PTZ Auto Framing
Framing mastery. Go beyond your limits.
Unlock more PTZ camera possibilities with revolutionary PTZ Auto Framing
Elevate your content creation with unprecedented auto-tracking. Our ground-breaking PTZ Auto Framing function allows your PTZ camera to consistently track subjects and comfortably maintain the framing you choose, thanks to proprietary AI technologies and deep PTZ camera expertise.
Unleash the power of PTZ Auto Framing
PTZ Auto Framing will naturally track your subject, allowing you to shoot from previously inaccessible locations and with smaller crews. The high-precision function opens up smarter PTZ content creation for the business and education sectors, as well as broadcast studios, sports events and major venues—and it’s also recommended for virtual video productions using VR and AR.
Don’t miss a moment with Sony’s PTZ Auto Framing
Embrace more efficient, captivating content creation thanks to unmatched automatic tracking. Open up unconventional angles that are different from boring single perspective, allowing for smoother and more natural shooting while minimizing the need for skilled camera operators. This also enables capturing the expressions of moving players in intense matches without missing a moment.
Explore the future of content creation. Deliver richer content while streamlining your workflow, and reducing resources thanks to our AI-powered PTZ Auto Framing.
Without PTZ Auto Framing
With PTZ Auto Framing
What is PTZ Auto Framing?
Sony’s PTZ Auto Framing is an advanced, AI-based tracking function. It employs deep learning to increase the accuracy of human recognition and better identifying subjects and capturing more of the details of their appearance.
This allows the camera to maintain the composition that the content creator intended, with the kind of camera movements you would expect from a professional operator.
Consistently detects and tracks in challenging conditions
The AI-powered tracking enables the camera to closely follow subject at all times – even in challenging conditions, such as when a subject’s face is obscured. PTZ Auto Framing is even capable of tracking a specific person within a group.
* The camera will begin tracking at the designated angle and composition when PTZ Auto Framing starts.
Maintains desired framing naturally
Our PTZ Auto Framing makes high-quality, automated camera work a reality for real-world productions. Your camera maintains a set composition and angles, while delivering framing that feels natural and intentional—even as your subject moves.
You’ll be able to handle close-ups too, as PTZ Auto Framing dramatically reduces the risk of subjects moving out of frame due to delayed tracking. Or you can stabilise your camera angle for small movements that you don’t want to track. And we will continue developing our analytics technology to enhance the capabilities of our automatic tracking solutions, catering for productions of all sizes.
PTZ Auto Framing
Conventional auto-tracking
Functions for More Effective Use
Enhanced production efficiency with Ball Sports (Basketball) Mode*
Ideal for capturing basketball games, the camera can track both the ball and players, automatically framing the scene from an overview angle to clearly capture the flow of the game. Unlike conventional subject tracking, it employs advanced tracking technology to account for the fast and irregular movements of the ball.
*This feature is designed exclusively for indoor 5v5 format basketball games. It is designed for an overview angle of players and the ball, but does not track specific individuals holding the ball. Please note that the Person Framing Mode and Ball Sports Framing Mode cannot be used simultaneously. This unit must be installed at the center of the court along the sideline. An official ball is required.
Tracking Range
PTZ Auto Framing is performed only within the predefined area*. When a subject goes out of the predefined area, PTZ Auto Framing stops and returns to search for the subject within the predefined area. The predefined area can be displayed as an overlay on the Web UI live view.** Simultaneously, this function allows you to exclude subjects that you do not want to frame.
* Only one area can be set.
**Available from BRC-AM7 firmware version 3.0 and SRG-A40/SRG-A12 firmware version 4.0
Fixed Angle Position
When a subject enters the predefined area*, PTZ Auto Framing will pause and the angle of view will automatically move and hold the predefined area. PTZ Auto Framing will resume when the subject exits the area. The predefined area can be displayed as an overlay on the Web UI live view.**
*Only one area can be set.
**Available from SRG-A40/SRG-A12 firmware version 4.0
Lead Room Effect
When using PTZ Auto Framing to track a person, the composition is automatically adjusted to provide space in the direction of the subject’s gaze, depending on the orientation of the subject’s face. This allows for tracking in a natural composition that is close to professional camera work.
Additionally, the size of the margin that can be set with the Lead Room Effect can be adjusted in three levels.
Multi-person Framing
With Multi-person Framing, it is possible to track a group of up to eight people, with a primary subject and secondary subjects. The primary subject can be specified via the camera’s Face Registration function, or on the web app screen. The secondary subjects are automatically selected according to their proximity to the primary subject. The camera’s pan, tilt and zoom function ensures that the selected people are included in the image, with natural looking framing. Multi-person Framing is ideal for various applications such as corporate conferences, panel discussions, weddings and other ceremonies.
Face Registration
Face Registration enables users to register the primary subject, tracking them reliably based on pre-registered face data and tracking priority. External Face Data Import (JPEG)* is available for faster on-site setup and off-site preparation. Automatic start/return is also enhanced, using registered face information to quickly re-acquire the subject after lost tracking or mis-tracking.
*Available from SRG-A40/SRG-A12 firmware version 4.0
*Please refer to the PTZ Auto Framing functions quick reference for the compatible models of each feature.
PTZ Auto Framing functions quick reference
*The functions marked with version information are available from the specified version onwards.
| ILME-FR7 | BRC-AM7 | SRG-A40 | SRG-A12 | Edge Analytics Appliance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PTZ Auto Framing | ✔ Ver. 3.0 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ Ver. 5.0 |
| Multi-person Framing | ✔ Ver. 2.0 | ✔ Ver. 2.0 | ✔ Ver. 2.0 | ||
| Face Registration | ✔ Ver. 2.0 | ✔ Ver. 2.0 | ✔ Ver. 2.0 | ||
| Lead Room Effect | ✔ Ver. 3.0 | ✔ Ver. 2.0 | ✔ Ver. 3.0 | ✔ Ver. 3.0 | |
| Tracking Range | ✔ Ver. 2.0 | ✔ Ver. 3.0 | ✔ Ver. 3.0 | ||
| Fixed Angle Position | ✔ Ver. 3.0 | ✔ Ver. 3.0 | |||
| Framing Mode Ball Sports (Basketball) | ✔ Ver. 3.0 | ✔ Ver. 4.0 | ✔ Ver. 4.0 |
A range of PTZ Auto Framing solutions
We offer two PTZ Auto Framing feature lines, tailored to different applications, and two methods to implement PTZ Auto Framing: built-in and via an external unit and license. Explore our solutions, designed to address a variety of needs.
For Content Creation
Create more video content without compromising the quality.
BRC-AM7
Premium 4K 60p PTZ camera, offering high interoperability with other production systems, making it ideal for sports, large venue events, and a wide variety of other content creation settings.
ILME-FR7
Cinema Line full-frame PTZ camera with interchangeable lens. High image quality and exquisite bokeh are perfect for a range of productions, from cinematic programming to music videos and other creative works.
For Capture
Effortlessly create engaging content with simple, user-friendly operation.
SRG-A40/A12
Affordable standard PTZ camera. This game-changer improves conventional workflows, making it ideal for recording and streaming in education and corporate, as well as small-scale events.
Edge Analytics Appliance
External unit used to easily add auto-tracking to an array of Sony’s existing PTZ cameras. See for yourself what you can achieve with our free, pre-installed 60-day trial*¹.
*¹ Separate purchase of the PTZ Auto Framing License (REA-L0200) is necessary beyond the 60-day trial.
Please refer to the (REA-L0200) product page for compatible models.
Case Studies
Explore real-world applications and success stories showcasing the versatility and effectiveness of our PTZ Auto Framing.
China Vision AvantGarde Film And Television Media Co. LTD.
- Shot with BRC-AM7
- The BRC-AM7 is used for live broadcasting and recording in their virtual studio. PTZ Auto Framing helps reduce the need for a camera operator
University of Exeter
- Shot with SRG-A40 and SRG-A12
- Sony’s PTZ Auto Framing technology enhances student engagement during online lectures
NYU Shanghai
- Shot with SRG-A12
- AI algorithms enable tracking and capture a teacher’s movement, expressions and communication clearly, making online lessons more effective
- Balances usability and stability
Japan Professional Pocket Billiard Association
- Shot with SRG-A40
- Captures player’s concentration and natural face expressions without any intrusion
- Innovative way to show billiard games, with very few human resources required
Japan Weightlifting Association
- Shot with SRG-A40
- Automatically captures diverse angles, from the nerves of a weightlifter before competition to powerful performances and joyful moments of celebration
- Effective, one-person operation for switching and streaming multi-source video, with the level of quality expected of a professional cameraman
Disclaimers:
Note on the PTZ Auto Framing Function: The performance of the PTZ Auto Framing function is influenced by various factors, such as the product being used, the number of people on the screen, their movement speed, and interactions. Ensure the PTZ Auto Framing performance aligns with your purpose before use. Please ask your regional contact for more information.
