BirdDog X-Series PTZ Cameras: Compare X1, X1 Ultra, X4 Ultra, and X5 Ultra

BirdDog's latest innovation, the X-Series PTZ Cameras, is revolutionizing video production with cutting-edge technology and user-friendly features. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the game, the X-Series offers a camera for every need, including the X1, X1 Ultra, X4 Ultra, and X5 Ultra. Each model is packed with powerful capabilities to enhance your workflow, making it easier than ever to capture and share stunning visuals. Explore our comprehensive comparison chart to find the perfect PTZ camera for your next project and elevate your production with BirdDog’s best-in-class solutions.

X1

X1 Ultra

X4 Ultra

X5 Ultra

IMAGING
Image Sensor Sony 1/2.8” CMOS • FULL HD Sony 1/2.8” CMOS • ULTRA HD Sony 1 / 1.8” 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
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
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) 70.28º (W) - 6.57º (T) 60° (W) ~ 3.5°(T) 56.6°(W)-3°(T)
Vertical angle of view 32.2° (W) – 1.8° (T) 42.06º (W) - 3.76º (T) 35° (W) ~ 2.0°(T) 32.5°(W)-1.7°(T)
Diagonal angle of view 61° (W) – 3.64° (T) 78.36º (W) - 7.5º (T) 66.6°(W) ~ 4.0°(T) 64.7°(W)-3.5°(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
Pan/Tilt Rotation ±175°, -90°~+90° ±170°, -30° ~ +90°
Pan Control Speed 0.1 - 80°/sec 1.7 - 80°/sec 0.1 - 200°/sec
Tilt Control Speed 0.1 -60°/sec 1.7-60°/sec 0.1 -200°/sec
Preset Number 255 presets 128 presets, Speed Adjustable
Integrated Tally Light Halo Style, RGB HALO tally and rear number tally system Halo Style, RGB
Pan/Tilt Drive System - - - Ultra-fine Drive
Display e-Ink Display e-Ink 2.13” with customization logo Dual e-Ink Display
Quietness - - - Max 28dB at full speed pan
I/O INTERFACE
Video Output Interfaces HDMI, USB-C UVC 1.1, Network 3G-SDI, HDMI, USB-C UVC, Network 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.4, 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 802.11ac 1Gbps adaptive Ethernet port; PoE IEEE 802.3at, WiFi 6 2x2 MIMO
(Optional Base station)
1GbE adaptive Ethernet port; POE+ IEEE 802.3at
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) 1Gbps Ethernet, USB-C, RS-232 1GbE Ethernet, RS232 (input & output), RS422, TYPE-C(UVC1.1)
Control Protocols VISCA Baud Rate: 9600/4800/38400/2400, VISCA-IP, NDI VISCA Baud Rate:
38400/9600/ 4800/2400, VISCA-IP, NDI®, ONVIF
VISCA Baud Rate:
38400/9600/ 4800/2400, VISCA-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
Enivronmental Operation - Internal
Input Voltage DC 12V, POE IEEE802.3af 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 Dependent) -
Working Temperature -10℃ ~ +40℃ 0ºC ~ +40ºC
Working Humidity 20% ~ 80%
Dimension (W*H*D) 171.6*192.6*171.6mm/ 260*217*197mm (before/ after packing) 140*188*203mm / 295*245*254mm (before / after packing) 185*171*200mm / 271*275*245mm (before / after packing)
Net and Gross Weight 1.35kg/2.05kg (Net/Gross weight) 1.43kg/2.096kg (Net/Gross weight) 2.19kg (Net / weight) 2.31kg/3.76kg (Net/Gross weight)

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