BirdDog X1 30x Optical Zoom - Black

X1: Elevate your creativity and simplify your workflow.​
Unlock a new level of content creation with the X1 and X1 Ultra. PTZ cameras that deliver smooth, controllable movement and high-quality image, all while being incredibly accessible and versatile.​ Whether you’re diving into NDI, baseband video, or even going wireless with Wi-Fi, these cameras integrate smoothly into any workflow.​ Enjoy effortless control and impressive image quality, with features typically reserved for higher-end models like AI tracking, Halo Tally, built-in NDI|HX decoding and the industry-first E-Ink display. ​With all these powerful features at your fingertips, the X1 and X1 Ultra are the smart, reliable solution for those ready to take their content creation to the next level.

X1-30x is now Iris Enabled.
Integrated Iris software transforms your X1, X1-30x, and X1 Ultra cameras into cloud-connected, remotely managed devices—accessible instantly from any web browser. With just two clicks, you can link your camera to an Iris account, bringing it online and ready for remote production anywhere in the world. Iris replaces traditional PTZ hardware with a streamlined browser-based interface. The intuitive interface provides remote control, AI-powered tracking and framing, and centralized monitoring across all your locations. Whether you’re managing one camera or hundreds, Iris simplifies the process, helping you produce professional video from anywhere without complexity. Start your Iris account at tryiris.ai

Tally Light. It’s a halo Effect.
Professional results need professional tools. X1 and X1 Ultra sport the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front with a large, daylight visible border, and out back with an interchangeable, illuminated numbering system. Your cast and crew will always know where to look to keep your audience engaged and your look polished.

AI Tracking. We welcome our AI overlords.
Every production could use a little help from a friend. The X1 and X1 Ultra keep your subject in focus with AI tracking technology, intelligently following your subject’s movements in real-time. Whether you’re orchestrating a live event, capturing spontaneous moments in a hybrid environment, or hunting down sports action, AI tracking helps you get well framed – without needing an octopus to run the controller.

NDI® | HX3. Enhanced Reliability on More Networks.
The X1 and X1 Ultra deliver superior network performance via NDI® | HX3 integration. You get significantly reduced network impact and excellent image quality, meaning its more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 delivers quality and performance you can count on

Integrated NDI® | HX Decoder. Let’s hook up.
The X1 and X1 Ultra are the world’s first PTZ cameras featuring an 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. Whether you’re broadcasting live or delivering a CEO address, the integrated NDI HX decoder enables more brilliance with less setup. *NDI® | HX2 and NDI® | HX3 supported

Wi-Fi. Connected but not connected.
No need to use cables to capture every shot. On top of regular ethernet with PoE, X1 and X1 Ultra have built-in Wi-Fi functionality. Easily capture shots from spots where it’s hard to run cable, seamlessly integrating into any environment. Your set up just became a whole lot more flexible.

E-Ink Label. Get Inked.
The always-on e-Ink label on the X1 and X1 Ultra are game-changers. From network addresses for easy access to controls, this cool feature ensures that your set-up is clear and each camera easily identifiable even when the power is off.

Colour Matrix.
Dialling in your camera colours just got levelled up. X1 and X1 Ultra have a full colour matrix with individual saturation control over Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Yellow and Magenta, all with 64 levels of control.

NDI® PTZ Control for iPad and iPhone.
Take full control of your BirdDog camera, all from a super-easy to use iPad/iPhone app. Pan, Tilt, Zoom, save and recall pre-set PTZ positions, preview your cameras in full screen, and access all the colour matrix tools and settings for your BirdDog camera. 

Advanced features in BirdUI. 
BirdUI gives complete access to every function of your X1 and X1 Ultra, all within a beautiful and intuitive interface. As a browser-based application, it can be accessed from anywhere on the same network as the X1 and X1 Ultra. BirdUI adds features including a dashboard for monitoring the camera and light/dark modes to suit your production environment.

5 Year Warranty.
BirdDog P-series and X-series cameras feature a 5 year, global warranty. BirdDog prides itself on delivering the best possible products to customers, but if something was to go wrong,  you can rest assured knowing that no matter where in the world you are, BirdDog has your back.

Features:

• 4K brilliance: X1 and X1 Ultra feature superior image quality, ensuring stunning visuals for every production, with X1 Ultra for UHD option.
• Halo Tally: X1 and X1 Ultra sport the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front with a large, daylight visible border, and out back with an interchangeable, illuminated numbering system.
• AI Tracking: X1 and X1 Ultra keep your subject in focus with AI tracking technology, intelligently following your subject's movements in real-time.
• NDI | HX3: enjoy reliable performance on more networks via NDI® | HX3.
• Wi-Fi: Video and control over Wi-Fi so you can set up faster, in more places, for better shots.
• NDI | HX Decoder: Simpler, integrated solution that makes it so much easier to incorporate a teleprompter, return feed, or confidence monitoring.
• Always on e-Ink Label: Easily load camera details, name, and IP address for faster set-up, in-production management, and crew communication.
• Dual Network Output: X1 and X1 Ultra combine NDI HX and SRT/RTMP protocols for seamless on-premises and remote/CDN connectivity, ensuring ultimate flexibility in both streaming set-ups and distribution.
• Serial Control: Take control effortlessly with older control protocols, seamlessly integrating with your existing infrastructure.
• USB Webcam: X1 and X1 Ultra feature USB-C for connecting directly to Zoom, Teams, and most apps that supports a USB UVC input.
• Control support: The X1 and X1 Ultra ships with its own IR remote, plus hardware control support for BirdDog PTZ Keyboard, Skaarhoj, and more. 
• BirdDog Apps: X1 and X1 Ultra are compatible with BirdDog Central, BirdDog Cloud, and BirdDog iOS NDI PTZ Control (Available separately)

IMAGING

• Image Sensor:Sony 1/2.8” CMOS - FULL HD
• Lens: f=5.2~148.4
• Optical Zoom:30x
• Video Format: 1080p @ 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25fps, 720p @ 60/50/30/25fps 608x1080p (9:16 ratio) @ 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25fps
• Horizontal angle of view:58.1° (W) – 2.14° (T)
• Vertical angle of view:33.8° (W) – 1.2° (T)
• Diagonal angle of view:65.4° (W) - 2.48° (T)
• Aperture: F1.3~F4.8
• Focus: AI Face, Auto, Manual
• Exposure:Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual
• Backlight Compensation: Yes
• Digital Noise Reduction: 2D and 3D Noise Reduction
• SNR: >50dB
• Effective Pixels: 2.07 MP

MECHANICAL

• Pan/Tilt Rotation:±175°, -90° ~ +90°
• Pan Control Speed: 0.1 -80°/sec
• Tilt Control Speed:0.1 -60°/sec
• Preset Number: 255 presets
• Filter Ring: Φ52mm

I/O INTERFACE

• Video Output Interfaces: HDMI, USB-C UVC 1.1, Network
• Video Compression Formats: H.264, H.265
• Network Interfaces:100M adaptive Ethernet port; POE IEEE 802.3af, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11ac
• Encoder Network Protocols: NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, SRT, RTSP, RTMP
• HDMI Decoder Network Protocols:NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3
• Control Interfaces:10M/100M Ethernet, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11ac, RS232 (input & output), RS485, TYPE-C(UVC1.1)
• Control Protocols:VISCA Baud Rate: 38400/9600/4800/2400, VISCA-IP, NDI

GENERAL

• Input Voltage:DC 12V,  POE IEEE 802.3af
• Input Current:2.0A (Max)
• Power Consumption: 13W (Max)
• Working Temperature: -10ºC ~ +40ºC
• Working Humidity:20% ~ 80%
• Dimension (W*H*D): 171.6*192.6*171.6mm/ 260*217*197mm (before / after packing)
• Net and Gross Weight: 1.35kg/2.05kg (Net/Gross weight)

• BirdDog X1 30x PTZ Camera
• Remote Controller
• DC 12V Power Supply
• Welcome Pack
• Rear Silicone Numbers
• USB Cable
• Limited 5-Year Manufacturer Warranty