The X4E Ultra PTZ Camera with AI Tracking from BirdDog is a smart, ultramodern PTZ camera designed for today's broadcasters and content creators. Now in a simplified design, the X4E Ultra removes the Wi-Fi and internal battery while maintaining the same features as the X4 Ultra, including high-quality/low-latency NDI HX3 streaming technology, AI tracking, tally, Gigabit Ethernet, and more. The X4 Ultra is a valuable tool for capturing breathtaking visuals, both in the studio and on the go, to bring your stories to life.
The X4E Ultra sports a visible and effective tally system. 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.
The X4E Ultra features AI controls that 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.
The X4E Ultra delivers superior network performance via NDI HX3, significantly reducing network impact while maintaining superior image quality. BirdDog's NDI HX3 surpasses certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count on.
By removing Wi-Fi and the internal battery that comes standard with the X4 Ultra, the X4E offers simpler integration for system installers, more accessible pricing for multi-camera deployments, and the same professional flexibility across SDI, HDMI, USB-C, SRT, NDI, RTMP, and RTSP.
- Superior image quality with the latest Sony image sensor for enhanced low-light performance
- High frame rates with up to 4K60 performance
- Surrounding the lens with a large, daylight-visible border, the camera's HALO tally keeps your talent looking directly at the camera
- Control of AI tracking and automatic framing
- NDI HX3 performance with guaranteed superior image quality and low latency
- Always-on e-ink label, featuring a QR code for easy navigation to camera WebUI controls
- NDI HX and SRT/RTMP/RTSP protocols for seamless, on-premises and remote/CDN connectivity, offering ultimate flexibility in both streaming setups and video distribution
- Serial control with older control protocols, seamlessly integrating with your existing infrastructure
- USB-C port for connecting directly to Zoom, Teams, and most apps that support a USB UVC input
- IR remote included and hardware control support for BirdDog PTZ Keyboard, Skaarhoj, and more
- Compatible with BirdDog Central and BirdDog Cloud
- Supports RESTful API
Features
- Low-Latency Video Streaming Camera
- Advanced AI for Intelligent Automation
- NDI HX3 Support
- Sony 1/1.8" UHD CMOS Sensor
- Supports up to UHD 4K60 Resolution
- HALO Tally System
- PoE Support via LAN Port
Specifications
Imaging
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8"-Type CMOS
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| Horizontal Resolution (TV Lines) |
2160 TV Lines
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| Sensor Resolution |
Effective: 8.42 Megapixel
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| Focus Control |
Autofocus
Manual Focus
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Exposure Control
| Shutter Speed |
1/10000 to 1 Second
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| Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
45 dB
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Lens
| Focal Length |
6.25 to 125mm
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| Max Optical Zoom |
20x
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| Field of View |
Horizontal: 60 to 3.5°
Vertical: 35 to 2°
Diagonal: 66.6 to 4°
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| Maximum Aperture |
f/1.58 to 3.95
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Video Capture
| Video Output |
HDMI / RJ45 / USB
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 25/29.97/30.00/50/59.94/60.00 fps
HD (1920 x 1080p) at 25/29.97/30.00/50/59.94/60.00 fps
HD (1920 x 1080i) at 50/59.94 fps
HD (1280 x 720) at 59.94/60.00 fps
SDI/BNC
HD (1920 x 1080p) at 25/29.97/30.00/50/59.94/60.00 fps
HD (1920 x 1080i) at 50/59.94 fps
HD (1280 x 720) at 59.94/60.00 fps
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| Embedded Audio |
HDMI/LAN (RJ45)/NDI/SDI/USB/Wireless/NDI|HX2
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| Broadcast Output |
NTSC/PAL
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| IP Streaming |
NDI HX2/NDI HX3/RTMP/RTSP/SRT
3840 x 2160 at 25p, 29.97p, 30p, 50p, 59.94i, 59.94p, 60p
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Control
| Presets |
255
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| Pan/Tilt |
Pan: 340° (-170 to 170°) at 1.7 to 80°/s
Tilt: 120° (-30 to 90°) at 1.7 to 60°/s
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| Tally Light |
Yes
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Interface
| Video I/O |
1x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
1x HDMI Output
1x USB-C Output
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| Audio I/O |
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Mic/Line Input on Camera Body
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Line Output on Camera Body
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| Other I/O |
1x RJ45 (Ethernet)
1x RJ45 (RS-232) Control
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| Built-In Microphone |
No
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Power
| PoE Support |
PoE+ 802.3at
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| Power I/O |
1x Barrel (12VDC at 5 A) Input
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Environmental
| Operating Conditions |
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C at 20 to 80% Humidity
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General
| Mounting |
1x 1/4"-20 Female
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| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
8 x 7.4 x 5.5" / 203.2 x 188.9 x 140.2 mm
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| Weight |
4.83 lb / 2.19 kg (Body Only)
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