D ATA S H E E T

Flex4K-SERIES

PHANTOM
FLEX4K
FLEX4K-GS
HIGH-SP EED C A MER A

9.4 Mpx Resolution 4096 x 2304

4K at up-to 1000 fps
Rolling Shutter and Global Shutter Models
On-camera Menu System

F E AT U R E S & B EN EF I T S
ULTIMATE IMAGE PERFORMANCE
Designed for cinematographers, the Phantom Flex4K delivers high-speed footage with the ultimate in image quality and
pixel resolution. Workflow features include CineMag V for fast storage of Cine Raw files, an integrated menu system,
accessory power, battery backs and highly configurable video outputs.

THREE CONFIGURATIONS:
* Flex4K: The original Flex4K operates in rolling shutter mode for the highest dynamic range and overall image quality.
This model incorporates a PL mount and black housing for cinema production. Additional lens mounts are available.

* Flex4K-GS: Incorporates a global shutter, and has the unique ability to switch between global and rolling shutter modes
to take advantage of the benefits of each mode. This camera has a white housing and default Nikon mount for scientific
and defense applications.

* Flex4K-GS-PL: Identical to the Flex4K-GS, with the exception of a black housing and PL mount in its default configuration.

Specs Subject to Change | Rev 2 | August 2021

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FRAME RATES & EXPOSURE IMAGING

Top FPS at Sensor Type CMOS (RS mode uses Correlated Double Sampling)
938
Max Resolution
Maximum
4096 x 2304
FPS at 4096 x 2160 1,000 Resolution

Maximum FPS 25,000 Bit Depth 12-bit

Pixel Size 6.75 µm

Minimum FPS 15
Sensor Size 27.6 x 15.6; 31.7 mm diagonal (Super 35)
CAR Increments 2048 x 16
ISO Daylight GS: Mono 2,500; RS: Mono 1,000;
Minimum (12232 STD) Color 640 Color 320
5 μs
Exposure
ISO Tungsten GS: Mono 5,000; RS: Mono 2,000;
Flex4K is rolling shutter (RS) only, (12232 STD) Color 640 Color 320
with progressive scan time of 1 ms
Electronic Shutter
Flex4K-GS models include both Recommended EI Range 4,000-8,000 Mono;
Exposure Index
global shutter (GS) and RS modes by default 800-1000 Color (both Global and Rolling)

PIV Features N/A Dynamic Range GS: 54.8 dB (9 stops) RS: 71.6 dB (12 stops)

Exposure Features Overexposure indication over video and in PCC Readout Noise GS: 31 e- RS: 9.6 e-

FRAME RATE CHART

Table provides examples of common resolutions and frame rates. The record times shown are for 64GB RAM at the
frame rate shown. Duration will be double for 128GB RAM.

Maximum Frame Rate - Direct Record Max FPS, Run/Stop mode

FPS; (Record Time - Sec) (Record Time - Minutes)

Resolution 64GB RAM 8TB CineMag V 2TB CineMag V

(H x V)

4096 x 2304 938 (5) 145 (72) 96 (35)

4096 x 2160 1,000 (5) 150 (72) 100 (35)

4096 x 2048 1,050 (5) 160 (72) 108 (35)

4096 x 1152 1,850 (5) 290 (72) 190 (35)

4096 x 1080 1,970 (5) 310 (72) 200 (35)

4096 x 720 2,930 (5) 470 (71) 300 (35)

4096 x 360 5,660 (11) 940 (71) 610 (35)

4096 x 16 25,000 (26) 21,300 (71) 13,800 (35)

2048 x 2048 1,050 (10) 330 (72) 210 (35)

2048 x 1152 1,850 (10) 590 (72) 380 (35)

2048 x 1080 1,970 (10) 630 (72) 400 (35)

2048 x 720 2932 (10) 940 (72) 640 (35)

2048 x 240 8,220 (11) 2840 (71) 1840 (35)

2048 x 16 25,000 (50) 25,000 (120) 25,000 (40)

Specs Subject to Change | Rev 2 | August 2021

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CONNECTIVITY & SIGNALS

Ethernet Gb Ethernet from camera. 10Gb Ethernet on CineStation IV

Timecode IRIG-B and SMPTE input and output

Port Descriptions Power Input 1x 3-pin Fischer (+12-28 VDC)

Battery Mount Selectable V-Lock, Gold-mount, and Hawk Woods RP

(optional) mounts

8-pin Fischer for software operation & file download.

Ethernet
1Gb only.

5-pin Fischer for RS232 & 24 VDC; works with

Remote
BT-Dongle and remote cables.
VEO4K-PL (Back)
3x main 3G HD-SDI outputs, 1 additional at front for
HD-SDI
viewfinder. 1 SDI return (supports Genlock)

12-pin Fischer for Mini-BOB. Provides access to F-Sync,

Sync AES/EBU Audio in & out, Timecode in & out, strobe,
ready and trigger

Audio Out 3.5mm headphone jack (for monitoring only)

Lens 12-pin Hirose for ENG style lenses

1 Fischer for component video, and 1 BNC for

Viewfinder
SDI-based viewfinders

I/O Signals Fsync, Strobe, Ready, Timecode-in and out, Event, Trigger

Hardware Trigger via Sync port using the Mini-BOB, and via R/S ports

Software Trigger via trigger buttons on camera, or via PCC

Synchronization External Sync via FSync or IRIG Timecode

Recording Features Direct Recording (run/stop mode) & Auto Save to CineMag

3G-SDI for 1080 up to p60, or dual-link 4K video per SMPTE ST 425-3,

up to 2160 p30. Video outputs can be switched between Rec709 and
Video Output
Log mode. Log mode is useful to visualize the full dynamic range of a
high-contrast scene in RS mode.

12V: 4-pin Hirose, 2-pin Lemo

Accessory Power
24V: 2x 3-pin Fischer with R/S (24V is unregulated)

CONTROL
Phantom PCC (Windows); SDK also available with MatLab and LabView drivers. 3rd party Mac software solutions are also
Software & OS
available, including Glue Tools Séance

On-camera Controls Complete control with integrated menu system when using CineMag

Primary File Format Phantom Cine RAW (.cine)

Alternative File Easily convert to formats including .mp4, Apple ProRes .mov, .avi, Tiff, JPG, DNG and many more using PCC. Cine files are
Formats directly compatible with many major video editing and motion analysis programs

Specs Subject to Change | Rev 2 | August 2021

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MEMORY & STORAGE POWER

RAM Buffer 64GB, 128GB RAM options AC Power 100-240 VAC, 280W power supply included

Multi-Cine Up-to 64 Partitions Voltage Range 12-28VDC

Non-Volatile CineMag V (CineMag IV* and IV-PRO* are also Power

140W typical with CineMag
Media compatible) *discontinued Consumption

Battery backs available: V-Lock, Gold mount.

Direct Recording 2TB CineMag V = 96 fps
Battery Options Requires high-capacity batteries which supply at
at 4096 x 2304 8TB CineMag V = 120 fps
least 10 Amps at 14V when charged.

MECHANICAL ENVIRONMENTAL
Black housing (Flex4K and Flex4K-GS-PL); Operating
Housing Variants -20 – +50°C
White housing (Flex4K-GS) Temperature
Storage
Size 12 x 6 x 8 in (L x W x H); 30.5 x 35.5 x 20.3 cm -20 – +70°C
Temperature

Weight 13 lbs (5.9 kg)

Made in the USA
PL-mount standard on Flex4K & Flex4K-GS-PL. CE Emissions – CE Compliant EN 61326-1
F-Mount standard on Flex4K-GS. Canon EF mount Regulatory CE Immunity – CE Compliant EN 55024
Lens Mounts also available (with electronic focus and iris control). FCC – CFR 47, Part 15
Lens mounts are interchangeable. Color cameras Safety: LVD 2014/35/EU ITE
ship standard with OLPF.

Alternating 1/4 x 20” and 3/8” mounting point pattern

Mounting Points
on base of camera, top of camera and top handle.

Internal Shutter Standard, for remote black references

Active cooling. Quiet mode disables fans during

Cooling
capture

GLOBAL SUPPORT NETWORK

The Phantom Flex4K product line is supported by Vision
Research’s Global Service and Support network, offering
PhantomCare Performance Services from multiple sites around
the globe. Maximize the value of your Phantom camera with a
selection of professional services from which to choose.
Learn more about our service offering at
www.phantomhighspeed.com/Service-Support

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