Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Mini Capture & Playback Device

The Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Mini is a compact Thunderbolt 3 capture and playback device that bridges your computer with professional video gear for capture, streaming, and playback workflows. Supporting up to DCI 4K60 video via 12G-SDI and DCI 4K30 through HDMI, it handles 12-bit HDR footage alongside standard 8/10-bit recording, making it ideal for professional colorists, editors, and content creators who need reliable capture quality without rack-mounted bulk.

High-Quality Video Capture and Playback

The UltraStudio 4K Mini delivers multi-rate support from standard definition right through to DCI 4K60, capturing and playing back both compressed and uncompressed video formats. Whether you're ingesting footage from cinema cameras, gaming consoles, or broadcast sources, the dual SDI and HDMI connectivity gives you flexible input options. The 12G-SDI connection handles single-link 4K workflows at up to 60 frames per second with 4:2:2 colour sampling, while HDMI supports 4K30 capture. HDR workflows are fully supported with 12-bit colour depth at DCI 4K30, giving you the latitude needed for demanding colour grading and finishing work.

Thunderbolt 3 Performance and Laptop Charging

Built around Thunderbolt 3 technology, the UltraStudio 4K Mini offers blazingly fast data transfer that keeps pace with high-resolution, high-frame-rate video. The single Thunderbolt 3 connection handles both video data and provides 45 watts of power delivery, meaning it charges your laptop while you work. This eliminates cable clutter and keeps your mobile editing setup streamlined, whether you're in the studio or on location.

Professional Audio Connectivity

Audio options are comprehensive, with 16-channel embedded SDI audio and 8-channel HDMI audio support for multichannel workflows. A 3-pin XLR microphone input lets you record direct audio alongside video capture, while the headphone output provides monitoring without additional equipment. This makes the UltraStudio 4K Mini particularly useful for live streaming, multi-camera production, and any scenario where audio routing flexibility matters.

Portable Design with Built-In Monitoring

Despite its professional capabilities, the UltraStudio 4K Mini maintains a compact, portable footprint. The front-panel LCD displays video thumbnails, audio levels, and status information, giving you instant feedback without needing external monitors. Front-panel control buttons provide quick access to settings, while the integrated SD card reader speeds up media offloading from cameras. The internal 100-240V AC adapter works globally without bulky external power supplies.

Cross-Platform Software Compatibility

The device works seamlessly across Windows, macOS, and Linux systems and integrates with industry-standard software including DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Premiere Pro CC, Avid Media Composer, Adobe After Effects CC, and audio applications like Avid Pro Tools and Steinberg Cubase. Blackmagic includes DaVinci Resolve, Media Express, Disk Speed Test, and LiveKey software via QR code download, giving you a complete capture and editing toolkit straight out of the box.

3D Workflow Support

For stereoscopic content creators, the UltraStudio 4K Mini supports 3D capture and playback via HDMI, plus 3D SDI playback at rates up to DCI 4K30. This makes it suitable for immersive content production and VR workflows where stereoscopic footage is essential.

What's Included

• UltraStudio 4K Mini Capture & Playback Device
• DaVinci Resolve (free version, download via QR code)
• Media Express
• Disk Speed Test
• LiveKey
• Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
• Blackmagic driver (Windows, macOS, Linux)