Panasonic AW-UE50W/K Premium 4K30 SDI/HDMI PTZ Camera with 24x Optical Zoom

Product Overview

The Panasonic AW-UE50 is a 4K30 SDI/HDMI PTZ camera with a 24x optical zoom, built for conference rooms, training rooms, and live production where remote-controlled, high-magnification capture is needed. It outputs UHD 4K over HDMI, up to 1080p60 over SDI, and streams over IP, so it fits both AV-over-IP and baseband workflows. PoE+ support enables single-cable installation, and a USB Type-C port lets it double as a high-quality UVC webcam. As a commercial PTZ camera, it integrates with Panasonic remote controllers and common production switchers.

Product Description

Built around a 1/2.5-inch MOS sensor, the AW-UE50 pairs a 24x optical zoom with a wide 74.1° angle of view to cover an entire room from a single fixed position. It outputs UHD 4K30 over HDMI and up to 1080p60 over SDI, and supports IP live streaming up to 1080p using H.264/H.265 codecs. Remote control is available over IP, RS-422, or USB Type-C (UVC 1.0/UAC 1.0), and the camera embeds audio over its output or accepts audio via a stereo mini-jack. A red/green tally light supports multi-camera production, and extended digital zoom (28x in UHD, 36x in Full HD) adds reach. The camera is field-upgradable to NDI|HX and to subject tracking with separately available licenses. For higher-end production features, compare the AW-UE100 and the AW-UE150A; for a compact wide-angle option, see the AW-UE4.

Key Features

• 4K30 Capture with 24x Optical Zoom — Covers a full room and reaches distant subjects from one fixed mount.
• Wide 74.1° Angle of View — Captures wide meeting and stage scenes without a second camera.
• SDI, HDMI, and IP Outputs — Fits baseband and AV-over-IP workflows with UHD HDMI and 1080p60 SDI.
• PoE+ Single-Cable Install — Power, control, and network over one cable simplify ceiling and wall mounts.
• USB-C UVC Webcam Mode — Connects directly to soft codecs as a high-quality conference camera.
• Multi-Protocol Control — IP, RS-422, and USB-C control integrate with Panasonic controllers and switchers.
• Tally and Streaming Codecs — Red/green tally plus H.264/H.265 streaming support multi-camera production.
• License-Upgradable — Field upgrades to NDI|HX and subject tracking extend capability over time.

Typical Applications

• Conference Room — Wide angle and zoom cover participants from one mounted camera.
• Training Room — Remote PTZ control captures presenter and audience for streaming.
• Broadcast Studio — SDI output and tally fit multi-camera switched production.
• House of Worship — 24x zoom reaches the stage from the back of the room.
• Auditorium — High-magnification capture for large-room events and IMAG.

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Panasonic / vendor data. Exact HDMI version, low-light sensitivity, pan/tilt range and speed, and physical dimensions/weight require manual review against the current Panasonic AW-UE50 spec sheet.

Competitor Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can the AW-UE50 be used as a USB webcam?
Yes. The USB Type-C port supports UVC 1.0/UAC 1.0, so it connects directly to soft codecs as a high-quality conference camera.

Does it support PoE for single-cable installation?
Yes. It is PoE+ compatible, delivering power, control, and network over a single cable to simplify ceiling and wall mounts.

What outputs are available for production?
It provides UHD 4K over HDMI, up to 1080p60 over SDI, and IP streaming up to 1080p using H.264/H.265.

Can I add NDI or subject tracking later?
Yes. The camera is field-upgradable to NDI|HX and to subject tracking through separately available licenses.

How is it controlled in a multi-camera setup?
It supports IP, RS-422, and USB-C control and includes a red/green tally light for integration with Panasonic controllers and production switchers.