Sony’s Latest Innovations in High-Quality Video Production for a Varied Range of Applications
Sony’s innovative streak continues with the recent proclamation of the BRC-AM7, a flagship 4K 60p Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) camera possessing an integrated lens. Noteworthy is the embedded PTZ Auto Framing technology, leveraging artificial intelligence for superior recognition. This camera assures precise and smooth automatic tracking of dynamic subjects, simplifying the process of high-quality video production for the likes of broadcasting, live events, or sports productions.
Compact Design for Maximum Filming Flexibility
The new addition, the BRC-AM7, stakes its claim as the lightest and smallest PTZ camera with an integrated lens. Its compact dimensions and lightweight, approximately 3.7kg or 8.15lb, ensure enhanced installation versatility and broader accessibility in challenging locales, thus affording more unique filming perspectives.
High Resolution 4K Imagery and a Feature-Rich Lens!
The BRC-AM7 guarantees 4K 60p high-resolution images producing less noise, attributable to a unique fusion of the 1.0-type 4K compatible stacked Exmor RS CMOS image sensor and the newly-minted BIONZ XR image-processing engine. This camera’s lens, equipped with a 20x optical zoom and Clear Image Zoom, further enables high magnification zooming while maintaining resolution.
AI-Equipped Auto Framing and Ultra-Smooth Operation!
Sony’s PTZ Auto Framing technology, furnished with autofocus, integrates AI analytics for better recognition accuracy. This facilitates automatic subject tracking based on detailed parameters such as skeletal structure, face, and clothing attributes. Besides, the BRC-AM7 allows precise framing movements with a new pan-tilt mechanism performing swift and silent operations from 0.004 degrees per second up to 180 degrees per second.
Seamless Integration with Sony’s Professional Camera Ecosystem
The BRC-AM7 pairs perfectly with Sony’s professional camera line, championing effortless color matching through its compatibility with ITU709, 709tone, S-Cinetone, and S-Log. The camera also supports multi-camera operation via Sony’s Master Setup Units compatibility and Remote-Control Panels, in addition to integration with Sony’s switchers.
Added Considerations for Versatile Installation and Connectivity Options
The camera’s convenient design caters to challenging installations like suspended ceilings, cranes, or stage batons and tripod shooting. Power supply considerations include an XLR 4-pin connector and PoE++ support. For outputs, the camera offers the convenience of 12G-SDI and HDMI, in addition to 3G-SDI for monitor output. Accommodations for audio come in the form of two channels of XLR 3-pin connectors and a φ3.5mm stereo input.
Forward-Thinking Protocol Compatibility for Remote Production
Adding to its innovative features, the BRC-AM7 supports a host of protocols like SRT, RTMP, RTSP, NDI, and optical fiber, realizing remote production over IP networks. Excluding compatibility with external commands through VISCA over IP, S700PTP protocol, and CGI, it also offers IP Tally support.
Venturing into Virtual Production with Free-d Protocol
The BRC-AM7 also steps into the virtual production realm with its compatibility with the free-d protocol, commonly adopted in augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) production. It can accurately map camera tracking specifics in a 3D space, facilitating the seamless integration of life-like footage with 3D Computer Graphics backgrounds for realistic composite images. Sony promises the launch of BRC-AM7 sometime in early 2025.
