About the Blackmagic Design BMD-BMPCCASS/BATT Pocket Cinema Camera w/ EN-EL20 Mini Battery
The Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera, when bundled with an EN-EL20 mini battery, refers to a specific model variant of the highly regarded compact cinema camera designed for filmmakers seeking high-quality imagery in a portable form factor. The camera itself is renowned for featuring a Super 16-sized sensor capable of recording cinematic video in high-quality codecs like ProRes and RAW, offering exceptional dynamic range and color science in a remarkably small body. Its design emphasizes simplicity and direct access to critical functions, with a large touchscreen interface for settings and focus control, making it an ideal tool for indie filmmakers, documentarians, and content creators who require professional image quality without the bulk of larger cinema cameras. The inclusion of the EN-EL20 mini battery is a key practical aspect, as this common, rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides portable power, allowing for untethered operation in the field, though users often supplement with additional batteries or external power solutions for longer shoots.
The camera's connectivity and recording options are robust for its size, typically featuring a Micro Four Thirds lens mount for access to a wide range of affordable lenses, built-in SD card recording, and a mini-XLR input with phantom power for professional audio. It supports high frame rate recording for slow-motion effects and can output a clean video signal via HDMI for external monitoring or recording. Despite its compact dimensions, it doesn't compromise on image control, offering manual adjustment of ISO, shutter angle, and white balance, along with built-in tools like focus peaking and zebras. The camera's color science is consistent with higher-end Blackmagic cameras, allowing for seamless integration into post-production workflows within DaVinci Resolve, where footage can be extensively graded and finished.
This bundle addresses the fundamental need for immediate operability by including a standard power source. The EN-EL20 battery is a widely available accessory, making it easy for users to procure spares. The combination of the Pocket Cinema Camera's powerful imaging capabilities with this portable power solution creates a ready-to-shoot package that empowers filmmakers to capture cinematic footage in a wide variety of locations and situations, from run-and-gun documentary work to carefully lit narrative scenes, all from a device that fits in the palm of the hand.