PIXBOOM Spark Accessories: Power, Lighting, Rigging and Support

Last updated: 10 October 2026. Camera specifications are from PIXBOOM's published information as reported at launch; accessory details from Anton/Bauer, Litepanels, Wooden Camera, Teradek, SmallHD and Sachtler. Check the linked product pages for live Australian pricing and stock.

The PIXBOOM Spark is a compact Super 35 global shutter high-speed camera with an integrated V-Mount battery plate and a 12G-SDI output. That makes it simple to build around: the big decisions are battery capacity for long high-speed days, a monitoring and wireless path off the SDI, bright, flicker-free lighting, and rock solid support. Here is how to build one out from the Black Flag Distribution range.

The Spark in brief

The Spark uses a 14.2 MP Super 35 BSI global shutter sensor (4.6K open gate, 4608 x 3072) with dual native ISO and more than 13 stops of quoted dynamic range. Headline speeds are 670 fps at 4.6K open gate, 887 fps at DCI 4K and 2,182 fps at 2K 2.37:1, with a pre-record buffer of a few seconds for moments you cannot time.

For building a rig, these are the specs that matter:

Specs are from launch coverage of PIXBOOM's announcement, so check the final production specifications with PIXBOOM before committing to a build.

Power: V-Mount batteries straight on the camera

Because the V-Mount plate is built into the body, Anton Bauer V-Mount batteries click straight onto the back of the Spark. No adaptor plate, no bracket.

• Everyday shooting: Anton Bauer Titon batteries are the sensible default, light enough to keep the rig compact.
• Long high-speed days: Anton Bauer Dionic XT batteries give more capacity and current headroom. High frame rate recording works the camera hard, and accessory makers building for the Spark recommend high-current batteries, so this is the safer choice once a monitor and wireless transmitter are drawing from the same battery.
• Lightest builds: Titon Micro batteries suit a stripped rig on a gimbal, arm or car mount. Check runtime against your full accessory load before you rely on them.
• Powering accessories: run a monitor or transmitter off the battery's P-Tap, and add the Wooden Camera 1 to 4 D-Tap Splitter Cable when you have more than one device to feed.
• Charging: the Anton Bauer QUAD 6A charger keeps four batteries cycling on a big day, or a Dual charger for smaller kits.

Do not use 26V batteries on the Spark. The camera's DC input is specified at 15 to 24 V, so Anton Bauer Dionic 26V batteries are for 26V cameras such as the ALEXA 35, not this one. The same range applies if you power the Spark from a mains supply or block battery through the DC input, so check the output voltage before you plug in.

Need more power outputs at the camera? Spark-specific power distribution boxes are available from third-party makers; talk to us and we can help you weigh up the options alongside an Anton Bauer setup. Our Anton Bauer battery guide covers mounts and capacities.

Lighting for high speed: bright and flicker-free

High-speed shooting asks two things of your lights. First, brightness: at the same shutter angle, every doubling of frame rate costs a stop, so a shot at 1,000 fps needs dramatically more light than the same shot at 25 fps. The Spark's BSI sensor and dual native ISO help, but light is still the biggest variable on a high-speed set. Second, flicker-free output: at very high frame rates, any light with an unstable output shows up as flicker or banding that is invisible at normal speeds. A cheap LED that looks fine at 25 fps can ruin a 1,000 fps take.

Our pick for the Spark is Litepanels Gemini Hard. Litepanels specifies Gemini as flicker-free at any frame rate, shutter angle and dimming level from 100% down to 0.1%, and the Hard models put out a lot of punchy, controllable light.

• Litepanels Gemini 2x1 Hard: the big hitter. A 500W RGBWW head that Litepanels rates at up to 23,000 lux at 3 m, with a 20 degree hard beam that switches to a soft 100 degree wash with the included diffusers. This is the light to key a high-speed set. Also available with a pole-operated yoke for grid rigging.
• Litepanels Gemini 1x1 Hard: the same flicker-free performance in a smaller head, ideal for fill, backlight and tabletop or product slow motion. Bank two or four together with the Dual Array or Quad Array kits when you need more output from one position.
• Shaping: Gemini 2x1 Barn Doors, the 60 degree Honeycomb and the Snapbag Softbox for Gemini 2x1 Hard control spill, and LEE Filters gels and diffusion fine-tune colour and softness. Our guide to creative ways to use LEE Filters has slow motion friendly ideas such as water caustics and polariser art.

Always test before you roll. Even with flicker-free fixtures, check every light in the scene, including practicals and any existing site lighting, at the exact frame rate and shutter you plan to shoot.

Wireless video and monitoring: Teradek and SmallHD

High-speed work lives and dies on playback review: the director, client and VFX supervisor all want to see the shot before you go again. The Spark's 12G-SDI output makes that easy.

• Wireless video: the Teradek Bolt 7 1500 TX/RX takes the 12G-SDI feed for zero-delay video to video village, with extra Bolt 7 750 receivers for the director or client. Connect with a short Wooden Camera coiled BNC cable.
• On-camera monitor: the top touchscreen is fine for setup, but an operator monitor makes framing fast action far easier. The SmallHD Ultra 7 is bright enough for exteriors; the SmallHD Cine 7 suits a full cine build. For a compact rig, the SmallHD Ultra 5 keeps weight down.
• All-in-one option: the SmallHD Ultra 5 Bolt 6 TX 750 combines an on-camera monitor and wireless transmitter in one unit, which saves weight and cabling on arms and car rigs.
• Video village: SmallHD Cine 13, Cine 18 and Cine 24 4K monitors give the room a big, accurate picture for judging slow motion detail.
• Mounting the monitor: the Light Widow Horizon Monitor Mount Kit keeps the screen level as the camera tilts.

Rigging and support: Wooden Camera, Light Widow and Sachtler

At the time of writing there is no Spark-specific Wooden Camera cage, so the smart move is a modular build from universal parts that will move to your next camera too. Confirm the thread sizes on your body before ordering.

• Handle and rails: the Wooden Camera Top Handle (3/8"-16) gives a carry point and low mode grip, and a Wooden Camera Safety NATO Rail (150mm) adds a quick spot for a monitor or handle.
• Rods and lens support: Wooden Camera 15mm LW rod clamps carry a follow focus, and the Universal Lens Support takes the weight off the mount with heavier PL glass.
• Focus: the Wooden Camera Zip Focus (15mm LW) handles manual pulls. For wireless lens control, the Light Widow FIZLock mounts lens motors quickly.
• Matte box: the Wooden Camera UMB-1 Universal Mattebox controls flare and takes filters, which matters when you are pushing a lot of light into a high-speed set.
• Quick release: the Wooden Camera Touch and Go System moves the camera between tripod, slider and dolly in seconds, and is compatible with Sachtler 35 and O'Connor 120mm Euro plates.

On sticks: stability first. Slow motion magnifies everything. One second of real time shot at 1,000 fps plays back as 40 seconds at 25 fps, so any wobble, vibration or bounce in the legs is stretched out on screen for all to see. Choose rigid legs and a head with plenty of payload headroom, rather than the lightest option that will technically hold the camera. The Sachtler aktiv10 flowtech100 is our recommended system for the Spark: solid with a cine zoom, matte box and monitor on board, with room to grow. The aktiv8 flowtech75 suits a stripped compact build with a light prime. Our fluid head by payload guide helps you match the head to your rig weight.

A complete Spark kit at a glance

Frequently asked questions

Can I use Anton Bauer V-Mount batteries on the PIXBOOM Spark?

Yes. The Spark has an integrated V-Mount battery plate, so Anton Bauer Titon, Titon Micro and Dionic XT V-Mount batteries fit directly with no adaptor.

Can I use Gold Mount or 26V batteries?

Not directly. The built-in plate is V-Mount, and the DC input is specified at 15 to 24 V, so 26V batteries are not suitable. If your fleet is Gold Mount, talk to us about the options before you buy.

What lights work for high-speed shooting?

You need lights that are both bright and flicker-free at very high frame rates. We recommend Litepanels Gemini 2x1 Hard and Gemini 1x1 Hard, which Litepanels specifies as flicker-free at any frame rate, shutter angle and dimming level. Always test at your exact frame rate before rolling.

What wireless video system suits the Spark?

The Teradek Bolt 7 takes the Spark's 12G-SDI output directly. For compact rigs, the SmallHD Ultra 5 Bolt 6 TX 750 combines monitor and transmitter in one unit.

What tripod do I need?

Prioritise stability over light weight, because slow motion magnifies any wobble. We recommend the Sachtler aktiv10 flowtech100 for most Spark builds, with the aktiv8 flowtech75 for a stripped compact rig.

Where to buy in Australia

Black Flag Distribution is the official Australian distributor of the professional film, television and production brands featured in this guide. We support our valued specialist retail partners and prefer that you purchase through them wherever possible: use the store finder to locate your nearest authorised dealer. If you would rather buy direct, we can also facilitate your order.

Questions about building a Spark rig? Email sales@blkflag.com.au.