My NEW Favorite Cinema Camera...

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The Full Frame BMCC 6K is my new favorite cinema camera. I have missed the Black Magic camera life and this may be the camera to beat in 2024. This full frame cinema camera is insane and might just be the best starter camera for film. Definitely on the list for my 2024 cinema camera recommendations. So if you are wondering which camera should I buy for film, this one may be it.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:35 - The BMCC
1:30 - Important
1:52 - What This Camera Offers
3:57 - Anamorphic Benefits
5:32 - Sensor Versatility
6:42 - Image Quality
7:30 - What I Miss
8:55 - Body Style
9:40 - Cage
10:20 - Rolling Shutter & Gyro Stabilization
11:00 - Why I Bought It
12:45 - Outro
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[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Open Gate is my new favorite camera feature! Do you think it’s useful or a gimmick?

[@bford1908]

I never heard any other cinema camera company or Red, Sony or Canon camera user use the term OPENGATE until Blackmagic came out with their fullframe cinema camera! If they did, like I said, I never heard them use that term!

[@thiagolimadop]

IF. Love it! My favorite lens is the Sirui 150mm 1.6x Venus anamorphic. That lens is out of this world!

[@Sniickerz_CH]

@@bford1908 Sony Venice 2 and most Arri cameras (Alexa for instance) shoot Open Gate since ever. This term is broadly used in higher film productions. Definitely a banger to have this feature available on such low budget camera!

[@svetvhledacku]

Open Gate is great. I use it on Panasonic all the time. And when I turn the camera vertically for horizontal shooting, I get a "global shutter".

[@katlis]

@@bford1908 "Open Gate" goes back many decades. On film, some people would use a slide matte to change the aspect ratio, or shoot open gate, which on 35mm film is 3:2 aspect ratio. When it comes to digital cameras, ARRI is most notable for providing an "open gate" option. Other cameras cropped the sensor to get a faster readout. But RED, Sony, Panasonic, etc cameras now have that option too.

[@nigerian-nightmare]

Now that Black Magic is out with a box body style, I pray they don't stop making this pocket body style for those of us who don't care about the box style.

[@JamesJacksonFilmz]

Open Gate is definitely no gimmick. The levels of options and new perspective on composition is exponential. A side note most people don’t know is that many smart tablets and iPads are designed with 3:2 or 4:3 screens. So it’s great for those devices as well as larger screens. Made my own video review on the camera and I been loving it since I got it. Great video man.

[@timdanyo898]

Sony's got to get with the open gate game. I personally can not stand BMPCC ergonomics and lack of things like usable autofocus and in camera image stabilization, battery life, flip out screen, etc. But man.. that open gate! Sony!!!! Get with it!

[@ChrisParayno]

Open gate is not an issue, neither is the open gate IMO but yeah I HATE the ergonomics of the BMPCC.

[@TheCrooksandCastle]

how many cine cameras that uses autofocus?

[@timdanyo898]

@@TheCrooksandCastle not too many. That still doesn’t negate the fact that it is super useful in some situations. Especially eye tracking while wide open on a lens and the subject is moving. Not every production has the budget for a focus puller. And we are talking about lower budget cinema cameras here, where as an Alexa Mini LF production certainly would have or should have the budget for a dedicated focus puller. To be fair the Sony Burano has autofocus which for nature film documentary would be invaluable to have the ability to eye track on animals moving in and out. Idk man.. autofocus is pretty useful in certain situations and on lower budgets for sure!

[@neilfullframe]

The only thing I can’t stand is the ergonomics. They need a box camera badly ! Too bad 3rd parties are doing them first. But the Panasonic S5II/X has open gate and probably the same sensor as the BM6K FF

[@Jazzmarcel]

Totally agree on all points!

[@ZachMayfield]

this thumbnail goes HAWRD

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Zach!! Much love bro! I was literally catching up on your videos earlier today! 🙌🏾

[@sethcoogan]

Dude, your colors / overall camera setup for these videos are sweet. Love the look!

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Yo! Thanks!!

[@musiolikart]

you fully right. I'm impressed with my FF and got all previous models. but open gate is awesome.

[@vividstudio4651]

"Love shooting with this", just look at how happy you are. That's a massive creative boost right there.

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Thank you so much!! Much love!

[@Thomas-Fleming]

I love the camera! The open gate combined with anamorphic (via Blazar Nero Adapter in my case) was all the reasons I wanted it. I do wish they add more anamorphic desqueeze options because of the proxies which I rely in when editing in Resolve.

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Yeah I found that once I got them into resolve, it was super easy to change the clip attribute from 1.6 to 1.5!

[@jehancyamboka9824]

Is it possible to do a tutorial on squeeze and squeeze with the remus anamorphic and 6k full frame combo

[@MikeEdwardsphotography]

Let’s go! Always happy to see another video by you big dog!

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Mike! I hope you been well bro!

[@diazfilms]

Hi Chris I just subbed! I freaking love the BMFF. Your images looked stunning. Blazar anamorphics are pure 🔥🔥 I would like to recommend the Dulens Apo Mini Primes those are currently my go to PL glass.

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Thank you so much! And bet! I'll look into them!

[@TheContentShak]

Great to see you back!!😊

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Happy to be back!!

[@JTechWP]

Mines arriving tomorrow in the camera shop. Black Magic 6K FF, DJI Ronin RS3 Pro combo, Sigma 24-70mm ART lens, DJI Mic 2, very tempted to get a 35mm Sirui Anamorphic lens for it and Tilta cage. Is the Lidar autofocus worth getting ? mostly do interviews, holiday accommodation and social media videos

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

SOLID KIT! And I don't rely on autofocus too much so I would try it out without it first! But if you're running it on a gimbal then it may be very handy!

[@thiagolimadop]

I grabbed a PDMovie smart follow focus with lidar, and it's amazing paired with the sirui 35mm saturn, great joy 85mm and Sirui Venus 150mm

[@jehancyamboka9824]

I would like to have a precision seen one you have the combo you think to offer me, when you film with the 1.5x remus with the 6k full frame in open gate what do you have aspect ratio of the 2.28,2.40, ?

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

I believe it's a 2.39:1 Ratio when filming open gate!

[@ODHunte]

Nice work on the video Chris. Not bought the FF yet but plan to. I’ve got the 6K Pro but I want that FF goodness. I’ll eventually do a video about my reasons for going with this camera too. I’ve got the Blazar 65mm already! I’ll miss the internal NDs bad but already know which solution I’ll be going for to fix that👍🏿..

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Internal NDs are a must! Which solutions are you thinking about?

[@ODHunte]

@@ChrisFranklinJr mofage poco looks reasonable. If you have cash to burn you could go kippertie..😅

[@silas1414]

Do you use a gimbal with it or any other setup? Shoulder mount etc?

[@kftcval]

Could you tell me what adapter do you use with BLAZAR LENS? And did you consider Sirui Saturn? Thanks!

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Yo! It’s a normal PL to L adapter off Amazon. Like $130! I’ll link it below. And I did consider the Saturns, I actually have the 35mm. They’re super small! Almost too small for my liking. They have a nice squeeze to them but they lacked true character for me. The Blazar lenses feel more like true anamorphic lenses to me because they have such insane distortions and characters on the edges. Really makes whatever you’re filming stand out. amzn.to/3IPwmcv

[@TheCurlyKid]

Been waiting on thissss!! 👏🏾👏🏾

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Happy to deliver!! 🙌🏾

[@itsoverat6000]

The best review on this camera I've ever seen. I want to sell my Panasonic S5XII for the BMCC. Congratulations!

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Ayyye! Thank you so much!! The S5Xii is still an incredible camera!

[@PANOYT]

Thank you for the detailed review Chris! I've been shooting with a Pocket 6Kpro for 3 years now and I like that you differentiated that the full-frame 6k serves a whole other purpose. I've ben toying with the idea of getting a Komodo for higher end productions and for PL mount options, but now I'm considering the setup you've presented here. Love your video setup and thanks again for laying all of this out ! Have you been enjoying the Blazar lens experience?

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Happy to help add some clarity! And yesss, the blazars have been awesome! Working on a video about them as we speak! Hoping to have it done next week or very soon after!

[@PANOYT]

Awesome! Looking forward to that. All the best! @@ChrisFranklinJr

[@hunzikart]

Ok I need to know, what lens you're using for this shot 6:42 It's ridiculously beautiful, your work is amazing!

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Blazar Remus 65mm 1.5x Anamorphic! Currently filming a video on them! And thank you so much!

[@WesleyClouden]

mekei E-ND droppin for SH to Pl been solid

[@sitebstudios]

This camera is a filmmaker's dream! Great video!

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Thanks!!

[@924PHOTOGRAPHY]

Dope work as always.

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Much appreciated!

[@Moriarty2007]

I think Panasonic Lumix s5IIX (+BM recordr if you need BRAW) will be better option. Usable AF, best IBIS (also in anamorphic mode) + little bit less rolling shutter, ProRes recording, h.264, h265 codecs.

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

BEAST of a camera and very valid points!

[@1bertoimagemaker]

i buyed a S5IIX. It´s a great camera

[@silas1414]

I have this exact setup with my S5 ii x and am trying to make it work but am considering moving to BM because the rolling shutter on the larger formats like open gate on S5 ii x is atrocious and there is no way of fixing it. With BM it has gyro data which you can enable once imported into Resolve to effectively remove or greatly reduce rolling shutter. Also on S5 ii x you lose 4.2.2 when going open gate internal and if you go external for BRAW you lose open gate. Again for me the killer is the rolling shutter, and also the warping wobbling look from the IBIS. It's frustratingly close to being perfect but theres a catch every way you go with it unfortunately.

[@1bertoimagemaker]

@@silas1414 i am a solo videomaker and photographer. For me, the S5IIX was the best option. If i need less rolling shutter, i can change for APS-C mode. It´s not a perfect camera, but it´s a great choice for video and photo. The S5IIX colours are great, ISO is very good in low light, autofocus, IBIS, size and ergonomy. Blackmagic is a great company and the BMPCC line is great, but for a hybrid use, i prefer the S5II cameras.

[@silas1414]

@@1bertoimagemaker Yes it's pretty great. For me it wins in most categories against BM but the BM gyro data/rolling shutter correction and having everything built in may end up being preferable in my case. I've done thorough testing with S5 ii x BRAW external monitor shooting and internal recording and am going to test out the BM. There is one shot autofocus and 20+ megapixel stills on the BM, not quite the control as a true hybrid camera and I'm sad to give up some hybrid features but will see how it goes.

[@MadeByMeny]

I recognize that spanish moss and those pillars! Was some of the example footage shot in New Orleans by chance?

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

You’re spot on! Went to the city park!

[@alphzoup]

I thought so too! I'm originally from NOLA 😊

[@LumixGang]

Was going to get this but instead I got a S5 OG and a Blackmagic Video Assist 12 for $1,300 which is basically this minus open gate. I'll wait for an L mount Ursa Mini Pro or BMCC 6k Pro version. Great video and images.

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Not a bad combo at all! And yeah an Ursa with a new body style + open gate is probably what we’re getting. That or that BMCC pro with ND filters for sure!

[@ChrisParayno]

We have both an URSA 6K and BMPCC Pro at work and i would rather use the URSA anyday of the week. The lack ergonomics and after thought buttons placement of thr BMPCC make it a chore to use. Image is on point, but definitely tough to use as a run and gun device.

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

I hope to try out an URSA one day soon!

[@OmarRamosPhotography]

We need more videos from you! 😁

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

I got you! I think I have the next three weeks worth of videos already prepped! Talking about Cine Lenses next week!

[@IMDABROWN]

I was expecting this video in February.

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Had to give it the proper testing time! Plus I was mainly waiting on the anamorphic lenses and I JUST got them last week.

[@badger-productions]

I just cannot get behind a camera in 2024 that doesn't have autofocus, regardless of the other benefits. Great video as always dude

[@TamasKalman]

its a shame that the FF version can't output native 1080p of any kind. which means its useless for broadcast/livestream bc you'll get black stripes / needs digital zoom/chop. Great for offline recording though. i did the exact opposite, sold my BMC FF for an FX3 for this reason. BMC menu system is hands on the best though, but the lack of 16:9 live output and the FX3's unbeatable low light performance was a deal breaker for me. The BMC Studio camera can do 16:9, the Micro Studio can do 16:9, but they only have 4:3 and Super35 sensors... Which heavily limits you in lenses. A FF Studio version with SDI would be a great addition to the BMC line.

[@ShortStoryInspiration]

Coming from a DJI Ronin 4d, not having nd filters is not bothering you?? I'm still waiting for something to pair with my 4d as "non gimbal cam", just want FF and nd and some decent internal codecs (prores or better)

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Oh I miss those internal ND’s soooo much!! But I have a few extra matte boxes and filters so it’s not so much of a problem.

[@ShortStoryInspiration]

@@ChrisFranklinJryeahh I used to love rigging cameras but after the 4d I changed my mind..haha my matteboxes and rigs are sitting in storage. I can't get my head around not being able to lidar focus and just the ease for remote control/monitoring... But yeah for the price the bm6k looks pretty good, IQ on point for sure

[@pistre14]

Does it have built in body image stabilisation?

[@sitebstudios]

No its a cinema camera.

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

It does not but it does capture Gyro Data that you can correct and use in post.

[@pistre14]

@@ChrisFranklinJr thank you!

[@Moriarty2007]

But it have a 2 problems: 1. Horrible rolling shutter 2. No ProRes codecs

[@imaflymydroneatit]

Have you used braw? Why do you prefer prores?

[@Moriarty2007]

@imaflymydroneatit PeoRes is industry standard. Some productions use ProRes 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 only. Also, BRAW is a hudge file size container with 5:1 compression or lower, but if you choose 12:1 or 8:1 - it has compression artifacts in some environments. 12 bit ProRes 4444 XQ - less file size than 12 bit BRAW 5:1 with equal quality. Also ProRes have a faster workflow in every editing software and supports by any editing software BRAW - not.

[@mahdiyussuf9804]

I would buy this in heartbeat if it had a faster sensor! The rolling shutter :'((( I don't mind the body style. I loved my BMPCC 4k. I love BRAW!!

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Very understandable! The rolling shutter at full open gate can be rough! But honestly it hasn’t bothered me at all.

[@mahdiyussuf9804]

@@ChrisFranklinJr Yup, I do think if I'm not actively looking for it, it wouldn't bother me at all. I'm just thinking to want to do more actiony stuff 😆

[@Noitsnotatat]

This man has angels in his home!!😂 7:21

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Bro I’m crying! 😂😂😂 blessed and highly favored!!

[@samwitthecam]

7:23 was that a ghost in the background 😮???

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

LOL, I have cats 😭 either that or my place is haunted.

[@TheLinesEnd]

The A7IV?

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Excellent camera! Just not for me. I already own the FX3!

[@dp_zee]

I bought the 6k full frame and returned it 3 days later.. it sucked.. went with fx6.. The rolling shutter was laughably bad

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Very understandable! For what I do, it’s a non issue!

[@wayoftruth8428]

I really don’t get people’s concerns complaints about the body style for an actual cine camera. This is not a mirrorless it’s a designated cine camera where you DON’T want internal stab or auto focus cause I’d NEVER use it and wouldn’t want it in there. I’m like your telling me the box style with no screen and needing an extra 5min of rigging is better than this grab and go 16bit linear smart RAW camera? I’m not buying it

[@olivierlamart4082]

KZbinrs about Blackmagic … yes .. no .. yes .. no .. finally yes 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@angryrabbitproductions1690]

Happy you found a camera you enjoy that works for you… but BMD is in serious need of a sensor with a faster scan rate. It’s way too slow… like worst in class bad. This from a company that previously made cameras with global shutters? And they omitted the built in NDs… nooooo! I’ll wait for BMD to return to their global shutter roots. But at the end of the day it’s about if you are inspired to shoot… so enjoy!

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Global shutter with built in ND's would be incredible!!

[@GabrielScindian]

BM went backwards with this

[@envisagefilmshouston]

Now lets talk bout the shape of the camera 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮