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Key Features of the Pixboom Spark
| Sensor | 14.2 MP Super-35 BSI CMOS; global shutter (no rolling shutter) (CineD) |
| Dynamic Range | Over 13 stops (CineD) |
| Resolution & Frame Rates | • 4.6K open gate (4608×3072, 3:2) → up to 670 fps (CineD) • DCI 4K (16:9) → 887 fps (CineD) • 4K 2.37:1 → 1,171 fps (CineD) • 2K 16:9 → 1,724 fps (CineD) • 2K 2.37:1 → 2,182 fps (CineD) |
| RAW Recording & Media | Compressed RAW at up to 10 GB/s using a removable “Pixboom Pro Card”. Offload via USB-C at 20 Gbps. (CineD) |
| Pre-roll Buffer | 2-3 seconds pre-record buffer, useful for unpredictable action or wildlife work. (CineD) |
| I/O & Monitoring | 12G-SDI, HDMI2.0 (up to 4K60p over SDI), USB-C, dual-band WiFi. On-body 3.5″ 6.22M-dot touchscreen. Remote control via app. Genlock, LTC, GPIO via 9-pin EXT port. (CineD) |
| Body, Lens Mount & Power | Roughly 1.1 kg body (without lens/mount/media). Interchangeable locking lens mounts (electronic, with metadata). Power via integrated V-mount battery plate, or 15–24 V DC. (CineD) |
| Pricing / Availability | Early-bird Kickstarter: US$7,999 (includes Pro Card), then $8,499 during campaign. MSRP planned at US$12,999. First shipments in Q1 2026. (CineD) |
Image credit: Pixboom
Slow motion can reveal beauty, drama, or action we just can’t see with the naked eye. The challenge has always been balancing resolution, frame rate, and usability. Enter the Pixboom Spark — a camera that aims to pull all those threads together, delivering serious high-speed capability without forcing filmmakers to compromise.
Why Pixboom Spark Matters
Most high-fps cameras sacrifice resolution or workflow smoothness when pushing frame rates. The Spark stands out by offering 4.6K open gate with a true global shutter and over 13 stops of dynamic range. That means crisp images, clean motion, and fewer artifacts even in challenging lighting. If you're shooting water splashes, explosions, wildlife, or just trying to freeze time for storytelling, those technical gains translate into creative freedom. (CineD)
What You Get
Frame Rate Flexibility: From 670 fps at full 4.6K down to over 2,100 fps in 2K mode. You can slow things waaaay down and still retain clean, usable detail. (CineD)
RAW Workflow: Compressed RAW up to 10 GB/s with the Pixboom Pro Card gives high data throughput, yet manageable file sizes. Fast offload via USB-C helps you stay nimble on set. (CineD)
Pro Tools Built-in: External ports like 12G-SDI, HDMI, genlock, LTC, plus a detailed top-plate display and touchscreen. Interchangeable mounts mean you can use whatever glass fits your project. (CineD)
Considerations
Of course, all that power comes at a cost — literally and physically. The price is premium (MSRP ~$12,999 USD) and early adopters will take the higher Kickstarter rates. Plus, high frame rates demand strong lighting (or dual native ISO helps, but still). The camera body is compact but you’ll need robust media, power, and workflow support to make the most of it. (CineD)
Who It’s For
Documentaries or wildlife shooters trying to anticipate fleeting events.
Commercial and VFX work where every detail and motion blur matters.
Filmmakers wanting cinematic slow-down capabilities without switching between multiple cameras or compromising resolution.
If you’re someone who loves pushing motion and want to make slow motion a central part of your work, the Spark is a strong contender. It’s going to be exciting to see how creators leverage its capabilities once it ships in early 2026.
Mounts are interchangeable on the Pixboom Spark. Image credit: Pixboom
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