Ver2.0 Key Features

BRC-AM7 will be supporting the following features below with Ver2.0

Enhanced PTZ Auto Framing functions

• Lead Room Effect
• Multi-person Framing
• Face Registration
• Tracking Range
  PTZ Auto Framing is performed only within the predefined area. This also allows users to exclude any unintended subjects.
• Detection Part added: [Ankle]

Functions for remote productions

• Additional functions with RCP / MSU (Support: Variable ND / Call / Area Indication (Gate) / AWB)
• Compatible with CNA-2*

Enhanced functions for VR / AR systems

• Multiple outputs for free-d protocol
• Camera position offset data outputs for free-d protocol

Preset Position

• Compatible with Zoom Sync
• Time available for Pan-Tilt Speed Unit for preset recall
• Preset Position compatible with Clear Image Zoom ratio exceeding 1x

Other Features

• Enhanced camera functions such as:
  • Tele Convert mode (1.5x)
  • Interval Rec
  • Cache Rec
  • Soft Skin Effect
  • Paint and Look in One Scene File to easily share
  • Switch between single / multi-person framing with Function button on the supplied IR remote commander
• Additionally compatible with:
  • SRT H.265
  • MXF
• Compatible with Sony’s latest Camera Remote Toolkit

* Available with CNA-2 firmware Ver1.2 update scheduled to be released in the beginning of September.

Availability and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Dramatically improved imaging performance

Images captured over a 20x optical zoom range that covers everything from wide angles to close-ups are delivered as high-quality 4K 60p output. In addition, interoperability with existing systems has been improved by incorporating ITU709/709tone, S-Cinetone™, and S-Log3 support.

Built-in AI PTZ Auto Framing

Advanced AI analytics allow subjects to be accurately tracked with smooth, natural-looking framing, making it easier than ever to produce high quality content with less camera operators. Direct pan and tilt drive using newly developed motors results in exceptionally smooth camera operation. This advanced drive system is also remarkably quiet and is ideally suited to situations where silence is a requirement.

Seamless integration with Sony’s system cameras

The BRC-AM7 is the smallest and lightest camera of its type in the world*, making it easy to install just about anywhere. It is unobtrusive for the same reason, even in multi-camera setups. Additionally, the BRC-AM7 offers broad connectivity and system compatibility with for example S700PTP and free-d protocols.

＊Equipped with a 1.0-type image sensor and compatible with 4K 60p as an integrated lens PTZ remote camera. As of April 2024 press announcement. Sony survey.

Dramatically improved imaging performance

An Exmor RS™ image sensor and BIONZ XR™ processing engine deliver outstanding 4K 60p quality

A 1.0-type Exmor RS image sensor with approximately 14.0 million effective pixels and the latest BIONZ XR image processing engine work in unison to achieve high resolution with low noise. Textures and materials are rendered with lifelike accuracy.

New 24-480 mm* integrated lens design covers wide to telephoto

This newly developed built-in lens features a 20x optical zoom range. In addition, Sony’s advanced Clear Image Zoom offers 30x zoom (720 mm) in 4K and 40x zoom (940 mm) in Full HD. This offers extraordinary range that can easily capture a subject in various situations.

* 35mm full-frame equivalent.

Built-in Variable ND filter for automatic exposure adjustment

Sony’s original built-in electronic variable ND (neutral density) filter allows seamless variation from 1/4 to 1/128 ND, with an auto exposure mode automatically maintaining optimum exposure through lighting variations. Ideal exposure can be maintained when stage lighting changes, for example, without having to adjust iris, shutter, or gain. Also, optimum exposure can be achieved without affecting depth of field in the widest possible range of lighting situations.

Quick colour matching with other Sony's cameras

Colour matching with Sony’s system cameras is simple with ITU709 and 709tone, as well as S-Cinetone and S-Log3 for Cinema Line cameras for seamless multi-camera operation.

Built-in AI PTZ Auto Framing

Highly accurate recognition technology

AI analytics uses detailed human pose, head, face, clothing, and other data to recognise human subjects with high precision. This can be used to automatically control pan, tilt, and zoom to follow an athlete at a sports event, for example. PTZ Auto Framing is smooth and natural-looking, making it possible to work with a smaller camera crew.

High-performance AF and PTZ Auto Framing combined for outstanding subject tracking

The latest Exmor RS image sensor and BIONZ XR image processing engine work in unison to achieve outstanding subject detection precision and speed for significantly improved tracking performance. The image sensor has focal plane phase-detection AF in the imaging area, easily focusing on fast-moving subjects with extraordinary speed and precision over a wide area.

PTZ Auto Framing works with this newly adopted AF system to dramatically improve overall AF tracking performance. A performer who is actively moving around on stage can be reliably followed while precise focus is maintained, for example. With this capability, a multi-camera system can be set up to follow individual performers without requiring a correspondingly large camera crew.

Customize the area to track with Tracking Range

PTZ Auto Framing is performed only within the predefined area*. When a subject goes out of the predefined area, PTZ Auto Framing stops and returns to search for the subject within the predefined area. Simultaneously, this function allows you to exclude subjects that you do not want to frame.

*Only one area can be set

Achieve natural composition with Lead Room Effect

When using PTZ Auto Framing to track a person, the composition is automatically adjusted to provide space in the direction of the subject’s gaze, depending on the orientation of the subject’s face. This allows for tracking in a natural composition that is close to professional camera work. Additionally, the size of the margin that can be set with the Lead Room Effect can be adjusted in three levels.

Keep everyone in the picture with Multi-person Framing

The BRC-AM7 can automatically track a group of up to eight people, with a primary subject and secondary subjects. The primary subject can be specified via the camera’s Face Registration function, or on the web app screen. The secondary subjects are automatically selected according to their proximity to the primary subject. The camera’s pan, tilt and zoom function ensures that the selected people are included in the image, with natural looking framing. Multi-person Framing is ideal for various applications such as talk show, music event and other events.

Prioritise presenters with Face Registration

The BRC-AM7 can register the primary subject, tracking them reliably based on pre-registered face data and tracking priority. Automatic start/return is also enhanced, using registered face information to quickly re-acquire the subject after lost tracking or mis-tracking.

Versatile camera work and quiet operation

A direct drive system using newly developed axial-gap brushless DC motors, with high torque and advanced control technology, provides highly accurate response and tracking. It allows smooth, detailed control of camera pan and tilt for high-quality visual presentation at all speed ranges. These advanced motors work with precision optical encoders to allow pan and tilt speeds ranging from a very slow 0.004 degrees per second to a snappy 180 degrees per second. This broad speed range makes it possible to be used in various applications.

Installation freedom and flexibility

The BRC-AM7 is the smallest, lightest camera of its kind in the world.* It fits easily in limited spaces where installation of other PTZ cameras might be difficult or impossible. This product is less likely to be noticed if it appears in a shot in a multi-camera installation. The BRC-AM7 also has a standard 1/4-20 UNC screw socket for tripod mounting and the same 3/8-16 UNC screw socket as other system cameras for accessory attachment.

＊Equipped with a 1.0-type image sensor and compatible with 4K 60p as an integrated lens PTZ remote camera. As of April 2024 press announcement. Sony survey.

• Mass

  Approx. 3.5 kg
  Approx. 7 lb 11.5 oz

• Dimensions (W x H x D) *a

  Approx. 168.7 × 225.2 × 192.3 mm
  Approx. 6 3/4 × 8 7/8 × 7 5/8 inches

• Power Requirements (DC In)

  DC 12 V
  (11.0 V to 17.0 V)

• Power Requirements (PoE)

  PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 Class 8 compliant)

• Power Consumption (DC In)

  ≦132 W (DC 12 V)

• Power Consumption (PoE)

  ≦71.3 W (PoE++)

• Operating Temperature

  0 °C to 40 °C
  32 °F to 104 °F

• Storage Temperature

  -20 °C to +60 °C
  -4 °F to +140 °F

• Quietness *b

  NC25 or less

• Body Color

  Black / White

Camera

• Imaging Device (Type)

  1.0-type (13.2 mm x 8.8 mm) Exmor RS CMOS sensor

• Number of Pixels (Total)

  Approx. 20.9 megapixels

• Number of Pixels (Maximum Effective)

  Approx. 14.0 megapixels

• Optical Low-Pass Filter

  Yes

• F-number (Maximum aperture)

  F2.8 to F4.5

• Focal Length

  f = 0.3 to 6.07 in

• Focal Length (35 mm format equivalent)

  0.94 to 18.9 in

• Focus range (from the front of the lens)

  Approx. 0.39 in to infinity

• Horizontal Viewing Angle

  Approx. 75 deg.

• Vertical Viewing Angle

  Approx. 46 deg.

• Optical Zoom

  20x

• Clear Image Zoom

  Approx. 1.5x (QFHD), Approx. 2x (FHD)

• Digital Zoom

  No

• Tele Convert Mode *c

  Yes (1.5x)

• Focusing System

  Auto / Manual

• Focus Type

  Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)

• Focus Point

  Max. 475 points (phase-detection AF)

• Focus Recognition Target

  Human

• Focus Area

  Wide / Zone / Flexible Spot

• Focus Features

  AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity
  AF Transition Speed
  AF Assist

• Minimum Illumination *b

  1.2 lx (typical)
  (3840 x 2160 / 29.97p mode, F2.8, +36 dB gain, SS=1/30 sec, BaseLook=ITU709)

• Gain

  -3 dB to +36 dB (every 1 dB, SDR ITU709)

• ISO Sensitivity

  ISO 250 to 16000

• Shutter Speed

  64 frames to 1/8000 sec

• Color Temperature Range

  2000 K to 15000 K

• Base Look

  [S-Cinetone] / [ITU709] / [709tone] / [s709] / [709 (800%)] / [S-Log3] / [HLG Live] / [HLG Mild] / [HLG Natural]

• Soft Skin Effect

  Yes

• Built-in ND filter

  Clear, linear variable ND (1/4ND to 1/128ND)

• Night Shot

  Yes

• Auto ICR (Auto mode of IR Cut filter Removal)

  No

• Day/Night

  No

• Visibility Enhancer

  No

• Image Stabilizer

  No

• Image Flip

  No

• Picture Setting File

  No

Pan-Tilt

• Pan angle

  -175 deg. to 175 deg.

• Tilt angle

  -30 deg. to 210 deg.

• Pan Speed

  0.004 deg./sec to 180 deg./sec

• Tilt Speed

  0.004 deg./sec to 180 deg./sec

• Ramp Curve

  9 steps

• Preset Position

  100

• Preset Speed Unit

  Speed/Time

• Picture Freeze Preset

  No

• PTZ Motion Sync

  Yes

• PTZ Trace

  No

Interface

• SDI Output

  SDI OUT1: BNC (x1), 12G-SDI, 6G-SDI, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI
  SDI OUT2: BNC (×1), 3G-SDI (Level A)

• HDMI Output

  Type-A connector (x1)

• Optical Output

  SFP+ compliant *e*f

• UVC Output

  No

• Output Format SDI OUT1

  3840 x 2160 / 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p,
  1920 x 1080 / 59.94p, 50p, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p, 23.98PsF, 29.97PsF, 25PsF
  1280 x 720 / 59.94p, 50p

• Output Format SDI OUT2

  1920 x 1080 / 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
  1280 x 720 / 59.94p, 50p

• Output Format HDMI OUT

  3840 x 2160 / 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p,
  1920 x 1080 / 59.94p, 50p, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
  1280 x 720 / 59.94p, 50p
  720 x 480 / 59.94p
  720 x 576 / 50p

• Output Format SFP+

  3840 x 2160 / 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p,
  1920 x 1080 / 59.94p, 50p, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p, 23.98PsF, 29.97PsF, 25PsF
  1280 x 720 / 59.94p, 50p

• Audio Input

  XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2),
  line / mic / mic +48 V selectable
  mic Reference: -30 to -80 dBu
  
  1/8 in Stereo Minijack x1, mic

• Sync. System

  Internal/External

• Genlock Input

  BNC (x1), 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω

• TC Input/TC Output

  BNC (x1), TC IN only

• VISCA In/Out

  RJ-45 (VISCA IN) (x1)
  RJ-45 (VISCA OUT) (x1)

• Network

  RJ-45 (LAN) (x1), 1000BASE-T

• Option

  RJ-45 (OPTION) (x1)
  Red Tally IO / Green Tally IO

• IR Remote Control

  Yes

• DC Input

  XLR-type 4-pin (male) (x1)

• Tally Lamp

  Left (x1) / Right (x1), Red / Green / Yellow / Blue

Recording

• Recording Function

  Yes

• Slow and Quick Motion Function (XAVC/QFHD)

  1 to 60, 100, 120 fps

• Slow and Quick Motion Function (XAVC S/QFHD)

  1 to 60, 100, 120 fps

• Slow and Quick Motion Function (XAVC/HD)

  1 to 60, 100, 120, 150, 180, 200, 240 fps

• Slow and Quick Motion Function (XAVC S/HD)

  1 to 60, 100, 120, 150, 180, 200, 240 fps

• Media Type

  CFexpress Type A/SD card (x2) *f

• Recording Format (Video) XAVC

  XAVC-I
  XAVC-L

• Recording Format (Video) XAVC S

  Intra 422
  Long 422/420

• Recording Format (Audio)

  LPCM 24 bit, 48 kHz, 4 channels

• Recording Frame Rate (XAVC Intra)

  3840 x 2160 / 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
  1920 x 1080 / 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
  1280 x 720 / 59.94p, 50p

• Recording Frame Rate (XAVC Long)

  3840 x 2160 / 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
  1920 x 1080 / 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
  1280 x 720 / 59.94p, 50p

• Recording Frame Rate (XAVC S Intra)

  3840 x 2160 / 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
  1920 x 1080 / 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p

• Recording Frame Rate (XAVC S Long 422/420)

  3840 x 2160 / 119.88p, 100p, 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
  1920 x 1080 / 119.88p, 100p, 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p

• Recording Frame Rate (XAVC HS Long 422/420)

  3840 x 2160 / 119.88p, 100p, 59.94p, 50p, 23.98p

• Proxy Rec

  Yes

• Interval Rec

  Yes

• Picture Cache Rec

  Yes

Network/IP Streaming

• Network/Transmission Protocols for IPv6

  ICMPv6, MLD, TCP, UDP

• Network/Transmission Protocols for IPv4

  ARP, ICMP, IGMP, TCP, UDP

• Application Protocols for IPv6

  DHCPv6, DNS, mDNS, NTP, FTP/FTPS

• Application Protocols for IPv4

  DHCP, DNS, mDNS, SSDP, NTP, FTP/FTPS

• Control Protocols

  HTTP/HTTPS, VISCA over IP, S700PTP, PTP-IP over SSH, TSL5.0

• Streaming Protocols

  RTP/RTCP, RTSP, RTMP/RTMPS, SRT, NDI|HX

• IP Stream Video Resolution

  3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 360

• IP Stream Compression Format

  H.264: High / Main / Baseline Profile
  H.265: Main Profile

• IP Stream Maximum Frame Rate

  H.264: 59.94 fps
  H.265: 59.94 fps

• IP Stream Bitrate Control Mode

  CBR / VBR

• IP Stream Range of Bitrate Setting

  512 Kbps to 80 Mbps

• NDI|HX Capability

  Yes
  (pre-installed)

• Camera Tracking Data

  free-d Type D0 / D1

• Camera Tracking Data Multi-streaming

  Unicast (x4)

Web App

• Supported Operation System (Windows)

  Windows 10 or later

• Supported Operation System (Mac)

  macOS 11 or later

• Supported Operation System (iPad)

  iPadOS 16 or later

• Supported Operation System (Android)

  Android 12 or later

• Supported Web Browsers (Windows)

  Google Chrome, Edge

• Supported Web Browsers (Mac)

  Google Chrome, Safari

• Supported Web Browsers (iPad)

  Google Chrome, Safari

• Supported Web Browsers (Android)

  Google Chrome

PTZ Auto Framing

• PTZ Auto Framing (Single-Person)

  Yes

• Multi-person Framing

  Yes (8)

• PTZ Auto Framing (Pause)

  Yes

• PTZ Auto Framing (AF Sync)

  Yes

• Composition Preset

  Yes

• Lead Room Effect

  Yes

• Face Registration

  Yes

• Tracking Range

  Yes

• Fixed Angle Position

  No

• Detection Part

  Head/Ankle

Mount

• Ceiling Mount

  Yes (with Ceiling Bracket)

• Mountable Angle

  ≦ ±15°

• Tripod mounting screw holes

  1/4-20 UNC (x1)
  3/8-16 UNC (x1)

• Screw holes for external devices

  Right (M3) (x2)
  Left (M3) (x2)

Supplied Accessories

• Supplied Accessories

  Lens cap (x1)
  Remote commander (RMT-RC3) (x1)
  Ceiling bracket A (x1)
  Ceiling bracket B (x1)
  Screw (M3x8) (x6)
  Screw (M4x8) (x1)
  Wire rope (x1)
  QR code sticker (x1)
  Warranty booklet (x1)
  Safety regulation (*d)

Notes

• *a Without projecting object
• *b Sony measurement conditions
• *c 1920 x 1080 Only
• *d Varies by country of sale
• *e The output is the same image as SDI OUT1. There is no input function to the camera, such as camera control.
• *f Internal recording, playback and SFP+ are not available when powered via PoE++.