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BirdDog P4K 4K Full NDI PTZ Camera with 1" Sony Sensor (Black)

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BirdDog P4K 4K Full NDI PTZ Camera with 1" Sony Sensor (Black)
Key Features
  • Up to 3840 x 2160 Resolution at 30 fps
  • 1" Exmor R CMOS Sensor
  • RJ45 NDI, HDMI & 2 x 6G-SDI Outputs
  • ±350° Pan & 120° Tilt
Reap the benefits of NDI without compromising on resolution with the P4K UHD 4K PTZ Camera with NDI, HDMI & 6G-SDI Output from BirdDog. Optimized to provide you with an efficient way of getting UHD 4K video into your productions, this black P4K connects to systems, devices, and applications that support NDI via only an Ethernet connection. Simply plug in your Ethernet cable on the back to connect to your network, and the camera instantly receives Power over Ethernet (PoE) and becomes available as an input source for any NDI-compatible hardware or software on the network.
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BirdDog P4K Overview

Reap the benefits of NDI without compromising on resolution with the P4K UHD 4K PTZ Camera with NDI, HDMI & 6G-SDI Output from BirdDog. Optimized to provide you with an efficient way of getting UHD 4K video into your productions, this black P4K connects to systems, devices, and applications that support NDI via only an Ethernet connection. Simply plug in your Ethernet cable on the back to connect to your network, and the camera instantly receives Power over Ethernet (PoE) and becomes available as an input source for any NDI-compatible hardware or software on the network.

Equipped with a 1" Sony Exmor R 14.2MP CMOS sensor and a 9.3-111.6mm lens, this camera captures video at resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 at 30 fps in a 64.6 to 6.1° field of view. In addition to 12x optical zoom, the P4K provides up to 18x digital zoom at 4K or up to 24x digital zoom at Full HD. The integrated pan/tilt system allows for ±350° continuous panning and 120° tilting at up to 100° and 50° per second respectively. Focusing can be performed manually or set to automatic. In addition to NDI, the camera offers HDMI and dual 6G-SDI interfaces.

Features
1" Sony Exmor R backlit 14.2MP CMOS sensor
Delivers UHD 4K resolution via Full NDI, HDMI 2.0, and two 6G-SDI outputs
Supports 10-bit workflows—NDI feeds can be recorded using free tools such as NewTek NDI Monitor or IsoCorder Pro
Genlock input for synchronizing multiple cameras
Adjustable pan and tilt speeds for capturing drama, high action, and anything in between
Front, rear, and side tally lights combine to create a 360° tally light so everyone on the production set can see which camera is live
Selectable gamma settings
Black gamma adjustment
ePTZ enables you to pull out a Full HD frame out of the UHD 4K image
Includes Comms Lite Audio Intercom software (optionally upgradable to Comms Pro)
Suitable for use in broadcast applications (sports, remote studios, newsrooms, etc.)

BirdDog P4K Specs

Key Specs
Image Sensor
1"-Type
Effective Sensor Resolution
14.2 Megapixel
Shutter Speed
1/10000 to 1/8 Second
Max Optical Zoom
12x
Max Digital Zoom
24x ( in 1080p)
Max Video Output
via HDMI / RJ45 / SDI/BNC
Up to UHD 4K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/30.00/50/59.94/60.00 fps
Broadcast Output
NTSC
IP Streaming
NDI/TCP/UDP
1280 x 720 to 3840 x 2160
Wireless
IR
PoE Support
Yes: PoE++ 802.3bt
Mounting
1x 1/4"-20 Female for Ceiling/Wall
Imaging
Image Sensor
1"-Type CMOS
Effective Sensor Resolution
14.2 Megapixel
IR Cut Filter
Yes
Focus Control
Autofocus
Manual Focus
Exposure Control
Shutter Speed
1/10000 to 1/8 Second
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Gain: 0 to 36 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
50 dB
Minimum Illumination
0.067 Lux at 1/4 Shutter Speed
Flip / Mirror Support
Image Flip, Mirror (Vertical)
White Balance
Range: 2000 to 10,000K
Presets: ATW, AWB, Indoors, Manual, One Push, Outdoors
Lens
Focal Length
9.3 to 111.6mm
Max Optical Zoom
12x
Max Digital Zoom
24x ( in 1080p)
Field of View
Horizontal: 64.6 to 6.1°
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Minimum Focus Distance
3.1" / 8 cm (Wide) to 39.4" / 1 m (Tele)
Video Capture
Video Output
via HDMI / RJ45 / SDI/BNC
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/30.00/50/59.94/60.00 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/30.00/50/59.94/60.00 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94/60.00 fps
1280 x 720 at 50/59.94/60.00 fps
Broadcast Output
NTSC
IP Streaming
NDI/TCP/UDP
1280 x 720 to 3840 x 2160
Control
Pan/Tilt
Pan: 350° (-175 to 175°) at 0.05 to 100°/s 
Tilt: 120° (-30 to 90°) at 0.05 to 50°/s 
Tally Light
Yes
Networking
Wireless
IR
Interface
Video I/O
1x RJ45 (NDI) Output
1x HDMI Output
2x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Input
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Output
Other I/O
2x RJ45 (RS-232, RS-422, RS-485) Control
1x USB-A (Genlock)
1x BNC (Genlock)
Built-In Microphone
No
Power
PoE Support
Yes: PoE++ 802.3bt
Power I/O
1x Barrel (12VDC) Input
Power Consumption
24.4 to 28 W
Environmental
Operating Conditions
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C up to 80% Humidity
General
Mounting
1x 1/4"-20 Female for Ceiling/Wall
Certifications
FCC Part 15
Dimensions (W x H x D)
6.5 x 9.7 x 7.7" / 165 x 247 x 196 mm
Weight
7.5 lb / 3.4 kg (Body Only)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
10.785 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.3 x 11.9 x 10.7"

BirdDog P4K Reviews

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What is the native ISO? Does it have s dual ISO ...

What is the native ISO? Does it have s dual ISO sensor?
Asked by: Daniel
No, the BirdDog P4K 4K Full NDI PTZ Camera with 1" Sony Sensor (Black) does not have dual ISO. The native gain is 0dB.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2025-10-21

4k output through SDI?

4k output through SDI?
Asked by: Carlos
The BirdDog P4K 4K Full NDI PTZ Camera with 1" Sony Sensor (Black) has 4K output via SDI.
Answered by: Dennis L
Date published: 2025-06-06
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