16K VR videos with Blackmagic URSA immersive camera
We’ve introduced the Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive to the DeoVR toolkit - the world’s first professional-grade 8K‑per‑eye VR180 camera.
16K VR Video at DeoVR:
These new videos use MV-HEVC encoding, allowing them to play natively on Apple Vision Pro.
As of August 2025, DeoVR supports MV‑HEVC footage from the Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive camera natively on Vision Pro and auto‑transcodes it into SBS for Quest headsets - ensuring seamless high‑fidelity viewing across platforms.
Why It Matters for DeoVR Viewers
- Top image fidelity: With dual 8K sensors delivering 8,160 × 7,200 resolution per eye, this camera offers more than 58 MP per eye, resulting in imagery your retina will thank you for
- Fluid 90 fps stereoscopic capture: Crystalline motion sequencing ensures buttery-smooth visuals in 3D immersive scenes.
- Cinematic dynamic range: With 16 stops of dynamic range, every detail - from shadowed textures to highlights - remains nuanced and natural
- Pro-level workflow: Comes with an 8 TB Blackmagic Media Module, plus 10G Ethernet and Wi-Fi, enabling fast media upload and cloud integration
- Post-production support: Full integration with DaVinci Resolve Studio - soon updated with immersive video tools - means you’ll get intuitive editing, color grading, and export support for Apple Immersive Video
- Camera-to-file precision: Its custom, fixed lens system embeds calibration and positional metadata directly into Blackmagic RAW Immersive files - preserving perfect stereo alignment through editing
- Feature-rich build: Equipped with 12G-SDI, USB‑C, XLR audio, fold‑out 5″ HDR touchscreen, and durable magnesium-alloy shell - this camera handles both studio and field work with ease
- Professional price point: Available for $29,995 - not consumer-grade
DeoVR Gets Next-Level VR Content
Integrating the URSA Cine Immersive into our production pipeline opens a new chapter in immersive video for DeoVR users. Here’s what’s in store for our community:
- Next-gen realism: Expect hyper-real visuals with Shark-jaw clarity, vibrant tones, and lifelike motion - perfectly suited for high-end VR storytelling.
- True spatial immersion: Seamlessly capturing cinematic depth and detail, this camera puts you truly in the scene.
- More engaging content: Longer takes, richer environments, elevated visual drama - Delight your eyes and mind like never before.
- Premium-ready output: Pre-formatted for Apple Immersive Video standards and fully compatible with advanced headsets like Vision Pro.
URSA Cine Immersive Capabilities:
| Feature | Benefit for DeoVR Viewers |
|---|---|
| 8K per eye @ 90 fps | Exceptional clarity and ultra-smooth motion |
| 16-stop dynamic range | Lush, nuanced visuals in any lighting |
| 8 TB onboard media | Longer takes, fewer interruptions |
| 10G Ethernet + Wi-Fi | Fast transfers, cloud-enabled workflows |
| DaVinci Resolve tools | Polished post-production and Vision Pro delivery |
| Embedded lens metadata | Precise stereo alignment through editing |
| Rugged, pro build | Reliable performance in pro shooting scenarios |
Interview: Blackmagic Design team
Live from SXSW in Texas, we interview the Blackmagic Design team about the groundbreaking launch of the Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive, the first commercial camera system built specifically for capturing Apple Immersive Video.
Keep checking back for more information and content made with this state-of-the-art camera.
