BirdDog

Founded in Melbourne, Australia, BirdDog is dedicated to making video streaming easier, more cost effective and achievable in more places by more people. From corporate to house of worship, live events and education, BirdDog has a solution.

BirdDog was the first company in the world to develop a custom silicon chip to do NDI encoding and decoding, enabling live video to travel over standard computer networks present in all modern building with no compromise on quality. Since then, BirdDog has been a standout leader in NDI. BirdDog truly believes it’s time to move live video production to the Internet age – Welcome to the Future.

Protect+ Coverage Now Included with new generation cameras (X, MAX and MAKI series)

Midwich’s Protect+ service provides peace of mind with advanced replacement warranties and 24/5 technical support, ensuring customers get the help they need when they need it most. 

As part of Midwich’s new Plus Services, Protect+ offers expert support and seamless, hassle-free equipment replacement should the need arise. BirdDog customers now benefit from this industry-leading service. 2 years of Protect+ is now included with most BirdDog cameras, with the option to extend coverage for an additional three years - a total of five years of coverage - making it a flexible and valuable investment.

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BDX5UB X5 Ultra Black

BirdDog 4K60 Production PTZ Camera featuring NDI® | HX3, NDI® | HX2/3 Decoder, 12G-SDI, advanced mechanical drive, 2x e-ink display and HALO Tally. Black - TAA Compliant - BDX5UB

BDX1W X1 White

BirdDog X1 White. 1080P PTZ Camera with 20x Zoom, 60fps (59.94), AI Auto Framing, HDR bracketing (30fps maximum), 2.93" E-Ink Display, Halo Tally, Wi-Fi 5, NDI HX3 can be sent over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, ONVIF support, HDMI output, USB / UVC Output (independent resolution) for connection directly to Zoom, Teams, etc, Zoom Certified - BDX1W

BirdDog X1 Ultra Black (Includes 2 Years Protect Plus)

BirdDog X1 Ultra Black. 2160P (4K UHD) PTZ Camera with 12x Zoom, 30fps (29.97), AI Auto Framing, 2.93" E-Ink Display, Halo Tally, Wi-Fi 5, NDI HX3 can be sent over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, ONVIF support, HDMI output, USB / UVC Output (independent resolution) for connection directly to Zoom, Teams, etc, - BDX1UB

BirdDog O4 Outdoor Camera - Grey

BirdDog O4 Outdoor Camera - Grey - (Includes 2 years of Protect Plus) - BDO4GR

BirdDog MAKI Ultra 20x Black (Includes 2 Years Protect Plus)

BirdDog MAKI Ultra Black. 2160P (4K UHD) Camera with 20x Zoom, 60fps (59.94), Halo Tally, NDI HX3, SDI output (Max. 1080p60), Horizontal Field of View 60 degrees, 8-way on device controls, ONVIF support, HDMI output, USB / UVC Output (independent resolution) for connection directly to Zoom, Teams, etc - BDMKU20XB

BirdDog KBD PTZ Controller

BirdDog KBD (new PTZ Controller with integrated screen) - Controller with a built-in tally display and physical feedback for camera switching. Made with Ocean-Bound Plastics and recyclable Aircraft-grade Aluminum. NDI, VISCA, ONVIF, RS-232, & RS-422 connectivity ensure interoperability - BDKBD

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AVonAir 2026 - our best studio yet.

AVonAir 2026 is our most advanced studio yet, featuring a complete end-to-end workflow with leading broadcast, production, and connectivity solutions designed for professional results with minimal hassle. Visit us at InfoComm 2026 to see it in person, or explore our new interactive booth app for a virtual tour of the full setup.

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BirdDog Tech Talk: Exploring the Play, Play Pro, and O4 Outdoor PTZ Camera

Explore BirdDog’s Play, Play Pro, and O4 outdoor PTZ camera in this Tech Talk with SFM and BirdDog. Learn about NDI workflows, Fast Switch, KVM support, outdoor durability, night vision, and advanced PTZ features for modern AV production.

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BirdDog: TVTechnology Best of Show Award NAB 2026

BirdDog won the TVTechnology Best of Show Award at NAB 2026 for the XL Ultra camera.

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Connecting a Global Church Community with BirdDog X4E & MAKI Ultra

BirdDog deliveres the right combination of performance, flexibility, and value for North Boulevard Church to connect their congregation, no matter where they are joining from.

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BirdDog Expands IP Leadership with Dante AV-H Integration Across Cameras and Connect

BirdDog has integrated Dante AV-H across most of its camera lineup and platforms, enhancing flexibility, scalability, and interoperability in AV systems while supporting the shift toward unified AV-over-IP workflows.

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