
Nail Focus and Exposure With the Blackmagic Design Video Assist 5" 12G-SDI/HDMI HDR Recording Monitor – 5-inch size
The Blackmagic Design Video Assist 5" 12G-SDI/HDMI HDR is an on-camera monitor built to help you see exactly what you are shooting — supplied as genuine Australian stock with local warranty. Add professional monitoring and high-quality recording to virtually any camera with the Video Assist 5" 12G-SDI/HDMI HDR Recording Monitor from Blackmagic Design.
Why You’ll Love It
- See exactly what you are shooting — it features a bright 5", 1920 x 1080 display with 2500 cd/m² brightness to help you frame and focus your shots, and…
- Judge focus and exposure accurately — you can monitor and record HDR video up to DCI 4K, UHD 4K, 2K, or HD 10-bit 4:2:2 and up to 16…
- Connect to professional cameras — the Video Assist records using a single high-speed UHS-II SD slot to SDHC/XC memory cards.
- Mount it anywhere on your rig — 5-inch size.
Key Features
Design & Materials
Add professional monitoring and high-quality recording to virtually any camera with the Video Assist 5" 12G-SDI/HDMI HDR Recording Monitor from Blackmagic Design. It features a bright 5", 1920 x 1080 display with 2500 cd/m² brightness to help you frame and focus your shots, and provides 12G-SDI and HDMI inputs for recording the…
Performance Specs
- You can monitor and record HDR video up to DCI 4K, UHD 4K, 2K, or HD 10-bit 4:2:2 and up to 16 channels of…
- The Video Assist records using a single high-speed UHS-II SD slot to SDHC/XC memory cards
- 5-inch size
What’s Included
The Blackmagic Design Video Assist 5" 12G-SDI/HDMI HDR as listed in the product name, with the manufacturer’s standard accessories. Ask our team if you need the exact box contents before ordering.
Perfect For
- Camera operators and focus pullers
- Directors and clients on set
- Solo shooters who need a bigger, brighter screen
How It Stands Out
A good monitor saves takes — this one gives you a clearer view than a built-in camera screen, with the connections listed below. Unlike grey imports, every on-camera monitor we sell is genuine Australian stock with the official local manufacturer’s warranty, priced in AUD including GST. It is in stock at our Melbourne warehouse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cameras does it work with?
Any camera with a matching video output (HDMI or SDI as listed in the specs).
How is it powered?
See Performance Specs for its power input; batteries and plates are sold separately unless listed as included.
Is the Blackmagic Design Video Assist 5" 12G-SDI/HDMI HDR genuine Australian stock?
Yes. Every product is 100% genuine Australian stock with the official local manufacturer’s warranty.
How long does delivery take?
This item is in stock at our Melbourne warehouse and ships with StarTrack Express — free on orders over $500 AUD.
Technical Specifications
Need the full manufacturer specification sheet for this model? Ask our Melbourne gear desk on 0489 989 442 and we will send it through.
Australian Warranty & Support
Blackmagic Design lists the warranty for each product in its technical specifications. Contact us for the terms that apply to this model before you order.
These benefits are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Accessories and consumable parts can carry different terms, and manufacturer terms can change, so check the official terms for your purchase date.
Blackmagic Design support- Full official Australian manufacturer warranty with local repair centers.
- Australian Consumer Law (ACL) consumer guarantees apply to all purchases.
- Complimentary technical setup assistance via Melbourne gear desk.
Estimated Delivery
- Melbourne Metro
- 1 business day (same-day courier available)
- Sydney, Canberra & Brisbane Metro
- 1 – 2 business days (StarTrack Overnight)
- Adelaide & Hobart Metro
- 1 – 2 business days
- Perth & Darwin Metro
- 2 – 3 business days
- Regional & Remote Australia
- 2 – 4 business days
- New Zealand
- 3 – 7 business days
- Asia (selected countries)
- 5 – 10 business days
- Europe & United Kingdom
- 7 – 14 business days
- North & South America
- 7 – 14 business days
- Africa
- 10 – 20 business days
Orders placed before 2:00 PM AEST on business days are normally dispatched the same day. International delivery times are estimates from dispatch, and we confirm the international shipping cost before you pay. Import duties, taxes and customs fees charged by the destination country are the buyer’s responsibility. Some products, such as drones, radios and lithium batteries, have export or carrier restrictions; we confirm any restriction before you pay.
We cannot ship to: North Korea, Iran, Syria, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Crimea, Donetsk and Luhansk regions. See the full delivery & shipping policy.