Description

The World’s First Digital Cinema Camera Designed for Apple Immersive Video

Immersive storytelling is revolutionizing the way audiences experience video. Rather than watching scenes on a flat screen, viewers are placed at the center of the action, able to look around naturally and experience realistic depth, scale, and spatial audio. Traditionally, creating this type of content required complex multi-camera rigs, specialized workflows, and extensive post-production.

The Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive is the world’s first digital cinema camera purpose-built for Apple Immersive Video. Leveraging the URSA Cine platform, it features a custom fixed-lens system and dual 8K RGBW sensors, allowing it to capture stereoscopic, immersive video directly into a single Blackmagic RAW file. This integrated system streamlines production by removing the need for complicated multi-camera 3D rigs, offering a seamless workflow from capture to editing and delivery, all within DaVinci Resolve Studio.

Why Choose Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive?

Producing immersive content goes beyond capturing high-resolution images. Cameras must achieve precise sensor alignment, ensure consistent color reproduction, maintain a wide dynamic range, and integrate with specialized post-production tools tailored for immersive media.

URSA Cine Immersive was engineered as a comprehensive production system—not merely an adaptation of an existing cinema camera. Every aspect, from image capture and internal recording to Blackmagic RAW processing and DaVinci Resolve Studio integration, is purpose-built for Apple Immersive Video workflows. This approach helps filmmakers simplify production while ensuring exceptional image quality.

Key Features That Matter

Purpose-Built for Apple Immersive Video

Unlike conventional cinema cameras, URSA Cine Immersive is specifically engineered to capture Apple Immersive Video, the 180-degree stereoscopic format developed for Apple Vision Pro.

Its integrated optical system captures immersive 3D video and supports spatial storytelling across documentaries, sports, concerts, narrative filmmaking, and live events.

Dual 8K RGBW Sensors

At its core, the camera features two custom RGBW image sensors, each capturing 8160 × 7200 resolution per eye.

The RGBW sensor architecture enhances color sampling, image quality, and dynamic range while delivering superior color reproduction. With 16 stops of dynamic range, filmmakers can reliably capture highlights and shadow details, even in challenging lighting conditions.

Integrated Lens System

Instead of depending on complex multi-camera alignment systems, URSA Cine Immersive utilizes a custom fixed-lens system specifically designed for immersive image capture.

This integrated design streamlines setup, ensures consistency between both image sensors, and reduces the complexity associated with traditional stereoscopic production.

Apple Vision Pro Workflow

URSA Cine Immersive is optimized to integrate directly with Apple Vision Pro production workflows.

DaVinci Resolve Studio, included with the camera, supports decoding, editing, color grading, visual effects, audio post-production, and delivery of immersive video. Finished projects can be streamed directly to Vision Pro, transferred via AirDrop, or exported for Apple Compressor workflows.

Blackmagic RAW Recording

The camera records immersive footage as a single Blackmagic RAW file, greatly simplifying media management compared to traditional multi-camera stereoscopic setups.

Blackmagic RAW preserves:

• Camera metadata
• Lens projection data
• White balance
• Digital slate information
• Custom LUTs
• Dynamic range metadata

This approach gives editors greater flexibility in editing and color grading while maintaining a streamlined workflow.

Generation 5 Color Science

URSA Cine Immersive features Blackmagic Generation 5 Color Science, maximizing the color data captured by the RGBW sensors.

The updated processing improves:

• Skin tones
• Highly saturated colors
• Highlight handling
• Overall color fidelity
• Dynamic range preservation

Generation 5 Color Science is seamlessly integrated into the Blackmagic RAW workflow, ensuring consistent results throughout post-production.

Built-In Optical ND Filters

Four integrated optical neutral density filters provide:

• 2-stop
• 4-stop
• 6-stop
• 8-stop

Custom-designed for the camera’s color science, the filters include IR filtering to minimize infrared contamination and maintain consistent color reproduction in bright environments.

Optical Low Pass Filter

The integrated Optical Low Pass Filter (OLPF) helps reduce moiré and aliasing commonly caused by fine fabrics, LED video walls, and other high-frequency image detail.

Together with advanced infrared filtering, the OLPF enhances image fidelity and preserves critical details captured by the high-resolution sensors.

Built for Professional Cinema Production

URSA Cine Immersive features a lightweight yet rugged body, developed with input from professional cinematographers.

Production features include:

• Dual 5-inch HDR touchscreens
• Backlit physical controls
• Dedicated assistant station
• Quiet button operation
• Multiple professional monitoring options
• Standard accessory connections

This enables both camera operators and assistants to work efficiently without the need for additional external monitors in many workflows.

Immersive Video Monitoring

The integrated HDR displays include a specialized heads-up display designed specifically for immersive production.

Operators can:

• View the complete 180° lens space
• Switch between left and right lenses
• Zoom for precise framing
• Display immersive frame guides
• Monitor recording status and exposure

These monitoring tools simplify framing for immersive productions, where conventional viewfinders are often inadequate.

Professional Connectivity

URSA Cine Immersive includes a broad range of professional production interfaces, including:

• Dual 12G-SDI outputs
• 10G Ethernet
• USB-C expansion
• XLR audio inputs
• Timecode input
• Reference input
• Fischer accessory connector
• 24V and 12V power outputs
• Headphone monitoring

These professional interfaces ensure seamless integration into cinema and broadcast production environments.

High-Performance Internal Recording

The camera includes an integrated 8TB Blackmagic Media Module capable of recording hours of immersive Blackmagic RAW footage.

Media modules can be removed and connected to the optional Blackmagic Media Dock for high-speed networking and collaborative post-production. For extended recording times, a larger 16TB Media Module is also available.

Built-In Blackmagic Cloud Integration

Captured media can be uploaded directly to Blackmagic Cloud using:

• 10G Ethernet
• Wi-Fi
• Mobile phone tethering over USB-C
• 4G or 5G mobile data

This feature enables editors and collaborators worldwide to start working on footage while production is still in progress.

Wireless Camera Control

The free Blackmagic Camera app for iOS enables wireless control of important camera settings including:

• White balance
• ND filters
• Frame rates
• Shutter angle
• Record start/stop

Remote operation is especially valuable when the camera is mounted in hard-to-reach locations or when crew members need to stay out of the immersive field of view.

Two Models Available

Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive

Designed specifically for Apple Immersive Video production using dual 8K RGBW sensors and the integrated immersive lens system. 

Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive 100G

Designed for live immersive production, this model adds 100G Ethernet connectivity with SMPTE ST 2110 live video output while maintaining dual 8K sensors, 90 fps operation, and 16 stops of dynamic range. 

Applications

Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive is ideal for:

• Feature films and cinematic experiences
• Documentary production
• Live concerts
• Sports
• Virtual reality experiences
• Apple Vision Pro content
• Narrative filmmaking
• Commercial production
• Tourism and destination experiences
• Education
• Museums
• Corporate immersive experiences

Why Buy Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive from VidOvation?

Immersive production is about more than just purchasing a camera. Success depends on mastering capture workflows, storage needs, networking, post-production, delivery formats, and Apple Vision Pro compatibility.

VidOvation partners with production companies, broadcasters, sports organizations, and enterprise media teams to design end-to-end immersive production workflows using Blackmagic cameras, storage solutions, networking, SMPTE ST 2110 infrastructure, and post-production systems.

Our experts can help you determine:

• Which URSA Cine Immersive model fits your production
• Storage and media requirements
• Blackmagic Cloud workflows
• DaVinci Resolve Studio integration
• Live production infrastructure
• SMPTE ST 2110 connectivity
• Camera accessories and power systems
• End-to-end immersive production workflows

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive?

URSA Cine Immersive is the world’s first digital cinema camera designed specifically to capture Apple Immersive Video using dual 8K RGBW sensors and an integrated stereoscopic lens system. 

What is Apple Immersive Video?

Apple Immersive Video is a 180-degree stereoscopic media format developed for Apple Vision Pro that combines ultra-high-resolution video with spatial audio to create immersive viewing experiences. 

What resolution does the camera record?

The camera captures immersive video at 8160 × 7200 pixels per eye using dual RGBW image sensors. 

How much dynamic range does URSA Cine Immersive provide?

The dual RGBW sensors deliver 16 stops of dynamic range. 

Does the camera record Blackmagic RAW?

Yes. URSA Cine Immersive records immersive footage as a single Blackmagic RAW file that contains both image data and production metadata. 

What storage is included?

The camera ships with an integrated 8TB Blackmagic Media Module, with an optional 16TB module available for longer recording sessions. 

Can footage be uploaded directly to Blackmagic Cloud?

Yes. Media can be uploaded using 10G Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or mobile data through a connected 4G or 5G smartphone. 

Does the camera include editing software?

Yes. URSA Cine Immersive includes DaVinci Resolve Studio, providing editing, color grading, visual effects, audio post-production, and delivery tools for Apple Immersive Video. 

What is the difference between the standard model and the 100G version?

The URSA Cine Immersive 100G adds 100G Ethernet connectivity with SMPTE ST 2110 live video output for live immersive productions. 

Who should use Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive?

URSA Cine Immersive is designed for filmmakers, broadcasters, sports producers, documentary teams, and content creators producing immersive experiences for Apple Vision Pro and Apple Immersive Video workflows.