JVC KY-PZ100 2.13MP Robotic PTZ Network Video Production Camera, 30x Optical Zoom, Black

Under the umbrella of advanced video production equipment, the KY-PZ100 2.13MP Robotic PTZ Network Video Production Camera stands out with its unique features and superior performance. This robotic PTZ camera is the first of its kind to incorporate JVC's innovative IP communications engine, enabling seamless network connection via Wi-Fi, 4G-LTE, or a wired LAN.

Designed for versatility, the KY-PZ100 can function as a stand-alone remote camera or integrate into a multi-camera system, making it suitable for both studio and field environments. Its capabilities extend beyond the traditional 3G-SDI and HDMI outputs, offering reliable streaming of 1080i/60, 1080p, 720p, and 360p video formats with 2-channel audio. This is achieved with minimal latency and forward error correction, ensuring high-quality video transmission.

Control of the KY-PZ100 is flexible and user-friendly, with options to use a web browser, the dedicated RM-LP100 remote control panel, or various remote units using standard protocol. The camera also boasts on-board HD recording at up to 50Mbps to a micro SDHC/SDXC card, with the added convenience of being able to upload the recorded files to an external server.

The KY-PZ100 is equipped with a 1/2.8-inch CMOS sensor with 2.2 million pixels and a 30x optical zoom lens, ensuring high-resolution images. Its 12x digital zoom, autofocus, and built-in image stabilization further enhance its imaging capabilities. The camera's fast f/1.6-4.7 maximum aperture ensures excellent performance in low light conditions, while its high sensitivity mode can operate down to 0.01 lux.

The KY-PZ100's direct drive motor ensures smooth, quiet, and accurate pan and tilt, while its PoE+ capability allows for simultaneous streaming, camera control, and power supply via a single LAN cable. The camera can memorize up to 100 preset settings and positions and can be mounted upside-down or right-side-up for maximum flexibility.

The KY-PZ100's advanced IP communications capability includes streaming with SMPTE 2022 forward error correction, advanced Zixi reliable communication with ARQ, FEC, and adaptive bitrate control, low latency streaming, and RTMP streaming directly to content delivery networks like YouTube and Ustream. This makes the KY-PZ100 an ideal choice for high-quality, reliable video production.