What is the PIXBOOM Spark?

The Pixboom Spark is a professional-grade high-speed cinema camera that shoots 4K at 1000fps and 2K at 1800fps. Built around an S35 BSI sensor with a global shutter, it delivers slow-motion performance in a compact 1.1kg body — starting at $13,999.

How much does the PIXBOOM Spark cost?

The Pixboom Spark starts at $13,999 USD, which includes the camera body, a Pixboom Pro Card 2.5TB storage drive, and your choice of lens mount adapter (E, EF, or PL).

Who is the PIXBOOM Spark designed for?

Spark is built for filmmakers, commercial directors, sports and wildlife cinematographers, scientific researchers, and content creators who need professional slow-motion capabilities. Whether you're shooting commercials, music videos, nature documentaries, or live events, Spark delivers professional-level high-speed imaging without the Phantom price tag.

What makes Pixboom Spark technically different from standard cinema cameras?

Most high-speed cameras rely on RAM buffers, limiting recording time to a few seconds. Spark uses a proprietary RAW format for unlimited recording, constrained only by the onboard SSD. Its BSI sensor requires just 25% of the light normally needed for slow-motion, and a global shutter eliminates rolling shutter distortion entirely. The result: a single camera that handles everything from handheld run-and-gun to complex rig setups.

Where can I see Pixboom Spark footage or meet the team?

Explore real-world slow-motion footage shot on Pixboom Spark in the Slow-mo Archive at pixboom.com. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook for creator stories and demos. Join the Pixboom Community to stay updated on upcoming events, screenings, and launch announcements — and to connect directly with filmmakers using Spark in the field.

How does Pixboom Spark compare to the Freefly Ember?

The Freefly Ember S5K is priced at $17,995 and shoots 4K at 800fps. Pixboom Spark starts at $13,999 — with a 2.5TB Pro Card and lens mount adapter already included — and shoots 4K at 1000fps. On-set media swaps on the Ember require proprietary Freefly SSDs at an additional $1,649–$3,849 per drive. Spark's S35 BSI sensor also requires just 25% of the light normally needed for slow-motion work, and supports interchangeable E, EF, and PL mounts — versus Ember's EF-only system. Spark was awarded Best of Show at NAB 2025 and IBC 2025 by Newsshooter and CineD.