Dear Blackmagic...It's Time

[@AL3XFPV]

I wish this came with a disconnectable ribbon cable which was slightly longer, and a universal hotshoe or arri-mount for the monitor so it was compatible with cages and/or top tophandles

[@Aaron_Smith_OM]

As cool as it seems, it's a pass. Tired of the third party mods, BM needs to deliver a solid camera that suits modern needs.

[@CallMeRabbitzUSVI]

Honestly, at some point the company doesnt deserve our money if it continuously ignores what its customer wants

[@poti732]

I dont even see the point. It is EASIER TO MAXE A BOX SHAPED CAMERA than a normal photocamera shaped one. Why dont they just smack the 6kpro into a box. It does not have to be a smalll box , we LITERALLY DONT CARE.

[@incee_netinai]

The ursa broadcast g2 is very close to a pocket 6k in a better body except the screen doesn't have full articulation.

[@robertmoran]

Rube Goldberg anyone?

[@Aaron_Smith_OM]

@@incee_netinai It's also very bulky and bigger than things like a Komodo, Raptor, C70, FX6, etc. And that sloped back design is dated. Hell, even industry giant ARRI listened with the LF, Mini LF, and Alexa 35. And I think the new, lasting trend of monitor designed by the manufacturer with absolute unbeatable camera control is also a new thing BM should look into. BUT, baby steps. Bax sized and shaped baby steps, lol

[@mdturnerinoz]

I have the 4K and 6K Pro (I sold my 6K); I concur with your requests (I live in Sydney AU BTW). BUT I am NOT the type to try and assemble something like this.

[@MeBeTheDB]

And to think ... before the advent of 'Cinema Cameras' -- I literally used s-VHS cameras & tapes to get a 'film look' in the early 1990's and won awards. Then came FINAL CUT ... and the 'film look' filters and today, we can have film looks with such cameras as the Black Magic, Sony, etc., etc's, and best of all -- -- it's guys like you who make a difference in your journey and education ('putting water back into the well so others may drink') of us all in creating and / or searching for those elusive, wondrous 'Moments' in the collective human heart. In short, good Michael Tobin... BRAVO, amigo. Bravo-! D.A. filmmaker

[@initialfocus]

Wow I love that. “Putting water back into the well so others may drink” might become my new mantra for this channel hah. Beautifully said and thank you for the compliments 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@MeBeTheDB]

Thanks, my amigo d'visuals .... and the compliments are well earned on your part. Keep at your adventure of learning and sharing. You have a new fan and subscriber. D.A. .... @@initialfocus

[@handcraftedcinematography1238]

All Blackmagic needs to do is take the guts of the 6k pro and put them into a box-style form factor with a v-lock or NP-F battery mount (see: Z-Cam) and I would buy one tomorrow. They don't need to change anything else just the form factor. It's so confusing to me that they have stubbornly stuck with this dslr-style body that was already controversial when it was first released and at this point just feels very out of touch with the wants and needs of the professionals who use it.

[@initialfocus]

The amount of times I’ve contemplated just 3D printing a new outer shell and just throw the guts inside 😂 like you said that’d be all that’s needed. I mean at this point I think it also could use a dynamic range bump 13 stops (11.5 actual) is a bit behind for 2024 but besides that I’d be good with no other change hah

[@handcraftedcinematography1238]

​@@initialfocus Eh, the dynamic range isn't bad. CineD gives it 11.8 at SN ratio of 2. That's almost 12 usable stops, which is pretty standard even among higher end cameras. And increasing dynamic range is not a simple fix. BlackMagic usually sources their sensors from a third party (Sony) so they are limited to what's available on the market, and developing a whole new sensor would likely drive up the cost, which would make the camera less appealing. The form factor however, is a pretty east fix that shouldn't cost much to develop and it's something BlackMagic could do right away. I'm also thinking about the new full frame BlackMagic Cinema Camera 6k, which more than likely uses the same sensor as the S1H, which has some of the best dynamic range on the market (including cinema cameras), yet they still inexplicably used the old body style. So in my eyes the dynamic range complaint is not as crucial, and has probably already been addressed with the new Cinema Camera. The design of the body though... could be the reason budget filmmakers eventually leave them behind if they don't fix it.

[@marc6652]

So many people waiting for the next marvelous peace of gear to take better pictures. So few using their gear even at 25% of its capacities. If you're a bad cook, it's useless to change your saucepans to become a Chef. I can understand one can love this gear. But it's a monster, limited to an elite, to those who can afford it. Not necessarily the best photographers though. Anyway, the only thing that matters is to enjoy shooting. So enjoy your gear Michael !

[@filmerdennis]

I would leave the 12v connected to camera plug so you can just mount V mount on back and use d tap to camera or outlet to camera. If that makes sense ha, get the best of both worlds.

[@MichaelSuperbacker]

2:44 Did someone say Kickstarter!? 😊

[@inSurfersParadise]

I have the Tilta mod on a 6k and yes it is a dream machine to shoot with. I would love to duo it up with a pod modded 4k kitted with cine lenses. This looks like you are cradling a Hassleblad. Both these mods make you want to run out into the street and begin.

[@JonathanPalfrey]

I hope blackmagic has looked closely at this. I’m tempted to get it for my old pocket 4K as I was looking at some old footage of that yesterday and I think it might be nicer than the 6K. When it comes to hardware they have always been so close to great designs but falling short on one or two things, it was the same with their vision mixers as well for years until the ATEM minis came out.

[@hhankx]

Bro. You are so right! I just did the same thing, I bought a 4k 3 weeks ago (with an fx3 in my bh cart) and absolutely love the image. More than my 6k pro! I would 100% do one thing tho. Buy the IR cut filter mod

[@Studiotek]

The MFT one?

[@Studiotek]

​@@hhankxThe MFT mount 4k? I love my GH6 too. I've always thought of it as the BMPCC 4k on steroids

[@hhankx]

@@Studiotek the GH six is absolutely amazing, especially with a speed booster from Metabones. I picked up a near mint condition pocket 4K for $700 the other day and added a speed booster and the low pass filter mod. Completely blown away. 12 bit 4K raw internal is insane and not beatable in my opinion.

[@Smarthalayla]

They also ignore what this smartphone from early 2016 can do - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpDMq5qonqegbtE

[@friedpicklezzz]

I just need an update to my classic Pocket Cinema camera… keep it an actual pocket one. Bonus if it does continuous autofocus.

[@DimovKV]

I'd like to see future BM-camera as handycam on steroids or "ursa-micro" form factor. With flipout side screen, N-PF970 battery on the back, handle and conectivity on right side. More cube-style but side screen

[@Sethmotley]

Don’t like where the monitor sits because now you can’t used a handle or EVF. Not worth the hassle there are so many batteries options out there without risking destroying your camera.

[@initialfocus]

I think at the end of the day if you like to rig this isn’t for you. I used to love rigging. Now my shooting style is super minimal setups mostly so I love this hah.

[@Epictutorials]

What a way to end the year. Congrats on an amazing year of content. You're my favourite channel. Can't wait for more content in 2024.

[@seanmartinflix]

Seriously it's the one thing that makes me hesitate to buy a black magic camera. I love the software I love the codec. I'm a Sony guy but I've almost bought a black magic meany times. I've been looking at the Panasonic but what you've described is what the main thing holding me back is. Please black magic please take my money... More of my money.

[@hi.imgonner5813]

I think its awesome i cant seem to find a more compact build or rig for my bmpcc 6k, it always ends up with a monitor on top and big v mount on back regardless and this is minute the cage, rails etc.

[@Jaxplode]

I know why I switched to the URSA 12K. I am more happy with that. Also worked a lot with the IRIX lenses. But the focus ring was so stiff that I decided to sell them. Now I purchased the Vespid Primes and there the focus ring is buttery smooth. Love it. Nice combo! And I hope also to see and improved 6K Pro Version in the future. Don't which outdated team lead of the pocket cinema camera department makes the design decisions?

[@RenegadeFilmForce]

This needs to be done with the 6K pro with its bright screen and built-in NDs

[@billyoung9538]

Honestly, I was thinking it would be cool if whoever made this made a video port for the monitor at the top instead of hard wiring the monitor it self. Why? If they made the monitor attach with a cable to the port and gave it a simple 1/4" at the bottom, then we could treat it like an external monitor, and offset the monitor anywhere we want, and allowing us to use almost any existing cage as well. This would allow people to place the monitor in any configuration they want for accessibility without compromising they cage options, much, and would also open up some really creative layouts for monitor placement when rigging out for larger productions. This also would open up the design to be more universal, working with both older pockets and newer pocket designs equally well, because the monitor wouldn't be dependent on the existing body like this version is.

[@Studiotek]

Even better, run the cable internally to a hot shoe on top. Then have the monitor's internal cable run to a 360° rotatable mount on the bottom. That would just be... AMAZING! 😍

[@billyoung9538]

@@Studiotek That was one of my original thoughts as well, except a hot-shoe would alter the form factor. That would break almost all existing cages when one could simply add a hot shoe to the top 1/4" and link a cable for the same fundamental effect; however, I had thought they could make a port that a custom cage fit around, and in theory could pass the monitor info to the cages hot-shoe. That way one can get a quality cage and run it cage-less or with an existing cage. anyhow there are a lot of options.

[@cedartreefilms]

good points, I still think the main issue is using the screen outdoors since it's not bright enough. I made a video discussing potential viewfinders/sun hoods to fix that issue

[@bwest6275]

Would love BM to add an articulating swing out sideways screen like the Sony A7R V. This way you retain a top cold shoe for a handle and can still articulate the screen up or face it to the front. As for vmount compatibility, this is still possible with 3rd party swing down mounts like those from small rig for the A7R V. Arca Swiss mounted, and can swing the battery down to access the articulating screen. Small rig could easily make a version for this camera that orients the battery horizontally.

[@frankfeng2701]

I still prefer Tilta's solution with the 4K and 6K where the articulating screen still sits at the back for ease of transport and rigging, while the SSD can be hidden behind the screen.

[@ChrisParayno]

I think the URSA 6K is a better option then the pocket but not by much. I thought i would love the pocket, but ergonomics for long shoots i prefer the heavier rig. Also the fact that. you can shoot with smaller compressed filed was much better.

[@TheAFreeLife]

9:15 to the end... like bruh.. BLACKMAGIC ANSWER THE CALL!!!

[@topicruben]

Hey man, Happy New year! Thank you for this video. Really like this setup! It is indeed very similar to "that" camera you showed at the beginning, lol- Seriously, I really like it. Let's hope BMD hears all of us! Cheers!

[@SaintProductions1]

You never released the review video for the Ursa 12k (1:20 mark of this video). You said they did minor updates. Did they just send you the Ursa 12k OPLF?

[@robertluxamafreethinker]

The screen can be fix, as the same way and place of the EVF? Hmmm🤔.... Lile, instead buy the BM Evf, people can buy the a Screen from from BM. Or some people can buy the BMPCC without Screen or Evf if they want.

[@f0t0b0y]

I get that the black magic audience excites easily, but let’s call a spade a spade. No top handle can be a drawback. Take, for example, my New Year's Eve video shoot at the Hard Rock Casino - capturing crowd reactions, local DJs at the center bar, and James Kennedy on the main stage. Shooting all this without a top handle? Unthinkable. It's crucial to specify that this setup is ideal for tripod, shoulder mount, and gimbal operations. Perhaps consider an extended rugged ribbon option with a monitor port for added versatility.

[@jesseyules]

If BlackMagic goes this direction, it would be neat to have the monitor connect to the same port as the detachable EVF. :)

[@FiniteBoy]

Love your passionate plea 🤣🤣 Let's hope they listen because I too am still waiting for "The One." I mean I did buy their very first cameras, the 2.5 cinema and 4 production camera, which I still use, but yeah, let's hope we get the dream in 2024! Thanks for the great video and can't wait for the next. Hit me up when you're in NYC.

[@SimplicityForGood]

is not a good set-up..but BM should really see this video and start to work on a Pocket camera with real ergonomics with a better screen and battery solution as well live broadcast ability and internal recording, and add the IBIS and phase-detection we see in Sony and Pansonic cameras now, and a screen that can be flipped around so you can see yourself a documentarian that like to talk to the camera and have all this in one Black Magic Design camera!

[@thefilmjerk901]

Can you rotate the vmount connection 180* to make buttons more accessible?. Would be cool to add space between the vmount plate and the body to fit the SSD and let it be wired internally along with the vmount power. Then no cables other than the monitor ribbon cable!

[@heartshapedfilms]

seems half baked while this works for komodos. it is due to the faact that camera is modular. allowing you to move the screen my first thought on this is audio / cage. just a non starter I think! I would much rather use a grip with three batteries and keep the power in port!

[@MichaelSuperbacker]

I need a Black Magic camera for Christmas 🙏

[@moonlitmedia6513]

I’d love a way to get a top handle on there

[@randallburgess6393]

Baby, you can forward this request that they would add to their full Reme camera, global shutter, absolutely necessary. Every cine camera should be having this global shutter and that they would develop their own lidar follow. Focus wireless follow focus instead of trying to deal with auto focus internally do with some of these other companies such as PD will be live and DG have their light auto focus. Black Magic most certainly come up with something as well. I would buy a camera with those sensor shutter, and some form of lidar and AF

[@Rumen.Aleksandrov]

Will this work with the full frame?

[@DavidLovephotog]

So it slaps the monitor on the top, no other difference. Not a box camera. Just a mod to replace slapping a small monitor on top.

[@vladimirtalijan]

How's these ergonomics better than before is beyond me. Looks like people really like "hip shooting" and blind judging settings in any kind of daylight conditions :) 6k has an EVF addon, that's the best thing you can have for your ergonomics. No monitor type, size or position can compare with EVFs ability to precisely set exposure, white balance and focus.

[@2424rocket]

Finally, somebody who makes sense. I will never buy a camera without an EVF.

[@IANNEZEK]

the 6k pro is their best camera as is - get a 20,000w power bank and you still have a smaller setup with no issues - i run it like that for 4hrs v mounts are heavy and losing the ac power?? really ?

[@robertluxamafreethinker]

The screen can be fix, as the same way and place of the EVF? Hmmm🤔.... Lile, instead buy the BM Evf, people can buy the a Screen from from BM. Or some people can buy the BMPCC without Screen or Evf if they want. And the screen place of the BMPCC could be just use for a mini for V-Battery. As it is in this video. I think maybe we're going to see some design improovment on the next generation of BMPCC Cameras.

[@jakekeele]

“Blackmagic” + this “Design” = More frequent camera pick-ups

[@jonschellhardt]

Seems like rigging these for Easyrigs is pretty much impossible

[@germanmairen]

There's no way I'm gonna open my camera with a screwdriver. This third party solutions are always a mess and you risk your equipment.

[@musicrecord1239]

Amen 👏 may Blackmagic corporation endless listen to your requirements awaited by a lot of peoples around the globe.

[@Mr_Moka]

I still think Tilta had the best mod for this. I recently did the Tilta mod on my 4K and I have to say it's miles better than this. you have more flexibility for screen angles. The screen returns to it's original position so storage isn't an issue. You don't lose the 12v functionality while gaining an "internal" ssd slot. Finally no exposed cables. I still get to use a top handle and a full cage while keeping my rig small, balanced with only one cable for d-tap power. Also given the position of monitor with this mod, it makes adding anything else to the body a chore. I you want to use a shotgun of any kind, good luck. Not to mention you know have your monitor in a very vulnerable position. It's a decent idea but I don't think it's as practical as some are saying.

[@pjtavera]

@BlackMagicDesign, please please at best listen to this GUY! The reason why i haven't converted yet is because...

[@hivetech4903]

🤔 I wouldn't say BM listen to Resolve users. The Windows version still can't show HDR without an additional monitor & output hardware. Premiere Pro doesn't have this limitation, as usual BM are falling behind & don't seem to care.

[@initialfocus]

And premiere lacks on plenty in which resolve excels. Both have their pros and cons 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@errol3184]

They should make their next studio cam a box...just to mess with us.

[@initialfocus]

Honestly I get worried every time they update a studio cam as I could totally see them doing that 😅😅😅

[@AllThingsFilm1]

I would actually like the monitor to be separate from the body, attaching to the top via a hot shoe connection (no ribbon needed). Making it so we can face the monitor towards the cameraman, or flipped around so people could film themselves. Kill two birds with one stone. Make the body cube like with an included handle that can be attached to the side of the body. Or keep the same ergonomics of the current body. Using the same body design isn't a deal breaker for me as it might be for others. EDIT: Possibly design the monitor with ridges so you could attach a sun hood for outdoor filming.

[@TheFilmFinesse]

You wouldn't think it would be hard for a company to make a box camera in 2023 (/ 2024 now). If only they took a leaf out of RED's book and just gave us a cube (with a cheaper ecosystem lol). Nonetheless I love my 6K Pro, shame they don't make a V Mount kit for it like this one. I don't think I'll buy another BMD camera until they start listening to their consumers.

[@Prudda]

Well they do have a "cube" like camera. Its the Micro G2 with the color science we love and all. shoots 4k and all. Downsides- screen only accessible by HDMI output and its micro SDI and its micro 4/3rds So they have made the camera we all desire essentially. It just needs a few more steps to the film world not the live production world where its market is.

[@TheFilmFinesse]

@@Prudda Only 4K, No screen, Micro SDI and MFT said it all unfortunately. If they could improve on that and put a great camera like the Ursa Mini G2 or 6K Pro/FF in a cube format that would be perfect

[@Prudda]

@@TheFilmFinesse It’s possible. My 2024 predictions is a Full Frame Ursa and a big update to the pocket line (probably not what we all want but hopefully in the right direction.)

[@TheFilmFinesse]

@@PruddaIf they made a full frame Ursa that is slimmed down a bit I think I would buy it to replace my 6K Pro

[@Prudda]

@@TheFilmFinesse Form factor of the URSAs barely have changed since original. G1, Mini, 4.6k etc. doubt they would change what works. As most have said it’s not a run a gun camera. Can it be sure. But its low light is still not the greatest. It’s a beautiful stick and dolly cam and such.

[@Desuetus]

They don't care. Users have been begging for a box camera for years, they come up with a "new" model in the same body everybody hates. I'm sure the sells will reflect the disappointment.

[@Samiam-mu5ln]

If you guys are that pressed about Black Magic not making a "BoX cAmErA" then maybe the company doesnt need the fakers in the audience. Ya'll just need to stop worrying about appearances and go film more professionally

[@CallMeRabbitzUSVI]

The box camera is about ergonomics and handling, not looks.

[@arowefilms]

Yea they should make the same camera as everyone else... Smh... The pocket cameras are made as a moduler cam that can stand alone bare bones. My complaints would never be the build other than monitor.. My issue with the mod is the screen needs a better mount dismount for packing.. So I like it but as one who travels I hate it.

[@RLTPhoto]

Ditto on the 6K Pro!

[@heynow2880]

As great as Blackmagic cameras are I much rather use my Sony A7SIII. It destroys it on so many levels. ISO 12,800 low light, amazing autofocus, ok IBIS, 14 + stops for dynamic range, takes great photos, lens selection is enormous. I had 6K BMPCC and couldn’t take all the cons (bad battery life, no autofocus, no IBIS, no swivel screen). They need to make some serious changes before I would consider another one.

[@2424rocket]

You’ve already made the perfect choice… Sony a7S3…

[@heynow2880]

@@2424rocket yup

[@Zherebtsow]

anyway its too wide ) we still waiting for BOX-form 😔

[@FilmedbyFresh]

It’s def time

[@initialfocus]

💯

[@antone9751]

Make it with a relocatable screen so a top handle fits easily.

[@jonschellhardt]

So the 6k Pro.

[@antone9751]

@@jonschellhardt no

[@jonschellhardt]

That’s like exactly why the added the flip out screen lol I just used ten of them for a recording. No need for a monitor that way. So.. yeah.

[@antone9751]

@@jonschellhardt I’ve had the 6K Pro since it’s release. You’ll notice that 99% of people who use them add a Vmount battery which pretty much blocks the flip out screen and for that reason, those same 99% of people use a seperate monitor on top. Might be ok for a beginner or as a travel camera but for any real serious use, the 6KPro form factor sucks.

[@jonschellhardt]

Then 99% of bmpcc users aren’t smart enough to angle the battery under the camera instead. User error doesn’t make the camera less amazing. That’s y’all’s fault.. the battery doesn’t have to go upward off the rails. Smh.

[@Ignoramous-r4m]

Dear blackmagic...please make POCKET cameras😂

[@LeeHarris]

ok its cool but no thanks, better if they made the 4k with flip out. This mod messes up using top handles and cages

[@MichaelSuperbacker]

Hello

[@renouncreation]

I'd rather just use rails honestly hahaha. That grip looks mad uncomfortable and a cage is always a must for me.

[@AnemosFPV]

The mod is 340 dollars? Man isn’t that expensive

[@XX-dh8by]

No!! Why🙈

[@EphemeralFilmCO]

love it but am afraid to risk 3rd party quality

[@ForestCinema]

It’s downright offensive to the user base that there are multiple companies offering full body modifications for these cameras. Somebody at BMD clearly wants to die on this hill. It’s ridiculous.

[@buddyfx7026]

There's no way they're going to use that same body again, right? RIGHT??? lol

[@SebastianMerca]

Lovely

[@FatCat4X4]

Best way to solve the problem...sell this crap and get the Red Komodo

[@Sethmotley]

That doesn’t make much sense for people who love the Blackmagic ecosystem

[@danielchamorro76]

Blackmagic needs autofocus face tracking and stabilization and then it will be serious

[@2424rocket]

When I handled the camera at last year’s NAB it just felt like cheap plastic… And for me that’s a dealbreaker. And even more importantly I hear the rolling shutter is terrible. So for me, I’m just waiting for the a7s4. Which will not feel like cheap plastic.

[@cjadams7434]

I do wonder if they are avoiding a box cam.. due to RED’s litigious nature…!

[@initialfocus]

Doubt it. I mean the Kinifiniety camera is nearly identical to the Komodo and a couple other box designed cameras are on the market. I gotta imagine Grant (ceo) just loves this design and doesn’t want to let it go haha

[@Sethmotley]

@@initialfocus I don’t understand why they are being so stubbornly against giving their customers what they’re asking for, this is a win win for them. Please surprise us at the next NAB SHOW.

[@cjadams7434]

@@initialfocus- yeah..hes very stubborn

[@brown2840]

I think it's prob because their screens. They have a great menu system that everyone loves and they would have to make all that much smaller. I agree though I'd love a more box style.

[@davidmultimedia2024]

As cool as it is for a DIY mod, I would definitely NOT want BMD to release a camera made that way. Having a built-in screen on top of the camera?! No way.. Dont get me wrong.. It's totally okay to use an external monitor set on top of the camera.. but at least you can unmount it and reconfigure the rig as you need it to be for different shooting scenarios. Try to stand up and make an eye-level shot with a monitor on top of your camera.. you have to tilt your head up to look at it.. definitely NOT ergonomic. It kind of became a ''cool thing'' to make your camera rig like if the only way to hold it is from below. Not all shots have to be from a low angle. If BMD ever release a camera that is made that way, it would introduce an even bigger issue.. which is that the camera would no longer be versatile. Most users ask for a box-shaped camera body so it's as modular as possible. I do agree that minimalistic rigs are super useful, but it has to be modular in order to adapt to different shooting scenarios. What would be awesome and a total game changer though, is to finally make a camera that has a dedicated 5'' ''fully articulated'' external monitor that allows users to reconfigure the rig however they want. If they could find a clever way to make a modular monitor for their cameras, that would be the ideal scenario IMO. Not connected to a HDMI port.. but to a dedicated port that would allow touch screen, menu control, etc. Maybe even something with strong magnets, or any clever mount design that would make the camera as modular as possible. I think BMD should use RED and Apple as their inspiration for the design.

[@Mr_Moka]

I agree with most of what you're saying. But here is one thing to consider. If BMD took a page from RED or Apple they would lose more than the would gain. Part of the appeal to BMD is how affordable their system is. Not everybody has the desire, need or budget to run out and by a $6000+ camera body. Yes the ergonomic could be improved there isn't a debate to be had about that. But I can't like and say that having a color accurate 5" screen already on my camera hasn't been a huge benefit for many situations. I wouldn't trade that for a smaller articulating screen for any reason. I think the best solution would be to have the same screen attached via a articulating pivot at the middle top of the screen. That way it would be able to pop out and rotate. Yes it would add a notch to the back but that I think that would solve the issue without having to do a complete redesign. Another obvious solution is to do exactly what Tilta gave us as a mod a couple years ago. I did that to my 4K and it's made major difference.

[@davidmultimedia2024]

@@Mr_Moka I don’t think that because BMD make ridiculously affordable cinema cameras that they are not allowed to have a little more expensive model with a much improved design. Everybody agree on that.. most of them would easily throw another grand to solve some issues and make the whole thing much better. It would still be an incredibly affordable cinema camera. Why are you even talking about 6000$+ ? The 6K Pro is like 2500$… add another grand of better design and were looking at a 3500$ cinema camera. If someone can’t afford that, that’s totally okay but clearly he/she shouldn’t think about cinema cameras at all (or just be happy with the lower priced model). The RED/Apple comparison was just a figure of speech, and I know a lot of time and effort is involved in the design development = $$$, but lots of random ambitious people create super innovative stuff and get supported with Kickstarter lol so I don’t see why BMD would not pull this off..

[@Mr_Moka]

I understand where you’re coming from. I only said $6000+ because that’s the nearest competition with some of the features people are looking for (mostly in the 6K resolution market). I’m not anting that at $3500 it wouldn’t be a great deal. But I also don’t think with a complete design change we would be looking at only $1000 increase.

[@davidmultimedia2024]

@@Mr_Moka Talk with engineers. I don’t see why a new design would necessarily costs thousands more.. when they first released the second gen of Pocket cameras (after the tiny one), it was a completely new design packed with LOTS of new features and they managed to keep the cost super low. Also, i’m not even complaining about the plastic body (it’s still sturdy enough and cameras in this price range aren’t made to last infinitely anyways).. but they could definitely make it much better without increasing the price above 3500$. There’s absolutely no doubt in my mind.. but hey, let’s just hope that they finally bring something new that will actually ONLY solve problems and not revert on other features were not ready to lose. Marketing is a bitch man, and companies always look at the competition.. giving us new features drop by drop. They will make sure their new camera has something better than the competition in the same price range (just like the 6K FF with Open Gate in BRAW, while the S5II/X can only do it in H.265). I do miss some things about my BMPCC6K, but I’m still way happier overall with my S5IIX.

[@Actsingcomedy4hire]

As far as modding a camera oneself... Well that's a tough call. It doesn't take much to turn these things into bricks. So an error in judgment can cost the price of the camera and the mods. Once the company that makes the parts takes charge and does it for the end user. Like Tilta did for a while. For a fee of course, then it would be the greatest thing. but till then it's hard to open the camera up mess with the inner works without being fearful. Blackmagic really disappointed many of its faithful followers with the refried BMPCC that's not a BMPCC. Really??!!! The damn thing is a pocket camera but it's no longer categorized as a pocket camera?? Enough games. so many other companies are kicking Blackmagic's ass. They're a bit pricier, but they deliver the type of gear creatives want. I'm not buying another BM camera till they get their act together and go for broke on a square design. Do it already!!

[@AL3XFPV]

Black magic needs to make cinema line Komodo body style S35 + m4/3 box camera so we can rig as we want, also would like to see some global shutter alternatives

[@erikdiehl3134]

Look at zcams line up literally everything you want

[@Prudda]

They do. It’s the Micro G2 camera. But designed for broadcast not film.

[@kurtnelle]

Nah, waste of time. I actually like the ergo of my camera.

[@movingundergroundpicture5234]

No please dont make this.

[@mrdamiansingh]

The FF version has a tilt screen! Upgrade why go through all that trouble

[@brettalexander.studio]

I feel like everyone is just asking for an usra tho 😂😂😂

[@johnnyweissmuller5838]

Horrible build, no way to attach top handle! There is a better way to rig them out, attach another top handle angled down to the top handle and attach the v mount plate to that

[@andersistbesser]

Why should i want this? I dont see any advantages. This video is just advertisement for the guy who made it

[@initialfocus]

….i gain zero from this video. I was not paid, I have no affiliate link for the kickstarter for commission. And I’ll probably make about $20 on this video views lol I made it because I think it’s a cool mod and for someone like me could be a huge improvement in ergonomics. Just because it’s not for you doesn’t make it a useless product.

[@hhankx]

Make the monitor detachable and I won’t need another camera for a few years 🤌😮‍💨. Effing sick mod, just needs the monitor to come off for transport