USB PTZ Video Cameras with optical zoom for Pro Live Streaming

What is a USB PTZ Camera?

USB refers to Universal Serial Bus. This is the most common type of computer port, which can be used to connect keyboards, digital cameras, mice, game controllers, printers, and many other removable media drives.

Powerful Controls & Optical Zoom

Our plug-and-play USB 3.0 camera models are built with ease of use and compatibility in mind, featuring game-changing optics and video communication installation options.

USB connectivity is now available with options for HDMI and IP streaming in the latest USB PTZ cameras from PTZOptics. The combination of robust high-definition video outputs and flexible camera control options are what makes this camera powerful. Realize the value of connecting this camera to any application, and enjoy the advanced camera control options which include iOS, Android, PTZ controllers, joysticks and more.

Flexible Mounting Options

Designed to provide flexible mounting options with powerful remote control capabilities.

Versatile Control Options and Live Streaming

Remote camera control options when and where you want them. Use PTZ controls built-in to your favorite video production software such as OBS, Livestream Studio, Wirecast, vMix, mimoLive or Tricaster. Or check out one of our hardware joystick controllers such as our IP joystick, serial joystick, or the SuperJoy. Try our free IP control application for Mac or PC, our open-source control software on GitHub, and our OBS plugin here. Mobile device control options are available here. USB cameras can also live stream directly to content delivery networks such as Facebook and YouTube; learn more here.

Helping your project succeed from behind the scenes

PTZOptics has several ways you can reach us if you have any questions about your production project. Connect with us via:

Phone, email, and chat
Our detailed knowledge base and forum
Our online Udemy course
Our support ticket system
Our Facebook user group
Our weekly live shows

Features and
Benefits

Smartphone (iOS, Android, Kindle)
Plug and Play USB Connectivity
Open Source Camera Control
Three Simultaneous Video Inputs

Compatible with Extron and Crestron Control Systems (IP or Serial)
IP Joystick Controller
Serial Joystick Controller
StreamDeck Integration
SRT Support: Send high-quality, low-latency videos securely over the Internet

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Camera Comparison

PT12X-USB

1869

12X Optical Zoom
72.5° Field of View
5-Year Warranty
USB 3.0
HDMI
SRT
1080P @ 60 FPS Resolution
IP Streaming (RTSP/RTMPS)
Serial Control (RS-232/RS-485)
Audio Line In, 3.5mm (HDMI & IP Stream Only)
Panasonic CMOS Sensor
Wide Dynamic Range
SDI
NDI^®

PT20X-USB

1979

20X Optical Zoom
60.7° Field of View
5-Year Warranty
USB 3.0
HDMI
SRT
1080P @ 60 FPS Resolution
IP Streaming (RTSP/RTMPS)
Serial Control (RS-232/RS-485)
Audio Line In, 3.5mm (HDMI & IP Stream Only)
Panasonic CMOS Sensor
Wide Dynamic Range
SDI
NDI^®

USB Cameras In Action

Broadcast

Learn how a music festival in Oxford, PA used our 12x and 20x USB cameras to live stream here.

Education

Discover how Rosemont College uses our 12x USB cameras to facilitate remote learning here.

House of Worship

Find out how ChurchStreaming.TV uses our 12x and 20x USB cameras to live stream services here.

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Video Outputs	Video Outputs	(1) USB 3.0 (up to [email protected] capable) (1) HDMI Version 1.3 (up to [email protected] capable) (1) Video over Ethernet ([email protected] capable)¹ (1) CVBS *Not simultaneous with USB or HDMI outputs²
	Connectors	(1) USB 3.0 (1) HDMI v1.3 Type A (Female) (1) 10/100/1000 RJ-45 (1) Non-powered 3.5mm Female Input
	Aspect Ratios	4:3, 16:9
	Standard Resolutions	PAL, PAL wide, NTSC, NTSC Wide
	Output Resolution Range	480i-30 to 1080p60
	Frame Rate	Up to 60 fps
	IP Streaming	Video Bitrate Range: 32 – 20480 kbps Maximum 1080p Frame Rate 60fps Audio Bitrate Options: 96K, 129K, 256K AAC Audio Encoding Audio Sample Rate Options: 44.1K, 48K
	Recommended maximum Cable Length for USB 3.0 (based on standards)	9 ft
	Recommended maximum Cable Length for HDMI (based on standards)	45 ft
	Recommended maximum Cable Length for Ethernet (based on standards)	328 ft
Camera and Lens	Video Sensor	Panasonic 1/2.7” CMOS, 2.07 Megapixels
	Scanning Mode	Progressive
	Frame Rates	Full Frame Rates: 1080p-60/50/30/25, 1080-60/50, 720p-60/50/30/25 Experimental Broadcast Frame Rates: 1080p59.94, 1080i59.94, 1080p29.97, 720p59.94 CVBS Only (576i-30, 480i-30)
	Focal Length	12x Optical, F3.5mm-42.3mm, F1.8-F2.8 20x Optical, F4.42mm-88.5mm, F1.8-F2.8
	Zoom Length	12X Optical or 20X Optical
	Digital Zoom	16x
	Field of View	12X Lens – 72.5° 20X Lens – 60.7°
	Min Lux	0.5 Lux at F1.8, AGC ON
	Shutter Speed	1/30s – 1/10000s
	SNR	≥55dB
	Vertical Flip & Mirror	Supported
	Horizontal Angle of View	12X Lens – 6.9° (tele) to 72.5° (wide) 20X Lens – 2.28° (tele) to 60.7° (wide)
	Vertical Angle of View	12X Lens – 3.9° (tele) to 44.8° (wide) 20X Lens – 1.28° (tele) to 34.1° (wide)
	Wide Dynamic Range	Supported
	White Balance	Auto, 3000K/Indoor, 4000K, 5000K/Outdoor, 6500K-1, 6500K-2, 6500K-3, One Push (ok), Manual
	Digital Noise Reduction	2D & 3D Digital Noise Reduction
Audio	Analog audio inputs	Line In, 3.5mm (Embeds on to USB 3.0 & IP Stream)
Networking	DHCP	Supported
	Static IP	Supported
	Multicast	Supported
	Dual Streaming	Supported
	HTTP Port Number	Default 80
	RTSP Port	Default 554
	PTZ Port	Default 5678
	UDP Port	Default 1259
	Web Management	Supported Guest & Admin Logins
Camera Control	(1) 8-pin mini din In	RS-232, RS-485, VISCA, PELCO-D/P
	(1) 8-pin mini din Out (passthrough)	Used to cascade RS-232, RS-485, VISCA, PELCO-D/P controls to next camera in line
	(1) RS-485	2-pin phoenix port Protocols: VISCA/Pelco-D/Pelco-P
	Baud Rate	2400/4800/9600 bits
	IP	PTZOptics VISCA over IP³
	Recommended maximum cable length for RS-232	90 feet (30 meters)
	Recommended maximum cable length for RS-485	3,600 feet (1,200 meters)
Pan & Tilt Movement	Pan Movement	±170°
	Tilt Rotation	Up: 90°, Down: 30°
	PTZ Presets	10 via IR (255 via Serial or IP) 255 presets via Serial or IP
	Horizontal Pan Range	±170°
	Vertical Pan Range	-30° to +90°
	Pan Speed Range	1.7° ~ 100°/s
	Tilt Speed Range	1.7° ~ 69.9°/s
	Preset Accuracy	0.1°
Electrical Index	Power Supply	12W (Max)
Electrical Index	Input Voltage	12V DC (10.8 – 13.0V DC)
Physical Specifications	Dimension (in.)	5.6W x 6.5H x 6.7D (7.88H max w/ Tilt)
	Dimensions (mm)	142W x 164H x 169D (189H max w/ Tilt)
	Box Dimensions	9” x 9” x 10” \| 229mm x 254mm x 229mm
	Camera Weight	3.20 lbs. (1.45 kg)
	Boxed Weight	5.4 lbs. (2.45 kg)
Regulatory Compliance	FCC compliance:	FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B – Class A:2011, ANSI C63.4-2014
Regulatory Compliance	CE compliance:	EN 55032:2015, EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013, EN 55035:2017

1H.264, H.265, MJPEG Encoding; RTSP; RTMP; NDI|HX® upgradeable
2SD only (576i-30, 480i-30)
3TCP (5678); UDP (1259)

SKU	Version	Download zip file
PT12X-USB-xx-G2	6.2.70	Download Now
PT20X-USB-xx-G2	6.2.66	Download Now

Bundles

SKU	Version	Download zip file
PT12X-USB-xx-G2 Bundle	6.2.70	Download Now
PT20X-USB-xx-G2 Bundle	6.2.66	Download Now

What mobile devices can I use to control my PTZ Camera?

PTZ Mobile Device Integration

Android Devices (learn more)
Kindle Devices (learn more)
iOS Devices (learn more)

What computer programing languages can I use to control my PTZ cameras?

PTZ Computer Programming Languages

What software can I use to control my PTZ Camera?

PTZ Software Integration

Ableton Live (MIDI App)
Apple/Mac Computers (learn more)
Bitfocus Companion (learn more)
EasyLive (RTMP)
Google Chrome (most modern web browsers)
Livestream Studio (learn more)
Logic (MIDI App)
MimoLive (learn more)
OBS (learn more)
Open Source (see open source code)
OpenCV (RTSP and USB)
Pro Tools (MIDI App)
Rocosoft (USB and IP)
Touch Designer (learn more)
Twitch (see extension)
vMix (learn more)
Windows Computers (learn more)
Wirecast (learn more)

What hardware can I use to control my PTZ Camera?

PTZ Hardware Integration

NewTek Tricaster (learn more)
Roland (learn more)
Wirecast Gear (learn more)

What control protocols can I use to control my PTZ cameras?

PTZ Control Protocols

What USB exclusive integrations can I use to control my PTZ Camera?

USB Exclusive Integration

Zoom (UVC Support) (see example here)
Zoom Room (UVC Control) (see example here)
VSee (UVC Control)
Any UVC compatible software

What controllers can I use to control my PTZ Camera?

PTZ Controller Integration

Crestron (see control codes)
Extron (see control codes)
HuddleCamHD Serial Joystick (learn more)
PTZOptics IP Joystick (learn more)
Skaarhoj (over IP)
StreamDeck (learn more)
XBox Controller (learn more)
Xkeys (w/ vMix or Wirecast)

PTZOptics® PTZ USB Camera Models

SKU	MSRP	Documents
PT12X-USB-G2-xx	$1,869	Data Sheet \| Manual
PT20X-USB-G2-xx	$1,979	Data Sheet \| Manual

Note: “xx” stands for the color. Use “WH” for white and “BK” for gray.

Ideal for web-based video conferencing and collaboration software solutions like GoToMeeting, WebEX, Skype and Zoom but also for computer-based live streaming applications like Wirecast, xSplit, Open Broadcaster Software (OBS). PTZOptics quality optical lenses and control capabilities provide endless possibilities for high definition video communications. The USB 3.0 models can be NDI™ upgraded. For more information, see the NDI page.

Consider designing a custom application for USB cameras with our Open Source Control Software. IP connectivity lets you control remotely using an IP joystick. For scenarios where no local area network is available, used a Serial Joystick to provide remote PTZ controls. Or, control with the included IR remote. And, its easily wall or ceiling mounted! Learn more about our mounting solutions here.

High Definition | 5 Year Warranty | Wide Angle Lens | Plug & Play | H.264 & H.265 | iOS/Android Control App

Can I control PTZOptics cameras using a video conferencing software like Zoom?

Yes. PTZOptics cameras support standard UVC camera control to control your PTZ camera from a Zoom Room iPad or in a far end camera control workflow. Control your PTZOptics camera using most UVC enabled software over a single USB connection to your computer.

Can I use the USB and HDMI video outputs at the same time?

Yes, simultaneously output video from your USB PTZOptics camera model via USB 3.0. HDMI and IP video sources (RTSP/RTMP).

Is it possible to power my PTZ camera with a USB 3.0 connection?

No. PTZOptics USB camera models cannot currently be powered using a USB connection.

Will this PTZ camera work with Microsoft Teams?

Yes. This PTZOptics camera will work with any video conferencing software just as a webcam via USB connection.

Does this PTZ camera support PoE?

No. The PTZOptics USB camera models do not support Power over Ethernet

Do the PTZOptics USB camera models come with 30X optical zoom lenses?

No. PTZOptics USB camera models are only available with 12X and 20X integrated zoom lenses.

Can I charge peripheral devices via the USB 2.0 port on these cameras?

The USB 2.0 port is not designed to provide a reliable source of power for external devices. However, some customers have had success using this port for charging small electronics.

Are the PTZOptics USB cameras upgradeable to support NDI?

Yes, you can upgrade any second generation PTZOptics USB camera model to support NDI. To do this, you must purchase an NDI license here. Once you have a license your camera firmware will require an upgrade.

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