Blackmagic Design has released the Blackmagic Camera 9.6 Update, focused exclusively on upgrading the Micro Studio Camera 4K G2. While firmware naming conventions from Blackmagic often create confusion — since not every version affects every device — this release brings meaningful improvements specifically to this compact studio camera.
Native PYXIS Monitor Integration Over USB-C
One of the most impactful features in version 9.6 is seamless support for the Blackmagic PYXIS monitor. Creators can now control framing, focus, and camera settings using the PYXIS touchscreen, powered through a single USB-C cable. This one-cable solution handles power, video, and camera control, simplifying remote or multi-camera production by reducing setup complexity and cable mess.
SDI Output Now Supports Toggleable 3D LUTs
Another highlight in the Blackmagic Camera 9.6 Update is the ability to apply or remove 3D LUTs directly on the SDI output. This live toggle functionality offers DPs and camera operators the ability to view a color-graded image or revert to a clean log feed. The real-time comparison tool improves color matching and creative decision-making, especially in live broadcasting and studio shoots.
Free Download Now Available
The Blackmagic Camera 9.6 Update is available for free via Blackmagic Design’s official support page. This aligns with the company’s ongoing strategy of extending product life cycles by introducing new capabilities even after release. Users of the Micro Studio Camera 4K G2 will benefit most from these updates, gaining modern monitoring options and advanced LUT workflows without needing to invest in new gear.
These new tools — including streamlined camera control through PYXIS and flexible LUT output via SDI — make the Micro Studio Camera 4K G2 a more powerful option in studio and live environments.
