BirdDog Max Black 4K UHD PTZ Camera with 12x Zoom, 90° field of view

The BirdDog Max Black PTZ camera combines a 1" Sony Exmor R CMOS sensor with 4K UHD resolution and 12x optical zoom, delivering broadcast-quality video over NDI, 12G-SDI, and HDMI 2.0. Its 90° wide-angle field of view and precise pan-tilt movement make it ideal for live production, houses of worship, and corporate AV.

Highlights

• 4K UHD at 30fps with 1" Sony Exmor R CMOS sensor
• 12x optical zoom and 90° horizontal field of view
• Simultaneous NDI, 12G-SDI, and HDMI 2.0 outputs
• NDI 5 support with low latency and high efficiency
• PoE++ (802.3bt) or 12V DC power options
• 255 presets and front/rear tally lights

In daily use

Operators benefit from a wide pan range of ±175° and tilt from +90° to -30°, enabling flexible camera placement. Electronic image stabilization keeps shots steady, while the 3.5mm stereo line input allows embedding audio directly into the video stream. Control is possible via NDI, VISCA over IP, or RS422/RS232.

Full specifications

• Sensor: 1" Sony Exmor R CMOS
• Max resolution: 4K UHD (3840 x 2160)
• Max frame rate: 30fps at 4K
• Optical zoom: 12x
• Horizontal field of view (wide): 71°
• Minimum illumination: 0.05 Lux
• Pan range: ±175°
• Tilt range: +90° to -30°
• Video outputs: NDI, 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0
• Audio input: 3.5mm stereo line in
• Control protocols: NDI, VISCA over IP, RS422/RS232
• Power: PoE++ (802.3bt), 12V DC
• Presets: 255
• Tally light: front and rear
• Image stabilization: electronic
• Mounting: desktop, ceiling, wall

Final note

The BirdDog Max Black is a professional PTZ camera built for reliable, high-quality video production in any environment.