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Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card

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Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card
Key Features
  • 8K PCIe Capture & Playback Card
  • Supports SD, HD, UHD, 4K & 8K Formats
  • 4 x Bidirectional 12G-SDI Ports
  • HDMI 2.1 Input & Output
The DeckLink 8K Pro G2 from Blackmagic Design is an 8K-capable PCIe capture and playback card that features four bidirectional 12G-SDI, one HDMI 2.1 input, and one HDMI 2.1 output. The versatile card supports all SD, HD, UHD, 4K, and 8K standards, making it an ideal 8K PCIe capture and playback solution designed for feature film production. When employing the free DeckLink SDK, you can configure up to four video streams in any direction, format, or frame rate up to DCI 4K60, enabling true multi-channel capture and playback.
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Blackmagic Design 8K Pro G2 Overview

The DeckLink 8K Pro G2 from Blackmagic Design is an 8K-capable PCIe capture and playback card that features four bidirectional 12G-SDI, one HDMI 2.1 input, and one HDMI 2.1 output. The versatile card supports all SD, HD, UHD, 4K, and 8K standards, making it an ideal 8K PCIe capture and playback solution designed for feature film production. When employing the free DeckLink SDK, you can configure up to four video streams in any direction, format, or frame rate up to DCI 4K60, enabling true multi-channel capture and playback.

The DeckLink 8K Pro G2 supports 8- and 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 as well as 10- and 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 with full Rec. 2020 color. The card allows working at up to 120 fps in HD and 4K, and up to 60 fps in 8K. The four 12G-SDI connections also support up to 64 channels of embedded audio. It is compatible with 8- and 16-lane PCI Express slots on macOS, Windows, and Linux systems and requires 2 PCI slots plus connection to computer power supply. The DeckLink 8K Pro G2 is ideal for the next generation of high-resolution, high frame rate, and high dynamic range workflows.

Compatible with Various Software Applications
Including: DaVinci Resolve, Fusion, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, Adobe After Effects, Avid Pro Tools, Steinberg Cubase, Autodesk Flame, Adobe Photoshop, Steinberg Nuendo, Open Broadcaster Software Studio, vMix, The Foundry Nuke, Grass Valley Edius X, Sony Catalyst Production Suite, Tools On Air Just: Play & Live & In, Softron MovieRecorder & MReplay, Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder, Telestream Wirecast, Resolume Arena, Vegas Creative Software Vegas Pro & Vegas Edit, Corel VideoStudio Pro, CyberLink PowerDirector, VidblasterX Studio & Broadcast, CasparCG Server, Magicsoft CG, Xsplit Broadcaster, DevTek Easy Media Suite, Metus Ingest, Boinx Software MimoLive, Cinegy Capture Pro, Renewed Vision ProPresenter, Ventuz Director, Class X Liveboard & Coral CG, Glookast Capturer, Nautilus Studio NEMO3D, Derivative TouchDesigner, Assimilate Scratch & Live Assist, Burst Video WebClip2Go & [REC]Marker, NewBlue Title Live & Titler Pro, SGO Mistika, and Zoom.

Please note: these are third-party applications and support may vary. Check with your software vendor to verify compatibility.

Blackmagic Design 8K Pro G2 Specs

Inputs/Outputs
Video I/O
Input/Output
4x BNC (12G-SDI) Female
Input
1x HDMI 2.1 Female
Output
1x HDMI 2.1 Female
Other I/O
Input
1x BNC (Blackburst)
Input
1x DE-9/DB-9 (RS-422)
Format Support
Video Resolution
BNC Input/Output (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YUV)
8192 x 4320 at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60 fps
7680 x 4320 at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60 fps
4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60/100/119.88/120 fps
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60/96/100/119.88/120 fps
2048 x 1080PsF at 50/59.94/60 fps
2048 x 1080 at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60/96/100/119.88/120 fps
1920 x 1080PsF at 50/59.94/60 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60/96/100/119.88/120 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94/60 fps
1280 x 720 at 50/59.94/60 fps
720 x 480i at 59.94 fps
720 x 576i at 50 fps
HDMI Input/Output (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0)
8192 x 4320 at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60 fps
7680 x 4320 at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60 fps
4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60/95/96/100/119/120 fps
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60/95/96/100/119/120 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60/95/96/100/119/120 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94/60 fps
1280 x 720 at 50/59.94/60 fps
720 x 480i at 59.94 fps
720 x 576i at 50 fps
Audio Format
Unspecified Digital Signal Input/Output: 48 kHz / 24-Bit
Embedded Audio
SDI Input: 64-Channel
SDI Output: 64-Channel
HDMI Input: 32-Channel
HDMI Output: 32-Channel
Standards
Video Standard Compliance
SMPTE: 259M/274M/292M/296M/372M/424M/425M/425M-A/425M-B/2048-1/ST 2081-10/ST 2082-11/ST 2082-12
HDR Support
Yes: Hybrid Log Gamma
Broadcast System Compatibility
NTSC, PAL
Hardware
OS Compatibility
macOS 13.0 or Later
Windows 10 or Later (64-Bit Only)
Linux
Power
Power Consumption
30 W
General
Operating Conditions
41 to 122°F / 5 to 50°C up to 90% Humidity
Storage Conditions
-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C up to 90% Humidity
Dimensions
6.41" / 16.28 cm
Weight
10.4 oz / 295 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.005 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.4 x 5.3 x 1.2"

Blackmagic Design 8K Pro G2 Reviews

Great If It Fits!

By Duty
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2025-05-28

We bought this to run our screens using ProPresenter at our church. I'm using the four SDI connectors to run 3 screens and 1 input. Blackmagic software is great once you get it running. We've learned if we're adding BMD products to our system, it's best to uninstall everything BMD and then reinstall. Same with this guy. Once permissions were enabled and restarts were done, this guy came to life and works great. If I have any complaints, it's that I bought a Sonnet PCIe external chassis and the double decker card won't fit. We pulled out the HDMI card and just installed the lower half. You might be able to make it work with a flex cable. We've ordered one, but haven't installed it yet. Overall, this is a great buy. Lots of juice for the money!

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Will this work in a Sonnet Echo Express SE I ...

Will this work in a Sonnet Echo Express SE I Thunderbolt 3 enclosure?
Asked by: Jorge
The Sonnet Echo SE IIIe is the correct chassis that supports the Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card. Sonnet Echo Express SE IIIe Thunderbolt 3 Expansion Chassis for PCIe Cards BH #SOECEXSE3ET3 • MFR #ECHO-EX-SE3E-T3
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2024-06-27

Can you do 4 inputs and one output? Will his work ...

Can you do 4 inputs and one output? Will his work with OWC Mercury Helios 3S Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Solution which is x4?
Asked by: Ken
No, when using all the Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card's four bidirectional SDI as inputs, you will not be able to create an output channel. The HDMI port shares I/O with channel #1. With all inputs being used as input signals, you will not be able to create an output via HDMI or SDI. Image of I/O: https://bhpho.to/4d6hTpD
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2025-11-25

Is this a full-length PCIe card or half-length?

Is this a full-length PCIe card or half-length?
Asked by: Elina
The Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card is full-height and the card length is 6.45". See here for the DeckLink 8K Pro G2’s technical specifications: https://bhpho.to/3YASKQ5.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2026-03-20

Will this work in a Sonnet Echo Express SE III ...

Will this work in a Sonnet Echo Express SE III Thunderbolt 3 enclosure?
Asked by: Hammad
The Sonnet Echo SE I T5 (Thunderbolt 5) chassis allows you to connect One Full-height, Half-length+ PCIe Card (Plus Daughter Card), perfect for the Blackmagic Decklink 8k Pro G2 card. If your setup requires only SDI and no HDMI connections then you could remove the daughter card from the blackmagic 8K pro G2 and use it like the G1 version which was single width which fits in all Sonnet chassis expect for the Echo Express SEL. https://www.sonnettech.com/product/echo-se1-t5/overview.html
Answered by: Katie
Date published: 2026-02-02

Can you do 5 inputs at the same time? Or do one ...

Can you do 5 inputs at the same time? Or do one of the SDI's get shut off when you use the HDMI?
Asked by: Nathaniel
The Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card can only support up to four inputs at one time, so you would not be able to use all five inputs at once.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2025-11-25

Does this include a full Davinci Resolve Studio ...

Does this include a full Davinci Resolve Studio license? Or just the "free/limited" Davinci Resolve?
Asked by: Greg
The Resolve license is not included with Decklink products.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2026-03-20

If I link together 2 outputs for an alpha key, ...

If I link together 2 outputs for an alpha key, are you saying that the g2 card doesn't bundle remaining 2 (unlike g1)?
Asked by: Jon
The Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card is identical in function to the G1, but the G2 also has an additional HDMI port.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2026-01-12

Will this work with OWC Mercury Helios 3S?

Will this work with OWC Mercury Helios 3S?
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The Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card is compatible with the OWC Mercury Helios 3S Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Solution.
Answered by: John W
Date published: 2025-09-15
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