The Blackmagic Design URSA Cine is a revolutionary digital film camera that introduces new advanced digital film technology combined with total integration into the post-production workflow. That means it's the first digital film camera with fast high-capability storage built in, plus high-speed networking for on-set media sync. Blackmagic URSA Cine also introduces a new large format RGBW 36 x 24mm image sensor with larger photo sites for incredible dynamic range. There's even Wi-Fi with SRT streaming for remote client viewing. Plus, the industry-standard Lemo and Fischer connections make it perfect for high-end cinema production.
Cinematic Large Format Sensor
URSA Cine features a revolutionary new sensor designed for incredible quality images at all resolutions, from 4K to a massive 12K. The larger sensor builds on the technology of URSA Mini Pro 12K, with larger photo-sites leading to an astounding 16 stops of dynamic range. The unique RGBW architecture provides equal amounts of red, green, and blue pixels. This means it is optimized to deliver incredibly rich colors at all resolutions and provide the ultimate image quality and flexibility. Now you can capture more detail with a wider dynamic range than ever before. Plus, sensor scaling means you can record at all resolutions without cropping.
Optimized for High-End Productions
URSA Cine is designed to meet the demands of any high-end production. The evenly weighted camera body is built with a robust magnesium alloy chassis and lightweight carbon fiber polycarbonate composite skin to help you move quickly on set. Soft touch backlit buttons make controls easy to see in all conditions. There’s a 5-inch fold-out touchscreen for reviewing shots and accessing camera settings, plus a dedicated assist station on the other side of the camera, with a 5-inch LCD and full camera controls. Standard Lemo and Fischer connectors let you control the camera remotely while providing power for lens motors and other accessories. You also get 12G‑SDI out, 10G Ethernet, USB-C, XLR audio and more.
Large Format Flexibility
The large format sensor in URSA Cine provides the ultimate in flexibility for aspect ratios, lenses, and delivery formats. The full sensor area gives you a stunning 3:2 open gate image, which lets you reframe your shots in post-production. Or you can use the large sensor area to shoot anamorphic and deliver in a range of aspect ratios with 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.66, 1.8 and 2x de-squeeze factors. Plus, you can shoot in 4K, 8K or 12K using the entire sensor without cropping, retaining the full field of view of your lenses. There are even 9K Super 35 4-perf, 3-perf and 2-perf modes for full compatibility with classic cinema lenses. All this lets you create distinctive content in the highest quality.
Interchangeable Lens Mounts
Different projects require different lenses, which is why URSA Cine features an interchangeable lens mount. You can quickly switch between PL, LPL, EF, and Hasselblad mounts. That means you can work with PL or LPL cinema lenses, EF or large format Hasselblad photographic lenses, making URSA Cine compatible with the widest possible range of professional lenses. Imagine using modern high-speed lenses for sharp, precise images on one shoot and then shooting a period drama with vintage photographic lenses next. Plus, each mount has contact pins to read lens metadata for monitoring and for use in post-production. With URSA Cine, you have the freedom to choose the lens you need for any kind of work.
High-Resolution Monitoring and Camera Control
URSA Cine lets crews work faster on set with multiple monitoring options. The fold-out monitor has a large 5-inch HDR touchscreen on one side and an external color status LCD on the other. You can even rotate the screen and fold it back into the camera. On the right side of the camera, there’s a dedicated assist station with a second 5-inch HDR touchscreen, which allows the crew to work around the camera without needing external monitors. Plus, with a 1500-nit display and removable sunshade, it’s always visible, even in bright sunlight. On-screen overlays show status and record parameters, histograms, frame guides, and more. There’s even a dedicated focus puller’s mode to help you get perfect focus.