12g SDI vs 3G SDI
The main difference between a 12G SDI cable and a 3G SDI cable is the amount of data they can transmit. A 12G SDI cable can transmit up to 12 gigabits per second of data, while a 3G SDI cable can only transmit up to 3 gigabits per second.
This means that a 12G SDI cable is capable of transmitting higher resolution and higher frame rate video signals than a 3G SDI cable. For example, a 12G SDI cable can transmit 4K video at 60 frames per second, while a 3G SDI cable can only transmit 4K video at 30 frames per second.
In terms of physical differences, a 12G SDI cable typically has a larger diameter and heavier weight than a 3G SDI cable due to the additional data channels. Additionally, 12G SDI cables are generally more expensive than 3G SDI cables due to their higher data capacity and specialized construction.
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