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Blackmagic’s Camera ProDock Turns iPhone 17 Pro Into a Genlocked, Rig-Ready Production Camera

Priced around $295, the dock brings genlock plus timecode to slot the iPhone 17 Pro into synchronized multicam or LED-wall shoots.

Overview

  • The ProDock adds full-size HDMI, BNC for genlock and timecode, three USB-C ports, and 3.5 mm mic and headphone jacks to the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max.
  • Dedicated sync inputs let iPhones align frame timing with other cameras and virtual-production LED walls to avoid flicker and streamline post.
  • An intelligent 12V locking power input feeds the dock, the iPhone, and connected USB-C accessories for extended on-set use.
  • External SSD recording and tight integration with the Blackmagic Camera app support ProRes and ProRes RAW with workflows into Blackmagic Cloud and DaVinci Resolve.
  • Blackmagic lists a $295 price through resellers and Apple, with Apple’s store showing a “coming soon” listing at $299.95 during the initial rollout.