The AW-UE30 4K PTZ camera features a 20x optical zoom and built-in auto-tracking, making it suitable for educational settings and business meetings.
Panasonic Marketing Middle East & Africa (PMMAF) has introduced its latest addition to the 4K PTZ camera lineup, the AW-UE30. This new camera features a 20x optical zoom and a 74.1° wide-angle lens, designed for academic and business settings due to its compact design and built-in auto-tracking feature.
Fujio Hiramori, Manager of Marketing – System Solutions & Communications Division at PMMAF, said: “Panasonic continues to improve and expand the capabilities of our PTZ cameras and the AW-UE30 is no exception. We recognise the dynamic technological development happening across the MEA region – industry reports alone on the MEA smart classroom market is noteworthy with growth projections of up to USD 7,626.1m by 2027. Launching the AW-UE30 demonstrates our strong commitment to providing our customers with the best-in-class camera systems, which will empower, not only the educators, but decision-makers and corporate professionals as well, so that they can adapt to new needs and maintain a constant link to achieve their learning and business objectives.”
The AW-UE30 supports both HDMI and IP, making it suitable for integration into existing HD or 4K workflows with its simultaneous video output feature. The camera’s wide-angle lens and 20x optical zoom allow for extensive coverage from a compact installation space, maintaining high image quality even at high zoom levels, suitable for large indoor venues.
The camera’s compact design ensures it blends seamlessly into any environment and operates quietly, making it versatile for various video shooting conditions. It is user-friendly, ensuring stable image capture even for those unfamiliar with camera operation. The camera is also compatible with online conference software and livestreaming services, featuring PoE+ support for power, control, and video transmission over a single cable. The inclusion of Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ensures smooth pan-tilt movement, even in busy environments.
The AW-UE30’s built-in auto-tracking function captures moving presenters and speakers without requiring detailed operator input, providing realistic video shooting.
Compatible with Panasonic’s ecosystem of solutions, the AW-UE30 integrates with remote camera controllers, the Media Production Suite software platform, and optional Auto-Tracking software for presentations and lectures. The free-to-download PTZ Virtual USB driver software and LAN connection enable the UE30 to function like a USB camera, extending video and audio transmission beyond conventional USB cable limits.
The camera supports various IP transmission protocols, including Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) for stable high-quality video transmission in unstable network environments, and RTMP/RTMPS for direct streaming to platforms like YouTube Live and Facebook Live.
The AW-UE30 is set to enhance video production capabilities in educational and corporate settings across the MEA region, providing a reliable and versatile solution for high-quality video capture and streaming.