The Blackmagic Design URSA Cine 12K LF is a flagship large format digital cinema camera designed for high-end feature film, commercial, and television production. It centers around a revolutionary 36 x 24 mm sensor with 12,288 x 6480 resolution, offering an expansive field of view, exceptional detail, and a massive 16 stops of dynamic range. This large format sensor provides a unique combination of extreme resolution and the shallow depth of field characteristic of full-frame cinematography, allowing for creative flexibility in framing and post-production reframing or stabilization. The camera records internally to CFexpress 2.0 media in Blackmagic RAW (BRaw) at up to 80 frames per second at 12K resolution, providing efficient, high-quality files with flexible debayering options in post.

A key innovation is the camera's ability to simultaneously record and output multiple resolution streams from the same sensor data. For instance, it can record a 12K master file while outputting a live 4K or 8K feed for monitoring or a separate recorder. The camera features an integrated ND filter wheel with clear, 0.6, 1.2, and 1.8 ND filters (2, 4, and 6 stops), a bright 10-inch fold-out HDR touchscreen monitor, and a robust magnesium alloy chassis with built-in mounting points for easy rigging. It includes professional connectivity such as dual XLR audio inputs with phantom power, 12G-SDI outputs, and a 10 Gigabit Ethernet port for high-speed file transfer and remote camera control via Ethernet.

Designed for demanding production environments, the URSA Cine 12K LF includes dual C-Fast 2.0 and dual CFexpress 2.0 media slots for extended recording and backup. It supports interchangeable lens mounts (including PL, LPL, EF, and F), allowing cinematographers to use a vast array of optics. By combining cutting-edge sensor technology with practical on-set features and the color science of DaVinci Resolve, this camera represents a comprehensive tool for creating the highest quality cinematic imagery.