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Black PTZ camera with 12x optical zoom lens and matte finish

BirdDog

BirdDog Max 12X PTZ Camera Black 8.29MP 4K NDI|HX3

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A 4K PTZ camera with 12x optical zoom and 8.29MP Sony sensor for professional video production

  • Sony 1/2.8" CMOS sensor delivers 8.29MP 4K Ultra HD clarity
  • 12x optical zoom captures distant detail with maintained focus
  • HDMI, USB-C UVC 1.1 and network ports integrate with diverse workflows
  • Ethernet, RS232, RS485 and TYPE-C UVC 1.1 enable flexible VISCA, VISCA-IP and NDI control
  • Best-in-class wide-angle lens covers rooms of any size for meetings or broadcasts

Professional 4K PTZ Camera

The BirdDog MAX 12X PTZ Camera in black is an 8.29MP 4K Ultra HD camera designed for professional video applications. It features a Sony 1/2.8" CMOS sensor, 12x optical zoom, and NDI|HX3 support for low-latency IP video workflows. Connectivity includes HDMI, USB-C UVC 1.1, and 10/100M Ethernet interfaces.

Meeting Rooms & Studios

This camera suits boardrooms, broadcast studios, and video conferencing setups requiring versatile control via VISCA, VISCA-IP, NDI, RS232, or RS485 protocols. The wide-angle lens captures rooms of various sizes effectively. Buyers needing SDI output, genlock, or greater than 12x optical zoom should evaluate other models.

12x Optical Zoom Range

The 12x optical zoom allows operators to capture intricate details from a distance while maintaining exceptional clarity and focus throughout the zoom range. This specification determines whether the camera covers the required field of view for a specific venue or production setup.

Highlights

  • Sony 1/2.8" CMOS sensor delivers 8.29MP 4K Ultra HD clarity
  • 12x optical zoom captures distant detail with maintained focus
  • HDMI, USB-C UVC 1.1 and network ports integrate with diverse workflows
  • Ethernet, RS232, RS485 and TYPE-C UVC 1.1 enable flexible VISCA, VISCA-IP and NDI control
  • Best-in-class wide-angle lens covers rooms of any size for meetings or broadcasts

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How often will the 12x optical zoom mechanism need servicing?

The zoom mechanism has no user-serviceable parts and requires no scheduled maintenance under normal operation.

What limits continuous 4K streaming over the 100M Ethernet link?

The 100M Ethernet port caps sustained bandwidth, so prolonged 4K NDI

Does the camera run hot or loud when left on all day?

The unit uses passive cooling with no internal fan, so it stays silent and surface temperatures remain low during extended use.

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