2021 Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus - Unboxing & Setting Up

Just released by Blackmagic Design, the Studio Camera 4K is here and in this film we’re going to unbox and set it up at the xTribe Studios in LA.

First to come out of the box is the machined metal tripod mount with quick mounting plate.

The mounting plate with 15mm rod clamps is a welcome addition. It features forward and rear adjustment so that you can properly balance it on the tripod.

And here it is. The carbon fiber reinforced shell and absence of battery makes this camera very lightweight.

The back features a generous 7” touchscreen display, and a foldable sunshade.

Just like all of Blackmagic’s cameras, it features the popular MFT lens mount.

The power adapter features a DC locking power connector, international power adapters, and a rather short cable.

We’ll go ahead and mount the camera on a tripod, the Magnus VT-4000.

Thanks to the camera’s light weight, it is well within this tripod’s 4 kg load rating.

Most importantly it is a fluid head tripod system, which is one of the most important factors for smooth filmmaking.

And here’s the sensor, with an ISO of up to 25,600.

We’re going to use a Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-100mm F-4.0-5.6. This is a lightweight and affordable zoom lens. It has optical image stabilization, silent auto-focus.

Unlike the Blackmagic Pocket cameras, the Studio camera does not have a CF or SD card slot. Instead it features 2 USB-C ports to which you can connect SSD drives, and to which you can record in Blackmagic RAW format.

The HDMI port on this camera is not just for the video feed but when paired with an ATEM Mini it also controls the tally (which can light up green, amber or red), triggers the autofocus, and toggles the record button.

Before we fire this baby up, we’re going to put in 2 15mm rods and attach a basic matte box because we have quite a few studio lights here at xTribe that could cause glare.

Alright, we can now pop open that foldable sunshade, which also doubles as a screen protector when transporting the camera.

We didn’t yet connect this to an ATEM Mini. The camera can function standalone as well, and record to its local USB-C drive.

The menu is very similar to the Blackmagic Pocket 4K.

Here you can choose the format in which you wish to record to the local USB-C drive.

The camera has built-in wind resistant microphones as well as a 3.5mm audio input and output.

The function buttons on the left can be customized to control things such as LUTS and autofocus.
The dials on the right are strictly for controlling the brightness, contrast and focus peaking on the 7” display. They don’t affect the HDMI feed or recording.

And red goes the tally light, which is triggered either when you press record on the camera or when you cut to the camera through the ATEM Mini.

In our next video we’re going to connect this to ATEM Mini Pro, at the xTribe podcast studio in LA.

[EventStreamTeam]

I just stopped by to say thanks again!!!

[freddymiguelponce]

LOVE the video! You pay attention to the deatils with a very good explination. And see the way you answered the I just subscribe!

Looking forward for your next video when you connect the camera to the ATEM

Sorry for my English; i'm still learning

Have a Productive and Healthy Day!

[VanceCrowePodcast]

This was a great video I hope you continue to make more.

[EventStreamTeam]

What is the make and model of the Matt box? Great video!!!

[papajoe]

Nice setup what kind of matte box did you use on that lens didn't have a ride attachment to it the amount on the ride as well from what millimeter was that length at the Mac Box fit on what brand is the Mac Box

[ryandundas]

Hey I am trying to figure out if the 3.5mm microphone jack can send out power to microphones? Or can I only use microphones with their own power source? Thanks

[abecoulter]

you need to trim back the bass in your intro and outro tracks, they are a bit bass heavy

[larryFWD]

I don't suppose this is good for filming outside right?

[EventStreamTeam]

Hey, which SSD drive holder are you using on the rods?

[JSSDOTPRODUCTIONS]

How many hour we can record continuously and there is any chance to connect battery??

[fkmobile]

Other than the Lumix G Vario 45-100mm F-4.0-5.6 lens, which other lens would you recommend for good bokeh (with autofocus and zoom)?

[thepatriotchannel]

Where did you get the foldable sunshade? Link?

[chilenitotv]

Una pregunta a los que usan estas cámaras, el foco es automático? hago partidos de basket es muy importante eso.

[Vic_]

Adquiri esa cámara hace unos meses, pero hoy que la utilice y vi que la opción de diafragma estaba desactivada. ¿Alguna solución?

[nexsis]

Can it do high frame rate videos recording in 60FPS and be slowed down in post production ?

[rubenayala]

Buenos días amigo saludos desde Ecuador me puedes ayudar con el precio de la cámara gracias...

[juliansteevenmambuscaymart]

Me gustaría comprar los accesorios me pueden recomendar algún lado

[larserikfjsne]

Anyone know how to not record in 4k? If i want to record to 1080 fex?

[OscarAlatorreBeltran]

buenas tardes podrias pasarme "el modelo del accesorio" frente al lente para evitar reflejos de la luz de estudio ?

[fabiancardenasargomedo]

Por favor la explicación que lo digan en idioma Español_latino