Sony launches two new IP-based pan-tilt-zoom cameras

Source: Sony. The new SRG-X400 and SRG-X120 cameras.

Sony has introduced two new cameras to its IP-based pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera family. The SRG-X400 and SRG-X120 join the BRC-X400, announced in April.

The new models offer a 4K upgrade option – a first for Sony’s PTZ cameras to ensure today’s HD usage and protect the investment for tomorrow. The SRG-X400 and SRG-X120 are designed for a variety of corporate, education, healthcare, houses of worship and government applications. On the other hand, 4K resolution comes standard on the BRC-X400, which is ideally suited for broadcast studio and reality TV production as well as live event capture.

These cameras incorporate Sony’s newly-developed 4K Exmor RTM CMOS image sensor that ensures superb image quality. The sensor achieves natural colour reproduction with minimal noise. A built-in, high-resolution 4K lens accommodates wide-angle shots up to 70 degrees, and for added flexibility, the cameras can be ceiling-mounted. They boast a horizontal resolution of 1,000 or higher TV lines in Full HD to capture fine image details.

The SRG-X400 is equipped with 40x zoom capability utilising Sony’s Clear Image Zoom technology, while the SRG-X120 camera has a 12x zoom. The zoom options, combined with a wide viewing angle, enable the capture of both an entire room and a zoomed-in image with a single camera.

Similar to the BRC-X400, both the SRG-X400 and SRG-X120 support SDI, HDMI and IP and are equipped with NDI|HX* capability through an optional licence. When combined with other NDI-compatible hardware or software anywhere on the network, the NDI|HX option presents unprecedented flexibility in IP-based live production systems. Connection via a single IP cable ensures a simple and cost-efficient setup including power supply, image output and camera controls. Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) and Real Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP)** are also supported for easy recording and distribution of video and audio. These cameras support two-channel audio and the audio is encoded and streamed with the IP video.

The SRG-X400, SRG-X120 and BRC-X400 cameras are integrated with Sony’s first artificial intelligence (AI)-based video analytics solution, Edge Analytics Appliance (REA-C1000). The REA-C1000 brings a new dimension for audiences to view lectures, presentations, seminars or create and view massive open online courses (MOOC) in a more engaging way.

Use of the new PTZ series with REA-C1000’s auto tracking feature enables smooth auto tracking of a presenter. Its handwriting extraction feature extracts text and characters written on a white or black board in real-time and brings them to the foreground. In addition, its chroma key-less computer graphics (CG) overlay feature*** can extract the presenter and place them on any background without the need for a dedicated backscreen or special training.

The SRG-X400 and SRG-X120 also offer advanced usability for various shooting scenes. With fast PTZ movement of up to 300 degrees a second, users can seamlessly and quickly change the preset position of a single camera. In addition, the new Picture Freeze Preset function allows a still image to remain visible during camera transitions, ensuring audience engagement. With the addition of Sony’s high-end PTZ Sync function**, these models enable preset positions to naturally pan, tilt and zoom in a smooth and coordinated manner.

Both models work on PoE+, a Power over Ethernet standard.

Details:

The PTZ cameras are to be available in November 2019.

*NDI|HX is a technology of NewTek, Inc. 

**Available in early 2020 by firmware update. 

 ***Available later this year via software update.

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