Unveiling the Birddog X1 and X1 Ultra PTZs, and Maki Ultra box cameras
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In broadcasting and live streaming, every pixel matters, and innovation takes centre stage. Enter the Birddog X1, X1 Ultra and Maki Ultra cameras. Unveiled at NAB 2024 in Las Vegas and available immediately, this award-winning trio of cutting-edge devices is poised to redefine image quality and performance.
Utilising Birddog’s brand-new NDI HX3 engine, these cameras hit another benchmark in image quality, with the lowest-latency NDI HX experience available, setting a new standard for live production cameras.
With a host of groundbreaking features tailored for broadcasters and live streamers, these cameras promise to elevate productions to unforeseen heights.
A commitment to quality
At the heart of these cameras lies a commitment to uncompromising image quality.
Equipped with state-of-the-art Sony sensors and precision optics, the Birddog X1, X1 Ultra and Maki Ultra cameras deliver stunning visuals with unparalleled clarity and detail.
Whether capturing fast-paced action or intricate details, these cameras excel in producing imagery that captivates audiences and brings broadcast, live streaming and AV into the next generation.
Complementing their exceptional image quality are innovative features designed to streamline workflows and enhance the production process.
The inclusion of an e-ink display on the X1 and X1 Ultra provides operators with an always-on display of camera settings, ensuring intuitive installation and management in any environment.
Meanwhile, the halo tally light ensures seamless communication between on-air talent and camera operators, directing focus and engagement where it’s needed for flawless presentations.
Cutting-edge connectivity
Perhaps the most significant innovation lies in the integration of a built-in NDI decoder and Wi-Fi connectivity.
This groundbreaking technology not only simplifies set-up and operation, but also enables seamless integration with NDI-compatible devices.
With support for return feeds, confidence monitoring, as well as direct integration with teleprompters, the Birddog X1 and X1 Ultra PTZ cameras empower content creators to deliver professional-grade productions with ease.
Despite advanced capabilities, these cameras are designed to be compact, robust and versatile, making them ideal for a wide range of broadcasting and livestreaming applications.
From studio productions and outdoor events to corporate and education deployments, their discreet design ensures seamless integration into every environment, while their rugged construction guarantees reliable performance even in the most demanding conditions.
From the intricacies of a close-up shot to the sweeping vistas of a live event, the new Birddog X1, X1 Ultra and Maki cameras excel in capturing every moment with stunning clarity and precision.
With next-generation image quality and innovation, these cameras are poised to set a new standard for excellence in the broadcasting and livestreaming spaces.
For more information, please visit birddog.tv
This feature was first published in the Summer 2024 issue of LIVE.
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