Marshall Electronics CV420e ePTZ 4K60 Camera with HDMI, IP & USB

The Marshall Electronics CV420e ePTZ 4K60 Camera with HDMI, IP & USB is a compact UHD streaming camera that uses a large 1/1.8″ 4K sensor to deliver ePTZ (electronic pan-tilt-zoom) maneuverability without any moving parts, designed for professional broadcast, pro AV, and streaming applications ranging from sporting events and reality television to broadcast trucks and video conferencing installations.

At the core of the CV420e is a Sony IMX334LQR-C 1/1.8″ 9.2-megapixel CMOS sensor, offering a 4.5mm fixed lens with a wide 100-102 degree horizontal angle of view and minimal distortion at a fixed f/1.6 aperture. The camera outputs video resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 (UHD 4K) at 60/59.94/50fps, along with 1920 x 1080, and 1280 x 720 at various frame rates. Rather than relying on robotic pan-tilt-zoom hardware, the CV420e’s ePTZ functionality simulates pan, tilt, and zoom operations digitally within the larger 4K sensor space, letting users maintain access to the camera’s wide angle view while digitally maneuvering and zooming an HD (16:9) image within that UHD frame, supported by 12x clear digital zoom and more than 250 savable, selectable presets.

The camera offers simultaneous HDMI 2.0 output alongside either USB 3.0 (also USB 2.0 compatible) or IP (Ethernet) output, with multiple simultaneous IP streams supported (HEVC plus two H.264 streams). Low-light sensitivity is rated at 0.05 lux, with Wide Dynamic Range and 3D noise reduction also included. Shutter speed ranges from 1 to 1/10,000 second, with auto or manual gain control, white balance, exposure control, and a manual focus system; minimum object distance is 30cm (11.8 in.).

Control options include an included IR remote for local setup, along with CGI commands, Visca over IP, UVC, and ONVIF protocols for remote operation via third-party video management software, web browser GUI, OBS plugins, vMix, and other compatible platforms; hardware control is also available via Marshall’s VS-PTC-IP controller. A 3.5mm microphone/line-level audio input is embedded into both the IP and HDMI streams, and a front-facing tally light indicates live/on-air status.

Build quality centers on a compact, durable body with rear I/O protection wings to help prevent accidental cable disconnection, and the camera can be powered via PoE (11W) or the included AC adapter (10W, 12VDC). It includes a 1/4″-20 mounting thread compatible with tripods and fixed mounts, along with an included CVM-5 monitor mount and desktop stand. The camera measures approximately 4.4 x 2.8 x 2 in. (113 x 70 x 51mm) and weighs approximately 12.3 oz. (350g), rated for operation in temperatures from 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C).

Key Features
– Sony 1/1.8″ 9.2-megapixel 4K CMOS sensor (IMX334LQR-C)
– 4.5mm fixed lens, 100-102° horizontal angle of view, f/1.6 aperture
– Video output up to 3840x2160p at 60fps, plus 1080p/1080i/720p
– ePTZ: digital pan/tilt/zoom of HD image within UHD 4K sensor space
– 12x clear digital zoom; 250+ savable presets
– Simultaneous HDMI + USB 3.0 or HDMI + IP output
– Simultaneous IP streaming (HEVC + 2x H.264)
– 0.05 lux low-light sensitivity; Wide Dynamic Range; 3D noise reduction
– Shutter speed 1 to 1/10,000 sec; manual focus
– Minimum object distance of 30cm (11.8 in.)
– Control via IR remote, CGI commands, Visca over IP, UVC, and ONVIF
– Compatible with Marshall VS-PTC-IP controller
– 3.5mm mic/line-level audio input (embedded in IP and HDMI streams)
– Front-facing tally light
– PoE (11W) or AC adapter (10W, 12VDC) power
– 1/4″-20 mounting thread; includes CVM-5 monitor mount and desktop stand
– Durable compact body with rear I/O protection wings
– Approximate dimensions: 4.4 x 2.8 x 2 in.; weight: 12.3 oz. (350g)
– Operating temperature range of 32-104°F (0-40°C)