The high-resolution 1/2.9-type Exmor CMOS sensor captures smooth, crisp Full HD video images (up to 1920 x 1080) at 60 frames per second for a clear view of split-second action. Class-leading sensitivity assures improved picture quality in low light conditions like dimly-lit car parks.

Sony’s powerful IPELA ENGINE EX processing platform combines several technologies that optimise Full HD picture quality. View-DR combines images taken at different shutter speeds, delivering a wide dynamic range up to 90 dB for excellent performance in high-contrast, strongly backlit environments. Visibility Enhancer (VE) dynamically optimises brightness and colour tone on a pixel-by-pixel basis, while XDNR (eXcellent Dynamic Noise Reduction) reduces noise, minimising motion blur under low illumination.

Powerful DEPA Advanced video analytics enhances Intelligent Motion Detection and rule-based alarm triggers, providing alerts with object filters like ‘passing’ and ‘intrusion’ to reduce false alarms. Face Detection allows rapid indexing of recordings to find events where a human face is visible in the scene.

The built-in infrared (IR) illuminator allows crisp monochrome images to be seen in total darkness up to 30m from the camera. It’s complemented by an additional white LED illuminator that can be triggered by movement, capturing colour images while providing a powerful visual deterrent to intruders.

Advanced IR accurately reproduces objects without overexposure – even close to the camera, where details are often bleached out and impossible to see clearly with conventional IR cameras.

The built-in image stabiliser minimises the effects of camera shake – for example when the camera’s subject to wind or traffic vibration. With clearer, more stable video images it’s easy to see what’s happening in any scene.

True D/N (Day/Night) function automatically switches the camera to Day or Night mode, depending on ambient light levels.

Select CBR (constant bitrate), VBR (variable bitrate) or VBR-with-cap compression modes for optimised recording quality depending on IP network conditions.

Video can be automatically recorded onto an optional SD memory card up to 64 GB in the camera, in response to an alarm trigger or if a network connection is temporarily unavailable.

An integrated sunshade protects the lens from direct sun glare, making the camera particularly suitable for outdoor use in direct sunlight. It also helps guard the lens cover from rain drops and splashes that can degrade picture quality.

The camera can operate reliably over a wide -40 to +60°C (IR and white-light illuminators: OFF) temperature range, from scorching sunshine to freezing conditions. The camera’s vandal-resistant design meets the IK08 standard (protection against mechanical impact). IP66-rated waterproof and dust-tight, the camera is ideal for outdoor surveillance.

The unitised camera can be installed easily, with no need for an additional adaptor box. Setup is simplified with quick focus/zoom adjustment and flexible three-axis adjustment of viewing angle (when installed on the ceiling)

Power over Ethernet (PoE) allows the camera be powered using the same Ethernet cable that’s for data transfer, reducing installation complexity and costs.

Support for ONVIF Profile-S simplifies integration with a wide range of video management solutions, providing video streaming and camera control. ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) defines a common protocol for the exchange of information between network video devices, including automatic device discovery and video streaming.