BirdDog XL Ultra PTZ Camera with 20x Optical Zoom (White)

The BirdDog XL Ultra PTZ Camera delivers professional broadcast quality with its dual-camera system, featuring a 20x optical zoom primary lens and a built-in 100° panoramic secondary camera for simultaneous multi-angle coverage. Designed for video content creators running live productions, virtual events, and streaming workflows, this camera outputs dual 4K60 feeds across flexible connections including 12G-SDI, HDMI, NDI, and USB-C, with AI tracking that follows subjects naturally while you focus on production.

Next-Generation AI Tracking Engine

The XL Ultra's AI tracking engine delivers smooth, human-like camera movement that adapts to your content. You control the tracking speed, motion style, and sensitivity, whether following a single speaker at a conference, tracking performers across a stage, or managing panel discussions with multiple subjects. The intelligent system anticipates movement patterns and adjusts framing naturally, eliminating the robotic feel of traditional auto-tracking systems.

Dual-Camera System for Maximum Flexibility

The primary camera uses a large 4/3" 20.89MP sensor with 20x optical zoom, while the secondary panoramic camera features a 1/1.8" Sony CMOS sensor offering a 100° field of view. This dual-camera setup lets you simultaneously capture tight shots and wide angles, perfect for producing multi-angle content from a single unit or providing a safety wide shot while the PTZ follows the action.

Complete NDI Integration

Stream in NDI High-Bandwidth and NDI HX simultaneously, sending full-quality broadcast feeds to your main production system whilst distributing bandwidth-efficient streams to remote contributors, backup recorders, or web platforms. The camera supports NDI 6.1 out of the box with readiness for future protocol updates, and features Power over Ethernet++ (PoE++) for simplified single-cable installation over standard network infrastructure.

Professional Connectivity Options

The XL Ultra provides extensive output flexibility with:

• 12G-SDI and 3G-SDI via BNC connectors for broadcast-standard baseband video
• HDMI output for direct monitoring or recording
• USB-C for webcam-style integration with production software
• SFP+ connectivity supporting 12G-SDI and standard SFP modules
• 1GbE Adaptive Ethernet Port with PoE++ support

Each lens can output independently using different protocols, so you might run full NDI for the PTZ camera whilst sending the panoramic view via SRT or HDMI to separate destinations.

Broadcast-Ready Colour Profiles

The camera includes professionally tuned colour profiles designed to match common looks in broadcast and production environments. When integrating the XL Ultra into multi-camera setups or established workflows, these profiles ensure colour consistency across your entire production without extensive grading or matching work in post.

Intuitive NDI PTZ Control

Control your BirdDog camera directly from iPad or iPhone using the dedicated NDI PTZ Control app. Pan, tilt, zoom, save and recall preset positions, preview camera feeds in full screen, and access complete colour matrix tools and settings. This wireless control solution keeps operators mobile during productions whilst maintaining precise camera control.

What's Included

• BirdDog XL Ultra PTZ Camera with 20x Optical Zoom & Secondary Built-In Panoramic Camera (White)
• Limited 5-Year Manufacturer Warranty