Sony SRG-A12
PTZ Auto Framing Camera with AI Analytics, 12x optical zoom, and NDI® HX capability
Overview
A Camera that Automatically and Naturally Shoots Video for you
With the advanced PTZ Auto Framing feature, the camera automatically tracks the target in a comfortable viewing with smooth pan, tilt, zoom movement regardless of posture, movement, and what they are wearing. Since there is no need for a dedicated operator, there is a system cost advantage.
The SRG-A12 harnesses powerful AI-powered video analytics that can automatically detect and track the position of a presenter within the camera frame. As the presenter moves, the camera's pan/tilt/zoom mechanism ensures that the presenter is always framed accurately and naturally, without the need for a human camera operator to manually follow their movements.
Features
Automatic and reliable
With Sony's newly developed AI Analytics unit, it detects the subject's skeleton and tracks the subject, even when there are several people in the frame.
Choice from three shooting modes
The SRG-A12 has a choice of three shooting modes: Full body, Waist, and Close up. In each mode, you can select the center, left, or right angle of view, and the SRG-A12 can automatically track the subject in the selected optimal position.
Integrated tally lamp
The SRG-A12 features a built-in tally lamp, just like you'd find on professional studio cameras. The lamp illuminates to give presenters visual confirmation of shooting status, or to show that PTZ Auto Framing mode is active. The lamp colour will change from Red (standby) to Green (PTZ Auto Framing ON).
High speed pan/tilt
Speedy, precise pan/tilt operation ensures that the camera can accurately keep track of the presenter's movements.
Wide angle zoom lens
As well as powerful close-ups, the SRG-A12 can capture broad shots of the presenter or audience with a wide field of view.
Clear Zoom
Digital plus optical zoom increase maximum magnification to a huge 24x for frame-filling close-ups without reducing resolution.
4K Exmor R sensor
The highly sensitive 1/2.5-type image sensor captures crisply-detailed 4K video with extremely low picture noise, even when shooting in low light.
IP streaming
Stream 4K 30p video from the camera with support for popular IP protocols – ideal for live events and webcasts.
PoE++ support
Support for next-generation Power over Ethernet simplifies installation, with camera power, control, and IP video all carried by a single LAN cable.
HDMI/SDI outputs
As well as live streaming over IP, the camera can simultaneously output video via HDMI and SDI for conventional production.
Picture Setting File
Easily copy picture settings across multiple cameras for quick, convenient set-up in multi-camera shooting environments.
Remote control of PTZ operation
Pan/Tilt/Zoom camera movements and other functions can all be precisely controlled using the supplied IR remote commander, for convenient wireless control of PTZ functions without needing additional equipment. It can also be controlled using the optional additional IP500 remote controller, just like professional broadcast cameras.
Convenient control from PC or tablet
Camera functions can also be controlled remotely from a networked PC or tablet* using our intuitive app. *Windows only
Easy ceiling mounting
The camera comes supplied with a mounting plate for convenient ceiling installation if required.
Light, compact design
The camera's stylish, compact body fits unobtrusively into any environment.
Choice of colour finishes
The SRG-A12 is available in a choice of black or white colour finishes, to suit the needs of any application.
Specifications
General
| Mass | Approx. 2.0 kg Approx. 4 lb 6.5 oz |
| Dimensions (WxHxD)*a | Approx. 156.7 × 184.0 × 200.0 mm Approx. 6 1/4 × 7 1/4 × 7 7/8 inches |
| Power Requirements (DC In) | DC 19.5 V |
| Power Requirements (POE) | POE++ (IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 Class 8 compliant) |
| Power Consumption (DC In) | ≤80 W (DC 19.5 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 | NC30 or less |
| Body Color | Black / White |
Camera
| Imaging Device (Type) | 1/2.5 ExmorR CMOS sensor |
| Number of Pixels (Maximum Effective) | Approx. 8.5 megapixels |
| F-number (Maximum aperture) | F2.0 to F3.7 |
| Focal Length | f = 4.4 to 52.8 mm |
| Focal Length (35mm format equivalent) | 26.8 to 322.8 mm |
| Focus range (from the front of the lens) | Approx. 80 mm to infinity |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | Approx. 70.0 deg. |
| Optical Zoom | 12x |
| Clear Image Zoom | No |
| Digital Zoom | No |
| Tele Convert Mode *c | Yes (2.0x) |
| Focusing System | Auto / Manual |
| Minimum Illumination *b | 1.6lx (F2, SS=1/30s, 50IRE, high-sensitivity OFF) |
| Exposure Control | Auto / Manual / Priority AE (Shutter, Iris) |
| Gain | 0 dB to +48 dB (high-sensitivity ON) |
| Shutter Speed | 1/1 to 1/10000 sec |
| White Balance | Auto1/Auto2 / One Push WB / Indoor / Outdoor /Manual |
| Color Temperature Range | No |
| Base Look | No |
| Soft Skin Effect | No |
| Built-in ND filter | No |
| Night Shot | No |
| Auto ICR (Auto mode of IR Cut filter Removal) | Yes |
| Day/Night | Yes |
| Visibility Enhancer | Yes |
| Image Stabilizer | Yes |
| Image Flip | Yes |
| Picture Setting File | Yes |
Pan-Tilt
| Pan Angle | -170 deg. to 170 deg. |
| Tilt Angle | -20 deg. to 90 deg. |
| Pan Speed | 0.5 deg./sec to 300 deg./sec |
| Tilt Speed | 0.5 deg./sec to 126 deg./sec |
| Ramp Curve | 1 steps |
| Preset Position | 256 (CGI) / 100 (VISCA) |
| Preset Speed Unit | Speed |
| Picture Freeze Preset | Yes |
| PTZ Motion Sync | Yes |
| PTZ Trace | No |
Interface
| SDI Output | SDI OUT: BNC (x1), 3G-SDI (Level A / B), HD-SDI |
| HDMI Output | Type-A connector (x1) |
| Optical Output | No |
| UVC Output | No |
| Output Format SDI OUT | 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p 1280 x 720 / 59.94p, 50p |
| Output Format HDMI OUT | 3840 x 2160 / 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+ | No |
| Audio Input | 3.5 mm Stereo Minijack x1 (Mic / Line Selectable) |
| Sync. System | Internal |
| Genlock Input | No |
| TC Input / TC Output | No |
| VISCA In / Out | RJ-45 (VISCA IN) (x1) RJ-45 (VISCA OUT) (x1) |
| Network | RJ-45 (LAN) (x1), 1000BASE-T |
| Option | No |
| IR Remote Control | Yes |
| DC Input | IEC60130-10 (JEITA standard RC-5320A) Type5 (x1) |
Recording
| Recording Function | No |
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 |
| Application Protocols for IPv4 | DHCP, DNS, mDNS, NTP |
| Control Protocols | HTTP / HTTPS, VISCA over IP |
| Streaming Protocols | RTP / RTCP, RTSP, RTMP / RTMPS, SRT, NDI HX |
| IP Stream Video Resolution | 3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 × 360 |
| IP Stream Compression Format | H.264: High / Main / Baseline Profile H.265: Main Profile |
| IP Stream Maximum Frame Rate | H.264: 60 fps H.265: 60 fps |
| IP Stream Bitrate Control Mode | CBR / VBR |
| IP Stream Range of Bitrate Setting | 512 Kbps to 50 Mbps |
| NDI|HX Capability | Yes *e |
| Camera Tracking Data | No |
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 |
| 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) | No |
| PTZ Auto Framing (AF Sync) | No |
| Composition Preset | Yes |
| Lead Room Effect | Yes |
| Face Registration | Yes |
| Tracking Range | Yes |
| Fixed Angle Position | Yes |
Mount
| Detection Part | Face |
| Ceiling Mount | Yes (with Ceiling Bracket) |
| Mountable Angle | ≤ ±15° |
| Tripod mounting screw holes | 1/4-20 UNC (x1) |
| Screw holes for external devices | No |
Supplied Accessories
- AC power adaptor (x1)
- Remote commander (RMT-RC2) (x1)
- Ceiling bracket A (x1)
- Ceiling bracket B (x1)
- Screw (M3x8) (x9)
- Screw (M2.6x6 Black) (x1)
- Wire rope (x1)
- QR code sticker (x1)
- Warranty booklet (x1)
- Safety regulation (*d)
- Download site information (x1)
- AC power code (x1)
Notes
- *a Without projecting object
- *b Sony measurement conditions
- *c 1920x1080 Only
- *d Varies by country of sale
- *e Version 3.0 or later is required.
Gallery
Visual representations of the Sony SRG-A12 camera and its components are available in the gallery section.
