One of the top trends that I look forward to is the evolution of H.265 standard ... I am particularly interested in the development progress of consumer-grade chips that will be put in the first generation of STBs and their price(s) since I believe that this will be the ultimate driver (or inhibitor) of 4K UHD

Sports people, in particular, are keen to learn how to use 4k origination, to get more post options and for eventual Ultra HD delivery. On top of that, we will also be looking at new RF technologies like meshes – we provide a complete wireless camera and microphone service for our clients when required, and this is an area which is advancing quickly.

AJA’s IBC products will be showcased in end-to-end HD, 2K, 4K and HFR 4K workflow demonstrations applicable to content creators in film, broadcast, streaming and AV markets.

We'll be showing some very interesting new developments across our range of robotic camera systems. New and enhanced control systems and for the first time in Europe, our latest rail camera system SmartTrack; ideal for ceiling or floor use.

4K has become the acquisition format of choice for most of our customers; they see it as a way of future-proofing their content.

It's the combination of efficient form factor while constantly improving signal robustness that continues to drive innovation in this sector.

We will see 4K peeping out through the gaps at IBC; as part of a debate over whether the timing is indeed right, whether people do indeed want it now; or whether we should be waiting until we can release a far more capable format onto the world.