Ultimate Pyxis 6K Cinema Build | DZO Catta Ace & Tilta Rigging
The Blackmagic Pyxis 6K is a versatile core, but how you build it determines its success on set. In this video, I break down my full production rig, focusing on the balance between the Cinematographer’s side (ergonomics and monitoring) and the Engineer’s side (power and signal integrity).
Modern cinema cameras are shifting toward two distinct workflows: streamlined one-man operation or full remote control. I’ll show you how this setup handles both, featuring the DZO Film Catta Ace zooms and a robust Wooden Camera and Tilta infrastructure.
Featured Gear in this Build:
Core: Blackmagic Pyxis 6K (L-mount) with Simmod L-PL Adapter
Optics: DZO Film Catta Ace 18-35mm & 35-80mm, Wooden Camera Ultimate lens support
Cage & Power: Tilta Pyxis 6K Cage (V-mount), ZG Cine D-Tap Splitter, Mutiny ISO X2
Monitoring: BM Display, TVLogic 056, SmallRig Articulating Arms
Support: Wooden Camera Baseplate & Top Handle, SmallRig 12” Dovetail, Cartoni Focus HD tripod
Control: Nucleus M Motor with Nucleus Nano Handheld Unit
Audio: Zoom H1 Recorder & miniXLR to XLR Adapter
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