Blackmagic 6K Pocket Camera Guide

1. Record Settings Page

Configure video codecs, recording resolutions, and frame rates.

Codec: Select between Blackmagic RAW (for maximum dynamic range) and ProRes (for fast post-production workflows).
Resolution: Choose recording resolution: 6K (5760 x 3240), 6K 2.4:1, 3.7K Anamorphic, 4K DCI, or 1080p Full HD.
Frame Rate: Set project frame rate (23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 fps) and off-speed high-frame-rate options (up to 120 fps in 2.8K mode).
Storage Media: Select active recording destination: CFast Card, SD Card (UHS-II), or external USB-C Drive.

Manage audio channels, inputs, and gain levels.

Channel 1 & 2 Input: Set inputs to Camera Unbal (Built-in Mic), 3.5mm Stereo, or Mini XLR (Mic/Line with optional 48V Phantom Power).
Audio Levels: Adjust input gain sliders for Ch 1 and Ch 2 while monitoring peak meters displayed on screen.
Headphones: Adjust output volume for monitoring through the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Control overlays, frame guides, and LUTs for LCD and HDMI outputs independently.

Clean Feed: Toggle status text, histogram, zebra, and focus assist on/off for the built-in LCD screen or HDMI output.
Frame Guides: Enable composition lines including 16:9, 14:9, 4:3, 2.40:1, 2.39:1, 1.85:1, and custom aspect ratios.
3D LUT Display: Apply selected 3D LUTs to the LCD monitor or HDMI output to preview color grades on set.

System-wide settings including date/time, language, and hardware button configuration.

Language: Select system language (11 supported languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, and Japanese).
Function Buttons: Assign custom actions (e.g., False Color, Zebra, LUT Toggle, Focus Peaking) to top physical buttons F1, F2, and F3.
Timecode: Configure internal timecode generator or external LTC timecode syncing via 3.5mm audio jack.

Save and recall full camera configurations.

Save Preset: Save current camera settings to internal memory or export to a memory card for transfer to other BMPCC 6K bodies.
Load Preset: Select and apply saved presets for quick switching between different shooting environments (e.g., Indoor Studio vs. Outdoor Daylight).