Sony BRC-X1000 4K PTZ 3G-SDI Camera

The BRC-X1000 is Sony's first 4K remote camera, combining uncompromising broadcast picture quality and smooth, silent PTZ operation with the flexibility of 3G-SDI and HDMI connections.

Designed for remote operation, this compact but powerful robotic camera is an ideal complement to other broadcast cameras for capturing images in hard-to-reach or unobtrusive positions. It's equally at home in TV newsrooms, remote studios and on-air suites, auditoriums, houses of worship, courtrooms or sports stadiums. It's also particularly suited to efficient multi-camera set-ups, under the control of a single operator.

The 1.0-type Exmor R CMOS image sensor captures detail-packed 4K footage at 30p with four times the pixel count of Full HD, and excellent low-light sensitivity. The large image sensor also allows the creation of beautiful 'bokeh' effects with a shallow depth of field to suit any artistic intention.

Speedy, near-silent PTZ operation with 12x optical zoom accommodates wide-angle scenes and tightly framed close-ups, with Clear Image Zoom 18x (4K), 24x(HD) extending this range even further without visible loss of resolution. In HD resolution, 24x zoom can be doubled to 48x with Tele Convert Mode. Broadcast-friendly features include dual tally lamps for on-air operation, while operational flexibility is enhanced with options for ceiling, table top or tripod mounting.

There’s also a broad range of video interfacing and remote control possibilities - plus support for PoE+ and genlock - for smooth integration into any broadcast, professional or corporate AV environment.

The BRC-X1000/1 and the BRC-X1000/WPW are the US/Canada models which are bundled with the AC-UES1230MT AC power supply and cord. In all other regions the AC power supply and cord are sold separately.

Key Features

• Enhanced Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) operation
  Accurately re-frame shots or track moving subjects with smooth, speedy, near-silent remote control of pan, tilt and zoom functions. There's also low-speed zoom and a slow pan/tilt mode for precise, judder-free camera movements. PTZ Trace Memory allows a sequence of camera movements to be memorised and followed whenever required. PTZ Motion Sync smoothly blends separate pan, tilt and zoom movements for seamless, professional-looking transitions. Up to 100 pre set positions for pan/tilt/zoom operations
• Uncompromising 4K images
  The camera's large, back-illuminated 1.0-type Exmor R CMOS sensor delivers uncompromised broadcast quality colour pictures in detail-packed 4K 30p, with four times the resolution of Full HD. Footage can also be captured in Full HD 60p - ideal for fast-moving sports action.
• Cinematic 24p pictures
  The camera can also operate in 24p mode, for video footage with a rich, filmic look.
  High quality 12x optical zoom and 18x(4K) or 24x(HD) with Clear Image Zoom
  The high quality Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens with 12x optical zoom range covers wide angle shots as well as tight close-ups. Clear Image Zoom* expands this range to 18x (4K) or 24x (HD) without sacrificing detail. In addition, the Tele Convert Mode can double this range again, up to 48x zoom while maintaining a 1920x1080 resolution.
  *Clear Image Zoom is a Sony original intelligent interpolation, which analyzes the input image and increases the resolution of the image.
• Excellent low light sensitivity
  The BRC-X1000 can capture crisp, low noise colour video images in light levels as low as 1.7lx, making it an ideal choice for dimly lit live hall and theater.
• Flexible installation
  Integration is simplified in a wide range of environments, with PoE+ (Power over Ethernet) to reduce cabling requirements and VISCA control over IP.
• Remote operation
  Pan/tilt/zoom and other camera settings can be controlled using the supplied IR remote commander, or with the optional RM-IP500 Remote Control Unit that can control multiple cameras.
• RCP/MSU Connectivity
  In an studio environment, BRC-X1000 can be controlled via Sony’s Remote Control Panel RCP-1500/1501/1530 and MSU-1000/1500. Connection can be made over IP networks.
  *The compatibility is described in Remote Camera System Guide.
• Genlock
  Genlock simplifies integration with other systems in multi-camera broadcast environments.
• Versatile video outputs
  Enjoy greater installation flexibility in professional broadcast and AV environments with dual link 3G-SDI (x4) and HDMI video outputs.
• Front and rear tally lamps
  Ideal for on-air broadcast use, the BRC-X1000 features dual tally lamps on the front and rear of the camera body. Brightness of the front tally lamp can be adjusted in two steps.
• Always up to date
  New camera functionality and performance improvements can be added via firmware updates over IP.

Technical Specifications

Image Sensor
1.0-type back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor
Image Sensor (Number of Effective Pixels)
Approx. 14.2 Megapixels
Image Sensor (Total Number of Pixels)
Approx. 20.4 Megapixels
Signal System
2160/29.97p, 1080/59.94p, 1080/59.94i, 720/59,94p, 2160/25p, 1080/50p, 1080/50i, 720/50p, 2160/23.98p, 1080/23.98p
Minimum Illumination (50IRE)
1.7 lux (50IRE, F2.8, 1/30s, Max.Gain)
Horizontal Resolution
1800 TV line (in 3G-SDI output) (center)
Gain
Auto/Manual (-3dB to +33dB)
Shutter Speed
1/10000s to 1/8 (59.94/29.97)
1/10000s to 1/6 (50/25/23.98)
Exposure Control
Auto, Manual, Priority mode (shutter priority, iris priority, gain priority), Back light, Spot light
White Balance
Auto1/Auto2/One Push/Indoor/Outdoor/Manual
Optical Zoom
12x
Clear Image Zoom
2x
*1.5x at 4K resolution
Digital Zoom
No
Tele Convert Mode
Off, 2x
*1920x1080 only
Focusing System
Auto/Manual
Horizontal Viewing Angle
64.6 (Wide-end)
Focal Length
f=9.3 to 111.6mm
F2.8(Wide) ,F4.5(Tele)
Minimum Object Distance
1000mm(Tele)
80mm(Wide)
Pan/Tilt Angle
Pan: +/-170
Tilt: +90/-30
Pan/Tilt Speed
Pan: 0.3 to 60/s
Tilt: 0.3 to 60/s
Pan/Tilt Slow Mode
Yes
Pan/Tilt Operation Noise
NC30 or less*
* Sony measurement conditions
Preset Position
100
PTZ Trace Memory
16
PTZ Motion Sync
Yes
Day/Night
Yes
Visibility Enhancer
Yes
Image Flip
On/Off
Picture Profile Preset
Yes
ND Filter
Off, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64 switchable in menu
Color Gain
Yes (15 step)
Color Hue
Yes (15 step)
Color Matrix
Off/Standard/High Saturation/FL light/MOVIE/STILL/CINEMA/PRO/ITU709/BW
Gamma
Standard/Straight/MOVIE/STILL/CINE1/CINE2/CINE3/CINE4/ITU709//Pattern
Gamma Level
Yes (15 step)
Black Level
Yes (97 step)
Black Gamma
Yes (15 step)
Knee Point
Yes (13 step)
Knee Slope
Yes (15 step)
Flicker Cancel
On/Off
4K Video Output
Dual Link 3G-SDI(2SI only) x2 and HDMI
HD Video Output
3G-SDI x4 and HDMI
HDMI Color Space
YCbCr, 4:2:2
RGB, 4:4:4
Camera Control Interface
VISCA RS-422
RJ45(In/Out)
VISCA over IP
RJ45
External Sync. Input
BNC, 75 OHM, HD 3-level sync, SD Black Burst
Power Connector Type
IEC60130-10
(JEITA standard RC-5320A)
TYPE4
Power Requirements
DC 10.8V to 13.2V,
PoE+ (IEEE802.3at compliant)
Power Consumption
DC12 V:21.5 W (Max)
PoE+:25.5 W (Max)
Operating Temperature
0 C to 40 C
32 F to 104 F
Storage Temperature
-20 C to +60 C
-4 F to +140 F
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Approx. 198 x 260 x 238mm (without projecting object)
Approx. 7 7/8 x 10 1/4 x 9 3/8 inch (without projecting object)
Mass
Approx. 4.3kg
Approx. 9 lb 7.7oz
Optional Card Slots
Not needed
Size of Screw Hole for Tripod
1/4-20UNC x2
Mountable Angle
<+/-15
Ceiling Mount
Yes
Supplied Accessories
IR Remote Commander Unit (1)
Ceiling bracket (2)
Wire rope (1)
Screws(M3 x 8) (7)
Screws(M4 x 8) (1)
HDMI cable fixing plate (1)