With the XL Ultra, BirdDog have launched a cinema-quality PTZ camera designed for high-end broadcast, XR stages, virtual productions, and premium studio installations. At its heart is a large-format 4/3-inch CMOS sensor, paired with a 20x optical zoom (40x in HD) and HLD, OLFPF, and ND filters. The camera delivers cinema-quality depth of field and outstanding clarity even in low-light conditions.

In addition to the main PTZ camera, XL Ultra offers an integrated 100-degree panoramic camera with a 1/1.8-inch sensor – larger than the main sensor of most PTZ cameras. Both XL cameras record in 4K60; both can be controlled independently and output their data simultaneously as separate sources.

Thanks to its advanced AI tracking engine, XL Ultra can be adapted to any situation – from a CEO on a podium to a dynamic band guitarist in full action. The camera not only tracks the subject, it acts like a human cameraman. Its high-quality motors and advanced thermal design make XL Ultra both ultra-precise and very quiet. No buzzing. No distractions.

The RGB halo tally is fully customizable. Side-mounted e-ink displays show IP, logo, or camera ID even when the camera is turned off. The tally on the back of the housing makes it easy to identify in multi-camera setups. This guarantees clarity and control.

With 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI, HDMI, and optical 12G-SDI via SFP+ interfaces, XL Ultra can be integrated into any configuration. The balanced XLR connector with phantom power, PoE++, and SFP is ideal for long runs. Thanks to its advanced processor, future firmware versions will also be ready for immediate use. Last but not least, XL Ultra streams simultaneously in NDI High Bandwidth and NDI HX3, offering ultimate flexibility.

Genlock and timecode enable perfect synchronization of multi-camera workflows.

FreeD makes the XL Ultra a natural addition to AR/XR environments. An integrated OLPF filter reduces moiré effects when shooting in front of high-resolution LED walls. An (optionally available) mounting system hides cables and fits on trusses or tripods, ceilings, or studio installations.

The BirdDog XL Ultra is available in black or white.

Features:
Large-format 4/3'' CMOS sensor for cinematic depth of field and outstanding low-light performance.
20× optical zoom (40× in HD) with OLPF and ND filters for precision and clarity.
AI tracking with machine learning, using dual-camera input for natural, human-like framing.
Ultra-quiet motors and advanced thermal design for distraction-free operation.
Dual 4K60 outputs via 12G-SDI and HDMI for uncompromising image quality.
FreeD and Genlock support, making XL ideal for XR stages, AR workflows, and multi-camera sync.
SFP+ fiber connectivity for large-scale and remote installs.
Simultaneous Full NDI® and NDI® HX3 streaming for flexible workflows.
Dual streaming support — NDI plus SRT, RTMP, or RTSP concurrently.
Firmware-ready for NDI 6.2, ensuring future-proof performance.

Tech Specs:

Primary Camera
Image sensor: Sony 4/3-inch CMOS 5K
Lens focal length 9.8 to 186 mm
20x optical zoom
Video format 2160p60, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 fps
1080p@60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97, 25 fps
1080i60, 59.94, 50 fps
720p@60, 59.94, 50 fps
Horizontal angle of view: 71 degrees (W) to 4 degrees (T)
Vertical angle of view: 40 degrees (W) to 2 degrees (T)
Diagonal angle of view: 79 degrees (W) to 4.5 degrees (T)
Aperture: F2.8 to 4.5
Focus: Auto, Manual
Exposure time: 1/1 to 1/10,000s
Optical low pass filter
Digital image stabilization

Secondary Panoramic Camera
Image Sensor: 1/1.8'' Sony CMOS 4K sensor
Lens: Fixed
Focal Length: 4.4 mm
Aperture: f2.0
Horizontal Field of View: 85°
Vertical Field of View: 53°
Diagonal Field of View: 93°

Mechanical
Pan/Tilst Rotation +170°, -30° -+90°
Pan control Speed 0.05° -120°
Tilt Control Speed 0.05°~90%

I/O interface
Video output interfaces: 12G-SDI, 36-SDI x 2, HDMI 2.0, USB-C 1Gb RJ45, SFP+ Cage (Ethernet)
Video compression: H.264, H.265, SpeedHQ
Network interfaces: 1GbE Adaptive Ethernet port++; 1x SFP+ cage (Ethernet)
Encoder network protocols: High-bandwidth NDI (SpeedHQ), NDI HX3, NDI HX2, SRT, RTSP, RTMP
Decoder network protocols: NDI-HX3, NDI-HX2
Control protocols: VISCA IP, NDI, VISCA Serial, Pelco-P, Pelco-D
Digital audio: Embedded with main and secondary HDMI, 12G-SDI, network video, USB (UVC)
Analog audio: Balanced audio XLR x 2
Genlock supported
Timecode supported
Kensington Lock supported

AI Features
Advanced tracking with Secondary camera support
Advanced auto-framing with Secondary camera support
Zone tracking supported
Gesture control supported

General Parameters
Input voltage: DC 12V, PoE++
Input current: 12V 5A (max.)
Power consumption: 60W (max.)
Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
Operating humidity: 20 to 80 percent (non-condensing)
Dimensions (WxHxD): approx. 21.9 x 29.2 x 26.3 cm
Weight: approx. 4 kg