BirdDog Maki Ultra 20x Black

2,995.00 Excl. VAT

  • 20x Zoom & UHD 4K60 Resolution
  • NDI|HX2 & NDI|HX3 Support
  • HDMI & USB/UVC Outputs
  • Built-In Halo Tally
  • Color Matrix, API & Kelvin Control
  • PoE Support
  • Exceptional Low-Light Performance

Available on backorder

Estimated delivery: October 27, 2026 – November 6, 2026
SKU: BDMKU20XB Categories: ,
Description

MAKI Ultra. Make a Killer Image.

Introducing the groundbreaking MAKI Ultra NDI® | HX3 camera, where compact innovation meets potent performance.

This powerhouse combines lightning-fast autofocus and 4K60 capabilities, ensuring you capture every moment with stunning precision.

Intuitive physical buttons located on the side of the camera give you seamless control, immerse yourself in your creative zone without being bogged down by technicalities.

Featuring BirdDog’s HALO Tally system, MAKI Ultra makes it simple and clear to see which camera is live on air at any time.

Compact. Yet Mighty.

The MAKI Ultra boasts a compact footprint helping you capture those unusual and engaging camera angles with ease. With MAKI Ultra you can deliver killer POV shots that put your audience right in the game at eSports events, or attach MAKI Ultra to a band rig to capture incredible angles of your drummers or instrumentalists, be they in a band or a house of worship. Wherever the action is, MAKI Ultra ensures you never miss a beat.

Super-Fast Autofocus.
Keeping Pace with Your Vision.

It’s fast AF. MAKI Ultra’s super-fast autofocus is a game-changer for dynamic content and fast-paced environments. Equipped with a ToF sensor and powered by advanced automatic focusing algorithms, MAKI Ultra ensures rapid and accurate autofocus. Whether your subjects are zipping across the frame or moving closer and further away from the camera, MAKI Ultra keeps them sharp and in focus. Every. Single. Time.

4K60. Capture Every Moment with Ultra Detail.

With its 4K60 capabilities, MAKI Ultra expands your options on what and how you capture content. From fast-moving action shots to incredible detail in low-light sets, you can get all the detail thanks to MAKI Ultra’s high frame rate and advanced image processing capabilities.

NDI® | HX3.
Enhanced Performance on More Networks.

MAKI Ultra delivers superior network performance via NDI® | HX3 integration. Significantly reducing network impact while maintaining excellent image quality, meaning it’s more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 surpasses certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count on.

On-board Buttons.
Let Your Digits Take Control.

MAKI Ultra’s intuitive physical buttons means that once you’ve set it up, you can just reach in and make quick adjustments to Zoom and Focus, and access to the onscreen menu. No awkwardly placed controls or a walk back to your controller. One and done. And on to the next task.

Additional information
Weight1.46 kg
Dimensions24.13 × 21.59 × 14.22 cm
Inputs/OutputsUSB I/O 1 x USB-C Female Output Video I/O 1x BNC (3G-SDI) Output 1x HDMI 2.0 Output Audio I/O 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Line Input 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Line Output Other I/O 1 x UBA-A (Host) 1 x 2-Pin Phoenix Port (RS-485) 1 x RJ45 (NDI & PoE)
Optical Zoom Ratio20x
PowerPower Source PoE (Built-In), AC Adapter with Power Brick (Included) DC Input Power 12 VDC at 1.5 A Power Consumption 18 W (Maximum)
Sensor Resolution3841 x 2160
StandardsNTSC, PAL
Effective Pixels>8.4 MP
Aperturef1.8 to f2.68
FocusTOF, Auto, Manual Exposure Modes Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priorit
Exposure ModeAuto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual
Backlight CompensationYES
Noise ReductionYES
Video Format2160p @ 60/50/30/25 fps 1080p @ 60/50/30/25 fps 720p @ 60/50/30/25 fps
Video CompressionH.264 / H.265
Control ProtocolVISCA Baud Rate: 38400/9600/4800/2400, VISCA-IP, NDI
Network ProtocolsNDI, HX2, NDI, HX3
About brand
BirdDog is a video technology company focused on making professional production faster, simpler, and more flexible. Its products help creators capture, manage, convert, and distribute high-quality video across networks, reducing the need for complicated traditional cabling. The company is particularly associated with network-based video workflows, including cameras, converters, controllers, and software designed for live production, broadcasting, education, corporate communication, worship, and events. A key strength of BirdDog is its emphasis on connected workflows. By allowing video, audio, control, and other production data to travel over standard networks, BirdDog solutions can support remote teams, multicamera setups, and productions spread across different rooms or locations. This approach can make systems easier to expand while giving operators greater freedom in how equipment is positioned and controlled. BirdDog also aims to make professional tools approachable. Its cameras often combine strong image quality, remote movement, zoom capabilities, and centralized control, helping small teams produce polished results. Meanwhile, its software and hardware tools connect different parts of a production environment. Overall, BirdDog serves organizations that want reliable, scalable video systems without unnecessary complexity. Its technology reflects the broader shift toward networked, software-driven production, where flexibility, speed, and collaboration are increasingly important for modern creators and teams.