Following their successful reception at NAB2024, Proton Camera Innovations, a German company specializing in miniaturized cameras, will be presenting their PROTON CAM at IBC2024.
This event marks the European debut of the world’s smallest broadcast camera.
Technical Specifications and Applications
The Proton team will demonstrate the technical capabilities of the PROTON CAM and highlight its various applications. The camera has already been widely adopted, especially in high-profile sports events, including global mountain biking competitions and events using live drone footage. Due to high demand, Proton will be announcing two new additions to their product range closer to IBC2024.
Camera Features
The PROTON CAM measures just 28mm x 28mm and weighs only 24 grams. Despite its small size, it boasts impressive technical specifications, including:
- Low 2.5W power consumption
- 12-bit sensor technology
- Advanced chip technology for superior image quality and dynamic range
- 97° wide-angle view with optional lenses ranging from 70° to 124°
- Excellent low-light performance without distortion
- Tally light and stereo audio
These features make the PROTON CAM ideal for spontaneous action capture and directed productions. Its efficient power consumption results in longer battery life and reduced heat generation, ensuring reliable operation in challenging environments. Proton Camera Innovations’ full control over the research and design process ensures high innovation and quality standards.
Customer Adoption and Use Cases
Since its launch, the PROTON CAM has been popular among a wide range of users. Its compact size and versatile lens options allow for creative applications, such as close-up shots at ground level and wide-angle views from above. It has been used in various fields, including motor sports, where it is integrated into sports equipment, nets, pitch markers, or goals. These applications will be showcased at IBC2024, emphasizing how the unique perspectives enhance the viewing experience.
Broad Industry Applications
The PROTON CAM is not limited to sports. It is also suitable for live concerts, events, reality shows, TV, and film. Its compact and discrete nature allows cinematographers and directors of photography to capture high-quality footage in any environment.
CEO’s Remarks
Marko Hoepken, CEO of Proton Camera Innovations GmbH, commented on their attendance at IBC2024: “The last year has been incredibly busy, and we expect this momentum to continue. With the popularity of the PROTON CAM, we are working hard to bring our next two cameras to market, which we will showcase at IBC2024. The cinematography market has shown high demand due to the camera’s small size and weight, allowing seamless integration with drones while achieving broadcast quality images.”
He added, “We have been amazed by the creativity of our customers in integrating the PROTON CAM into various applications. Our proprietary chip technology, flexible power supply, and varied lens options result in a camera with virtually unlimited creative potential.”
About Proton Camera Innovations
Proton Camera Innovations GmbH is a German company specializing in the development of miniaturized cameras. Their flagship product, the PROTON CAM, is known for being the world’s smallest broadcast-quality camera. The company leverages extensive experience in camera miniaturization and incorporates advanced proprietary chip technology, which allows for superior image quality, dynamic range, and low-light performance. PROTON CAM is widely used in various applications including sports broadcasting, live events, drone footage, and cinematography. Proton Camera Innovations maintains full control over their research and design processes to ensure high standards of innovation and quality.
News source: Proton Camera Innovations
