Blackmagic Design URSA Broadcast G2

Introducing the Blackmagic URSA Broadcast G2, the ultimate in versatility for broadcasters both traditional and online! This powerhouse of a camera offers three cameras in one sleek design: it functions as a 4K production camera, a 4K studio camera, or a 6K digital film camera. What's more, it seamlessly integrates with your existing lenses and batteries, making it a perfect solution for broadcasters.

Record your footage onto common SD cards, UHS-II cards, CFast 2.0 cards, or external USB disks, using popular file formats like H.265, ProRes, and Blackmagic RAW. This ensures compatibility with all video software and broadcast media management systems, providing unmatched flexibility.

Let's delve into its capabilities:

Broadcast Production Camera:

Ideal for broadcasters, the URSA Broadcast G2 features ENG camera controls intuitively positioned around the camera for easy access. With its low light sensor, you can capture stunning images even in challenging lighting conditions, making it perfect for broadcast news and programming.

Live Studio Camera:

Equipped with an advanced YRGB color corrector and full remote camera control, the URSA Broadcast allows for seamless integration into studio environments. Whether using B4 ENG lenses, large studio box lenses, or changing the lens mount, it offers unparalleled flexibility. Additionally, optional Blackmagic focus and zoom demands enable precise lens control from tripod handles.

Digital Cinema Camera:

Featuring an advanced 6K digital film sensor and interchangeable lens mounts, the URSA Broadcast G2 delivers cinematic quality. Whether using a PL mount for digital film lenses or EF for photo lenses, its high dynamic range and Blackmagic RAW support ensure "Hollywood" quality footage.

Digital Film Quality for Broadcast:

With its large 6K sensor and Blackmagic generation 5 color science, the URSA Broadcast G2 brings digital cinema quality to broadcast. The sensor's resolution of 6144 x 3456 makes it flexible for both broadcast and digital film work, while its 13 stops of dynamic range ensure exceptional color correction capabilities.

Exceptional Low Light Performance:

The URSA Broadcast G2 boasts incredible low light performance, allowing shooting in ambient light or even under moonlight. Its adjustable gain settings ensure optimal image quality while minimizing grain and noise, making it versatile for various lighting conditions.

Compatible with B4 Broadcast Lenses:

Featuring a B4 broadcast lens mount with optics tailored to the camera's sensor, the URSA Broadcast G2 supports modern Ultra HD lenses or lower-cost HD lenses. The par-focal nature of B4 lenses ensures consistent focus while zooming, enhancing efficiency during shooting.

Built-In Optical ND Filters:

High-quality neutral density filters provide quick control over light entering the camera, offering additional latitude and improved colorimetry. Designed to evenly filter both optical and IR wavelengths, these filters enhance image quality in diverse shooting situations.

Use Common Media and File Formats:

Designed to work seamlessly with standard broadcast file formats, the URSA Broadcast G2 records in ProRes, H.265, and Blackmagic RAW, ensuring compatibility with various workflows.

Dual Media Slots for Non-Stop Recording:

Equipped with dual CFast 2.0 recorders and dual SD/UHS-II card recorders, the URSA Broadcast G2 enables continuous recording. Automatic switching between full cards ensures uninterrupted workflow, while support for high-quality ProRes and H.265 formats ensures reliable recording even at high frame rates.

USB-C for Recording Direct to External Media Disks:

Featuring a high-speed USB-C expansion port, the URSA Broadcast G2 allows direct recording to external disks. This convenient feature simplifies file transfer and eliminates the need for time-consuming copying, enhancing workflow efficiency.

Strong and Lightweight Magnesium Design:

Crafted from super-strong yet lightweight magnesium alloy, the URSA Broadcast G2 offers a balanced and comfortable shooting experience. External switches and controls provide easy access to essential settings, while the foldout touchscreen allows for convenient monitoring and menu navigation.

Built-in LCD with Touch Controls:

The built-in LCD monitor offers both monitoring and control capabilities, with on-screen status displays and touch screen controls for added convenience. Programmable function buttons and additional knobs ensure customizable operation tailored to your workflow.

External Status Display:

Featuring a high-visibility LCD screen, the external status display provides essential shooting information, even in bright light conditions. From record timecode to audio levels, this display enhances operational efficiency on set.

Program Video Monitoring:

The URSA Broadcast G2's program return feature allows camera operators to monitor the switcher's program feed, ensuring they remain engaged and informed during live productions.

Load Custom 3D LUTs to Recreate Film Looks:

Supporting industry-standard 3D LUT files, the URSA Broadcast G2 enables the application of custom looks for monitoring or post-production. Whether shooting digital film or broadcast content, this feature enhances creative control over image aesthetics.

Standard Television Industry Connections:

With cutting-edge connections including 12G-SDI, XLR audio inputs, USB-C, and timecode/reference input, the URSA Broadcast G2 ensures seamless integration into broadcast environments. Its versatility extends to lens control via the front-mounted 12-pin Hirose connector and compatibility with viewfinders and monitors via HD-SDI outputs.

Supports All Broadcast Frame Rates:

Capable of shooting smooth slow-motion video at higher broadcast frame rates, the URSA Broadcast G2 offers flexibility for various shooting scenarios. Whether capturing sporting events or breaking news stories, it ensures crystal-clear footage at the desired frame rate.

Professional Audio Connections and Built-In Microphones:

Featuring high-quality built-in microphones and professional audio recording capabilities, the URSA Broadcast G2 eliminates the need for external sound equipment. With XLR connections supporting 48V phantom power, it accommodates a wide range of microphones for superior audio quality.

Get Studio Camera Control via SD:

Compatible with all Blackmagic Design ATEM switchers, the URSA Broadcast G2 allows for seamless camera control via SDI video connections. This feature simplifies color correction, tally, and lens control, ensuring consistent image quality across multiple cameras.

Work in Both HD or Ultra HD:

The URSA Broadcast G2 effortlessly transitions between HD and Ultra HD resolutions, scaling the image sensor to meet specific production requirements. Its high-resolution sensor ensures superior image quality, whether shooting in HD or Ultra HD standards.

Change to PL, EF, and F Lens Mounts:

Featuring an interchangeable lens mount, the URSA Broadcast G2 accommodates various lens types, including B4, PL, EF, and F mounts. This versatility allows for seamless integration with different lens systems, enhancing creative possibilities for filmmakers.

Latest Generation 5 Color Science:

With advanced generation 5 color science, the URSA Broadcast G2 delivers stunning image quality with accurate skin tones and faithful color reproduction. Its dynamic 12-bit gamma curve captures rich color data for enhanced post-production flexibility.

Incredible Blackmagic RAW Quality:

Utilizing Blackmagic RAW format, the URSA Broadcast G2 preserves the quality of sensor data for unparalleled image fidelity throughout post-production. This revolutionary format offers the highest quality with minimal file sizes, ensuring fast and efficient editing workflows.

Powered by Blackmagic OS:

Featuring an intuitive operating system based on the latest technology, the URSA Broadcast G2 offers smooth and responsive camera control. With familiar controls and menus, it ensures seamless integration with other Blackmagic Design cameras, facilitating ease of use on set. The interface utilizes tap and swipe gestures for adjusting settings, adding metadata, and monitoring recording status, providing a user-friendly experience.

Built-in Timecode Generator:

Equipped with a built-in timecode generator, the URSA Broadcast G2 enables precise synchronization of multiple cameras. By plugging in an external timecode generator, all cameras can synchronize their recordings, simplifying multi-camera editing workflows.

Focus and Zoom Demands:

For precise lens control, the URSA Broadcast G2 offers optional zoom and focus demands compatible with photography lenses. These demands feature USB-C connections for seamless integration with the camera's electronic lens control system, enabling fine adjustments without interrupting shooting.

Add Viewfinders, SMPTE Fiber, and Lens Mounts:

A range of accessories, including viewfinders, SMPTE fiber converters, and lens mounts, are available to enhance the URSA Broadcast G2's capabilities further. Whether for live production or long-duration recording, these accessories provide versatility and convenience on set.

Record to SSDs and U.2 Media:

With the optional Blackmagic URSA Mini Recorder, users can record footage onto large SSDs or U.2 NVMe Enterprise SSDs. Offering blazing-fast data transfer speeds, these SSDs ensure longer recording times and optimal performance for high-resolution content creation.

Localized in 13 Popular Languages:

To cater to users worldwide, the URSA Broadcast G2 supports 13 popular languages, allowing for seamless operation in diverse regions. Users can easily switch between languages via the menu settings, ensuring accessibility and ease of use for international users.

Wireless Bluetooth Camera Remote Control:

For remote camera control, the URSA Broadcast G2 features wireless Bluetooth connectivity, enabling control from up to 30 feet away. Users can utilize the Blackmagic Camera Control app or third-party apps on iOS and Android devices for remote operation, offering flexibility in challenging shooting scenarios.

Compatible with Industry Standard Batteries:

Supporting a wide range of battery plates from renowned manufacturers, the URSA Broadcast G2 ensures compatibility with industry-standard power solutions. Whether using V-Lock or Gold Mount batteries, users can power the camera reliably for extended shooting sessions.

In conclusion, the Blackmagic URSA Broadcast G2 sets a new standard for flexibility and performance in broadcast cameras. With its versatile design, advanced features, and seamless integration with industry-standard workflows, it empowers broadcasters to capture stunning footage with ease and precision.

Included in the package:

• Blackmagic URSA Broadcast G2 camera
• Installed 4K B4 lens mount
• B4 turret dust cap
• EF mount with dust cap
• V-Lock battery plate
• URSA 12V 100W power supply
• URSA Mini shoulder pad
• URSA Mini top handle and rubber stopper
• Viewfinder mounting plate
• Two 1/4-inch baseplate screws
• Two long 1/4-inch top handle screws
• Two short 1/4-inch top handle screws
• Eight EF mount screws
• Four spare screws for the V-Lock plate
• Welcome wallet containing a QR code for camera software download
• DaVinci Resolve Studio wallet
• DaVinci Resolve Studio activation key

Specifications

Effective Sensor Size: The sensor size is 2/3 inches when using the 4K B4 mount (Actual sensor size: 23.10mm x 12.99mm).

Lens Mount: B4 2/3 inch mount installed; Active EF mount also included.

Lens Control: Electronic control via 12-pin broadcast connector. Control via EF mount pins when using URSA Mini Pro EF Mount with compatible EF lenses.

Lens Correction: In-camera correction of color fringing with compatible broadcast lenses.

Dynamic Range: 13 Stops.

Dual Native ISO: 0dB and 18dB gain.

Sensitivity at 0dB Gain: f11 with 2160p59.94; f12 with 2160p50 at 2,000 lux with 89.9% reflectance. Additional 1.1 stop light loss using 4K B4 mount.

Signal to Noise Ratio: 64.62dB for 2160p Ultra HD scaled from 5.3K.

Built-in ND Filters: Four-position ND filter wheel with clear, 2-stop, 4-stop, and 6-stop ND filters.

Focus: Focus button activates peaking; autofocus available with compatible lenses. Touch and hold on LCD for focus region and trigger autofocus.

Iris Control: Iris wheel and touchscreen slider for manual iris adjustment on electronically controllable lenses. Iris button for instant auto iris settings on compatible lenses. Scene average auto exposure in video and extended video mode.

Screen Dimensions: 4-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen.

Controls: Touchscreen menus on 4-inch screen; push buttons for other controls. Three assignable shortcut keys and two assignable shortcut keys (VTR and RET) on compatible broadcast lenses.

ProRes Shooting Resolutions and Frame Rates:

3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD) up to 60 fps from Ultra HD window or scaled from 5.3K windowed sensor.

3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD) up to 50 fps scaled from full sensor.

1920 x 1080 (HD) up to 120 fps scaled from 2.7K windowed sensor.

1920 x 1080 (HD) up to 60 fps scaled from Ultra HD or 5.3K windowed sensor.

1920 x 1080 (HD) up to 50 fps scaled from full sensor.

H.265 Shooting Resolutions and Frame Rates: Same as ProRes shooting resolutions and frame rates.

H.264 Shooting Resolutions and Frame Rates:

1920 x 1080 (HD) up to 60 fps scaled from Ultra HD or 5.3K windowed sensor.

1920 x 1080 (HD) up to 50 fps scaled from full sensor.

Blackmagic RAW Shooting Resolutions and Frame Rates: Various resolutions up to 6K at different frame rates.

Project Frame Rates: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, and 60 fps. Off-speed frame rates up to 60p in Ultra HD and up to 150p in HD.

Metadata Support: Automatically populated lens data from electronic B4 lenses. Automatic recording of camera settings and slate data such as project, scene number, take, and special notes.

Timecode Clock: Highly accurate timecode clock with less than 1 frame drift every 8 hours.

Connections: Various SDI video inputs/outputs, analog audio inputs/outputs, reference inputs, lens control, remote control, and computer interface.

Audio: Integrated stereo microphone; built-in speaker.

Standards: Supports various SD, HD, and Ultra HD video standards.

Media: Supports CFast 2.0 and SD UHS-II cards, as well as external media via USB-C.

Supported Codecs: Includes Apple ProRes, H.265, H.264, and Blackmagic RAW at different compression ratios.

Software: Includes Blackmagic OS, DaVinci Resolve Studio, Blackmagic Camera Setup, and various Blackmagic RAW software tools.

Power Requirements: External 12V DC 100W power supply; compatible with industry standard V-mount or gold mount battery plates.

Accessories: Optional accessories include viewfinders, fiber converters, lens mounts, recorders, and battery plates.

Environmental Specifications: Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F); Storage temperature: -20°C to 45°C (-4°F to 113°F); Relative humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing.