BirdDog MAKI Live 4K Streaming Camera, Black

Experience the power of professional-grade broadcast technology in the palm of your hand with the BirdDog MAKI Live-your ultimate portable live production tool. Lightweight and compact, MAKI Live is designed for creators, educators, and business professionals who demand exceptional video quality without the tether of cables or external crews. Built around a high-resolution 1/2.8″ CMOS UHD sensor, MAKI Live delivers stunning 4K capture with seamless optical zoom, delivering superb clarity and visual detail that stands out in any streaming environment. Whether you're capturing dynamic creator content, live lessons, or hybrid event broadcasts, its wireless freedom and intuitive controls ensure you stay flexible and ready to go live anywhere.

Stream directly via built-in Wi-Fi-6 or connect using USB-C UVC, HDMI, or even optional PoE via adapter for stable wired workflows. Industry-standard NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, RTSP, and SRT protocols are natively supported, enabling low-latency, high-quality IP streaming with or without additional hardware. Control options include TOF, Auto, Manual focus modes, as well as intelligent exposure and AI-gesture zoom-allowing hands-free zoom in or out with simple hand movements. With recording capabilities to a Micro-SD card, plus a halo tally light for production cueing, MAKI Live is ready for wireless, multi-camera setups, virtual conferencing, or standalone creative productions.

Engineered for creators on the move, the MAKI Live pairs broadcast pedigree with portability. A built-in battery provides hours of uninterrupted power, and the compact design ensures seamless integration into any content-creation workflow-whether you're shooting solo or orchestrating a multi-camera setup via the MAKI Studio app. Enjoy pro-level streaming, plug-and-play webcam integration, and intuitive gesture control-all wrapped in a durable, lightweight form factor that makes high-quality broadcasting truly mobile.

Key Features

• True 4K UHD capture with 3x optical / 10x digital zoom.
• Broadcast-grade streaming over IP using NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, RTSP, and SRT.
• Multiple connectivity: built-in Wi-Fi-6, HDMI, USB-C UVC, and optional PoE via dongle.
• AI gesture zoom for hands-free camera control.
• Auto, manual, and TOF focus modes; multiple exposure options including shutter priority.
• Direct recording to Micro-SD card; rear Halo tally light for live production cues.
• Compact, lightweight, and wireless with integrated battery for mobile streaming.

Technical Specifications

Image Sensor: 1/2.8″ CMOS - UHD (≈0.435 in diagonal)

Lens: f = 3.3–9.9 mm (≈0.13–0.39 in)

Zoom: Optical 3x, Digital 10x

Video Format: 2160p @ 30/29.97/25 fps • 1080p @ 30/29.97/25 fps • 720p @ 30 fps

Horizontal Angle of View: 81.4° (wide) ~ 31.3° (tele)

Vertical Angle of View: 50.5° (wide) ~ 18.2° (tele)

Diagonal Angle of View: 92° (wide) ~ 35.8° (tele)

Aperture: F2 (wide) ~ F3.7 (tele)

Focus: TOF, Auto, Manual

Exposure: Auto, Shutter Priority, Manual, Bright

Backlight Compensation: Yes

Digital Noise Reduction: 2D and 3D Digital Noise Reduction

SNR: > 50 dB

Effective Pixels: 8.29 Megapixels

Preset Number: 255

Video Output Interfaces: HDMI, USB-C UVC 1.0, Network (built-in Wi-Fi 6; optional PoE 802.3af via dongle-sold separately)

Video Compression Format: H.264 up to 62 Mbps

Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 6 – IEEE 802.11ax

Encoder Network Protocols: NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, RTSP, SRT

Control Interface: Network, USB-Type-C (UVC 1.0)

Control Protocol: VISCA IP, NDI, UVC

Memory Card: TF Card (Micro-SD)

Input Voltage: USB-Type-C 5 V; PoE IEEE 802.3af (optional via dongle-sold separately)

Input Current: 2.4 A (min) @ 5 V

Power Consumption: 5 W (mean)

Working Temperature: 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to +40 °C)

Working Humidity: 10% – 95%

Dimensions (W x H x D): 4.72 in x 2.20 in x 2.20 in (120 mm x 56 mm x 56 mm)

Weight: 11.8 oz (335 g)