SONY SRG-A40 4K30 30x Optical Zoom PTZ Camera with PTZ Auto-Framing (White)

SONY SRG-A40 4K30 30x Optical Zoom PTZ Camera with PTZ Auto-Framing (White) is a professional 4K PTZ camera built for classrooms, conference rooms, auditoriums, studios, and installed production spaces where clean framing matters but a dedicated camera operator may not always be available. From the supplied specs, it uses a 1/2.5" Exmor R CMOS sensor, approx. 8.5MP effective pixels, and supports PTZ Auto Framing.

The useful part here is the built-in AI-based framing. Instead of asking an operator to constantly chase the presenter, the camera can track the subject and maintain a composed shot automatically. For lecture capture, corporate meetings, training rooms, and hybrid events, that removes a lot of hands-on camera work from the production desk.

Highlights

• 4K30 PTZ camera with PTZ Auto Framing
• 1/2.5" Exmor R CMOS sensor with approx. 8.5MP effective pixels
• 30x zoom in 4K, 40x zoom in HD, and 80x HD zoom with Tele Convert Mode
• HDMI, 3G-SDI, and IP streaming outputs
• PoE++ support, VISCA control, SRT protocol, and front red/green tally

Quick Specs & Uses

• Image sensor: 1/2.5" Exmor R CMOS
• Effective pixels: Approx. 8.5 MP
• Signal system: 2160p29.97/25/23.98, 1080p59.94/50/29.97/25/23.98, 1080i59.94/50, 720p59.94/50
• 4K capability: Yes
• Minimum illumination: 1.6 Lux
• Horizontal resolution: 1700 TV lines in 4K, center; 1000+ TV lines in FHD, center
• Zoom capability: 30x in 4K, 40x in HD, 80x in HD with Tele Convert Mode
• Focusing system: Auto / Manual
• Horizontal viewing angle: Approx. 70° wide
• Focal length: 4.4 to 88.0 mm
• F-number: F2.0 to F3.8
• Pan range: ±170°
• Tilt range: +90° to -20°
• Maximum pan speed: 300°/s
• Maximum tilt speed: 126°/s
• Preset positions: 256 CGI, 100 VISCA
• PTZ Auto Framing: Yes
• PTZ Motion Sync: Yes
• 4K video outputs: 1 x HDMI, 1 x IP streaming
• HD video outputs: 1 x 3G-SDI, 1 x HDMI, 1 x IP streaming
• Camera control: VISCA RS-422 RJ45, VISCA over IP RJ45
• Microphone input: 1 x 3.5 mm stereo mini jack, mic/line selectable
• Audio channels: 2
• Tally: 1 x front red/green indicator
• Power requirements: DC 19.5V or PoE++ IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 Class 8
• Power consumption: 80 W DC, 71.3 W PoE++
• Dimensions: 156.7 x 184.0 x 200.0 mm / 6.25 x 7.25 x 7.88 in
• Weight: 2.000 kg / 4.41 lb

Why It Helps

The SRG-A40 is built for rooms where the camera needs to do more of the work by itself. In a lecture, presentation, or meeting, the subject may move around, turn, or shift position. PTZ Auto Framing helps keep that person properly framed without needing someone riding the joystick the entire time.

The zoom range gives installers more flexibility with camera placement. A wide 70° view helps cover the room, while 30x 4K zoom and 40x HD zoom give enough reach for tighter shots from the back or side of the space. When HD Tele Convert Mode is used, the listed zoom range extends to 80x.

For system integration, the camera covers the usual professional paths: HDMI for local video, 3G-SDI for production routing, and IP streaming for network-based delivery. VISCA control, PoE++, SRT, and multi-streaming support make it easier to build into a modern installed AV or broadcast-over-IP workflow.

System Characteristics

• PTZ Auto Framing with subject tracking for more consistent composed shots
• Front tally lamp with red/green indication for live status and auto-framing status
• Picture Freeze Preset and PTZ Motion Sync for smoother preset operation
• H.264 and H.265 streaming up to 60 fps with CBR/VBR bitrate control
• Multi-streaming support with up to 3 streams and up to 5 clients
• Optional NDI|HX capability with required license

What’s In The Box

• 1 x SONY SRG-A40 4K30 30x Optical Zoom PTZ Camera with PTZ Auto-Framing (White)
• 1 x AC Power Adapter
• 1 x IR Remote Control
• 2 x Ceiling Bracket
• 1 x Wire Cable
• 9 x M3x8 Screw
• 1 x M2.6x6 Screw (Black)
• 1 x HDMI Cable Clamp

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