BirdDog X1 PTZ Camera with 20x Zoom in Black
- 20x Zoom & 1080p60 Resolution
- AI Auto Framing
- PoE Support
- Exceptional Low-Light Performance
- Wi-Fi 5 & NDI|HX3 Support
- HDMI & USB/UVC Outputs
- Built-In Halo Tally
- Colour Matrix, API & Kelvin Control
Note: Pre-Order. Estimated availability Late April / May 2024
Details
The BirdDog X1 PTZ Camera in Black is a high-performance camera with features ideal for professional video conferencing, live streaming, and broadcast productions. It boasts a 20x zoom 1080p resolution sensor with AI auto-framing to keep you in focus, even during dynamic presentations. HDR bracketing ensures clear images in challenging lighting conditions, while the built-in 2.93" E-Ink display provides easy viewing of camera settings. For versatile connectivity, the BirdDog X1 offers Wi-Fi 5, NDI HX3 over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, ONVIF support, HDMI output, and USB/UVC output for direct connection to conferencing platforms like Zoom and Teams. PoE (Power over Ethernet) simplifies installation, and API control enables integration with production systems. Additionally, the camera delivers exceptional low-light performance, making it suitable for use in dimly lit environments.
Integrated NDI Decoder
The camera features an NDI|HX decoder designed specifically for confidence monitoring, return feeds, or teleprompter usage. All the connectivity is contained in a single cable, radically simplifying how you interface with your equipment. Less gear. Less hassle.
AI Tracking
Keep your subject in focus with AI tracking technology, intelligently following your subject's movements in real-time. Whether you're orchestrating a live event, capturing spontaneous moments in a hybrid environment, or hunting down sports action, AI tracking helps you get well framed.
Wi-Fi Connectivity
No need to use cables to capture every shot. On top of regular Ethernet with PoE, the camera boasts built-in Wi-Fi functionality. Easily capture shots from spots where it's hard to run a cable, seamlessly integrating into any environment.
NDI|HX2 & NDI|HX3 Integration
Achieve superior network performance via NDI|HX2 and NDI|HX3 integration. You get significantly reduced network impact and excellent image quality for a more user-friendly experience in more network environments.
Built-In Halo Tally Light
A visible and effective halo tally system is prominent with a large, daylight visible border, and an interchangeable, illuminated numbering system. Your cast and crew will always know where to look to keep you audience engaged and your look polished.
Specifications
Image Sensor | 1/2.8"-Type CMOS |
Horizontal Resolution (TV Lines) | 1080 TV Lines |
Sensor Resolution | Effective: 2.07 Megapixel (1920 x 1080) |
IR Cut Filter | No |
Built-In ND Filter | No |
Focus Control | Autofocus Manual Focus |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 50 dB |
Focal Length | 5.5 to 110mm |
Optical Zoom Ratio | 20x |
Field of View | Horizontal: 55.8 to 3.2° Vertical: 32.2 to 1.8° Diagonal: 61 to 3.64° |
Maximum Aperture | f/1.6 to 3.5 |
Broadcast Output | NTSC/PAL |
IP Streaming | NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, RTMP, RTSP 1920 x 1080 at 60p |
Presets | 255 |
Move Speed | Pan: 0.1 to 80°/sec Tilt: 0.1 to 60°/sec |
Movement Range | Pan: -175 to 175° Tilt: -90 to 90° |
Tally Light | Yes |
Supported Control Protocols | ONVIF Profile S RS-232 RS-485 |
Video I/O | 1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output |
Other I/O | 1x USB-C 1x RJ45 (NDI) |
Built-In Speaker | No |
PoE Support | PoE 802.3af |
Power I/O | 1x RJ45 (12VDC at 2 A) Input |
Power Consumption | 13 W |
Storage Temperature | 14 to -40°F / -10 to -40°C |
Operating Humidity | 20 to 80% |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10.2 x 8.5 x 7.8" / 260 x 217 x 197 mm |
Weight | 2.98 lb / 1.35 kg |