Blackmagic Video Assist 5″ 12G HDR

Description

The Blackmagic Video Assist 5″ 12G HDR is a professional on-camera monitor and recorder designed for filmmakers, cinematographers, camera operators, and production teams. Combining a high-resolution touchscreen display with professional recording capabilities and advanced monitoring tools, the Video Assist provides a compact and versatile solution for both production and post-production workflows.

The Video Assist features a 5-inch touchscreen display with a high-brightness HDR design, providing a clear and detailed image for monitoring focus, exposure, framing, and overall image quality. Its compact form factor makes it easy to integrate into cinema camera rigs, shoulder rigs, gimbals, tripods, and other professional production setups.

With 12G-SDI and HDMI connectivity, the Video Assist can receive high-quality video signals from a wide range of professional cinema cameras, broadcast cameras, mirrorless cameras, and other video equipment. It can function as both an external monitor and a professional video recorder.

Key Features

• 5-inch HDR touchscreen display
• Full HD 1920 × 1080 resolution
• Professional monitor and recorder
• 12G-SDI input and output
• HDMI input
• Supports high-resolution video signals
• Records Apple ProRes
• Records Avid DNxHD/DNxHR
• Blackmagic RAW recording with compatible cameras
• Professional exposure and focus monitoring tools
• Waveform
• Vectorscope
• Histogram
• False Color
• Zebra
• Focus Assist
• 3D LUT support
• Anamorphic de-squeeze
• Built-in audio monitoring
• Headphone output
• USB-C connectivity
• Dual SD card slots
• Compact professional design

5-Inch HDR Display

The 5-inch HDR touchscreen provides a larger and more detailed viewing surface than most built-in camera displays while keeping the overall camera setup compact.

The display allows operators to monitor composition, focus, exposure, and image detail during production. The touchscreen interface also provides quick access to recording controls, monitoring tools, menus, and playback.

Professional Recording

The Video Assist can be used as an external recorder for compatible cameras, providing professional recording options beyond the camera’s internal recording capabilities.

It supports Apple ProRes and Avid DNxHD/DNxHR, making it suitable for professional editing and post-production workflows. With compatible Blackmagic cameras, the Video Assist can also record Blackmagic RAW, providing additional flexibility for color grading and post-production.

Advanced Monitoring Tools

The Video Assist includes professional monitoring tools that help camera operators achieve accurate exposure and focus, including:

• Waveform
• Vectorscope
• Histogram
• False Color
• Zebra
• Focus Assist
• Frame Guides
• Safe Area Guides
• 3D LUTs
• Anamorphic de-squeeze
• Audio meters

These tools make the Video Assist especially useful for professional cinematography and demanding production environments.

12G-SDI & HDMI Connectivity

The built-in 12G-SDI connections allow the Video Assist to integrate into professional SDI workflows and accept high-bandwidth video signals from compatible equipment.

The HDMI input provides additional compatibility with cameras that use HDMI output, making the monitor/recorder suitable for both professional cinema cameras and mirrorless camera systems.

Dual SD Card Recording

The Video Assist features dual SD card slots, allowing production teams to use high-speed SD cards for professional video recording. Depending on the recording workflow, the dual-card configuration provides additional flexibility for media management and extended recording.

Ideal Applications

The Blackmagic Video Assist 5″ 12G HDR is ideal for:

• Feature films
• Short films
• Commercials
• Music videos
• Documentaries
• Interviews
• Corporate productions
• Live events
• Broadcast production
• Multi-camera productions
• Camera monitoring
• External recording
• Gimbal and handheld rigs
• Professional cinema camera setups

Why Rent the Blackmagic Video Assist?

The Blackmagic Video Assist 5″ 12G HDR combines professional monitoring, high-quality external recording, and flexible SDI/HDMI connectivity in a compact package. Its HDR touchscreen, professional exposure tools, 12G-SDI connectivity, and recording capabilities make it a versatile addition to professional camera systems.

Whether you need a compact on-camera monitor, an external recorder, professional exposure tools, or a way to integrate a camera into an SDI production workflow, the Blackmagic Video Assist 5″ 12G HDR is a powerful and flexible solution for professional video production.