Bolin Technology: reference-grade PTZ flagship cameras, weatherproof PTZ outdoor cameras, and PTZ premium cameras for broadcast and Pro AV

Across live studios, sports venues, and IP-centric control rooms, Bolin Technology has become “the PTZ camera brand” by pairing broadcast imaging with robust AV over IP. The company operates as 2082 Technology LLC (DBA Bolin Technology) and publicly positions itself around high-fidelity video, flexible connectivity, and precise control for professional workflows.

Origins trace back to specialist manufacturing in the early 2000s, with a long focus on integrated pan-tilt-zoom systems and IP transport. Industry coverage also credits Bolin with early 4K integrated PTZ shipping to the U.S. market mid-2010s—an indicator of the brand’s longstanding emphasis on image quality and standards-based connectivity.

Platform strengths: baseband + IP, low-latency codecs, studio-ready control

Bolin’s current lines merge simultaneous 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, SFP optical SDI, and IP streaming with FPGA-based FAST HEVC for high-quality, low-bandwidth delivery over RTSP, RTMP, SRT, ONVIF, and MPEG-TS. This duality lets teams run native SDI while feeding IP backhaul, monitoring, or contribution streams without add-on converters. FreeD support enables camera tracking for AR/VR and virtual sets.

Professional Studio PTZ Camera Red-Line (R9 Series): flagship imaging for studios and virtual production

The R9-420F captures 4K60 with a 20x optical block and outputs via 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, optical SDI, and IP (FAST HEVC). The R9-418F leverages a 1″ 4K image block for noise-controlled highlights and rich color at up to 4K30/Full HD; the R9-230H targets FHD at up to 1080p60 with strong low-light performance. All support FreeD for tracking and are built for AV-over-IP and baseband simultaneously; the line also lists IEC-60601 suitability for clinical environments.

Professional Outdoor PTZ (EX-Ultra & Gen3): extreme environments, clean optics, rock-solid telemetry

For stadium roofs, towers, and outdoor broadcast positions, the EX-Ultra family couples large-sensor imaging with a sealed IP67 chassis, hidden rain wiper, heater/defroster, and wind-load survivability up to 60 m/s (≈ 216 km/h). Operating range spans –40 °C to +60 °C. Models include: EXU420F (4K60, 20x), EXU248F (1″ 4K sensor, 48x in FHD), and EXU230H (FHD 30x) with simultaneous SDI/HDMI/IP and FAST HEVC for glass-to-glass low latency.

Workflow details matter outdoors: the EX-Ultra documentation specifies IP streaming (RTSP/RTMP/SRT/MPEG-TS), 10-bit 4:2:2 pipeline options, and PoE++/24 V supply guidance for cold starts—use DC power when ambient temperature drops well below freezing.

Professional NDI® PTZ Camera Line: HX3 and High-Bandwidth, NDI 6 ready

Bolin’s NDI lineup spans NDI High-Bandwidth and NDI|HX3 models—indoors (R9) and outdoors (EX-Ultra)—with “NDI 6 ready” status. NDI High-Bandwidth uses SpeedHQ with indicative data rates around ~130 Mb/s (1080p60) and ~250 Mb/s (2160p60), while HX3 delivers lower bandwidth and very low latency using H.264/H.265. Cameras include R9-420N (4K60 HB), R9-418N (1″ 4K HB), R9-230NX (FHD HX3), and outdoor EXU420N (4K60 HB) and EXU248N (1″ 4K HB).

ProAV PTZ Blue-Line: premium core features at accessible budgets

The Blue-Line balances cost and pro standards for corporate AV, EDU, and light broadcast. Examples: B6-420 (4K60, 20x, HDMI 2.0/USB/IP), B7-220 (FHD 20x with SDI/HDMI/USB/IP), and B2-210/B2-220 (FHD 10x/20x with RTSP/RTMP/SRT/ONVIF/MPEG-TS). Selected Blue-Line cameras also cite IEC-60601 suitability.

PTZ Camera Controller Line: cross-protocol keyboards for mixed fleets

The KBD-1020N is an NDI-certified keyboard with simultaneous VISCA over IP, ONVIF, NDI control plus serial RS-232/422/485. Operators get three-axis joystick control, rocker zoom, assignable functions, and trace memory for recurring moves. The KBD-1010-RNV remains a proven IP/serial controller for large deployments.

Bolin Dante AV Family: visually-lossless 4K60 over 1 GbE with sub-microsecond A/V sync

For Dante-centric environments, the D20H/D20S Dante AV Ultra transceivers can be configured as encoder or decoder to move 4K60 video over standard 1 GbE and output baseband (HDMI 2.0 or 12G-SDI). The ecosystem includes Dante AV-H PTZ options for efficient H.264 transport and dedicated decoders. Bolin highlights interoperability with Dante Controller and existing Dante audio endpoints; B&H additionally calls out clock-locked, sub-microsecond A/V sync that eliminates lip-sync drift.

Choosing the right fit

For a flagship studio head, look at the R9-420F (4K60 baseband+IP) or R9-418F (1″ 4K). For all-weather venues and roofline POVs, EXU420F (4K60) or EXU248F (1″ sensor, 48x in FHD) withstand IP67 conditions and −40 °C winter starts. NDI-first pipelines can standardize on R9-420N/EXU420N for High-Bandwidth switching or R9-230NX/EXU230NX for NDI|HX3. For price-sensitive rooms, B6-420 and B7-220 deliver modern I/O without sacrificing control ergonomics.

Referenced product families to explore

Professional Studio PTZ Camera Line (Red-Line) • ProAV PTZ Camera Blue-Line • Professional Outdoor PTZ Camera Line • Professional NDI PTZ Camera Line • PTZ Camera Controller Line • Bolin Dante AV Family. These families cover the core search intents around PTZ flagship cameras, PTZ outdoor cameras, and PTZ premium cameras with consistent imaging, control, and IP transport options.

Key outdoor specifics at a glance

Environmental: –40 °C to +60 °C operation, IP67 sealing, wiper/heater/defroster, wind survivability up to 60 m/s (~216 km/h); power: DC 24 V / PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt class 8) with cold-weather DC preference; streaming: RTSP/RTMP/SRT/MPEG-TS/ONVIF; monitoring: SDI+HDMI+IP simultaneous.

By consolidating true broadcast I/O with modern IP, Bolin Technology shortens integration time and keeps camera control predictable—whether you’re shading an R9 in a light-critical studio, driving an EX-Ultra through rain at –20 °C, or routing a Dante AV Ultra source to a 12G-SDI multiviewer. That mix of image science, transport choice, and controller depth is what keeps Bolin on shortlists for demanding production teams.