It doesn't, you're correct there. The Black Magic 4k has less dynamic range because of the global shutter. If it had the standard rolling shutter it would have 13 stops like the pocket cam and original Black Magic camera.
A lot of 4k is marketing hype and gadget lust, but even for those among us who see little use, it still has benefits. It encourages more data throughput and pushes technology forward. In a few years working in HD will be as trivial as working in SD is now. For now I like 4k because it mashes down into a very nice HD image.
Not sure how a 4K recording has more DR than 1080p?
The BMCC has 13 stops of DR and the 4K version has 12. Different sensors but the 4K version has LESS dynamic range. What I'm saying is that just because something wears the 4K badge, does not automatically mean it is better.
4k for the masses is marketing hype driven to get your money wether you need it or not.
Why I am going with 4K and why you should too
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It doesn't, you're correct there. The Black Magic 4k has less dynamic range because of the global shutter. If it had the standard rolling shutter it would have 13 stops like the pocket cam and original Black Magic camera.
A lot of 4k is marketing hype and gadget lust, but even for those among us who see little use, it still has benefits. It encourages more data throughput and pushes technology forward. In a few years working in HD will be as trivial as working in SD is now. For now I like 4k because it mashes down into a very nice HD image.