Blackmagic Design ATEM Micro Camera Panel

A "Micro" Format Bringing Broadcast Control to the ATEM Range

Designed to fit naturally into live production workflows, the ATEM Micro Camera Panel offers a compact control surface dedicated to camera operation while remaining consistent with the ATEM ecosystem. Where a lightweight control room often requires mouse adjustments or speed compromises, this panel puts control "at your fingertips": direct access to key parameters, immediate visual cues, and a studio-friendly logic.

Its philosophy is clear: regain the efficiency of a broadcast-style camera panel but in a portable, easy-to-deploy chassis. The innovation here is not just compactness: it's the combination of Bluetooth 5.1 LE connectivity and an internal battery that makes camera control credible in mobile setups without constant reliance on mains power.

What Uses Is the ATEM Micro Camera Panel Designed For?

This panel is aimed at directors, technical managers, and camera operators who need to maintain visual consistency across multiple cameras in live contexts. It is particularly relevant for events, multicam streaming, corporate capture, educational production, or news formats-any situation requiring quick reactions to lighting changes and camera discrepancies.

On a compact set, in a conference room, in a lightweight OB van, or on a mobile installation, it standardizes settings without interrupting the flow. Thanks to its small footprint and controlled power consumption, it fits easily into already dense setups while providing real operational security via the "Panel Active" lock.

Live Image Control: Precision, Recall, and ATEM Integration

Complete Camera Control for a Stable and Consistent Image

The ATEM Micro Camera Panel provides access to adjustments that make the difference between a "decent" capture and a truly mastered output. Iris control, with automatic iris and "Coarse" function, facilitates quick adjustments while maintaining the finesse needed for delicate scenes. You also have essential correction and balancing parameters: black level, master gain, white balance, black balance, and RGB balance to harmonize the entire camera fleet.

To adapt to shooting conditions, the panel covers a wide shutter range and includes ND filter management. A modification button grants access to flare, useful for fine-tuning the look when contrasts and light sources become challenging. Finally, the presence of 5 recallable scenes per camera helps quickly restore consistent looks (interview, scene, presentation, mixed lighting) without starting from scratch at each change.

Fast Multicam Selection and Immediate Visual Cues

In multicam setups, selection speed is critical. The 8 NKK buttons allow instant camera recall with a clear, repeatable workflow. The number display and integrated tally (green off-air, red on-air) provide immediate visual cues, useful when pressure rises or multiple people operate the control room.

Buttons are assignable via the utility, allowing you to adapt the layout to your configuration: numbering, input matching, or operational habits. The result: fewer errors, faster corrections, and consistent settings maintained throughout a live event.

Studio Ergonomics: 3-Axis Joystick, Preview, and Security

The 3-axis joystick enables fine, natural adjustments live, with a control feel close to broadcast environments. The preview button secures choices before applying them, limiting visible on-air variations and helping to work cleanly even during rapid transitions.

The "Panel Active" lock completes the package by protecting your settings: a concrete advantage whenever the panel is handled in real conditions (crowded set, movement, operator changes, or temporary setups).

Connectivity: Wireless for Speed, USB Type-C for Reliability

Integration with ATEM software is designed to adapt to the field. Via Bluetooth 5.1 LE, setup is quick-ideal for mobile configurations where every cable counts. Via USB Type-C, you prioritize a stable wired connection while retaining access to firmware updates and power/charging through the port.

Technical specifications

Type

Digital control surface

Computer interface	USB Type-C.	ND filters	0, 2, 4, 6.
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.1 LE.	Shutter range	1/24 to 1/2000.
Software updates	1 x USB Type-C for firmware updates.	White balance range	2,500 K to 10,000 K.
Camera selection buttons	8 x NKK buttons, assignable via utility.	Recallable scenes	5 per camera.
Camera number display	green off-air, red on-air.	Operating systems	macOS 14.0 Sonoma, macOS 15.0 Sequoia or later.
3-axis joystick	1.	Power supply	internal battery with switch.
Preview button	1.	Power consumption	max 4 W.
Panel lock	"Panel Active" button.	Battery life	minimum 3 hours (normal usage conditions).
Iris control	automatic iris, "Coarse" function.	Operating temperature	5degC to 40degC (41degF to 104degF).
Iris aperture	CLS f32 to f1.2.	Storage temperature	-20degC to 45degC (-4degF to 113degF).
Gain range	-12 dB to +32 dB.	Relative humidity	0% to 90% non-condensing.