Studio 4K and Studio SE cameras from PTZOptics with Hive-Linked

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Studio Series

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PTZOptics Studio SE and Studio 4K, with built-in mic and tally light

Available in 12x and 20x

Fixed Cameras, Superior Video

Whether as a standalone camera or an addition to a larger studio setup, PTZOptics’ Studio Series provides sharp 1080p or crystal-clear 4K resolution, 12X or 20X zoom and the convenience of our easy-to-use online platform, Hive Studio, providing future-ready connectivity and control from anywhere.
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Connect, Point, Produce!

The Studio Series features SDI, HDMI, USB, and IP output and comes native with NDI® HX3, allowing for seamless integration into various video production setups, connecting directly to a live production switcher, streaming over a network, or recording through an SDI interface. Built-in Hive-Linked connectivity links to Hive Studio automatically!

Power, Endurance, and Performance

The Studio SE is your perfect entry into the world of videography, offering powerful zoom capabilities, reliable performance, and scalability. Need to upgrade to the power of 4K resolution? Consider the Studio 4K. With either model, capture a head-and-shoulders shot of your subject from over 100 feet away with zoom strengths of 12X or 20X, perfect for medium or large spaces. Designed for utility, connectivity, and endurance, a camera from the Studio Series will be your new video system workhorse.

A Multitude of Applications

A Studio Series camera is the perfect companion to a Move SE or Move 4K multi-camera setup, enhancing your production capabilities with additional fixed-camera options that complement your PTZ cameras. The Studio Series’ high-quality construction and discreet profile makes it the perfect choice for streaming municipal meetings, worship services, sports, and security applications. In addition, as fixed cameras the Studio Series is courtroom friendly. Looking for a mix of fixed and PTZ cameras for your project? Check out the PTZOptics Producer, Action, and Flex bundles.

Future-Friendly Performance

Studio Series cameras are Hive-Linked (now in beta!) and equipped with cutting-edge onboard control technology, providing the perfect solution for evolving production workflows. With just a few clicks, you’ll have centralized management of all your cameras from anywhere with just a web connection, making controlling and configuring multiple cameras from a single interface easier.

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Free Software for PTZOptics Users

PTZOptics cameras are compatible with a wide range of free software solutions, including:

  • Camera Management Platform (CMP) for camera management, control, color correction, and auto-tracking (zoom-only for the Studio 4K)
  • Control apps for desktop and mobile devices
  • Plugins and integrations for popular platforms, including OBS
  • Camera configuration and management tools
  • Support and testing utilities
  • And more!

View a full list of our free software here.

Unrivaled Warranties

With robust warranties included standard on every product, you can trust PTZOptics solutions to deliver high performance from day one, and for many years to follow.

The Studio 4K and Studio SE come with a 5-year limited parts and labor warranty. PTZOptics stands by our promise to protect your investment by providing repairs or replacement products for the duration of your warranty. For more information, view our complete warranty documentation for products purchased in the United States here. View our warranty documentation for products purchased internationally here.

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Unparalleled Value, Award-Winning Support

When you reach out to PTZOptics for support, you won’t get an automated system — you’ll get a team of in-house, US-based experts ready to help. Connect with us via:

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Camera Comparison

PTZOptics Studio SE

  • Starting at $1,049 MSRP
  • 12X or 20X Optical Zoom/16x Digital Zoom
  • 72.5° Field of View
  • 5 Year Warranty
  • 1080p @ 60fps Resolution
  • NDI® HX3 Native
  • USB 3.0 (Type C)
  • USB 2.0 (Type A, power only)
  • HDMI
  • PoE
  • SRT
  • RTSP/RTMP(S)

PTZOptics Studio 4K

  • Starting at $1,319 MSRP
  • 12x or 20x Optical Zoom/16x Digital Zoom
  • 72.5° (12x) or 60.7° (20x) Field of View
  • 5 Year Warranty
  • 4K @ 60fps Resolution
  • NDI® HX3 Native
  • USB 3.0 (Type C)
  • USB 2.0 (Type A, power only)
  • HDMI
  • PoE+
  • SRT
  • RTSP/RTMP(S)

Hive-Linked (Now in Beta!)

The Studio SE and 4K Connect Instantly to Hive, Right Out of the Box

Easily control your Studio Series camera from anywhere in the world with just one simple link. PTZOptics Hive is the keystone of the PTZOptics ecosystem, offering a centralized platform that enhances your PTZOptics cameras. After a one-time link to the Hive, users can control their cameras anytime, anywhere. Hive-Linked cameras can be connected anytime they are plugged into a network – no application or additional hardware required. Hive-Linked functionality is now in beta!

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The Studio 4K and Studio SE are both compliant with NDAA 2019, Section 889. These product do not contain components from any of the companies highlighted in NDAA 2019, Section 889.

Camera & Lens Image Sensor & Lens 12x and 20x: 1/2.8” CMOS, 8MP (8.4M effective pixels)
Digital Zoom 16x
Resolution and Frame Rate HDMI: 3840x2160p-60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25, 1920x1080p-60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25, 1920x1080i-60/59.94/50, 1280x720p-60/59.94
SDI: 1920x1080p-60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25, 1920x1080i-60/59.94/50, 1280x720p-60/59.94/50
Optical Lens Focal Length (Zoom) 12x: f = 4.1mm ~ 49.2mm, F1.8 ~ F2.68
20x: f = 4.7mm ~ 94mm, F1.6 ~ F3.6
Optical Lens Field of View, Horizontal & Vertical 12x: H 6.9° ~ 72.5° | V 3.9° ~ 44.8°
20x: H 3.5° ~ 60.7° | V 1.9° ~ 34.1°
Display Field of View 12x: 80.2°
20x: 67.8°
Min Lux 0.5 Lux @ (F1.8, AGC ON)
Shutter 1/30s ~ 1/10000s
Presets 255 Presets
Presets Accuracy 0.1°
Image Flip Supported
Image Mirror Supported
Image Freeze Supported
Physical Specifications Material Aluminum, Plastic
Color Gray or White
Dimensions (L x W x H) 5.7" L x 2.99" W x 3.09" H | 145mm L x 76mm W x 78.5mm H
Weight 12x: 1.5 lbs | 0.68kg
20x: 1.4 lbs | 0.64kg
Working Environment Indoor
Humidity Range 10% ~ 80%
Operating Temperature 14°F ~ 104°F (-10°C ~ 40°C)
Storage Temperature -40°F ~ 140°F (-40 ~ 60°C)
Connections HD Video Output 1x RJ45: 10/100/1000M Adaptive Ethernet Port | NDI® HX3 enabled
1x HDMI: Version 2.0
1x USB: 3.0 Type C
1x 3G-SDI: BNC type, 300mVP-p, 75Ω, Along to SMPTE 424M
Audio Interface 1x 3.5mm Line level input
1x 3.5mm Line level output
Video Formats USB:
  • YUY2: Max resolution 1920x1080p @ 30fps
  • MJPEG: Max resolution 3840x2160p @ 30fps
  • H.264 AVC & SVC: Max resolution 3840x2160p @ 30fps

RTSP/NDI® HX3 only:
  • H.265: Max resolution 3840x2160p @ 60fps
Compression Standards H.264 / H.265 / MJPEG / YUY2 (H.265 HEVC via RTSP/NDI® HX3 only)
UVC Version Supported UVC 1.1 ~ 1.5
Supported Protocols TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, RTSP, RTMP/RTMPS, ONVIF, NDI® HX3, SRT, Multicast, etc.
IR 4x IR Addresses, Max distance 30ft / 9m
Power Supply JEITA type (DC IN 12V) / PoE+ (802.3at)
Current Consumption Max 2A
Power Consumption Max 18W
 
Camera & Lens Image Sensor & Lens 12x and 20x: 1/2.8” CMOS, 8MP (8.4M effective pixels)
Digital Zoom 16x
Resolution and Frame Rate HDMI: 1920x1080p-60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25, 1920x1080i-60/59.94/50, 1280x720p-60/59.94/50/30/29.97
SDI: 1920x1080p-60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25, 1280x720p-60/59.94/50/30/29.97
Optical Lens Focal Length (Zoom) 12x: f = 4.1mm ~ 49.2mm, F1.8 ~ F2.68
20x: f = 4.7mm ~ 94mm, F1.6 ~ F3.6
Optical Lens Field of View, Horizontal & Vertical 12x: H 6.9° ~ 72.5° | V 3.9° ~ 44.8°
20x: H 3.5° ~ 60.7° | V 1.9° ~ 34.1°
Display Field of View 12x: 80.2°
20x: 67.8°
Min Lux 0.5 Lux @ (F1.8, AGC ON)
Shutter 1/30s ~ 1/10000s
Presets 255 Presets
Presets Accuracy 0.1°
Image Flip Supported
Image Mirror Supported
Image Freeze Supported
Physical Specifications Material Aluminum, Plastic
Color Gray or White
Dimensions (L x W x H) 5.7" L x 2.99" W x 3.09" H | 145mm L x 76mm W x 78.5mm H
Weight 12x: 1.5 lbs | 0.68kg
20x: 1.4 lbs | 0.64kg
Working Environment Indoor
Humidity Range 10% ~ 80%
Operating Temperature 14°F ~ 104°F (-10°C ~ 40°C)
Storage Temperature -40°F ~ 140°F (-40 ~ 60°C)
Connections HD Video Output 1x RJ45: 10/100/1000M Adaptive Ethernet Port | NDI® HX3 enabled
1x HDMI: Version 2.0
1x USB: 3.0 Type C
1x 3G-SDI: BNC type, 800mVP-p, 75Ω, Along to SMPTE 424M
Audio Interface 1x 3.5mm Line level input
1x 3.5mm Line level output
Video Formats USB:
  • YUY2: Max resolution 1920x1080p @ 30fps
  • MJPEG: Max resolution 1920x1080p @ 30fps
  • H.264 AVC & SVC: Max resolution 1920x1080p @ 30fps

RTSP/NDI® HX3 only:
  • H.265: Max resolution 1920x1080p @ 30fps
Compression Standards H.264 / H.265 / MJPEG / YUY2 (H.265 HEVC via RTSP/NDI® HX3 only)
UVC Version Supported UVC 1.1
Supported Protocols TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, RTSP, RTMP/RTMPS, ONVIF, NDI® HX3, SRT, Multicast, etc.
IR 4x IR Addresses, Max distance 30ft / 9m
Power Supply JEITA type (DC IN 12V) / PoE (802.3at)
Current Consumption Max 2A
Power Consumption Max 18W
 

Studio Series Documentation

SKUMAPDocuments
PT12X-STUDIO-4K-xx-G3$1,319Data Sheet | Manual | CAD Line Drawing | 3D CAD Renders
PT20X-STUDIO-4K-xx-G3$1,489Data Sheet | Manual | CAD Line Drawing | 3D CAD Renders
PT12X-STUDIO-SE-xx-G3$1,049Data Sheet | Manual
PT20X-STUDIO-4K-xx-G3$1,269Data Sheet | Manual

Note: “xx” stands for the color. Use “WH” for white and “GY” for black/gray.

Get ready for the PTZOptics Studio Series, a new collection of fixed cameras offering stunning 1080p or 4K 60fps resolution with 12X or 20X optical zoom options, all in a compact form factor. The Studio SE and Studio 4K are Hive-Linked, allowing for one-click integration with Hive Studio for instant cloud-based camera control over multiple video output options. By adding the Studio Series to your setup, you’re investing in a future-proof solution that will consistently deliver reliability, versatility, and top-tier performance for years to come.

The Studio SE and Studio 4K have a built-in microphone and come with an IR remote (batteries included), a 12V 2A international power supply, lens cap, and a USB A-C cable.

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