The AVer PTZ211 is a PTZ camera for large rooms and classrooms. This guide covers price, room size, Teams, Zoom and Google Meet support, what's in the box and how it compares.
Quick facts
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,650 |
| Part number | PAPTZ211W |
| Best for | Large rooms and classrooms |
| Platforms | BYOD/USB |
| Mode | USB |
| Zoom | 12X optical, 1X digital |
| Power | PoE+; 19W |
| Warranty | Camera 5 years |
What is the PTZ211?
The PTZ211 is a 1080p PTZ camera with 12x optical zoom for operator- or preset-driven production. It outputs 3G-SDI, HDMI, USB and IP at the same time and includes NDI|HX3.
SmartShoot AI helps with framing, but it does not follow a presenter on its own. Pair it with a controller like the CL01 or with presets.
It runs on PoE+ and ships with ceiling brackets; a wall mount is optional.
Who the PTZ211 is for
- Good fit: large rooms and classrooms; BYOD rooms and PC-based rooms, where any meeting app has to work.
- Skip it for: rooms bigger than large: look at the CAM520 Pro3; rooms that want one-touch join with no PC (pick an appliance bar); rooms without a PoE switch port (budget for an injector).
How much does the PTZ211 cost?
The PTZ211 is $1,650. Pricing for multiple rooms, education and government is available on request. See the PTZ211 price and availability or get a quote for multiple rooms. Price and total room cost
What size room is the PTZ211 for?
We recommend it for large rooms (10–16 people); it also suits classrooms. Room size details
Does the PTZ211 work with Teams, Zoom and Google Meet?
It isn't platform-certified, but it works over USB as a standard device with Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, Webex and other apps. It's a USB device: plug it into a laptop or room PC and it shows up as a camera in any meeting app. Platform details
What's in the box
- PTZ211
- Ceiling mount brackets (x2)
- Cable ties
PTZ211 vs similar PTZ cameras
| Model | Brand | Rooms | Power | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PTZ211 | AVer | Large, Classroom | PoE+; 19W | $1,650 |
| PTZ231 | AVer | Large, Boardroom, Classroom | PoE+; 19W | $2,585 |
| TR211 | AVer | Large, Classroom | PoE+ (802.3at) or 12V; 18W | $2,475 |
| PTZ310UV2 | AVer | Large, Boardroom, Classroom | DC 12V/2A or PoE+; 19W | $2,750 |
PTZ211 vs PTZ231: full comparison · All PTZ211 alternatives
PTZ211 compared with
Accessories for the PTZ211
- AVer CL01 PTZ Camera Controller: Joystick PTZ controller, 7 shortcut cams, VISCA/IP
- AVer PTZ Camera Wall Mount (L-Type): L-type wall shelf for AVer PTZ, PTC and TR cameras
FAQ
Does it auto-track?
No. It has SmartShoot AI framing functions but no presenter tracking. For tracking, choose the TR211.
Can it stream directly?
Yes. It streams over RTSP, RTMP, SRT, HLS and NDI|HX3.
What mounts fit?
AVer offers a wall mount (COMSVCMNT black, PTMLTWM02 white).
More PTZ211 guides
- PTZ211: setup guide
- PTZ211: troubleshooting
- PTZ211: mounting and placement
- PTZ211: Teams, Zoom and Google Meet
- PTZ211: what room size it covers
- PTZ211: price and total room cost
- PTZ211: full specs
- PTZ211: alternatives compared
- All AVer PTZ cameras compared
Specs are AVer's published figures. Prices can change.
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