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PYXIS 12K (EF) vs FX6
Quick take: The PYXIS 12K (EF) is the most affordable.
23 specs side by side·0 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras
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| Specification | PYXIS 12K (EF)Blackmagic · 2025 | FX6Sony · 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £4,472Best | £5,220 |
| Weather Sealed | Not weather sealed | Not weather sealed |
| Mount | Canon EF | Sony E |
| Sensor | Full frame | Full frame |
| Top video | 12K | 4K |
| 4K frame rate | 90 fps | 120 fpsBest |
| Slow motion | — | 240 fps (HD) |
| RAW internal | BRAW | Not internal |
| Codecs | Blackmagic RAW, H.264 (1080p proxy, 8-bit 4:2:0) | XAVC Intra (XAVC-I), XAVC Long (XAVC-L), XAVC Proxy |
| Log | Blackmagic Film Gen 5 | S-Log3 |
| Built-in ND | None — use lens filters or a matte box | Electronic variable, up to 7 stops |
| XLR inputs | 1 | 2Best |
| SDI out | 12G-SDI | 12G-SDI |
| HDMI | Not on this body | Full-size |
| Timecode | Yes | Yes |
| Dual native ISO | Not supported | Yes |
| Autofocus | Contrast detect only | On-sensor phase detect (hybrid) |
| Stabilisation | No stabilisation | No stabilisation |
| Battery | Sony BP-U · Sony BP-U | Sony BP-U35 · Sony BP-U |
| Media | CFexpress Type B + CFexpress Type B + SSD / media module (USB-C) | CFexpress Type A or SD + CFexpress Type A or SD |
| Record limit | No limit (cinema camera) | No limit (cinema camera), with a cooling fan |
| Lens mount | Canon EF | Sony E |
| Body weight | 1750 g | 890 gBest |
Wins the row — price, resolution, burst, battery, weight and sealing are compared; text specs aren't ranked.
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