PTZ Remote Cameras
BirdDog X5 Ultra | 4K60 Production PTZ Camera featuring NDI® | HX3, NDI® | HX2/3 Decoder, 12G-SDI, advanced mechanical drive, 2x e-ink display and HALO Tally - Black
Product Code: BDX5B
Suggested Retail Price £2300+VAT
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Contact Our Technical TeamProductions are demanding; the X5 Ultra makes demanding a walk in the park. Featuring unparalleled capability, quality, and performance – take your PTZ game up a notch with X5 Ultra.
Imagine next-level robotic controls with ultra-fine and precise movement thanks to its category-busting advanced motor drive system. Movements on air are a breeze, and acceleration/deceleration of moves look natural and slick. Sporting BirdDog’s signature Halo tally system for true audience engagement, revolutionary built-in NDI® decoding*, all the video connectors, including 12G-SDI, dual e-ink displays make branding and maintenance a snap, all wrapped up with a stunning Sony 4K60 image sensor delivering the highest performance NDI® | HX3 possible. X5 Ultra. In every way.
*NDI | HX2 and NDI | HX3 supported.
Professional results need professional tools. The X5 Ultra sports the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front, with a large, daylight-visible border keeping talent looking directly at the camera. Your cast and crew will always know where to look, keeping your audience engaged.
We aren’t playing catch-phrase bingo here. X5 Ultra takes AI auto-tracking and framing to the next level. Featuring an order of magnitude more neural processing capabilities, the out-of-the-box X5 Ultra has incredible AI powers but also the headroom to grow as AI progresses. Magic.
The X5 Ultra delivers superior network performance via our implementation of NDI® | HX3. Significantly reducing network impact while maintaining excellent image quality, meaning it is more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 surpasses certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count on.
Video productions all look different. We love NDI® because it allows a single network cable to operate everything, but sometimes it makes sense to take a different path. X5 Ultra makes this a snap. In a world of compromise, the X5 Ultra stands proud. With 12G-SDI output, dual HDMI outputs, multiple network formats, including NDI® | HX3, SRT, RTMP and RTSP, Webcam connectivity over USB, however you work and whatever demand in quality you have, X5 Ultra has got your back for today’s production… and tomorrow’s!
The X5 Ultra is part of the family of PTZ cameras featuring the first simultaneous NDI® | HX* Decoder designed specifically for confidence monitoring, return feeds, or teleprompter usage. We’ve pulled all this connectivity into a single cable, radically simplifying how you interface with your equipment. Less gear. Less hassle. Less complexity. Whether you're broadcasting live or delivering a CEO address, the integrated NDI® | HX decoder enables more engagement with less setup.
*NDI® | HX2 and NDI® | HX3 supported.
The dual, always-on e-ink labels on the X5 Ultra are 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
| Feature | X1 | X1 Ultra | X4 Ultra | X5 Ultra |
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Imaging |
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| Image Sensor | Sony 1/2.8" CMOS· FULL HD | Sony 1/2.8" CMOS· ULTRA HD | Sony 1/ 18" CMOS - ULTRA HD | Sony 1/2.8" CMOS· ULTRA HD |
| Lens | f=5.5mm ~ 110mm | f=4.1mm - 49.2mm | f=4.1mm - 49.2mm | f=5.4 - 104mm |
| Optical Zoom | 20x | 12x | 20x | 20x |
| Video Format | 1080p@ 60/50/30/25fps 720p @ 60/50/30/25fps |
2160p@ 30/29.97/25fps 1080p@ 30/29.97/25fps 720p@ 30/29.97/25fps |
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, 50fps |
2160p@ 2160p@ 60, 59.94, 50, 30/29.97/25fps 1080p@ 60, 59.94, 50, 30/29.97/25fps 720p@ 60, 59.94, 50fps |
| Horizontal Angle of View | 55.8° (W) - 3.2° (T) | 70.28° (W) - 6.57° (T) | 60° (W) ~ 3S°(T) | 56.6°(W)-3°(T) |
| Vertical Angle of View | 32.2° (W) - 1.8° (T) | 42.06° (W) - 3.76° (T) | 35° (W) - 2.0° (T) | 32.5° (W) - l7° (T) |
| Aperture | F1.6 - 3.5 | F1.8 - 2.68 | F1.58 (W) - 3.95 (T) | F1.6 (W) - F3.6(T) |
| Focus | Auto, Manual | |||
| Exposure | Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual | Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual, BLC, WDR | ||
| Backlight Compensation | Yes | |||
| Shutter Speed | - | 1/1 - 1/10000s | ||
| Digital Noise Reduction | 2D and 3D Noise Reduction | 3D Noise Reduction | ||
| SNR | >50dB | >45dB | - | |
| Effective Pixels | 2.07 MP | 8.29 MP | 8.42 MP | 8.46 MP |
| Filter Ring | - | - | - | 49mm |
| AI Tracking | Presenter | |||
Mechanical |
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| Pan/Tilt Rotation | ±175°, -90° - +90° | ±170°, -30° - +90° | ||
| Pan Control Speed | 0.1 - 80°/sec | 17 - 80°/sec | 0.1 - 200°/sec | |
| Tilt Control Speed | 0.1 -60°/sec | 17-60°/sec | 0.1 -200°/sec | |
| Preset Number | 255 presets | 128 presets, Speed Adjustable | ||
| Integrated Tally Light | Halo Style, RGB | HALO tally and rear number | Halo Style, RGB tally system | |
| Pan/Tilt Drive System | - | - | - | Ultra-fine Drive |
| Display | e-Ink Display | e-Ink 2.13" with customization | Dual e-Ink Display logo | |
| Quietness | - | - | - | Max 28dB at full speed pan |
I/O Interface |
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| Video Output Interfaces | HDMI, USB-C UVC 1.1, Network | 3G-SDI, HDMI, USB-C UVC, Network | 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, HDMI 14, USB-C UVC 1.1, 1Gb Network | |
| Video Compression Format | H.264, H.265 | |||
| Network Interfaces | 100M adaptive Ethernet port; POE IEEE802.3af, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.llac | 1Gbps adaptive Ethernet port; PoE IEEE 802.3at, WiFi 6 2x2 MIMO (Optional Base station) |
1Gbps adaptive Ethernet port; PoE IEEE 802.3at |
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| Encoder Network Protocols | NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, RTSP, RTMP | NDI®|HX2, NDI®|HX3, SRT, RTSP, RTMP | ||
| HDMI Decoder Network Protocols | NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3 | - | NDI®|HX2, NDI®|HX3 | |
| Control Interfaces | 10M/100M Ethernet, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11ac, RS232 (input & output), RS485, TYPE-C(UVC1.1) | VISCA Baud Rate: 38400/9600/4800/2400, VIS-CA-IP, NDI®, ONVIF | VISCA Baud Rate: 38400/9600/4800/2400, VIS-CA-IP, NDI | |
| Analogue Audio | - | 3.5mm TRS Line input/Mic Input | 3.5mm (1/4") Mic In / Line In (Stereo) | |
| Digital Audio | - | - | - | Embedded with Main and Secondary HDMI, 12G-SDI, Network Video, USB (UVC) |
General Parameter |
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| Environmental Operation | - | - | - | Internal |
| Input Voltage | DC 12V, POE IEEE 802.3af | DC 12V, POE IEEE 802.3at | ||
| Input Current | 2.0A (Max.) | 5.0A(Max.) | 2.0A (Max.) | |
| Power Consumption | 13W (Max.) | - | 18W (Max.) | |
| Battery Capacity | - | - | 9450mAh | - |
| Battery Operating Time (per charge) | - | - | Up to 6 Hours Run Time (Usage Dependant) | - |
| Working Temerature | -10° ~ +40° | 0°C ~ +40°C | ||
| Working Humidity | 20% ~80% | |||
| Dimension (WxHxD) | 171.6 x 192.6 x 171.6mm / 260 x 217 x 197mm (before / after packing) | 140.2 x 188.9 x 203.2mm / 295 x 245 x 254mm (before / after packing) | 185.7 x 171.9 x 200.90mm / 271 x 275 x 245mm (before / after packing) | |
| Weight | 1.35kg / 2.05kg (Net / Gross)< t d> | 1.43kg / 2.096kg (Net / Gross) | 2.19kg (Net) | 2.31kg / 3.76kg (Net / Gross) |
4K60 Production PTZ Camera featuring NDI® | HX3, NDI® | HX2/3 Decoder, 12G-SDI, advanced mechanical drive, 2x e-ink display and HALO Tally - White
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