Blackmagic Design
Blackmagic Design 003215 URSA Viewfinder OLED
★★★★★
8 inchUSB 2.0XLR
Precision Viewing for URSA CamerasEnhance your handheld shooting with the Blackmagic Design URSA Viewfinder. This high-resolution color OLED viewfinder delivers exceptional focus accuracy and replicates the experience of a traditional film camera's optical viewfinder. Designed for URSA and URSA M...
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Overview
Precision Viewing for URSA Cameras
Enhance your handheld shooting with the Blackmagic Design URSA Viewfinder. This high-resolution color OLED viewfinder delivers exceptional focus accuracy and replicates the experience of a traditional film camera's optical viewfinder. Designed for URSA and URSA Mini cameras.
Specifications:
- Compatibility: URSA, URSA Mini
- Display Resolution: 1920 x 1080
- Frame Rate: Up to 60fps
- Display Type: OLED
- Color Precision: 24 bit RGB, 16.7 million colors
- Diopter Range: -4 to +3
- SDI Video Inputs: 1 x 3G-SDI BNC
- Power Input: 1 x 4 pin XLR 12V
Key Features
PURPOSE: The Blackmagic URSA Viewfinder is the perfect accessory to make outdoors and handheld shooting with your URSA or URSA Mini digital film camera easy
HIGH QUALITY: You get an extremely high quality viewfinder with 1080HD resolution display, true precision glass optics, built in tally light and built in menus, overlays and even a digital focus chart
CONNECTIONS: Computer Interface - USB 2.0 Mini-B port for software updates; SDI Video Inputs - 1 x 3G-SDI BNC; Power Input - 1 x 4 pin XLR 12V
WHAT'S INCLUDED: Blackmagic URSA Viewfinder; 3/8 inch viewfinder mounting thumb screw for URSA
METADATA SUPPORT: Detects camera information embedded in the SDI signal from URSA, URSA Mini and Blackmagic 3G-SDI Shield for Arduino
Specifications
Display Resolution
1080HD
SDI Video Inputs
1 x 3G-SDI BNC
Power Input
1 x 4 pin XLR 12V
Computer Interface
USB 2.0 Mini-B port
Mounting Screw
3/8 inch viewfinder mounting thumb screw
Compatibility
Blackmagic URSA, URSA Mini, Blackmagic 3G-SDI Shield for Arduino
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers a 1080HD resolution display for precise image viewing when shooting with URSA cameras
- Features true precision glass optics, contributing to clear and accurate visual feedback for camera operators
- Includes a built-in tally light, providing a clear indication of when the camera is recording
- Integrated menus, overlays, and a digital focus chart enhance the utility and ease of operation
- Designed for Blackmagic URSA and URSA Mini cameras, ensuring seamless compatibility and purpose-built functionality
👎 Cons
- Primarily designed for URSA and URSA Mini cameras, limiting its compatibility with other camera systems
- Requires a dedicated 3G-SDI BNC input for video signals, which may necessitate specific cabling or adapters
- Power input uses a 4-pin XLR 12V connection, potentially requiring a specific power supply setup
- Software updates are managed through a USB 2.0 Mini-B port, which might require older cable types
- Comes with a specific 3/8 inch mounting thumb screw for URSA, which may not be universally compatible with all rigs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of the Blackmagic URSA Viewfinder?
The Blackmagic URSA Viewfinder is designed to simplify outdoor and handheld shooting with Blackmagic URSA or URSA Mini digital film cameras.
What resolution does the viewfinder display offer?
The viewfinder features an extremely high quality 1080HD resolution display, providing sharp and clear visuals for camera operators.
How does this viewfinder assist with focus?
It includes a built-in digital focus chart, which can help camera operators achieve precise focus during shooting.
What connections are available on the URSA Viewfinder?
The viewfinder has a 3G-SDI BNC input for video, a 4-pin XLR 12V power input, and a USB 2.0 Mini-B port for software updates.
Is this viewfinder compatible with cameras other than the URSA series?
It is designed specifically for URSA, URSA Mini, and supports metadata from the Blackmagic 3G-SDI Shield for Arduino.
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