Background
On Saturday, June 1st, at 2:00 PM, the first National Finals of the “Egg Party” College Tournament officially kicked off at the Hangzhou Esports Center, delivering an intense and exciting competition experience.
The event was live-streamed simultaneously on five major platforms:
CC Live, Bilibili, Douyin, Kuaishou, and Xiaohongshu, reaching a large online audience.
As the first professional esports venue in China built to Asian Games standards, the Hangzhou Esports Center covers 12,838 square meters, with a total construction area of approximately 80,000 square meters and a seating capacity of about 5,000 people. The venue has hosted numerous major esports events, including the “100 Days Countdown to the 19th Asian Games Hangzhou 2023” event.
Challenge
For a national-level esports final, the organizers required a video capture solution that could:
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deliver high-definition, low-latency video suitable for competitive esports
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provide immersive POV shots without obstructing players or gameplay
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integrate smoothly into a multi-platform live streaming workflow
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reduce on-site cabling and system complexity in a large professional venue
Traditional camera setups often rely on SDI cabling and additional converters, making deployment around player areas more complex and less flexible.
Solution
After comprehensive comparison and repeated testing, the organizers selected the ZowieTek 4K POV NDI Camera (AF model) as the POV capture solution for the tournament.
The camera leverages NDI technology to transmit high-quality video directly over the IP network, enabling real-time video delivery with ultra-low latency and eliminating the need for additional capture devices or complex wiring.
Key elements of the solution included:
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4K CMOS sensor for clear, detailed images
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Autofocus (AF) for precise close-ups of players’ expressions and movements
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NDI-based IP transmission, allowing seamless integration into the venue’s NDI production network
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Compact design for flexible POV installation in esports environments
Solution Highlights
1.Native NDI Integration
The ZowieTek POV camera outputs video directly via NDI / NDI|HX3, enabling fast deployment and simplified IP-based workflows.
2.Compact and Flexible Design
The small form factor allows unobtrusive placement near players while maintaining professional broadcast quality.
3.Simultaneous SDI and HDMI Output
Supports 4K HDMI and 3G-SDI HD output simultaneously for hybrid IP and baseband workflows.
4.Comprehensive Network Control
Supports Onvif, IP VISCA, Livestream Studio, Wirecast, and NDI, ensuring compatibility with professional esports production systems.
5.Full NDI Ecosystem Compatibility
Works seamlessly with TriCaster, vMix, Wirecast, Epiphan, OBS, Vizrt Vectar, and other NDI-enabled platforms.
Outcome
With the deployment of NDI-based ZowieTek 4K POV cameras:
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Immersive Esports Viewing Experience
Viewers were able to clearly observe players’ expressions and movements through smooth, low-latency POV shots. -
Simplified IP Production Workflow
NDI reduced cabling requirements and streamlined signal distribution across the venue. -
Reliable Multi-Platform Live Streaming
Stable NDI transmission supported simultaneous live streaming across five major platforms. -
Successful Execution of a National Esports Event
ZowieTek’s NDI POV camera solution contributed to the successful completion of the first National Finals of the “Egg Party” College Tournament.
