BUYERS’ GUIDE
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SONY SRG-A40
Winner of numerous accolades – including the Best of ISE 2023 and Best of Show at Infocomm 2023 – the Sony SRG-A40 uses built-in AI analytics and auto-tracking technology to create well-composed shots without the need for an operator. The camera comes with three preset options – full-body, waist and close-up – to ensure the subject is always intentionally framed. Recording in 4K (up to 30x zoom) and Full HD (up to 40x) on an Exmor R CMOS sensor, users can expect high-quality images from the SRG-A40, even at a distance.
Key features Auto-tracking and intelligent framing Integrated tally lamp to indicate shooting status High-speed pan and tilt 70° field of view 40x optical zoom at HD; 30x optical zoom at 4K
BIRDDOG X1 ULTRA
Launched at NAB Show 2024, Birddog’s X1 Ultra is the brand’s latest 4K PTZ with AI tracking, wireless connectivity and a slew of other exciting features. A real standout for live production – particularly multicam scenarios – the camera displays a green light just before going live, allowing presenters to see exactly where to look. It also handles simultaneous decoding, ridding operators of guesswork with enhanced confidence monitoring. The X1 Ultra (sister of the X1, an identical product save for its lower resolution) is now shipping worldwide.
Key features Simultaneous decoding Cue lighting to alert presenters and operators 70° field of view 12x optical zoom at 4K Priced at $1495
PTZOPTICS MOVE 4K
Perhaps PTZOptics’ leading product, the Move 4K comes with 12x, 20x or 30x optical zoom. The camera also features PTZOptics’ Presenter Lock, tracking a specific subject from up to 300ft away, even when others are in-frame. With a number of mounting options, the camera can discreetly capture footage from various angles, suiting a variety of production scenarios and eliminating an operator altogether. The Move 4K also features a built-in tally light and a range of wired outputs.
Key features 12x, 20x and 30x optical zoom 72.5° field of view at 12x Auto-tracking and Presenter Lock technology Designed for indoor environments SDI, HDMI, USB and IP outputs, plus native NDI
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