Blackmagic Design has introduced a 16 TB Media Module of its proprietary media module for the URSA Cine 12K LF, doubling the capacity of the previous 8 TB module. The new 16TB Media Module installs into the URSA Cine’s media bay and uses M.2 SSDs over four PCIe lanes, enabling professional productions to record 12‑bit Blackmagic RAW and H.264 proxy files at speeds up to 1 432 MB/s—enough for sustained 12K at 24 fps. The module requires in‑camera formatting and ships with a rugged plastic case and standard one‑year warranty.

Bulk storage, cloud‑style workflows

The 16 TB module retains the features of its 8 TB sibling: it works with Blackmagic’s Media Dock for hot‑swappable file transfers, and supports high‑speed 10G Ethernet connectivity, allowing live file access over network or to Blackmagic Cloud Mini setups integrated in the camera. These features position it as “a Cloud Store Mini built into your camera”.

Pre‑order pricing

Available now for pre‑order, the 16 TB module is priced at US $2 965, versus the original 8 TB unit. Delivery timing may vary by region; check with Blackmagic’s reseller network for local availability.

Filmmakers shooting high‑resolution, extended takes can double recording capacity without swapping modules, reducing downtime. Those using dual CFexpress may still prefer existing formats, but for extended 12K workflows this is a significant upgrade.

Final thoughts

This 16 TB offering strengthens Blackmagic’s proprietary media ecosystem for the URSA Cine 12K LF, marrying high‑speed M.2 SSD performance with on‑set networked workflows. As usual, new gear should be tested before deploying in production environments.

The post BMD ups the ante with 16 TB Media Module for URSA Cine 12K LF first appeared on DIGITAL PRODUCTION and was written by Bela Beier.