NDI vs HDMI vs SDI in 2026 | PTZ Camera Features, IP Video Workflows & Live Production Tips

In this episode of Ask the Videoguys (2026), we break down the most common questions about live video production workflows, including NDI vs HDMI vs SDI, modern IP video solutions, and the latest PTZ camera features you should be paying attention to this year.

If you’re wondering which video connection is right for your production—HDMI, SDI, USB, or IP video—this video walks through the real-world pros and cons of each option based on budget, distance, resolution, frame rate, and workflow needs.

🔹 What We Cover in This Video:
-HDMI vs SDI vs IP Video – What’s best for live production in 2026
-SDI cable types explained (3G, 6G, 12G) and when to use each
-NDI workflows including NDI HX2, HX3, and full-bandwidth NDI
--Wireless video options for HDMI, SDI, and NDI
Wireless NDI PTZ cameras and battery-powered workflows

PTZ camera features that matter:
-Image sensor size
-Optical zoom vs lossless digital zoom
-Low-light performance
-AI auto-tracking and noise reduction

Cloud-based PTZ control & management with platforms like:
-PTZOptics Hive Studio
-BirdDog Connect

How to bring video sources into an IP/NDI workflow, including:
-Computer screen capture with NDI Tools
-Graphics via Flowics, ProPresenter, NewBlue, and HTML5
-HDMI & SDI cameras using NDI encoders and decoders
-Reducing latency for houses of worship, studios, sports, and events

Whether you’re building a house of worship livestream, a sports production, a studio setup, or a remote production workflow, this video will help you choose the right video transport method and PTZ camera setup for your needs.

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