BirdDog Max Black PTZ Camera
€839.00
BirdDog MAX Black PTZ camera captures UHD 4K30 via an 8.29 MP 1/2.8-inch Sony CMOS and a 12× 3.42–40.02 mm lens. It spans 80.56°-7.89° FOV at...
Behind every reliable multi-camera live production sits a PTZ unit that operators trust without hesitation. The Lumens VC-A51PN Black earns that trust through a high-sensitivity 1/2.8" Sony CMOS sensor rated at 2.16 megapixels and a motorised 20x optical zoom spanning a focal range of 5.33 mm to 110 mm. With a 57° horizontal viewing angle at the wide end, the camera captures full stages or boardrooms in one frame — then pulls in on a speaker's expression without losing sharpness.
Native NDI|HX output at 1080p 60 fps runs alongside simultaneous 3G-SDI and HDMI feeds, so production crews switching through OBS, vMix, or Wirecast can discover the Lumens VC-A51PN Black on the network and start cutting between angles immediately. Built-in support for SRT, RTMP, RTMPS, RTSP and MPEG-TS lets the same camera push a programme feed to YouTube or Facebook Live without an external encoder — a real time-saver during multi-platform event broadcasts.
Shooting at just 1.0 lux minimum illumination, combined with wide dynamic range and 3D noise reduction, the sensor delivers clean footage in dimly lit conference rooms where lighting shifts unpredictably. The Smart AF system tracks moving presenters accurately, while pan and tilt motors reaching 300°/sec stay remarkably quiet — essential during recorded keynotes where microphones pick up every sound. With 128 storable preset positions, complex shot lists can be recalled at a single button press during live shows.
PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) keeps installation straightforward: one Ethernet cable handles both power and data for ceiling-mounted setups. Control options span VISCA, VISCA IP, PELCO D, ONVIF, and NDI, fitting the camera into any existing PTZ control ecosystem. A built-in tally light confirms on-air status at a glance, and embedded audio via the 3.5 mm input routes sound through all three video outputs. Lumens backs this unit with a 5-year warranty, underscoring the long-term reliability that production houses expect from core broadcast infrastructure.
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FHD NDI®|HX PTZ Camera 1080p 60fps PTZ camera with 20x optical zoom, NDI, HDMI and 3G-SDI.
- Professional Sony image sensor
- Simultaneous NDI®|HX, HDMI, and 3G-SDI video output
- Supports 1080p at 60fps
- Versatile 20x optical zoom
Live and Remote Production
Featuring HDMI and 3G-SDI outputs, the VC-A51PN can seamlessly fit into almost any AV, broadcast, or IP workflow. Utilizing NDI®|HX, the VC-A51PN enables video production and distribution over standard Ethernet networks. With NDI NDI®|HX, VC-A51PN can instantly join the live production environment and bridge the remote film crews.
Versatile Network Distribution
The VC-A51PN produces a high quality, low latency NDI®|HX video stream. It also supports multiple streaming protocols including RTSP, RTMP, RTMPS, and SRT for distribution across networks and transmission to remote audiences. No additional hardware and software are required to stream directly to live streaming platforms such as YouTube and Facebook Live.
Excellent Low-Light Performance
The VC-A51PN features a high sensitivity 1/2.8" 2.16 MP Sony CMOS sensor. Thanks to its superb WDR (wide dynamic range), 3D noise reduction, advanced auto-focus, and auto-white balance algorithms, the camera produces crisp and clear video even in dimly lit environments.
Fast, Smooth & Quiet PTZ Movement
The VC-A51PN's robotic mechanism allows the camera to pan -170° to +170° and tilt from -30° to +90° in a rapid, smooth and quiet movement at up to 300° a second. The operator can use a hardware controller or NDI Tools to remotely control the speed and direction of motion for professional results.
Specification:
Sensor: 1/2.8" 2.16MP CMOS
Video Format: 1080p: 60 / 59.94 / 50 / 30 / 29.97 / 25 , 1080i: 60 / 59.94 / 50 , 720p: 60 / 59.94 / 50
Video Output (HD) Interface: 3G-SDI / HDMI / Ethernet
Optical Zoom: 20x
Viewing Angle: 57° (H) 32.1° (V) 65.4° (D)
Aperture: F1.6~F3.8
Focal Length: 5.33mm~110mm
Shutter Speed: 1/1 ~ 1/10,000 sec
Minimum Object Distance: 1.5m (Wide/Tele)
Video S/N Ratio: > 50dB
Minimum Illumination: 1.0 lux (F1.6, 50IRE, 30fps)
Focus System: Auto / Manual / Smart AF
Gain Control: Auto / Manual
White Balance: Auto / Manual
Exposure Control: Auto / Manual
WDR: Yes
3D NR: Yes
Image Flip: Yes
Tally Light: Yes
Panning Angle: +170° ~ -170°
Panning Speed: 300°/sec
Tilting Angle: +90° ~ -30°
Tilting Speed: 300°/sec
Preset Positions: 128
HDMI / 3G-SDI: 1080p60
IP Stream: (NDI|HX Stream) 1080p 60fps, 640x30 30fps , (IP Stream) H.264 1080p 60fps , H.264 / MJPEG D1 30fps
IP Compression: H.264 / MJPEG
IP Protocol: NDI|HX / RTSP / RTMP / RTMPS / MPEG-TS / SRT
PoE: PoE+ (IEEE802.3at)
Audio Input: Line In / MIC In
Audio Output: Ethernet / SDI / HDMI
Audio Compression Format: G.711
Interface: RS-232 / RS-422 / Ethernet
Protocol: NDI / VISCA / VISCAIP / PELCO D / ONVIF
IR Pass-through: Yes
IR Receiver: Yes
IR Remote Control: Yes
DC In: 12V +/- 20%
Power Consumption: PoE: 18.5W , DC In: 17W
Weight: 4.4 lbs (2 kg)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 6.9" x 7.3" x 7.3" , (174 x 186 x 187 mm)
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