Di Paolo addresses common questions about PTZ cameras, such as whether they all have optical zoom (they don’t) and how to accurately compare them based on performance and ease of setup.

Panasonic AW-UE50 PTZ
This compact camera offers a wide range of connectivity options, including IP, USB-C, and SDI video output. With its subtle design and near-silent motor system, it’s suitable for various settings and boasts impressive performance even in low light conditions.

PTZOptics Move 4K SDI/HDMI/USB/IP PTZ Camera
Ideal for classrooms, houses of worship, and conference rooms, this camera features 30x optical zoom and supports high-resolution streaming and tracking. It offers auto-tracking capabilities and delivers sharp, consistent images thanks to features like wide dynamic range and 3D noise reduction.

Canon CR-N300 PTZ
Offering incredible 4K and HD image quality, this camera combines a CMOS sensor with a DIGIC DV 6 image processor. It features a 20x optical zoom lens and supports multiple professional interfaces, including single cable PoE+ connectivity for streaming audio and video. With remote control options via IP, Serial, IR, or Wi-Fi, it provides flexibility and ease of use.

Each camera offers unique features and capabilities, catering to different needs and preferences in the realm of streaming, video conferencing, and content production.

Read the full article by Bill Di Paolo for Worship Facility HERE

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Panasonic Connect of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America is pleased to announce a Special Holiday end-user promotion on their Premium Series PTZ Cameras! This instant rebate offer is only valid from Nov 1, 2023, through Dec 31, 2023.

In celebration of the holiday season, now is a great time to sell your customers the industry leading Premium Series AW UE80, AW-UE50, and AW-UE40 now with built-in auto tracking and pass along big instant savings. Instant end user rebates will be provided on registered customer projects via Special Pricing Letter (SPL). This special holiday Premium Series promotion replaces the $200 End User Rebate on the AW-UE80 on Marketing Bulletin PV-2023-MB-2010.

Save $400 on AW-UE80 PTZ Camera

AW-UE80 PTZ Camera

• 24x Optical Zoom
• NDI & NDI|HX Built-in
• 1/2.5″ MOS
• PoE++
• 3G-SDI, HDMI Outputs
• SRT Compatible

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Save $400 on AW-UE50 PTZ Camera

AW-UE50 PTZ Camera

• 24x Optical Zoom
• NDI|HX Upgradable
• 1/2.5″ MOS
• PoE+
• 3G-SDI, HDMI, USB Outputs

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Save $200 on AW-UE40 PTZ Camera

AW-UE40 PTZ Camera

• 24x Optical Zoom
• NDI|HX Upgradable
• 1/2.5″ MOS
• PoE+
• HDMI, USB Outputs

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This update is out now for the UE40 and UE50, with the UE80 to come later this year.

Tracking is super simple to engage, you can simply turn it on and the camera will then pick up whoever is in the frame and start to track them.

If the camera loses the subject, you can set it so that it reverts to a preset, or a general wide shot, and then when someone is detected again it will automatically start to track. There’s the ability to set a limit for the pan and tilt ranges, so that even if the camera is following someone and they then walk past this pan limit, the camera will not move any further, and if the subject is lost it reverts back to the safety position. Another useful tool to build on this is using masks, from the web UI we can designate areas where we don’t want the camera to detect people. Tracking can also be set to remain active if power cycled, again another nifty feature.

Performance of this tracking system works really well, it seemed really responsive and in conjunction with Panasonic’s direct drive system the movements of the camera seem really smooth and almost organic. You don’t get all the bells and whistles that you would with a tracking system that relies on a host machine, such as Panasonics SF100/200, or the likes of MRMC’s Polymotion Chat, nor can you control multiple cameras from the one interface, or have facial recognition – but, that user really isn’t who this update is targeting. If you just want simple and reliable camera tracking, then this is really attractive solution – it’s pretty much a set and forget situation.

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