# Pro-Grade Slow-Motion Cameras The Pixboom Spark Has a 4.6K Super 35 Sensor By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2026-02-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixboom-spark References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/pixboom-spark-slow-motion-camera/) & [pixboom](https://www.pixboom.com)  The Pixboom [Spark](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airconduction-openear) slow-motion camera is a [professional-grade piece of photography equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boundaries-of-imaging-technology) that's engineered to put high-end performance capabilities into the hands of any user. The unit is engineered with a 4.6K Super [35](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ursa-mini-pro-12k) sensor that has a global shutter and is rated to capture 670fps at full resolution, 1000fps at 4K and up to 1,800fps at 2K resolution. The camera utilizes a backside illuminated sensor that will capture clean footage in low light with more than 13 stops of dynamic range. The Pixboom Spark slow-motion camera has a two-second pre-record buffer that will ensure moments are captured with perfect takes. The camera weighs in at less than 2.4-pounds thanks to its aluminum body and is priced at $12,999. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 65% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Accessible Pro-grade Slow-motion:** A shift toward professional slow-motion capabilities at consumer-accessible price points is enabling high-quality cinematic techniques to be used across independent and small-studio productions. - **High-speed Imaging Miniaturization:** Compact, lightweight designs that retain high frame rates and large sensors are opening possibilities for aerial, handheld, and multi-camera deployment in constrained environments. - **Advanced Low-light Cinematography:** Backside illuminated sensors with extended dynamic range are facilitating clean, high-frame-rate capture in dim conditions previously unsuitable for slow-motion work. ### Where This Applies - **Film and Television Production:** High-resolution, high-frame-rate cameras priced for broader adoption are altering production workflows by enabling more frequent use of slow-motion for narrative and commercial content. - **Sports Analytics and Broadcast:** Ultra-high-frame-rate capture combined with compact form factors is enabling more granular motion analysis and dramatic replays in live sports coverage and performance coaching. - **Security and Surveillance:** Fast global-shutter sensors with improved low-light performance are allowing forensic-quality motion capture for incident reconstruction and low-visibility monitoring. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tiny Cube Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-go-ultra.md) - [Video Projector Camera Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-creator-video-projector-camera.md) - [Pocket-Sized Pro Photography Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-mini-5-pro.md) - [Immersive 360 camera debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osmo-360.md) - [Lightweight 360-Degree Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-x4-air.md) - [Compact Versatile Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canon-eos-c50.md) - [Hummingbird Camera Feeders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hum-bloom.md) - [Projected Photo Canvas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixybeam.md) - [Extreme Condition Creator Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtra-atto.md)