Blackmagic Design Cintel Scanner – Real-Time 4K HDR Film Scanner with DaVinci Resolve Studio
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Blackmagic Design Cintel – 4K HDR Film Scanner for Restoration and Production
The Blackmagic Design’s Cintel Scanner is the ultimate solution for digitizing, restoring, and mastering film with unrivaled quality and ease. With over 85 years of film scanning innovation, Cintel combines cutting-edge technology with a rich legacy of craftsmanship. Whether you're preserving historical archives, restoring classic films, or converting film for modern Ultra HD streaming, Cintel delivers real-time 4K HDR scanning, stunning color accuracy, and exceptional dynamic range. Featuring an advanced RGB LED light source, precision-engineered servos, and seamless integration with DaVinci Resolve Studio, Cintel ensures every frame of film is preserved in its highest quality. From 35 millimeters to 8 millimeters formats, Cintel brings analog film into the digital era with unmatched precision and creative freedom. Designed for professionals and institutions, Cintel is not just a scanner—it’s a complete solution for film restoration, archiving, and high-end production.
Real-Time 4K HDR Scanning:
Experience high-resolution film scanning in real-time with stunning 4K HDR quality, ensuring every frame retains exceptional clarity and dynamic range.
Advanced RGB LED Light Source:
The innovative RGB LED light source eliminates thermal stress and color fading, providing consistent, high-quality scans and an additional 3.5 stops of HDR for unparalleled image sharpness and color accuracy.
Multiple Film Format Support:
Compatible with thirty-five millimeter, sixteen millimeter, and eight millimeter film formats, Cintel offers flexibility for scanning various film types—perfect for professional filmmakers, archivists, and restoration specialists.
Built-in Image Mill Technology:
Integrated with Cintel’s Image Mill, which includes optical stabilization, dust busting, and advanced noise reduction, providing clean, restored files ready for digital mastering.
Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity:
Utilize Thunderbolt 3 for lightning-fast data transfer at up to 40 Gb/s, enabling seamless integration with your Mac, Windows, or Linux computer and reducing file transfer times.
DaVinci Resolve Studio Integration:
Includes DaVinci Resolve Studio software for color correction, restoration, and mastering. Benefit from powerful tools like dust busting, automatic dirt removal, and spot patch repair for flawless results.
Precision Digital Servos and Capstan Drives:
Engineered with new digital servos and capstan drives, Cintel ensures the delicate handling of your valuable film, maintaining perfect speed and smooth operation during scanning.
Compact, Wall-Mountable Design:
Designed for ease of use and space efficiency, the Cintel Scanner can be installed either on a desktop or wall-mounted, allowing for flexible integration into your studio or facility.
Film Gate Flexibility:
Optional film gates for thirty-five millimeter, sixteen millimeter, and eight millimeter formats ensure that the scanner is adaptable to a wide range of film types and projects.
Audio and KeyKode Reader Support:
Capture high-quality audio and KeyKode information directly from the film with optional Audio and KeyKode Readers, enhancing the scanner’s capabilities for comprehensive film transfers.
Low Maintenance, Easy Setup:
Designed with ease of use in mind, Cintel is easy to set up and operate with minimal maintenance. No need for dedicated engineers—just plug in and start scanning.
Film Preservation and Restoration Tools:
Equipped with tools for film preservation, including optical stabilization, grain reduction, and advanced restoration features, Cintel makes it easier than ever to breathe new life into classic and historical films.
Connectivity
| Interface | USB-C |
Enviromental
| Operating Humidity | 10 to 65% |
| Operating Temperature | 18 to 28°C (64.4º to 82.4º F). |
General
| Power Source | AC Power Adapter |
| Power Consumption | 200 W |
| Weight | 132 lbs. |
Scanner
| Maximum Resolution | 4096 x 3072 |
| Single Pass Duplex | No |
| Automatic Image Corrections | No |
- 2966 x 1781 - Super 16
- 2464 x 1798 - Standard 16
- 1390 x 994 - Super 8
- 1172 x 884 - Standard 8
- 3840 x 2160 ultra HD
- 1920 x 1080 HD
- Normal Scans: 12 stops
- HDR Scans: Up to 3.5 additional stops
Blackmagic Design Cintel – 4K HDR Film Scanner for Restoration and Production
Scanner Features
| Film Stocks | Print, negative, interpositive, internegative. Mono and color |
| Film Gauges | 16mm, super 16mm and 8mm, super 8mm |
| Native Resolution | 4096 x 3072 |
| Effective Resolutions | |
| HDMI Formats | |
| Dynamic Range | |
| Audio | Extraction from scanned image |
| Transport Type | Rubber capstan |
| Dirt and Scratch Reduction | Diffuse light source. Cleaning rollers |
| Mounting Options | Desk mount. Wall mount |
Transport Features
| Continuous Motion | |
| Run Speed | 1 - 30 fps |
| Shuttle | 1 - 150 fps (16mm) and 1 - 200 fps (8mm) |
| Acceleration | 10 - 60 fps per second |
| Film Shrinkage Tolerance | Up to 2 percent guaranteed; more may be possible if user care is taken |
| Capacity | 2000 feet |
Connections
| HDMI Video Output | HDMI 1.4 10-bit 4:2:2 for preview purposes only |
| Computer Interface | Thunderbolt 3 for capture of image and audio, software updates, and supports USB-C charging with 15W at 5V |
| Bi-phase/Timecode Output | XLR3 bi-phase: 4.5 Volt DC coupled |
| Timecode | 1.5 Volt DC coupled with support for 24, 25, and 30 fps |
| Analog Audio Inputs | 2 channels of professional balanced analog audio with sample rate converter via XLR connectors with 10dBV levels |
| AES/EBU Audio Input | 1 channel with sample rate converter on XLR connector |
| Options Interface | XLR6 |
Operating Systems
| Mac 13.0 Ventura, Mac 14.0 Sequoia or later, Windows Icon, Windows 10, 64-bit, Windows 11, and Linux icon |
Power Requirements
| Voltage Range | 100 - 240V AC |
| Power | 200W |
Physical Specifications
| Opened Total Length | 79.13-inch |
| Weight | 132 lb |
Ideal Film Conditions
| Operating Temperature | 64.4 to 82.4 degrees Fahrenheit (18 to 28 degrees Celsius) |
| Relative Humidity | Maximum 65 percent non-condensing |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I return an item?
How do I return an item?
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Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
How many days do I have to make a return?
How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage.
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
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Can I exchange an item?
Can I exchange an item?
We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.
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Do you offer repairs?
We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.
What is your return policy?
What is your return policy?
Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy.










