Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro | In-Depth Review & Test Footage

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00:00 - Intro
00:58 - Context
01:36 - Creative Tests
04:08 - Sensor // Controlled Tests
05:27 - Rolling Shutter
06:08 - ISO
06:48 - Aliasing
07:02 - Dynamic Range
07:22 - Latitude - Over
08:57 - Latitude - Under
09:42 - Tech Specs // Codecs & Formats
12:53- Frame Rates
14:39 - Gen 5 Colour Science
16:00 - Gamma
16:44 - How to Expose // Optimal Settings
17:35 - ND Filters
20:50- Lens Mount
22:19 - New Back Screen
24:33 - Pro EVF
28:41- Battery // Power
31:31- Media
34:05 - Autofocus
34:49 - Audio
35:20 - Workflow
37:22 - Control
38:29 - Menu
40:04 - Pixel Remapping
40:48 - Camera Preset
41:26 - LUTS
42:19 - Timelapse
42:44 - Playback Issues
43:22 - Physical
45:24 - On DJI RS2
46:27 - Making a Purchase Decision
47:34 - Outro
#Blackmagic #Pocket6KPro #BMPCC6KPro

[@CVPTV]

Hey Everyone, sorry this is a little bit delayed, our workstations have started to refuse to render using GPU acceleration so this render took over 11 hours! Any questions let us know here and enjoy! EDIT - I at 10:53 constant compression ratios should be 3:1, 5:1, 8:1 & 12:1.

[@leebrandt8597]

Curious, did you select the highlight recovery tab for the Pocket 6k when doing overexposure test?

[@mohamedhisham8791]

No problem bro ❤️❤️❤️ Im still exited as always ❤️❤️❤️

[@LE672AJ]

Shame on those workstations. They can’t handle the quality of your in-depth content :)

[@davidjohnbalce1111]

The footage you've shot with the 6K and 6K Pro are phenomenal and I love these long form videos to give potential users a good grasp of how things work on all the cameras you've reviewed. I would love to see your video of the ATEMs and how it works, especially for people who wants to dip their toes on some live streaming.

[@Patrick-jj5nh]

nice to hear even the pros struggle sometimes haha. hope u can fix it soon.

[@GriffinConway]

Literally the most extensive and detailed camera reviews on KZbin. Great stuff as always Jake. I get my pocket 6k pro on Monday and I am looking forward to testing it against the c70 soon.

[@darwinmacon]

I'm looking forward to your comparison Griffin. I'm wondering how it'll compare to my c70.

[@GriffinConway]

@@darwinmacon thanks Darwin!

[@CVPTV]

Thanks Griffin, looking forward to seeing what you capture with it! Jake

[@shalevhaham]

That was by FAR the best review I've ever seen on KZbin, thanks for going into detail and not missing a thing! I'm currently saving for this beast and can't wait to get it once I can! Great video, you've earned a sub!

[@gillesmatheronpro]

This is a huge amount of deep and focused work, that eventually turned into the absolute perfect gear review. You've created a reference. Period. Bravo !

[@blushmatter]

your reviews are amazing! thank you

[@motionstku]

What a nice, full Review! Thanks guys! Have the BM Pro6K since yesterday - this cam is awesome!

[@OfTwoLands]

Awesome in depth review guys !! Can't wait to receive mine :).

[@CVPTV]

Thanks, looking forward to seeing what you create with it! Jake

[@GodFearNman]

Are they back logged?

[@TylerEdwards]

Awesome detailed review as always! Can't wait for mine to come in.

[@mohamedhisham8791]

finally I have been waiting for this

[@kiddiesmusic]

Black Magic needs to pay these guys for a thoroughly well-done job on their behalf

[@3jsofficial]

I loved the fire spinner clips. I am watching this video after doing my first shoot with the bmpcc6k pro and I shot with a bunch of fire spinners. I am currently editing and while doing so I realized there is still much I have to learn.

[@johnathanwebb]

Thank you for a very detailed review. The links included are the cherry on top. Good work!!

[@HouseofAndy]

This is the absolute best camera review I have seen yet. Standing ovation 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@alioufilms7644]

A deep dive in to the pocket 6k Pro. Well done guys. Kind of remind me Philip bloom extensive reviews

[@nathandd8541]

Your sample videos Unlike many other KZbin channels They look very cinematic and professional I said it before Your channel is one of the best in this business I'm glad the channel is growing fast thank you

[@Shiznaft1]

YAY!!! Been waiting for this

[@mbsxiv]

Great Review, Thanks for the in-depth explanations on all aspects of this camera, I plan on purchasing this camera sometime in the near future once I figure out all the details for my next project

[@avarmadillo]

Your decision to do this deep dive came at just the right time,....at least, for me. This is not just a review, but a real analysis. I've looked at numerous "reviews" of the BMPCC 6k Pro (Blackmagic is great with those catchy product names, ain't they?). Most range from irrelevant to...uh, more irrelevant, from the inane to the prosaic. None even approximate this. It's not just a review, it's a great reference I plan to consult many times (My new 6k pro arrives tomorrow). Internal NDs, tilty screen (Gott sei Dank that they didn't have the screen flip out!), With the tilt screen a lot of shooting that was difficult or just not doable is now going to be child's play---depending on the child, of course. Thank you SO much for doing this. It's really great...easily the equivalent of your S1H deep dive. Now, just one more thing and my work is done here: How about a video dedicated to how to set up the audio. I've got a 6k and have never been happy with the audio results. What to do? Blame the user! I'm sure my confusion is my fault. If I were in the UK I'd be ordering the BMPCC6K Pro from y'all for sure. So glad BMD just made a great camera much more usable rather than reinventing the wheel. Spare us, O Lord, from yet another accurséd cube!

[@robertmuhammad8842]

Yes please do a deep dive showing how to control the BMD cams over HDMI

[@BarrieCrampton]

Very thorough and detailed review, by far the best on youtube, and ive been watching them all for a good few days now, i just cant decide whether to buy one, or spend probably twice as much for s Canon 8k 🤯

[@nathanwoodsheart]

Thank you for the terrific review as always! I have a couple of questions and would love your help. (1) I look forward to the lab tests of the 6K Pro on the specifics of any color and/or other shifts from the IRNDs, and to hear if these changes are consistent across all units. I also look forward to the latitude test. On the latitude test, can you include the differences between both the general chroma noise and horizontal striping on the 6K and 6K Pro? I would love to know: a. Is there more frequent chroma noise on the 6K Pro? and b. Do the 'chroma noise stripes' on the 6K Pro behave differently than on the 6K? On my 6K Pro unit, I've noticed horizontal striping even with ND Clear at ISO 400, and read about unusual and uncharacteristic chroma noise, reported in other situations, for example, during backlighting. For the latitude test, I saw that out of all the cameras you've tested so far, only the Canon C300 Mark III did not have the appearance of those lines. Therefore, I recognize there may be some minor banding in the darker and more solidly colored areas of the image on occasion, but am curious if and how the 6K Pro, on average, is handling chroma noise and those lines any differently than the 6K, and to determine if the appearance on my unit is related to QC. (2) What is the flange focal depth shift, if any, on the 6K? I saw you recorded it starting at 60 microns for the ND Clear on the 6K Pro here, but I can't find the measurement for the 6K and was wondering if it was different.

[@EmileModesitt]

Fantastic review, thank you!

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@Movilavideo]

Great work Jake! Well done!

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@michalguzikfilms]

Your breakdowns are a joy to watch! Would be nice if you made a comparison video between best sub 5.000gbp cameras on the market, explaining comprehensively which would be best suited for what kind of users and work!

[@Kilopictures]

Outstanding. One of, if not the best review video on the 6KPRO! Congratulations. I received the unit a week ago from B&H, and have to say it’s impressive. My only big issue (other than the NDs/tint, bluish LCD) is the internal fan noise/rattle. Can you comment on your observations? My unit can well be heard while monitoring the on board mic’s (obviously), while using a mounted shotgun, and 10 feet away using a boom or Lav.

[@NeptnDeBRAND]

This video looks like it was a lot of work! Thanks you for putting so much effort into this in-depth review! I am stil a bit undecided about the Blackmagic Pro as I already own a full set of 6 sony opticals and tend to the A7S3 :-)

[@JordanLedbetter]

I ditched my A7s3 for a 6kpro ... the picture is just much better.

[@videobilderschweiz]

Amazing Camera! Thanks for making this video...

[@loydsa]

An excellent review and source of information. Outstanding!

[@ozcinemarob]

absolutely superb review, you literally covered everything. Thank you.

[@CVPTV]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching. Jake

[@jorgedelosreyes]

Awesome work team! Instantly subscribed 😊♥️ It will be so helpful a video explaining pros and cons of using BMPC6K + ATEM for streaming. Would you recommend this camera (+ATEM) just for streaming purposes? I’m looking forward to update my camera setup and I’m between an SONY A7III and a 6K (just for videostreaming). Not sure if not having autofocus could be a problem even I’m not thinking of moving the camera from the studio. What would you recommend? 🙏🏼♥️ Really appreciate such an awesome work! Thank you 🙏🏼♥️

[@rene.rodriguez]

Thank you for your excellent review. I’m considering getting either the BMPCC 6KP or RED Komodo as my first cinema camera. I also appreciate the work you put into the data rate Google sheet. Thanks!

[@tonapacpictures4655]

best reviews in the game, thanks guys!!!

[@theseventh2609]

Amazing reviews - as usual. Thank you.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@ATreeForFive]

Very detailed and informative video. Keep up the great content 👊🏼

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@gschupfterferdl2144]

great review thanks guys! I just sold my Fs5 and gonna buy the 6k pro for the money next week

[@federicocaster]

Excellent review. 100% useful Great job!!!

[@BadoudTom]

Yes please expound on the control section. This is my reason for choosing BMPCC (buying 3) for a one man band 3 camera TV show I do every week here in LA.

[@franzmane]

Great Review, very detailed. I'd love to see a Review on the BM ATEM devices and how to control the BM camera with it. Great work! Thanks!

[@cdprasad4u]

CVP + BMPCC = SCHOOL OF FILM PRODUCTION

[@mohamedhisham8791]

Lets goo!!! Finally Even if its late its the best review ❤️❤️❤️

[@GodFearNman]

Better late than never as they say lol

[@TesLatino]

What a great video. Hoping that you see this, and that you know the answer... what were the exposure setting on the last shot in the dark with the man playing with with fire? It looks amazing and I can't see any noise whatsoever.

[@guy_shilo]

incredible!! thank you :)

[@CHODOSPHOTOS]

Looking lovely. I’m enjoying mine.

[@GodFearNman]

ME too!! This things is freaking amazing

[@CED3]

Your videos are amazing!

[@c3dric__]

Great detailed reviews! Wondering is there any solution on the playback issue from Blackmagic yet? It's kind of nuisance to change the setting just to play back footages

[@nightdonutstudio]

Wow this so detailed.

[@shubhdeepkhanna]

Very gud review almost competing Phillip blooms level of detailing👍👍

[@Krakadillaz]

Great work guys, like always. Thank you

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@Krakadillaz]

@@CVPTV Jake, during the tests did you notice any issue with ND? Some people have problems with magenta shift, green/warm shift.

[@CVPTV]

@@Krakadillaz Check out the ND results at 17:35​ dude!

[@GodFearNman]

Nice video, love this camera. Few tings would be nice but it works for me.

[@SpecsRanger]

Wonderfully in-depth review! I'd be interested in a fan noise comparison as there's been reports of loud fan noises from certain units

[@CVPTV]

Interesting, I didn't notice any heavy fan noise, but it did get rather toasty! Jake

[@a_nick_t]

Very informative. Thanks 😎👍🏼

[@genxtechguy]

I love the new features they’ve added to the “pro” version. I still think it’s amazing that this camera has such a good variety of high quality internal codecs (Black Magic Raw and ProRes) at such a low price. As others have stated .. if some form of good autofocus was brought to this camera .. it would be amazing.

[@thenightninja13]

Just use DjIs LiDAR focusing if you need it. Its the only way to get cine lenses to focus anyway.

[@incee_netinai]

thanks for the in-depth review

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@mrfelinsky]

Hey, thanks for the extensive review. Is there a chance you can make some original BRAW camera files available to download?

[@krisbird4323]

Wow great video guys

[@marioricciardi5780]

Great video! Where can we contact you for input on which camera best suits our own individual needs?

[@silversulu]

Killed again, Jake - thorough, quality work on this review. What was the ISO on the flame acrobat?

[@CVPTV]

Thanks! It was a mix of the two base ISO's. Jake

[@jeremym1288]

Good stuff brotha. Real nice. I agree, if you want to run the 6k at 6k 3:1, the AngelBird Matchpack is one of the few packs that handles this very well.

[@jeremym1288]

The 6k chomps through data

[@arsh0603]

Thank you for great review.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@Joeteck]

After camera records why can't I see the footage on my PC? Drive shows up but no drive letter or volume, but the footage can be viewed on the camera. I am confused

[@penntwinsairsoft7229]

So I do have a question! I'm thinking about purchasing this camera for Travel cinematic videos. Would this be a solid camera for this or would you recommend a different camera. As I would eventually like to purchases an underwater housing as well and I would also like to be able to keep the run and gun style while also throwing a gimbal on it for more setup shots. Hopefully you can help me with this before I make a purchase haha.

[@Patrick-jj5nh]

if we order from CVP can we ask you to check if the unit(s) has blue screen issue beforehand? it would be handy for anyone who does not own a professional monitor to check this

[@kunsunrethy]

Finally, CVP found a way to save some coffee. No more coffee spill.

[@GodFearNman]

LOL

[@visceraljourney]

I wish it had PDAF and IBIS, that would be my perfect camera.

[@OregonCoastVideo]

Diction would help this.. :) nice work.

[@ritikrana9418]

This is literally innnn depth

[@braydenjones4505]

Hey there! Looking for a camera to do small client work with and have the option to do some more professional work. Stuck between bmpcc 6k Pro and A7sIII. I understand bmpcc6k Pro has amazing image and colour, but how close is it really?? Because the advantages of IBIS, autofocus, battery life and a smaller footprint of the A7sIII are big ones for run and gun, as I work on a gimbal a lot. Internal ND's are a big help in the 6K Pro as well! Already have an A7III and a 28-70 f2.8 for the sony, but the would need to buy Davinci studio, and on the flip side, the 28-70 f2.8 EF Sigma art lens for the 6k Pro. Cannot Decide!

[@ruffimusic8457]

Thanks for your videos? How can see the false color on my external monitor ones I press the bottom on top of my camera? Right now it shows up on the camera when I press it but not on the external on , why is that ?

[@philippemariloussian5218]

Very high quality review . Congratulations

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@sampriest12]

Great video... what irnd did you put on the lens to assist with the true blacks, I couldn’t find anything in the description.

[@CVPTV]

Check these out - www.formatt-hitech.com/circular-filters/circular-firecrest-nd-filters2

[@kingofvision20]

I wish I have 1

[@walmartpimp2]

You actually know what your doing, I've seen a lot of videos of people's Pocket 6K Pro footage, and the lighting is flat and the picture is noisy and soft, I was about to dismiss the camera all together, but you threw me for a loop. I was debating on getting another Zeiss CP.3 lens, or getting the 6K Pro, but I think I will get the 6K Pro and hold off on getting the 85mm CP.3. I can make do with a 35mm Zeiss CP.3 and 50MM Zeiss CP.3 for now.

[@rohangreenld]

10:53 18:1 is only available on the 12K usra and there is also 3:1 o the 6K pro which is to listed

[@PIPERBOYWILLIAMS]

You’re a smart guy

[@effesettanta3502]

hello, the native ISO of the camera are 400 for shooting outdoors with sufficient light and 3200 for shooting indoors or outdoors with insufficient light, setting it to other ISO results in a loss of sharpness and noise? thanks

[@fabiooliveiravideos]

Nice review, it was really helpful. I have bought a 6K Pro camera from CVP and I'm enjoying it. I notice the blue screen but the footage looks great on the computer. I had an issue with the LUT's that I have imported to the camera, they don't seem to be working when i tried to activate them and also I cant delete them. Do you have a similar issue?

[@CVPTV]

Hey Fabio, glad it was helpful! Yeah BMD should be putting out some kind of fix for ut at some point. In regards to the LUT issue I haven't had any issues with our time with the camera. Have you tried resetting the camera and then loading them back on? Jake

[@RealWorldReview]

Thank you for publishing over 1080p. People talk about recording in 6k then publish a 1080p KZbin video lol

[@doug_EX]

20:48 I don't see in the description what IR filter you recommend. Can you give a link to the recommend IF filter?

[@robertm3951]

Can you show the size compared to the C70?

[@simonc4764]

A customer recieved a reply from Blackmagic that a firmware update will include in camera screen calibration feature to address the blue tint issue.

[@fsb5370]

Can you tap-focus on the LCD?

[@MrIanWebb]

Would you recommend I send my BMPCC 6K Pro back for replacement if I am experiencing a blue tint issue?

[@eyeboxfilms1475]

Does the 6K Pro output 4K from the HDMI? I was very disappointed that the 6K doesn't and no one ever advertised on mentioned that before I purchased it.

[@jonathanblair881]

What ir cut filters do you recommend?

[@Mastersh1t]

Thanks for the review, I did however not really understand the backfocus issue you mentioned with the ND-filter. Do you mean that the glass that the filters introduce breaks the light slightly differently so that the infinity focus on some lenses can be affected? Or does this only apply to zoom lenses? ( I thought backfocus was a attribute of zoom-lenses and if they are parfocal or not. )

[@anonymissed3611]

Interested too. If it means can't manually focus certain wide lenses, kinda important.

[@yuan-jia]

Backfocus is as important as front focus, the two go hand in hand actually, as when you focus to one meter the lens should backfocus relatively to the flange distance so that the sensor sees what’s 1m away as in focus. But glass in front of the sensor and not « from » the lens might introduce some shift in this backfocus thus breaking the relationship between front and back focus. This is hence valid for any lens, prime or zoom, parfocal or not :)

[@Nick-4K]

I bought one. The no 6K progress stinks. But 4k prores is still good enough.

[@richardweddle3408]

Many people have commented on the 6K Pro's loud fan noise? Did your on-camera mic pick up the fan whirring noise?

[@bluefilmsltd]

Can you use variable frame rates to undercrank?

[@daletidy.]

Great video. One thing to mention, I wouldn’t trust your Ninja V to be a reference monitor as far as colour goes unless you have calibrated it. It’s a common problem with the Ninja V that many of the units have a yellow cast out of the factory and need to be sent off to get calibrated

[@CVPTV]

Hey Dale, thanks! That is true but this wasn't the only display we plugged it into where we could see such a huge difference. Blackmagic knows it's an issue with the cameras and should be fixing it asap! Jake

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

exactly why pros avoid it.

[@cinqo7]

Is this camera easier to use than Sony a7siii?

[@magicmitch1537]

Great stuff. One thing I may have missed, is there a free 1/4-20 so that someone could use a universal ssd holder?

[@CVPTV]

Hey Mitch, yes there is a 1/4" thread on the top of the camera here. Or I'm sure all the regular rig brands will bring cages out for it soon! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoTNaHiHndelr5Y Jake

[@StillPictureProduction]

You mentioned something about diving into BRAW in the link. I don’t see it.

[@guidoserrano2629]

Unfortunately I have a bad unit. I already contacted support (CVP) to see my options.

[@Agasobanuye20243]

Thumbs up this Video

[@Incognitoyetagain]

I bought this camera because I can't afford a RED Komodo. I own a Ronin-S and have been debating whether or not to purchase an offset plate or to sell the Ronin in hopes to buy an S2 so I'm wondering what your opinion is? I do plan to get a Komodo in the future or whatever the next step is at the time. This was a really informative video, subscribed and will be back for more! Thank you so much

[@deivivargas9247]

Amazing review

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@mikolajjordan]

You can load up to 10 luts, not 6. So in total you can have 14 luts (4 in Camera and 10 yours)

[@piercefamilyviews8634]

Man !what do you film these videos with? Very sharp! Do you use bmcc6k?

[@CVPTV]

Hey! What part of the video are you referring to? The PTC? B-Roll? BTS? Jake

[@daghanis]

best review

[@fernandotorres4869]

Do you think that a Blackmagic 6k pro camera can work to videotape an eye surgery, would the size of the sensor represent a problem for depth of field? I need all the structures of the eye to be in focus. I would appreciate your opinion. Thank you