Kicking off IBC 2024 in Amsterdam, Netherlands with a bang Blackmagic Design has rolled out a couple of significant announcements about their latest cinema cameras. The PYXIS in particular has been of interest to all types of film and video pros since its announcement at NAB this year, so it’s exciting to see that Blackmagic is doubling down on it already by announcing a versatile new 5” HDR touchscreen monitor to help add full camera control for the PYXIS. Let’s look at this new PYXIS monitor and explore what it can bring to the table for anyone interested in shooting with one of Blackmagic’s more exciting new cinema cameras.Introducing the Blackmagic PYXIS MonitorFeaturing a large 5″ LCD touchscreen this new Blackmagic PYXIS Monitor should be perfect to use as a viewfinder for easier focusing and framing. The PYXIS add-on monitor can also be used as an assist station so your crew will be able to frame and monitor shots from any position on set.The new monitor will feature a bright 1500 nit high brightness screen which will also include a removable sunshade that also folds up to protect the monitor when not in use or when traveling. The PYXIS monitor also includes three customizable (and easy-to-find) buttons for quick access to zebra, focus assist, and false color plus other commands.An Extension of the PYXIS CameraBlackmagic is really marketing this monitor not just as a regular external monitor option but as more of an extension of the PYXIS—which should help shooters...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 12 September, 2024