The Arri Alexa We Can All Afford?

[@Kini_Wolfgang]

I have gotten to a point in my life where i have concluded that lights and lenses are what make every film something.

[@j.zuberi]

Thats what it boils down to, Lights, Glass, Comp & lastly Color.

[@bemboing4338]

WRITING

[@robin-comments]

I'm pretty sure it comes down to all the knowledge and creativity the whole team put into making this, starting with a good story.

[@killderrodrigues6958]

one thing missed, 10bit camera. 8 bit sucks

[@Samvisualarts]

@@bemboing4338 the most important

[@gregelgie]

It’s great that these amazing cameras are coming out with such relatively affordable prices.

[@sitebstudios]

Thanks so much Brady, for showing what Blackmagic cameras can do. For so long, I've heard the argument that BM cameras can't be used on full high end productions. The fact that this camera costs what it does and that it's the same sensor as the Cinema 6K FF and that it really shows how all the BM camera lines from the Pockets to the Ursas can be used on high end productions is amazing. Thank you and keep up the stellar work!

[@BradyBessette]

Obviously they’ll never replace an arri but yes, they can def perform on large sets like this. I was impressed

[@Breonnick]

There pretty popular for stunts and B cams on movies tracking back to mad max fury Road when they use to be boxed and gray.

[@AllThingsFilm1]

Thanks for bringing some real world - actual - usage footage of the PYXIS. I'm always amazed by how quickly people talk crap about cameras these days. Even when they don't have it in their hands. The PYXIS is definitely a camera worthy of consideration. And thanks for your excellent content.

[@BradyBessette]

Honestly! Thank you so much man, just trying to do fun things

[@cky2k04]

I honestly believe it's because a majority of people who film are more concerned about specs than real life results.

[@moumfilms]

This looks amazing. Western Montana is just hard to beat as a backdrop. Looks like you filmed with lots of people I know. Brandon is such a great sound guy, and Zuzu is an incredible actor!

[@OriginalRaveParty]

The footage looks incredible 👌

[@the-creative-block]

Hey, thanks for not overdoing it on this video. You could have really overedited it but i think that i would have been lost in the sauce had you done so. Great video. Thanks.

[@ht8764]

Can't wait to see the whole movie! Showing this to my mom so she doesn't think I'm crazy for buying another camera😂

[@KONDORBLUE]

Such a good shoot!!! Hopefully we can continue this film soon.

[@BradyBessette]

Thank you so much!

[@BradyBessette]

Soon!!!

[@LivForEarth]

this is soooooo is sick. also your Reverie LUTs look FIREEE

[@zackzeiler2594]

Blackmagic is changing the game for real.

[@tobiasfalk9112]

Absolutely gorgeous shots!

[@AdioAsh]

Is there a way we can praise how good the Pyxis is without disrespecting the Alexa.

[@BradyBessette]

Yes , by me saying it’s not a replacement but it can perform in the world of it

[@AdioAsh]

@@BradyBessette I guess that’s where we disagree then. We may just have a difference of opinions then. Can the cameras cut together absolutely. When I push blackmagic image to its peak performance I’m impressed it looks good and obviously I can make an Alexa match that great image but when doing the opposite it’s hard to make black magic look like an Alexa performing at its peak. I respect you and the video though. No hate I’m a fan.

[@BradyBessette]

All fair thoughts and I appreciate your approach on this! No hate here. It’s a tough line to balance “business” side of getting a well performing video , and all that jazz. All to say, appreciate you!

[@35mmdigitalcinema]

@@AdioAshyou are right about the Alexa, hence the price of it. But I honestly think that if you were to see a movie in cinema shot on the Pyxis by a Hollywood DP, I bet you won’t be able to tell the difference. It’s all about the man behind the camera. And lately most cameras are capable to deliver stunning images, that line between Alexa and prosumer cameras it’s starting to fade quick. I bet that the Ursa Cine 12K can beat the Alexa in few areas.

[@AdioAsh]

@ I understand. I probably need to learn more from you about KZbin videos. You scaled really fast. Congrats on all the success.

[@lucascoble]

I have a BM Cinema Camera 6K and that sensor is awesome. Hopefully in a few years I can pickup an URSA Cine 12K.

[@Samvisualarts]

@@lucascoble that's the one I'm looking at. It's like having an arri Alexa for a fraction of the cost

[@8KHDRVideoBySittipong]

Love the image from this PYXIS.

[@mianosworld]

No bullshit Brady! Love the Pyxis

[@craigstynardt4990]

Damn what a great BTS 💪

[@steve_arcenio]

Beautiful my friend! On my wishlist.

[@kevinl20082008]

WOW! this is beautiful work, Salute..

[@michaelmerchan3426]

That acting was clean 🔥

[@BradyBessette]

Love having real pro actors

[@OakViewFilms]

We're actually shooting our pilot movie on the Pyxis (pairing them with Atlas anamorphics). We were going to go with a Red Komodo, but the Pyxis won me over due to the full frame sensor and color science. The lesser dynamic range was a sacrifice we were willing to make.

[@BradyBessette]

You will def love it. That was our combo here

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

Black magic has such a weird character arc. As a current BM owner I wouldnt trade my internal nd’s but it is compelling. If they release a pro version Im all over it. I shot some filler for a feature last year and my 6k was matched to an Alexa A cam by a colorist.

[@BradyBessette]

Fair comment, my last bm was a p4k so this was a huge jump. I love my internals on fx6, but on large productions where we have an ac anyway, it’s not the end of the world to me

[@joepalmer5339]

Hopefully we have some lighting breakdowns from this to look forward to!

[@BradyBessette]

Already on my channel is one!

[@k.b.unlinked]

i got my PYXIS not to long ago, I'm still rigging it out but I cant wait to go out a film some really cool stuff with it

[@nerucheung]

3:15 just 2 dudes with miniguns on easyrigs

[@KevinOtterness]

Beautiful work all the way around!

[@BradyBessette]

Thank you king Kevin!

[@KofiYeboah]

This looked beautiful, jealous I could op on it 😂, the Pyxis really does offer that traditional form at a price that won’t get me yelled at lol

[@BradyBessette]

We’re all sellouts I suppose

[@MatthewDangyou]

phew this camera looking more tempting each day!

[@BradyBessette]

👀👀👀👀

[@B-Moye]

Now I understand your comment on Kofi’s video lol. Same day

[@resolving_boris]

Considering my level of camera experience (I'm primarily an editor), and the fact that I have NO ideas for what to shoot, I'll probably start out with a BMPCC 6K Pro first while I learn, but this is awesome.

[@35mmdigitalcinema]

Well… so does the Lumix S5II X feels like too. 😊

[@calimatt87]

What kind of easyrig is that? That's the craziest arm I've seen

[@adventurefilmclub2549]

I'm using the BMPCC OG and think I might jump straight to the Pyxis when I upgrade. I was gonna get a 4K or 6K pro but may as well just get a rigged out Pyxis! The image is epic looking for the price!

[@BradyBessette]

Honestly! It’s fantastic

[@12yfilms]

I want that handle sooooo bad!!!!

[@DeyanIlievDoctora]

Sure it feels like an Alexa with a 100k lens kit lol

[@vanraz]

Maybe a stupid question but, does it have s16 mode? How is it?

[@BradyBessette]

I believe yes, but have not tried it

[@jayrey7]

I didn't expect to see how much shitbyou can add on to that camera. Soooooo sick. 🔥 That's on my cart.

[@DIRECTEDBYH]

nice bro but wait until the new cine lf comes out...

[@robbiefilms]

Which director's monitor did you use? I see 3 receivers on it can it quad view?

[@shadowcultur]

How is this camera only three grand holy shit

[@BradyBessette]

That’s what I’m saying

[@shadowcultur]

@ the bar has been raised. Great images btw!

[@samuelwpeter]

Fan of ur work from Bengaluru, India👍👍

[@BradyBessette]

Heyo! Thank you!!

[@GabrielScindian]

Big Sky is a beautiful place

[@robertpaterson5477]

it's not near to Alexa quality but the footage looked good. are you planning on shooting on the Ursa Cine LF soon? That might be a closer match

[@BradyBessette]

I’m hoping I can

[@EldenEleSinema]

As an old BM user I am still doubtful about the cameras they produce in terms of durability. I can’t trust their cameras on field. The image has always been more than its costs, but durability, reliability is a big question. I hope this has changed.

[@anthonyk27]

Why take the greatness of black magic and credit it to Arri?

[@OptimusPrimeCrazy]

Black magic - we cannot let the Word be unspoken.

[@delebackroom]

what is the name of the lens, please?

[@BradyBessette]

Atlas mercury!

[@thewrongneighborhoodproduc1544]

Where can I get that handle?

[@FlavourTV]

Beautyfull❤❤❤😍😍😍

[@GNTLMAN.]

I’m debating, do you think the PYXIS is better to buy than the FX3?

[@phrasalsyntax]

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[@Jimmy_Maurice]

What's the lens?

[@BradyBessette]

Atlas mercury!

[@adventurefilmclub2549]

Not sure if you'll have the answer, but if i have no need for 6K shooting, is the image quality and functionality just the same shooting at 4K on the Pyxis?

[@BradyBessette]

To my beliefs, no, simply because it will crop in , aka less sensor is used and it’s closer to a cropped sensor size. But I could be wrong!

[@mr.Busyyy]

no fulltime filmmaker class video？😅

[@edwink0]

3:10 Ghostbuster turds...

[@mdenjoyer831]

isn't the pyxis just a more expensive lumix S5ii?

[@Eyeofkamau]

A more expensive & versatile BMCC6K

[@BradyBessette]

Not sure honestly

[@mdenjoyer831]

@@Eyeofkamau BMCC6K, pyxis and S5ii all have the same sensor and black magic is owned by lumix

[@Eyeofkamau]

@@mdenjoyer831 it’s simply closer to the BMCC6K than the S5iix. It’s literally the bmcc6k in a box, with BMD all over it. Design, menus and all lol. S5ii is a totally different camera; a hybrid, with different UI, internals, and by a different company. Also, since when is BMD owned by panasonic? Never heard of that.

[@chrismiller7080]

What's medium clean mean ?

[@BradyBessette]

The shot size!

[@chrismiller7080]

@@BradyBessette i get that but why not just say medium why say medium clean?

[@chrismiller7080]

i never heard that term before so im confused lol

[@BradyBessette]

@chrismiller7080 just a clean single! As opposed to ots etc

[@chrismiller7080]

@@BradyBessette oooooooo i get it lmao make sense now thanks love the work btw

[@JBGIMAGINATION]

Sorry, LMAO at your title.

[@cammackey]

What’s an Arri Alexa?

[@BradyBessette]

A cheaper Pyxis

[@cammackey]

@ sign me up

[@NetvoTV]

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[@Eyeofkamau]

Nooooo lol

[@TJ-po9ol]

Look, another YT clickbait title and channel that is basically an advertisement

[@Vasya_Gnutiy]

Guys. Im sorry for my oppinion but color grading is terreble. There is no details in shadows. Great job in testing, but if you having 40% of picture clear black (zeroes), like on 7:00 or 7:38 - it is not good. It is not classic. It is DOP's job defect. By the way i have one Pyxis in my own, but still cant test it - have no time. Watching this video in discussion with my movie director. By my oppinion the camera is 2nd under Alexa. RED is only 3rd. But durability is still under question.

[@BradyBessette]

Crazy comment to leave when I’m a dp and not a colorist and did this grade on my laptop last night at 2am

[@Vasya_Gnutiy]

@@BradyBessette i can help you with it ;)

[@willvazquez3218]

There’s nothing special about the Pyxis footage. It looks like Sony FX3 footage. There’s nothing magical to it. It looks over-sharpened and like video.

[@BradyBessette]

I will honestly disagree, especially since all the BTS was shot on fx3 , you can clearly see a difference

[@ian.jo_]

It's all about perspective. If you're jumping from your iPhone and want a cinema camera, this is the jump to make. By no means will it completely replace an Alexa, but the Pyxis is certainly at the point where if you can't get a beautiful image out of the camera, it's not the cameras fault....

[@BradyBessette]

@@ian.jo_ Kofi just out out a video on his channel comparing the two actually this morning

[@cammackey]

Why does it look like Fx3 footage to you? And what would you define over sharpened vs a camera that looks soft? Please explain

[@roscosart1888]

​@@BradyBessetteshoot a side by side scene with the same lighting fx3 prores raw vs pyxis braw, same lens and 99% of your audience wouldn't tell the difference.

[@lindybessette3095]

Newsflash! Your mom knows you drink beer!