BirdDog at IBC 2025 – Booth 7.C13 

IP Workflows, PTZ Cameras, and Connectivity for Modern Broadcast

BirdDog continues to push both the edge of compact, streaming-friendly camera gear and hints toward higher-end systems. At IBC / in recent announcements, here’s what we’ve seen:

What’s Happening Now

• MAKI Live
   This is a portable, wireless 4K streaming camera with features tailored for creators, small live setups, church, education, etc. It includes optical zoom, built-in Wi-Fi, and a 6-hour battery for untethered use.
   It also supports NDI and SRT protocols, and can act in webcam mode (USB-C) so it can plug into Zoom, OBS or other apps directly.
   Gesture/AI control (e.g. AI gesture zoom) is included, so operators or presenters can affect zoom via physical gestures. 
   It seems marketed as a “go-live anywhere” tool without heavy infrastructure.

• XL Ultra (Announced, Not Yet Released)
   BirdDog has announced the XL Ultra as their next high-end broadcast camera line in their X Series, though it is not yet shipping. (Listed in menus under BirdDog’s product pages as upcoming)
   Some sources note “coming November” as a possible availability for it (though I did not find a fully confirmed press release). You’ll want to double-check with BirdDog for firm timing.

What It Means for You / Your Readers

• Social & creator-ready capture
   With MAKI Live you’re not just getting a streaming camera — you’re getting a tool that helps content creators deliver higher production value without a full broadcast setup. For social, corporate, education, or hybrid events, MAKI Live bridges the consumer/creator and pro world.

• Unified live + edit pipeline
   Because MAKI Live supports USB webcam, NDI, SRT, and traditional video outputs, it can be used not just for streaming but also for multi-cam ingest and as a capture source. That means you can re-use live footage in post more cleanly.

• Future upgrade path with XL Ultra
   If a facility or production team wants to step into a higher-tier camera line, BirdDog is setting that path. The XL Ultra likely brings more advanced optics, sensors, and workflow integration compatible with BirdDog control infrastructure.

• Power and flexibility
   Battery, wireless options, gesture control — these make it easier to deploy in unconventional or remote settings (exteriors, mobile sets, pop-up events) without needing full cam cart, cables, or outside power.

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