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Camcorder Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast

The Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is a portable camcorder designed to meet the needs of video professionals. With its ability to capture videos in 4K Ultra HD and a maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, it ensures exceptional image quality for your audiovisual projects.

Equipped with a 2/3 inch optical sensor, the URSA Broadcast offers sharp and detailed shots. Although it does not have a built-in image stabilizer, it allows for the use of interchangeable lenses, providing flexibility suited to various shooting styles.

Its 4 inch touchscreen makes navigation and control of settings easy, while the camcorder is compatible with CFast and SD memory cards, ensuring adequate storage for your recordings. Additionally, the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is designed to withstand various environmental conditions, with an operating temperature of 0 to 40 °C and a relative humidity of 0 to 90 %.

Finally, with its built-in speakers and microphone, this camcorder offers an immersive audio experience, essential for clear and precise recordings. In summary, the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is a robust and high-performing choice for video professionals seeking reliable and high-quality equipment.

Manual of product URSA Broadcast

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Editorial note

The Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is a camcorder that stands out for its exceptional image quality, thanks to its 2/3-inch sensor and a maximum video resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. This performance ensures an immersive visual experience, ideal for video professionals. The hybrid nickel-metal (NiMH) battery life is another major asset, allowing for extended shooting sessions without interruption. Its modern and sleek black design fits perfectly into various shooting environments, adding a professional touch to your equipment. Additionally, the flexibility of use offered by an interchangeable lens allows for easy adaptation of the camcorder to different photographic needs, although its weight of 2599 g may make handling difficult over long periods. However, the product has some drawbacks. The lack of image stabilization can lead to blurry videos during motion shots, and the absence of an integrated flash limits shooting capabilities in low-light conditions. Furthermore, the camcorder does not have HDMI connectivity and other USB ports, thus restricting connection options with external devices. In summary, the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is a high-performing and stylish camcorder, offering remarkable image quality and good battery life. However, it is important to consider its limitations in terms of stabilization and connectivity before making a purchase decision.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive, thanks to a built-in 4-inch touchscreen that facilitates navigation and real-time adjustments.

Performance

The image quality is exceptional due to the maximum video resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels and the 2/3-inch sensor, providing an immersive visual experience.

Battery life

The battery life of the nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) is excellent, ideal for extended shooting sessions.

Design

The modern and sleek black design fits well into various shooting environments.

Usability

The flexibility of use with an interchangeable lens is an advantage, but the weight of 2599 g can make handling difficult over long periods.

Features

The lack of image stabilization and built-in flash limits certain shooting capabilities, especially in low-light conditions.

connectivity

The absence of HDMI connectivity and other USB ports restricts connection options with external devices.


Advantages

Exceptional 4K image quality

Interchangeable lenses for flexibility

Modern and sleek design

Long-lasting battery for shooting

Convenient 4-inch touchscreen

Disadvantages

No built-in image stabilizer.

No flash and built-in light.

Heavy weight, difficult to handle.

Limited connectivity, few ports available.

4-inch screen too small.

Technical Specifications URSA Broadcast

General Information

Image sensor

  • Sensor type
    -
  • Total megapixels
    - MP
  • Optical sensor size
    2/3

Objective system

  • Digital zoom
    - x
  • Digital zoom
    - x
  • Image stabilizer
    No
  • Interchangeable objective
    Yes

Storage support

  • Internal storage capacity
    - Go
  • Type of camcorder support
    Memory card
  • Compatible memory cards
    CFast, SD
  • Video cassette type
    No
  • Video cassette type
    No

Flash

  • Integrated light
    No
  • Integrated light
    No

Screen

  • Screen size
    4 "
  • Touch screen
    Yes
  • Screen
    LCD
  • Folding screen
    No
  • Touch screen
    Yes

Sightfinder

  • Camera viewfinder
    Unavailable

Camera

  • Type of camcorder
    Shoulder camcorder
  • 3D Compatibility
    No

Design

  • Product color
    Black

Video

  • Type HD
    4K Ultra HD
  • Maximum video resolution
    3840 x 2160 pixels
  • Video resolutions
    1920 x 1080, 3840 x 2160 pixels
  • Maximum cadence
    60 fps

Image capture

  • Maximum image resolution
    - pixels

Connectivity

  • Video output-S
    No
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) type A ports
    0
  • Video output-S
    No
  • Video output-S
    No
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) type A ports
    0
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) type A ports
    0
  • Quantity of USB Type C 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) ports
    1
  • Quantity of USB Type C 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) ports
    1

Battery

  • Battery technology
    -
  • Maximum battery life
    - h
  • Battery capacity
    - mAh

Weight and dimensions

  • Width
    149.8 mm
  • Depth
    255.7 mm
  • Height
    146.8 mm
  • Weight
    2599 g

Audio

  • Built-in microphone
    Yes
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Environmental conditions

  • Operating temperature
    0 - 40 °C
  • Temperature out of operation
    -20 - 45 °C
  • Operating relative humidity (H-H)
    0 - 90 %

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a megapixel?
The number of megapixels represents the amount of pixels present in the sensor. One megapixel equals one million pixels. The higher the number of pixels, the better the potential image quality.
What does the abbreviation "MP" mean?
The abbreviation MP stands for megapixels.
What is the weight of the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast?
The weight of the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is 2599 grams.
What is the size of the screen on the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast?
The screen on the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast measures 4 inches.
What is the height of the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast?
The height of the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is 146.8 mm.
What is the width of the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast?
The width of the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is 149.8 mm.
What is the depth of the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast?
The depth of the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is 255.7 mm.
What is the storage capacity of the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast?
The storage capacity of the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is - GB.
Is the manual for the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is not available in French. It is only available in English.

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Presentation of product URSA Broadcast specifications from brand Blackmagic Design

General Information

The Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is a camcorder from the brand Blackmagic Design, known for its innovation and quality in the audiovisual field. This model, URSA Broadcast | CINEURSAMWC4K, is designed to deliver high-level performance and an enhanced user experience. The associated EAN code, 9338716005059, allows for unique identification in the distribution circuit.

Image Sensor

The camcorder is equipped with a 2/3 inch sensor, ensuring exceptional image quality for your recordings. This sensor is designed to capture sharp and detailed images, well-suited for various shooting conditions.

Lens System

The Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast features an interchangeable lens, providing great flexibility to adapt to various photographic needs. However, it is worth noting that it does not come with an image stabilizer, which may result in blurry videos during moving shots.

Storage Support

This camcorder uses memory cards as storage support, compatible with CFast and SD formats, thus ensuring optimal performance when recording multimedia content. Although the internal storage capacity is not specified, these memory card options allow for adequate data management.

Flash

The Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast does not have a built-in flash or light, which limits its use in low-light environments, making it necessary to use external lighting sources.

Screen

This camcorder is equipped with a 4 inch touchscreen, offering an immersive visual experience and facilitating real-time adjustments. Although the screen is integrated, it is not foldable, which may limit its practicality in certain situations.

Viewfinder

The viewfinder is not included in this model, which may restrict the accuracy of shot composition.

Design

The Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast features a sleek black finish, giving it a modern look, suitable for various shooting environments.

Video

This camcorder supports a maximum video resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels (4K Ultra HD), ensuring an immersive visual quality. It also offers a maximum frame rate of 60 fps, guaranteeing smooth recordings.

Audio

The Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast is equipped with built-in speakers, providing a convenient audio experience. An integrated microphone also allows for capturing clear and precise sound, ideal for recordings.

Environmental Conditions

The camcorder operates within a temperature range of 0 to 40 °C, and can withstand extreme conditions ranging from -20 to 45 °C when not in operation. It is designed to operate effectively in environments with a relative humidity of 0 to 90 %.

Weight and Dimensions

With a weight of 2599 g, the Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast may be a bit heavy for prolonged handling, but its dimensions (149.8 mm wide, 255.7 mm deep, and 146.8 mm high) allow for optimal integration into your workspace.

Connectivity

This model does not offer HDMI connectivity or USB ports, which may limit connection options with external devices. Connectivity options are therefore limited, with no possibility of direct printing via PictBridge.

Battery

The Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast uses a nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery, providing good performance. However, the maximum battery life and capacity are not specified, which could be a disadvantage for users planning extended shooting sessions.