Specifications

Settings
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Camera Settings
To configure camera settings on your Blackmagic Cinema Camera, press the MENU button in the
transport control and tap the onscreen camera menu icon.
Camera ID
If you're using more than one Blackmagic Cinema Camera, it can be helpful to set a camera ID
which will be included with any metadata recorded with your clips. You can change the camera ID
by tapping the current name and then changing or entering a new camera ID with the onscreen
keyboard. Use the Enter button to save the new camera ID or press Cancel to discard any changes.
Setting Date and Time
To set date and time on your Blackmagic Cinema camera, press MENU button and change the year,
month and day settings to the correct date.
To set the time, adjust the time settings on the screen to the desired time in 24 hour format. You will
need to manually change the date and time to local time zones if traveling with your Blackmagic
Cinema Camera.
If you have your Blackmagic Cinema Camera stored for a length of time, the clock may become
inaccurate. It is always a good idea to check the time and date prior to recording. If you connect the
camera via USB to your computer and run the Blackmagic Camera Utility, the camera time will also
be synced with your computer's time.
ISO
ISO settings are helpful when you are shooting in a variety of light conditions. The optimum ISO
setting for the Blackmagic Cinema Camera is 800ASA. Depending on your situation, however, you
may choose a lower or higher ISO setting. For example, in low light conditions 1600ASA would
be suitable but might introduce some visible noise. In bright conditions 400ASA would be best to
record richer colors.
To adjust the ISO settings, tap the arrow icons on the touchscreen.
You can change the camera ID with the onscreen keyboard
The Camera Settings screen