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  • Sony cameras enable remote customer inspection for Emerson

    Sony cameras enable remote customer inspection for Emerson

    The Challenge

    • Emerson wished to overcome challenges of coronavirus crisis with remote flow-meter-inspection service
    • Needed to show customers fine details of calibration process from remote location

    The Solution

    • Sony SRG Series PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) cameras, controlled remotely by Emerson personnel
    • Images shown on BRAVIA 4K professional displays and streamed to customers

    The Outcome

    • High-resolution images of inspection process allow customers to view precise details of flow-meter calibration remotely
    • Eliminates time and expense of on-site visits for customers

    “We have already performed a number of remote inspections with customers and to date the reactions have been very positive about the setup and how we can offer this remotely. This is therefore indirectly a big compliment for the system RDJ AV has supplied.”- Quality Manager, Emerson Ede

    Connecting with customers in new ways
    Emerson Automation Solutions is a leading provider of products and solutions for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. As a manufacturer of flow-metering systems, Emerson conducts calibration and testing of these devices prior to shipping from its facility in Ede, central Netherlands to customers worldwide.

    Meter calibration and inspection has traditionally been performed with the customer physically present to observe and validate the process. However, due to the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, Emerson has developed a remote-inspection service that allows customers around the world to see the product being calibrated in real time.

    Showing every detail of the inspection process with 4K clarity
    The innovative solution introduced by Emerson makes use of Sony SRG Series remote PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom) cameras, allowing flow-meter customers to observe details of the calibration process and give approval from their own location.

    Live video streams from the cameras are monitored by Emerson personnel, who can use a touch-screen controller to zoom in as needed to see close-up details with razor-sharp clarity. Images are then streamed to customers around the world via live videoconferencing link, with an Emerson representative giving an explanation of the calibration process.

    The remote solution has helped Emerson overcome the challenges of product inspection during the coronavirus crisis. As well as reducing the need for face-to-face contact, it has also saved hours of travel time and associated costs for its customers.

  • Telycam Introduces Feature-Packed Vision+ 4KZ Box Camera

    Telycam Introduces Feature-Packed Vision+ 4KZ Box Camera

    Telycam has launched its first professional box camera, the Vision+ 4KZ, offering a high-quality yet cost-effective solution for live production and Pro AV setups. Designed for users who don’t need full PTZ control, this fixed-position camera delivers stunning 4K video at 60fps, a 20x optical zoom, and a smart auto-framing feature for enhanced subject tracking. Its unique side control panel with a built-in screen allows easy on-camera adjustments, while remote management is available through a web-based interface. The camera also supports multiple streaming formats, including NDI® HX3, SRT, and RTMP, making it highly flexible for different workflows.

    Built to integrate seamlessly into multi-camera setups, the Vision+ 4KZ shares the same lens and sensor as Telycam’s popular PTZ model, ensuring color consistency when switching between angles. Connectivity options include HDMI, USB, AV-over-IP, and POE+ for efficient power and signal management. With local recording to microSD, mini XLR and 3.5mm audio inputs, and robust IP support, this camera is perfect for professional AV and streaming environments. The Vision+ 4KZ will debut at NAB 2025 and is set to ship in May, distributed in the U.S. and Canada by MVD (Mobile Video Devices, Inc.).

    Telycam has unveiled the company’s first professional box camera, the Vision+ 4KZ. The feature-packed new camera provides a cost-effective solution for live production and Pro AV applications that require spectacular video quality but don’t need the remote pan and tilt control of Telycam’s popular PTZ cameras.

    “Many customers love the exceptional visual fidelity of our Vision+ cameras but have projects that don’t require full PTZ control,” said Jenny Liu, Telycam’s co-founder and head of sales and marketing. “We designed the Vision+ 4KZ in direct response to their feedback, creating an affordable, fixed-position camera that delivers the quality, flexibility and feature-richness that Telycam is known for.”

    Telycam will demonstrate the Vision+ 4KZ box camera in booth W3231 at the upcoming 2025 NAB Show in Las Vegas.

    The Vision+ 4KZ captures stellar 4K video at 60 frames per second via its 1/1.8-inch, nine-megapixel CMOS sensor. 20x optical zoom enables the capture of crystal-clear close-ups. The Vision+ 4KZ can also simultaneously crop an additional 1080p high-definition output from the 4K Ultra HD image, with auto-framing keeping important subjects automatically in view.

    The Vision+ 4KZ features a unique integrated side control panel with a color screen. In addition to displaying key camera parameters (such as the IP address) and image attributes, the control panel’s five buttons allow users to adjust settings directly on the camera. The box camera can also be remotely managed via an intuitive, browser-based web interface and standard control protocols.

    The new camera continues Telycam’s tradition of providing flexible AV and IP connectivity for easy workflow integration. HDMI and USB output interfaces are complemented by support for AV-over-IP and streaming outputs including NDI® HX3, SRT, RTSP, RTMP and more. Other key features include 3.5mm line-level and mini XLR (with phantom power) audio inputs; POE+ (Power over Ethernet) support for streamlined power management; and local recording to a microSD card.

    Telycam designed the Vision+ 4KZ box camera to overcome one of the common issues in multi-camera productions. Switching between camera angles can be jarring to viewers if the coloration and visual “look” of the cameras don’t match. The Vision+ 4KZ shares the same premium-quality lens, sensor and image processor as Telycam’s Vision+ 4KN 20x PTZ camera, making it easy for users to match colors and visual characteristics in environments that combine fixed-position and PTZ cameras.

    The Vision+ 4KZ box camera is expected to ship in May. Telycam cameras are distributed in the United States and Canada by MVD (Mobile Video Devices, Inc.).

  • Sony enhances remote learning at Prefectural University of Hiroshima

    Sony enhances remote learning at Prefectural University of Hiroshima

    How we helped

    The Challenge

    • University needed a high-quality remote learning solution to link lecturers and students at three campuses
    • Required additional teaching and learning features not possible with conventional videoconferencing solutions

    The Solution

    • REA-C1000 Edge Analytics Appliance
    • BRC-X1000 and BRC-X400 4K PTZ remote cameras
    • SRG-120DU Full HD PTZ remote camera
    • VPL-FHZ90L 3LCD laser projector

    The Outcome

    • Lectures can be shared in real time with students at another campus
    • Lecturer’s handwritten notes and diagrams are clearly visible to every student
    • Students benefit from a more immersive and engaging learning experience

    “The introduction of this system enabled distance learning with greater satisfaction, fostering a sense of unity between campuses, as well as teachers and students. We are planning to utilize this system in the future as a part of active learning tools that our university is promoting, and provide a learning space where students can learn initiatively and actively.”-Kyousou Kurisu, Director of public university corporation, Prefectural University of Hiroshima

    Extending learning across three campuses

    The Prefectural University of Hiroshima was established in its current form in 2005, after the integration of three universities in the Hiroshima Prefecture.

    The university has introduced an innovative and engaging remote learning solution that allows lectures to be viewed by students at three separate campuses linked by a secure VPN (Virtual Private Network).

    At the heart of the solution is Sony’s REA-C1000 Edge Analytics Appliance. This award-winning device uses AI technology to process and enhance video content in real time, providing additional features for immersive teaching and learning that aren’t possible with conventional videoconferencing systems. Operation of the system is beautifully simple, with lecturers selecting different functions via an intuitive touch panel, without the need for complex adjustment of camera settings.

    Giving every student a clearer view

    Handwriting Extraction analyzes video footage captured with the ceiling-mounted BRC-X1000 4K PTZ remote camera, recognizing the lecturer’s written notes and diagrams as they write on the board in front of the students. This extracted writing appears to float on screen, giving a clear view even for students at the back of the room or on another campus. As well as enhancing the clarity of natural writing, it also gives students a clear view of what’s on the board, unobscured by the lecturer’s back as they write.

    Footage captured by the BRC-X1000 also allows Focus Area Cropping, with a single camera providing two simultaneous views as separate video feeds: a detail-packed close-up of the lecturer’s expressions and gestures, together with a separate picture of the entire room.

    A BRC-X400 4K PTZ camera in the lecture theatre supports Close-up by Gesture, automatically zooming in under control of the REA-C1000 to capture a student when they stand up to contribute or ask a question. In addition, a compact ceiling-mounted SRG-120DU camera at each campus captures crisp Full-HD images for web conferences or smaller seminars.

    Sony’s Distance Learning Solution

     

  • Telycam Ships Highly Anticipated Explore PTZ Camera for Broadcast AV

    Telycam Ships Highly Anticipated Explore PTZ Camera for Broadcast AV

    Telycam has started shipping its highly anticipated Explore PTZ camera, designed to enhance live production with broadcast-quality features at an affordable price. Equipped with a powerful 1-inch Sony sensor, the Explore camera captures stunning 4K video at 60 frames per second, delivering exceptional low-light performance, vibrant colors, and clear details. It also features advanced Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) for fast, accurate focusing, making it perfect for dynamic broadcast and live events.

    With versatile IP and AV outputs, including NDI® High Bandwidth, NDI® HX3, 12G-SDI, HDMI, and SFP+ connectivity, the Explore camera easily integrates into diverse workflows. It supports AI-powered auto-tracking, 20x optical zoom, and FreeD protocol for AR and VR productions. Ideal for IT and AV professionals, the Explore PTZ camera offers innovative features like a built-in variable ND filter, local recording, and POE++ support. Telycam will showcase the Explore camera at the 2025 NAB Show in Las Vegas, booth W3231.

     PTZ camera innovator Telycam has begun shipping its eagerly awaited Explore broadcast-class PTZ camera. Designed to redefine excellence in live production, the Explore camera features a 1-inch sensor and delivers stellar quality, superior auto-focus performance, powerful integration features and flexible connectivity — all at a remarkable price point for its caliber.

    Telycam will showcase the Explore camera and other new product unveilings in booth W3231 at the 2025 NAB Show, taking place April 6 to 9 in Las Vegas.

    The Explore camera’s 1-inch, 9MP Sony sensor enables the capture of stunning 4K video at 60 frames per second. The large sensor size enhances light sensitivity, resulting in superior low-light performance with reduced noise levels. With an expanded dynamic range that captures intricate details in both shadows and highlights, the Explore camera ensures stunningly clear images with enhanced contrast and clarity. ‘Bokeh’ effects with a shallow depth of field can be created to suit any artistic intention.

    Explore’s advanced Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) provides exceptionally fast and precise auto-focus, making it ideal for dynamic broadcast and live production scenarios. Whether tracking fast-moving subjects or capturing spontaneous moments, Explore ensures continuously sharp focus.

    Designed to seamlessly integrate into diverse workflows, Explore’s versatile IP and AV outputs include NDI® High Bandwidth, NDI® HX3, 12G-SDI with genlock, HDMI and SFP+ connectivity. AI-powered auto-tracking and 20x optical zoom are complemented by FreeD protocol support for integration with Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) production solutions.

    A built-in variable ND filter allows easy adjustment of light transmission levels to 1.6%, 6.3%, 25% or 100%. Users can also attach their preferred ND filter directly to the lens using reserved threads, ensuring precise control in a wide range of lighting conditions. Additional key features include local recording to a microSD card, a 3.5mm analog audio input, a mini-XLR audio input with phantom power and POE++ support for hassle-free power management.

    “The Explore camera continues Telycam’s hallmarks of setting new standards in PTZ image quality and performance while delivering premium features at cost-effective pricing,” said Jenny Liu, Telycam’s co-founder and head of sales and marketing. “The response to our previews of Explore last year was tremendous, and we’re thrilled that it is now available to our customers.”

  • Snap One Adds New Luma 4K Hybrid Surveillance Cameras to X20 Portfolio

    Snap One Adds New Luma 4K Hybrid Surveillance Cameras to X20 Portfolio

    Snap One has introduced the Luma 4K Hybrid cameras, offering advanced security features for residential and commercial use. These versatile cameras come in turret and bullet designs with options for fixed or motorized lenses. They include smart AI-powered analytics, IR night vision, Color-at-Night technology, and Active Deterrence features like lights and alarms to enhance safety and reliability.

    With NDAA compliance and seamless integration with Control4 and the OvrC platform, these cameras make remote monitoring and management easier than ever. Snap One and ADI continue to innovate, delivering smarter, scalable surveillance solutions for diverse security needs worldwide.

    As residential and commercial surveillance technology continues to advance, Snap One, now part of ADI, is evolving and investing in Luma by adding a new line of Luma 4K Hybrid cameras that deliver enhanced performance features and versatile designs.

    Available with a fixed or motorized varifocal lens, in turret- or bullet-style housings, the versatile new surveillance cameras combine the strengths of Luma’s existing IR night vision and Color-at-Night technologies, along with cutting-edge Active Deterrence features to support AI- and event-triggered alarms, notifications, and other responses.

    “Innovation in security, particularly video surveillance, continues to be a top request of both residential and commercial customers. As a combined business, Snap One and ADI are committed to investing in the products and solutions our customers need to create safe and reliable systems,” said Forest Liu, Sr. Director of Surveillance Products at Snap One. “The unique features embodied by the Hybrid 4K cameras broaden ADI and Snap One’s security offerings and help customers deliver tailored security solutions across their entire customer base.”

    The 4K Hybrid line provides customers flexible security solutions suitable for a wide range of applications. The option for integrators to select either IR night vision or Color-at-Night mode gives them greater control over choosing the best setting for the location the camera is installed. Furthermore, combined with OvrC, customers can easily adjust the mode for the end user if they prefer one mode over another without having to roll out a support truck.

    Security is further enhanced with built-in Active Deterrence. Combining built-in LED lights and audible alarm tones or preset voice annunciations, these cameras can help deter unwanted visitors and ward off break-ins by drawing attention to the scene. This is further enhanced by AI-enabled smart event analytics that allow the camera to distinguish between a person, vehicle, and non-vehicle which enhances event notification accuracy and reliability for the end user using the Luma View app.

    “Going forward, Snap One and ADI will continue leveraging the latest technologies, including AI, to develop and deliver cutting edge solutions,” added Liu. “We look forward to listening to our customers and working closely with them to meet both their needs and those of end users.”

    Available to customers in the U.S., Canada, LATAM, EMEA, and APAC regions are a choice of eight different camera types and complementary accessory mounts, which are compatible across the entire Luma camera range. Additional features include NDAA compliance, seamless integration with OvrC remote monitoring platform and leading control systems like Control4.

  • Sony Electronics Introduces Free NDI® License for Select Compatible Remote Cameras

    Sony Electronics Introduces Free NDI® License for Select Compatible Remote Cameras

    Sony Electronics, a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America and an affiliate of Sony Corporation (Japan), is a company in electronics, music, motion pictures, mobile, gaming, and financial services. Headquartered in San Diego, it produces innovative products like Alpha Interchangeable Lens Cameras and high-resolution audio.

    Sony Electronics is making NDI connectivity a free feature for select remote camera models, available via firmware updates or pre-installed on new units. This applies to PTZ, Cinema Line, and POV/Box cameras, enabling high-quality video production workflows.

    Sony is offering NDI capability for free across select remote camera models, enhancing video connectivity and flexibility for creators, broadcasters, and businesses. This move removes the cost barrier for NDI licenses, enabling seamless integration with NDI-compatible software and equipment.

    Sony Electronics announced today that the NDI capability will now be offered as a standard, free feature for select compatible remote camera systems.1 This update will be available both for newly sold (as complimentary NDI license) and existing applicable products (through a firmware upgrade).

    Eligible Models:

    • Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) Auto Framing Camera BRC-AM7
    • Cinema Line Camera ILME-FR7, ILME-FR7K
    • PTZ Auto Framing Camera SRG-A40, SRG-A12
    • PTZ 4K Color Video Camera BRC-X400, PTZ HD Color Video Camera SRG-X400, SRG-X120
    • POV/BOX Camera SRG-XB25, SRG-XP1

    Firmware Upgrades and NDI Support

    • PTZ Auto Framing Camera BRC-AM7

    Scheduled for release December 2024: NDI license will be pre-installed with shipment.

    • Cinema Line Camera ILME-FR7, ILME-FR7K

    From Ver. 3.0 firmware upgrade scheduled June 2025: NDI license will be included for free upon upgrading.

    • PTZ Auto Framing Camera SRG-A40, SRG-A12

    From Ver. 3.0 firmware upgrade scheduled July 2025: NDI license will be included for free upon upgrading.

    Free License Provision

    • PTZ 4K Color Video Camera BRC-X400, PTZ HD Color Video Camera SRG-X400, SRG-X120, POV/BOX Camera SRG-XB25, SRG-XP1

    Effective Dec.1, 2024: Both for newly sold and existing applicable products, NDI license is available free of charge from the Sony NDI® HX License website.

    Complimentary NDI License Offer

    For models awaiting firmware upgrades (Cinema Line Cameras ILME-FR7, ILME-FR7K, and PTZ Auto Framing Cameras SRG-A40, SRG-A12), a free NDI license will be provided from Dec. 1, 2024. This will ensure uninterrupted access to NDI support until the firmware updates are released.

    Complimentary License Eligibility:

    • Models: ILME-FR7, ILME-FR7K, SRG-A40, SRG-A12

    Effective Dec.1, 2024: Both for newly sold and existing applicable products, NDI license is available free of charge from Sony NDI® HX License website.

    With this offering, Sony Electronics continues to demonstrate its commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that enhance user experience and productivity. By offering the NDI capability free of charge across a range of compatible remote camera models, Sony is empowering creators, broadcasters, and businesses to elevate their video production workflows with seamless, high-quality connectivity.

    * To utilize the NDI system, NDI-compatible software and products (such as NDI Tools) are required.

    * NDI is a video connectivity technology and a registered trademark of Vizrt NDI AB in the United States and other countries.

  • Midwich Ignite invests in video flame detector business

    Midwich Ignite invests in video flame detector business

    Midwich Ignite, the corporate venture capital arm of the Midwich Group, focuses on high-growth start-ups and scale-ups in emerging AV technologies, smart spaces, hospitality, event technology, and robotics and automation, using the Group’s global connections and expertise over 45 years.

    Midwich Ignite has invested in Ciqurix, a UK-based leader in video flame detection technology. This partnership will support Ciqurix in obtaining LPS1976 accreditation for its CORE product, which uses infrared and video analytics to detect fire in difficult environments, making it the only product to meet this new fire standard.

    The investment enables Midwich to back an innovative fire safety solution that addresses gaps where traditional detectors fail, aligning with new regulatory standards. It provides Ciqurix with resources and industry connections to expand globally and capitalize on growing demand for advanced fire detection technology.

    Midwich Ignite, the corporate venture capital arm of Midwich Group, has announced a strategic investment in Ciqurix, a pioneer of video flame detection technology.

    Based in the UK but with customers across the globe, Ciqurix’s solutions are designed to detect fire in challenging environments where traditional heat or smoke detection is ineffective. These include industrial areas, damp or wet environments, extreme temperatures (both high and low), and outside areas such as waste management plants.

    Ciqurix CORE, the business’s flagship product, is a revolutionary system that uses infrared and video analytics to detect fire with unprecedented accuracy and range.

    Midwich Ignite acted as lead investor in the funding round and will take a seat on the board. The funding will be used to help Ciqurix achieve accreditation under the new fire standard LPS1976, which will make the CORE the only accredited product on the market.

    Will Fenby, Investment Manager at Midwich Ignite, said:

    “We are delighted to be partnering with Ciqurix at this pivotal moment in the company’s development. We have been highly impressed by the team’s innovative approach to fire safety technology, with the company instrumental in drafting the new standard for VFDs, and believe the business is well-placed to take advantage of new regulatory tailwinds.

    “We look forward to working with the Ciqurix team and supporting them through the next stage of growth.”

    Paul Seligman, CEO of Ciqurix, added:

    “Partnering with Midwich represents an exceptional opportunity for us to broaden the reach of our FCam CORE system. With their industry expertise and global network, we’re well-positioned to expand our market and advance the adoption of video flame detection worldwide. It’s a very exciting move for our company and we’re delighted to be working with Midwich Ignite.”

  • New Sony Electronics SRG-A40/SRG-A12 Pan-Tilt-Zoom Cameras Firmware Upgrade Leverages AI to Define Precision and Enhance User Experience

    New Sony Electronics SRG-A40/SRG-A12 Pan-Tilt-Zoom Cameras Firmware Upgrade Leverages AI to Define Precision and Enhance User Experience

    Sony Electronics, a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America and an affiliate of Sony Corporation (Japan), specializes in electronics, music, motion pictures, mobile, gaming, and financial services. Headquartered in San Diego, it develops innovative products such as Alpha Interchangeable Lens Cameras and high-resolution audio equipment.

    Sony released Firmware Upgrade V2.0 for its SRG-A40 and SRG-A12 PTZ cameras, offering advanced AI-driven features such as multi-person framing and improved face tracking. It enhances camera performance in corporate, education, and house of worship settings.

    This firmware upgrade is designed to enhance the performance of Sony’s SRG-A40 and SRG-A12 PTZ cameras by improving their AI-driven features, such as multi-person framing and face tracking. These improvements make the cameras more accurate and efficient in capturing dynamic, multi-person settings, catering specifically to the needs of corporate, educational, and worship environments where automated, high-quality video is crucial. It addresses user demand for smarter, more reliable AV solutions.

    Sony Electronics today announced the release of Firmware Upgrade V2.0 for its SRG-A40 and SRG-A12 pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras, setting a new standard in automated camera technology for corporate, higher education, and house of worship environments.

    This latest firmware upgrade is free of charge and significantly enhances the capabilities of the SRG-A40 and SRG-A12 models, leveraging cutting-edge AI analytics to deliver superior PTZ Auto Framing technology. With Firmware V2.0, users can expect remarkable improvements in accuracy, focus control, and operational efficiency.

    Key features of the upgrade include:

    • Advanced Multi-Person Framing: The upgraded firmware introduces enhanced multi-person framing capabilities, enabling the PTZ cameras to automatically and naturally frame up to eight individuals within a single shot. This dynamic feature adapts seamlessly to varying group sizes and compositions, ensuring a balanced and engaging visual presentation. The SRG-A40 and SRG-A12 cameras now intelligently select and adjust framing around primary subjects while including surrounding individuals, preserving a natural and dynamic composition.
    • Enhanced Face Registration and Tracking: The new firmware also boasts improved face registration technology, capable of identifying and tracking up to 40 indexed faces. This feature ensures precise tracking of the intended subject, even if the camera briefly focuses on another individual. By automatically maintaining focus on the designated person, whether in isolation or within a group, the SRG-A40 and SRG-A12 cameras enhance user experience with reduced errors and superior tracking performance.

    This firmware upgrade underscores Sony’s commitment to delivering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of professional AV environments. The SRG-A40/A12 PTZ cameras with Firmware V2.0 are set to redefine the standards of automated camera operation, providing users with unparalleled control and flexibility.

  • Panasonic Connect Streamlines Video Production Workflows and Creative Capabilities with the Introduction of New 4K Multi-Purpose Camera Lineup

    Panasonic Connect Streamlines Video Production Workflows and Creative Capabilities with the Introduction of New 4K Multi-Purpose Camera Lineup

    Panasonic Connect North America, established in 2022, is a B2B company offering device hardware, software, and professional services to various industries. Its mission is to “Change Work, Advance Society, Connect to Tomorrow” by partnering with innovators and integrators.

    Panasonic Connect North America announced two new 4K multi-purpose cameras, the AW-UB50 and AW-UB10, designed to improve video production workflows across various industries, including broadcast, live entertainment, education, and corporate environments. These cameras feature high-quality image expression, simplified workflows, and excellent expandability with cinema-grade technology.

    Panasonic introduced these new cameras to address the growing demand for high-quality video production and efficient workflows driven by the surge in video use across industries like marketing and education. The AW-UB50 and AW-UB10 aim to offer versatile, high-quality solutions that are adaptable for different production scenarios, enhancing creativity and operational efficiency.

    Panasonic Connect North America today announced two new 4K multi-purpose cameras to improve workflows and bring creativity to any production site, enabling high-quality video production regardless of industry. The AW-UB50 and AW-UB10, available in early 2025, are compact, box-style cameras equipped with large-format sensors to meet the demands of broadcast and live entertainment with exceptional image quality and expressive detail. With Panasonic’s remote camera system, AW-UB50 and AW-UB10 will be able to remotely facilitate the workflow of video production. These multi-purpose cameras will enable the expansion of high-quality video production into markets such as education and corporate environments In addition to the broadcast and live entertainment market, according to market research, 91% of companies are using video marketing, and 88% of surveyed educators consider video essential for teaching today. This surge in video use across industries has driven a demand for high video quality and streamlined production processes, leading to a rapid acceleration in efforts to enhance video production workflows. This has pushed significant technological advancements to achieve operational efficiency while delivering high-quality content,

    To address this demand, Panasonic leveraged its proven Dual Native ISO and high dynamic range technologies—featuring up to 14+ stops of V-Log on the AW-UB50 and 13 stops of V-LogL on the AW-UB10—from its cinema-grade Varicam and EVA1 cameras, bringing cinema-quality shooting to a compact, versatile form factor ideal for remote scenarios. These cameras offer high-quality video production and expand creative possibilities across various industries. Key features include:

    • High-quality image expression no matter the industry or production site: The AW-UB50 uses a full-size MOS sensor with 24.2M effective pixels, while the AW-UB10 uses a 4/3-type 10.3M effective pixel MOS sensor, achieving diverse, high-quality image expression with excellent color reproduction and resolution across sensor formats. Both models are also compatible with the photo style of the AW-UE160 4K integrated camera, ensuring seamless color matching in mixed operations.
    • Simplified workflows: Designed with usability in mind, both cameras boast a compact body under 10 cm in height, width, and depth (excluding the lens), and are packed with features that make them highly versatile. This includes dual SD card slots, real-time recognition AF for automatic subject focus, and a variety of input/output interfaces such as 3G-SDI OUT, HDMI Type A, LAN terminal, TC IN/OUT, GENLOCK IN, USB Type-C, φ3.5 MIC terminal, and a headphone terminal. The LAN terminal supports PoE+ for easy installation with minimal cabling. Future updates will introduce IP transmission standards like NDI® HX2, RTMPS, and SRT, as well as AI tracking technology and automatic framing functions, further simplifying remote shooting in networked environments.
    • Excellent expandability: The AW-UB50 and AW-UB10 are highly expandable, seamlessly integrating with third-party robotic remote head and Panasonic controllers. Not only does this expand creative freedom, but the resulting portability and ease of installation make them adaptable to a wide range of video production scenarios. With upcoming software updates, the inclusion of advanced AI-driven features will further enhance their functionality, expanding creative possibilities and making high-quality video production more accessible across industries.

    The cameras are compatible with Panasonic’s Studio cameras, PTZ cameras, and software such as Media Production Suite, supporting multi-camera setups with remote cameras. The AW-UB50 and AW-UB10 are ideal for event filming, educational content creation, and corporate video production, offering high-quality video, enhanced creativity, and streamlined workflows. The AW-UB10 will begin shipping early 2025 and the AW-UB50 will begin shipping Spring of 2025.

  • Panasonic Connect Expands Production Lineup with the AK-UCX100 4K Studio Camera

    Panasonic Connect Expands Production Lineup with the AK-UCX100 4K Studio Camera

    Panasonic Connect North America, established in 2022, is a B2B company offering device hardware, software, and professional services to various industries. Its mission is to “Change Work, Advance Society, Connect to Tomorrow” by partnering with innovators and integrators.

    Panasonic Connect North America introduced the AK-UCX100, a new 4K studio camera designed for rental and staging environments. The camera offers high sensitivity, dynamic range, versatile connectivity options, and compatibility with both traditional baseband and IP-based live production setups. It aims to simplify workflows and improve content quality, handling challenging lighting and dynamic backgrounds effectively.

    The AK-UCX100 addresses the need for flexible and efficient camera technology in complex event production environments. As production crews deal with more demanding setups, they require versatile tools that can streamline operations while delivering high-quality content. This camera offers flexibility in both traditional and IP-based setups, future-proofing production capabilities for evolving broadcast and live event needs.

    Panasonic Connect North America today introduced the new AK-UCX100 4K studio camera to give operators the flexibility to create unique, engaging content while streamlining operations. Rental and staging environments have grown more complex in recent years, requiring extra equipment. Managing these tools requires additional time and bandwidth, which isn’t always feasible.

    Now more than ever, production crews need versatile technology that streamlines operations and boosts efficiency, from logistics and setup to rehearsal and overall event management. The AK-UCX100 gives event professionals the flexibility to capture engaging, high-quality content in these dynamic environments.

    Superior Image Quality to Capture Every Moment

    Capturing clear, high-quality content in live event environments can pose challenges with shifting lighting conditions and dynamic backgrounds. The AK-UCX100 supports strong image quality right out of the box. The new imager offers high sensitivity and dynamic range, easily adapting to both a darkened auditorium and venues with dazzling lighting effects. Its colorimetry has also been optimized to account for any new challenges with LED lighting and large display walls while the camera’s HD low-pass filter helps manage the effect of moiré in LED walls. This allows venues to easily create the same experience for fans whether they are in-person or tuning in from home.

    With improved resolution and 4K capabilities, the AK-UCX100 achieves a resolution of 2000 TV lines both horizontally and vertically, capturing detailed, ultra-high-definition images of the subject from any angle. Plus, the wide dynamic range and color gamut of HLG/BT.2020 lets content creators capture colorful, immersive stage performances for the most advanced display technologies.

    A Simple, Versatile Design

    Designed for easy operation as part of the Panasonic studio camera family, the AK-UCX100 streamlines on-site workflows. Content creators have the freedom to choose the best operation with or without a Camera Control Unit (CCU). The UCX100 supports 3G and 12G SDI outputs from the camera head and direct connection of the Remote Operation Panel Sync and tally so it can be operated as a standalone. Standalone operation is full featured when using 25Gb ST2010 connectivity to the camera head. Panasonic’s new Camera Fiber Adapter (CFA100) can insert camera power into a standard ST 311 hybrid fiber cable for standalone camera operation or local power operation when used with the CCU. Users can take advantage of either mode as production requirements demand.

    When producing content in a traditional studio with a CCU, the camera pairs with Panasonic’s recently released AK-UCU700 Series Camera Control Unit, which provides all traditional points of connectivity. The UCX100 can easily pair with any Panasonic camera, including the AK-UE160 PTZ camera, to ensure consistent, cohesive production quality.

    Flexibility to Future-proof to IP

    The AK-UCX100 supports everything from simple studio applications to IP-based live production. The UCU700 CCU gives content creators a full range of production format options, including 4x high speed 1080p and 2x high speed UHD & HDR. Inputs and outputs include 12G-SDI, as well as NDI High

    Bandwidth, SRT, and SMPTE 2110 at 25 Gbps. This enhances flexibility from baseband to IP operations at HD & UHD.

    ST 2110 can either be connected via the AK-UCU700 or directly to the camera for CCU-less operation. When using the UCX100 in an all-IP environment, including ST 2110 for transport and sync, the CCU is not necessarily required as all the points of communication input and output can be addressed on the same network connections. Both direct-camera-connected or CCU-connected ST 2110 support ST 2022-7 network redundancy and SMPTE ST 2110 (JPEG-XS) for sub frame latency compressed feeds of HD and UHD on the ST 2110 network.

    Powering Seamless, Dynamic Productions

    The AK-UCX100 gives content creators the power to capture the excitement of live events, ensuring efficient production workflows and high-quality content. The camera will become available in December 2024 and will be on display at NAB NY (October 9-10).