Shooting with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K - Hands on Review

[@shawnwright240]

The specs, price, ease of menu and now this video have sold me on this camera. Thanks

[@ProAVTV]

Excellent, have you pre-ordered from us? Carl

[@shawnwright240]

I am in USA. I don't do pre-orders. I will wait till its out. No rush for me. However, I have a question. I shoot with Canon c100 Mk II right now. Do you think this footage can be graded to match well considering I shoot Canon Log? Keep up the good work, you have a new sub from me. :)

[@shawnwright240]

Also what is fly by wire for focus. New phrase for me, or maybe its a UK english vs US english thing.

[@astarious]

haha. it just means that focus is all manual (alt. play it by ear). it's not like a 1ds or other cameras where u can tap a point and the focus will stay on auto. personally I love manual focus while shooting. there's a certain craft that's so satisfying about it when you nail it. but auto comes in real handy when u need to do walk and talk and vlogs etc. I have the first pocket and am in love with the focus peaking, so with practice it can add a personal touch for you as a craftsman. :)

[@shawnwright240]

OK. I get it. But does it NOT have continuous AF?

[@alibinfarman]

03:26 that old lady looks so sweet. I wish her a happy and healthy life

[@just.do.something]

Thanks for the vid. And respect to the behind the scenes camera person, did a great job.

[@ProAVTV]

Thanks for watching! It's nice to hear that Carl isn't getting all the credit for once ;) Dan

[@just.do.something]

Cool man, I take it that you did the behind the scenes camera. If so, great job Dan. Take care.

[@mauifilms5767]

From watching this video I can honestly state " this is the best image quality I have seen from any under $10,000 camera ever!" Maybe it's not set up for a run -n- gun environment with advanced auto focus, ibis and all the other perks we have grown to appreciate..... but with a little directorial control the possibilities are limitless. I may just pick one up for producing online commercials and marketing videos. Kudos to Black Magic for the inspiration I have been looking for. To all you curious content creators out there - Cheers!!!!!!

[@ProAVTV]

It is definitely better suited to controlled environments like the commercials and marketing videos you mentioned. Carl

[@Nordbiene]

Beautiful model and very nice camera. Thank You for this Video. Kai

[@ProAVTV]

Thank you for watching! Carl

[@dsphotos]

lol

[@Samantha-dw5kj]

I love how practical this review is! Brilliant choice to focus on how the camera performs sans accessories.

[@perspectivestudioscaribbea5899]

Well done Carl, the Shots are absolutely gorgeous, and Prores 422 Wow ! to me this is the Camera of The Year !!!!

[@ProAVTV]

I was very pleased with the results Carl

[@shoeflystudios5903]

Great Review. The footage at 3:30 of the woman in the market is classic BMPCC look. Lots of people were knocking it for not achieving that look, but you got it spot on. And here's to our very patient wives and girlfriends that let us follow them around with every new piece of gear.

[@ProAVTV]

I'm not sure what they mean, I think it looks very 'Blackmagic' Carl

[@titaniumwaffle4304]

That guy with the smart phone rig at 3:39

[@Onenamemedia2]

😂some proper gear there

[@allencrider]

Cool. Lots of pro-res footage which I hadn't seen before from this camera. This simply adds to my opinion that every time I see footage from one of these cameras it is always produces very beautiful color.

[@ProAVTV]

I think the colours are great, especially the skin tones Carl

[@iamkubrick]

Ace review! I don’t need this camera but I’d like one. I have the UMP and it’s fantastic. But this is totally fine for corporate work. Chuck on a speedbooster and you’ve got a mini ursa mini. We’re getting spoiled with so much great stuff but Blackmagic are really spoiling us with fantastic prices and quality gear.

[@ProAVTV]

That is a great way of thinking about this camera, its a mini Ursa mini. Carl

[@damianpollock9312]

Love to see a longer. Video on setting up on the options.

[@portzir]

This camera looks like a total game changer. 4k60p RAW INTERNALLY (more or less) is just HUUUGE! and is a selling point that just stand for itself. It feels like this will be my first camera since its looking so perfect for stock filming. It's just so mind-blowing for this poop of a price, just so underpriced AND you get resolve on top for free which is totally underpriced as well! BM is really rocking the stage, without mentioning fking BM RAW!! This company is just blowing my mind away. In relation to the price of course, it's not comparable to Arri or Red, but e.g. Sony's FS7 is a super nice camera as well and has its benefits itself and is overall seen probably the better camera but the BMPCC4k isn't that far behind and it's make a huuuge difference if a camera costs 10 bucks or less than just one and a half. But i'm concerned about lenses; coming from EF and E, MFT feels like a downstep. Do you guys have any recommandations for specific lenses or companys? How are the ones from for example Walimex performing? What about the lenses used in this video? What's about adapters, sticking to Canon EFs? Since it's a small sensor with 4k resolution my suggestion is that you need a really crisp and high quality lens to take care of the big resolution on that small sensor. And i'm also interested in all the rigging stuff; Cage, monitor, handle, power (v-mount would be a donger), ssd, matte boxes, filters...how's the performance with a one hand gimbal like zhiyun's crane or ronin s? In addition to the use of auto focus. It's mentioned that the camera supports AF, but with which lenses and how does it performes? I'm really excited (say what) about this camera and can't wait to see all the videos and pictures that are coming up in the next weeks! BM is really starting something big and in combination with BM RAW and Resolve it's (being in love with this cam) like a dream come true

[@emptystring6833]

Portzir When it comes to lenses on MFT: You can just use EF lenses with a speedbooster (Viltrox or Metabones) which reduce the cropfactor to 1.4, giving shallower DoF and wider perspectives. I personally don't like shooting with the Panasonic or Olympus MFT lenses, because they are all fly by wire. Many Walimex(also Samyang or Rokinon)/Zhongyi Mitakon/ Laowa/ Voigtländer and other 3rd Party lenses are amazing. They often are completely manual (which I prefer) and their image quality is very good from my experience. When it comes to lenses I don't think you are gonna give up on much. I'm shooting MFT with Panasonic Cameras along side Full Frame Canon gear and I rather stick to my Samyang, Zhongyi and Laowa lenses then to adapt EF glass, because the MFT lenses can do everything I need. My two favorite lenses: Samyang 12mm T2.2 NCS-CS: Fast, very sharp 24mmm equiv. wide angle with gear rings for Follow Focus Zhongyi Mitakon 25mm f/0.95 Speedmaster: very fast 50mm f1.8 equiv. Also very sharp when stopped down to f/2, f/2.8 Hope this helped with your decision making process

[@CoolerQ]

@@emptystring6833 It's worth noting that some Olympus lenses actually have a real focus ring with repeatable focus. I think it is most of the lenses labeled "PRO". They default to focus by wire but you can pull back on the focus ring to lock it into manual focus with a fixed travel.

[@ProAVTV]

Yes, but that is 4K 60p Lossless CinemaDNG. There is still 3:1 and 5:1 CinemaDNG. Carl

[@raise-project]

The colors look really pleasing, realistic and 3Dimensional.

[@ProAVTV]

Very happy with the colours so far Carl

[@michaelscanlon6553]

Damn... the images look amazing especially given the tube station lighting, looks like it was shot on an Alexa!

[@ProAVTV]

I know! I'm amazed that the skin tones still looked good, even on the tube Carl

[@AlexDerrick_DP]

Sorry, This doesn't look at all like an Alexa, or a Red, or a Varicam. It's the same basic black magic look, with those hard clipped highlights. But skin tones do look good in mixed lighting which is where BMD usually falls apart.

[@tanuki2k]

Some of the nicest footage I've seen come out of a black magic camera

[@ProAVTV]

Thanks! I really like the look from the camera Carl

[@ryansulak]

@@ProAVTV what strap are you using in the video?

[@kennethwilliamsinc]

I love the color output. The only problem is, how long will this be backordered.

[@ProAVTV]

The colours look great dont they. We do have a large preorder queue, but we are hopeful that will be fulfilled quickly. It really all depends on how many Blackmagic can make and ship. Carl

[@legendp2011]

well if you're okay paying a bit more you can probably find one from a re-seller

[@villemononen5303]

I'm in LOVE of the footage this camera provides! It's natural, organic, beautiful... As far as i'm concerned, nothing in this ~1000-2000€ range (proper 4K capable) reaches even near this smooth lovely output... WOW! A7III, XT-3, GH5 / GH5S... All wonderful in their own rights, but for me they simply can't touch this. ISO performance is stunning too. Price? More than right! I will get this one and love shooting it... I already have many great m4/3 lenses (12-35mm 2.8 to begin with) and adapters, so it's a no brainer. Thank you very much for this! Really exciting times!

[@villemononen5303]

This plus the upcoming 10-25mm f1.7 could be QUITE SOMETHING... It's probably going to be pricey, but if the features (and optics) are right, i'll get it. These kind of potential money issues are easily overcome by determination. Looks like it'll cater towards video shooters aswell, we'll see... As long as they improve the fly-by-wire mechanism to something more precise and better, that would be swell!

[@ProAVTV]

The 10-25mm f1.7 will be a great lens to pair with this. Carl

[@BurnoutsAndBourbon]

I want to see a speedbooster on this!

[@noumanjavaid7929]

Metabones ef-mft xl & ultra work fine ... viltrox not so great the aperture didn't work ...

[@brandonmrsh]

Really? Shoot. I own all Viltrox so that's a bummer to hear.

[@TylerHansenVideo]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jILbqZ99pJecl9E

[@christophershivers6257]

Nouman Javaid what about the aputure DEC Vari-nd do you think that’ll work?

[@KristoforLawson]

I'd be keen to know this as well!

[@encellon]

The camera is great -- no reason to quibble... I bought my first digital camera 19 years ago -- Casio 3 MP with 480p video and 300MB internal hard drive (still have it) -- it cost *$1,000 US* -- Lenses, on the other hand struggle to keep up without costing a fortune. The Lumix G Vario II series seems to be just fine. Lens-based IS plus post is good enough without a gimbal -- though keeping the camera *level* and moving smoothly is the main point of a gimbal -- not just jitter control.

[@HeathcliffBlair]

Thanks. Very interesting and informative review. I would have liked to have seen more normal speed motion material to judge the camera's cadence abilities. There's A LOT of slo-mo stuff out there in general, and while it's a pretty and beguiling effect, it doesn't help to determine some key aspects of a camera's actual performance. Indeed it can hide quite a few sins. No disrespect intended. Thanks again.

[@chillseason]

Thanks for this hands on review, I really love the “everyday shooting” feel! I believe this will be a huge game changer for entry level cinema cameras. I think that it’s amazing for what it was made for. I see a lot of people upset about the lack of IBIS, continuous autofocus, having to rig it up, etc. and I’m not understanding why. This is a cinema camera, much like REDs or the Alexa Mini. You don’t autofocus with a RED cameras, Alexa Minis don’t come with IBIS. You build cinema cameras up to fit your needs. Appreciate it for the purpose it was made for. Also...you pretty much have to rig any camera up in some way if you’re looking to produce professional content.

[@ProAVTV]

Agreed. Best to think of this as a smaller version of the UMP. Not a competitor to the Gh5 or A7 Carl

[@OfTwoLands]

Nice video Carl, such a cool camera. Been shooting with it for more than a week and absolutely love it. Funny you guys used the same track at 3:21 that I used for my BMPCC 4K Sydney video, must suits its footage I guess haha. Cheers

[@ProAVTV]

Great minds think alike! Carl

[@Thevikingcam]

RAW footage and grading it ofc, that is the biggest question!

[@matthewmagdefrau]

SMH at these people who are saying its to shakey, no shit, this isn't a stills camera being hybridized into a cine camera. I think it will be a really cool camera, but pretending like it doesn't need to be rigged out like a cinema camera is a mistake. Realistically you need a shoulder mount at the very least.

[@ProAVTV]

I agree completely, some form of stabilisation is needed here for good handheld. Carl

[@pete49327]

Monopod can work wonders for run and gun. Simple and el cheapo, less is more:)

[@ivanyamson]

Hello, have you seen the Weebill? There's also the Moza Air. Both of these are way lighter than the Ronin-S/Crane 2 & 3/Moza Air 2 but can still carry 3kg+.

[@mileswilson6204]

I think it's fair to point out issues like that. Absolutely if you want a great-looking image you should set up a proper rig. However, the design is very low-profile, and adding rigging to this camera would remove that benefit. I feel this would be a greatly improved camera if it had some IBIS, though I'm still keen to see this with an IS lens. I agree with your point of view, but it doesn't totally discount the downside of this design choice. However, adding IBIS would have put up the camera cost significantly. It's fair enough that they've chosen to keep it cheap and leave it up to the consumer to rig it up as they see fit. In conclusion, I agree and yet I don't :P lol

[@legendp2011]

I feel a little bit of warp stabilizer (like 10%) would make it look fine

[@1fareast14]

7:08 these clips right here were very helpful for getting a feel for the camera's dr, very nice

[@ProAVTV]

Thats what I thought, they show the range nicely Carl

[@JuanKharlox17]

Im planing to use it on a gimbal with a second guy with a remote monitor and fallow focus system. Any advice on how to build a rig like that? Or any gear recomendation??? Great video Carl :)

[@ProAVTV]

DJI has its own system with a follow focus module that can be used wirelessly or connect to the ronin S. That might be the best way to go for a lightweight setup. Or you could go for a larger gimbal and a full on wireless followfocus like the ones from tilta, that would be useful in more situations as a wireless follow focus. Depends on your needs. If you get in touch with our sales team they can help talk you through the options? Carl

[@hzubovi1]

Does it fit Ronin MX?

[@MikeMarrah]

Will this even fit on a Ronin S? It looks really wide

[@ShaneHarderPhoto]

I use my FS5mk ii on my Ronin S and I've had to add weights to the back when using bigger lenses. They screw right into the QR plate. I'm sure you could figure out how to make this work. It may require extra counter balance weights on the left or right side but I'm sure you could make it happen. Fingers crossed it just works without any mods though.

[@LikeAGentlemanPlease]

It looks very clean. Hopefully Blackmagic will have more in stock by next year.

[@ProAVTV]

I'm sure they will, we are hoping preorders will be fufilled by then. Carl

[@olleborgar7403]

Thanks for the video and footage. Did you apply any stabilisation in post? Cheers

[@denverhoward3446]

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[@enochcannon1555]

@Denver Howard Instablaster ;)

[@denverhoward3446]

@Enoch Cannon I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site on google and im waiting for the hacking stuff atm. Takes a while so I will reply here later with my results.

[@denverhoward3446]

@Enoch Cannon it worked and I finally got access to my account again. I'm so happy:D Thank you so much you saved my ass!

[@enochcannon1555]

@Denver Howard you are welcome :)

[@marion_roberts]

LOL this is how I plan on using the camera when I finally buy one. Light setup that could move quickly without too much gear. You also confirmed my hunch that manual lenses can be used with ease using this cam because of that large screen+focus peaking. Thanks for this video!Subscribed.Please post more indepth usage of this.

[@ProAVTV]

Glad it helped! We have a series of much more in depth tests coming soon Carl

[@pete49327]

Well done. I've never shot with a 4/3 or dslr in video, but very interested. Have watched literally hundreds of GH4/5/S videos, along with Sonys and Canons, etc. But the overall impression I'm getting after having viewed many BMPCC4k tests is that the BM has better looking skin tones across the range.

[@oscarbirkhellenes9724]

A bit early to conclude, but the skin tones looks almost identical to my ursa 4.6k. The only way to beat that (to my knowledge) would be Canons cinema line or super high end cameras starting at 20.000$

[@christophershivers6257]

Well this is not a video camera it’s a cinema camera lol

[@ProAVTV]

I love the skin tones, accurate and a little desaturated is my first impression. Reminds me of Arri. Arri go accurate and desaturated, Canon go for accurate and saturated in general. Carl

[@PostColorGear]

Just the man I wanted to see review this. Great footage. Thanks for being thorough.

[@ProAVTV]

Thanks! Glad it lived up to expectation 😉 Carl

[@tonyzecchinelli]

it would be intresting testing the iso with the only moon light over the sea with the light of the moon over the water of the sea .So it must be important if in the video shootting we can see at the same time water of the sea or of a river and moon reflecting in the water in real natural night dark light and not closed to the city light that's would be a great test - I saw a test like this I said made with a Sony camera and it was fantastic at 20.000 iso with 50 mm at 1,8

[@ajinkyamanohar2852]

Skin tones are superb, image quality looks great. You have done a great job.

[@thebentzenable]

After watching this sharp digital videoy camcorder footage I am falling in love with my old Pocket 😉 gh5 and Bmpcc4k both look like video. The opening shot looks like video from the nineties with ugly colour. Thanks for the review 😎

[@Birkkromann]

Ensian Blåfugl Yeah, I second this. The image from the original pocket is so much nicer!

[@thebentzenable]

@@Birkkromann Agreed! I Wish we could have that camera with all the flaws fixed. I went shooting with the bmpcc today and I must say that I love and hate it a lot 😅😎

[@landonp629]

"opening shot looks like video from the nineties with ugly colour." If you mean the part where he is talking and holding the camera, that was clearly not shot with the BMPCC4k - since hes holding it. The first actual shot from the camera itself isn't til 0:41

[@AlexDerrick_DP]

Agreed. This looks like total video. For all the people saying this looks Alexa, or Red or Varicam like. Nahh.. Color is worse than the original BMPC. That Captain Hook guy they hired for color is a hack.

[@landonp629]

'Color' and 'looks like video' are subjective matters... What it looks like to you, and what it looks like to me are vastly different things. The issue is that people claim something 'looks more video' than others --- the reality is, all of these cameras produce cinematic looking images in the right hands; anyone who thinks differently is simply a fan-boy of a specific camera or brand, and will not indulge the fact that other cameras can produce good looking images too.

[@KlausPedersen_gaffa]

Absolutely lovely footage and review.

[@ProAVTV]

Thanks very much! Glad you liked it Carl

[@clairewhiteheadVideo]

I need to know how long it can potentially shoot for? I shoot interviews that can be up to an hour long, ad I want to know how long before it overheats or fills a memory card, paticuarly on AD power

[@Soldier_Sean]

As long as your media allows

[@survivinglife7843]

Love it, can't wait to see what you do next with it.

[@ProAVTV]

Lots more videos on the way! Carl

[@13StopsPocketFilms]

Great overall review. Thank you. Interesting that the GH5 (used to record the review) and BMPCC4K (insert shots) looks almost identical to me. Especially in the way it renders skin tone. Did anyone else think the same or differently?

[@13StopsPocketFilms]

Riky_08 sane here! Preordered on day 1. I really want this to be the best camera ever! 😂

[@thatcherfreeman]

Riky_08 I think it's a combination of the clipped highlights in the GH5 footage and the slow motion in the Blackmagic's footage, which kind of just makes everything look better.

[@glenngulia5409]

The only thing I would say about that, having previously been a GH4 shooter, is that a huge selling point is the physical buttons, superb menus, etc. that make this function in your hands like an actual video camera.

[@nordfresse]

I actually thought that the GH5-footage looks really poor in comparison, dont know if thats due to different grading or what. The colors look so natural on the BMPCC4k! Love it...

[@bauerfilms4832]

If youre a run and gunner the gh5 is better. The picture is very similar but gh5 has much cheaper media, flip out screen, and ibis

[@lucian8774]

This is ridiculously well priced! Awesome!

[@ProAVTV]

Yes it is. Its amazing how much it can do for the price Carl

[@cactuslabm]

great, great review. I will buy this awsome girl!

[@FaithSanctuaryToronto]

Excellent quality. I was waiting for a review just like this. Im jetting (3) for my wedding and event business.

[@gabrielwilson1509]

I havent seen anyone talk about the microphone built into it? Have any impressions on it? I dont need anything detailed just a few words.

[@ProAVTV]

We will actually be doing some detailed tests on it and the different mic inputs very soon, so keep an eye out on the channel! Carl

[@vilnius1998]

yeah check out videolane channel, he tested the built in mic

[@gabrielwilson1509]

Ah thanks for the heads up!

[@duncanharrison2346]

half way through the vid and EVERY SINGLE SAMPLE SHOT is in slow-mo. Great.

[@Themanintheredcoat]

Why does your footage look better than the official footage released by Blackmagic?

[@ProAVTV]

Well thanks! I thought Blackmagic did quite a good job this time actually though of putting out a decent variety of shots Carl

[@stephd1233]

@@ProAVTV I just bought this camera is it good for beginners??

[@weplaywax]

Not only you are using Lumix glass, but also carrying everything in a Tenba bag AND shoot urban scenes with people instead of just landscapes and skyscrapers like 9/10 camera reviewers do. This video hits a home-run for me, finally found someone that thinks video exactly like me! :D

[@artursrudavs373]

nice review, and even though these shots are the best looking ive seen so far, im still not amazed by the image. looks very close to the gh5s, a little videoy, dynamic range also seems meh, i dont know, im not convinced, everything i see from the new pocket steers me more towards the gh5s

[@ProAVTV]

I'm going to do some comparisons soon Carl

[@NathanBaldassero]

Use some vintage lenses and lenses with character and it looks amazingly cinematic

[@mindcreativestudios1386]

I really loved the footage. Great video. Thanks also for listing the lenses.

[@MarinSubasic]

I´m in between this and the GH5s...??

[@declanmurphy1006]

This. Blackmagic RAW will be amazing.

[@aspirefilms9743]

There is no competition between this and GH5 s, colour science alone amazing not to mention it's half the price ...

[@dharr069]

I agree with Aspire Films. I shoot on Panasonic (DVX200 and GH4) and from what I've seen, the color science on the Pocket 4K is much better, especially for skin tones. And I can change 16 points of color points on the DVX200, and have it dialed in about as best as I can and I suspect that the Pocket 4K will still be better. Should be interesting to do a color comparison between the DVX200 and the Pocket 4K (and the DVX200 is twice the price). But, remember, different cameras have different strengths because of their different purposes. My Ford D150 is a totally different beast than my Honda Fit. Some with video gear.

[@MarinSubasic]

True with the price, I´m only thinking that you have to have a second monitor when you want to film yourself and autofocus? Not that I use it too often, but the new tracking AF from the GH5s works really well, just saw it at photokina..

[@dharr069]

Until Panasonic moves to phase-detect, I would trust Canon and Sony for continuous AF, not Panasonic.

[@Allpromedia]

Brilliant, brother. Can't wait to get my hands on this beauty!

[@ProAVTV]

Have you ordered one from us? Carl

[@carlmarl6531]

Blackmagic: "We're releasing this in September." Also Blackmagic: "We're releasing this in November."

[@PerthYouthFilmAcademy]

Ordered mine when they announced and got it last week "in SEPTEMBER" just saying.

[@ricardoucr]

And the fuc#$1ng B&H website has been closed for a week so we cant ask them about the delivery date.

[@gamingkingX]

Absolutly wrong. They started delivering in september.. Just as they said they would at NAB. They never said EVERYBODY gets theirs in september.

[@1901Steini]

yeah that sucks, but that is not blackmagics fault at all

[@carlmarl6531]

Where did you order it from? Every site says pre-order.

[@johntbd]

Thanks, enjoying your take on the camera. It all being hand held was exciting for me. I have been a bit worried about no in camera stabilization. Your footage, cropping, color, and lighting was nice to see and view. Look forward to future post as I hold my breath for the Black Magic to show up on my doorstep. Cheers.

[@ProAVTV]

Glad it was useful. Thanks for watching Carl

[@Blizzier666]

Builted in image stabilization in video cameras would be awful. That is why you are doing it in post in controlled manner or using tripods, gimbals and steadicams.

[@nowworld7420]

everything looks great except for the stabilization

[@iivanov86]

Was thinking the same thing but then again he's just handholding it. I would never hand hold my Sony A7s ii but still... I wonder how the BMPC would perform on a gimbal.

[@seanregan3256]

I love the colour of the image coming from a Sony A7SII this camera looks great.

[@JericTamayo]

Creepyy shooting random people without their permission to be filmed..

[@CoveringFish]

Jeric Tamayo public space

[@TheFirstCause]

Yeah I thought the same thing. Stick to objects.

[@JericTamayo]

You are profiting by filming them without their consent in public space. Isn't there something about being able to film for private use vs profit?

[@rudymcfarlane]

You might not need permission in public locations.

[@TooMainToBeChannel]

rudymcfarlane yeah as far as I'm aware there's no laws limiting filming and photography in public spaces, it'd get a bit boring if everyone shot trees lmao!

[@quickpickle]

wow the colors on it looks great

[@ProAVTV]

Especially the skin tones Carl

[@ronswaninson]

Audio would be great- think thats what will set this camera apart from other similar sized mirrorless cameras

[@lumineye08]

I thought the GH5 footage filming this piece seemed more cinematic. But I'm sure with better lenses and shooting RAW will be amazing. Can't wait for my order to arrive.

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

may i ask, how did you know the piece was filmed with the pana gh5? not attempting to challenge, truly just asking. thumbs up.

[@prabhakarrao4922]

Thank you for putting this review up. Very helpful.

[@ErikOlsen]

Excellent video as always. I would've like to see on screen text what lenses you used and the f-stops and focal length and such...

[@ProAVTV]

I thought about it, but It would have slowed me down so much to write down the fstop, ISO etc. for every shot I filmed in a fast paced situation like this. Carl

[@wiseadvanced]

One of the best reviews so far! We should asked Holdan for sending you some media haha

[@spiroangelatos4274]

Terrific job, Carl....and thanks!

[@ProAVTV]

Thanks! Carl

[@jessiemccullough1]

The footage looks amazing I just picked it up I’m excited ready to go out and shoot some things thank you very much your video is the best I’ve seen yet on the black magic pocket cinema camera 4K👍🏿👍🏿

[@stephd1233]

I just bought one myself I'm a beginner...is this a good camera for beginners??

[@kp66udv]

Great video, thank you! I'm wondering if there is a IQ difference between the Panasonic lens and the Olympus lens. For one, I'm only considering those with OIS built in since I have exactly same thought as you, I mostly want to shoot as light and portable as possible. The three versatile zooms with OIS are Panasonic 12-35 2.8 and 35-100 2.8, then the Olympus 12-100 4 PRO. I really love to see you test with these zooms on the IQ. Of course, if there is any other good lens with OIS to recommend, please do so. A fast question: do you think Olympus lens has better looking "3D-look" IQ than the Lumix? The color, contrast, basically the rendering. I sometimes find the Lumix lenses IQ a little "flat" and "dull". But I definitely love the size and weight of the 12-35 and 35-100 for sure, fantastic. Thank you!

[@craig26study]

Thank you so much for your share. I am looking so forward to receiving mine. Blackmagic Design is my favourite company, I absolutely love their products. great video buddy

[@ProAVTV]

I can tell by your thumbnail! Carl

[@chandlerryd6750]

I'd LOVE to hear your thoughts about alternative battery solutions.

[@RamasolaProductions]

Your camera work is good! The footage, skin tones and dynamic range looks very good! Thanks for posting your test.

[@ProAVTV]

Thank you very much! Carl

[@Playerdrew10]

If only the battery life were better, this camera would be a knockout! I love that it records in ProRes formats, comes with various gammas, and that great 5-inch screen. I guess that's what a good third-party battery solution would fix.

[@ProAVTV]

I quite like powering it from an external monitor. Like the SWIT CW-55C or the SmallHD Focus. Then you can use larger sony NPF's and power the camera for hours, but dont need to rig it up like a larger camera Carl

[@Playerdrew10]

ProAV TV that’s a good point, but I’m thinking for gimbal and travel usage. I need it stripped down for weight and to last longer than 45 min on battery. I use the GH5 now and the battery life is amazing. It’s hard to go to something else.

[@kobiohanna]

Great camera, wonder how the picture quality looks like without, filters, color editing etc.

[@ProAVTV]

Theres some ungraded footage from each of the gamma profiles in our video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGbVkp-dhsR0pbc Carl

[@LearnCanterbury]

Lots of cameras with lovely pictures these days. But the skin tones standout for me. Gorgeous. You can get good pics on dslrs, but very hard to get those great skin tones over a wide range of lighting.

[@ProAVTV]

Agreed, the Skin tones are what has impressed me the most Carl

[@papachain1450]

And soon it will have Blackmagic RAW Capabilities, that camera looks like a steal.

[@ProAVTV]

It also comes with a full copy of resolve. Its amazing how much they have packed into the camera for the price Carl

[@avarmadillo]

Nice shots, Carl. Looks like a good camera. If I didn't have an X-H1 and X-T3 I'd seriously consider buying one.

[@SFCFilms]

Looks great. Love the larger size monitor. I think all DSLRs should do the same and use the entire back for monitor.

[@gravelboycauty]

Amazing! Blue sky in England!

[@ProAVTV]

I know! We were very lucky with the weather Carl

[@LE672AJ]

Their menu system so easy to get going with. Makes you wonder why other brands’ menus are still not as finessed.

[@FKfilmphotography]

Can you please test this "cinema" camera in a cinematic/cinematography way I.e. some proper controlled lighting setups just as black magic do for their promos also. Natural light market places reallt don't showcase the camera well enough.

[@jerrytang9514]

Hi, I love what you've done here, I feel you've really demonstrated the beauty of this camera in the purest form. However, would you share with me which lens you did use in the subway (or the tube)? I'm guessing it's the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 ASPH? Thanks!

[@Sotangy247]

Great looking footage .Nice work.

[@ProAVTV]

Thanks! Carl

[@JordiPresa]

Well done you killed it!

[@darrylsmith3102]

Very nice review demo. Like how you expose each shot correctly. Something you don't see much of on KZbin. Hope you do a Long Night shoot in many different lighting conditions. Thanx Again. D.

[@ProAVTV]

Thanks, glad you liked it. We will definitely do more tests with high ISOs and low light situations Carl

[@MustWorkWeekends]

I'm impressed with the footage quality. The auto-focus is what I am still on the fence about. I see you got good results manually focusing but I tend to move a lot with my camera on a gimbal so it remains to be seen if that is a deal-breaker or not yet. Thanks for the review....very helpful!

[@ProAVTV]

There is no continuous AF, and the Push to AF is slow and a little unreliable. If AF is really important to you there are better cameras for you than this. Although, none with this high quality video, for this pricepoint... Carl

[@MustWorkWeekends]

Thanks for the response Carl. Yeah, all the cameras out now have some compromise. I'm just trying to figure out which compromises are most important to me. I am looking forward to the rest of your tests. Again, thank you for your time and efforts.

[@TheEssentialStory]

Thanks great review as always. What was the video of you shooting, talking etc shot on? Interesting to see the shots of you shooting and then a similar angle from the Black magic.

[@98JamesNixon]

Great review! Going to get mine soon, have a bunch of Panasonic lenses including the 12-35 ii and Canon LPe6 batteries from my 80d, so should be an easy addition to the kit!

[@ProAVTV]

There we go! You already have half of what I used here Carl

[@SuperRaven79]

Very interesting, thanks! One of the most remarkable comments is because of the large screen. I never thought about it, but you are probably right. "Mentaly" i compose a shot different when i look through an EVF! I am an advocate for using an EVF, because you see the world with the cameras eye and almost like the audience in a dark cinema. But i have to open my mind, looking at the shot like a director on his monitor can also be a good option.

[@ProAVTV]

Absolutely! Its so important to look at your framing in all sorts of ways. I know lots of DP's that will look through the viewfinder, and then go check it on the directors monitor, constantly swapping between them. Carl

[@truecuckoo]

It looks absolutely lovely. Did you put a lot of work into grading? Or was it just a mere lift, shadows, highlights and saturation? It looks like you’ve put a LOT of attention to balancing the colours to look juuust right. Just for a comparison of battery life. I’m getting around 3 hours of 4K on a GH5 per battery. It’s a pretty big difference.

[@ProAVTV]

Not really, like you say just a contrast and saturation boost. In some shots we took out a tiny bit of green from some artificial lights, but that is about it. Carl

[@truecuckoo]

ProAV TV wow that is impressive. I’m used to using the first Pocket Cinema Cam. I often miss it, but grading was actually somewhat time consuming since I often felt there was a lot to deal with. This new one sounds like a huge improvement, if that’s all you’ve done to the colours. Thanks for sharing.

[@andreashaggstrom]

Nice, calm review. But another review convincing me to stick with the Blackmagic Cinema Camera 2.5K and invest in a Blackmagic Micro Cinema Camera. Sadly. All about taste. But i love Blackmagic!

[@jerry.cray_II]

Beautiful, clear shots! How did you remove that faded look that I normally see in Blackmagic footage? The blacks are black and the colors look crisp and rich! Is that the ProRes??

[@glenngulia5409]

GREAT VIDEO! Perfect mix of review and actual footage. What is the crop factor in 4K?

[@ProAVTV]

Thanks! Glad you liked it. It uses the full sensor in 4K. So thats a MFT sensor, about the same size as the Gh5s which is a 1.84x crop when compared to full frame. Carl

[@viktorhfilms]

Great review! Looking forward for mine to arrive.

[@ProAVTV]

Have you preordered from us? Carl

[@viktorhfilms]

No, I haven't. I live in Sweden so it would be more practical to order from a local store. Viktor

[@alecwry]

I'd love to see more lowlight stuff, like how it looks when you really have to push the iso. I'd also love to see some comparisons, how it stacks up to some of the next level cinema cameras.

[@ProAVTV]

I will do more in depth ISO tests. Carl

[@dsphotos]

great review, footage looks really really nice. would love to see a comparison with the fuji xt3

[@mdturnerinoz]

A video on your favorite lenses/adapters for the BMPCC4K would be helpful.

[@mrkumaran]

wow, the images look amazing. wish we could get these from the UMP, especially on low light. I'm sold on this. Perhaps a B-cam to my UMP

[@kcblake]

This looks absolutely amazing. The colors of the stained glass lights are incredible! Please tell us about your post process. How did you grade this footage? I'm not at all bothered by the stabilization of your shots. Totally usable for this type of shooting. Just depends on what you are going for.

[@ProAVTV]

We did a very simple grade in FCPX. Just raise whites, lower blacks and add saturation. A few shots needed a tiny bit of magenta added. Nothing that took more than a minute or two a shot. Carl

[@kp66udv]

you shot with auto white balance?

[@bibekbasumatary4777]

Loved it, very insigthful. would love to know more about setting it up on a gimbal specifically the Zhiyun Weebill lab, thanks for the battery and what kind of lens adaptors would you suggest. and also if we wanted to use anamorphic lenses how would it hold up. How has the new firmware update helped in improving the sability.

[@davidwendt3613]

Thanks for the review. I would like to see the pocket 4k compared to the original BMCC which also claimed 13 stops of dynamic range and I would like to see the Pocket 4k compared to the Fuji XT3. The things I would like to see compared: Dynamic Range Highlight rolloff Motion

[@claytoncreative]

Great info... could we see a non stabilised lens against a stabilised one? Thanks...

[@Franckystudios]

Very cinematic indeed. I find the sensor a little soft though.

[@shawnmiller8169]

Nice review, thanks for posting. I really like the skin tones, the highlight handling and the color science. Which video gamma did you use?

[@ProAVTV]

I was particularly impressed with the skin tones. We used film, and then graded slightly in FCPX. Just a simple contrast and saturation boost Carl

[@shawnmiller8169]

Excellent, thanks Carl.

[@joseangel4428]

Great tutorial, thank you. Shooting of Bmpcc4k was made in Film, Extended Video or Video?