Blackmagic Design Studio Camera 4K Plus G2

Essential Information About the Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus G2

• 4/3 Sensor 13 stops, dual native ISO up to 25600 for cinematic Ultra HD 60p imagery, even in low light.
• Integrated 7-inch Monitor 1920 x 1200 touchscreen (600 nits) with direct controls for smooth studio use.
• Professional Connectivity 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0, camera control via SDI/HDMI and Ethernet over USB, built-in tally and talkback network.
• Modern Workflow Blackmagic RAW recording on USB-C drives, NTP, Web Media Manager, FTP/SMB for remote media management.

A Blackmagic Reference Designed for 4K Live Production

Heir to Blackmagic Design's "Studio Camera" line, the 4K Plus G2 combines the ergonomics of a studio camera in a portable form factor. This generation adds advanced network features and expanded connectivity for immediate integration with ATEM switchers, while maintaining Blackmagic's color science and Micro 4/3 compatibility.

Intended Uses and Users

Designed for TV studios, live events, houses of worship, concert capture, and multi-camera streaming, the G2 excels when a responsive, lightweight, and remotely controllable 4K studio camera is needed. Its sensitivity, large monitor, and full remote control ensure image consistency and smooth live operation.

Image, Control, and Workflow: The G2's Strengths

Cinema 4/3 Sensor and HDR Latitude

With 13 stops and dual native sensitivity, the Studio Camera 4K Plus G2 delivers natural skin tones, controlled highlights, and organic texture. Ultra HD up to 60 fps and Blackmagic RAW recording preserve dynamic range and provide ample grading flexibility.

Full Control and Studio Connectivity

The Blackmagic protocol over SDI/HDMI enables remote iris, focus, and zoom with compatible lenses. New network features (Ethernet via USB, NTP, Web Media Manager, FTP/SMB) streamline REST control, synchronization, and media transfer to the control room.

Ergonomics Tailored for the Control Room

The bright 7-inch screen with peaking, dedicated wheels, and assignable F buttons speed up framing and focusing. Front/rear tally lights and SDI talkback integrate naturally into a multi-camera workflow controlled by an ATEM.

Direct USB-C Workflow

Two USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 ports accept SSDs for on-set Blackmagic RAW recording. Constant bitrates with variable quality offer an ideal balance between file size and post-production latitude.

Technical Specifications

Sensor and Image

• Effective sensor size: 17.78 mm x 10 mm (4/3)
• Dynamic range: 13 stops
• Dual native ISO: 0 dB and 18 dB gain
• Sensitivity at 0 dB gain: f11 at 2160p59.94; f12 at 2160p50; at 2000 lux with 89.9% reflectance
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 63 dB at 2160p
• Recording resolutions: 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD) up to 60 fps
• Frame rates: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, and 60 fps; off-speed frame rates up to 60 fps in Ultra HD

Mount and Optics

• Lens mount: Active Micro 4/3 mount
• Lens control: Iris, focus, and zoom with compatible lenses
• Focus: Autofocus available with compatible lenses

Screen and Ergonomics

• Screen size: 7 inches, 1920 x 1200
• Screen type: Capacitive LCD touchscreen
• Screen brightness: 600 nits
• Controls: Touch menus and settings, adjustment wheel, program button, assignable F1/F2/F3 buttons, brightness/contrast/focus peaking wheels
• Mounting options: 2 x 1/4" tripod mounts; 1 x 3/8" tripod mount
• Tally lights: 1 front and 1 rear

Video and Connectivity

• SDI video inputs: 1
• SDI video outputs: 1
• SDI data rates: 1.5G, 3G, 6G, 12G
• HDMI 2.0 video outputs: 1
• Reference input: Program SDI input on camera
• SDI standards compliance: SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M level A and B, SMPTE 2081-1, SMPTE 2081-10, SMPTE 2082-1, SMPTE 2082-10
• SD video standards: None
• HD video standards: 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60; 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
• Ultra HD video standards: 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60

Audio

• Analog audio input: 1 x stereo 3.5 mm input (also serves as timecode input)
• Analog audio output: 1 x 3.5 mm TRRS mini jack for headphones with microphone
• SDI audio output: 2 program audio channels on 1.5G/3G/6G/12G-SDI; 2 talkback channels on 15 and 16
• SDI audio sampling: 48 kHz, 24-bit (broadcast standards)
• HDMI audio sampling: 48 kHz, 24-bit (broadcast standards)
• Microphone: Built-in stereo microphone
• Built-in speaker: 1 x mono speaker

Recording and Media

• Media: 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 expansion ports for external media to record Blackmagic RAW
• Media formats: ExFAT (Windows/Mac) or HFS+ (Mac)
• Supported codecs: Blackmagic RAW Constant Bitrate 3:1, 5:1, 8:1, 12:1; Blackmagic RAW Constant Quality Q0, Q1, Q3, Q5
• Recording formats: Blackmagic RAW 3:1, 5:1, 8:1, 12:1, Q0, Q1, Q3, Q5 in Ultra HD 3840 x 2160 at selected frame rate
• Storage bitrates (30 fps, 3840 x 2160): BRAW 3:1 - 127 MB/s; 5:1 - 77 MB/s; 8:1 - 48 MB/s; 12:1 - 32 MB/s; Q0 - 96 to 190 MB/s; Q1 - 64 to 153 MB/s; Q3 - 43 to 109 MB/s; Q5 - 26 to 64 MB/s (indicative values depending on subject)

Control and Network

• Remote control: Camera control via SDI, HDMI, or Ethernet USB
• Computer interface: 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5 Gb/s) for external recording and Focus/Zoom Demand; software updates via USB-C
• External control: Blackmagic Zoom Demand and Focus Demand; Blackmagic Control Protocol via SDI/HDMI with compatible ATEM switchers, ATEM Software Control, or ATEM Camera Control Panel; controls include settings, focus/iris/zoom (compatible lenses), color correction, tally, start/stop recording on external USB media
• Camera Control REST API: via Ethernet USB for HTTP control (client applications such as Postman)
• Network management: