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PTZOptics launches Rise 4K broadcast PTZ camera for productions of every size
- 11 September, 2026
Bringing Ultra HD Quality and PTZ Versatility to Broadcasters and Production Teams...
New flagship PTZ camera combines cinematic 4K imaging, professional broadcast connectivity
and the complete Horizon intelligent video experience for productions of every size.
- Captures 4K Ultra HD at 60 fps with a 1-inch, 50MP CMOS sensor, 20x optical zoom,
phase-detect autofocus and optical image stabilization.
- Supports professional workflows with 12G-SDI, timecode, genlock, FreeD camera tracking,
SFP+ fiber connectivity and professional XLR audio.
- Ships with Horizon Web for intuitive camera control, image adjustment, intelligent presets,
tracking and automation.
- Available to order now, shipping in Q4 2026, with its public debut at IBC2026.
USA: PTZOptics announce the launch of Rise 4K, a new flagship broadcast PTZ camera that brings technology once reserved for high-budget studios within reach of more broadcasters, producers and production teams.
Rise combines cinematic 4K imaging, professional broadcast connectivity and intelligent video technology in a robotic camera designed for sports, broadcast, live events, enterprise studios, universities, houses of worship and independent productions. It gives teams a practical way to add high-quality camera angles, expand multicamera coverage and create more polished content without placing an operator at every camera position.
"PTZOptics has spent more than a decade advancing robotic camera technology and making professional video production more accessible," said Matthew Davis, Chief Technology Officer at PTZOptics. "Rise brings together that engineering expertise and continuous innovation with a deep understanding of real-world production workflows shaped by years of user input and feedback. Our goal is to put the imaging quality, precision and advanced capabilities once limited to major broadcast networks and high-budget television studios within reach of more broadcasters, production teams and professional creators."
Cinematic Imaging for Professional Production
At the heart of Rise is a 1-inch, 50MP CMOS sensor that captures 4K Ultra HD video at up to 60 fps.
A 20x optical zoom and approximately 71-degree horizontal field of view provide the flexibility to move
from wide establishing shots to detailed close-ups.
Phase-detect autofocus keeps subjects sharp, while optical image stabilization and smooth brushless motors support stable images and precise, natural camera movement. A built-in three-stage ND filter provides greater exposure control across changing lighting conditions.
Built for Broadcast Workflows
Rise provides the connectivity and synchronization required for professional multicamera production. Timecode and genlock keep cameras precisely synchronized, while FreeD support enables integration
with virtual production and augmented reality systems.
Video outputs include 12G-SDI for 4K60, 3G-SDI, HDMI and USB 3.0. Network options include NDI HX, RTMP, RTSP, SRT and 12G-compatible SFP+ fiber connectivity. Professional XLR inputs with 48V phantom power, onboard TF card recording and front and rear tally lights complete the production package.
Intelligent Control with Horizon
Rise ships with Horizon Web as its standard camera interface, bringing responsive camera movement, image and color adjustment, intelligent presets, tracking, auto-framing and automation into an intuitive browser-based workspace accessible from any device on the same network.
Advanced tools, including waveform, vectorscope and RGB parade, help operators adjust and match cameras with precision. Built-in AI auto-tracking maintains framing and reduces routine operator input, allowing one operator to supervise more camera positions and focus on the wider production. Rise also supports PTZOptics' broader ecosystem of Horizon Hub desktop applications for camera control, configuration and workflow management.
Together, these capabilities advance PTZOptics' Visual Reasoning strategy, connecting high-performance imaging and camera robotics with software, automation and AI to create more intelligent and responsive production workflows.
"Production teams are being asked to create more content, cover more events and capture more angles with limited resources," said Claudia Barbiero, Director of Global Marketing at PTZOptics. "Rise gives them an attainable path to higher-end production, combining broadcast-quality imaging with intelligent tools
that help smaller teams accomplish more."
Public Debut at IBC2026
Rise will make its public debut at IBC2026, taking place September 11-14 at RAI Amsterdam.
Visitors to the PTZOptics stand, 1.B07, will be able to see its 4K imaging, broadcast connectivity
and Horizon intelligent camera controls in action.
Rise is available to order now and will begin shipping in Q4 2026.
PTZOptics, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company headquartered in Pennsylvania, USA,
transforms cameras from passive recorders into intelligent teammates. With over 1 million high-quality, easy-
to-use PTZ and fixed video cameras enabling advanced, real-time workflows across more than 50 countries,
PTZOptics is a trusted leader in camera robotics, cloud and AI. PTZOptics' Visual Reasoning movement
turns video into insight and action, connecting video with intelligence to operate cameras, analyze live
video and trigger responses. From broadcast, sports and enterprise AV to houses of worship, healthcare and
manufacturing, PTZOptics empowers teams to focus on decisions and creativity, solve real-world problems,
and revolutionize workflows across industries.
