PROTON CAM
Key Features:
- World’s smallest broadcast camera
- Compact 28 × 28 × 23 mm dimensions
- Ultra-lightweight 24-gram design
- High dynamic-range 12-bit 1080p imaging
- Up to 120° ultra-wide viewing angle
- Up to two additional stops of dynamic range for a mini camera
- HDR compliant with HLG, PQ and S-Log3
- High sensitivity with low-noise performance
- Requires less light for image capture
- Wide 4.5V–25V operational-voltage range
- Low 2.5W power consumption
- Integrated stereo microphone
- Integrated tally light
- Suitable for sports, live events and creative cinematography
- Compact enough for drone integration and immersive sports coverage
Description
PROTON CAM – World’s Smallest Broadcast Camera
Discover the PROTON CAM, the world’s smallest broadcast camera. Measuring only 28 × 28 × 23 mm and weighing just 24 grams, this ultra-compact camera delivers high-quality 1080p imaging through advanced 12-bit sensor technology.
The PROTON CAM offers an ultra-wide viewing angle of up to 120°, high sensitivity, low-noise performance and HDR compatibility with HLG, PQ and S-Log3. Its 2.5W power consumption and wide 4.5V–25V operating-voltage range make it a versatile camera for sports coverage, live events, drone integration and creative cinematography.
Despite its miniature size, the PROTON CAM incorporates stereo audio and an integrated tally light. Multiple versions are available, including connector-based and C/CS-mount configurations, providing greater flexibility for different broadcast and production requirements.
Part Number: PCI-CAM-01
Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Details |
| Camera type | Miniature broadcast camera |
| Standard dimensions | 28 × 28 × 23 mm |
| Standard weight | 24 g |
| Image output | 1080p |
| Sensor technology | 12-bit |
| Viewing angle | Up to 120° |
| HDR formats | HLG, PQ and S-Log3 |
| Operational voltage | 4.5V–25V |
| Power consumption | 2.5W |
| Audio | Stereo microphone |
| Tally | Integrated tally light |
| Standard part number | PCI-CAM-01 |
Available PROTON CAM Versions
PROTON CAM Standard
The standard PROTON CAM measures 28 × 28 × 23 mm, weighs 24 grams and uses an M12 lens mount.
Part Number: PCI-CAM-01
PROTON CAM Connector Version
This version provides the same PROTON CAM features in a 28 × 28 × 39 mm body. It uses connectors instead of integrated cables.
Connections:
- Mini HD-SDI connector
- Hirose male connector
Part Number: PCI-CAM-CON
PROTON CAM C/CS-Mount Version:
This configuration provides the same camera features with a C or CS lens mount instead of the standard M12 mount. Its dimensions are 28 × 28 × 39 mm.
Part Number: PCI-CAM-CS
PROTON CAM Connector and C/CS-Mount Version
This variant combines C/CS-mount compatibility with physical connectors in a compact 28 × 28 × 33 mm body.
Part Number: PCI-CAM-CON-CS
Available Cables
- 1.8 m SDI/HD-SDI Cable: CBL-BNC-185-HDBNC-01
- 1.8 m Power Cable: CBL-POWER-02-200
Applications
The PROTON CAM is designed for applications where compact dimensions, low weight and broadcast-quality imaging are required, including:
- Live sports coverage
- Immersive sports footage
- Live-event production
- Creative cinematography
- Drone-mounted camera applications
- Compact broadcast-camera installations

