
Review Summary
APS-C x 8
195 Degree High-Resolution Fisheye Lens x 8
f2.8 - f16, 1/3 EV
Near, Normal
6.6mm
100 - 12800
Single Shooting, DNG8, Time Lapse
14bit DNG, 8bit JPEG, JPEG+DNG
12bit KDRaw
10-bit Apple ProRes 422 HQ
10-bit Apple ProRes 422
10-bit Apple ProRes 422 LT
8bit / 10bit H.265
11520 x11520 @ 30fps (12K 3D)
11520 x5760 @ 30fps (12K Panorama)
5760 x5760 @ 60fps (6K 3D)
5760 x2880 @ 60fps (6K Panorama)
Live ProtocolRTSP, RTMP, RTMPS, SRT
In-Cam Stitched Live Streaming
7680 x3840 30fps (8K 30fps Panorama)
5760 x2880 60fps (6K 60fps Panorama)
8K @ 30Hz
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11.ax)
Bluetooth 5.0
Nine-Axis Gyroscope, GPS
8-in-1 SSD module
Micro SD x1 ( Proxy File Storage)
3.5mm Audio Input
USB Type-C
HDMI 2.0 Type-A
10Gb Ethernet Port
Push pull self-lock aviation connector plug x 1
XLR 4-Pin to Aviation Connector 4-Pin 2B Cable
160W
110 - 220V AC/DC Adapter
Input Voltage: 20V
1/4, 3/8, Multihole
Optional, not included
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Non-universal
2
14.5 x 9.3" (369.2 x 236.8mm)
24.6 lbs (11.16kg)
840128700273
Kandao Obsidian Pro can capture 12K x 12K 30FPS 3D panoramic video. Eight APS-C sensors, and eight 6K f2.8 Lenses with a 14-elements 10-groups optical design ensure cinematic imaging quality. It is the first panoramic camera that has an electronic-control adjustable focus distance and aperture.
Its 14-stops dynamic range realizes the smooth transition from shadow to highlight. 24 million pixels and ISO value that can reach 12800 are the key factors for recording rich details and performing excellently even in dark.
12-bit RAW video and All-I 4:2:2 10-bit video recording are both available. 8-in-1 SSDs module achieve high-speed Storage for eight-lens.
Eight APS-C
Super Large Sensors
Electronic Aperture/Focus Control
Auto Eight Lens Synchronization
f2.8 Large Aperture
High-Resolution Fisheye Lens
Eight APS-C Super Large Sensors
It's the world-first cinematic 360 Degree camera with 8 APS-C sensors. 24 million pixels and high photosensitivity are the key factors for recording rich details and performing excellently even in dark.
Photosensitivity to ISO 12800
14 Stops Dynamic Range
Achieve smoothly transit from shadow to highlight, and provide more possibility for post-processing.
Electronic Aperture Control
It is the first panoramic camera equipped with lenses that have an adjustable aperture. The maximum aperture is f2.8, supports f2.8 to f16. Up to 16 stops of adjustable exposure for precise control on the depth of field and creative capturing with motion blur.
Electronic Focus Control
It is unique with selectable focus distances. Offer "Near" and "Normal" as two options. Satisfy different focus requirement under the huge aperture.
Eight Lenses Design
135 Degree horizontal FOV, 195 Degree vertical FOV, and 12K-resolution for capture and perform in perfection.
300% as Capturing Coverage. Stitching Can Always be Perfect
Eight-lenses structure ensures every single angle can be covered by three lenses so that capturing coverage can reach 300%. Offer full-cover footages for panorama stitching and 3D rendering.
Cinema-Imaging-Tech Lens
With a 14 elements 10 groups optical design, chromatic dispersion and false color are greatly reduced. High-precision multi-layer coating technology and sapphire material further reduce glare and ghosting, achieve a spectacular optical performance.
12K x 12K 30fps 3D Panoramic Video
60fps Super Resolution 12K 3D Panoramic Video is even Available.
Support Multi-Format Video Recording
12bit RAW video recording and 10-bit Apple ProRes 422 HQ video recording Supporting Frame Rate: 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60.
12bit RAW Video Recording
10-bit Apple ProRes 422 HQ Video Recording
4K Proxy Files. Post-Edit Efficiently
In-cam stitched 4K proxy files is convenient for creator to do post-work, such as fast-editing and rendering.
8-in-1 SSD Module Achieve High-Speed Storage for Eight-Lens
The capacity is 16TB. Being fast and stable for read-and-write, the write speed can achieve up to 22160 Mbps.
Available time for 16T to record KDRAW is 90min
Available time for 16T to record 10-bit Apple ProRes 422 HQ is 100min
Built-in Nine-Axis Gyroscope, Perfect Calibration
Nine-axis gyroscope is precisely synchronized to achieve excellent image stability and eliminate rolling shutter effect.
In-Cam 8K 30fps, 6K 60fps 360 Degree Live Broadcast
Support main streaming protocol, such as RTSP, RTMP, RTMPS, and SRT. Maximum Output of HDMI is 8K 30Hz, while refresh rate can be 23.976 Hz, 24 Hz, 25 Hz, 29.97 Hz, 30 Hz, 50 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 60 Hz.
Support RTSP/RTMP/RTMPS/SRT Main Streaming Protocol
HDMI Maximum Output 8K 30Hz
14bit RAW 12K Binocular VR Photo
14bit RAW records rich color information from brightness to darkness, for presenting VR picture with fine details.
DNG8 Greatly Improve Low-Light Imaging Quality
Continuously capture eight 14bit RAW photos, and merge into a 16bit RAW photo with no ghost through Kandao Raw+. Excellent in noise reduction.
LCD Interactive Operating System
Kandao Obsidian Pro equips with a visual operating system for easy camera setting and convenient parameter adjustment.
Kandao Obsidian Pro App Control
Connect Kandao Obsidian Pro and App through Wi-Fi to achieve remote and real-time FHD preview, both single-Lens and panorama are available. Parameters include EV, white balance, focus distance and mode are all allowed to be adjusted on App.
10 Gigabit Ethernet Port
The transmission speed is up to 10Gbps, which means only takes 40 seconds to download 50GB media material. With the 10GbE port, Live Broadcast can be stable in high transmission speed.
Wi-Fi 6 & Bluetooth 5.0
Support high-speed Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) and provide MIMO2 x 2, so that high-definition preview and convenient App connection is achieved. Transmission can be stable in a larger range.
Built-in GPS Module
Adopt Google Street View GPS data standards for VR street view content creation.
Efficient Heat-Dissipating System
Brand-new heat dissipation design, 4mm sixteen heat pipe super liquid cooling, and built-in 120mm super air cooling, ensure long-time 12K 30fps video recording continuously and stably.
Abundant Audio Methods
3.5mm Standard Audio Input
Supports stereo collection. Selectable input: LINE-in and MIC-in.
USB Audio Device Input
USB Type-C Connection Port for professional multi-channel panoramic audio device input.
Built-in Omnidirectional Microphone Matrix
Built-in 8 omnidirectional microphones realize 360 Degree full-direction sound collection.
Power Supply Solutions
AC/ DC Adapter
Push pull self-lock aviation connector plug (Lemo connector, 2B, 4pin) 20V (maximum 160W)