X4 Ultra: Freedom to Create, Anywhere.​
The True Swiss Army Knife for Live Production. A game-changing camera that combines top-tier image quality with unmatched connectivity.​

No cables? No problem. With a built-in battery that lasts up to 4 hours and Wi-Fi 6, X4 Ultra goes where you go. Perfect for capturing those impossible shots in places where wires can’t reach.​

Use it solo, or wirelessly manage up to 4 cameras with Wi-Fi 6, streaming smoothly via NDI|HX3 when paired with our receiver.​

And when you need it, the X4 Ultra comes with: 3G-SDI, NDI, HDMI, USB-C, RTMP & RTSP. All the connections you could want, right there.​

It’s flexible, versatile, and ready for anything. Just pick it up and start shooting.​

HALO Tally. A Higher Order of Visual Queue.
Professional results need professional tools. The X4 Ultra sports the most visible and effective Tally system available. Surrounding the lens with a large, daylight-visible border, it keeps your talent looking directly at the camera. Your cast and crew will always know where to look, keeping your audience engaged.

AI Tracking. Built for now and the future.
The X4 Ultra’s AI controls are designed to be easy to use, ensuring predictable and consistent performance with every shot. As your needs grow, the AI capabilities expand, adapting to deliver precise, automated control over your PTZ camera movements.

NDI® | HX3 - Performance meets convenience.
The X4 Ultra delivers superior network performance via our implementation of NDI® | HX3. Significantly reducing network impact while maintaining superior image quality, meaning it is more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 delivers quality and performance you can count on.

WiFi 6 and Battery - A match made in heaven.
The X4 Ultra features Wi-Fi 6 for ultra-fast, reliable wireless connectivity, ensuring smooth and stable streaming. Its built-in battery provides up to 6 hours of continuous operation, giving you the freedom to shoot on the go without worrying about power. The X4 Ultra’s battery can be quickly recharged via USB, and you can extend its operation time by connecting it to a portable power source for uninterrupted shooting.

E-ink Label. Get Inked.
The always-on e-ink label on the X4 Ultra is a game-changer. From network addresses for easy access to controls to customisable logos* to complement your brand image, this cool feature ensures that your set-up is clear and each camera is easily identifiable even when the power is off.
*Coming soon

X4 Wi-Fi 6 Receiver. (Optional)
Optional Matching WiFi 6 Receiver base station allowing you to pair up to 4 x X4 Ultra PTZ cameras to a single, reliable receiver converting the NDI® | HX3 signal into Ethernet.

Advanced features in BirdUI.
BirdUI gives complete access to every function of your X4 Ultra, all within a beautiful and intuitive interface. As a browser-based application, it can be accessed from anywhere on the same network as the X4 Ultra.

BirdUI adds features including a dashboard for monitoring the camera and light/dark modes to suit your production environment.

X4 Ultra Tech Specs

IMAGING
Image Sensor: Sony 1 / 1.8” CMOS – ULTRA HD
Lens: f= 6.25 - 125mm
Optical Zoom: 20x
Video Format: 2160p @ 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25fps,
1080p @ 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25fps,
1080i @ 59.94/50fps,
720p @ 60/59.94
Horizontal Angle of View: 60° (W) ~ 3.5°(T)
Vertical Angle of View: 35° (W) ~ 2.0°(T)
Diagonal Angle of View: 66.6°(W) ~ 4.0°(T)
Aperture: F1.58 (W) ~ 3.95 (T)
Focus: Auto, Manual
Exposure: Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual
Shutter Speed: 1/1 - 1/10000s
Backlight Compensation: Yes
Digital Noise Reduction: 3D Noise Reduction
SNR: ≥45dB
Effective Pixels: 8.42 MP
AI Tracking: Presenter Tracking, Zone

MECHANICAL
Pan/Tilt Rotation: ±170°, -30° ~ +90°
Pan Control Speed: 1.7-80°/sec
Tilt Control Speed: 1.7-60°/sec
Preset Number: 255 Presets
Integrated Tally Light: HALO tally and rear number tally system
Display: e-Ink 2.13” with customization logo* (*soon)

I/0 INTERFACE
Video Output Interfaces: 3G-SDI, HDMI, USB-C UVC, Network
Video Compression Formats: H.264, H.265
Network Interfaces: 1Gbps adaptive Ethernet port; PoE IEEE 802.3at, WiFi 6 2x2 MIMO (Optional Base station)
Encoder Network Protocols: NDI®|HX2, NDI®|HX3, RTSP, RTMP, SRT
Control Interfaces: 1Gbps Ethernet, USB-C, RS-232
Control Protocols: VISCA Baud Rate: 38400/9600/4800/2400, VISCA-IP, NDI®, ONVIF
Analogue Audio: 3.5mm TRS Line input/Mic Input

GENERAL
Environmental Operation: Internal
Input Voltage: DC 12V, POE IEEE 802.3at
Input Current: 5.0A (Max)
Battery Capacity: 9450mAh
Battery operating time (per charge): up to 6 hours run time (usage dependent)
Working Temperature: 0°C ~ +40°C
Working Humidity: 20% ~ 80%
Dimension (W*H*D) mm: 140.2*188.9*203.2mm/ 295*245*254mm (before / after packing)
Dimension (W*H*D) in: 5.5*7.43*8.0in/ 11.6*9.6*10.0in (before / after packing)
Net and Gross Weight: 2.19kg/ (Net/ weight)