video months later, due to how impactful this is. I truly feel emotion through your imagery.. Through the lighting, composition, color grade and palette, and incredible scenery. Unbelievable work.

[@ayeeeck4512]

This camera captures breathless visuals and the person who has captured it has done an amazing job!

[@UglyMcGregor]

Thanks

[@ayeeeck4512]

Amazing work man! Would like to see some Color grading tutorials from you too.

[@jakubmokras9717]

At any points I felt like I was in the cinema. Great work man. Keep it up.

[@awadramy1]

Im guessing it looks this great because of ur editing abilities? The color grade is outstanding

[@TheGeocab]

The sunset at 1:26 looks amazing. I'm a complete novice when it comes to cameras, how was this captured? The sky looks incredible and you can still see the woman clearly at the same time. If I used my phone camera, or a Go Pro, the sky would be washed out, or the lady would be in blackness. Is this just the correct ISO setting? A filter on the lens? I'm really interested in learning things like this. Thank you!

[@UglyMcGregor]

Hey there. This is due to what is called dynamic range. The better dynamic range, the more detail the camera can capture of both the highlights and shadows. Read here for more info: www.premiumbeat.com/blog/what-is-dynamic-range/

[@TheGeocab]

@@UglyMcGregor Thanks for info and the link. Looking to buy my first "real" camera so researching as much as I can.

[@neilzedd8777]

@@TheGeocab How are you getting on now, Im you 8 months ago lol; currently in the research phase as well

[@KevinToine]

@@neilzedd8777 and I'm you now! 😅 In the research phase and currently the Blackmagic 4k seems the best deal for making movies on a budget

[@SpookyFairy]

Best sample video of a camera I've ever seen, amazing editing, WOW!

[@UglyMcGregor]

Thanks!

[@Photographicelements]

These images are so beautiful! JUst watched it again!

[@IWTBFOY]

This is so beautiful. Did you add film grain on top of it?

[@UglyMcGregor]

Yes. At 55% opacity.

[@w.w.7148]

Sure, don't you see that? I think it's far too much.

[@scopeouthorrorreviews2682]

My rule is always 25% or less lol but the video is still magnificient

[@AntoniosPapantoniou]

@@UglyMcGregor Great choice for adding the film grain, I'd even put more. Did you add it with DaVince Resolve ? Any kind of filter on top of the lens while shooting ?

[@ozzmanzz]

Looks beautiful

[@sighlus]

thank you for not uploading this footage in 720p. you are appreciated.

[@AllThingsFilm1]

Lovely colors. I don't care what anyone says. I like the color science of the BMPCC4K.

[@steveswanproductionstt6355]

Great video. I'm just a guy who always loved making videos with no schooling, just a 10 day film course, I'm actually saving for this camera and plan to buy it in January, this video has inspired me to travel and find exotic locations and capture them, among other content i hope to create, loved your video, again thanks for sharing.

[@MissPlajaLunadiMiele]

This video was filmed with a blackmagic 4k camera, what do you think? kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4G3ap5rl8ibfJI

[@tonyris4621]

That chair shot is stunning! excellent work!

[@rawkriotmedia3266]

Just finding this. Wow. This footage is crazy clean looking & you seem to use it well. I'd watch your films.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Stunning footage & work! Might I ask what the music is? It really complements the atmosphere.

[@JBHMEDIA]

The Great Wonder- Ryan Taubert

[@LukeFaulkner]

@@JBHMEDIA Thanks!

[@JBHMEDIA]

@@LukeFaulkner You got it!

[@theamazingworldoutthere]

omg for a moment I thought Daenerys Targaryen was going to show up . this looks so cinematic, very similar to the beach in dragon stone from game of thrones. great job.

[@RobinTheMarly]

Reminds me of the scene from Under The Skin - Jonathan Glazer

[@jeremynobles8853]

You did amazing bro. This is truly beautiful!

[@jcfilmz]

came to see the test footage... stayed because i thought i was watching a movie.

[@sarahdippity]

wow wow wow!!! it's like watching a movie ... soooo beautiful!!

[@trashbear_24]

Cinematic with suitable bgm also very important! Great work sir

[@darnellsmith363]

I'm humbled enough to say that opening was on par with Saving Private Ryan and most footage shot by Nat Geo, I've hesitated too long having a BPCC in my amazon wish list over something from RED

[@lolalala3230]

I totally can feel this film. This is so beautiful.

[@JoseTheRover]

That grade is bananas bro

[@dallasbagley]

F****** outstanding man. Wow, this cam really delivers, regardless of price. And where's the music from please?

[@apexhunter333]

This is one of a few videos here in KZbin that is a true cinematic. Thank you, your videos are healing.

[@Aidbesic]

This is very creative in terms technical way of how much u actually pulled out of this pocket camera...

[@erickmorales25]

I love this video. It reminds me of something that either Werner Herzog or Terrence Malick would make

[@d.edwardsfreelanceeditorvi4212]

Way better then some footage I have seen from Canon c200. As a canon fan I may be switching. I love how this camera looks.

[@keeganbergeron5936]

the little girl walking made me cry my eyes out

[@yejoonstech5112]

This is the only video on KZbin that perfectly fits my phone's aspect ratio (Galaxy Note 10+)

[@raphaelmotta7630]

The frist camera test that made me feel something and I was sad it was over. Good fucking job mate!

[@OnAWireStudios]

Stunning work! Man. Had me choked up. Well done!

[@blackridgeproductions2738]

Damn its about time I someone really push this camera to its maximum capabilities.. this is great.

[@retroelectrical]

The funny thing is that everyone that seeks the "film look" hasn't seen an actual 35mm under normal viewing conditions probably in a decade. I helped out of with the last theater in the USA to open that only showed 35mm prints three years ago when they first opened. And yeah...as much as I love film, it was NOWHERE near as good as the top of the line 4k Sony projectors. When our theater finally switched to digital it was like night and day better. Our prints and projectors were pristine, but unless you're watching an actual Technicolor print or 70mm print, film isn't as good as you remember. The only great thing about film is that the cadence of motion feels more natural when projected. That said, film as a capture format is still up there with the best digital cameras. It's just that projecting actual film isn't as good as digital and there is definitely a generational loss between the master print and print 1,295.

[@pilsplease7561]

yes and no, and this is coming from a guy who shoots 16mm film exclusively for film projects in 2021.

[@johnhaynes9910]

Top piece of work, thoughtfully put together, very well done it certainly demonstrates the capabilities of the kit.

my man...I subscribed because of this video. Dope work!

[@okpesylvester5683]

Your color grading is so good!

[@MaxV11]

It might be just a test but man you got a very special eye, it's lovely.

[@glenngulia5409]

Excellent footage. Both the camera and your skill are to be applauded.

[@Ryan-Payne]

It's just so damn good. People rant and rave about how the original pocket is so much more "cinematic" but the soft yet detail packed image I'm seeing here is cinema, the original had a tendency to get mushy when it was thrown complex scenes, film doesn't get mushy and neither does the new P4K. I see this quality on the big screen in films old and new, it blows me away that I and ever one else can own this camera without taking out a new mortgage. It is leaps and bounds ahead of it's predecessor and despite it's many short comings there just isn't any alternative, there's nothing that competes again'st this camera, it's in a category of it's own. Surprisingly some of my favourite footage so far has come from the lumix 12-35 and I attribute this to the lenses defects that aren't corrected in camera, it give's a very smooth but not clinically sharp image that reminds me of the arri alexa. I'm a fan, and as much as I hate myself for camera chasing, I need this camera.

[@jonathandevoy3510]

The song is "The Great Wonder" by Ryan Taubert.

[@marciurling719]

Beautiful! Definitely has the cinematic look and feel.

[@DOHvideo2012]

I've just watched this again. Excellent work. Really.

[@DerkySprawl]

Well, I found my next investment. This looks amazing for a $1500 camera.

[@GameTimeStories]

omfg that dynamic range

[@baddogentertainment6960]

Test? My friend this is a movie. Very nicely done.

[@phoebegadd2178]

lewis remember when i feel in that water that was fun good old memories

[@vaidehiarts]

This. Incredible, poignant work. Beautifully shot and amazing work on soundtrack and sound design

[@UglyMcGregor]

Thank you!

[@lukesuperflyjones]

Dude that color correct/grading is just jaw dropping!...DaVinci?

[@joonassild]

Wow, very beautiful grading. And very nice composition!

[@keontacoleman4387]

This is awesome footage. Thinking about getting the black magic pocket 4k.

[@bubbleseroticaband8807]

very cool! i really think Blackmagic footage has its own look and I mean this across all their cameras. Really good look for music videos and commercials. Hope to buy one of these cameras in the next few months.

[@marcus-szabo]

Beautiful location. Awesome images. Perfect grading.

[@briantorsell]

Great visuals. The music really helped sell it.

[@juanazpiri5002]

yeah, this is.. this should be posted as a reply to every negative comment about the look of this camera. glad bought this baby.

[@incendiesproductions]

This is some gorgeous footage right here!!!

[@osah8477]

Wow! Well done sir! With the just the lumix lens too!! Wow! :)

[@blackreelentertainment6663]

Great work. I really love the last clip.

[@jorgem50]

good video. I was expecting to be blown away from the quality.