



Blackmagic Design Video Assist 3G-SDI/HDMI 5" Recorder/Monitor
Blackmagic Design Video Assist 3G-SDI/HDMI 5" Recorder/Monitor
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Add professional monitoring and high-quality recording to your camera with the Video Assist 3G-SDI/HDMI 5" Recording Monitor from Blackmagic Design. It features a bright 5" 1920 x 1080 display with 300 cd/m² brightness to help you frame and focus your shots, and it provides 3G-SDI and HDMI inputs for recording the video output from professional and consumer cameras. You can monitor and record video resolutions up to 1080p60 10-bit 4:2:2 and up to 16 channels of embedded 24-bit 48 kHz audio. Firmware update 3.3.1 adds a video output via the USB Type-C port that can be used to convert your connected camera for webcam use. It also enables you to select channels for audio monitoring.
The Video Assist 3G 5" records to an SDXC/SDHC memory card using a single UHS-I SD card slot. Use the USB Type-C port to record for configuring and upgrading the monitor. Video is recorded using industry-standard Apple ProRes (HQ, 422, LT, or Proxy) and Avid DNxHD codecs.
- Supports video formats up to 1080p60
- Can be used to upgrade viewing and recording options with older cameras
- This monitor's touchscreen interface enables you to adjust settings and access monitoring features such as histogram, waveform, RGB parade, vectorscope, and many more scopes and exposure tools
- 3G-SDI and HDMI input ports with loop-through outputs provide compatibility with a variety of cameras and wireless video receivers
- 3D LUT support for customized viewing
- Sends a streaming-friendly 1080p video signal to your computer, enabling the use of your connected camera as a webcam
- A tally light on top of the monitor indicates it is operating and recording
- Direct metadata entry
- Single SD card slot for ProRes recording
- Ability to select which audio channels you are monitoring
- Power the monitor using the included 12V power adapter or the separately available Sony L-Series type batteries on the dual battery slots
Multiple Language Displays
Choose from 11 languages for easier use of on-screen text displays and menu options:
- English
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Spanish
- Turkish
Minimum macOS System Requirements
- macOS 10.15 Catalina
- macOS 10.14 Mojave
- USB 2.0 port for updates
Minimum Windows System Requirements
- Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit
- USB 2.0 port
Display |
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Panel Type | LCD |
Display Size | 5.0" / 12.7 cm |
Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Viewing Angle | Horizontal: 135° |
Touchscreen | Yes |
Maximum Brightness | 300 nits / cd/m2 |
Color Support | 16.7 Million Colors |
HDR Support | No |
Color Gamut | 100% Rec. 709 |
LUT Support | Yes |
Image Controls | Anamorphic De-Squeeze, Blue Only, False Color, Focus Peaking, Histogram, Image Flip, Picture-in-Picture, RGB Parade, Screen Markers, Vectorscope, Waveform, Zebra |
Inputs/Outputs |
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Video I/O | 1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Input 1x Micro BNC (3G-SDI) Input 1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output 1x Micro BNC (3G-SDI) Output 1x USB-C (Unspecified Signal) Output |
Embedded Audio | HDMI: 8-Channel SDI: 16-Channel |
Audio I/O | 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Output |
Built-In Speaker | Mono |
Power I/O | 1x Barrel Input |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) [Supports Recording] |
Wi-Fi | No |
Bluetooth | No |
Mobile App Compatible | No |
Format Support |
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Video Format | SDI (10-Bit 4:2:2 YUV) 1080p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080PsF: 30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080i: 60/59.94/50 720p: 60/59.94/50 576i: 50 480i: 59.94 HDMI (10-Bit) 1080p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080i: 60/59.94/50 720p: 60/59.94/50 576i: 50 480i: 59.94 |
Timecode Support | Yes |
Recording |
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Pulldown Conversion | No |
Camera Trigger | No |
Pre-Roll Record | No |
Encoding Formats | Up to 1920 x 1080 ProRes 422, 422 HQ, LT, Proxy 10-Bit 4:2:2 at up to 60 fps DNxHD 45, 45 MXF, 145, 145 MXF, 220x, 220x MXF 10-Bit 4:2:2 at up to 60 fps |
Maximum Audio Tracks | 16 |
Metadata Tagging | Yes |
Phantom Power | No |
Power |
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Input Power | 12 VDC |
Battery | 2x L-Series Mount on Fixed Plate |
Mounting |
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Tripod/Accessory Mounting | Top/Bottom 3x 1/4"-20 Female |
General |
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Environmental Resistance | No |
Operating Conditions | 32 to 72°F / 0 to 40°C up to 90% Humidity |
Storage Conditions | -4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C |
Material of Construction | Aluminum |
Dimensions | 5.83 x 3.54 x 1.44" / 14.81 x 8.99 x 3.66 cm |
Weight | 14.46 oz / 410.00 g |



