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What is 4K?
- 4K is 3840 x 2160 pixels, which is four times the detail of 1080p (1920 x 1080 pixels).
- Increased pixel count results in much sharper and more detailed images, making every frame look crisp and clear.
- 4K resolution enhances color depth and vibrancy, providing a more lifelike and immersive viewing experience.
- Perfect for sports events, concerts, and high-end corporate presentations.
- Capture in Higher Quality
- Record in 4K even if you are producing HD
- Leaves room to make edits and keep quality or use a digital zoom when needed
- Available from most of our manufacturers: BirdDog, Canon, JVC, Marshall, Panasonic, PTZOptics, Vizrt
Software & Hardware with 4K Integration
Software
Hardware:
NDI Technology & 4K
- NDI HX 3 High-Quality Video Transmission: Low-latency video over IP networks
- Ideal for 4K Streaming/transmitting video on a local network: Send your video anywhere on the open web, or a closed network
- Integration with Existing Workflows: Seamlessly integrate more equipment into current production combing legacy cameras and NDI compatible cameras
NDI 6 Expands 4K NDI Capabilities
- NDI HX3 Efficiency: Improved efficiency for high-quality, low-latency video transmission over standard Ethernet networks.
- HDR Support: Native HDR support for more life-like video with higher contrast and expanded brightness headroom1.
- 10-bit Color Depth: Native 10+ bit color depth support for smoother gradients, richer textures, and pixel-perfect precision
Best Practices for using 4K
- Network Requirements
- Advantages of using a 4K workflow
- Future proofing content
Network Requirements
- Ensure you have a high-speed internet connection capable of handling the increased data rate of 4K streaming. A minimum of 25 Mbps per stream is recommended
- While wireless networks are convenient, wired connections (Ethernet) are more reliable for 4K streaming due to their stability and higher bandwidth capabilities
- Ensure your network is free from congestion by limiting the number of devices connected simultaneously. Use network management tools to monitor and optimize traffic
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Codec |
AVC (H.264) and HEVC (H.265) |
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Bandwidth at 1080p60 |
H.264: ~ 62 Mbps | H.265: ~ 50 Mbps |
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Bandwidth at 2160p60 |
H.264: ~ 110 Mbps | H.265: ~ 84 Mbps |
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Glass-to-glass latency |
Ultra low – under 100ms on average |
Top 5 Reasons Videoguys Recommends Netgear ProAV M4250 Switches
- Engineered for AV over IP
- Netgear is committed to ProAV
- Easy to Configure (GUI)
- Presets for NDI HX3 & NDI 6
- Recommended by all of our partners: PTZOptics, Vizrt, Birddog etc
Advantages of using a 4K Workflow
- Can stream and record in 4K – Picture looks clearer
- Better low light picture quality –More Pixels to see in low light situations
- Lossless digital zoom when exporting at lower resolution
- More options for Post-Production work, Especially with NDI 6.
Future-Proofing Content
- Growing Adoption of 4K
- Ensuring content remains relevant and competitive
- Long-term cost savings by avoiding future upgrades
- Stay up to date with industry trends
- Growth of 4K content consumption and production
- YouTube, Netflix, major sports networks
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Platform |
Resolution |
Compression |
Bit Rate |
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Facebook |
1080 60p |
H.264 |
4.5-9mbps |
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YouTube |
4K 60p |
H.265/H.264 |
10mbps/35mbps |
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1080 60p |
H.265/H.264 |
4mbps/12mbps |
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LinkedIn |
720 30p |
H.264 |
3.5-6mbps |
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