1" 50MP Sensor

Larger sensor for improved light capture and detail. Higher resolution means better scaling and clarity.

4K at 60fps

Smooth motion for live production. Broadcast-ready video pipeline.

20X Optical Zoom

~71° horizontal field of view. Wide for room coverage, strong zoom for long-distance capture. Large venues and studios.

PDAF + OIS

Phase Detect Autofocus — fast, accurate subject acquisition. Optical Image Stabilization reduces micro-jitter in live environments.

AI Auto Tracking

More reliable subject tracking for presenters, speakers, live events. Reduced operator dependency.

Brushless DC Motors

High-precision positioning, ultra-smooth pan/tilt, cinematic motion even at extremely low speeds.

Connectivity

12G-SDI (4K60 workflows), 3G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0 Type-C (UVC). IP streaming: NDI HX3 (included), SRT, RTMP, RTSP, H.265. SFP+ Fiber (12G, built-in).

Broadcast Features

Timecode & Genlock for multi-camera sync. FreeD protocol for virtual production. XLR audio with 48V phantom power. Built-in 3-stage ND filter (1/4, 1/16, 1/64).

Onboard

Local recording (TF card) with onboard storage. Front and rear tally lights with multi-status indication.

NDAA Compliant

Critical for government, enterprise, and education markets. Most competitors in this tier are NOT NDAA compliant. This is a key differentiator.

"Our first premium-tier PTZ."

Frame it as an exciting expansion into a new market tier.

"1-inch sensor, 4K60, 12G-SDI, Genlock — broadcast-grade."

Lead with the specs that broadcast professionals care about.

"NDAA compliant — unlike others at this level."

This is the competitive wedge. Use it, especially with government and enterprise.

"Combined with Horizon, your investment gets smarter over time."

Connect hardware excellence with the software story.

Don't discount the $8,999 MAP

Pricing is set at $8,999 MAP. Don't discount it. Don't say "starting at" — it's one model, one price. Lead with total cost of ownership vs competitors who charge extra for tracking licenses and SFP+ modules.

Don't quote beyond the confirmed specs

Use the confirmed spec sheet on this page. If asked about anything not listed, say “let me confirm that with PTZOptics.”

Don't volunteer NDI HX3 unprompted

NDI HX3 is included and confirmed. But don't lead with it — lead with the total package. If asked about NDI, confirm HX3 is included at no extra cost.

Never frame as a "product launch"

It's available now — not a pre-order.

3” Integrated Display

Preview NDI and RTSP camera feeds while viewing camera settings and control information directly on the controller.

4K30 HDMI Output

Send the selected camera feed to a connected confidence monitor for a larger, high-quality preview.

Intelligent, Customizable Control

Find cameras on your network and access presets, camera functions and custom commands through four assignable controls across six pages.

Integrated Monitoring

Preview NDI and RTSP feeds on the 3-inch display. Keep eyes on the selected camera while viewing essential control information directly on MiniJoy.

External Confidence Monitor

4K30 HDMI output. Send the selected camera feed to a connected display when you want a bigger preview.

Camera Scale

Built to manage up to 1,000 cameras. A compact controller does not mean a compact camera list.

Tactile Control + Presets

A 4D precision joystick — pan, tilt, zoom, twist, including simultaneous movement across axes. Store and recall 255 presets per camera from the keypad and SET/CALL controls.

“Discovery, preview and control in one compact device.”

Lead with the workflow: find cameras, preview feeds, take control — all from the controller itself.

“$849 MAP — professional control without the full-size footprint.”

Position against SuperJoy ($1,299) as the compact companion for portable and space-constrained workflows.

“24 assignable slots across six pages.”

Customization depth is the differentiator vs basic compact joysticks.

“Up to 1,000 cameras.”

Compact does not mean limited. Great for large managed deployments.

Don’t position as a SuperJoy replacement

MiniJoy is a companion product. SuperJoy remains the full-size controller for multi-camera rooms. MiniJoy is for compact, portable and secondary workflows.

Don’t sell it on size alone

The size is the surprise, not the value proposition. Lead with discovery, preview and customization.

Don’t lead with discounts

Pricing is set at $849 MAP. Lead with value (display + discovery + customization) not price.

Don’t oversell unconfirmed specs

Only quote the confirmed snapshot above. If asked about unlisted specs, say “let me confirm that with PTZOptics.”

250+ Camera Models

Cross-brand control of Sony, BirdDog, Lumens, Marshall, Panasonic, AVer, PTZOptics and more. If cameras support VISCA, NDI, ONVIF, or Pelco, SuperJoy can likely control them.

One-Button ATEM Sync

Press a preset button and the camera moves while the Blackmagic ATEM cuts to that camera — simultaneously. The worship and corporate one-button workflow.

Customizable M-CORE Buttons

Assignable buttons for presets, macros, and camera functions — including a custom button for auto-tracking. Put your most-used actions where your hands are.

“Keep your existing cameras.”

The strongest pitch for mixed-brand fleets: 250+ models, no rip-and-replace. One joystick controls everything.

“One button per shot.”

Demo the ATEM sync — press a button, camera moves, switcher cuts. Volunteers can run it.

“Often less than brand-specific controllers.”

$1,299 vs brand-specific controllers — with cross-brand flexibility they cannot offer.

“Pair with MiniJoy for compact rooms.”

Sell the family: SuperJoy in the main room, MiniJoy in compact and portable setups.

Don’t claim it controls everything

Verify specific models. Be precise about protocols: VISCA, NDI, ONVIF, Pelco. Proprietary-protocol cameras may not work.

Don’t promise ATEM integration it doesn’t have

ATEM sync works with Blackmagic ATEM switchers. Verify the customer’s switcher model before promising the workflow.

Don’t say it replaces a switcher

SuperJoy triggers ATEM cuts — it is not a switcher. It controls cameras and syncs with the ATEM.

Don’t undercut the $1,299 MAP

Pricing is set. Sell the total value: cross-brand control + ATEM sync + custom buttons.

4K60 + NDI HX3

Broadcast-quality 4K60 over SDI, HDMI, USB, and IP — with efficient NDI HX3 built in for networked workflows.

Built-In Auto-Tracking

Included at no extra cost — competitors charge $800+ for a tracking license. Presenter Lock, Group Lock, Stage Lock modes.

SuperZoom

Output 1080p and the 4K sensor crops in, doubling optical zoom with no quality loss: 12X→24X, 20X→40X, 30X→60X.

“Tracking is included.”

The wedge vs competitors charging $800+ for tracking licenses. Move 4K has it built in.

“One camera, every output.”

SDI, HDMI, USB, and IP in a single camera — no adapters, no add-ons.

“Your camera gets smarter over time.”

Horizon delivers new features via firmware — the investment grows.

“Match the zoom to the room.”

Use the Zoom Guide to pick 12X/20X/30X by subject distance — never oversell zoom.

Don’t sell 4K as always better

If the room only does Zoom/Teams calls at 1080p, Move SE saves the customer $800. Fit the camera to the room.

Don’t promise broadcast features

Move 4K is ProAV tier. For 12G-SDI, genlock, timecode — that’s Rise 4K, not Move 4K.

Don’t claim NDI High Bandwidth

Move 4K is NDI HX3 — efficient, lower bandwidth. Do not claim Full/HB NDI.

Don’t discount below MAP

Pricing is set: $1,999 / $2,349 / $2,699. Sell total value, not discounts.

Built-In Auto-Tracking

The same tracking included at no extra cost — not a stripped-down version. Presenter Lock included.

NDI HX3

Networked video built in — the same NDI as the flagship at the entry price.

From $1,199

The most affordable way into the PTZOptics ecosystem with tracking and NDI included.

“Tracking and NDI included at $1,199.”

At this price, competitors charge extra for tracking or skip NDI entirely. Move SE includes both.

“The smart choice for 1080p rooms.”

Zoom/Teams calls, lecture capture, worship — if the output is 1080p, Move SE is the right camera and saves $800.

“Same ecosystem as the flagship.”

Horizon, Hive, SuperJoy control, 5-year warranty — full ecosystem membership at entry price.

“Bundle with SuperJoy.”

SE Producer + JOY4 bundle bundles the camera with a controller for simple rooms.

Don’t claim 4K

Move SE is 1080p60. If the customer needs 4K60, that’s Move 4K — say so honestly.

Don’t position as inferior

Move SE is the fit-for-purpose choice, not the cheap one. Framing matters.

Don’t oversell zoom reach

30X on Move SE shares the 60.7° HFOV — match zoom to room with the Zoom Guide.

Don’t discount below MAP

$1,199 / $1,349 / $1,499. Sell ecosystem value, not price cuts.

Dante AV-H

Native Dante AV-H support — video and audio on the Dante network. The camera for Dante-first environments.

4K60 + NDI HX3

Full Move 4K-tier video: 4K60 over SDI, HDMI, USB, IP with NDI HX3 built in.

3.5mm Audio In/Out

Analog audio in and out alongside Dante — bridges legacy audio into the Dante network.

“The Dante-native choice.”

When the facility runs Dante, Link 4K belongs in the conversation — video and audio on one network.

“Move 4K feature set plus Dante.”

Same price as Move 4K — the differentiator is Dante AV-H and analog audio I/O.

“Bridge legacy audio into Dante.”

3.5mm in/out plus Dante AV-H — analog sources can ride the Dante network.

“Encoder/decoder built in.”

Link 4K is an encoder and decoder — Dante AV-H workflows without extra boxes.

Don’t oversell to non-Dante rooms

If the facility does not run Dante, Move 4K is the better fit at the same price. Fit the camera to the infrastructure.

Don’t claim Dante audio-only workflows

Link 4K is Dante AV-H (audio + video) — verify the customer’s Dante infrastructure supports AV-H video.

Don’t confuse with Studio line

Link 4K is a full PTZ. Studio cameras are fixed — different products, different jobs.

Don’t discount below MAP

$1,999 / $2,349 / $2,699 — same as Move 4K. The differentiator is fit, not price.

4K60 + NDI HX3

Full 4K60 with NDI HX3 in a compact fixed body.

SuperZoom

12X→24X and 20X→40X in 1080p — double the optical reach with no quality loss.

Hive-Linked

Compact and remote-manageable — built for multi-camera Hive Studio deployments.

“Fixed shots, fixed budget.”

When the shot never moves, Studio 4K saves money vs a PTZ. Match the mechanism to the need.

“SuperZoom doubles the reach.”

12X→24X, 20X→40X in 1080p — zoom without paying for 30X optics.

“Perfect for Hive fleets.”

Compact, Hive-linked fixed cameras scale multi-room deployments at lower cost per position.

“Studio SE for tighter budgets.”

1080p version from $949 when 4K is not needed.

Don’t sell as a PTZ

Fixed camera — no pan/tilt, no auto-tracking. If the room needs movement, sell Move.

Don’t claim tracking

No auto-tracking on the Studio line — that’s Move and SimplTrack3.

Don’t oversell remote control

No remote pan/tilt to control — presets and settings only via network.

Don’t discount below MAP

$1,199 / $1,349. Sell fit-for-purpose value.

From $949

The most affordable PTZOptics camera — SDI included at a price competitors charge for HDMI-only.

Built-In Mic + Tally

Integrated microphone and tally light — ready for simple rooms out of the box.

Every Output

SDI, HDMI, USB, and IP — the full output set even at the entry price.

“SDI at $949.”

Competitors at this price often skip SDI. Studio SE includes the full output set.

“The fleet camera.”

Fill large deployments with fixed positions at the lowest cost per camera — then add Move cameras where motion matters.

“Mic and tally built in.”

Simple rooms work out of the box — no extra peripherals needed.

“Upgrade path is smooth.”

Same ecosystem: Horizon, Hive, SuperJoy. Start with Studio SE, scale to Move 4K without changing infrastructure.

Don’t sell as a PTZ

Fixed camera — no pan/tilt. If the room needs movement, that’s Move SE for $250 more.

Don’t claim tracking or 4K

No auto-tracking, no 4K — 1080p60 fixed. Honest framing wins the upsell later.

Don’t position as the default

Studio SE is for fixed positions. Default new-room conversations to Move unless the position is truly fixed.

Don’t discount below MAP

$949 / $1,199. It is already the most affordable camera in the line.

Dual-Lens Design

Wide reference lens monitors the full room while the 20X tracking lens follows the presenter — no blind spots when people cross.

Zero Operator Dependency

Set up once, then it tracks autonomously. Built for lecture capture where faculty never touch a controller.

Zone Management

Configure tracking zones that confine tracking to the teaching area — the camera ignores the aisles and whiteboard edges.

“Faculty never touch it.”

The core education pitch: set up once, runs autonomously, zero interaction.

“Dual lenses see the whole room.”

The reference lens watches the room while the tracking lens follows the presenter — solves the crossing-people problem.

“Zones keep tracking where it belongs.”

Configure zones to the teaching area — no tracking the front row or doorways.

“Clinical-safe design.”

Local SDI/HDMI output, closed-network IP control — works in simulation and training environments without cloud dependency.

Don’t claim NDI HX3

SimplTrack3 is NDI HX2. If the customer needs HX3, that’s Move 4K or Move SE.

Don’t sell it as a general PTZ

Fixed dual-lens design — it is purpose-built for tracking, not flexible framing. Manual moves are not the workflow.

Don’t claim HIPAA compliance

The camera is a video capture layer — compliance is the complete system. Be honest with clinical compliance teams.

Don’t discount below MAP

$1,999. Sell the zero-operator value, not the price.

Wireless Camera Freedom

Turn a compatible IP-based camera into a more flexible production tool. Power+Link enables wireless video and control over virtually any wireless router or network.

Built-In PoE+

Delivers power and data through a single cable, helping reduce rig clutter and simplify setup.

Flexible Power Options

Supports DC input, PoE, or V-mount battery power depending on the workflow.

Integrated V-Mount Design

Built-in V-mount plate creates a cleaner battery-powered setup with more robust power and longer run time for mobile or temporary installs.

Mountable, Production-Ready Build

Wall-, ceiling-, or tripod-mountable with 1/4"-20 mounting inserts on both sides and keyhole hangers on the back.

Rugged Construction

Hardened aluminum housing built for professional environments.

Wireless Connectivity

Supports dual-band wireless (2.4GHz / 5GHz), up to Wi-Fi 6.

Up to 80 Mbps

Designed to support flexible IP-based camera workflows with transmission rates up to 80 Mbps.

PoE+ Support

Built-in support up to IEEE 802.3at for simplified power and data delivery.

V-Mount Battery Compatible

Integrated battery plate supports more robust power with longer run time for untethered setups.

Hardened Aluminum Body

Compact, durable construction for installed or mobile production use.

Flexible Mounting

Standard 1/4"-20 mounting points plus keyhole hangers for secure installation.

Connections

RJ45 port, DC power input, V-mount battery slot

Indicators

Power, PoE+, and battery status

Power Options

DC, PoE, or V-mount battery

Wireless

4 x 3dBi dual-band omni-directional antennas

"This gives compatible IP camera workflows more deployment flexibility."

Keep the story centered on flexibility, cleaner setup, and easier camera placement.

"Wireless, PoE+, and V-mount support in one device."

Lead with the combination of connectivity and power options.

"It's designed for sports, live production, and hard-to-wire environments."

Anchor the use case quickly.

"The integrated V-mount plate helps create a cleaner mobile setup."

Useful when people ask why the battery pairing matters.

Don't oversell it as replacing every wired workflow

Position it as a flexible option for setups where cabling is difficult, temporary, or undesirable.

Don't speculate on final release details

No launch timing, no pricing, no promises beyond the approved talking points.

Reliability

PTZOptics cameras can run continuously for weeks powered by PoE without any issues. Crucial for institutions requiring long-term, uninterrupted operation.

“We left it powered on (PoE) for several weeks and also used it for a couple of special events before installing it.” — HETMA Approved Program Chair

Seamless Integration

Designed to integrate effortlessly with popular control systems used in educational institutions, such as Crestron and Q-SYS.

“Controlled it with both Q-SYS and Crestron controllers.” — HETMA Committee Member

Affordability without Compromise

High-quality performance at a competitive price point, making them accessible to institutions with varying budgets.

“We've tested tracking cameras that cost 2-3x as much as this one and don't track/perform as well.” — HETMA Representative

Advanced Features

NDI functionality through free firmware updates. Auto-tracking and seamless network integration make these cameras a future-friendly investment for lecture capture and remote learning.

Move 4K

Approved model: PT20X-4K-GY-G3

“For classroom lectures, it's a nice option to make available to instructors and for other situations with a defined presentation area.”

— HETMA Approval Committee

Move SE

Approved model: PT12X-SE-GY-G3

“The feature set and quality when compared to the price point is extremely good.”

— HETMA Approval Committee

Link 4K

Approved model: PT20X-LINK-4K-WH

Equally a good fit for higher education, with additional features for larger event venues given Dante AV-H and Hive support.

SuperJoy

Approved model: PT-SUPERJOY-G1

“A great fit for higher education, especially for events that need recording and streaming. Being able to control multiple cameras remotely is a plus.”

Track Anything by Description

"Follow the speaker in the blue jacket." No markers, no retraining. Just a text prompt and the camera follows.

AI Color Matching

Analyzes scene color and recommends camera adjustments. Multi-camera color matching in one click.

Intelligent Framing

AI suggests composition improvements and can execute them through PTZ control automatically.

Industry Is Shifting

AI is becoming part of production workflows. Customers want more automation. Integrators need faster, more flexible ways to build solutions.

Leading, Not Reacting

Visual Reasoning is our way of leading that shift. We're educating the market, working with AI partners, enabling developers, and making sure our cameras are easy to build on.

Move 4K

High-quality cameras with precise PTZ control and a fully documented open HTTP API.

Horizon

Control, automation, and integration software foundation that Visual Reasoning builds on.

Partner Ecosystem

We partner with companies building real AI tools — not trying to do it all ourselves.

Open API, Not Locked In

We support developers and integrators. Our cameras are easy to build on. No proprietary lock-in.

Real Workflows

We focus on sports, broadcast, pro AV — real production environments, not tech demos.

Industry Positioning

This positions PTZOptics alongside leading tech and AI companies — not just camera manufacturers.

"PTZOptics has built a strong foundation for intelligent camera workflows, and this collaboration shows how our lightweight visual AI can add a new layer of understanding to live production. Together, we're demonstrating a practical step beyond ball tracking, where video can be interpreted and acted on as the action unfolds."

— Jay Allen, CEO, Moondream

"Visual Reasoning is about giving cameras the context they need to make smarter production decisions. Working with Moondream helps us show what happens when cameras do more than follow the ball — they begin to understand the play and respond to it in real time."

— Claudia Barbiero, Director of Global Marketing, PTZOptics

Industry Leadership

This is about leading the market, not just listing features.

Current Products More Valuable

Visual Reasoning makes Move 4K + Horizon more valuable — not obsolete.

Future-Proof

Helps customers future-proof their workflows and investments.

Integrator Opportunity

Gives integrators more flexibility and new business opportunities.

PTZOptics Blog

Teaching PTZOptics Cameras to Understand What They See

Videomaker

What is Visual Reasoning AI?

The Book

Visual Reasoning AI for Broadcast and ProAV by Paul Richards

What to Say

Hive Studio is the PTZOptics platform for customers who want to control cameras remotely, manage multi-camera workflows more efficiently, and support teams working across different locations.

Best Fit

Bring up Hive Studio when the customer asks about remote control, multi-room workflows, cloud-based management, remote operators, mixed-brand camera environments, or scaling beyond a single control room.

PT-HIVE-BASIC

Free
1 camera max
3 team members max
5 GB monthly included

Good fit: very small deployments, trial users, early-stage evaluation

PT-HIVE-STD

$25 monthly / $270 yearly
3 cameras max
5 team members max
58.5 GB monthly included
$0.40 per GB overage

Good fit: small teams, basic multi-camera workflows, entry-level cloud usage

PT-HIVE-PRO

$99 monthly / $999 yearly
8 cameras max
10 team members max
249.75 GB monthly included
$0.35 per GB overage

Good fit: heavier users, larger teams, more active multi-camera environments

PT-HIVE-ENTERPRISE

Yearly Price: Contact Sales
Unlimited cameras
Unlimited team members
$0.35 per GB overage

Good fit: larger deployments, customized workflows, higher-scale production environments

Instant Camera Discovery

Add any camera model or brand in seconds through Hive Studio's auto-discovery feature.

Customized Controls

Whether using an Xbox controller or StreamDeck, customers can build a workflow with personalized hotkeys around how they actually operate.

Cross-Brand Compatibility

Hive is not limited to PTZOptics or PTZ cameras. It supports a growing list of more than 400 major camera models.

Unified Interface

Camera management is simpler with a user-friendly interface that adapts to the make or model of camera being used.

Key Pricing Drivers

Number of cameras
Number of team members
Cloud usage
Remote operator locations
Bitrate / bandwidth usage

Important Note

Local LAN mode usage is free and should not be part of cloud cost positioning. Cloud Mode is what drives usage estimates in the calculator.

Signals to Listen For

"We want to control cameras from another room."
"We have multiple locations."
"Our team is not always on site."
"We need a better way to manage several cameras."

More Signals

"We use different camera brands."
"We want custom control options."
"We want to scale without adding more complexity."
"We're looking at remote production workflows."

What Hive Studio Is

A remote camera production and management platform.

What Problem It Solves

It helps customers centralize control, support distributed teams, manage different camera types more efficiently, and simplify remote workflows.

What It Adds

It moves the conversation from just cameras to a broader production workflow solution.

PTZOptics Cameras

Start with the camera deployment.

Controllers & Workflow Tools

Talk through how the customer is currently operating or planning to operate the system.

Hive Studio

Position it as the layer that helps manage, control, and scale the workflow more effectively, especially with multiple operators, rooms, or brands.

Strong Fit

Education
Corporate
Houses of worship
Government
Broadcast / media
Live events
Multi-campus organizations
Multi-room installations

Especially Good Fit When

Operators are remote
Teams are distributed
There are multiple cameras to manage
The customer wants a cloud-based workflow
The customer is planning to scale
The customer has mixed camera brands
The customer wants flexible control hardware

Core Points

Remote camera control from anywhere
Instant camera discovery
Unified interface across makes and models
Better support for distributed operators and teams

Differentiators

Customized controls with devices like Xbox controller or StreamDeck
Cross-brand compatibility across 400+ camera models
Easier path to scaling multi-camera environments
Extends the value of PTZOptics camera deployments