This URSA Mini 4K EF-Mount Digital Cinema Camera from Blackmagic comes with a variety of helpful accessories including a Shoulder-Mount Kit and URSA Viewfinder. Featuring a Super-35mm 4K, global-shutter sensor with 12 stops of dynamic range, it uses an EF-Mount that is compatible with a wide range of lenses. This large sensor size makes it possible to achieve shallow depth of field effects, and because it is slightly larger than the APS-C DSLR format, it will accommodate most lenses that cover an APS-C image circle.

A rosette on the side of the camera accepts an included side handle, which can control Start/Stop via a LANC connection. Record in the CinemaDNG format onto CFast 2.0 memory cards at up to 60 fps, capturing the full dynamic range and colour tonality output from the sensor. Alternatively, record compressed raw at a 3:1 compression ratio to save space while retaining post-production flexibility. The URSA Mini also records UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) and 1080p video using ready-to-edit ProRes files. UHD footage can be recorded in ProRes 444 XQ at a rate of 312.5 MB/s to 1080p in a ProRes 422 Proxy file at a 5.6 MB/s data rate. The camera accepts dual CFast cards, allowing you to record for longer periods of time by having the camera switch cards when one is full.

Audio can be recorded using the built-in stereo microphone, or connect professional microphones using the two XLR mic inputs. The XLR connections have 48V of switchable phantom power, so you can plug shotgun or wireless lavalier mics for capturing more detail. You can quickly adjust levels using the physical knobs, while monitoring the audio using the onscreen audio meters and headphones.

The camera features a foldout 5-inch, 1920 x 1080 resolution capacitive touchscreen LCD monitor. Using the easily navigable touchscreen menu, you can see and change all camera settings, view timecode, histograms, audio levels, and focus peaking, as well as add shot metadata with an on-screen keyboard. Power for the URSA Mini can be supplied via a 4-pin XLR jack at the rear of the camera. With an optional plate, the URSA will also accept professional V-Mount or Gold Mount batteries on the back. Once connected to power, the URSA can even distribute power through a second 4-pin XLR jack.

The Shoulder-Mount Kit designed for the Blackmagic Design URSA Mini provides a shoulder mount for you to comfortably rest the camera on your shoulder for long shooting sessions, ideal for documentary-style shooting. Integrated into the shoulder mount are a quick-release compatible with VCT wedge plates, 15mm lightweight rod clamps, and rosettes on either side for mounting handles and other accessories. Also included in the kit is a top handle for low-mode shooting and carrying the camera when not in use.